Funeral escort for Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel Sr. on 10/23
2024-10-23 07:30 - 12:30 (America/Phoenix)
Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel Sr.
St. Michaels, Az – The family of Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel Sr. humbly requesting a funeral escort on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

STAGING: 7:15am Green Meadows Funeral Home, 346A Hwy 264, St. Michaels, Az.
KSU:8:00am
DESTINATION: Funeral service at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Chinle, Az, then to final resting place at Lukachukai Community Cemetery.
ROUTE: West on Hwy 264 to Burnside then Hwy 191 to Chinle. After service, east on Hwy 64 to Lukachukai Community Cemetery. (101 miles, see map attached)

John Kinsel Sr. was 107 years old, he was from Lukachukai, Az, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather. He began his education at six years old at Ft. Defiance Boarding school, he graduated from St. Catherine’s High School in Santa Fe, NM. Kinsel was Kinłichíi’nii and born for Tábąąhá, he died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday morning, October 19, 2024. He was one of the Navajo Code Talkers who served in the Pacific Theater during WWII, he served from 1942 to 1946. When he returned home, he built a home for his family and raised them in Lukachukai. He spoke Navajo all his life, his community loved him. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and the Navajo people.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel Sr. Rest in peace marine.

Contact : Ronald Kinsel (son)

FUNERAL ESCORT for US ARMY VETERAN SPECIALIST 4 HENRY LEE
2024-10-29 10:00 - 12:30
FUNERAL ESCORT FOR UNITED STATES ARMY VETERAN SPECIALIST 4 HENRY LEE.

HENRY LEE SERVED IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY FROM 1963-1965. HE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS WIFE JANE KAYE WITH WHOM HE HAD FIVE CHILDREN. HENRY WORKED AS A CUSTODIAN AT CHINLE HIGH SCHOOL AND CONTINUED HIS LIFE IN PIÑON ARIZONA, RAISING HIS CHILDREN AND GRANDKIDS WITH HIS BELOVED WIFE HELEN JUDGE.

PLEASE JOIN US IN SHOWING SUPPORT IN HONORING A U.S. ARMY VETERAN TO HIS FINAL RESTING PLACE.

ON BEHALF OF THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS, WE ARE HONORED TO ANNOUNCE THE FUNERAL ESCORT REQUEST FOR HENRY LEE.

ROLLIE MORTUARY
401 E NIZHONI BLVD, GALLUP, NM

DATE: TUESDAY, OCT 29, 2024

MOTORCYCLE STAGING-START LOCATION:
FORT DEFIANCE POTTERS HOUSE CHURCH VIA KIT CARSON DR (INDIAN RTE 112).

CHURCH SERVICE STARTS 10AM
KSU: 11AM

BURIAL AT:
NAVAJO VETERANS MEMORIAL CEMETERY AT FORT DEFIANCE, AZ

CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION. JANEVIEVE WARD

NHHR meeting on 11/4 Monday
2024-11-04 18:30 - 20:30
NHHR meeting on 11/4 Monday at 6:30pm
Comfort Suites, Gallup NM or Zoom link below:

NavajoHopiHonorRiders is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: NHHR meeting
Time: Nov 4, 2024 06:30 PM Arizona

Funeral escort for US Army PVT Paul Thompson on 11/7
2024-11-07 10:00 - 11:30
Flagstaff, Az – The family of US Army PVT Paul Thompson humbly requesting a funeral escort on Thursday, November 7, 2024.

STAGING: 11:00am Norvel Owens Mortuary, Flagstaff, Az.
KSU:11:30am
DESTINATION: Camp Navajo Bellemont, Az.

Services – November 7, 2024 at 10 AM MST, Norvel Owens Mortuary, Flagstaff, Arizona
Burial – Camp Navajo, Bellemont, AZ
Reception – American Legion at 1:30 PM. 204 W. Birch, Flagstaff AZ

US Army PVT first class Paul Thompson, 78 years old was born in Leupp, Arizona. He attended Albuquerque Indian School. After high school he enlisted into the US Army. He fought for his country during the Vietnam War where he received several medals including the National Defense Medal, The Vietnam Service Medal and The Vietnam Campaign Medal. He was honorably discharged in 1975. Paul remained quite active in the military community after his discharge. He was a proud member of the American Legion Post 112 and the Leupp Veterans Organization. He was always so eager to help with color guards, parades and casket watch for fellow fallen comrades.
Paul has two children; Paulina Thompson and the late Chad Thompson. He also has countless grandchildren whom he cherished.

