[2017] HFOT Lance Corporal Hector LunaRodriguez (171-17) 23 Sep 17

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""KEY AWARDING CEREMONY"

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 veteran and family to participate in the key awarding ceremony presented by Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). This ceremony will complete the process of building a specially adapted mortgage free home for Lance Corporal Hector LunaRodriguez.

On Nov. 12, 2011, Marine Lance Corporal Hector LunaRodriguez, an Infantry mortarman, was on patrol with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, in Sangin, Afghanistan, when he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED). The blast resulted in the loss of his right leg and severe damage to his left leg.

During his air evacuation to Bagram, LCpl LunaRodriguez required resuscitation several times. Once stabilized, he was transferred to Landstuhl, Germany, and eventually to the United States where he was treated at Walter Reed and Brooke Army Medical Centers. After four months of rehabilitation, with the aid of his new prosthetic, he was able to stand next to his wife, Karen, for the birth of their daughter, Rhianna, in March 2012.

Originally from San Antonio, Texas, Hector is choosing to build his home just outside the city in Boerne, to be close to family and for the community’s excellent school district and proximity to the VA Hospital.

REQUESTOR: Brianne McNamara, Community Outreach Coordinator, Homes For Our Troops (HFOT)

STAGING: 0900 Hours, Saturday, September 23, 2017 (STAY CLEAR OF TRUCK DOORS)
Bergheim Volunteer Fire Department
1 Old Curry Creek Rd
Bergheim, Texas 78004
https://goo.gl/maps/YYKpMk5KFwB2

BRIEFING: 0915 Hours

KSU: 0945 Hours

CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 1000 Hours
1611 Nixon Dr.
Boerne, Texas 78006
https://goo.gl/maps/KB44YKRT3jv

KENDALL CO. SO: SGT Neal Quick (HAS NOT COMMITTED YET)

BERGHEIM VFD: Paul Mebane / Ken West (HAS NOT COMMITED YET)

RC: Bob "Pizza Man" Johnson

FC: Martin "Sojo" Sojourner

WEATHER: Hi 90 / Lo 71, 40% chance of rain, 71% Humidity

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 respect for this patriot and their family. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE! NO LITTERING, INCLUDES CIGARETTE BUTTS!!

Respectfully,

Mr. Jean "Dae Wi" Clark
Deputy State Captain
Patriot Guard, San Antonio, TX
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 210-452-2745