Sgt. Garcia was killed July 4th in Logar province in Afghanistan; he would have been 28 on August 1st. Michael was an EOD Team Leader on his third tour in the Middle East. He had received 2 Purple Hearts, as well as a Bronze Star and many commendation and achievement awards.
Sgt. Michael Jonathan Garcia was described as a hero who gave his life in support of making the world a better place for all, it was also said by his three sisters that he loved to have a good time and be the center of attention, always smiling and a joy to be around. He will truly be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
Boone Funeral home has aside an area for people to offer condolensces to the family. A deplaning ceremony at Shreveport Regiona Airport will take place Monday morning. The family asks that people line up along Airline Drive in Bossier City and wave American flags to give SSgt Garcia a hero's welcome. Boone Funeral Home has several flags to lend out if people need to borrow them.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 5-7pm and the funeral services will be on Wednesday at 10 am, at Cathedral of St. John Berchmans in Shreveport.
The following Patriot Guard Mission information is provided for those who would like to participate in honoring the life of SSgt Garcia.
PART-ONE STAGING INFO - 07/11/2011:
Staging Location:
Tac Air
6209 Interstate Dr.
Shreveport, La
Staging Time:
9:00A.M.
Special Instructions:
Eight bikes (no flags) will escort hearse and family from Boone Funeral Home in Bossier City to Shreveport Regional Airport, Monday morning, Jun 11, 2011 - call or email if you would like to be part of this detail. Calls preferred! First 8 will do this detail. Louis - glmc@netdot.com Home - 936-269-4197 Cell - 318-751-8356.
All others to stage at Tac Air Terminal - Shreveport Regional Airport from there on Sgt. Garcia'a arrival we will escort he and his family to Boone Funeral in Bossier City. Large flag bikes will be needed.
RCIC:
Louis McGinty - glmc@netdot.com
Flags will be provided.
Large bike flags will be needed.
Weather:
Hot - Please hydrate night before - will have water
PART-TWO STAGING INFO - 07/12/2011:
Staging Location:
Boone Funeral Home
2156 Airline Dr.
Bossier City, La.
Staging Time:
4:30P.M.
Special Instructions:
Will Stage behind Boone Funeral Home. Riders meeting at 4:45 pm. Establish flag line for visitation from 5 till 8 pm. This will be subject to change or shortened due to extreme heat. Water will be available
RCIC:
Louis McGinty - glmc@netdot.com
Flags will be provided.
Large bike flags will NOT be needed.
Weather:
Hot - Please Hydrate night before - Water will be provided
PART-THREE STAGING INFO - 07/13/2011:
Staging Location:
St. John Berchman Cathedral
939 Jordan St.
Shreveport, La
Staging Time:
8:15A.M.
Special Instructions:
Will need 8 large flag bikes that would have to be at Boone Funeral Home in Bossier City, no later than 9:00 am to escort SSgt. "The essential to budget travel is to approach in front. When it occurs to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved trips and/or going to see new locations we have never been before, the reality of cost and budgeting is generally in the back of our minds. Planning and consuming our travel budget wisely is a concern for most families. Lowering consuming and prices, while still savoring your vacation to its fullest, is the key to confirmed accomplishment and fiscal liability. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The reasoning behind economizing money while travelling is simple: Even if your personal funds is highly tight, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or departing the homestead! Also keeping in mind that while traveling, regardless of whether on a funds or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a huge vacation or travel bill!..". Garcia and family to the church. Contact by email or phone if you care to be part of this detail. Calls preferred. Louis - glmc@netdot.com Home - 936-369-4197 Cell - 318-751-8356.
All others will stage in parking lot across from St. Johns. Will have a rider's briefing at 8:45 am and will have flag line in place on SSgt Garcia and family's arrival at church. Will maintain flag line until service begins at 10:00 am, and will re-establish flag line later for military honors outside in front of church. At conclusion of services we will escort SSgt. Garcia back to Boone Funeral Home in Bossier City.
RCIC:
Louis McGinty - glmc@netdot.com
Flags will be provided.
Large bike flags will be needed.
Weather:
Hot - Please hydrate night before - Water will be available
It is strongly encouraged that everyone go to the mission thread by clicking here and post a brief message of condolence/sympathy to the family on the loss of their loved one. It is traditional that a copy of all the condolences be printed, bound, and given to the family as a rememberance to honor their loss. It's been mentioned more than once that those kind words brought great comfort to a Spouse, Mother, Father, and family. Thank You.
ALL GROUPS, CLUBS, INDEPENDENTS, ETC. ARE WELCOME!
The only prerequisite is RESPECT. You do not have to ride a motorcycle to join in. The flag line is open to all who wish to participate.
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My sincere condolensces to the family of SSgt Garcia and thanks to him for service to his country and making the ultimate sacrifice.
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Contact Mary Baker, a.k.a. Pinky at http://pinkysmotorcyclepassion.com, maric12@gmail.com
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