Navajo Hopi Honor Riders

Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride
2024-05-16 - 2024-05-19
May 16-19, 2024 – ROUTE
5/16 Day 1: Window Rock, Az, to Hopi Veterans Memorial to Flagstaff, Az
5/17 Day 2: Flagstaff, Az to Cameron, Tuba City, Page, Az
5/18 Day 3: Page, Az to Monument Valley to Four Corners Monument to Towaoc, CO.
5/19 Day 4: Towaoc, Co to Window Rock, Az.

Funeral escort for ARMY PFC WAYNE ARVISO SR on 8/15
2024-08-15 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Phoenix)
Gallup, NM – FUNERAL ESCORT FOR UNITED STATES ARMY VETERAN PFC WAYNE ARVISO SR on Thursday August 15, 2024.

ARVISO SERVED IN THE U.S. ARMY FOR TWO AND HALF YEARS DURING WWII FROM
1943 – 1946 IN THE PACIFIC THEATER AS AN ANTI-AIRCRAFT ARTILLERY AUTOMATIC GUNNER. ARVISO COMMITTED 38 YEARS OF HIS LIFE WORKING ON CAMP NAVAJO ARMY DEPOT IN BELLMONT, ARIZONA IN THE AMMUNITION DEMOLITION DEPARTMENT. WAYNE ARVISO SR WAS A BELOVED FAMILY MAN AND ENJOYED LIVING IN THE IYANBITO AREA OF THE NAVAJO RESERVATION RAISING HIS LIVESTOCKS OF SHEEP AND CATTLE. WAYNE LEAVES 7 CHILDREN AND 10 GRANDCHILDREN. WAYNE IS REMEMBERED FONDLY BY FRIENDS AND FAMILY AS “SERGEANT MAJOR”.

FAMILY:
MATERNAL CLANS: TO’AHEEDLINII
PATERNAL CLANS: TA’NEESZAHNII

PLEASE JOIN US IN SHOWING SUPPORT IN HONORING A U.S. ARMY VETERAN TO HIS FINAL RESTING PLACE. WE ARE HONORED TO ANNOUNCE THE FUNERAL ESCORT REQUEST ON BEHALF OF THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF WAYNE ARVISO SR.

DATE AND LOCATION:
ROLLIE MORTUARY, GALLUP NM
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024
MOTORCADE STAGING: 8:30 AM

KSU: 9 AM
ROUTE: FROM GALLUP, NM HEAD WEST TO FLAGSTAFF ON I-40
DESTINATION:
GRAVESIDE SERVICE 11:30AM
ARIZONA VETERANS’ MEMORIAL CEMETERY AT CAMP NAVAJO
14317 VETERANS DR, BELLMONT, AZ

Funeral escort for US Army PFC Reymundo Cantu on 9/10
2024-09-10 06:00 - 11:00
St. Michaels, Az – The family of US Army PFC Reymundo Cantu humbly requesting a funeral escort on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
STAGING: 5:45am Green Meadows Funeral Home, St. Michaels, Az
KSU:6:00am
DESTINATION: Burnt Corn, Az. (95 miles)
US Army PFC Reymundo Cantu served from May 2007 to June 2012. Operation Iraq Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army PFC Reymundo Cantu. Rest in peace soldier.
Contact : Rolana Tom (sister in law)

Funeral escort for ARMY SGT BERNADETTE TOLEDO on 9/14
2024-09-14 08:00 - 11:00
Rio Rancho, NM – FUNERAL ESCORT FOR UNITED STATES ARMY VETERAN SGT BERNADETTE TOLEDO

SGT TOLEDO WAS HONORABLY DISCHARGED FROM SERVICE 2015. DEPLOYED DURING THE KOSOVO CAMPAIGN EARNING THE KOSOVO CAMPAIGN MEDAL WITH BRONZE SERVICE STAR, AND NATO METAL. HER ADDITIONAL AWARDS ARE ARMY COMMENDATION MEDAL, THREE ARMY ACHIEVEMENT MEDALS, KOREA DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL, GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM MEDAL, NCO PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RIBBON, ARMY SERVICE RIBBON, OVERSEAS SERVICE RIBBON, ARMED FORCES RESERVE MEDAL WITH “M” DEVICE, GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL.

