CONFIRMED: HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO) Army SGT Christopher Leverkuhn (215-24) 26 Oct 24

When:
October 26, 2024 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am
2024-10-26T09:00:00-05:00
2024-10-26T11:30:00-05:00
Where:
American Legion Post 208
3800 Riverside Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
USA
CONFIRMED: HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO) Army SGT Christopher Leverkuhn (215-24) 26 Oct 24 @ American Legion Post 208 | Kerrville | Texas | United States

HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO)

The presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders has been requested to take part in this joyous event. We have been asked to ride a procession and stand a Flag Line for the veterans and family to participate in the opening ceremony presented by Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). This ceremony will begin the process of building a specially adapted mortgage free home for Army SGT Christopher Leverkuhn and his Family.

Christopher Leverkuhn joined the military to pay for his education. He enjoyed the routine and discipline of the Army.

On Jan. 2, 2004, during his first deployment, Sergeant Leverkuhn, a petroleum supply specialist, was serving with the 209th Quartermaster Company, United States Army Reserve when his vehicle was hit by an improvised explosive device (IED) in Ramadi, Iraq. SGT Leverkuhn lost his right leg below the knee and sustained other injuries in the blast.

Today, Chris and his wife Brooke are busy raising their four children, Caiden, Brooklyn, Adeline, and Avery. Chris volunteers with the nonprofit Operation Comfort, an organization that empowers Veterans to overcome the trauma of the past by focusing on the future. When Chris is not kicking the soccer ball around with his children, he enjoys playing sled hockey and cycling. Although he leads an active lifestyle, he faces daily obstacles within his current living environment. The family lives in a home on a steep hill, making it difficult to use a wheelchair or prosthetics inside and outside the home. Chris often uses crutches to navigate and risks falling.

Receiving a specially adapted custom Homes For Our Troops home with an open floor plan and accessible bathroom will alleviate Chris’ safety concerns and enable him to be the husband and father he desires to be. The freedom and independence Chris will regain in the home will give him more time to spend with his children. He looks forward to being able to safely play in the yard with them and having the space to pursue his hobby of woodworking. Without the stress of a non-accessible home, Chris and his family will be able to start planning for their future. Brooke would like to go back to school.

Chris and his family plan to remain in Texas where they currently live to be close to family and the good school systems.

Chris says it is hard to put into words the thanks he has for HFOT’s donors and supporters. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving my family and me the opportunity to receive such an amazing gift. The impact you are making is life changing.”

WEATHER: Hi 84 / Lo 62, 0 % Chance of Rain, 88 % Humidity, Wind: 5 mph S

REQUESTOR: Jocelyn Phipps, Community Engagement Coordinator

 

STAGING: 9:00 am, Saturday, October 26, 2024

American Legion Post 208

3800 Riverside Drive

Kerrville, Texas 78028

https://maps.app.goo.gl/4Wug634bTCjiB4Yy6

 

BRIEFING: 9:15 am

 

KSU: 9:45 am (Semper Gumby)

 

CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 10:00 am

Hill Country Veterans Center

411 Meadow View Lane

Kerrville, Texas 78028

https://maps.app.goo.gl/56GqdyeMZJzucHRy6

 

RC: Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson

bobtxpgr@gmail.com

 

FC: Richard “Bean” Sandoval

Richardsandoval196@hotmail.com

 

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and appreciated and unless under special circumstances not allowed in processions. You do not have to have a motorcycle to participate in honoring our veterans.

2. 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.

3. Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!

***Safety Notice***

Before volunteering and/or attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders missions we encourage you to review all safety information below. Included are some potential safety concerns to be aware of, however this does not include the full scope of all potential hazards. Anyone attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that they do so at their own risk. Neither the Patriot Guard Riders Organization nor its representatives are liable for any damages incurred on any PGR mission or event.

Funeral Processions/Escorts

EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for their own safety at all times while riding in a funeral procession.

At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block any intersection or otherwise block or impede traffic laws in any way. Only Law Enforcement officials are authorized to block and/or impeded the lawful flow of traffic.

If you choose to fly a Flag on your bike you are SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring it is secured and not a danger to any other rider or traffic.

Warm Regards,

Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
Asst. State Captain
Deputy State Captain
San Antonio Patriot Guard
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 562-413-2223

“We can’t all be heroes. Some of us get to stand on the curb and clap as they go by.”
Will Rogers