John Michael Vargo USN / 2 April 2022 / Altoona, PA
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John Michael Vargo
U.S. Navy
Vietnam Veteran
2 April 2022
Altoona, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders of Pennsylvania have been invited by the family of John Michael Vargo, a U.S Navy veteran, to stand in silent honor for the service then escort to the cemetery for the interment.
John entered the U.S. Navy June of 1967, aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid, also known as “The Fighting I ” during Vietnam and was honorably discharged March of 1971, with the rank of Petty Officer Third Class.
Decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/ 2 Campaign Stars and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal w/ Device.
John served our country with honor, it’s now our turn to stand in honor for him.
Saturday, 2 April 2022
Staging: 8:15 AM
Upper Parking lot across the street
Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament
1 Cathedral Square, Altoona, PA 16601
https://goo.gl/maps/wzCbjRuAGMkeLwbM6
Briefing: 8:30 AM
Flag Line: 8:45 AM
Family expected to arrive at 9:00 AM
Service at 9:30 AM
Following the service, Honorable Escort for interment: TBD
Alto-Reste Park
109 Alto-Rest Park, Altoona, PA 16601
https://goo.gl/maps/2vTKA74UFaVdcivc8
Members can attend all of a mission or any part of the mission. PGR sets no time for a member to escort and or stand a mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your time.
Please be aware and alert of your surroundings. Also, before heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly, bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
RCIC: Charles “Hillbilly” Cartright
hillbilly091965@gmail.com
(814) 515-9619
