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Patriot's Name:
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A1C William L. Gradick
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Military Branch:
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United States Air Force
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Classification:
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Veteran
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Additional Military Info:
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A1C William Gradick served in the U.S. Air Force from 1950 -
1954 based in England as a Korean War era veteran. He served
in the medical field receiving a certificate of appreciation
for his service and the National Defense Service Medal. A1C
Gradick was discharged on November 15, 1954.
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Obituary Highlights:
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A1C Gradick was born on July 13, 1929, and passed away on
August 31, 2014 at the age of 85. After his military
obligation, A1C Gradick worked as an air conditioning
technician both residential and commercial, along with
numerous family members. He was an avid motorcyclist
enjoying his Honda Gold Wing with his sons and daughter, all
motorcyclists. He also enjoyed hunting and was described as
a an all around great guy. He is survived by wife Sheila who
he met and married while stationed in England. They would be
celebrating 61 years of marriage on September 12, 2014 the
day of his inurnment service.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Jim "Weird Andy" Anderson,
weirdandy@hotmail.com,
(817) 269-1254
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Mission Summary:
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PGR will stand the flag line at DFW National Cemetery,
Shelter C for A1C William l. Gradick.
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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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Inurnment Service at DFW National Cemetery, Friday September
12, 2014, Shelter C, 12:30.
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Mission Date:
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Sep 12, 2014 - Friday
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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 1:
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After the riders briefing at the Visitors Center, the PGR
will establish the flag line at Shelter C. At the conclusion
of the inurnment service, the flags will be furled and
returned to storage, followed by debrief and riders
dismissal.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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DFW National Cemetery Visitors Center
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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2000 Mountain Creek Parkway
Dallas, Texas 75211
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Map To Staging Areas:
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- Map To Staging Area At
DFW National Cemetery.
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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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Linda Tinnerman,
ltinnerman@att.net, (972) 679-0745,
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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.ntxpgr.org
Be prepared for wet weather.
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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 OF TOBACCO
PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!
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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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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.
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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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Jim "Weird Andy" Anderson
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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weirdandy@hotmail.com
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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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