Navajo Hopi Honor Riders

Welcome home honor escort on 8/17 in Bloomfield, NM
2021-08-17 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Phoenix)
BLOOMFIELD, NM – Welcome home honor escort on Tuesday August 17, 2021, for US Army National Guard soldiers coming home from deployment. Hubbard, J; Henderson, B; Benally, H; Benally, Z; Benally, M; Russell, C; Brown, C; George, T; Pepin, R; Ashburn; Redhouse, T; Begaye and Shultz, D.
STAGING: 11:00am Hilltop Gas Station before Bloomfield, NM
KSU: 12:00pm
DESTINATION: Old Safeway, 730 W. Main St, Farmington, NM
ROUTE: From Bloomfield, N.M. Taking a left at the light in town. Traveling down US Hwy 64 (Bloomfield Hwy) coming into Farmington. Take a right onto Browning. Follow all the way onto Main Street. Take a left and head West on Main Street. The destination will be the Old Safeway on West Main Street! This will be the new route so hopefully there will be more participation with our community and businesses. Public is welcome to show their support along this route.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we welcome home the soldiers of New Mexico. Thank you for your service.
Contact: Vanessa Martinez
shorty44.m16@gmail.com

Honoring and remembering our fallen, Army Sgt. Troy O. Tom
2021-08-18
The Associated Press
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A 21-year-old Navajo soldier killed in Afghanistan was described by his mother as someone who made everyone smile and his father remembered him as an outgoing man with an interest in the outdoors and art.
Navajo Nation Council Delegate David Tom of Beclabito-Cudii and his wife, Carolyn Tom, flew to Dover Air Force Base, Del., for a brief ceremony Aug. 20 when the body of their son, Spc. Troy Orion Tom, was brought back to the United States.
“Right now he’s just our hero,” David Tom said Aug. 21. “His family is all proud of him that he was out there, serving his country.”
His son was killed in the Kandahar province, Afghanistan. David Tom said the family was told he stepped on a roadside bomb when his unit was setting up camp after a fight with Taliban insurgents.
Tom joined the Army in June 2006 after graduating from Aztec High School and was based in Fort Lewis, Wash. His father said he joined the military because he wanted to physically and mentally challenge himself.
“He was the nicest, the kindest, son. He made everybody smile. He always had a smile on his face — never, ever did he get mad. We’re going to miss him very much,” Carolyn Tom said before breaking down in tears.
David Tom said his son liked to hunt, fish and sketch, and enjoyed herding sheep when he was back on the reservation.
George Hardeen, spokesman for Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley Jr., said Tom is the ninth Navajo member of the military to die in either Afghanistan or Iraq since 2004.
Shirley will order flags lowered to half-staff before the funeral, Hardeen said.
(more information)

Funeral escort for USMC SGT Jerome J. Platero
2021-08-19 09:00 - 10:30
GALLUP, NM – The family of USMC SGT Jerome J. Platero is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Thursday August 19, 2021.
Staging: 9:00am Cope Memorial, Gallup, NM
KSU: 9:30am
Destination: Dalton Pass, NM (Nahodishgish Private Family Plot)
Route: north on Hwy 491, east on Rte.9 towards Crownpoint (48miles)
USMC SGT Jerome J. Platero served in the Marine Corp for a total of four years. One tour to Iraq in 2003 Operation Iraq Freedom, he worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Gallup, NM from 2005 to 2009, as a Realty Safety Clerk. He followed his wife to pursue her career in the Army and lived at Fort Campbell, KY and Fort Drum, NY. He was married to Nanette Platero for 20 years and had three children; Anthony Platero, Katelynn Platero and Andre Platero.
They moved back to Crownpoint, NM and began working with the Bureau of Indian Affairs in 2018 to 2021. He loved watching his kids play in high school sporting events, he was the community coach and dedicated fan. He enjoyed fishing, watching his teams play; the Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bulls, North Carolina Tarheels and Notre Dame Fighting Irish. He had the passion to cook and was an awesome chef, he invented his own recipes. He loved to chat with anyone and everyone in the Crownpoint community. He always had to stop, chat and shake everyone’s hand. He made everyone laugh. Jerome had the smile to brighten anyone’s day whether he knew them or not. He had the most distinctive contagious laugh that you wouldn’t forget! He was a very unique irreplaceable person with a genuine heart of gold. 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 USMC SGT Jerome J. Platero . We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace marine.
Contact: Nanette Platero
nanette_platero@yahoo.com

Funeral escort for US Army veteran Kelsey A. Begaye
2021-08-20 07:30 - 10:00
TUBA CITY, AZ – The family of US Army veteran Kelsey A. Begaye is humbly requesting a funeral escort on two separate days, August 20th and 24th.

