US Army Veteran Mike Elmore Westville OK.

     Amanda and I left the house and stopped by the fire station to talk to Bob. He had arranged to have 2 fire vehicles for traffic control on this local mission.  After that we headed to Kwik Kountry for ice to keep the water cold. Amanda decided to grab minutes for Robyn,s phone, and wound up in a lot of confusion, seem AT&T Changed the way to put minutes on the pre paid phones, instead of buying a card and pushing in the code, they asked for the phone number and then the minutes went straight to the phone leaving Amanda with a confusing reciept. Well we got that straight, and headed to Triple SSS Country store/cafe for staging.  We got out and someone mentioned my tire was going low. Well Crud, the valve stem had cracked and had a slow leak. Amanda aired up the tire and headed back home to change rigs.
  At Staging I was happy to see 4 new members, Shortwave II had brought a friend, and we had a new couple caging it. I am terrible with names, but the guys were Stan and Ken, can't remember the couples name. Will learn them as we go along I guess. Also at Staging was an old friend Nick, He had gotten into an accident leaving a mission a few months ago but is recovering well and this was his first mission back. Great to see how good he was doing.
      Our mission today was to escort the Family and the cremains from the Family home to Mission Baptist Cemetery for services.  At the prescribed time Bob and Derrick with the Fire rigs led the bikes to the family home. I waited for Amanda as she was just down the street, and we followed the rest. 
     At the home Bob and I discussed things with the family. They wanted us to transport Mike to the cemetery and present the container to his son.  The son would also get the flag and plaque, and Mikes Mom would get the Invocation. 
     It was time to go, I went to the intersection in Amanda's minivan and blocked the eastbound lane then got out and stood across the intersection blocking the west bound lane. Bob Led out with Derrick following and then the bikes, cages and family cars. I jumped in on the tail.
     At Highway 59 Derrick used the fire truck to block the southbound traffic, and Bob led us to the cemetery where he then blocked northbound for the turn into the cemetery. Gray and the Rogers Honor Guard were waiting at the cemetery to give Mike honors. They were short handed so Frank Lee did the Bugle with canned taps for them.
     Mike was in the command vehicle, and Bob Flanked by 2 flag bearers, (Chuck and another guy)
prepared to carry the container to the grave site. I went ahead and prepared to receive the container and present it to the son.  Bob and the others marched up to me, where I saluted the urn, and reached out to receive it, Bob presented me the urn and gave a slow Hand Salute. I turned to the son and presented him the urn and another salute. He took the urn and placed it by the grave.
     At this point all were just standing there, I looked around and ask "Is the Preacher Here?" and the Preacher stepped forward, Gary instructed him to signal the Honor Guard when he as finished so they could do their part.  I have been to quite a few services and heard long winded preachers, but my Friends this was not one of them. He read the 29 psalms, said a few words, and he signaled the Honor Guard. After Honors, Gary presented the son with the burial flag, and Larry and I stepped froward with the Plaque, and invocation. I presented the plaque, and Larry did his first Invocation presentation, we saluted the family, did an about face and saluted Mikes Urn, and walked off.
  At this point, everybody was just standing there, I was finished, so I turned to the Preacher hoping he would do a closing Prayer. he just said nothing so I stepped out and ask "Does anyone in the Family want to say anything?" no one did so I said "well that concludes our ceremony thank everyone for being here to Honor Mike" And dismissed my Flag line.
    It was an unusual mission to say the least, but every one did their part great, and it was a good mission. Thank You to all the Riders for being their and always remember "Semper Gumby"

