Patriot's Name:
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Maj. Jerry L. Cogdill
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Military Branch:
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United States Army
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Classification:
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Retired From Military
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Additional Military Info:
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Vietnam Helicopter Pilot
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Link To Obituary:
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http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/dfw/obituary.aspx?n=jerry-l-cogdill&pid=172257992&fhid=17325
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Obituary Highlights:
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Retired Maj. Jerry L. Cogdill passed away Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014, surrounded by his family.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Brian "Postmaster" Liberty,
Labliberty@yahoo.com,
(979) 702-9097
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Mission Summary:
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The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to stand a Flag
Line at Bluebonnet Hills, in Colleyville, Texas, by the
Family of Retired Major Jerry L. Cogdill. Following the
service, there will be a precession to the George’s Creek
Cemetery near Glen Rose, Texas.
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Photo Permission
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We Have Not Asked For Permission At This Time.
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PART 1:
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Funeral Service at Bluebonnet Hills
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Mission Date:
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Aug 28, 2014 - Thursday
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Staging Time:
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11:30
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Briefing Time:
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11:45
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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12:00
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Service Start Time:
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12:30
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Details Of Part 1:
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After setting the flags and conducting the briefing, the PGR
will stand the Flag Line for this American Hero. After the
service begins, the Ride Captain will make the decision when
to remove the Flags and take them to the support vehicle.
The flags will be furled, riders debriefed, and then will be
given a safety briefing before the procession to the
George’s Creek Cemetery. Once at the cemetery, the PGR will
stand tall and silent. After the service, the flags will be
furled and returned to the support vehicle, riders debriefed
and dismissed.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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Bluebonnet Hills Chapel
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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5725 Colleyville Blvd Colleyville, Texas 76034
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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https://goo.gl/maps/llvsd
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Water Support Vehicle For Part 1:
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- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL Be There.
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Support Person For Part 1:
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John Watts,
jwwatts@charter.net, (817) 800-0843
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PART 2:
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Procession to George's Creek Cemetery near Glen Rose, Texas
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Mission Date:
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Aug 28, 2014 - Thursday
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Staging Time:
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13:15
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Briefing Time:
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13:20
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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13:25
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Service Start Time:
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14:00
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Details Of Part 2:
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ALL Times are approximately. A safety briefing will be given
before the procession to the George’s Creek Cemetery. Once
at the cemetery, the PGR will stand tall and silent. After
the service, the flags will be furled and returned to the
support vehicle, riders debriefed, and dismissed.
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Name Of Staging Point
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George's Creek Cemetery
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Staging Address For Part 2
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Near Highway 67 and 308 Near Glen Rode, Texas 76031
GPS Coordinates: 32.295556, -97.634444 |
Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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http://goo.gl/maps/o4nQD
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Water Support Vehicle For Part 2:
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- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL Be There.
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Support Person For Part 2:
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John Watts,
jwwatts@charter.net, (817) 800-0843
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Weather Forecast:
(See WEB Calendar For The Latest Forecasts)
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Check The Online Itinerary For Current Weather, Forecasts,
Radar, And Mission Updates Before Heading Out.
http://www.txpgr.org
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Comments:
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- DRESS CODE: Please
Dress In A Manner Appropriate For Attending A Funeral
Service.
- Iron horses if you can, cages are always
welcome and appreciated.
- Safety First: Please
remember to properly hydrate (including the night before)
before any outdoor activity and to dress appropriately. Do
not hesitate to take a break at any time if you feel you
need to get in the shade or get indoors and always ask for
help at any time. Also please do not forget your sun screen.
- Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and
silent, and with honor and respect for this patriot and
their family. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO
PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!
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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Brian "Postmaster" Liberty
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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Labliberty@yahoo.com
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Listing On National PGR WEB Site:
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Condolences May Be Offered On The National PGR WEB Site:
http://www.patriotguard.org
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