Staging: August 20 Friday, 7:30am (DST) Valley Ridge Mortuary, Tuba City, Az.
KSU: 8:00am
Destination: Kaibeto Pure Heart Bible Church, Kaibeto, Az
Route: north on Hwy 160 to Tonalea then west on Navajo Rte.21 (45 miles)

Friday, August 20, at 10am (DST) at the Kaibeto Pure Heart Bible Church, Kaibeto, AZ this will be live streamed. Escort from Tuba City Funeral to Kaibeto and return back to Tuba City. The Sherriff and Coconino County police escort will lead the motorcade.

US Army veteran Kelsey A. Begaye was the fifth President of the Navajo Nation, he died at the age of 70. He was a Vietnam veteran. Begaye was born and raised in Kaibeto, Arizona. He was born to the late Wallace and Ada Begaye. He had two brothers and four sisters. He died August 13, 2021. He graduated from Monument Valley High in 1969 and attended the College of Ganado, where he studied chemical addictions and received a state certification in 1979. Begaye enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1969 and served the country for four years as a radio operator in the Republic of South Vietnam. Begaye worked for the Navajo Nation from 1976 to 1990, working as a counselor, a supervisor, a program director, an agency director, and most recently a Program Supervisor III for the Department of Behavioral Health Services.Begaye was elected to the Navajo Nation Council, representing Kaibeto Chapter in 1991. Then he was elected as speaker of the council in 1996, after which he ran for tribal president in 1999. He served as the president of the Navajo Nation from 1999 to 2003. Begaye in July 2011 was given an honorary doctorate degree – from the United Graduate College and Seminary in North Carolina – for his national advocacy in tribal education and health. Begaye was an ordained minister and served as president of Kaibeto Chapter.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army veteran Kelsey A. Begaye. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier.

Contact: Kellie Begaye (daughter)

19th Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride
2021-08-21 08:00 | Window Rock, Az.
19th Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Run
Due to the Covid-19, the NHHR board is consolidating the 4 day honor run into one day (198 miles), we would strongly feel that we need to continue with the mission statement to remember our fallen and never forget them. We will be providing each rider with a faceshield during this ride. (schedule will be on Daylight Savings Time)
19th Annual Lori Piestewa Navajo Hopi Honor Ride will be on 8/21/21 Saturday from Window Rock to Flagstaff, ONE day ride. CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines will be practiced for this ride. If you cannot ride, we understand, we will also provide virtual participation via ZOOM and provide a facebook LIVE on Saturday the 21st. (print scheduleNHHR2021_schedule)
Pre-registration on 8/20/21 Friday at host hotel: Comfort Inn Suites, Gallup, NM from 6pm to 8pm. (reduced rates at Comfort Inn Suites – mention “Navajo Hopi Honor Riders”)

Arrive
Rollout
August 21

7:30am
8:30am
Window Rock Veterans Tribal ParkParking lot of OPVP, Window Rock, Az.Police escort by Apache County Sheriff(7:30am Registration / KSU 8:30am)

10:00am
10:20am
Gas Stop: Keams Canyon, Az

10:50am
11:20am

12:20pm
12:40pm
Gas Stop: Leupp, Az

1:45pmDST(12:45pmFlagstafftime)

Outdoor ceremony:Recognize all Gold Star familiesRemember the fallen by saying their namesJoin virtually: ZOOM or NHHR Facebook LIVE Flagstaff, Az.

