Michael J. Carnell
*PROCESSION (ONLY) IS A STAND DOWN*
[NO EMAIL NOTIFICATION]
US MARINE CORPS
MRC – BILL KUSHNIR
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| Classification | Military Veteran | |
| Military Branch | United States Marine Corps | |
| Military Service | Mr. Carnell received his basic training in the United States Marine Corps in 1998. His initial 7 ½ years of service was as a Rifleman and Anti-Tank Assaultman, before continuing his career as an Administrative and Personnel Clerk in the Marine Corps Reserve. He achieved the rank of Sergeant prior to his Honorable Discharge on 11 February 2006. His awards include: – Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (4th Award) – Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal – Global War on Terrorism Service Medal – Sea Service Deployment Ribbon – Iraqi Campaign Medal – Armed Forces Reserve Medal w/”M” Device – National Defense Service Medal – Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal – Navy Unit Commendation Medal – Letter of Commendation – Letter of Appreciation (2nd award) – Certificate of Appreciation – Certificate of Commendation (2nd Award) – Expert Rifle Badge (3rd Award) – Sharpshooter Pistol Badge (2nd Award) – Gray Belt in MCMAP. |
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| Campaigns | Global War On Terrorism – October 2001-Present | |
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| Obituary | Sergeant Michael J. Carnell, USMC, passed away peacefully in his Texas home on February 2nd, 2024, after a three year battle with Stage IV Cancer. A veteran of OIF/OEF, Sgt. Carnell faithfully served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1998 until 2006.
Michael was a proud Massachusetts native who joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served in various military occupational specialties, including personnel administration and as an Anti-Tank Assaultman. Upon completion of Recruit Training at Parris Island, SC, Michael was a member of the Marine Corps Reserves until 1999, when he entered Active Duty service. In 2005, he deployed to Iraq in support of the Gulf War. Michael continued his service to his country and fellow servicemen and women, through his active participation and assistance to multiple veteran service organizations, to include Spirit of a Hero, One Tribe Foundation, Adaptive Training Foundation, Carry The Load, and many others. Michael was a true and passionate Patriot and Marine as well as a loving husband and father. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Gabriella and their three young children. |
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| Photo Permission | Yes | |
| MRC | Bill Kushnir bpkush@gte.net (214) 995-1536 |
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| Ride Captain 2 | Jim Anderson jimmyt5762@yahoo.com (817) 269-1254 |
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PART 1 (Only) is a Stand Down |
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PART 2 |
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| Segment | Inurnment Service | |
| Date | Friday, 03/08/2024 | |
| Staging Time | 1015 | |
| Briefing Time | 1030 | |
| In Position/KSU Time | 1045 | |
| Starting Time | 1100 | |
| Staging Point | Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery | |
| Staging Address | 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211 |
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| Map Link | Map to Staging, Part 2 | |
| Details | Riders not participating in the procession will stage at the DFW National Cemetery Visitor’s Center to be briefed to then proceed to the designated shelter to set flags and await the arrival of the procession. Riders will stand tall and silent during the committal service, after which flags will be returned to the storage locker and riders will be debriefed and dismissed. | |
| Support | Flags only; please bring your own water. | |
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*** 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.