Navajo Hopi Honor Riders

Funeral escort for USMC PVT Fernando Tom
2021-02-09 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Phoenix) | Cope Memorial, 1830 Barbara Ave, Gallup, NM, 87301, United States
USMC PVT Fernando Tom
GALLUP, NM – The family of USMC PVT Fernando Tom is requesting a funeral escort on Tuesday February 9, 2021.
STAGING: 9:30am Cope Memorial, Gallup, NM
KSU: 10:00 am
DESTINATION: Gallup Veterans Cemetery
Gravesite service will be conducted for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
USMC PVT Fernando Tom was 47 years old, from the community of Mexican Springs, NM. He loved to watch sports, read books and enjoyed time with his family. He had three brothers and two sisters, he was from the Tower House Clan born for the Black Streaked Wood People.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC PVT Fernando Tom. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace marine.
Contact: Melanie Begay (sister)
Melbct18@icloud.com

Funeral escort for USMC SSGT Jefferson Lee Yazzie
2021-01-22 07:30 - 10:00 | Summit Funeral Home, 346A AZ-264, St. Michaels, 86511, United States
ST. MICHAELS, AZ – The family of USMC SSGT Jefferson Lee Yazzie is requesting a funeral escort on Friday January 22, 2021.
STAGING: 7:30am Summit Funeral Home, St. Michaels, Az
KSU: 8:00 am
DESTINATION: Dilcon Community Cemetary
ROUTE: west on HWY 264 to Burnside, south on Rte 15 to Indian Wells, west to Dilcon, south onto Hwy 60 towards Dilcon Community School, turn right towards the back of the school until arriving at Dilcon Community Cemetary.
Gravesite service will be conducted for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
In 2001, USMC Ssgt Jefferson Lee Yazzie enlisted in the Marine Corp and was honorable discharge in 2011. He served his time as an Automotive Organizational Mechanic for 7 years and Motor Transport Maintenance Chief for the remainder of his service. He served three tours during Operation Iraqi/Enduring Freedom in 2003, 2005 and 2007.
He was and will always be loved by his children, family and friends. He will truly be missed by those who knew him and loved him.
Viewing services will be held for immediate family only and to be followed by burial services on January 22, 2021 @ 10am. He will be escorted by Navajo Hopi Honor Riders to his final resting place among his paternal grandparents, father, brothers, aunts and uncles at Dilcon Community Cemetary. For the protection of his children and family, burial services will also be for immediate family only. Friends and other relatives may pay their respects during his escort towards the gravesite.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC Ssgt Jefferson Lee Yazzie. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace marine.
Contact: Raelencia Thompson (sister)
Yazzie88@gmail.com

IN LOVING MEMORY OF US ARMY SGT. CLIFTON J. YAZZIE
2021-01-20 18:00 | AZ
IN LOVING MEMORY OF US ARMY SGT. CLIFTON J. YAZZIE

FEB 20, 1982 -JAN 20, 2006 KIA OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM

“I DID MY DUTY, I PAID THE SUPREME PRICE, I PRAY YOU’LL REMEMBER MY SACRIFICE. MY LIFE WAS SHORT, I DID MY BEST. GOD GRANT ME PEACE IN MY ETERNAL REST”

On behalf of Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we remember those who gave their lives for our freedom. Please keep the family of US Army Sgt. Clifton J. Yazzie in your prayers along with all of our fallen warriors.

US Army Sgt. Clifton J. Yazzie of Fruitland NM was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat team, 101st Airborne Division. He was killed on January 20, 2006 when an improvised explosive device detonated near his Humvee during patrol operations in Huwijah, Iraq. Also killed were: Staff Stg. Rickey Scott. Sgt. Dennis J. Flanagan and Spc. Matthew C. Frantz. Rest In Peace.

