Annual Jefferson Township Veterans Honor Roll Memorial
31 May 2021
Langeloth, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to stand in silent honor as we remember those who have served at the site of the Jefferson Township Veterans Honor Roll Memorial.
The Veterans Honor Roll was originally in front of the former Eldersville Grade School and dedicated in the middle of World War II. The names of the veterans who served ranges from 1943 until the end of World War II were not on the Veterans Honor Roll.
The original was wood and surrounded by a sandstone wall and contained 137 names of Jefferson Township veterans, but the wood section of the Veterans Honor Roll was deteriorating. A decision was made by the board to erect a new Veterans Honor Roll on its property and the contract to erect a new Veterans Honor Roll was signed on the 4th of April 2005.
After researching, over 1100 names of veterans who had lived in Jefferson Township will then be engraved in the granite of the new monument. On the 17th of June 2006, the Jefferson Township Veterans Honor Roll was dedicated.
Rock of Ages in Wintersville, Ohio designed and erected a second monument and a sketch of the original monument was engraved in the granite of this new monument and was dedicated on Memorial Day, Monday, the 26th of May 2008.
The Jefferson Township Historical Society holds ceremonies at the Veterans Honor Roll site on Memorial Day, 9/11 and Veterans’ Day.
All ages are welcome to honor.
Monday, 31 May 2021
Staging: 8:00 AM
Langeloth Community Hall
1427-1429 Langeloth Rd, Langeloth, PA 15054
https://goo.gl/maps/zvL48Hzt9wvcMU8QA
Briefing: 8:15 AM
KSU: 8:30 AM
Upon arrival of the Veterans Memorial, Flag Line set
Memorial Service at 9 AM
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.
Before heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly, bring your 3x5 hand held American flags and have your masks available. Also once on the road, be aware and alert of your surroundings.
Richland American Legion Post#548 Memorial Ceremony
31 May 2021
Gibsonia, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited back by The Richland American Legion Post #548, to form a procession then stand in silent honor for a Memorial Day Ceremony which will include a Final Roll Call, honoring their hometown heroes who served that have passed on.
Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who died serving our country, defending her and giving us the freedom we have today.
Final Roll Call
Raymond E. Anderson Sr. USA Vietnam Veteran
Ray served in the U.S. Army, in theatre during Vietnam from January of 1960 with an overseas tour in Berlin during the Berlin Crisis where he was posted at checkpoint Charlie. Ray was given an Award by the 2nd Battle Group 47th Infantry for the hazards of duty behind the Iron Curtain and his exemplary behavior while there. Ray served three years active duty, with last duty assignment to Fort Lewis in Washington State before honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant.
Following time served, Ray became a member of American Legion Post #548, for a total of 5 years as Service Officer in addition to serving on the Honor Guard.
Harry P. Hanley USA Korean War Veteran
Harry served in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany during the Korean War.
Following time served, Harry became a member of American Legion Post #548, for a the total of one year.
James "Jim" F. Kotchey USAF Vietnam Era Veteran
Jim served in the U.S. Force from January of 1966 during the Vietnam Era as an Air Policeman. Part of his overseas tours included Ramey AFB in Puerto Rico and Elmendorf AFB in Alaska. Jim honorably discharged May of 196, attaining the rank of Airman 3rd Class.
Decorations include the Good Conduct Medal and the National defense Service Medal.
Following time served, Jim became a member of American Legion Post #548, for a total of 5 years.
Jack R. Matthews Sr. USA Korea Era Veteran
Jack served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
Following time served, Jack became a member of American Legion Post #548, for a total of 3 years.
Jack's Son
Jack R. Matthews Jr. USA Vietnam Era Veteran
Jack proudly served like his Father in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era.
Martin R. O'Malley USA & USAF, Korean War Era Veteran
Martin served in the U.S. Army and the Special Category Army, reassigned with the U.S. Air Force as Specialist 3rd Class and was then reassigned to Guam in the Aviation Engineering Battalion as a Supply Clerk. Martin's last assignment was in Fort Knox.
Following time served, Martin became a member of American Legion Post #548, for a total of 16 years.
Ambrose J. Polena USAF & AFRES Vietnam Era Veteran
Ambrose enlisted in the U.S. Air Force July 1958 and was assigned to the 328th Field Maintenance Squadron at Richards-Gebaur AFB in Missouri, until he was released from Active Duty July of 1962. Ambrose then served in the U.S. Air Force Reserves for two years and was honorably discharged July of 1964.
