Patriot's Name:	SP4 Donald Joseph Blodgett
Classification:	Veteran
Additional Military Info:	SP4 Blodgett enlisted in the U.S. Army in September, 1955, and was honorably discharged September, 1958. Awards included: The Good Conduct Medal and Sharpshooter Medal.
Link To Obituary:	http://www.greenfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2186877&fh_id=13148
Obituary Highlights:	Donald Joseph Blodgett, 77, of Ferris, Texas, went to be with his Lord, Friday, August 2, 2013. Donald was born in Moreau, New York on September 12, 1935, the son of the late Jennie Marion Barss and Joseph August Blodgett.
Mission Ride Captain:	Char D Arnt, charscaddy@yahoo.com, (214) 399-6636
Mission Summary:	The NTXPGR will stand the flag line for the funeral service.
Photo Permission	We Have Permission To Photograph And Publish Photos On Our WEB Site.
PART 1:	Flag line for funeral service: Saturday, August 10, 2013, 1:00 PM; The New Beginnings Bible Church, Ferris, TX.
Mission Date:	Aug 10, 2013 - Saturday
Staging Time:	12:00
Briefing Time:	12:15
In Position Time Or KSU:	12:30
Details Of Part 1:	The NTXPGR will stand the flag line at The New Beginnings Bible Church, 1970 FM 983, Ferris, TX, for the funeral service at 13:00, to honor SP4 Donald Joseph Blodgett, his family and friends. After the service starts, we will furl the flags, debrief, and Riders will be dismissed.
Name Of Staging Point:	The New Beginnings Bible Church
Staging Address For Part 1:	1970 FM 983 Ferris, Texas 75125
Map To Staging Area For Part 1:	http://goo.gl/maps/7bqC6
Water Support Vehicle For Part 1:	- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL Be There.
Support Person:	Mary Smith, marysfd@yahoo.com,(817) 899-1449
Weather Forecast: (See WEB Calendar For The Latest Forecasts)	Check The Online Itinerary For Current Weather, Radar, And Mission Updates Before Heading Out. http://www.txpgr.org
Comments:	- DRESS CODE: Please Dress In A Manner Appropriate For Attending A Funeral Service. - Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and appreciated. - Safety First: Please remember to properly hydrate (including the night before) before any outdoor activity and to dress appropriately. Do not hesitate to take a break at any time if you feel you need to get in the shade or get indoors and always ask for help at any time. Also please do not forget your sun screen. - Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and respect for this patriot and their family. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!
	Even though the temperatures may be dropping a little by this time, please remember to HYDRATE, starting the night before.
Respectfully Submitted By:	Char D Arnt
	Ride Captain
Submitted By:	charscaddy@yahoo.com
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