Patriot's Name:
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SPC5 Robert Nelson Wright
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Military Branch:
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United States Army
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Classification:
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Veteran
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Additional Military Info:
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SPC5 Robert N. Wright was a Vietnam Veteran with 6 years of
service in the U. S. Army. He was awarded 2 Good Conduct
Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service
Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal W/60 Dev and 1
Overseas Service Bar.
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Link To Obituary:
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http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/dallasmorningnews/obituary.aspx?n=robert-nelson&pid=172457191&fhid=2514
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Obituary Highlights:
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WRIGHT, Robert Nelson Nov. 18, 1944 - Sept. 6, 2014. Robert proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
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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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The PGR will stand the flag line at DFW National Cemetery,
Shelter C for SPC5 Robert N. Wright.
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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, Wednesday,
September 17, 2014, Shelter C, 13:30.
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Mission Date:
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Sep 17, 2014 - Wednesday
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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 1:
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After the riders briefing at the Visitors Center, the PGR
will establish the flag line at Shelter C, where we will
stand tall and silent in honor of SPC5 Robert N. Wright. 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
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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!
- 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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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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