Currently, the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders host the Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride to remember all KIA MIA POW and veterans from the Navajo & Hopi communities which takes place every year in the month of May, where we HONOR, REMEMBER and SUPPORT military families of our Fallen to let them know that their loved one is NOT FORGOTTEN. #neverforget #goldstarfamilies #thankaveteran

Funeral escort for US Army Spc4 Dan Begody
2021-01-20 08:30 - 09:30 | Summit Funeral Home, 346A AZ-264, St. Michaels, 86511, United States
ST. MICHAELS, AZ – The family of US Army Spc4 Dan Begody is requesting a funeral escort on Wednesday January 20, 2021.
STAGING: 8:30am Summit Funeral Home, St. Michaels, Az
KSU: 9:00 am
DESTINATION: Burial site in Sanders, Az.
ROUTE: South on Rt112 to Lupton, then west on I-40 to Sanders (41 miles)
Gravesite service will be conducted for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
US Army Spc4 Dan Begody was born on November 13, 1943, his clans are Mą’ii deeshgiizhinii (Coyote Pass), born for Ta’neeszahnii (Tangle People), his maternal grandfather is Kiyaa’áanii (Towering House) and his paternal grandfather is Bįįh bitoodnii (Deer Spring Water), he was 77 years old. Begody served his country from August 1966 to August 1968, he vaguely spoke about his time in Vietnam.
US Army Spc4 Dan Begody never married or had children of his own, but he was an extraordinary brother, uncle, and grandfather. Begody was a man of God. He attended church regularly and he enjoyed walking to and from church. He preferred to walk, and was always seen walking.
He also enjoyed his nieces, nephews and grandkids through his siblings. They adored him with all their hearts. From the time his nephews and nieces were born he helped care for them, playing with them, bouncing them around and singing to them as he walked around. He sang native songs, to entertain the children in his family, the kids all have good memories about his singing.
Begody’s niece shares a memory of her uncle, “Dan showed us tricks, one that I recall was where he cut a string in front of you and he puts both cut ends in his mouth, as we watched he moves his mouth around, and he pulled the string out and it was not cut anymore. It was one string again. We were all amazed. We all have our special memories of Dan, he will always be in our hearts and our thoughts. He has affected the lives of many people. He will always be loved and cherished.”
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army Spc4 Dan Begody. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier
Contact: Rose Benally (niece)
Rosebenally0500@gmail.com

Funeral escort for US Army PFC David Charley
2021-01-20 08:00 - 09:30 | Summit Funeral Home, 346A AZ-264, St. Michaels, 86511, United States
MICHAELS, AZ – The family of US Army PFC David Charley is requesting a funeral escort on Wednesday January 20, 2021.
STAGING: 8:00am Summit Funeral Home, St. Michaels, Az
KSU: 8:30 am
DESTINATION: Burial site in Greasewood, Az. (3.5 miles south of Greasewood Chapter)
ROUTE: West on HWY 264, south on NR 15 to Greasewood (57mi)
Gravesite service will be conducted for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
US Army PFC David Charley served his country from October 1967 to July 1970, he was a Vietnam veteran. He was born on July 11, 1946, his parents are Roman and Marie Charley. He is survived by his wife Evelyn Charley, his children; Phillip Candelaria, Audrey Candelaria, Romana Charley and Manda Charley. He had nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army PFC David Charley. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier.
Contact: Ramona Charley (daughter)
monamcharley@gmail.com

Funeral escort: US Army SP4-T Kee Yazzie Tohannie
2021-01-08 13:15 - 14:30 | Valley Ridge Mortuary, 123 Moenave Rd, Tuba City,, AZ, United States
TUBA CITY, AZ – The family of US Army SP4-T Kee Yazzie Tohannie is requesting a funeral escort on Friday January 8, 2021.
STAGING: 1:15pm Valley Ridge Mortuary, 123 Moenave Rd, Tuba City, AZ
KSU: 1:30pm
DESTINATION: Tuba City Cemetery, Tuba City, Az.
Gravesite service will be conducted at 2pm, for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
US Army SP4-T Kee Yazzie Tohannie was Korean War Veteran, he enlisted for three years from 1956 to 1959.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army SP4-T Kee Yazzie Tohannie. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier.
Contact: Rosanne Tohannie-McCabe (granddaughter)
sissy_t_2003@yahoo.com

