CONFIRMED MISSION
Chief Warrant Officer 4 Vincent J. Durante, Jr, US Army, Retired
The family of Chief Warrant Officer Vincent Durante, Jr. has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the interment of their Loved One on Tuesday, 18 Jan 11 at 1100 at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery. CW4 Durante served in the U.S. Army, during Vietnam and Korea in Germany, Japan and Fort Hood. He retired as Chief Warrant Officer 4 and went to work for Lampasas ISD as a teacher’s assistant and bus driver.
Date: Tuesday, 18 Jan 11
Staging Location: The cul-de-sac between the Memorial Shelter and the Walk of Heroes at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, located on Hwy 195 just south of Killeen, TX.
Staging Time: 1005
Briefing: 1010
After receiving clearance, we will move to the Shelter, set up the flags and await the arrival of Chief Durante, his family and friends.
WX: Mostly sunny, with a high near 67. Calm wind becoming north between 10 and 15 mph.
Note: Please arrive hydrated, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress in accordance with the weather conditions.
Please join us in honoring this American Patriot for his selfless service to our Great Nation.
Ride Captain: TBD
Assistant Ride Captain: TBD