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Patriot's Name:
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Ens Cyril Longton and S1C
Helen Mary Longton
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Military Branch:
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United States Navy (Both)
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Classification:
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Veteran (Both)
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Additional Military Info:
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He was a World War II Aviation Pilot
She was a Aircraft Mechanics Mate
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Link To Obituaries:
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His:
http://www.biggersfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2655970&fh_id=13977
Hers:
http://www.biggersfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2571621&fh_id=13977
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Obituary Highlights:
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Cyril Archibald Longton, 91, formerly of Groton,
Connecticut, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August
24, 2014, at the home of his daughter, Pat Willard.
Helen Cecilia (Mary) Allen Longton, 90, formerly of Groton, Connecticut, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday June 14, 2014, at the home of her daughter Pat Willard in Fort Worth, Texas.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Carlton "Cruiser" Emmons,
cruiser54@charter.net,
(817) 205-3339
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Ride Captain #2:
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Rusty "The Scot" McNab,
rustymcnab@sbcglobal.net, (817) 228-7845
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Mission Summary:
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The family has asked the PGR to stand the flag line at the
memorial of Ens. Cyril Longton, U.S. Navy, followed by a
procession to DFW National Cemetery and to stand the flag
line there for the Interment service. We will also be
honoring S1C Helen Mary Longton, U.S. Navy, whose cremains
will be interred along with her husband of nearly 70 years.
Cyril and Helen Mary Longton served during World War II in the U.S. Their Love story spans almost 70 years, leaving a legacy of son's and daughters, 21 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren.
Helen Mary passed away a few weeks ago and was cremated. Cyril passed away August 24th. Helen Mary's cremains will be placed inside the casket of Cyril and they will be interred together for all time.
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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 and Procession
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Mission Date:
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Sep 02, 2014 - Tuesday
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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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We will set the flag line at the Fullness in Christ
Church in Fort Worth. Once the service begins, we will furl
and stow
the flags in preparation for the procession to DFW National
Cemetery.
A professional motorcade company has been
provided.
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Staging Point:
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Fullness in Christ Church
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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8895 Random Road
Fort Worth, Texas 76179
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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http://goo.gl/maps/oAgYv
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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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Inurnment/Interment Service
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Mission Date:
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Sep 02, 2014 - Tuesday
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Staging Time:
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11:45
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Briefing Time:
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12:00
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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12:15
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Service Start Time:
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12:30
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Details Of Part 2:
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Riders will stage at the Visitors Center for the mission
briefing. At the scheduled time, riders will make their way
to Shelter C and set the flag line in preparation to receive
family and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Longton.
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Name Of Staging Point
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DFW National Cemetery
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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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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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- 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.
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Be sure to hydrate before the mission.
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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Carlton "Cruiser" Emmons
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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cruiser54@charter.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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