Donald Anderson July 12 2011

   The mission for Donald Anderson was going to kick off a very busy week for me with the PGR. We already had another mission later that afternoon in Westville.  Mr Anderson was escorted from the Tulsa area to Ft. Gibson National, as usual our group staged at McDonald's in Ft. Gibson, Today was interesting because we had a PGR Member from Alabama join us he was in Oklahoma visiting relatives and wanted to hook up to meet the brothers and sisters here in our area. After briefing, I headed to the cemetery to stake flags, and Bob took the riders to  our usual intercept point.
     At the cemetery, we had an unusual situation, 3 honor guard units. 2 active duty and one VFW. The 2 active discussed it and decided which of them was going to fold the flag, and the other left. Then the VFW arrived and the Ladies from the National Guard worked with them to give Mr. Anderson his Military Honors. The VFW did the rifle salute, and Taps, and the Active folded the flag.
      After the ceremonies there 2 cages and 10 bikes headed to Westville for another mission in the hot sun. We "Staged" at the Dairy Bar, and had lunch and a cool down time until time to go to the Chapel. I went a bit early and staked flags in front of the funeral chapel, and readied other flags for the rider to use in the flaglline.

Dylan J. Johnson Tulsa OK.

    I was worried when I read the DOD notice, Dylan J. Johnson, Tulsa OK, Killed in Action. I had assisted and attended many KIA's but had never Been the Lead on one and I was nervous. The UG's would probably make an appearance, who would I use to block them?  Contact with the family was another concern.  I talked to Tommy, and he took Ride Captain for this one.  Poppy would be Assistant Ride Captain, and I would be listed as senior Ride Captain.  I contacted the Unit Dylan was from, and they gave me the name of the CAO for this service. I called the Sargent and he was with the family and I spoke with the Dad.  They were going to have Dylan Buried in Arlington National Cemetery. But they might have a local service later. I left my contact information and waited.
    When I got the call for Dylans local service, I contacted Tommy again and he and Poppy did all the leg work for this mission. We kept in contact by Internet and phone and discussed all the things to do..
Tommy and Poppy did a great job with the organization of everything.
   On July 6, Goatlick and I headed out to Tulsa and for once did not get lost LMAO, We arrived at the church to assist in staking flags, and getting ready for staging.   While at the church staking flags, Tommy and I went inside to talk to the folks in charge. I had a talk with the Tulsa Officer in charge of blocking the UG's and he assured me they would take care of the UG's. He took my contact information so that if out assistance was needed he could call me.  After this I headed to the staging area.  Tommy and Poppy were already there and also Members of both American Veterans MC, and Combat Veterans MA,  It was great to see that we also have riders and Ride Captains  from Central Oklahoma. I got to meet Phillip  "Cowboy" Wulz  and Jerry "Bluj" Cobb, and some other riders from Central.  After Briefing, Speedo from the AVMC lead a contingent of bikes and one cage to escort the Mother to the church, They made sure to bring her away from the corner that the UGs were going to be on.  While  waiting at the staging area, A gentleman drove up and gave us a case of cold water and some boxes of snacks, saying Thank You For What You Do. Also while briefing, the owner of a cigar store in the shopping center came over and passed out cigars to all who wanted one., Again as a Thank You!!!! 
   We headed for the church with the remaining bikes and a few cages  and established a Flag line at eh entrance.  It was a very hot day, and the RC's kept bringing water for the flag line folks.  They Family and Guest arrived, and as the service was starting we dismissed the flag line and stood by for the Respect line and Presenting the plaque later.  Many Riders, My self included, went ahead and headed home after the service started. I found out later that the UG's consisted of 4 protesters, and were well watched by Tulsa PD. Thank You Tulsa PD..

Grove Independence Celebration.