Funeral escort: USMC LCpl David Dweight Laughter
2021-01-07 10:45 - 12:00 | Norvel Owens Mortuary, 914 E. Rte 66,, Flagstaff, AZ, 86004, United States
FLAGSTAFF, AZ – The family of USMC LCpl David Dweight Laughter is requesting a funeral escort on Thursday January 7, 2021.
STAGING: 10:45am Norvel Owens Mortuary, 914 E. Rte 66, Flagstaff, Az.
KSU: 11:15 am
DESTINATION: Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery- Bellemont, Az
ROUTE: east on Rte 66, right on Ponderosa Pkwy an onto E Butler, merge onto W I-40 for 12.8 mi, exit 185 for Transwestern Rd at Bellemont
Gravesite service will be conducted for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.

USMC LCpl David Dweight Laughter enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1972 (age 19). During his service, his MOS was 0311 Infantry Rifleman and he was part of the 1st Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, nicknamed “The Walking Dead”. He was stationed on Camp Schwab, Okinawa, while he served during the Vietnam War. He took part in operation LamSon 72. David was Honorably Discharged in 1974, before he returned to the Navajo Nation. He met his wife, my mom, Arlene Sombrero in the spring of 1975; while working/attending Monument Valley High School. They were married on Sept 6, 1975 at Inscription House, Az. He continued to service his community by working for the Navajo Nation as a Branding Inspector, Liaison for Tribal Work Experience Program, Job training as a Welder (relocated his family and him to Pascagoula, Mississippi), Welder for San Juan Power Plant and CDK Construction Company (on top of Black Mesa), 1981 completed his Cert in Automotive and Diesel Mechanic School at the Universal Technical Institute using his Montgomery GI Bill, 1991 got elected to Chapter President for Inscription House Chapter, Shonto Preparatory School Board President, 1995 Council Delegate for Inscription House Chapter 1995-99, School Board President for Kinłání (Flagstaff) Dormitory, and NAGSA President.
He has helped his community in so many ways while serving them as a political leader and as a spiritual leader he has helped many people from all walks of life, through the Native American Church. He believed, valued, and practiced the Navajo traditional ways and teachings of life. David was a family man and was always believed that you should help those who cannot do for themselves and inspire and teach the youth. His enlightenment was always sought in education, belief, lifelong bonds, and retain Navajo Culture and language. His leadership is exemplary as he was dedicated to the needs of the people and always held the best interest of all. He will never be forgotten and will live on through his teachings and his family, children, and grandchildren. Rest in Peace Marine.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC LCpl David Dweight Laughter. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace marine.
Contact: Dion McCraig (son)
Dmc2003g@yahoo.com

Funeral escort: US Army PFC Ned Curley Sr
2021-01-07 07:30 - 10:00 | Summit Funeral Home, 346A AZ-264, St. Michaels, 86511, United States
MICHAELS, AZ – The family of US Army PFC Ned Curley Sr. is requesting a funeral escort on Thursday January 7, 2021.
STAGING: 7:30am Summit Funeral Home, St. Michaels, Az
KSU: 8:00 am
DESTINATION: Chinle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Chinle, Az.
ROUTE: West on Hwy 264, then north onto Rt 191
Gravesite service will be conducted for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
US Army PFC Ned Curley Sr was 87 years old, he served his country for 9 years. He was an honorable veteran, a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army PFC Ned Curley Sr. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier.
Contact: Ned Curley Jr. (son)
Wkat87@yahoo.com

Funeral escort: US Army veteran Ralph Begay Sr
2021-01-06 08:30 - 10:00 | Summit Funeral Home, 346A AZ-264, St. Michaels, 86511, United States
MICHAELS, AZ – The family of US Army veteran Ralph Begay Sr is requesting a funeral escort on Wednesday January 6, 2021.
STAGING: 8:30am Summit Funeral Home, St. Michaels, Az
KSU: 9:00 am
DESTINATION: Kinlichee Cemetery, near Kinlichee Chapter, northeast of Ganado, Az
ROUTE: West on Hwy 264, then north onto Rt 191
Gravesite service will be conducted for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
US Army veteran Ralph Begay Sr. served his country from 1965 to 1969, he was a Vietnam war veteran with honorable discharge. He was combat veteran, field artillery.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army Ralph Begay Sr. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier
Contact: Ralph Begay Jr. (son)