Decorations include the Good Conduct Medal.
Following time served, Ambrose became a member of the American Legion Post #548, for a total of 14 years.
Victor J. Tomsko USA Korean War Veteran
Victor proudly served in the U.S.Army, with the 3rd Infantry Division, rank of Sergeant during the Korean War.
Decorations include the Silver Star, Bronze Star and the Korean Service Medal.
Victor later became a member of American Legion Post #548, for a total of 36 years.
Donald "Don" Trap USA Korean Veteran & First Responder
Don proudly served in the U.S. Army, in theatre during the Korean War as a Tech Sergeant with Company C 23rd Infantry Regiment as a Light Weapons Infantryman from February of 1953 to December of 1954.
Decorations include the Korean Service Medal w/ one Bronze Service Star, United Nations Service Medal, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.
Following time served, Don continued his service by supporting his community, time with the South Butler Community Meals on Wheels as well as volunteering numerous hours at the Butler Veteran’s Hospital.
Don was also a member with the American Legion Post #548, for a total of 10 years which also includes, serving on the Honor Guard.
Monday, 31 May 2021
Staging: 8:45 AM
Richland Township Community Park
At the northeast corner of Van Velsor or and Cricthlow Drive
Gibsonia, PA 15044
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ppH6LEjTBsFHxFbUA
Briefing: 9:00 AM
KSU: TBD
Memorial Ceremony at 9:45 AM
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.
Before heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly, bring your 3x5 American flags and grab your masks.
American Hero
U.S. Marine Corps
1 June 2021
McMurray,PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care to be family and pallbearers, to stand in silent honor for an U.S. Marine Corps American Hero then escort and lead a procession to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the interment.
Our American Hero served our country with honor, now it's our turn to stand in honor for him.
Requesting 6 pallbearers to please arrive at the funeral home by 9:00 AM. Also, for those who will be acting as pallbearers, please contact the RCIC once assigned.
Thank you In advance
Tuesday, 1 June 2021
Staging: 9:00AM
Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care
3287 Washington Rd,McMurray, PA 15317
https://goo.gl/maps/dcKqVzBoEfw
Briefing: 9:15 AM
KSU, Escorting To: 9:30 AM
National Cemetery Of The Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township, PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/HGsL5MRY6PU2
Interment at 10:00 AM.
Members can attend all of a Mission or any part of the Mission. PGR sets no time for a member to Stand a Mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our Heroes appreciate your time.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted. Masks are required and to be worn while social distancing during the service, interment and if indoors.
Also, please watch the weather, dress accordingly & bring Your 3 x 5 handheld American flags.
RCIC: Ken Thompson
theanimalx@hotmail.com
(724) 986-0502
Monthly Moment Of Remembrance
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
2 June 2021
Cecil Township, PA
The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to stand in silent honor for veterans that have been interred the past month without military honors.
They stood for us, now it's our turn to stand for them.
Note that this is a recurring mission held on the first Wednesday of every month.
Wednesday, 2 June 2021
Staging: 8:30 AM
At the cemetery Welcome Center.
***Please stay at the Welcome Center until after the mission briefing, once the briefing is over, we will all go as a group for the interment.***
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township,PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/PJYsN
Briefing: 8:45 AM
Flag Line: 9:00 AM
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.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted. Masks are required and to be worn while social distancing during the service, interment and if indoors.
Also, before heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly and bring your 3 X 5 hand held American flags.
Robert "Archie" Leroy Purvis Sr.
U.S. Marine Corps
WWII Veteran
8 & 9 June 2021
Renfrew, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Robert "Archie" Leroy Purvis Sr. , U.S. Marine Corps veteran, to stand in silent honor for his service then escort to the cemetery for the interment.
Robert entered the U.S. Marine Corps January of 1944 in theatre during WWII, having served in battles, engagements, skirmishes, expeditions with action at Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands and was honorably discharged, with the rank of Corporal January of 1946.
Decorations include the Good Conduct Medal.
During World War II, thousands of service members were involved in the secret program to build an atomic bomb, the same project that DTRA traces its roots back to known as the Manhattan Project. Thousands more were part of the U.S. occupation of Japan immediately following the dropping of two atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki and Japan's unconditional surrender. After the war ended, through decades of the Cold War, many more troops were involved in atmospheric and underground testing of nuclear weapons and who were or could have been exposed to radiation during their occupation of Hiroshima and Nagasaki or while participating in a nuclear weapons test during their service to the nation. Starting in 2019, the Secretary of Defense honors these 550,000 veterans, or their next-of-kin, with an Atomic Veterans Service Certificate, Archie was one of those heroes.
