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Several local Marines from the Williamson County Marine Corps League showed up along with 10 PGR to stand in honor of this veteran & patriot. Family members & staff thanked us for showing such respect & patriotism for Mr. Govea. He will be greatly missed by the entire family, especially the grand children.
Thanks Lance for pre staging the flags. Mr. Govea joined his Marine buddies now guarding the gates of Heaven. RIP Sir.On a very beautiful God’s day, 7 patriots took time out of there busy day to stand in honor of SFC Mitchell. After the service, we took part in a procession to the cemetery. How respectful it was that nearly all approaching vehicles pulled over to show respect. At the cemetery, full military honors were rendered. .
RIP Sir. Keith Longacre Ride Captain Patriot Guard Riders
What a day. Temps in the 30s, rain, wind at 35 out of the north & none of it mattered to the 7 Patriot Guard that stood the flag line for this outstanding Patriot. Getting to meet the family & hearing more about their father & (Patriot) made our presence even more special. Thank U for the privilege to stand for Lt Col Jacobsen. It was truly an honor.
RIP Sir. Semper Fi. Keith Longacre Marine 63-67Reading the bio of Lt Col Perry, one can not help but admire & be in awe of this man & all his accomplishments. It was truly an honor for the 8 of us to stand with a flag for him.
RIP Sir.As Patriot Guard Riders stood a flag line, family & friends took the time to talk with & thank each of us for showing such honor for Mr. Hollifield. All of us felt it a privilege & honor to stand tall for this patriot. Although it was very warm, all 6 of us were in the shade at the FH & there was a nice breeze. At the interment, shade was non existent but the service was short & again a nice breeze.
FYI, We could use an extra Flag Wrangler for the North side of the Austin Region. If any of U know someone that might like to do this, that would be great. JOB: bring flags to the mission, retrieve same at the end.
9 riders stood proud for LtCol Dourte. Family made a special request & we were honored to accommodate. Prior to the service, his remains were placed on WL’s trike. Then both daughters went 2 up on his & my bike with Tom in escort & we proceeded to provide a last ride. Upon return, the ern was received by the Air Force Honor Guard & moved inside for his memorial service. Then, as we stood at attention, a rifle volley was done followed by taps & flag folding. We then fired up all bikes for a last rev.
The ride part was a first for us and judging from the family’s reaction, it meant a great deal to everyone. We wear a patch ( Semper Gumby ) always flexible, & this was a very special use of that capability.
Thanks everyone for making a sad time for family a very very special & remembrance time. U all are super.
YBIC, Keith
“To the world U might be one person, but to one person, U just might be the world”BTW How great it was to see an old friend & PGR member that had moved to IOWA but is here for the winter. Welcome back Mr. Kelly Rowe. Hope we see U again.
Wow, what a COOL event. tee hee. With temps starting out in the 40’s, it warmed up to low 50’s, then half way through the presentation, the front came in like a freight train & temps dropped like a rock with winds to match. The 4 of us were still very glad we came to assist in honoring this hero. SGT Aaron Cabrera, welcome home soldier.
9 PGR braved the super cold morning, WELL, maybe It was not a typical winter day. 70’s in Dec. was pretty nice. Even warm actually. Organizers wanted our presents to be a surprise so we waited in a parking lot unseen by them till they came around the corner & saw our big flags. We, along with the PPD, then led the family to the surprise event.
Rounding the corner of their street, the family was greeted by hundreds of well wishers cheering & waving American flags. What a site. We then parked & joined the ceremony. 2 of our members even held the ribbon that was cut by William M. presenting he & his family their new home.
How awesome it is to be able to be a part of such a wonderful event.
PS KVEU videoed event.With the parking lot nearly full, 12 PGR stood the flag line, with one at the drive entrance. With great emotion & tears, Mr Cook’s wife & children took the time to walk the flag line to thank each of us & tell us how much it meant that we were doing what we were doing. Don staged flags so that it gave a much bigger flag line appearance.
Thank U all for the giving of your time & service. It truly does make a difference.
Semper Fi Marine, Guard the gates well.In oppressive 100 plus heat, 9 incredible patriots, 5 on their MC’s, stood to honor Mr. Bloomberg. His son stopped & related how special it was to them that we were doing this for their father. U MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Among our group was Patti from Liberty Hill & long time member Keith A. from right there in Elgin. Flag Wrangler Max from Kyle, brought & staged flags. The cold drinks he supplied hit the spot. Thanks to U all for what U mean to the family.
Rest in peace Mr. Bloomberg & thank U for your service.What a treat it was to escort Sgt Cabrera to the ground breaking event for his new home. The four outstanding PGR members that gave of their time on a HOT day to show him respect & honor are super. Thanks guys. Sgt Cabrera’s son, Jac got to ride on the RC’s MC & was seen grinning from ear to ear. Welcome Home Arron & Jac. Glad we could be a part. We look forward to being back for the house warming once it’s finished.
Thank U to Ronnie Lyles, of Operation Finally Home, for inviting us to be a part.
Keith Longacre USMC 63-67 Ride Captain Austin Area Patriot Guard Riders.On a very windy day, 10 patriots stood the flag line at the church for David Betak. The new entry landing on the front of the church made for a great visual of the flag line. Many showed their respect & gratitude of our being there. At the end of the service, Taylor PD & Fire held traffic & PD led us to the cemetery where we reformed a flag line.
Don did his usual fantastic job of pre staging flags both at the church & at the cemetery. Super thanks Don.
We were joined by New Mexico PGR RC transfer, Bob Shuttles. Welcome aboard “Chiefy”.
David’s son came to the flag line after the interment service to express how much our being there meant to him & the family. You guys are the best. On a lighter note. The donut holes Jimmy brought were amazing.7 Loyal patriots showed up today to brave the cold wet rain & wind. Max staged several flags early & made a very patriotic image. Mr. Becker’s daughters took pictures & thanked us for showing such honor & respect for their dad. Thanks guys for being there for our fallen. U are special.
Patriot Guard Riders were again honored to be invited to be a part of the funeral service by standing a flag line at the entrance of the church. Then at the family’s request, stand an honor guard at the hearse as Mr. Ramone was transferred into the church. As we departed, a card was left with the family that the 5 of us signed showing our respect for him, his service & for the family.
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