2021 SPONSORS

Navajo Parks & Recreation

Private donors/individuals

Funeral escort for US Army veteran Kelsey A. Begaye
2021-08-24 08:30 - 10:00
TUBA CITY, AZ – The family of US Army veteran Kelsey A. Begaye is humbly requesting a funeral escort on two separate days, August 20th and 24th.
Staging: August 24 Tuesday, 8:30am (DST) Valley Ridge Mortuary, Tuba City, Az.
KSU: 9:00am
Destination:11am (MST) Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery at Camp Navajo, Bellemont, AZ (91miles)
Tuesday, August 24, at 11am (MST Time) at Camp Navajo, Bellemont, AZ. Escort to start from Tuba City Funeral Home to Bellmont, AZ. The Sherriff and Coconino County police escort will lead motorcade. (please note difference in time DST rez time versus MST time)
US Army veteran Kelsey A. Begaye was the fifth President of the Navajo Nation, he died at the age of 70. He was a Vietnam veteran. Begaye was born and raised in Kaibeto, Arizona. He was born to the late Wallace and Ada Begaye. He had two brothers and four sisters. He died August 13, 2021. He graduated from Monument Valley High in 1969 and attended the College of Ganado, where he studied chemical addictions and received a state certification in 1979. Begaye enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1969 and served the country for four years as a radio operator in the Republic of South Vietnam. Begaye worked for the Navajo Nation from 1976 to 1990, working as a counselor, a supervisor, a program director, an agency director, and most recently a Program Supervisor III for the Department of Behavioral Health Services.
Begaye was elected to the Navajo Nation Council, representing Kaibeto Chapter in 1991. Then he was elected as speaker of the council in 1996, after which he ran for tribal president in 1999. He served as the president of the Navajo Nation from 1999 to 2003. Begaye in July 2011 was given an honorary doctorate degree – from the United Graduate College and Seminary in North Carolina – for his national advocacy in tribal education and health. Begaye was an ordained minister and served as president of Kaibeto Chapter.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army veteran Kelsey A. Begaye. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier.
Contact: Kellie Begaye (daughter)

Funeral escort for USMC CPL Silas Theodore Foster
2021-09-01 10:30 - 12:00
LOS LUNAS, NM – The family of USMC CPL Silas Theodore Foster is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Wednesday September 01, 2021.
STAGING: 10:30am Grace Fellowship Church, 3384 NM-47, Los Lunas, NM 87031
KSU: 11:15 am
DESTINATION: Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM
ROUTE: head north on I-25 (86 miles)
Funeral service will begin at 10:00am in Los Lunas at the Grace Fellowship Church.
USMC CPL Silas Theodore Foster, 34, is originally from Hogback, New Mexico, which is located on the Navajo Nation. He lived in Valencia County the last 5 years. His clans are Naasht’ézhi dine’é, Bit’ahnii, ‘Áshįįhi , Tódich’ii’nii. Silas graduated from Kirtland Central High School and joined the Marine Corps right after he graduated. Silas was a kind soul that loved spending time with family.
He served his country proudly from 2005-2007. Honors, medals, ribbon and awards include Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal; Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Iraq; Sea Service Deployment Ribbon; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Certificate of Appreciation; Expert Rifle Badge; Sharpshooter Pistol Badge
Contact: Arias Foster (sister)
afoster00001@gmail.com

Funeral escort for US NAVY AMSAA Darnell T. Dennison
2021-09-03 11:00 - 12:30
GALLUP, NM – The family of US NAVY AMSAA Darnell T. Dennison is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Friday September 03, 2021.

STAGING: 11:00am Sacred Heart Cathedral, 415 E. Green Ave, Gallup, NM 87301
KSU: 11:30 am
DESTINATION: Family plot, Buffalo Springs, NM
ROUTE: west on HWY 491

Funeral service will be conducted for immediate family only at 10am, Sacred Heart Cathedral. 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.

NAVY AMSAA Darnell T. Dennison was born on August 22, 1970. He graduated from Tohatchi High School in 1989, then shortly after he enlisted into the US Navy, where he proudly served for four years as an aviation structural mechanic airman apprentice. He served during Operation Desert Storm, during that time he was honored with the National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with Bronze Star and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with Bronze Star. Darnell has five beautiful children. He enjoyed the outdoors and traveling. He was a great fisherman and a huge Dallas Cowboys fan. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US NAVY AMSAA Darnell T. Dennison. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace sailor.

Contact: Darraine Dennison (sister)
Raineedd78@yahoo.com

In memory of Marine Lance Cpl. Quinn A. Keith
2021-09-06
Lance Cpl. Quinn A. Keith, died September 6, 2004 Serving During Operation Iraqi Freedom
Associated Press
SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah Marine was among seven killed in a car bomb attack near Fallujah, Iraq, his family said.
Lance Cpl. Quinn A. Keith, 22, of Blanding, died Monday.
The military has not yet released the identities of the seven victims and could not confirm the family’s report.
Keith, a weapons specialist, joined the Marine Corps fresh out of school in Page, Ariz., where he was active in wrestling, relatives told the Deseret Morning News.
Keith was a Navajo and belonged to the Towering House clan and then to the Bitter Water clan.
“He was willing to go to war to sacrifice his life for his country and his reservation,” said his younger brother, Chad.
He was scheduled to end his tour in Iraq in just a little more than three weeks and planned to serve the remainder of his time in California.