On the 8th of April 2021, Robert was awarded the Atomic Veterans Service Certificate.
Robert served our country with honor, it's now our turn to honor him.
Tuesday, 8 June 2021
Staging: 12:30 PM
Boylan Funeral Home & Cremation Center Inc.
856 Evans City Rd, Renfrew, PA 16053
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rrq3pqBFjnhnqajQ9
Briefing / Flag Line: 12:45 PM
Family arriving at 1PM
Family viewing only 1-2PM
Visitation 2-4PM
RCIC: Ken Tenny
(724) 376-2573
Text Only (724) 854-9939
Alternate Staging/Briefing: 5:30 PM
Boylan Funeral Home & Cremation Center Inc.
856 Evans City Rd, Renfrew, PA 16053
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rrq3pqBFjnhnqajQ9
Staging: 9:30 AM
Boylan Funeral Home & Cremation Center Inc.
856 Evans City Rd, Renfrew, PA 16053
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rrq3pqBFjnhnqajQ9
Briefing / Flag Line: 9:45 AM
Family arriving at 10:00 AM
Service at 11:00 AM
Following the service KSU, escorting for interment: TBD
Evans City Cemetery
Franklin Rd, Evans City, PA 16033
https://goo.gl/maps/DtAgux6zcHcYPTVj6
Flag Line set upon arrival of the cemetery.
RCIC: Randy Ruff
randyaruff@gmail.com
(412) 613-2109
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.
Also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly, grab your masks and bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Robert "Archie" Leroy Purvis Sr.
U.S. Marine Corps
WWII Veteran
8 & 9 June 2021
Renfrew, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Robert "Archie" Leroy Purvis Sr. , U.S. Marine Corps veteran, to stand in silent honor for his service then escort to the cemetery for the interment.
Robert entered the U.S. Marine Corps January of 1944 in theatre during WWII, having served in battles, engagements, skirmishes, expeditions with action at Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands and was honorably discharged, with the rank of Corporal January of 1946.
Decorations include the Good Conduct Medal.
During World War II, thousands of service members were involved in the secret program to build an atomic bomb, the same project that DTRA traces its roots back to known as the Manhattan Project. Thousands more were part of the U.S. occupation of Japan immediately following the dropping of two atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki and Japan's unconditional surrender. After the war ended, through decades of the Cold War, many more troops were involved in atmospheric and underground testing of nuclear weapons and who were or could have been exposed to radiation during their occupation of Hiroshima and Nagasaki or while participating in a nuclear weapons test during their service to the nation. Starting in 2019, the Secretary of Defense honors these 550,000 veterans, or their next-of-kin, with an Atomic Veterans Service Certificate, Archie was one of those heroes.
On the 8th of April 2021, Robert was awarded the Atomic Veterans Service Certificate.
Robert served our country with honor, it's now our turn to honor him.
Tuesday, 8 June 2021
Staging: 12:30 PM
Boylan Funeral Home & Cremation Center Inc.
856 Evans City Rd, Renfrew, PA 16053
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rrq3pqBFjnhnqajQ9
Briefing / Flag Line: 12:45 PM
Family arriving at 1PM
Family viewing only 1-2PM
Visitation 2-4PM
RCIC: Ken Tenny
(724) 376-2573
Text Only (724) 854-9939
Alternate Staging/Briefing: 5:30 PM
Boylan Funeral Home & Cremation Center Inc.
856 Evans City Rd, Renfrew, PA 16053
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rrq3pqBFjnhnqajQ9
Staging: 9:30 AM
Boylan Funeral Home & Cremation Center Inc.
856 Evans City Rd, Renfrew, PA 16053
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rrq3pqBFjnhnqajQ9
Briefing / Flag Line: 9:45 AM
Family arriving at 10:00 AM
Service at 11:00 AM
Following the service KSU, escorting for interment: TBD
Evans City Cemetery
Franklin Rd, Evans City, PA 16033
https://goo.gl/maps/DtAgux6zcHcYPTVj6
Flag Line set upon arrival of the cemetery.
RCIC: Randy Ruff
randyaruff@gmail.com
(412) 613-2109
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.
Also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly, grab your masks and bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
James Joseph Fiazza Jr.