   A few months ago I received an email forward from Pappy, our State Captain. A Three war veteran was planning ahead and requested that the PGR be present when he passes.  I volunteered to RC this Mission, and made contact with Ben Hynum, Veteran of WWII-Korea-Vietnam. Ben was also the former Mayor of Grove Oklahoma.  I made arrangements to meet with Mr. Hynum for lunch in Grove, and invited Goatlick to join us. We arrived and met Mr Hynum, and along with him were a reporter from the local paper, and some employees of the Funeral Home he plans to use. 
    After Lunch Ben took Bob and I to the Grove Veterans Memorial, a project he had been a major part of. It was a beautiful Memorial, with all service flags and the POW-MIA Flag as well as the American Flag. Money for the project was raised by selling paver bricks with Veterans names engraved on them. Among the bricks was one for Roy Clark, Us Navy Veteran and Star of Hee Haw, as well as a great country singer.  While we were talking Ben invited us up to the Grove Independence Celebration, on July 2nd.  As the day for the celebration approached,  Tommy made plans for bringing a group from Tulsa, while I set up a route from Westville.  As it turned out, we had a Mission in Tulsa, and an activity in Siloam Springs at the same time so the bikes were spread thin. Also as it turned out what I was thinking was a guest invitation turned out to be a part of the opening ceremonies. Ben wanted us to ride in to start the celebration, and we did. 4 bikes and 3 cages with Flags flying. Xray had fabricated a flag mount for  my SUV, and Lana had 3 x 5 flags in the stake pockets of her pick up. while 'Stang had window flags on her van.

  As i exited the truck I heard the MC announce that we were "All Vietnam Veterans" I headed for the stage, waving and shaking my head "NO". He gave me the mic and I properly introduced the group as American Patriots from all sectors doing what we do because of love for our country and Love for our Troops!!! After that we enjoyed a great show by the  Dutton Family from Branson. and a great fireworks show.

Frankie Leon Allcorn WWII Vet

June 25th brought a Special Mission! WWII Veteran Frankie Leon Allcorn  USMC, had passed in 2000, but had not received his military Honors. His Daughter-In-Law, Alexandra Allcorn, AKA 'Stang, had approached me about the PGR Doing a mission for him. I talked to our state Captain, and was told that the PGR could not arrange this mission and why which I totally agreed with. But I had made a promise to a friend and I was determined to do something.  I am a member of Post 1674, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and approached the Post at our next meeting with the idea of the Post having a short ceremony and get together for Mr. Allcorn. It was approved and I had plans to make.  I have never arranged a "Memorial Service" before but dove in head first. Oh and since it was the post doing the ceremony, I was then able to Invite the PGR to stand for Mr. Allcorn and make it an official "Confirmed Mission"

 "Stang had mentioned she wanted our friend "Papa Roger" to give a speech, and say a prayer so I contacted him and he readily agreed. NOW you have to understand "Papa" is totally DEAF!. but he always likes to "Say something intelligent", and he is funny and very smart. I asked him to say something about the times Frankie  lived in. That was a start.
   Now I needed a speaker for the action that Frankie had seen in the Pacific. I approached = the local Commandeer of the Marine Corp league, and was assured they would help but as it turned out I was brushed aside,  Seems he is too busy in Politics to worry about a small potato. My Opinion that is.  So as the day came closer I turned to a wonderful friend that has the right contacts. LOL I asked Shelaine for the contact information for a retired Air Force General that does some local speaking. She was getting me the information and had also volunteered to take his place if I needed her. Shelaine is a "Former Active Duty" Marine, and a wonderful person.  As I was thinking about it, I made the decision, "A Marine for a Marine" and told her I would like her to do the talk about WWII. What a great decision that was.
   Another Friend was to do the "Thirteen Folds" of the flag, but at the last moment had to pull out. Well in true PGR fashion, we selected another to do the folds .