Funeral escort for USMC LANCE CPL Terrance Jasper
2021-09-16 06:00 - 11:00
CHANDLER, AZ – The family of USMC LANCE CPL Terrance Jasper is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Thursday September 16, 2021.
STAGING: 6:00am Bueler Mortuary, 14 W. Hulet Dr. Chandler, AZ 85225
KSU: 6:30am
GAS STOP: 8:45am Shell, Munds Park, exit 322 (26miles from Flagstaff, Az)
DESTINATION: Funeral Service at 10am, Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, 4165 S. Lake Mary Rd. Flagstaff, Az 86001

11:30am Gravesite/Interment, Citizen’s Cemetery Veteran Section, 800 S. Verde St. Flagstaff, Az 86011

USMC LANCE CPL Terrance Jasper was born 1986, he began traveling the states and graduated 2004 from NHS with honors, he received the Chief Manuelito Scholarship. He went to pursue a degree at ASU in Engineering.
In January 2005, he followed his uncle’s footsteps and joined the toughest branch, the USMC. He served 4 years, then became an active father to his children, Leilani and James. He worked in Phoenix with a company called, Corbins Electric, he quickly grew within the company and advanced. He held the title of a journeyman electrician. He was a great husband and even greater father. Terrance joined the ranks and reported for duty on September 7th. His family supported his decision and stood by him. Semper Fidelis! Semper Fortis !
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC LANCE CPL Terrance Jasper We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace marine.

POW/MIA Recognition Day
2021-09-17
Riverside National Cemetery, CA – Sept.17th, today we remember prisoners of war and all those missing in action, you are never forgotten #powmiarecognitionday
#freedomflag #forthefallenflag #codetalkerflag #neverforget #flagsofhonorescorts #nhhriders #navajohopihonorriders

Funeral escort for ARMY SGT Anderson H. Lee
2021-09-24 09:00 - 10:30 | Rollies Mortuary, 401 E Nizhoni Blvd, Gallup, NM, 87301, United States
GALLUP, NM – The family of ARMY SGT Anderson H. Lee is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Friday September 24, 2021.

STAGING: 9:00am Rollies Mortuary, 401 E Nizhoni Blvd,Gallup NM
KSU: 9:30am
DESTINATION: Southwest Indian Ministries, 17 mi west of Gallup, NM. Then to Gallup City Cemetery immediately after service concludes.

Funeral service at 10am will be conducted for immediate family only. CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines will be practiced to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.

ARMY SGT Anderson H. Lee, 58, was an amazing man, he was a man of faith, he always encouraged everyone he knew to have a relationship with God. He served our country with great pride! He was a wonderful father, grandfather, brother, uncle, papa and friend. He was a forgiving man and believed in second chances for everyone. He is known for his good and kind heart and love for helping his community.

He devoted 9 years helping his community as the service coordinator at Red Rock Community. He had a great sense of humor, always making people laugh. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, just cruising around. He loved the Pittsburgh Steelers, he was a musician and played the guitar for various ministries, including the gospel band, the Joyful Sounds.

He had four daughters, a son-in-law and 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. They were his pride and joy! His heart for his family was everything, he was full of love, 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 ARMY SGT Anderson H. Lee. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier.

Contact: Andrea Lee (daughter)
aelee1313@gmail.com

Honoring Veterans at Chandler Harley Davidson
2021-09-25 10:00 - 14:00
CHANDLER, AZ – Come say hello on 9/25 SAT #HonoringVeterans at Chandler Harley Davidson from 10am-2pm. #NavajoHopiHonorRiders will be there for any questions about their mission & also have NHHR merchandise to purchase on site. See you there! Free Food, Live Band, Bikini Wash & Food/Water Drive #neverforget#navajohopihonorflag #flagsofhonorescorts#nhhriders #honorRiders

Navajo Nation Gold Star Families Day
2021-09-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Window Rock, Az.
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez will read the proclamation for Navajo Nation Gold Star Families Day at 9:00am at the Window Rock Veterans Memorial Park on Sunday morning 9/26/21.
Opening remarks: Vice president, Myron Lizer
Remembering the Fallen: reading their names by Bobby Martin, NHHR president

Honor Riders are welcome to attend, please wear masks and follow Navajo Nation CDC guidelines.

A “LIVE” video will be provided on the NHHR facebook beginning at 9am.

