(Centex) SSG Donald C. Cory, US Army, Retired, Vietnam Veteran

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  • February 5, 2009 at 12:34 pm #606
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    October 30, 2011 at 3:32 pm #3493
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    CONFIRMED CENTEX MISSION
    SSG Donald C. Cory, US Army, Retired, Vietnam Veteran

    The family of Staff Sergeant Donald C. Cory has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders during the funeral and interment of their Loved One on Monday, 31 Oct 11 at the Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home in Killeen, TX. We have also been asked to participate in the procession to the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery.

    Donald Charles Cory retired from the US Army in 1980 after more than 20 years of service. Among the medals and awards, he received the Good Conduct Medal/Silver 1 Loop; National Defense Service Medal; Vietnam Service Medal w/3 Bronze Service Stars; Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal w/60 Device; Bronze Star Medal; Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry w/Palm; Sharpshooter (Rifle).

    Date: Monday, 31 Oct 11

    FUNERAL SERVICE

    Staging Time: 0930

    Staging Location: Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home, 1615 South Fort Hood Road, Killeen, TX (http://tinyurl.com/ykp5q6o)

    Briefing: 0935

    Flagline Establishment: 0945 +/- Once the Funeral Service has begun, we will strike the flagline, return to our bikes and prepare to participate in the procession to the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery.

    Ride Captain: Mary “Marebear” Gregory; 254.458.2120; MGregory2@hot.rr.com

    INTERMENT

    For those able to participate only in the Interment portion of this mission, the following is submitted:

    Staging Time: 1105

    Staging Location: The cul-de-sac between the Walk of Heroes and the Memorial Shelter at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, located on Hwy 195 just south of Killeen, TX.

    Briefing: 1110 – Once we are cleared, we will move to the shelter, set up the flags, and await the arrival of the funeral procession.

    Ride Captain: David "MarineMajor" Dunn; 512.818.2531; marine9678@aol.com

    WX: Sunny, with a high near 77. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south southeast.

    Notes: Please arrive hydrated, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.

    Please join us in honoring this US Army Retiree, Vietnam Veteran for his selfless service to our Great Nation.

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