L. Douglas “Doug” Yates
US MARINE CORPS
VIETNAM VETERAN
MRC – MARIO SANDONE
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Mission Summary |
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| Classification | Military Veteran | |
| Military Branch | United States Marine Corps | |
| Military Service | Lawrence “Doug” Yates entered the US Marine Corps in April of 1966 and was honorably discharged after serving 4 years, 2 months and 11days. During his time in the Corps he was trained as a Hilo-Power Plant Tester and achieved the rank of Sergeant (E5). After basic training, he was assigned to the “Flying Tigers” of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron HMH-361 as a crew chief/door gunner in the Vietnam War. Due to his actions under intense enemy fire, many wounded soldiers were able to be evacuated from combat and moved to areas to receive lifesaving care. His exploits are recorded for posterity at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. He received the following Medals and Ribbons: – Air Medal – Presidential Unit Citation – Good Conduct Medal – National Defense Service Medal – Vietnam Service Medal – Vietnam Campaign Medal – Rifle Sharpshooter Badge – Letter of Commendation. |
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| Campaigns | Vietnam War (1962 – 1975) | |
| Mission Segments | Funeral Service and Internment Service | |
| Obituary | Link to Obituary | |
| Photo Permission | Unknown | |
| MRC | Mario Sandone jmsandone@yahoo.com (214) 232-2722 |
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Part 1 |
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| Segment | Funeral Service | |
| Mission Date | Tuesday, 03/19/2024 | |
| Staging Time | 1000 | |
| Briefing Time | 1015 | |
| In Position/KSU Time | 1030 | |
| Starting Time | 1100 | |
| Staging Point | New Hope Funeral Home 500 East Highway 80 Sunnyvale, TX 75182 |
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| Map Link | Map to Staging, Part 1 | |
| GPS | 32.78165, -96.54853 | |
| Details | We will assemble in the parking lot at the support vehicle for a briefing. At the appropriate time we will man the flag line to honor our Marine hero and greet the family and friends as they arrive.
After the service begins, we will strike the flag line, stow the flags in the support vehicle, be debriefed and dismissed. It was noted in the request that the family will need pallbearers. No Procession! |
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| Support | Blaine Danyluk | |
Part 2 |
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| Segment | Interment Service | |
| Date | Tuesday, 03/19/2024 | |
| Staging Time | 1245 | |
| Briefing Time | 1300 | |
| In Position/KSU Time | 1315 | |
| Starting Time | 1330 | |
| Staging Point | Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211 |
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| Map Link | Map to Staging, Part 2 | |
| Details | We will assemble at the Visitor Information Center for a briefing and selection of big flag bikes. After the briefing, the big flag bikes will move to the lanes and the remaining riders may proceed to the shelter, set the flag line and man the line to honor our Hero and greet the family and friends as the procession arrives. After the Service, at the direction of the MRC, we will strike the flag line, stow the flags in the locker, be debriefed and dismissed. | |
| Support | Flags only; please bring your own water. | |
*** SAFETY NOTICE ***
Before volunteering and/or attending any North Texas Patriot Guard Riders missions 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.
Anyone attending any North Texas Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that they do so at their own risk.
High Temperatures
It’s every RIDER’S PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY to hydrate prior to attending a mission.
Begin drinking water the night before. Drink water when you wake up and continue drinking water all day to ensure your body stays hydrated. It should be noted that excessive use of alcohol, coffee, tea, or sodas act as diuretics and tend to dehydrate rather than hydrate. The use of Powerade or Gatorade or any of the small packets of powder designed to help replace the electrolytes lost from perspiration is important. The use of cooling towels is important also as they tend to help keep your body temperature down.
If at any time you feel the need, let someone know that you are stepping away from the Flag Line, and find a cool spot to get out of the heat. Don’t wait until your body collapses. It is much easier to take a seat and get a cold towel rather than to call EMS for heat stroke. The family will understand. If this does occur, please have your emergency card on you so that we can notify a family member. Hope-fully the break will be all you need. Secondly, if you are riding a bike, please be sure to hydrate again before making the ride home. Take another 10-15 minutes to cool down then start the ride. Ideally, stop at an air-conditioned restaurant for something to eat.
Funeral Processions/Escorts
EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for their own safety at all times while riding in a funeral procession.
At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block any intersection or otherwise block or impede traffic laws in any way. Only Law Enforcement officials 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.