STAGING: 8:45am Chevron in Window Rock
DESTINATION: 8:55am Window Rock Veterans Memorial Park

Funeral escort for ARMY veteran Ernest Benally
2021-09-29 10:00 - 11:00
GALLUP, NM – The family of ARMY veteran Ernest Benally is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Wednesday September 29, 2021.

STAGING: 10:00am Rollies Mortuary, 401 E Nizhoni Blvd,Gallup NM
KSU: 10:45am
DESTINATION: Gallup State Veterans Cemetery, Gallup, NM

Gravesite service 11am will be conducted for immediate family only. CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines will be practiced to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.

ARMY veteran Ernest Benally, 74, he served 3 years total, 1.5 yrs here in the States and 1.5 yrs in Vietnam. He was from Rocksprings, NM. He was married to Hilda Benally for 51 yrs. He had 6 children. His clan Tachii’nii born for To Dik’ozhi. He was a welder, worked construction and did carpentry work. He was very active in Veterans Senior Olympics until he became sick. At a young age he participated in Rodeos throughout Utah. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren play in sports. 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 ARMY veteran Ernest Benally . We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier.

Contact: Sheila Brown (daughter)
s21bro@gmail.com

Funeral escort for ARMY STAFF SGT Samuel Shorty
2021-10-08 10:30 - 12:30
FARMINGTON, NM – The family of is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Friday October 8, 2021.

STAGING: 10:30am Sagebrush Church, 1501 Sunrise Pkwy, Farmington, NM
KSU: 11:30am
DESTINATION: Memory Gardens Cemetery, 6917 E. Main St., Farmington NM

Funeral service will be at 10am, to be conducted for immediate family only. CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines will be practiced to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.

ARMY STAFF SGT Samuel Shorty was a retired veteran from Farmington, NM who served with active/reserve time total of 26 years. He was deployed during Operation Iraqi Freedom, he served as a convoy commander and led nine combat convoy combat missions.

Among Sam’s other accomplishments was receiving an Associates of Applied Science degree; working as an intern with NASA during the deployment of the Hubble Space Telescope; tutoring many students at Animas Elementary School as a teacher assistant and was a mentor to many offering personal/professional guidance. He worked at Raytheon as a Plant Associate for 12 years. His hobbies included golfing, watching football (Redskins & Vikings fan), Indy car and NASCAR racing, Western movies and listening to old school music.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of ARMY STAFF SGT Samuel Shorty. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier.

Contact: Vanessa Martinez
shorty44.m16@gmail.com

Funeral escort for US Navy Seaman Isaiah S. Frank
2021-10-11 09:30 - 17:00
SHIPROCK, NM – The family of US Navy Seaman Isaiah S. Frank is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Monday October 11, 2021.
STAGING: 9:30am Desert View Funeral Home, Shiprock, NM
KSU: 10:00am
DESTINATION: Black House Valley, Newcomb, NM (40 mi)
Gravesite service will be at 11am, to be conducted for immediate family only. CDC and Navajo Nation Covid-19 guidelines will be practiced to protect friends and family. Thank you for understanding and cooperating.
US Navy Seaman Isaiah S. Frank was 24, he’s originally from Black House Valley, Newcomb, Eagle, Douglas Mesa, Monument Valley, UT. He is from Navajo tribe. He was very shy, yet he was a man that was very heartfelt and caring. He touched many people throughout his life. Isaiah was very determined to have a purpose in life and he chose to serve his country proudly in the US Navy, where he was awaiting his ship USSOH10 as an MTSN, Missile Tech Seaman for submarine.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Navy Seaman Isaiah S. Frank. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Contact: Tanya Perry (mother)
typerr9@gmail.com

Funeral escort for US Navy veteran Loretta Thompson Scott
2021-10-15 08:30 - 17:00 | Norvel Owens Mortuary, 914 E. Rte 66,, Flagstaff, AZ, 86004, United States
FLAGSTAFF, AZ – The family of US Navy veteran Loretta Thompson Scott is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Friday October 15, 2021.

STAGING: 8:45am Norvel Owens Mortuary, 914 E Rte 66, Flagstaff, AZ
KSU: 9:15am
DESTINATION: Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Camp Navajo, Bellemont, Az.

