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Patriot's Name:
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Ernest Leroy Hudson
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Military Branch:
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United States Navy
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Classification:
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Veteran
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Additional Military Info:
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US Navy, WWII, USS NIOBRARRA AO-72
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Link To Obituary:
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http://www.jones-walkerandson.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/11676/id/2598284
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Obituary Highlights:
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Ernest Leroy Hudson, 88, of Commerce, was born May 20, 1926. He was 1 of 9 children born to Mr. & Mrs. James Hudson of Kiowa, Oklahoma. He went to be with his Lord and Savior Christ Jesus on Thursday, July 10, 2014. He grew up during those difficult days of the Depression. At the young age of 17, Ernie voluntarily joined the US Navy during WW2, where he served in the South Pacific aboard the USS Niobrara (AO-72). After the war ended, he moved to California where he met and married his beloved wife Virginia (Jenny) Harris in 1951. While living in California, they had 4 children. His company there transferred him to Texas where he worked and retired from Amerdyne Ind. in Garland. They eventually settled north of Commerce near Jardin where he farmed and ranched since 1978. He could not stand retirement; so, when US Brass started he became the 13th employee hired in Commerce. He retired for the 2nd time after many years.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Carl "Gunney" Feltner,
Cfeltner@cableone.net,
(903) 819-6227
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Mission Summary:
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The family has asked the PGR to honor their uncle by
standing a flag line and procession to the cemetery.
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Photo Permission
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We DO NOT Have Permission To Photograph And Publish Photos
On Our WEB Site.
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PART 1:
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Funeral Service and Procession
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Mission Date:
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Jul 14, 2014 - Monday
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Staging Time:
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09:00
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Briefing Time:
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09:15
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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09:30
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Service Start Time:
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10:00
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Details Of Part 1:
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PGR members will set up a flag line in honor of Mr. Hudson
by the chapel at the funeral home. When services start,
flags will be furled and bikes will be positioned for the
procession to the cemetery.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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Jones-Walker and Son Funeral Home
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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1209 Live Oak St
Commerce, Texas 75428
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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http://goo.gl/maps/u9FIO
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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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PART 2:
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Procession and Interment
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Mission Date:
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Jul 14, 2014 - Monday
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Staging Time:
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10:30
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Briefing Time:
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10:40
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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10:45
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Service Start Time:
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10:45
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Details Of Part 2:
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The procession will have Law Enforcement Officer escort to
the city limits. Funeral home vehicle will lead the
procession to the cemetery from that point. Upon arrival at
the cemetery, we will establish another flag line in honor
of this veteran and family. Local VFW will be present for
rendering honors and presenting the flag to the family. When
services conclude, flags will be furled and riders
dismissed.
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Name Of Staging Point
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Sonora Cemetery
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Staging Address For Part 2
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FM Road 4705
Hunt County, Texas
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Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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http://goo.gl/maps/2lYQg
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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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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.
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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!
- 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.
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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Carl "Gunney" Feltner
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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cfeltner@cableone.net
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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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