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Patriot's Name:
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PFC Veronica Jolanda Washington
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Military Branch:
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United States Army Air Corps
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Classification:
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Veteran
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Additional Military Info:
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WWII Veteran
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Link To Obituary:
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http://obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n=Veronica-Washington&lc=9662&pid=171749380&uuid=aeb332e3-eb88-4e3a-a135-8ea1fdc4605d
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Obituary Highlights:
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Veronica Jolanda Washington, was born January 25, 1922 in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of James and Rose Fuleky Horvath. She passed from this life July 16, 2014 in Dallas, Texas at the age of 92 years, 5 months and 21 days. A proud Veteran of the United States Army/ Air Corps, Veronica was awarded the American Campaign Medal, the World War II Victory Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Rusty "The Scot" McNab,
rustymcnab@sbcglobal.net, (817) 228-7845
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Ride Captain #2:
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Rick Crabb,
randjcrabb@juno.com, (910) 330-9861
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Mission Summary:
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Flag Line at Funeral Service followed by Procession to DFW
National Cemetery for Interment
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Photo Permission
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We Have Permission To Photograph And Publish Photos On Our
WEB Site.
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PART 1:
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Funeral Service followed by Procession: Monday, July 21,
2014; 11:00AM
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Mission Date:
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Jul 21, 2014 - Monday
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Staging Time:
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10:00
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Briefing Time:
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10:15
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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10:30
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Service Start Time:
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11:00
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Details Of Part 1:
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The Patriot Guard Riders will stage in the Funeral Home
parking lot. Following the briefing, Riders will stand the
Flag Line for the Funeral Service of PFC Washington. After
the start of the Service, Flags will be furled and bikes
will be staged for the Procession to the Cemetery. The
safety briefing will be held at that time.
A
Professional Escort Service will lead the Procession.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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Restland Funeral Home-Coppell Chapel
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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400 Freeport Parkway
Coppell, Texas 75019
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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https://goo.gl/maps/eFaCv
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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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Randy Smith,
rdna4jd@sbcglobal.net, (469) 585-8196
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PART 2:
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Interment Service: Monday, July 21, 2014; 1:30PM; Shelter C
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Mission Date:
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Jul 21, 2014 - Monday
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Staging Time:
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12:45
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Briefing Time:
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13:00
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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13:15
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Service Start Time:
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13:30
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Details Of Part 2:
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The Patriot Guard Riders will stage at the Visitor's Center.
Following the briefing, Riders will proceed to Shelter C and
stand the Flag Line for the Interment Service of PFC
Washington. At the conclusion of the Service, Flags will be
furled and Riders dismissed.
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Name Of Staging Point
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DFW National Cemetery
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Staging Address For Part 2
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2000 Mountain Creek Parkway
Dallas, Texas 75211
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Map To Staging Area:
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- Map To Staging Area At
DFW National Cemetery.
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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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Randy Smith,
rdna4jd@sbcglobal.net, (469) 585-8196
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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!
- We will park along the main street close to the
designated shelter with 2 bikes side by side as close to the
curb and each other as possible so that traffic can get by.
- 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.
- Let's always remember to keep the motorcycle and voice
noise to a minimum when arriving and leaving the shelters.
- 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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Rusty "The Scot" McNab
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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rustymcnab@sbcglobal.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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