Funeral escort: US Air Force AMN Terrell Christopher Ryan Daw
2021-01-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Cope Memorial, 1830 Barbara Ave, Gallup, NM, 87301, United States
GALLUP, NM – The family of US Air Force AMN Terrell Christopher Ryan Daw is requesting a funeral escort on Tuesday January 5, 2021.
STAGING: 10:000 Cope Memorial, 1830 Barbara Ave, Gallup, NM
KSU: 10:30 am
DESTINATION: Gallup State Veterans Cemetery, Gallup, NM
Gravesite service will be at 11am, conducted for immediate family only, viewing will be at 9am. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
US Air Force AMN Terrell Christopher Ryan Daw served his country from May 2016 – September 2018. He was a civil engineer with water and fuel systems maintenance apprentice in Misawa, Japan. He received the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and Air Force Overseas Ribbon Long Tour.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Air Force AMN Terrell Christopher Ryan Daw. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace airman.
Contact: Carla Daw (aunt)
cdaw99@yahoo.com

Funeral escort: USMC Sgt. Ashkie Lokai Laughter
2020-12-30 09:30 - 10:00 | Norvel Owens Mortuary, 914 E. Rte 66,, Flagstaff, AZ, 86004, United States
FLAGSTAFF, AZ – The family of USMC Sgt. Ashkie Lokai Laughter is requesting a funeral escort on Wednesday December 30, 2020.
STAGING: 9:30 Norvel Owens Mortuary, 914 E. Rte 66, Flagstaff, Az.
KSU: 10:15 am
DESTINATION: Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery- Bellemont, Az
ROUTE: east on Rte 66, right on Ponderosa Pkwy an onto E Butler, merge onto W I-40 for 12.8 mi, exit 185 for Transwestern Rd at Bellemont
Gravesite service will be conducted for immediate family only. Thereafter, visitors may pay their respect immediately following services will be conducted in accordance with CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
USMC Sgt. Ashkie Lokai Laughter joined the U.S. Marine Corps while he was still in high school and went to boot camp shortly after his graduation. While he was in the service he took part in Operation Noble Eagle, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Overall, he completed three combat tours and was a staff sergeant select when he decided to get out of the military to be with his family. He then started the traditional healing ceremonies and had come a long way. He was a disabled veteran and suffered from PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). He always said the only thing that helped him through all his hardships he endured was his family and his traditional ways.
He was an active member of the Native American Church and participated in his Navajo traditional ceremonies. When he got out of the military he started school at the University of Phoenix and completed his Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice. He also worked at the VA Call Center helping veterans get their disability claims through and he was always showing his support for his follow brothers and sisters in arms. He will forever be remembered and greatly missed.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC Sgt. Ashkie Lokai Laughter. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace marine.
Contact: Dion McCraig (brother)
Dmc2003g@yahoo.com

Gold Star Family Day on Navajo Nation 9/27/20
2020-09-27 | AZ
A message from Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez on Gold Star Family Day
Never forgotten

Honor has no end
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=429nlOREYaQ&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0A_628Voh2p7cIwvjD2oW-KSjgvFEWgz8RT9EfE3kT8UDtSYlr-D6mQ4g

POSTPONED: 18th Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride
2020-05-14 - 2020-05-17 | AZ
On March 30, 2020, the board members of Navajo Hopi Honor Riders have made a decision to postpone the May 14-17, 2020 annual honor run until sometime in the month of July, due to the Covid-19 virus. On March 20th, NHHR board also made a decision to halt on all motorcycle escorts until further notice.
“We are keeping in mind the safety of our riders, I think its best we do not put them in danger. We need to take precautions to protect honor riders and reduce any risks,” said Bobby Martin, NHHR president.

