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The Austin Patriot Guard Riders had thirteen members in Georgetown TX today to stand up for Timothy Magness. Tim was a member of the USMC. He did two tours in Vietnam and a total of six years in USMC and received lots of awards.
Tim passed away at the age of 76. His family said Tim was a very friendly guy and he loved everybody and everybody loved him. Tim’s Wife, Daughter and Granddaughter came out to our staging and thanks us for honoring Tim. The Funeral Home Director brought the family out and introduced them to the PGR. Thanks to all who attended.The Austin Patriot Guard Riders were in Austin TX today to stand up for Lee Limon. Lee served with the USMC for four years and left at the rank of Corporal. We had 6 PGR members standing in the Flag Line on a verry raining day. Two motorcycles rode as escorts for Corporal Lee Limon. LEO led the escort to the cemetery.
Ride Captain: Warren Longacre
Flag Wrangler: Michele BinkleyThrough their invitation to the PGR, his family ensured that his legacy is honored in a manner that reflects the values he held dear. It was our privilege to be present.
Eight Patriot Guard Riders stood a flag line at the Ramsey Funeral Home in gratitude for the service LTJG Michael Wayne Wiseman. Thank you to all who attended, especially to Calvin Story for stepping up as the short notice flag wrangler for this mission. RIP, LTJG Wiseman.
Austin PGR formed a Flag Line in Georgetown, Texas today to honor Dr. August Joseph Sherman. Sherman went to the University of Texas School of Dentistry. After school he join the USAF and serve as a Dentis. August left the Air Force with the rank of Captain. AJ Sherman practiced for 59 years in Dentistry. We had 8 PGR standing in the Flag Line on a cold day. Dr Sherman was 90 years old.
The Austin Patriot Guard Riders were In Fredericksburg, Tx today (Nov 23) to stand up for US Army Veteran Phillip Osborne Webb.
He played trombone in the US Army band. Phillip Passed away at the age of 88.
We had 18 Riders at the Church on a very nice day some were from San Antonio, TX and from Austin TX PGR.
Phillip Enjoyed reading, hiking, painting landscapes, Church singing, hunting & fishing.
The family walked the flag line and thanked us all. (Rest In Pease Phillip).
Thanks to our Flag Wrangler Michele Binkley for setting up the flags.The Austin PRG were in Austin Texas to escort CPL Jon Ratcliff to Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen, TX.
CPL Jon Ratcliff served in the US Marine Corps and was a veteran of the War on Terror in Iraq. Jon also served in the ACC Police force.
The PGR had 29 Motorcycle for the escort to CTSVC with 5 of the PGR present It was a great turnout on a hot day. The family were pleased with the event.
Thanks to Gary, Steve, David and Keith for their help. The LEO were outstanding as they got us through Austin Traffic.The Austin Patriot Guard Riders were In Georgetown, TX today. There were 8 PGR members present to stand in a flag to honor Petty Officer 2nd Class Robert Gross. He was 55 years old and passed away on August 16,2024. Robert served 10 years as a dedicated and highly decorated member of the US Navy serving in Desert Shield and Desert Strom. Robert was Honorably Discharged from the US Navey and chose to reenlist in the US Army reserves for another 5 years.
The Funeral Director presented the family to all of us in the flag line. The family had Robert’s Yellow Corvet Convertible on display at the entrance of the Funeral Home. The weather was hot but ok. Thanks for all the PGR members for coming to honor Robert Gross.SGT Jordan Folmar And family were able to see their new home today. He enlisted in the Army as an Infantryman. Sgt Folmar serve two tours in Afghanistan 2009 again in 2012. On his second tour SGT Folmar stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) and lost both legs above the knees. Jordan spent several years undergoing surgeries, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and learning how to use prosthetics at Walter Reed Medical Center. He needed a home that would aid him to get around.
Homes for our troops (HFOT) donor came through with giving a fully adapted home for Jordan. He will be able to use his wheelchair throughout the house. Jordan is a man that won’t quit. He is a stay at home Dad and also is a baker for his and his wife Amanda’s cookie business.
