(From Patriot Guard Riders)
On Friday, 17 February, 2012, we will escort LCpl. De Oca from Dover,DE to North Arlington, NJ.

First staging area: N. DoverHome Depot, Rt. 13 & Leipsic Road @ 0930, KSU 0945
Fora short trip to Dover AFB main gate parking lot.

Riders from southern DE can meet at AFB.
Briefing at 1030. Gas up, the trip to NJ will have no fuel stops.

Second staging area: John Fenwick Service Area,milepost 5.4 on the NJ Turnpike @ 1130

Briefing at 1145. KSU 1155

Please gas up upon arrival.

Third staging area: Woodrow Wilson Service Area, milepost 58.7 on the NJ Turnpike @ 1230

This is a quick stop for fuel and pit stop only.

If you decide to get something to eat, you may be left behind.

KSU 1245

Final destination: Parow Funeral Home

185 Ridge Road

North Arlington, NJ 07031

Arrival time= 1400

Please note that all times are approximate due to the distance. The State Police have been known to move the procession along at a pretty good clip, so don’t think that traffic will delay the escort. Be ready to leave shortly after the procession arrives.

Be aware that there are toll roads involved on thisescort. EZ-Pass is recommended if you do not want to be left behind.

On Sunday, 19 February, 2012, there will be a viewing at the funeral homefrom 1400 to 1800.

We will be providing a flag line for the entire time of viewing.

Staging area will be posted prior to Sunday. It would be nice if we can all arrive together.

If you cannot make the staging area, please arrive quietly and join the flag line.

On Monday, 20 February, 2012, we will escort LCpl. De Oca to the Queen of Peace Church and then to the cemetery, both of which are located within two blocks of the funeral home.

We will once again use the staging area (to be posted). Please plan on arriving by 0900.

Remember: it is winter, you know your limits – dress appropriately and bring any snacks you may need.

As always, regardless of what organization you belong to, we ride and stand as one for the mission.