[2018] COL Robert Hefford, Retired US Army, Vietnam, Purple Heart (89-18) 6 JUN 18

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VIETNAM VETERAN

The family of COL (Retired) Robert Hefford, a US Army Aviator, Vietnam Veteran, and Purple Heart Recipient, requests the attendance and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders at the graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one.

"1957 to 1984 Vietnam, combat, 82nd Air Borne, pilot Huey gun ship commander. Many combat missions over 2000 hours flying time in country . Two official tours and in the Tet offensive, (2) silver stars with oak leaf cluster, distinguished flying cross , Purple Heart along with much more."

"He was truly a wonderful father! God he loved us all and he was a pit bull in defense of who he loved and what he believed in . I know you guys do this a lot and it's not until something like this happens to a truly great man and father and husband that we even think of you guys. Please see what you can do . Your participation in this sad occasion would be awesome ! My Mom smiled and was so happy when I told her I was going to try to get this done. We could really use the lift you could bring and the hair standing pride that would hep to overcome the grief."

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituar ... rd-7862440
https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/142926
https://www.wearethemighty.com/articles ... eld-troops
http://www.purpleheartaustin.org/hefford.htm

WEATHER: Hi 102 / Lo 74, 10% chance of rain, 47% Humidity

REQUESTOR: Doug Hefford, Son

STAGING: 0900 Hours, Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Lowe's Home Improvement
1470 Austin Hwy
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/ERgNaKivkcN2

BRIEFING: 0915 Hours

INTERMENT: 1000 Hours (Shelter #1)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92

RC: Juan "Doc" Sanguino
sanguino5366@gmail.com

FC: Alice "Cake Lady" Wagener
hwagener@sbcglobal.net
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!

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 in attendance.

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