“US Navy veteran Loretta Thompson Scott, 61, was a strong beautiful Navajo woman who was loved by all, while encouraging many throughout her life. My mom had so many hard obstacles in her life and she never made excuses to get through them, she always kept fighting. My mother served 21 years in teh Navy, and given the opportunity to be on the mercy ship, this was her big heart shining through. Family was always by her side. She had 7 siblings, 5 children, 10 grandchildren and married twice. She put up a month-long fight against covid, then sent off peacefully last week.”

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Navy veteran Loretta Thompson Scott. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Contact: Jestina Thompson (daughter)
jloriaht14@gmail.com

Funeral escort for US Army SPC Jonathan Taylor
2021-10-16 10:00 - 11:30
WINSLOW, AZ – The family of US Army SPC Jonathan Taylor is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Saturday October 16, 2021.
STAGING: 10:15am Greer’s Mortuary, 316 W 2nd St, Winslow, AZ 86047
KSU: 10:30am
DESTINATION: Holbrook Pentecostal Church of God, 523 Mission Ln, Holbrook, Az. (33 miles)
US Army SPC Jonathan Taylor was a sharpshooter, Army achievements include; metal with a 2nd oak leaf, Army Commendation Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal 1st AWD, National Defense Service medal, Southwest Asia service medal, expert badge (Rifle M16 and hand grenade).
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army SPC Jonathan Taylor. We thank you for your service soldier, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Contact: Melinda Naranjo (sister)
oliveeye2002@yahoo.com

Request for escort: The Wall That Heals
2021-10-26 14:00 - 15:00
Pinetop-Lakeside, Az- Tuesday 10/26/21
2:00 pm: Riders available to escort The Wall That Heals from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Stake Center to Mountain Meadow Recreation Complex.
2:45 pm: Arrival Ceremony ——————–

Wednesday | October 27, 2021
8:30 am : Set up The Wall ——————–

Thursday | October 28-31st
12:01 am: The Wall Opens For Viewing – 24 Hours a Day

Funeral escort for US Army SPC4 Ernest Steven Reed
2021-10-30 09:00 - 11:00
TUBA CITY, AZ – The family of US Army SPC4 Ernest Steven Reed is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Saturday October 30, 2021.

STAGING: 9:00am DST Valley Ridge Mortuary, Tuba City, Az.
KSU: 9:30am DST

DESTINATION: 11:00am Page Cemetery, 575 S. Lake Powell Blvd, Page, Az

Ernest S. Reed, US Army Specialist 4 was assigned to 180th Aviation Company as an Aviation Repairman, specifically repairing and maintaining Army helicopters. He was an especially big fan of the Chinooks and took great pride in having worked on and flying them.

After his military service, for a short period, he was a Wildlife Resource Officer for the Navajo Nation Game and Fish Department before starting his 38 year career at Navajo Generating Station and Salt River Project Corporation as a Railroad Specialist, Track Equipment Operator and Mechanic. Upon his retirement, he was recognized most for his safe-mindfulness and skillful operation of heavy-equipment, cranes and the famous coal train.

In his leisure he will be remembered most for having been an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, scouting for hunts, camping, fishing and being in the elements.

Our family is comforted by the thought of our Patriarch reuniting with our Matriarch, his best friend and wife, on “happy hunting grounds”.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army SPC4 Ernest Steven Reed. We thank you for your service soldier, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Contact: Tarah Weeks
tarahmombegay@gmail.com

Funeral escort for US Army PVT Lee Cook
2021-11-02 05:00 - 10:30
ST. MICHAELS, AZ – The family of US Army PVT Lee Cook is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Tuesday November 2, 2021.

STAGING: 4:45am Summit Funeral Home, St. Michaels, Az
KSU: 5:00am
DESTINATION: 10am National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024

ROUTE: south on Route 12, onto I-40 to Flagstaff, south on I-17 to Cave Creek

US Army PVT Lee Cook was born in the summer of 1930. He was of the Bįįh bitoodnii (Deer Springs People Clan), and born for Kiyaa’áanii (Towering House People Clan). He was originally from Smoke Signals, Arizona where he resided alongside his wife of 65 years, Ella R. Cook. Together, they built a life together.

When Lee was 16 years old, he was a student at Keams Canyon Boarding School. When the white buses pulled up to the area, he lied about his age, and was drafted into the US Army. He left school to serve his country. He served in the Korean War in the 1950s, he was a purple heart recipient and listed as a POW with the Veteran’s Administration. He was discharged from the US Army in 1955. As a humbled man, Lee did not publicly disclose his service experiences or stories with many; he always told people that he left the stories on the battlefields where they belong.

