[PGR_PA_r12] Memorial Day Ceremony /25 May 2020 / Gibsonia, PA

[PAPGR Vet Rep West]

*Update: Memorial Day Ceremony is on Memorial Day Monday, 25 May 2020*



*Sincerely,*

*T*
*ail GunnerMarcella Delayne Sorensen*
*Member of the Board Of Directors*

*Veteran Liaison / HOTH (Help On The Home Front) Director West *
*Pennsylvania Patriot Guard Riders*


*pgrpa.vetrep.west at gmail.com
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*(402) 290-9589 <%28402%29%20290-9589>*



On Tue, May 19, 2020 at 11:25 PM PAPGR Vet Rep West <
pgrpa.vetrep.west at gmail.com> wrote:

> *Memorial Day Ceremony*
> *25 May 2020*
> *Gibsonia, PA*
>
> The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to stand in silent honor for a
> Memorial Day Ceremony on Memorial Day at Richland Township Community
> Park. 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.
>
>
>
> *Memorial Day Program *
>
> * Final Roll Call*
>
> *James S. "Jim" Bacho Sr. **(Korean War)*
> Jim served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Following time served,
> Jim later became a member of the Knights of Columbus and member of 66
> years with American Legion Post #548 Bakerstown through which he helped
> many veterans and organized Veteran's Day celebrations for many years. Jim,
> along with his entire family was involved with the Legion Lancers Drum and
> Baton Corps, serving in many capacities including president, bus
> driver/repairman as well as bingo volunteer.
>
> *William M. Bogan (WWII)*
> William served in the U.S. Navy and was stationed on the U.S.S. Wisconsin,
> a battleship during WWII . Following time served, William became a fourth
> degree member of the Knights of Columbus # 866 in Butler, the V.F.W. Post
> #249, member of 62 years with American Legion Post #548 of Bakerstown, the
> Moose Lodge #64 of Butler, the Saxonburg V.F.D. and the Penn Glade Lions.
>
> *William P. Garrison (WWII)*
> William served in the Philippines & South Korea during WII in the Merchant
> Marines. William was on the water when they announced the end of the war.
> After the war ended he processed the soldiers to come back to the United
> States. William was a lifetime Boy Scout and Eagle Scout and a lifelong
> Gibsonia resident.
>
> *Robert "Bob" R. Heininger (Korea)*
> Robert served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Air Force.
> Following time served, Bob became a member of American Legion Post #548.
>
> *Howard Rymer McFarland Jr. (WWII)*
> Howard served in the U.S. Army during WWII.
>
>
> *Richard O. McLaughlin (WII) *
> Rich served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Richard's greatest
> passion was sharing his love of the stars and planets with his family and
> was a longtime member of the Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh.
>
> *William Thomas (Vietnam)*
> William served in the U.S. Air Force during Vietnam.
>
> *Anthony Villani (Korea)*
> Anthony served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War
> *.*
>
> *Gregg Waters (Korea)*
> Gregg served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War.
>
> *Unknown Tomb (All Wars)*
>
>
> *Additional time served for all listed has been requested and will be
> added to the post once received.*
>
>
> *Friday, 25 May 2020*
>
>
> *Staging: *9:15 AM
>
> *Richland Township Community Park*
> *Service will be at the northeast corner of Van Velsor or and Cricthlow
> Drive*
> Gibsonia, PA 15044
> https://maps.app.goo.gl/ppH6LEjTBsFHxFbUA
>
> *Briefing:* 9:30 AM
>
> *Flag Line:* 9:45 AM
>
> Memorial Ceremony at 10:00 AM
>
> All are welcome including children.
>
> 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,social distancing in enforced.
>
> *Ride Captain: Randy Toomey*
> randi2me at ail.com
> (412) 377-0799
>
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