CONFIRMED CENTEX MISSION
SSG Ralph Franke, US Army, Retired, Harker Heights, TX
The Family of Staff Sergeant Ralph Franke has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders in the Funeral and Interment of their Loved One.
Date: Monday, 06 Aug 12
FUNERAL SERVICE
Staging Time: 0845
Staging Location: Harker Heights United Methodist, 208 West Cardinal Lane, Harker Heights, TX 76548 tinyurl.com/HHUnitedMethodist
Briefing: 0850
Flagline Establishment: 0855 +/- Once the Funeral Service begins, we will strike the flagline and prepare to participate in the procession.
Ride Captain: Ron “PACMan” Decker; 254.526.8265, 254.383.6281; krdecker@embarqmail.com
Flag Wrangler: CJ "CeeJ" Foy; (c)254-833-0012 (h) 254-699-1309; foy@foyco.com
INTERMENT
For those able to attend only the Interment Service, the following is submitted:
Staging Time: 1005
Staging Location: The cul-de-sac between the Walk of Heroes and the Memorial Shelter at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, TX 195 just south of Killeen, TX tinyurl.com/CTSVCTX
Briefing: 1010 – Upon clearance, we will move to the shelter, set up the flags and await arrival of the procession.
Ride Captain: David "MarineMajor" Dunn; 512.818.2531; marine9678@aol.com
WX: HEAT ADVISORY – Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 103. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming south southeast in the afternoon.
Notes:
1. Be at staging ON TIME and topped off.
2. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
Please join us in honoring this US Army Retiree for his selfless service to our Great Nation.