    Everything fell into place, and I worried until it was over that something would go wrong. 
   The day of the Mission came, and it was a nice sunny hot Day. I headed to the Post to meet Larry and Frank, and get things set up.  Lana made a run to Walmart to pick up the cake. and soon riders started coming in.  We had riders come in from Tulsa OK, Little Rock and Ft. Smith AR,  As well as our local group. Carl & Gay came in from Prairie Grove.  and many from the Siloam Springs area, and others. in all we had close to 40 bikes.
    Many of Franks Relatives arrived, and at the beginning of the service a flag line was formed and they were escorted through it for the service.
    I acted as MC for the ceremony, and Papa Roger gave a wonderful fun filled talked on the 40's. he even sang a Hank Williams song.  Tommy and Levi folded the flag while a new member Mike, read the 13 folds, Shelaine gave one of the most wonderful talks on the USMC and WWII that I have ever heard.
  After the service we all mingled and had Cake and cold drinks to wait for the procession to Westville.
  I left for Westville to set up flags for the riders, and meet with the Honor Guard led by an old friend Gary. I had went out that morning to set US and Marine Flags at the graveside to mark it and also a wreath for the service. I had also put a flag at the road to mark the area. 
   Soon we could hear the bikes coming through Westville and as we looked, there was a Westville Police unit and a Westville Fire Truck leading them.   As they arrived they grabbed their flags and formed a flag line around the graveside. The VFW did a wonderful job on the Rifle Salute and Taps, and refolded the Flag and Presented it to Frank Jr, as should have been done 10 years ago.
    It was a wonderful service, I am so glad I took on this task. A family has closure, they all feel better, and We have given them a bit of happiness.  Any labor Mental or physical is returned sevenfold when you see how much the families appreciate it. The smiles the Thank Yous, the Hugs. Seeing their Pride in their fathers service.

  I did not manage this alone I had a lot of folks assisting me in this endeavor.
    Bob (Goatlick) was arranging everything with the Cemetery,, and Funeral Homes in Westville so we did not have our service  at the same time as one of them, and he was arranging Police Escort through Westville to get to the cemetery.
    Frank (Sparkplug) assisted in arranging the Rogers Arkansas VFW Honor Guard to do Full Military Honors.
   "Stang contacted the Funeral Home that handled Franks services and obtained the Casket Flag.
   Tommy (Dragman) Also helped  me in planning and by organizing a group of riders to come from the Tulsa area.
 And most of all my wonderful Wife Amanda (Snapshot)  who helped  keep me sane and focused when the road was rocky. She is my rock and without her I would not be able to do what I do.
  

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PGR Missions June 2011

Junie 2011 was a slow month for PGR  in the Ne Oklahoma, NW Arkansas area, with only 2 missions I attended. the first was for Paul W. Hafner, in Fayetteville Ar. We had been to this funeral home once before, in fact it was where I lost a camera. It was a basic mission with Escort to Fayetteville National. A lady walked up to me and Introduced herself as Sandra Easley, who is one of my favorite Facebook Friends. It was an honor to meet her and I will always remember our first meeting. She is always there with a good response when I need it.

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Two days later we were on a EXTREME Short Notice mission in Siloam Springs AR. for John Brown the second, The son of The founder of John Brown University in Siloam Springs. He was also a WWII  US Navy Veteran. It was at the beautiful Chapel of the Ozarks on campus, and there were 8 of us that made it to stand in his honor.

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David Michael Doudican 31 May 2011

    The mission for David Michael Doudican was a short notice, graveside only mission at Ft. Gibson National Cemetery, Goat had prior committments so I headed to Ft. Gibson alone. I got a call from Sparkplug, and he was waiting for me at Quick Stop, I did not think anyone was meeting me there since Goat wasn't going and I was running late.  We hooked up and headed to Ft. Gibson. We met with Tater Chuck and Papa Roger at Mc Donalds and after a briefing we headed to the cemetery. Since there woure only 5 of us we staked flags from the big flagpole to the corner and prepared flags for a four man flag,ine, forming our "Big L" formation. The American Legion Honor Guard was there to give full military honors, and the service was a very long one. After the service many members of the family and many friends came over to shake our hands and say thank you for being here. That is always the best and hardest part of teh mission, Rewarding because you see the look of gratitude and feel their love for what we do. Sad because you feel the pain of their loss.