The Navajo Hopi Honor Riders have made an annual commitment to organize a four-day honor ride for Lori Piestewa and all Navajo and Hopi Gold Star Families since 2003, as their mission statement describes.
All new information for the annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride will be available on Navajo Hopi Honor Riders website, facebook and twitter

Announcing dates for the 18th Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride, May 14 to May 17, 2020.
If you would like to sponsor a Gold Star Mother, please email info.nhhr@gmail.com

NHHR meeting
2020-02-29 13:00 - 17:00 | AZ
Navajo Hopi Honor Riders meeting will be at 1:00pm on February 29, 2020 Saturday at the conference room at Quality Inn, Window Rock, Az.

Topics of Discussion: 18th Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride, May 14 – 17, 2020

1. Sponsorship
2. Route Planning for honor run
3. Round up reception on 5/17/20
4. Host hotels during the honor run
5. Gold Star families

75th Anniversary Iwo Jima Flag Raising
2020-02-22 08:00 - 17:00 | AZ
SACATON, AZ- 75th Anniversary Iwo Jima Flag Raising on 2/22/20, all #honorRiders are invited to this military parade. #bikerFamily
All riders that would like to join NHHR on the ride to the Ira Hayes Parade STAGING: 7:30am Chevron gas station near the Wild Horse Pass Casino, 5139 Wildhorse Pass Blvd. KSU: 7:50am. Contact: Adolph Soliz Sr.
http://irahayespost84.org/index.php?id=85

NHHR meeting 1/13 in Gallup, NM
2020-01-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Comfort Suites, Gallup, Nm, 3940 E. Highway 66, Gallup, NM, 87301, United States
The Navajo Hopi Honor Riders meeting will be Monday, January 13, 2020 at 5:30pm. 3940 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM. All riders and volunteers are invited to this public meeting to help plan the upcoming 18th Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride scheduled May 14 – 17, 2020. We need everyone’s input to make this a successful honor ride for all Gold Star families.

12/15 Riders needed to help with holiday food distribution
2019-12-15 12:00 - 13:30 | AZ
WINDOW ROCK, AZ – Join us Sunday 12/15 at 12noon, as Navajo Hopi Honor Riders & the Running Strong Foundation host the annual pot roast give away.
Meet the Grinch who will be making a special appearance. Thank you to Jacqueline owner of Knead Sugar bakery for sponsoring the special visit from the GRINCH.
Riders will be picking up items and taking them back to their community and delivering to elders, veterans and families in need.
Contact: Bobby Martin
If you know of a family please have them stop by the Window Rock Veterans Memorial park Sunday 12/15. #NHHRiders #ThankaVeteran #RunningStrongFoundation #HappyHolidays

NHHR XMas Party 12/7 @2pm
2019-12-07 14:00 - 18:00 | AZ
Greetings! 😃 It is that time of year again, we are excited to invite you to the annual Navajo Hopi Honor Riders Holiday Party on December 7, 2019 Saturday from 2:00pm-6:00pm. Location: Wowies Event Center, 1500 S 2nd St C, Gallup NM.
We invite all bikers, volunteers and their families in celebrating this holiday season of giving. Program includes entertainment and dinner. 🎄
NHHR would like to thank all the individuals who help throughout the year in volunteering their time for motorcycle escorts, gold star family day event, annual honor ride, holiday turkey & food distribution, and attending planning meetings throughout the year to help the board with the mission.

Turkey Distribution 11/23 SAT
2019-11-23 12:00 - 14:00 | AZ
WINDOW ROCK, AZ – Attention honor riders & volunteers we need your help with #NHHR #RunningStrongFoundation TURKEY DISTRIBUTION on Saturday 11/23/19 @12pm, Window Rock Veteran’s Memorial Park.
NEED RIDERS to ride in, pick up a couple of turkeys and distribute to your elders, veterans, and families in need.
Thank you to those who have donated turkeys or monetary donation for turkeys.
Contact: Bobby Martin, Leon Curley, Adolph Soliz Sr, Geri Hongeva or Fred Begay

244th Marine Corps Birthday Ball 11/9/19
2019-11-09 17:00 - 23:30 | AZ
244th Marine Corps Birthday Ball 11/09/19
Host of event: Navajo Nation Marine Corps Birthday Ball Committee, Inc.
Where: Red Rock State Park, Gallup NM
When: November 9, 2019 Saturday
Time: 1700- 2400
Tickets: $10.00 per person
Menu: entree with coffee, tea, cake
Tickets Contact: Everette Howe 505-716-3787, Hubert Smith 505-879-8476, Terry Lewis 928-551-3842, Jimmy Pete 928-206-0962, Ryan Benally 928-785-7310, Art Sanderson 928-266-6023
www.NavajoNationMarineCorps.com