At the age of 91, he leaves behind a lifetime of teachings and leadership to his surviving family members. He was a proud father, grandfather, nali. He had eight children, five adopted children, twenty-two grandchildren, and thirty-five great great grandchildren. He was the biggest Arizona Cardinals fan and took deep interests in livestock, western movies, and Navajo traditional ceremonies.

Our family is kindly requesting an escort from St. Michaels to Cave Creek, where he will be laid to rest, next to his brother and sisters in arms at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona on November 2, 2021 at 10am. Summit Funeral Home is allowing a 30 minute viewing on Nov.1 Monday. Though he remained humbled about his service, we are committed to preserving his legacy by publicly recognizing his military service.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army PVT Lee Cook. We thank you for your service soldier, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Contact: Cassie Cook (granddaughter)
ceecook3@yahoo.com

Funeral escort for USMC PVT Nathaniel Bryan Bizardi
2021-11-16 06:30 - 08:30
TUBA CITY, AZ – The family of USMC PVT Nathaniel Bryan Bizardi is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Tuesday November 16, 2021.
STAGING: 6:30am Valley Ridge Mortuary, Tuba City, Az
KSU: 7:00am
DESTINATION: Hardrock Mission gravesite (78 miles, see map attached)
ROUTE: Tuba City to Hopi Cultural Center then north to Hard Rock MissionUSMC PVT Nathaniel Bryan Bizardi, our son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew was born in Keams Canyon Arizona, his mother is Velia Bizardi-Yazzie. He was raised in Dinebitio, Arizona and enlisted into the Marines in March of 2000. He was a very proud Marine and trained as an Arms Repair Tech.
He graduated from Greyhills Academy, an all star basketball player. He enjoyed bullriding and helping his family. He is survived by his daughter, grandchild, 3 sisters, 1 brother and mother as well as very close family that each had a special place in his heart. He will be dearly missed.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC PVT Nathaniel Bryan Bizardi. We thank you for your service marine, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Contact: Harriet Yazzie (sister)
hjyazzie@gmail.com

Funeral escort for USMC CPL Marvin Lee Fuson
2021-11-18 08:00 - 10:00
MICHAELS, AZ – The family of USMC CPL Marvin Lee Fuson is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Thursday November 18, 2021.
STAGING: 8:00am Summit Funeral Home, St. Michaels, Az
KSU: 8:30am
DESTINATION: Naschitti Community Cemetery, Naschitti, NM (54 miles)
Graveside service at 10am.
USMC CPL Marvin Lee Fuson was born inTeesto, Az on June 12, 1961, he passed away on November 11, 2021 at the age of 60 yrs old. Fuson served in the USMC from June 5, 1981 to June 5, 1984. MOS-3381, Food Service Specialist 0321, Reconnaissance Marine. Last duty assignment: 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division.
Fuson enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, reading and family cookouts. He also served as a Navajo Nation Police Officer, to serve and protect the people.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of USMC CPL Marvin Lee Fuson. We thank you for your service marine, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Contact: Monica Fuson (daughter)
fusonrmonica@gmail.com

Need Volunteers
2021-12-01 10:00 - 11:00
Ft. Defiance, Az- Navajo Hopi Honor Riders needs some volunteers to help transport toys from Ft. Defiance to Gallup, NM on Dec. 1 Wednesday @10am, 7-2-11 store in Ft. Defiance. ( Need flat bed, trailer, trucks and muscles ) contact Bobby Martin

Funeral escort for US Army veteran Travis Rock 12/3
2021-12-03 07:30 - 11:00
FLAGSTAFF, AZ – The family of US Army veteran Travis Rock is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Friday December 3, 2021.
STAGING: 7:00am Lozano’s Flagstaff Mortuary, 2545 N. 4th St, Flagstaff, Az
KSU: 7:30am
DESTINATION: 11:00am Kayenta Veterans Cemetery, Kayenta, Az.
US Army veteran Travis Rock, 55, was born on May 12, 1966 to Wilson and Jennie Rock. He was the oldest of six children. Travis attended Monument Valley High School from 1980-1985. He was a US Army Infantry Man from 1987-1991 with an honorary discharge. He spent most of his military career in Germany. He attended Kicking Horse Job Corps and graduated from Crownpoint Institute of Technology, gaining an education and training in carpentry and heavy equipment. He had many jobs throughout his short but full life. He was a hard worker, and very dedicated to his family. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends.
Following the burial service, a reception will be held at Jennie L. Rock’s residence.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army veteran Travis Rock. We thank you for your service soldier, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Contact: Cheryl Rock (sister)
carock31@gmail.com