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Back to Back Missions

   On Thursday May 26th we were asked to stand for Maurice "MO" Keith, US Army Veteran There was no flag line at the Church this time but the Bikes gathered to escort Mr Keith to Fayetteville National Cemetery, I went straight to National and met Gay & Carl Wampler there. We prepared the Flags for a flag line at the committal shelter, and waited for the procession to arrive. Curtis lead the procession followed by sparkplug. I noticed Curtis had a passenger that I did not recognise.  The procession made the loop around the  pavilion, and parked going out of the cemetery. The riders then came to get their flags and form a flag line.  As Curtis and his passenger approached, i thought I know that lady but could not place her. As I handed her her Flag, it hit me it was Elaine Ball, a friend from Facebook that had recently arrived from Virginia. I got all excited as this was the first time I had seen her in person.
    We stood for the services, and after it was over I got to meet Lanie formally, what a treat.  Even got my picture taken with her. 

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  Friday brought yet another mission from the same church and escort to national. US Army Veteran Coy Fitts, Xray called me Thursday evening as they needed flag support for this mission  I had committed to a non-pgr mission at Ft. Gibson National for the Missing In America Project, they were having their first burial of unclaimed Veterans ashes.  I contacted Tommy and he agreed to fill in for me at Gibson so I agreed to  provide flags for the Arkansas mission.  Curtis had to work so Frank "Sparkplug" Lee got his first mission solo. The family was not real precise on what was happening and it became a very fluid mission. Briefing and flag line times were adjusted, and we stood a flag line at the church while guest arrived.  After services started we waited for escort duties.  I left before the rest and met with Carl and Gay at Fayetteville National and prepared the flags.   The escort arrived and we stood to honor an American Hero..

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This was my 4th event in 5 days and I was tired. many of us had made all 4 and more had made 3 out of 4.   At times it seems we are over whelmed but in the long run it is worth it..

Brian Stops By Arkansas

Brian Stutzman, was  a  a wounded warrior from Iraq War (03-04), riding to Ground Zero, Washington (for the new Disabled Vet Memorial) and Arlington, to bring awareness to Disabled Veterans everywhere.  His original plan was to return via I-40 to California,  but someone invited him to stop by VFW 1674, in Siloam Springs Arkansas.  He agreed and on Tuesday we met at the post to prepare for his arrival.  Frank "Sparkplug" Lee had been drafted to communicate with Brian, and arrange for his arrival.
   After a call from Brian, Frank, Larry, Roger, and Bob left for Tontitown to intercept him and escort him in.  Belva, Lana, and  Bill and his wife waited with the other members of the post to welcome him with a flagline.  The post had arranged for  a feast when he arrived, and  the cook arrived with smoked pork, brisket, and chicken to go with the potato salad and baked beans. 
     We had hoped for a larger turnout, but as I have been told "Those that needed to be there were there."
At a pre-set time, Belva, Lana, Bill, and his wife formed a flag line along the sidewalk, spacing themselves to look like a larger crowd lol. It was a beautiful sight.  When the escort arrived, there were a total of 8 bikes, 7 escorting and Brian. It was a beautiful sight to see them coming down the street.  As they arrived, handshakes were passed around and Introductions made, many pictures were taken. After all this was a historic moment in our lives. Brian was given a Hero's Welcome, and deservedly so.  We went into the Post and hade a good meal, Visitedwith Brian and each other. Brian had intedeed to stay the night but because of impending weather, decided to go on to New mexico that evening.  I said my good-bye's and headed back to Westville . Content that we had given him a small but appreciatged look into the folks of the Ozarks. True American Patriots one and all.

Amanda Doss and Children.

     On May 23 we stood for Patriot Guard Rider, Amanda Prewitt Doss and her two young children, Guinevere Doss,11 and Texas Johnson, 8,    

Amanda was a long time member of the Patriot Guard Riders having joined in 2006.

She was instrumental in setting up the first email membership list for the Four States Area.

Amanda monitored all the PGR missions in the area and made mission notifications.

She later was a moderator of the 4statespgr yahoo group.

Amanda was a National coordinator for the Swift Boat Veteran's and was active in Veterans support group. She was proud of her fathers service in Vietnam and worked tirelessly in her support of Veterans.