U.S. Navy
Vietnam Veteran
12 June 2021
Langeloth, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of James Joseph Fiazza Jr., U.S. Navy veteran, to stand in silent honor for his service.
James entered the U.S. Navy December of 1965 during Vietnam aboard the U.S..S. Repose until October of 1969 then transferred to the Naval Reserves until he was honorably discharged, with the rank of Hospital Corpsman Second Class December of 1971.
Decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/ One Bronze Star and the Vietnam Campaign Medal.
James served our country with honor, it’s now our turn to honor him.
Saturday, 12 June 2021
Staging: 12:45 PM
Langeloth Community Hall
1427-1429 Langeloth Rd, Langeloth, PA 15054
https://goo.gl/maps/zvL48Hzt9wvcMU8QA
Briefing: 1:00 PM
KSU: 1:15 PM
Veterans Memorial Site
Eldersville, PA
Flag Line set upon arrival.
Celebration of Life Memorial Service at 2PM.
Also, a pavilion is available for the service if there is inclement weather.
Pavilion
11 Fire Rd, Eldersville, PA
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.
Also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly, grab your masks and bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
RCIC: Tom McEnteer
mcenteers@aol.com
(724) 255-5507
William John Conover
U.S. Marine Corps
14 June 2021
Union City, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of William John Conover, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, to escort then stand in silent honor for his service.
William served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was honorably discharged, with the rank of Private First Class December of 1961.
William served our country with honor, it's now our turn to honor him.
Monday, 14 June 2021
Staging: 9:45 AM
Frog Pond Restaurant
35765 Circuit Dr, Union City, PA 16438
https://goo.gl/maps/FusmqwtAfYgsyEAi94
Briefing: 10:15 AM
KSU: 10:30 AM
Evergreen Cemetery
179-193 Concord St, Union City, PA 16438
https://goo.gl/maps/PWDXaB35rbgAx5Z5A
Flag Line set upon arrival.
Graveside Service for William and sadly too, his wife Lois who recently passed.
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.
Also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly, grab your masks and bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Orville "Pete" Roy Carnahan Jr.
U.S. Army
Vietnam Veteran
14 & 15 June 2021
Carnegie, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Orville "Pete" Roy Carnahan Jr. , U.S. Army veteran, to stand in silent honor for his service then escort to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the interment.
Orville entered the U.S. Army November of 1967, in theatre during Vietnam and was honorably discharged, with the rank of Private First Class December of 1970.
Decorations include the Bronze Star, Air Medal W/2 Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry Medal.
Orville served our country with honor, it's now our turn to honor him.
Monday, 14 June 2021
Staging/Briefing: 1:00 PM
Szafranski-EberleinFuneral Home
101 3rd St, Carnegie, PA 15106 https://maps.app.goo.gl/4jHUuUZN6Y2a7oNA9
Flag Line: 1:15 PM
Family arriving at 1:30 PM
Visitation 2-4PM
RCIC: Randy Ruff
randyaruff@gmail.com
(412) 613-2109
RCIC: Dave Filipek
03blkstar@gmail.com
(724) 931-5601
Tuesday, 15 June 2021
Staging/Briefing: 12:30 PM
Szafranski-Eberlein Funeral Home
101 3rd St, Carnegie, PA 15106 https://maps.app.goo.gl/4jHUuUZN6Y2a7oNA9
Flag Line: 12:45 PM
Family arriving at 1PM
Service at 1:15 PM
Following the service, KSU for interment: TBD
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township,PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/PJYsN
Interment at 2:30 PM
RCIC: Randy Toomey
randi2me@aol.com
(412) 377-0799
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.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted. Also, masks are no longer required for those fully vaccinated. If not fully vaccinated you are required to wear a mask while social distancing, during the service, interment and if indoors.
Before heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly and bring your 3 X 5 hand held American flags.
Orville "Pete" Roy Carnahan Jr.
U.S. Army
Vietnam Veteran
14 & 15 June 2021
Carnegie, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Orville "Pete" Roy Carnahan Jr. , U.S. Army veteran, to stand in silent honor for his service then escort to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the interment.
Orville entered the U.S. Army November of 1967, in theatre during Vietnam and was honorably discharged, with the rank of Private First Class December of 1970.
Decorations include the Bronze Star, Air Medal W/2 Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry Medal.
Orville served our country with honor, it's now our turn to honor him.