SERGEANT TOLEDO LIVED HER LIFE IN TORREÓN, NM WITH HER PARENTS, BENNIE AND DOROTHY. TOLEDO GRADUATED FROM WINGATE HIGH SCHOOL IN NM, SHE SELFLESSLY SERVED 15 YEARS OF HER LIFE IN THE U.S. ARMY. SERGEANT TOLEDO WAS AN EXEMPLARY SOLDIER EARNING NUMEROUS AWARDS AND COMMENDATIONS. HER LOVE OF FAMILY AND COMMUNITY CONTINUED AFTER HER TIME IN THE U.S. ARMY AND SHE RETURNED HOME TO TORREÓN AND RAISED HER THREE CHILDREN AND CARED FOR HER PARENTS.

BERNADETTE TOLEDO WAS BIT’AHNII (FOLDED ARMS PEOPLE CLAN),
BORN FOR TÓD’CH”INII (BITTER WATER CLAN)

PLEASE JOIN US IN SHOWING SUPPORT IN HONORING A U.S. ARMY VETERAN AND NEW MEXICO NATIONAL GUARDSMEN TO HER FINAL RESTING PLACE. WE ARE HONORED TO ANNOUNCE THE FUNERAL ESCORT REQUEST ON BEHALF OF THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF SGT BERNADETTE TOLEDO.

DATE AND LOCATION:
SERVICE BEGINS 11 AM
DANIELS FUNERAL HOME (SOUTHERN CHAPEL) RIO RANCHO, NM
SATURDAY, SEP 14, 2024
MOTORCADE STAGING: 8 AM

KSU: 830 AM
ROUTE: FROM FUNERAL HOME ON UNSER/ SOUTHERN IN RIO RANCHO NM TO 550 (VIA UNSER) HEADING NORTH TO NM 279 HEAD WEST THRU SAN LUIS TO POWER LINE RD, HEAD NORTH TO TORREÓN NAVAJO MISSION

DESTINATION:
TORREÓN NAVAJO MISSION CEMETERY

CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION. VERNA HOWE or
AUDREY TSINNAJINNIE

Funeral escort for USMC PVT Roy V. Uentillie on 9/20/24
2024-09-20 08:00 - 11:30
Tse Bonito, NM – The family of USMC PVT Roy V. Uentillie humbly requesting a funeral escort on Friday, September 20, 2024.
STAGING: 8:00am Silver Creek Mortuary, Tse Bonito, NM
KSU:8:30am
DESTINATION: Ft. Defiance Veterans Cemetery
Roy Uentillie was born on August 27, 1948, in Low Mountain, AZ. He was Red Bottom People, born for the Salt Water Clan. His late parents are Billy and Ruth Uentillie. He was a proud U.S. Marine, a Rifleman and served in Vietnam from 1969 to 1971. He received the Combat Action Ribbon, National Defense Medal and Vietnam Medal. He is survived by his wife Helen Uentillie, his children Sean Uentillie, Helena Uentillie, Joel Uentillie and Kelby Uentillie and two grandchildren Jerron Smallcanyon and Jackson Kashoya.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC PVT Roy V. Uentillie. Rest in peace marine.Contact : Helena Uentillie
(daughter)

NHHR Meeting 9/23
2024-09-23 18:00 - 19:30
NHHR meeting on Sept. 23rd Monday at the conference room Comfort Suites, Gallup, NM, from 6:00pm – 7:30pm (Navajo time/NM time). If you cannot attend in person here is the Zoom link below.

Scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: NHHR Meeting
Time: Sep 23, 2024 6:00pm NM/Rez time (5:00 PM AZ/Flagstaff time)

Gold Star Mothers & Family Day
2024-09-29 11:30 - 14:00
Gold Star Mothers Day on Navajo Nation
The Board of Directors of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders cordially invites Gold Star Mothers and Families to the Navajo Nation Memorial Park on Sunday September 29, 2024.

We will be recognizing the sacrifice these families have made and honoring their loved ones who were killed in action while in military service in the defense of the Navajo Nation and the United States of America.

Gold Star Familes will be escorted by NHHR riders from Quality Inn to Veterans Memorial Park.
(staging will start at 1130am at Quality Inn and kick stands up 12pm)

A short ceremony will commence with the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem. Gold Star Families will be presented with certificates and a lapel pin. The ceremony will end with remarks by the Gold Star Families in remembrance of their loved ones.