Amanda and her two children lost their lives, May 11th in a fire. But the sad part is that Before the fire, Amanda and the children were brutally murdered. The fire set to cover up the crime... At this time we still do not know if the person or person's that committed this crime have been apprehended.

 

 Part on of this mission was a memorial service was in Texarkana Texas on Sunday May 22, the deedants were then transfered to Broken Arrow Oklahoma for another service and burial.  Early that morning Tommy and some others staked flags at the chapel and cemetery, and moved to the staging area to wait.  Bob and I took my van to Tulsa where I managed to get us lost, nad had to call Tommy for directions! We  met up with the others at a parking lot near the chapel. At the prescribed time 14 bikes 1 Trike and 6 cages proceded to the chapel and formed 2 flag lines in front of the entrance.  After the services commenced, we stood by to escort to the cemetery. Bob got a call from his fire captain back in westville and he and I had to leave as Rescue crews were requested to go for search and rescue for vicitms of the Joplin tornado. Here is Tommy's Mission Complete for the day:

 

The PGR was asked by the family of Amanda Prewitt Doss a PGR Rider to stand a flag line and help escort Amanda and her 2 children Guinivere and Texas . Before services started flags were posted at the chapel and centenary . After services at the chapel was over as Amanda and her children was being moved to the coaches we formed a honor line for them . As we were escorting , people saw it was 3 coaches they pulled over and did not move till we were will passed . Up on arriving the centenary the riders form a half circle around Amanda , Guinivere and Texas as they were moved in to place . Amanda's cousin Tim Howard was 1 of the riders helping to escort this family . There were a ride capt.Wesley Barnett and 2 riders from Little Rock , Arkansas . Clubs present AVMC , Legion Riders and Blue Star Mother's . Weather looked like it would storm at any minute but it did not cloudy and windy . There was 14 bikes ,1 trike and 6 cages . I would like to thank all riders who take time to be here for this family . Tommy "dragman" Johnson RC NE OKLA

 

 

It is hard to understand why anyone would do such a thing as this, and the death of innocent children always brings me to my knees.  When Bob  and I entered the chapel and saw the three caskets I was shaken to the bone.  The thought of three coaches in a line s not a pretty visual in my mind, and I am kind of glad we had to leave early.   

 

   May Amanda and her children rest in peace and may the animal(s) that did this suffer in hell for enternity.  God Bless the Family and Friends of the deceased!!!

 

Honor Flight NWA.

   The Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created solely to honor America's veterans for all their sacrifices. We transport our heroes to Washington, D.C. to visit and reflect at their memorials.
Right now they are concentrating on the Veterans of WWII.  I attended my first Honor Flight Welcome Home in September 2010. I was so impressed that I was anxiously looking forward to this event. Honor Flight XNA, had expanded their efforts from a single flight to 2 flights a year. 

     I was asked by NWA Senior Ride Captain Xray, if I would like to R/C this event, and I quickly accepted.  When the day arrived Amanda had to work until 7:00 PM so I headed to XNA alone. I was the first one to arrive and went inside to report to security. I requested and received permission to park 2 support vechiles and the bikes in the delivery parking area.  I made contact with the Honor Flight Ground Crew and  talked about where we would like to put our Flag line (s) . They said they would like to divert the returnees around the corner in to another part of the lobby, and I suggested putting 2 flag line from the down escalator in an arch to where they wanted  the group to go.
    I then went out to get flags, and wait for the others to arrive.  Fred and Curtis arrived and we discussed the plan.  and after briefing we assembled our flag lines. With 25 flags and only about 16 PGR Members present i recruited members of the crowd to fill out the lines.  With everyone in place, the Veterans started trickling down the elevator, and escalator. it was great to see the reunion of folks although they had only been gone a day, they were greeted like they were coming home from the war.
   Little kids with flags and welcome home signs. Boy Scouts, ROTC Cadets.  Wives, Sons & Daughters, and grandchildren.  My friend Jen, had me acting as a cheerleader, waving my hands up to excite the crowd,  As each Veteran or Group of Veterans came down the crowd would burst into applause and cheers. One small boy would try to shake each veterans hand.  I was given a Honor Flight XNA Ground Crew Badge, which made me feel special. After the last Veteran made his decent, he was in his WWII wool uniform, full medals and all, he looked so grand with the bright red welcome home lipstick kisses lipstick on each cheek..  We broke ranks, put away our flags and went our separate ways until we gather again on another mission

