North Texas Patriot Guard Riders
F I N A L    I T I N E R A R Y

Patriot's Name:

       
PFC Christian Jacob Chandler

Classification:

Killed In Action

Additional Military Info:

Afghanistan Veteran, Operation Enduring Freedom

His awards and decorations include the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, the NATO Medal, and the Combat Infantryman Badge

Link To Obituary:

http://obit.mullicanlittle.com/obitdisplay.html?id=1379635&listing=Current

Obituary Highlights:

PFC Christian Jacob Chandler was born January 20, 1994 in Texarkana, Texas to Rhonda Chandler Beazley and departed this life on April 28, 2014 while serving his country in Baraki Barak District, Logar Province, Afghanistan. Jake graduated from Whitewright High School in 2012, where he was a Varsity All District offensive and defensive lineman. Following graduation Jake chose his career and enlisted in the United States Army. In October 2012, Jake began his training at Ft. Binning, GA. Following boot camp, he was stationed at Ft. Drum, NY where he was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, Jake deployed with his unit on November 5, 2013 to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

Mission Ride Captain:

Carl "Gunney" Feltner, Cfeltner@cableone.net, (903) 819-6227

Ride Captain #2:

Kelly Darst, kellydarst1976@gmail.com, (903) 227-5782

Ride Captain #3:

Gary "Doc Trot" Trotter, gljlt@hotmail.com, (940) 205-3484

Ride Captain #4:

Phil Robinson, phil@rigsandequipment.com, (940) 727-8969

Mission Summary:

The family has asked the PGR to escort them and PFC Chandler to Bells, TX.

Rain or shine, this mission will be a go.

Photo Permission

We Have Permission To Photograph And Publish Photos On Our WEB Site.

PART 1:

Procession from airport to Bells, TX.

Mission Date:

May 08, 2014 - Thursday

Staging Time:

10:00

Briefing Time:

10:30

In Position Time Or KSU:

11:20

Service Start Time:

12:00

Details Of Part 1:

PGR will stand a flag line and render honors to PFC Chandler upon his arrival at the airport and then be dismissed to make ready for the procession. After arrival at Bells, we will again render honors when PFC Chandler is transferred from the coach to the funeral home. Flags will be furled and riders dismissed.

Name Of Staging Point:

North Texas Regional Airport

Staging Address For Part 1:

4700 Airport Drive
Denison, Texas 75020

Map To Staging Area For Part 1:

http://goo.gl/maps/8pSqd
33.71282, -96.66676

Water Support Vehicle For Part 1:

- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL Be There.

Support Person For Part 1:

Mary Smith, marysfd@yahoo.com, (817) 899-1449

Weather Forecast:
(See WEB Calendar For The Latest Forecasts)

Check The Online Itinerary For Current Weather, Forecasts, 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!

- Cemeteries are hallowed ground. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Show our respect to ALL who are there, not just the one we are honoring.

Respectfully Submitted By:

Carl "Gunney" Feltner

Ride Captain

Submitted By:

cfeltner@cableone.net

Listing On National PGR WEB Site:

View This Mission On The National PGR WEB Site.
Condolences May Be Offered There.

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This weather information below is for the staging point of the mission.  More information is available if you click on the forecast section.  It is current as of the time you click the mission link on the calendar.

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Denison, Texas, Current Weather Conditions and Forecast
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