The family of SPC Michael Anthony Dahl Jr. has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor the memory of this American Hero. It will be our privilege to do so.
SPC Dahl served his country from January 2006 - October 2009. He enlisted in the Army Reserves in 2006 and was soon sent to Iraq. After returning from combat he signed up for active duty and was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, 5th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, in Fort Lewis, Washington. He was deployed to Afghanistan in July of 2009. Unfortunately, this brave Hero was killed on 17 OCT 2009, at age 23 when the enemy attacked his vehicle with an IED. At the time of his passing he had attained the rank of Specialist (E4).
His decorations include the Army Commendation Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart.
Prior to his military service SPC Dahl was employed by Stater Brothers Market in Beaumont for 5 years. His proud parents are Michael Dahl and Patricia Dahl. He has 3 younger brothers, Angel, Steven and Buddy Dahl.
This will be a Memorial Service on the 5th anniversary of his passing to commemorate the life and the sacrifice of this brave young man. The PGR has been asked to provide a Flag Line at the Memorial and "Rolling Thunder" afterward.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Saturday, 18 OCT 2014:1015 - Stage at New Creations Church, 1170 W. Ramsey St., Banning, CA 92220
https://goo.gl/maps/2sJxV 1030 - Mission Briefing
1045 - Move into church for Flag Line
End of Service - Balloons Released and PGR will provide Rolling Thunder
R/C Dave 'Scooter' HobinSr Ride Captain
dave@hobinhome.com
949-791-6013 cell
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the initial staging area and you will be briefed there by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely.
SPC Michael Anthony Dahl Jr.
Please post your condolences for the family at:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?395946