Been a Busy 2 months

I returned from my Vacation to California/Oregon on March 11, and had my first mission at Ft. Gibson on the 13th. Jump right back into things as they say.  We Escorted and Stood for CPO Lloyd Don Moyer,
US Navy.  We had about 15 riders, and after the ceremony we had the chance to visit with some of CPO Moyer's family at McDonalds in Ft Gibson. 

On April 26th we had a 2 State Mission for US Army vet Charley Parmely. Starting outside of Jay Oklahoma, at the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church, then Escorting Mr. Parmely to the Maysville Arkansas Cemetery a few miles away. Mr Parmely was involved in Alcoholics Anonymous giving talks all over the world.  A Lone Rider came over to ask if he could ride with us and we welcomed him.  He said he credited Mr. Parmely with saving his life. One of our regular riders also said that Charley had been his mentor during his battle with Alcohol.

    In late April an accident in Tulsa claimed the lives of two members of the Patriot Guard Riders, Wanda McGhee, and  Albert "Sugar" Winters Jr.  They were thrown from the motorcycle they were riding and into the path of another vehicle.

On May 5th,  Over 100 Motorcycles escorted Wanda Lou McGhee, from Tulsa Oklahoma to Ft. Gibson National Cemetery to lay her to rest.  It was a beautiful ceremony and well attended.

On May 6th again well over 100 motorcycles escorted "Sugar" to Ft Gibson National Cemetery.
Bikes lined the long drive of the cemetery, and "Sugar" was Given Full Military Honors.

On May 7th we had a different sort of activity. About 20 bikes gathered at the Kwik Kountry  convience store in Westville and staged to be in their Loyalty Day Parade. Westville Chamber had Presented the PGR with its "Organization of the Year" award  at their annual  awards banquet. Bob "Goatlick" Kiefer and I had  the honor of accepting on behalf of all PGR Members in America.
I had arranged for our entry right after all the Police, Fire, Ambulance entries, but when Bob came to staging he had a surprise.  The Police and other Emergency entries had choosen to let the bikes go first. What a sight it was to see  Goat & Xray lead our friends around the corner to start the Parade...

WILL CATCH UP TOMORROW

Tsgt Edgar Brown USAF Retired Stilwell OK 1-11-11

Tsgt Edgar Brown, was brutally murdered during a carjacking in Stilwell Oklahoma. He was attacked at the WalMart in Stilwell, his body was found in the communnity of Zion, just southwest of Stilwell, and his suv was found on fire near the Piney community northwest of Stilwell. An 18 Year old has been arrested in the case.

Very cold spell in our area snow and Ice on the roads so Bob made the decision to cage it with me on this mission. At the funeral home we had just the two of us, We stood on either side of the door, with flags . Tall and Silent, opening the door for arriving guests.

After the services John from Ft. Smith arrived, and the three of us went to the cemetery to stake flags for the graveside services. After the USAF Honor guard presented the flag, I stepped forward and made the Plaque presentation.

With the services over we retrived all flags, and headed to Westville and Warmth.

Busy Busy

Has been a while since I logged in have to correct that. Need to post for each and every mission to keep the records straight. Since my last Post i have been appointed to Ride Captain Northeast Oklahoma. and again to Senior Ride Captain Northeast Oklahoma. i really appreciate the confidance of my State Captian and the Senior Ride Captain for Northeast Oklahoma for allowing me this honor. At this Point I am going to try to do more with this blog. At least Issue a mission complete for every mission I attend.