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Patriot's Name:
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PFC
Christian Jacob Chandler
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Classification:
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Killed In Action
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Additional Military Info:
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Afghanistan Veteran, Operation Enduring Freedom
His awards and decorations include the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, the NATO Medal, and the Combat Infantryman Badge
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Link To Obituary:
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http://obit.mullicanlittle.com/obitdisplay.html?id=1379635&listing=Current
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Obituary Highlights:
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PFC Christian Jacob Chandler was born January 20, 1994 in Texarkana, Texas to Rhonda Chandler Beazley and departed this life on April 28, 2014 while serving his country in Baraki Barak District, Logar Province, Afghanistan. Jake graduated from Whitewright High School in 2012, where he was a Varsity All District offensive and defensive lineman. Following graduation Jake chose his career and enlisted in the United States Army. In October 2012, Jake began his training at Ft. Binning, GA. Following boot camp, he was stationed at Ft. Drum, NY where he was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, Jake deployed with his unit on November 5, 2013 to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. .
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Carl "Gunney" Feltner,
Cfeltner@cableone.net,
(903) 819-6227
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Ride Captain #2:
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Kelly Darst,
kellydarst1976@gmail.com, (903) 227-5782
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Ride Captain #3:
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Gary "Doc Trot" Trotter,
gljlt@hotmail.com, (940) 205-3484
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Ride Captain #4:
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Phil Robinson,
phil@rigsandequipment.com, (940) 727-8969
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Mission Summary:
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Visitation, Friday
the 9th. Funeral and Interment, Saturday the
10th.
Rain or shine, this mission will be a go.
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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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Visitation: Friday May 9th, 6:00 pm to 8:00pm, Mullican-Little
Funeral home
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Mission Date:
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May 09, 2014 - Friday
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Staging Time:
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17:00
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Briefing Time:
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17:30
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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18:00
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Details Of Part 1:
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PGR will stand a flag line for the family visitation. At the
conclusion, flags will be furled and riders dismissed.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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Mullican-Little Funeral Home
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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754 Texas 56
Bells, Texas 75414
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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http://goo.gl/maps/6JDcp
33.60474, -96.3911
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Support Vehicle For Part 1:
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- The Flag/Water Support Vehicle WILL Be There.
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Support Person For Part 1:
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Larry Insinna,
larryeye@att.net, (817) 637-0113
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PART 2:
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Funeral, Saturday May 10th, 2014, 2:00 pm Mullican-Little
Funeral Home
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Mission Date:
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May 10, 2014 - Saturday
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Staging Time:
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12:00
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Briefing Time:
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12:45
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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13:15
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Details Of Part 2:
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PGR riders will stage at the Bells 1st National Bank parking
lot. There will be a briefing and a safety meeting prior to
moving to the funeral home and standing a flag line.
Upon start of the funeral service, all members will be
dismissed to the staging area to ready for the procession. A
selected 20 riders will render honors for PFC Chandler for
his transfer from the funeral home to the coach and then
they will proceed to the staging area and join the
procession.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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1st National Bank of Bells
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Staging Address For Part 2
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615 E. Bells Blvd.
Bells, Texas 75414
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Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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http://goo.gl/maps/fhT26
33.60601, -96.3933
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Support Vehicle For Part 2:
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- The Flag/Water Support Vehicle WILL Be There.
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Support Person For Part 2:
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Randi Cox,
surrender1009@aol.com, (940) 297-5683
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PART 3:
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Procession and Interment, May 10th, 2014, Bells/Whitewright,
TX
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Mission Date For Part 3:
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May 10, 2014 - Saturday
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Staging Time:
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14:15
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Briefing Time:
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14:15
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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14:45
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Details Of Part 3:
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PGR riders will lead the procession from Bells to the
cemetery in Whitewright. Upon arrival, members are asked to
stand a flag line in honor of PFC Chandler and his family.
Upon conclusion of the interment services, flags will be
furled and riders will be dismissed.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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Oak Hill Cemetery
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Staging Address For Part 3:
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FM 898
Whitewright, Texas
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Map To Staging Area For Part 3:
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http://goo.gl/maps/OokuB
33.52522, -96.3808
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Support Vehicle For Part 3:
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- The Flag/Water Support Vehicle WILL Be There.
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Support Person For Part 3:
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Randy Smith,
rdna4jd@sbcglobal.net, (469) 585-8196
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Comments:
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- 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.
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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 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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Please dress accordingly. This is a KIA funeral and we are
there to honor and show respect for this American hero and
his family.
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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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Posting On National PGR WEB Site:
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View This Mission On The National PGR WEB Site.
Condolences
May Be Posted There.
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