[2017] Unaccompanied Veteran Howard Trought, USAF (150-17) 23 AUG 17

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**SHORT NOTICE**

UNACCOMPANIED VETERAN

At the invitation of the Bexar County Veterans Service Officer, Queta Rodriguez, our presence and participation is requested in the high honor of laying to rest Mr. Howard Trought, an unaccompanied US Air Force Veteran, in a ceremony commemorating his service. He served from 1966-1970 (VN ERA). The SAPGR may be asked to serve as family officiate and/or pall bearers at the service.

REQUESTOR: Queta Rodriguez, Bexar Co. Vet. Svc. Off.

STAGING: 0815 Hours, Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Lowe’s Home Improvement
1470 Austin Hwy
San Antonio, TX 78209
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BRIEFING: 0830 Hours

INTERMENT: 0915 Hours
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
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RC: Juan “Mister T” Tarango

FC: Alice “Cake Lady” Wagener

WEATHER: Hi 98 / Lo 76, 20% chance of rain (Scattered), 57% 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!!

4. 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.

5. If riding/driving a motorcycle on Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, which is located within a Military Installation, you will need to wear closed toe shoes, long sleeve shirt, gloves, DOT approved helmet, eye protection, long pants, and boots/shoes that cover the ankle.

Respectfully,

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