Services and reception is open to all who wish to pay their respects.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army PVT Paul Thompson. Rest in peace soldier.

Contact : Emma Slowtalker (niece)

249th Marine Corps Birthday Ball on 11/9- Twin Arrows Navajo Casino
2024-11-09 11:00 - 21:00 | Twin Arrows Casino
249th Marine Corps Birthday Ball on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 5pm, Twin Arrows Casino. Coordinated by the Navajo Nation Marine Corps Ball Committee. Tickets on sale on Eventbrite.com or call number below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/249th-marine-corps-birthday-ball-tickets-1032909629507?aff=ebdssbdestsearch $45 ticket or call
SSgt Patricia Burnside, St. Michael’s area; (623) 206-7673.
SSgt Terry Lewis, Sanders area; (928) 551-7696.
Sgt Art Sanderson, Window Rock/Ft Defiance are; (928) 266-6023.
GySgt Gilbert Yazzie, Gallup area; (505) 862-6650.
Gunny Pete, houck/Lupton area; (928)206-0962.
Semper Fi… (see FLYER attached)
AGENDA___
Welcome to the 249th Marine Corps Birthday Ball!
Celebrate this special occasion with us at the Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort. Join us for a night of camaraderie, tradition, and honor as we commemorate the founding of the Marine Corps. Don your best dress blues or elegant evening wear and enjoy a memorable evening filled with dinner, dancing, and entertainment. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow Marines, veterans, and supporters. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration!
THEME: “Remembering Marines of Middle Eastern Campaigns”; OIF/OEF, Gulf War

GUEST OF HONOR: Sergeant Marcus Chischilly, USMC Veteran
ADJUTANT: First Sergeant Kyle Lewis, Retired USMC Veteran
NARRATOR: Leon Curley, USMC Veteran
OPENING PRAYER: Pastor Martin Haven
COLOR GUARD, USMC VETERANS:
Staff Sergeant Cornelius Tolth
Sergeant Raymond J. Clark, Jr.
CAKE ESCORT, USMC VETERANS
Corporal Lyle Atole
Sergeant Nolan Begay
Staff Sergeant Terry Lewis
Gunnery Sergeant Gilbert Yazzie
BAKER: Shay Juan, U.S. Army Veteran
ENTERTAINMENT: DJ Vital. Raul Martinez.
BUGLER: Andrew Stuc
GOURD DANCE COORDINATION. Corporal Lee Etcitty, USMC Veteran (EtcittyL@gmail.com)

Funeral escort for US Army Ranger Brian Segay on 11/22
2024-11-22 10:00 - 11:30
Fort Defiance, Az.– The family of US Army Ranger Brian Segay humbly requesting a funeral escort on Friday, November 22, 2024.

STAGING: 10:00am funeral service at Our Lady of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church Fort Defiance, AZ
KSU:11:30am, when service concludes
DESTINATION: Fort Defiance Veteran’s Cemetery

Brian “Bogie” Segay served 5 years and seven months in the Army. He was 46 yrs old. His achievements are: Army Achievement Award, Army Good Conduct, National Defense Service, Global War on Terrorism, Service Medal, Army Service Medal, Overseas Service Medal, Combat Infantryman.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army Ranger Brian Segay. Rest in peace soldier.

Contact : Sandra Johnson (Aunt)

NHHR Xmas Party on 12.14
2024-12-14 16:00 - 20:00
Gallup, NM- You are invited to join us this holiday season! NHHR Christmas Party will be on Saturday, Dec. 14th from 4pm-8pm at the Gallup Veterans Helping Veterans building, 908 E. Buena Vista. We will have white elephant gift exchange, dinner together and some dancing ~ music provided by DJ Leo

**We would like to provide enough food, if you’re attending please text 928-421-1166 with total # of people in party**

Funeral escort for US Army PFC Adrianne Tahy Flemings on 12/16
2024-12-16 10:30 - 11:30
Flagstaff, Az – The family of US Army PFC Adrianne Tahy Flemings humbly requesting a funeral escort on Monday, December 16, 2024.

STAGING: 10:30am Norvel Owens Mortuary, 914 Rte.66, Flagstaff, Az.
KSU:11:00am
DESTINATION: Camp Navajo Bellemont, Az.

