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John Gretzinger

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We have been invited by the family of Frank Godwin to be with them as they say their final farewells and Frank is laid to rest.  We are honored to be able to join with them in honoring their hero and loved one.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Frank joined the Navy in 1951 and served for almost four years, attaining the rank of Petty Officer 2nd Class as a Damage Controlman.

Frank is survived by his daughter, Karen Barnes.

Please join us as we accompany the family to Greenlawn Cemetery in Bakersfield.

NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero.  For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, please see the time table if you would like to participate.

NOTE: Weather is predicted to be hot.  Please remember to hydrate and eat.  This will help you tolerate the warm temperatures.

Time Table for Friday, 9 August, 2024:

0730 - Staging at Walgreens Pharmacy 1101 W Tehachapi Blvd, Tehachapi, CA 93561, https://maps.app.goo.gl/7xKbF6WYG1BtJRwV9

0740 - Mission Briefing

0745 - KSU to Greenlawn Memorial Park,  3700 River Blvd, Bakersfield, CA 93305, https://maps.app.goo.gl/L9HsNJaejpU48Ez97

0845 - Estimated arrival at Greenlawn.

0900 - Prepare for Flag Line for our hero.

Jim "Pops" Davis 
US Army 1964-1970. Vietnam 66-70 Army Ranger.
MOS 63B20,63C20
Tehachapi Area Ride Captain
Jdavisabajo514@ yahoo.com
661-221-3120

NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero.  For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, please see the time table if you would like to participate.
John D. "Major" Gretzinger
MAJ, AVN, USA (Ret.)
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