NHHR Meeting
2019-10-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Comfort Suites, Gallup, Nm, 3940 E. Highway 66, Gallup, NM, 87301, United States
GALLUP, NM – NHHR meeting on 10/27 Sunday at 1:30pm-3:30pm Comfort Suites. Riders & volunteers are welcome to help plan for holiday community events and annual honor run. 3940 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM 87301

Upcoming Thanksgiving Turkey on wheels
Upcoming Holiday Party
Planning for the annual honor run in May 2020

10/25, 10/26 1st Annual Antelope Poker Run
2019-10-25 - 2019-10-26 | AZ
1st Annual Motorcycle Poker Run, will be starting at the Point we will be riding to Monument Valley, picking up poker cards along the way. Food, prizes, beautiful ride, friends and a good cause. PRIZES Best Hand… 5 days on a houseboat, 2nd $500, 3rd $200 and Worst Hand $50. Registration Fee is $20 per person, $35 for a couple and we are HAPPY to team up with Toys for Tots! Bring a new $20 Toy and donate it for your registration fee. Schedule of Events below…. See you soon!!
For more Information call 928-645-5900 ext. 5034 or email relshire@apmlp.com
Registration on Friday and Saturday morning at the event.
Friday 10/25/19
12:00 pm Registration begins
1:00 pm Fun ride begins to Lee’s Ferry
7:00 pm Level Rising begins playing at SandBar
And remember the Point Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner!
Saturday 10/26/19
7:00 am Registration opens
7:00 am $6 Buffet Style Breakfast begins
10:00 am Kick Stands Up for Poker Run
6:00 pm All cards must be in
6:00 pm $15 Buffet Style Dinner begins
7:00 pm Announce winners
7:00 pm Straight Outta Mayberry takes the stage

9/29 Gold Star Family Day
2019-09-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Window Rock, Az.
WINDOW ROCK, AZ – The third annual Navajo Nation Gold Star Mothers and Family day will be on September 29, 2019 at Window Rock Veteran’s Memorial Park, starting 6pm – 8pm.
In 2017, the Navajo Nation President proclaimed the last Sunday in the month of September as Navajo Nation Gold Star Mother’s Day. The Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, non-profit organization, worked together with Army veteran, Arizona State Rep. Jamescita Peshlakai to make this proclamation possible through the Office of the President and Vice President.
The public is welcome to join in the special day, as the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders will begin with a motorcycle escort from Quality Inn to the Window Rock Veteran’s Memorial Park. The program will include the proclamation reading by the Office of the President and Vice President, memorial roll call, the laying of a wreath, special appearance by newly crowned Miss Navajo Nation Shaandiin Parrish, and concluding with a candlelight vigil.
Throughout the United States, communities will come together to light luminaries, to remember their veteran this Sunday. National Gold Star Mother’s Day has been observed since World War I.
https://navajotimes.com/emotion-loss-underline-gold-star-mothers-ceremony/
Brought to you by Office of the President and Vice President and Navajo Hopi Honor Riders.
STAGING: 9/29 Sunday 1700, Quality Inn, Window Rock
KSU: 1730
DESTINATION: Window Rock Veteran’s Memorial Park
Contact: Bobby Martin
Navajo Nation Gold Star Mothers Families with Navajo Hopi Honor Riders

8/25 Back pack giveaway RIDERS NEEDED
2019-08-25 10:00 - 12:00 | AZ
WINDOW ROCK, AZ – Who is ready for Round 2 with the back pack & school supply give away? Thanks to the #RunningStrongFoundation for purchasing all the bags and supplies.