Holiday Food & Toy Drive
2021-12-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Comfort Suites, Gallup, Nm, 3940 E. Highway 66, Gallup, NM, 87301, United States
Gallup,NM- NHHR riders, biker family, friends and volunteers. We will need help organizing & distributing Holiday toys for children and food on Dec. 4th Saturday at 10am at the Comfort Suites parking lot, Gallup. (Exit 26)

We need your help getting them out the the children and families who need them in your communities.
Contact Bobby Martin

Funeral escort for US Army SFC Wilbur Jacob Nez
2021-12-06 10:30 - 11:30
GALLUP, NM – The family of US Army SFC Wilbur Jacob Nez is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Monday December 6, 2021.
STAGING: 10:30am Rollie Mortuary, Gallup NM
KSU: 11:00am
DESTINATION: 11:00am Kinlichee Community Cemetery, Apache County, Kinlichee Az
Korean War Veteran 1st tour April 1951 – April 1954
Berlin Crisis 2nd tour of duty July 1961 – May 1964
Medial for Sharpshooting.
US Army SFC Wilbur Jacob Nez worked for many years for the Navajo Nation as Auditor General, Economic Developent Industrial Specialist. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, camper/outdoorsman. Hobbies include singing, song & dance, gourd dancing, leathercrafts, and carpentry.
On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army SFC Wilbur Jacob Nez. We thank you for your service soldier, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Contact: Melinda Nez (daughter)
mnez2003@hotmail.com

Funeral escort for US Army SGT Jackie Joe Williams
2021-12-11 11:00 - 13:30
WINSLOW, AZ – The family of US Army SGT Jackie Joe Williams is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Saturday December 11, 2021.

STAGING: 11:15am Winslow Funeral Home, 1505 W 3rd St, Winslow, AZ
KSU: 12:00noon

DESTINATION: Family Plot near west Canyon Diablo, north of exit 225

US Army SGT Jackie Joe Williams was born December 28, 1946 at home in Tolani Lake, AZ. His clans are Tlizilani, born for Biih bitoo’nii. Nali clan Tsinaajinii; chei clan: Kin yaa’ aanii. He was born to Alex & Amy Williams of Birdsprings, AZ. He had 8 sisters (7 living) & 3 brothers who have all preceded him in death. Of his siblings he had 20 nieces & 17 nephews. He had 5 children, 4 boys (Jerry Williams, Ronald Williams, Gary Williams, Mike Williams and 1 daughter (Jacqueline Williams) who preceded him in death. He has 8 grandkids (Jayden, Alex, Dante, Bryce, Joshua Paddock, Brenley, Mikenzi & Jayce Williams. He graduated from Flagstaff High school and received his diploma in May of 1966. He married the love of his life Eleanor Williams September 30, 1966.

While enrolled at Phoenix College he was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. He served 4 years and was a purple star recipient, he was hurt in the Vietnam war and was hit by shrapnel to the leg & knee. He loved to fish, play cards, Sudoku, driving/cruising in the mountains. He lived in the White Mountain area for over 40 years in Springerville, Eager, and Linden, before relocating to Leupp, Arizona. He worked as an electrician all his adult life with Union 518. He was loved by all and will be dearly missed, he was everybody’s favorite uncle.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army SGT Jackie Joe Williams. We thank you for your service soldier, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Contact: Mike Williams (son)
tonson49@hotmail.com

Funeral escort for US Army SP4 Virginia Smiley Jones
2021-12-17 11:00 - 12:30
SHIPROCK, NM – The family of US Army SP4 Virginia Smiley Jones is humbly requesting a funeral escort on Friday December 17, 2021.

STAGING: 11:00am Desert View Funeral Home, Shiprock, NM
KSU: 12:00noon
DESTINATION: Family plot in Toadleana, NM
ROUTE: south on Hwy 491 to Speedway 7266-491. Indian service route BIA 19 west, 5 miles west to family plot.

US Army SP4 Virginia Smiley Jones joined the US Army on August 5, 1980. She served 3 years 11months 29 days. Stationed in Fort Riley, KS and she also did overseas duty for 1 year 11months 22 days in Germany. On August 3, 1984 she was honorably discharged. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

On behalf of the Navajo Hopi Honor Riders, we send our condolences and prayers to the family of US Army SP4 Virginia Smiley Jones. We thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Contact: Chevy (nephew)
chevyblues09@gmail.com
