[PGR_PA_r12] John Michael Vargo USN / 2 April 2022 / Altoona, PA

[PAPGR Vet Rep West]

 *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 at gmail.com
(814) 515-9619
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