Stephen M. Gunta
US Marine Corps
World War II Combat Veteran
MRC – Chuck McCoy
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| Classification | Military Veteran | |
| Military Branch | United States Marine Corps | |
| Military Service | World War II Combat Veteran Enlisted April 29th, 1942 Honorably discharged April 29th, 1946 Platoon Sergeant November 1st, 1943: Offensive and defensive operations in Bougainville Island. December 16th, 1943: Participated in consolidation of Northern Solomons. July 21st, 1944 through November 5th, 1944: Participated in the capture of Guam and Marianas islands. Pistol Sharpshooter Qualification: Mortar Crewman Honorable Service Lapel Pin Marine Corps Discharge Button Good Conduct Medal Good Conduct Medal Bar (April 30th, 1944) |
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| Campaigns | World War II (1941 – 1945) | |
| Mission Segments | Inurnment Service | |
| Obituary Text | There is no obituary, but the daughter informed the MRC he was one of 13 children that all served in the military. He was incredibly proud of his military service.
After the service he installed flooring for a while then became a cabinet and counter-top builder and installer for both residential and commercial property. He loved hunting. All his friends enjoyed his storytelling although she says she had heard them all many times and they were not always the same. He was a patriot until the end. His walker was decorated military items. He had always told her he wanted to live to be 100. He passed away at 100 years and 4 days. |
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| Photo Permission | Yes | |
| MRC | Chuck McCoy magpedler@yahoo.com (940) 230-6236 |
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| Segment | Inurnment Service | |
| Mission Date | Thursday 2024-03-28 | |
| Staging Time | 1230 | |
| Briefing Time | 1245 | |
| In Position/KSU Time | 1300 | |
| Starting Time | 1315 | |
| Staging Point | Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211 |
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| Map Link | Map to Staging | |
| Details | We will stage at the Information Center at DFW National Cemetery. After the briefing, Honor Bikes will be selected. Remaining riders will proceed to the designated shelter to set the flags and await the arrival of the procession. Riders will stand tall and silent during the committal service. After the service, flags will be returned to the storage locker/vehicle and riders will be debriefed and dismissed. | |
| Support | Flags only; please bring your own water. | |
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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.