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Final Itinerary: Doug Smith (73) Patriot Guard Riders Saturday February 15, 2025 Palestine
February 15 @ 11:15 am - 3:00 pm
This is the final itinerary for the
Patriot Guard Riders
Mission to Honor
Doug Smith (73)
Patriot Guard Riders East Texas
February 15, 2025
Saturday
Born: October 29, 1951
Died: February 6, 2025
The family has requested that the PGR be present.
The Mission is a ‘go’ and all contacts have been made.
Short Bio: Doug was one of the first people in Texas to stand for our KIA’S here in East Texas as well as other areas. He recruited many of us in the early days when the Patriot Guard first formed to stand between protesters and the family of our fallen heroes.
He recruited us as we found out about the missions via word of mouth. During the early days missions we were contacted by phone as at that time we had no FB or other mass messaging available.
He did all the missions while working at the department of corrections as a parole officer.
Full Obituary Doug Smith service Palestine:
Services: 1:00 pm Saturday February 15, 2025
Historic Texas Theater
223 West Crawford St.
Palestine, TX. 75801
Staging: From: 11:15 am To: 11:45 am with riders meeting at:11:45 am
Historic Texas Theater
Palestine, TX. 75801
(SEMPER GUMBY)
Map link staging area: https://maps.app.goo.gl/M9qPbKNhf7k8wrqSA?g_st=ac
Ride Captain: Cliff Jordan
Phone: 713-397-9624
Email Address: cwjordan85@yahoo.com
Flag Captain: Jeff Smith
Phone: 936-652-2355
Email Address: Jeff.b.smith@hotmail.com
Weather Report: high will be close to _68__, (Notations: there’s a 50% chance of rain.)
Please hydrate often, including the night before. Carry rain gear if needed.
ALL GROUPS, CLUBS and INDEPENDENTS ARE WELCOME.
The only prerequisite is RESPECT. Also remember, you do not have to ride a motorcycle to join in. The Flag Line is open to all who wish to participate.
Stand tall and silent as you honor this fallen veteran and family. Please ride or drive safe and defensively to this mission.
Thanks again for your participation with ET PGR.
** Safety Notice **
Before volunteering and / or attending any Patriot Guard Riders mission we encourage you to review all safety information below.
Included are some potential safety concerns to be aware of; however, this does not include the full scope of all potential hazards during any mission.
Anyone attending an East Texas Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that they do so at their own risk. SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AT AND DURING ANY MISSION.
Funeral Processions / Escorts / Flag Line
EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY at all times while riding in a funeral procession or standing in a Flag Line.
At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block an intersection or otherwise impede traffic laws in any way. Only Law Enforcement Officials (LEO’S) are authorized to block and / or impeded the lawful flow of traffic.
If you choose to fly a flag on your bike you are SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring it is secured and not a danger to any other rider or traffic. Your bike overall condition: including tires, brakes and lighting should be in good operating condition. It is very important for the safety of all who participate. If you see a safety issue, notify the Ride Captain at the first opportunity.
High Temperatures
It’s every RIDER’S PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY to hydrate prior to attending a mission.
Begin drinking water the night be-ore. Drink water when you wake up and continue drinking water all day to ensure your body stays hydrated. During this time of the season, it is very important you know your limitations. Let the Ride Captain or Flag Captain know if you need a break.
It is strongly encouraged that everyone should go to the Patriot Guard’s national web site www.patriotguard.org mission thread and post a brief message of condolence/sympathy to the family on the loss of their loved one. It’s been mentioned more than once that those kind words brought great comfort to a Spouse, Mother, Father, and family.
Thank You.
You can visit the East Texas Patriot Guard Riders official website at: www.etpgr.com
Join the ETPGR Facebook group go to:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/116603381747755/
Ride Captain: Cliff Jordan
Crockett, Texas USA
PHONE: 713-397-9624
Email: cwjordan85@yahoo.com