Adrianne was born and raised in Tuba City, she graduated with honors from Richfield High School in 1998. She enlisted into the US Army in October 2001, she served in the Iraq War and served two tours. She was honorable discharged on August 9, 2009.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army PFC Adrianne Tahy Flemings. Rest in peace soldier.

Contact : Aurelia Tahy (sister)

NHHR meeting
2025-01-19 13:30 - 15:30 | Comfort Suites, Gallup, Nm, 3940 E. Highway 66, Gallup, NM, 87301, United States
NHHR meeting on 1/19/25 Sunday at 1:30pm-3:30pm
Comfort Suites, Gallup NM
(zoom link will be emailed closer to date if you can’t attend in person)

80th Anniversary Iwo Jima Flag Raising
2025-02-21 07:00 - 11:00
Sacaton, Az – The 80th Anniversary Iwo Jima Flag Raising Military Parade & Flyover to begin at 8:30am Ceremonies to follow at the Matthew B. Juan, Ira H. Hayes Veterans Memorial Park in Sacaton, AZ. Hosted by the Ira Hayes American Legion Post 84.
NHHRiders Staging: 7:00am Chevron, 5139 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler
KSU: 7:45am
Destination: Ride to location for parade line up, 168 South Skill Center Rd.
All public and veteran groups are welcome to attend event at the Veterans Memorial Park.

For more information on the event, contact Ira Hayes American Legion Post 85 at (520) 562-8484 or email: ihpost84@gilanet.net
All Drums and Royalty are encouraged to attend.
HONORING:
Mitch Miles, Women’s Army Corp.
SCHEDULE:
Friday 2/21/25: Grand Entry 6:00pm
Saturday 2/22/25: Gourd Dance 12:00pm-4:00pm, Grand Entry 5:30pm
HEAD STAFF:
Arean Director: Eldred Matt
Emcee: Gabriel Ayala
Head Lady Dancer: Elaine Newmoon
Head Man Dancer: Rick Yazzie
Northern Host Drum: Wild Krew
Host Southern Drum: Greaswood
Head Gourd: Johnny Garcia

22nd Piestewa Fallen Heroes Memorial
2025-03-23 05:30 - 11:30
Phoenix, Az- 22nd Piestewa Fallen Heroes Memorial on March 23rd, Sunday.
STAGING: 5:30am Navajo-Hopi Honor Riders meet at the Best Western Innsuites, 1615 E. Northern, Phoenix, AZ 85020. Contact Bobby Martin, NHHR president. Gold Star Families, veterans, tribal leaders and the community
6:30am-9:30am at the Piestewa Peak Ocotillo Ramada, please park at Lincoln Heights Christian Church and take the shuttle to the ramada.

22nd Piestewa Fallen Heroes Memorial
2025-03-23 06:30 - 12:00
Phoenix, Az- 22nd Piestewa Fallen Heroes Memorial on March 23rd, Sunday.
STAGING: 5:30am Navajo-Hopi Honor Riders meet at the Best Western Innsuites, 1615 E. Northern, Phoenix, AZ 85020. Contact Bobby Martin

PATRIOT TOUR 2025
2025-05-30 07:30 - 17:00
THE PATRIOT TOUR 2025

NOTE: Times reflected are NM time zone

May 29

Arizona group will arrive in Gallup, NM
I attached our hotel list to share if anyone is interested in joining us.

May 30

Stage with New Mexico group – 7:30am MDT, KSU 8:00am MDT

Gallup Cultural Center – 201 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM 87301

Arrive at Chevron gas station – 8:30am MDT

AZ-264 &, Indian Rte 12, Window Rock, AZ 86515
Quick fuel stop

Arrive at Window Rock Tribal Park & Veterans Memorial – 8:45am MDT

Here is the current timeline for the agenda while we are at the memorial:

Arrive at Window Rock Tribal Park & Veterans Memorial – 8:45am MDT
Ceremony start – 9:00am MDT
Ceremony end – 10:30am MDT
KSU 10:45am MDT

22nd Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride
2025-06-05 - 2025-06-08
22nd Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride, June 5-8, 2025 —> 2025AnnualNHHRschedule
Supporting all Armed Forces
Navajo Nation Gold Star families
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – Host hotel will be Comfort Suites, 3940 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM

Comfort Suites, 3940 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM. 505-488-0102
(Code: Navajo Hopi Honor Riders)
$107 Govt. rate

Thursday, June 5, 2025 – Lodging in Flagstaff, Az.
Friday, June 6, 2025 – Lodging in Page, Az
Saturday, June 7, 2025 – Lodging in Kayenta, Az.

