Tai Choo
US Army
MRC – Mario Sandone
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Mission Summary |
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| Classification | Military Veteran | |
| Military Branch | United States Army | |
| Military Service | Tai King “Roger” Choo entered the US Army in 1977 and was released from active duty in 1982 spending a total time of 5ys of which 2yrs – 11mo – 1da was spent in foreign service. He attained the rank of SSGT (E6) and earned the following medals and ribbons: Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation medal (1st Oakleaf Medal), Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award) Drill Sergeant Badge, Wheel Driver Badge, Army Service Ribbon, Expert (M16). | |
| Mission Segments | Funeral Service | |
| Obituary | Link to Obituary | |
| Photo Permission | Unknown | |
| MRC | Mario Sandone
(214) 232-2722 |
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Part 1 |
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| Segment | Funeral Service | |
| Mission Date | Tuesday 2024-04-23 | |
| Staging Time | 1315 | |
| Briefing Time | 1330 | |
| In Position/KSU Time | 1345 | |
| Starting Time | 1400 | |
| 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 assemble at the Visitor Information Center for a briefing and selection of big flag bike which will proceed to the proper lane after the briefing. All others may proceed to the shelter to set the flag line and await the procession of our Hero, family and friends. The COA will be presented at the service. At the conclusion of the service we will strike the flag line, stow the flags, 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.