Over 150 plus people were present at the ceremony. Ten PGR were present for the event. We had Liberty Hill Police and Fire Department leading the way to the home. We stood in a flag line at the home. Thanks to Lance for setting up the flags and those that stood in the flag line.The Austin Patriot Guard Riders traveled to Leander Texas Today (4-9-2024). We were there to Honor the life of Mr. Randy Ray King. Randy severed in the US ARMY. A Celebration of life was held at VFW Post 10427, located at 8760 RR 2243 in Leander, TX. A flag line was set up with 15 PGR members present. The family was verry thank full the PGR was there for them.
The Patriot Guard Riders were In Liberty Hill, TX Nov 4,2023 with Wounded warrior home project, SGT Jordan Folmar, US Army veteran will receive a new home given to Sgt Folmar by HOMES FOR TROOPS. The house has not been built yet. The event was at Liberty Hill Elementary school in the gymnasium at 1400 loop 332 Liberty Hill TX. The Police, Fire Department, and the PGR escorted SGT Jordan Folmar and family to the event. When we arrived, a large group was outside to welcome SGT Folmar. The presentation was held in the gymnasium. Six PGR posted a flag line in the gymnasium. Our flag wrangler Don posted flags at entrance. There were numerous speakers that talked about SGT Folmar, his service, and the housing program. The event speakers recognized the PGR.
RC: Warren LongacreThe Austin PGR stood in a flag line to honor Seaman Nicolas Wayne Rhodes in Georgetown TX.
Seaman Rhodes served four years (1976-1981) in the US Navy and was discharged as a Seaman E-3.
He served on the USS Dwight D Eisenhower and USS Carl Vinson, Nicolas received many Medals,
Ribbons and Commendations.
13 PGR members with 1 newcomer stood in a flag line at Gabriels Funeral Chaple in G-Town.
We then rode to the Bagdad Cemetery in Leander, TX. LEO led the procession to the Cemetery. The PGR stood in the 2nd flag line there with temps at 100 plus degrees. The Family was very appreciative with us. Thanks to all the PGR that came out on this hot day.
RC- Warren Longacre RC Trainee- Patti Donlon FR-Don FergusonThe Austin Patriot Guard Riders were in Kyle/San Antonio Texas today to honor the life of Sergeant Oscar Rodriguez. Mr. Rodriguez served in the US Army from 1975-1981. Eleven PGR stood in a flag line at Harrell Funeral Home in Kyle Texas. Flag Wrangler Max Vasquez passed out the flags and supplied water on a very warm day. Patti Hutto (Ride Caption trainee) led six of us on a LEO escorted procession down to Ft Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio. The weather was hot and dry on our trip down to San Antonio however it rained hammer down on the way home. Thanks for all that attended.
The PGR were in Georgetown, Texas today to stand up for Rodolfo “Rudy” Soto. Rudy served in the US Army and USA Reserves for seven years, leaving as a Specialist. Rudy Left us on April 14, at the young age of 50. Rudy and his wife Jennifer had been married for thirty years. Rudy had a large family, and they came by the PGR flag line to thank all of us for being there for Rudy. The funeral home was full with only standing room left. The PGR had 8 riders standing on the flag line. (Rest in peace Rudy).
Ride Captain: Warren Longacre—— Flag Wrangler: Don FergusonThe Austin PGR Had a mission today in Round Rock, TX. We were there to honor SMSgt William Larrimer. SMSgt Larrimer served 30 years in the USAF, including deployment to SE Asia. The day was cool and misty, however six PGR came and stood in the Flag line. There was a LEO led procession from the Funeral Home to the Church. Our own OGT R/C (Gary) handled the mission. Thanks to Don, our flag wrangler for the good job he does. It is always an honor when the family comes out and greets us.
The Austin PGR were in Lago Vista, TX today to escort SPC Maggie Mae Bilyeu to her new home. Maggie was struck by a suicide bomber in Afghanistan, leaving her critically injured. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation gave Maggie a new mortgage free home. Three PGR (David, Keith and Warren) braved the weather. It was cold with lots of rain. We got to meet Maggie (what a special person) she is.
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