Monument Valley Inn, Kayenta, Az. 928-697-3221 or 866-306-5158
Code: Navajo Hopi Honor
$126 – $129 on 6/7/2025

Window Rock, AZ - Navajo Code Talkers Day on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
2025-08-14 08:00 - 12:00
Window Rock, AZ – Navajo Code Talkers Day on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

Staging: 8:00am at Blake’s LotaBurger parking lot, Tse Bonito, NM
KSU: 8:45am
Destination: 8:55am Navajo Nation Fairgrounds, Window Rock, Az.

** Coordinated by: Navajo Nation Veterans Administration**
9:00am Master of Ceremonies – USMC veteran Tim Johnson
Posting of Colors & Moment of Silence
9:10am National Anthem
9:15am Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
9:25am Welcome Address
9:30am Young Marine Tribute
10:15am Department of Defense
10:30am History of Navajo Code Talkers
10:45am Cultural Presentation
11:00am Flag Folding for the First 29 Code Talkers
11:20am Acknowledge of two Navajo Code Talkers
11:40am Cultural Presentation
12:00pm Sponsored Luncheon
*** Flyover / Unit 50SOW AC-130J**
1:00pm Gourd Dance
“Honoring the Unbreakable Legacy”

(Staging questions: contact Bobby Martin, NHHR President )

Back 2 School" event on 8/15/25 Friday from 3p-6p
2025-08-15 15:00 - 17:00
Ganado Chapter House will be hosting “Back 2 School” Community event on 8/15/25 Friday from 3pm-6 p.m.Navajo Hopi Honor Riders will be providing a 90 minute hands on session with electric dirt bikes. (Honor riders: Geri Hongeva & Mike Camarillo Sr)* Kids Age 6-10* Must be a limited weight under 90 lbs. * Parent or guardian must be present* Participants will get Snacks & DrinksJ Calvin Bahe Damon-Bahe Boxing will provide Music Entertainment.Denikka Tso will be providing Popsicles for event.Sewa International-Phoenix Chapter provided 60 Back Packs with School Supplies & Insulated Water Bottle.Sri Sathya Sai Center of Greater Phoenix provided 70 Back Packs with Schools Supplies.Thank you to Ganado Chapter for your support.Thank you for providing fruit bowls, bottled Water & popcorn.

NHHR meeting
2026-01-11 13:00 - 15:00
NHHR Meeting on Sunday 1/11 at 1pm
Gallup Comfort Suites

81st Annual Iwo Jima Flag Raising
2026-02-11 07:00 - 09:00
Sacaton, Az – 81st Annual Iwo Jima Flag Raising military parade on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Ceremonies to follow at Mathew B. Juan and Ira H. Hayes Veterans Memorial Park in Sacaton, Az. The public is welcome and all Veteran organizations. Parade will begin at 8:30AM
NHHR STAGING: 7:00am Chevron, 5139 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226
KSU: 7:15am
PARADE LINE-UP: 7:45am

Coordinated by: Ira H. Hayes Post 84, 10 W. Pima St. ~ P.O. Box 186, Sacaton, Arizona 85147
email: ihpost84@gilanet.net
phone: 520-562-8484

23rd Annual Piestewa Fallen Heroes Memorial
2026-03-23 05:30 - 12:00
Phoenix, Az- 23rd Annual Piestewa Fallen Heroes Memorial on March 23rd, Monday.

STAGING: 5:15am Navajo-Hopi Honor Riders meet at the Best Western Surestay, 1615 E. Northern, Phoenix, AZ.
KSU: 5:30am Contact: Bobby Martin, NHHR President
Gold Star Families, veterans, tribal leaders and the community
6:30am-9:30am at the Piestewa Peak Ocotillo Ramada, please park your vehicle at Lincoln Heights Christian Church and take the shuttle to the ramada prior to 6:30am.

Event Coordinator: John Corvarrubias
602-579-6308

2026 Piestewa Fallen Heroes Sunrise Service
2026-03-23 06:30 - 12:00
Save the date! March 23rd, 2026 Piestewa Fallen Heroes Sunrise Service and luncheon. Phoenix, Az at Piestewa Peak

23rd Annual Lori Piestewa Honor Ride
2026-06-04 - 2026-06-07
23rd Annual Lori Piestewa Honor Ride from June 4 – 7, 2026