This event is open to the public. (See attached flyer)

AGENDA FOR SUNDAY, SEPT. 29

STAGING: 11:30am Quality Inn, Window Rock, Az.
12:00pm Honor Riders Escort From Quality Inn to Veterans Park – Escort provided by
Navajo Nation Police – Flag Line Chichiltah Veterans Park- Patrick Arthur
12:30pm Post colors – Sa’anii’ Sila’altsoii’ Color Guard
12:40pm Invocation – Lawrence Lano NHHR Board Member – Ganado Veterans Organization Vice
Commander
12:45pm Pledge of Allegiance and National Anthem by Jewel Jones – Ganado Primary Princess 2022-
2023
13:00 Welcome – Leon Curley A Co-Founder of NHHR
13:10 Recognition of Gold Star Mothers and/or Families – Roll Call
13:20 Navajo Nation President – Dr. Buu Nygren
13:30 Navajo Nation Speaker – Crystalyne Curley
13:40 Navajo Nation Chief Justice – JoAnn Jayne
13:50 Navajo Nation Veterans Executive Director – Bobbie Baldwin
14:00 Laying of the Wreath & Moment of Silence
14:20 Gold Star Mother & families Opportunity to speak
14:40 Conclusion
14:45 Lunch

Gold Star Mothers Day on Navajo Nation

Funeral escort for USMC PFC Benjamin Staley on 10/3/24
2024-10-03 07:30 - 10:00
Shiprock, NM – The family of USMC PFC Benjamin Staley humbly requesting a funeral escort on Thursday, October 3, 2024.
STAGING: 7:30am Desert View Funeral Home Shiprock, NM
KSU:8:00am
DESTINATION: St. Isabel Catholic Church, Lukachukai, Az. for the funeral service. After service, burial site Staley Family Plot near Blackrock. (bikers note: road from church to burial site is 10 miles of dirt road, see map attached)
ROUTE: Shiprock to Lukachukai: South on Hwy 491 to Rte 13 stay on Rte 13 to Lukachukai. Lukachukai to Tsaile intersection: Rte 13 to Rte 12, stay on Rte 12 to Tsaile Store. Tsaile intersection to Dine’ College Circle Dr., Ind Rte 64 to College turn off to College Circle Drive.
Benjamin was born and raised in Canyon De Chelly and Black Rock area. He went to Intermountain Indian School in Salt Lake City, Utah. He enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1959 He was Honorably Discharged in 1962. He was a very proud and honorable veteran. He lived in Los Angeles, California for over 40 years, retiring from the ITT Aerospace Control center. He was known by his family as the “LA Man”. He moved back to Farmington, NM and his homeland at Black Rock 3 years ago. He loved being among his Kinyaa’aanii family of Black Rock and Canyon De Chelly. His interests included watching the LA Dodgers on TV and NFL Football. He was a very generous and loving dad, brother, uncle and grandfather (Chei & Nali). He will be missed greatly.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC PFC Benjamin Staley. Rest in peace marine.

Contact : Rosita Tsosie (niece)

Funeral escort for US Navy MM3 Pete Alonzo on 10/21/24
2024-10-21 10:30 - 12:00
Gallup, NM – The family of US Navy MM3 Pete Alonzo humbly requesting a funeral escort on Monday, October 21, 2024.
STAGING: 10:45am St. Francis Catholic Church @ 214 W Wilson Ave., Gallup, NM 87301
KSU:11:15am
DESTINATION: 11:30am Gallup State Veterans Cemetery, 333 National Cemetery Drive, Gallup, NM 8730
Pete Alonzo, 92 years old, was a proud U.S. Navy vet who served from May 28, 1951 – May 2, 1955 in the Korean War. He served aboard the U.S.S. Laws DD558 and was a Machinist Mate 3rd Class with several earned accolades, including: Korean Service Medal (2 Stars), United Nations Service Medal, China Service Medal, Korean Presidential Unit Citation, National Defense Service Medal, and more! He is survived by his four children and their spouses: Cathy and her husband, Harvey; Paul and his wife, DIana; Michael and his wife, JoAnn; Gabriel and his wife, Cleo. In addition, he is survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Please join us in honoring a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend to his final resting place where he will be laid to rest with his beloved wife, Geraldine. Rosary begins 9:30 AM @ St. Francis Catholic Church Mass at 10:00 AM Burial scheduled for 11:30 AM @ Gallup State Veterans Cemetery Reception to follow at St. Francis Community Hall Thank you for your continued support and prayers during this difficult time!

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Navy MM3 Pete Alonzo. Rest in peace sailor.
Contact : Courtney Spencer (Granddaughter)

Funeral escort for Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel Sr on 10/23
2024-10-23 07:00 - 11:00
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 Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel Sr. on 10/23
2024-10-23 07:30 - 12:30
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
