North Texas Patriot Guard Riders
F I N A L    I T I N E R A R Y

Patriot's Name:


           Robert Balkau

Military Branch:

United States Army

Classification:

Veteran

Link To Obituary:

http://www.waxahachiefuneralhome.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1355831

Obituary Highlights:

Robert Rudolph Balkau, 79, passed away at home peacefully in his sleep. Bob was born in Bay Shore, New York on December 18, 1934 to Rudolph Julius Balkau and Martha Marie Bluske Balkau. Bob was known by his co-workers as "Nascar Bob" because of his love for racing. He also loved four wheeling in Colorado back country, he enjoyed target practice with his handguns and reading. He made his home in Ellis County, TX for the last 20 years of his life.

Mission Ride Captain:

Rick Crabb, randjcrabb@juno.com, (910) 330-9861

Mission Summary:

The family of Mr. Balkau has asked the PGR to stand a Flag Line at his inurnment service

Photo Permission

We Have Permission To Photograph And Publish Photos On Our WEB Site.

PART 1:

Flag Line at inurnment ceremony: Monday, 14 July 2014, 1515, Dallas – Fort Worth National Cemetery, Committal Shelter “B”

Mission Date:

Jul 14, 2014 - Monday

Staging Time:

14:30

Briefing Time:

14:45

In Position Time Or KSU:

15:00

Service Start Time:

15:15

Details Of Part 1:

Four honor bikes will be selected and position themselves in staging lane “B.” The Riders will receive the Mission Briefing and, when directed, establish the Flag Line to receive the family and friends of Mr. Balkau. At the conclusion of the service, the flags will be returned to storage, the Riders debriefed and dismissed

Name Of Staging Point:

Dallas – Fort Worth National Cemetery Information Center

Staging Address For Part 1:

2000 Mt. Creek Parkway
Dallas, Texas 75211

Pre-Formatted Map To Staging Areas:

- Map To Staging Area At DFW National Cemetery.

Water Support Vehicle For Part 1:

- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL Be There.

Support Person For Part 1:

Linda Tinnerman, ltinnerman@att.net, (972) 679-0745

Weather Forecast:
(See WEB Calendar For The Latest Forecasts)

Check The Online Itinerary For Current Weather, Forecasts, Radar, And Mission Updates Before Heading Out. http://www.txpgr.org

Comments:

- 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.

- Riders NOT UTILIZING HANDICAPPED PARKING are requested to park as far forward as possible at the Visitor's Center to keep the closest spaces available for other guests.

- Cemeteries are hallowed ground. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Show our respect to ALL who are there, not just the one we are honoring.

DRESS CODE: Please Dress In A Manner Appropriate For Riding a Motorcycle.

Respectfully Submitted By:

Rick Crabb

Ride Captain

Submitted By:

rjcrabb@sbcglobal.net

Listing On National PGR WEB Site:

Condolences May Be Offered On The National PGR WEB Site: http://www.patriotguard.org


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