PGR_NTX Patriot Guard PGR_MTX Patriot Guard - Final Itinerary - Matthew R. Courtois, September 25, 2009

Wed Sep 23 10:10:11 CDT 2009

FINAL ITINERARY

Senior Airman Matthew R. Courtois

United States Air Force; Operation Iraqi Freedom

Mission Date; September 25, 2009

Ride Captain:  

John “Top” Kammerer, 972-877-3640   john.kammerer at tx.rr.com

Collin County soldier killed in Kuwait

Sr. Airman Matthew R. Courtois, 22, of Lucas died Sunday "as a result of a non-hostile incident on Abdullah Al Mubarak Airbase" in Kuwait. Courtois served under the 366th Security Forces Squadron of the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, according to a released statement.

Master Sgt. Drew Leonhard of the Mountain Home Air Force Base said the incident that led to Courtois' death is currently under investigation by an investigation board and he could not release any details surrounding the incident.

"Airman Courtois was a valued member of our Gunfighter team," Browne said in a released statement. "Matthew's passing is a huge loss for Mountain Home Air Force Base and the Air Force. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the Courtois'."

Courtois was on his second deployment to the region after arriving at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in July of 2007. Courtois, a native of Lucas, attended basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas in December of 2006 after graduating from high school. He headed to the technical school at the Lackland base for the "Security Forces Apprentice Course" and reported to the Mo
untain Home Base in Idaho in June of 2007. He served as a security forces patrolman as part of the Security Forces Alpha Flight, 366th Security Forces Squadron, according to military records released by the Mountain Home base.

Courtois was deployed to the Bucca Air Force Base in Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom on June 10, 2007 where he served a full tour of duty until Feb. 10, 2008. He returned to the region as a response force leader and redeployed to Kuwait on July 25 in continuing support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, according to military records.
Sr. Airman Matthew R. Courtois, 22, of Lucas died Sunday "as a result of a non-hostile incident on Abdullah Al Mubarak Airbase" in Kuwait. Courtois served under the 366th Security Forces Squadron of the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, according to a released statement.

Master Sgt. Drew Leonhard of the Mountain Home Air Force Base said the incident that led to Courtois' death is currently under investigation by an investigation board and he could not release any details surrounding the incident.

"Airman Courtois was a valued member of our Gunfighter team," Browne said in a released statement. "Matthew's passing is a huge loss for Mountain Home Air Force Base and the Air Force. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the Courtois'."

Courtois was on his second deployment to the region after arriving at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in July of 2007. Courtois, a native of Lucas, attended basic training at Lackland Air Forc
e Base in Texas in December of 2006 after graduating from high school. He headed to the technical school at the Lackland base for the "Security Forces Apprentice Course" and reported to the Mountain Home Base in Idaho in June of 2007. He served as a security forces patrolman as part of the Security Forces Alpha Flight, 366th Security Forces Squadron, according to military records released by the Mountain Home base.

Courtois was deployed to the Bucca Air Force Base in Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom on June 10, 2007 where he served a full tour of duty until Feb. 10, 2008. He returned to the region as a response force leader and redeployed to Kuwait on July 25 in continuing support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, according to military records.

Memorial Service - Friday, September 25, 2009, 10 AM:  Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 

Staging at 9 AM; Briefing – 9:15 AM; Flag line in place by 9:30 AM.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

1404 East Main Street

Allen, Texas  75002

(972) 396-5228

Map http://tinyurl.com/lvhj7x

We will set our flag line and stand tall and silent to receive family and guests as they arrive for the service.  The service will consist of a memorial service only.  There is no procession or graveside service for this mission.  Once the service begins we will break down the flag line and the riders will be free to go.  There will be a supper followi
ng the memorial service and all riders have been invited to attend.

Weather:  Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs around 80. North winds around 5 mph.

While we recognize that there are other missions also planned on Saturday.  Riders not attending those or not in the geographical area of those missions please consider attending this one.  We know that the family of Mr. Courtois would be most grateful.

The flag/water truck has been requested

Safety First:  With warmer weather, please remember to properly hydrate (including the night before) before any outdoor activity and to dress appropriately.  Do not hesitate to take a break at any time if you feel you need to get in the shade or get indoors and always ask for help at any time.  Also please do not forget your sun screen. 

Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and appreciated. 

Please remember that our mission is to stand tall, silent, and with honor and respect for this veteran and his family.

Respectfully Submitted,

John “Top” Kammerer

Ride Captain

Patriot Guard Riders of Texas

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