[et_pgr] Final Itinerary: JESSE WELDON POLSTON (90) US Army Saturday January 11, 2020 - Whitehouse, TX

From: Ed Wilkinson <cptezrider@xxxxxxxxx>
To: <et_pgr@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Tue, 14 Jan 2020 14:00:42 -0600

This is the final itinerary for the
Patriot Guard Riders
Mission to Honor
JESSE WELDON POLSTON (90)
UNITED STATES ARMY
JANUARY 11, 2020
SATURDAY

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Born: December 26, 1928
Died:  December 18, 2019

The family has requested that the PGR be present.
The Mission is a 'go' and all contacts have been made.

SHORT BIO: He lived and was raised in McGregor,TX, until the age of 17, when
he enlisted in the United States Army. Jesse served his country faithfully
for 24 years. During his service, he was in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He
was awarded the Army Commendation Medal (2) w/ Oak Leaf Cluster, Republic of
Korea Presidential Unit Citation, Bronze and Silver Stars,  National Defense
Service Medal (s) w/Oak Leaf Cluster, United Nations Service Medal, Korean
Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Meritorious Service Medal. Life in
the Army took Jesse and his family to several locations, but his favorite
was the years he and his family spent in Okinawa. He retired from the Army
in 1969 as a Command Sergeant Major (E9).

Services:  1:00pm at
Whitehouse United Methodist
405 W Main St.
Whitehouse, TX 75791

Staging:  Whitehouse United Methodist from 11:00am to 11:45am with a riders
meeting at 11:45am.

FLAG LINE ONLY AT THE CHURCH

Please remain flexible as to the requirements of the mission.

(SEMPER GUMBY)

Map link staging area:  <https://tinyurl.com/yzvrnfj8>
https://tinyurl.com/yzvrnfj8

Ride Captain:   Tony Coscione
Phone:               (586) 945-4845
Email Address:   <mailto:tony@xxxxxxxxxxxx> tony@xxxxxxxxxxxx

Flag Captain:     Ed Wilkinson
Phone:                (903) 521-7651
Email Address:   <mailto:cptezrider@xxxxxxxxx> cptezrider@xxxxxxxxx

Weather Report: high will be close to 48*, cold and morning showers are
expected. As this is a flag line only, please consider coming in a cage.
Please hydrate often, including the night before. Carry rain gear if needed.

ALL GROUPS, CLUBS and INDEPENDENTS ARE WELCOME.
The only prerequisite is RESPECT. Also remember, you do not have to ride a
motorcycle to join in. The Flag Line is open to all who wish to participate.
Stand tall and silent as you honor this fallen veteran and family. Please
ride or drive safe and defensively to this mission.
Thanks again for your participation with ET PGR.

*** Safety Notice ***

Before volunteering and / or attending any Patriot Guard Riders mission we
encourage you to review all safety information below.
Included are some potential safety concerns to be aware of; however this
does not include the full scope of all potential hazards during any mission.
Anyone attending an East Texas Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that
they do so at their own risk. SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AT AND DURING
ANY MISSION.

Funeral Processions / Escorts / Flag Line
EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY at all times while
riding in a funeral procession or standing in a Flag Line.
At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block an intersection or otherwise
impede traffic laws in any way.  Only Law Enforcement Officials (LEO'S) are
authorized to block and / or impeded the lawful flow of traffic.
If you choose to fly a flag on your bike you are SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for
ensuring it is secured and not a danger to any other rider or traffic. Your
bike overall condition; including tires, brakes and lighting should be in
good operating condition. It is very important for the safety of all who
participate. If you see a safety issue, notify the Ride Captain at the first
opportunity.

High Temperatures
It's every RIDER'S PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY to hydrate prior to attending a
mission.
Begin drinking water the night before.  Drink water when you wake up and
continue drinking water all day to ensure your body stays hydrated. During
this time of the season it is very important you know your limitations. Let
the Ride Captain or Flag Captain know if you need a break.

It is strongly encouraged that everyone should go to the Patriot Guard's
national web site
<https://etpgr.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=aaa4a8628c554369988029a30&i
d=8677acd6a7&e=caf6dff1a1> www.patriotguard.org mission thread and post a
brief message of condolence/sympathy to the family on the loss of their
loved one.  It's been mentioned more than once that those kind words brought
great comfort to a Spouse, Mother, Father, and family.
Thank You.

You can visit the East Texas Patriot Guard Riders official website at:
<https://etpgr.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=aaa4a8628c554369988029a30&i
d=eb77c04fbe&e=caf6dff1a1> www.etpgr.com
Join the ETPGR Facebook group go to:

<https://etpgr.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=aaa4a8628c554369988029a30&i
d=092681d773&e=caf6dff1a1> https://www.facebook.com/groups/116603381747755/
Join the ETPGR Yahoo group go to:

<https://etpgr.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=aaa4a8628c554369988029a30&i
d=b965285707&e=caf6dff1a1> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ET_PGR

Tony Coscione
Flint, Texas USA
(586) 945-4845
<mailto:tony@xxxxxxxxxxxx> tony@xxxxxxxxxxxx

[et_pgr] Final Itinerary: JESSE WELDON POLSTON (90) US Army Saturday January 11, 2020 - Whitehouse, TX

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