We need riders to hand out bags to the students. More riders the better!
STAGING at 10am
STUDENTS arrive at 11am
THANK YOU in advance and please share with students who need these supplies for school year. #nativeYouth #runningStrong
Navajo Hopi Honor Riders partners with Running Strong for American Indian Youth

8/18 Back to school back pack & supplies for students in need
2019-08-18 11:00 - 17:00 | AZ
WINDOW ROCK VETERAN’S MEMORIAL PARK- On August 18, 2019 Sunday 11am, Navajo Hopi Honor Riders teams up with Running Strong Foundation to help students in need with a back pack and school supplies to get ready for the Fall semester. Honor Riders & volunteers needed at 10am, to help distribute supplies to students, also a chance to see some cool bikes & meet honor riders. 🏍 #honorRiders #NHHRiders

8/14 Navajo Code Talker Day
2019-08-14 09:00 - 13:00 | AZ
WINDOW ROCK, AZ – You are invited to join us in honoring the remaining five Navajo Code Talkers: Thomas H. Begay, John Kinsel, Peter MacDonald Sr., Samuel Sandoval, and Joe Vandever. A memorial ceremony to remember those who have passed on, followed by gourd dance on Wednesday, August 14, 2019.
9am- Staging at Navajo Nation Fairgrounds (next to Bashas’ grocery store)
10am (KSU) – Parade from Navajo Nation Fairgrounds to Window Rock Veterans Memorial Park
11:15am – Recognition of Navajo Code Talkers
3:00pm – Gourd Dance
For more information please contact:
Yvonne Kee-Billison
Office: (928) 871-7000 or 7132
E-mail: yvonnekeebillison@navajo-nsn.gov
#NavajoCodeTalkers #USMC #WWII
Navajo Code Talker Day 2019

7/27 Operation Veterans Wellness Bike Run
2019-07-27 10:00 - 16:00 | AZ
GALLUP, NM – #OperationVeteransWellness at Rio West Mall in Gallup, NM on July 27, 2019. 3-on-3 Basketball from 10am-12pm. Benefits, Job & Health Fair from 10am-4pm. Gourd Dance 1pm- 4pm
STAGING: 11am Window Rock Memorial Veterans Park, Window Rock, AZ.
KSU: 12pm
Destination: Rio West Mall, Gallup, NM

Questions about event call 505-722-9470

7/6 Appreciation ride for a veteran
2019-07-06 10:00 - 13:30 | AZ
WINDOW ROCK, AZ – Appreciation ride for a veteran on July 6, 2019, Saturday.
Staging: 10am Window Rock, Az
KSU: 11am
Destination: Burnside, Az.
“If you enjoy freedom, thank a veteran.”
July 6, 2019 Sunday- Surprise birthday ride to Lawrence Lano’s party in Ganado, Az.

19th Annual Northern Apache County Sheriff Posse Poker Run
2019-06-29 08:00 - 17:00 | AZ
WINDOW ROCK, AZ – 19th Annual Apache County Sheriff Posse Poker Run on 6/29/19 Saturday. Registration on site from 9am -10am. $25/ rider, $10/ passenger. Window Rock, Burnside, Chinle, Tsaile, Navajo and back to Wrock. Contact Melvin Young, Sheriff Posse Captain at 928-245-7151.
Entertainment, food & raffle!

Congressional Medal of Honor, William "Woody" Hershel and Navajo Code Talker, Thomas H. Begay
2019-06-26 12:00 - 2019-06-27 19:00 | AZ
BLOOMFIELD, NM- *** #HonorRiders needed for Wednesday 6/26**** A Heroes welcome Bloomfield to Aztec to Farmington, NM on 6/26/19 Wednesday. Line the streets with signs and flags to welcome two of America’s Heroes!
Enter Bloomfield, NM @ 12:00pm, enter Aztec @12:15pm, enter Farmington @12:30pm, destination: Farmington CVB, 3041 E. Main St. Farmington, NM. Let’s join together to honor SJC Gold Star families and their loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, let’s welcome Congressional Medal of Honor, William “Woody” Hershel and Navajo Code Talker, Thomas H. Begay as they reunite after seven decades. Motorcycle escort in partnership with New Mexico Nation of Patriots.
On, 6/27/19 Thursday, SJC Gold Star Families Memorial Monument Ground Breaking Ceremony at All Veterans Memorial Park @ 2:00pm.