Monday, 14 June 2021
Staging/Briefing: 1:00 PM
Szafranski-EberleinFuneral Home
101 3rd St, Carnegie, PA 15106 https://maps.app.goo.gl/4jHUuUZN6Y2a7oNA9
Flag Line: 1:15 PM
Family arriving at 1:30 PM
Visitation 2-4PM
RCIC: Randy Ruff
randyaruff@gmail.com
(412) 613-2109
RCIC: Dave Filipek
03blkstar@gmail.com
(724) 931-5601
Tuesday, 15 June 2021
Staging/Briefing: 12:30 PM
Szafranski-Eberlein Funeral Home
101 3rd St, Carnegie, PA 15106 https://maps.app.goo.gl/4jHUuUZN6Y2a7oNA9
Flag Line: 12:45 PM
Family arriving at 1PM
Service at 1:15 PM
Following the service, KSU for interment: TBD
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township,PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/PJYsN
Interment at 2:30 PM
RCIC: Randy Toomey
randi2me@aol.com
(412) 377-0799
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.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted. Also, masks are no longer required for those fully vaccinated. If not fully vaccinated you are required to wear a mask while social distancing, during the service, interment and if indoors.
Before heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly and bring your 3 X 5 hand held American flags.
Update:
Donald's son Tom reached out also requesting an escort with American Legion Post #82 in Carnegie from the Funeral Home to NCOTA, NCOTA is now Alternate Staging.
Staging: 1:30 PM
Bradwell & Nirella Henney Funeral Home
524 Washington Ave, Carnegie, PA 15106
https://goo.gl/maps/CA7WfE7MUt8xWmLs9
Briefing: 1:45 PM
KSU, Escorting to NCOTA: 2:00 PM National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township,PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/PJYsN
Upon arrival of NCOTA, Flag Line set
Interment at 2:30 PM
RCIC: Randy Ruff
randyaruff@gmail.com
(412) 613-2109
Donald E. Yost
USMC
Korean Conflict Era Veteran
21 June 2021
Cecil Township, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Donald E. Yost, U.S. Marine Corps veteran , to stand in silent honor for his service at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
Donald proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps from June of 1954, during the Korean Conflict Era untill he was honorably discharged, with the rank of Corporal June of 1956.
Decorations include the National Defense Service Medal.
Donald served our country with honor, it's now our turn to stand in honor for him.
Monday, 21 June 2021
Staging: 2:00 PM
Memorial Walkway, POW Circle
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township,PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/PJYsN
Briefing: 2:15 PM
Flag Line: 2:30 PM
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.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted. Also, masks are no longer required for those fully vaccinated. If not fully vaccinated you are required to wear a mask while social distancing, during the service, interment and if indoors.
Before heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly and bring your 3 X 5 hand held American flags.
1st VHV National PTSD Awareness Day Veterans Wellness Festival & Memorial Ride
Featuring Operation Vet Now Veterans Village
26 June 2021
Cecil Township & Homestead, PA
Inline with National PTSD Awareness month, Vets Helping Vets of Homestead teamed with Operation Vet Now Veterans Village to kick off their 1st VHV National PTSD Awareness Day Veterans Wellness Festival & Memorial Ride & Memorials and has invited The Patriot Guard Riders, stand in silent honor for our Gold Star Families Heroes at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies upon arrival of all who are in the Memorial Ride.
A Memorial Ride will be a round trip from the Waterfront to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. The Memorial Ceremony will begin once all riders (which will include our Gold Star Families) dismount… all are invited to join us in our Flag Line.
Following the Memorial at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, all will depart and head back to the Waterfront featuring Vets Helping Vets, Operation Vet Now Veterans Village, full of support organizations,food,beverages and entertainment.
Please join us to honor and to support.
Saturday, 26 June 2021
Staging / Briefing: 11:15 AM
Memorial Walkway, POW Circle
Located in the cemetery
***Please stay at Memorial Walkway, POW Circle until after the Mission Briefing. Once the Briefing is over, we will all go as a group for the Memorial***
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township,PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/PJYsN
Flag Line: 11:30 AM
ETA of the Memorial Ride 11:45 AM
Memorial at 12PM.
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.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted. Also, masks are no longer required for those fully vaccinated. If not fully vaccinated you are required to wear a mask while social distancing, during the service, interment and if indoors.
Before heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly and bring your 3 X 5 hand held American flags.
Annual Jefferson Township Veterans Honor Roll Memorial / 31 May 2021 / Langeloth, PA