Last Sunday,
Lance Corporal Patrick W. Schimmel, 21, was killed in Afghanistan. The Missouri Native was one of three Marines killed during an expeditionary force operation. Schimmel joined the Marine Corps as a rifleman in 2006 following his graduation from Winfield High School.
To honor LCPL Schimmel, and to show support to his family during this difficult time, the American Red Cross will line the entrance of Jefferson Barracks Park while his remains are transported through the cemetery entrance to his final resting place.
We are asking that any volunteers, their family, and friends who would like to attend and pay respects gather at the Jefferson Barracks cemetery entrance Sunday, August 16th, beginning at 2:00p.m., but no later than 2:30 p.m. We will be lining the street to show our support and at the same time not be intrusive to the family during their time of grief. As you enter the cemetery, please park behind the Visitor’s Center.
The address to the cemetery is 2900 Sheridan Road, St. Louis, MO 63125. The cemetery is located in South County. From interstate 270, turn left onto the Telegraph Road exit. Travel north to third traffic signal and turn right onto Sheridan Road. The cemetery is on your right.
Please wear a Red Cross shirt or vest. If you do not have one, please wear a solid red shirt if possible. Please keep in mind that, if there is a chance of rain, bring an umbrella or rain jacket. Please refrain from bringing signs or banners of any kind. Small American flags are permitted.
If you would like to attend, please contact
Alice Dyle at 314.516-2843.
Nicole Holtgrefe is the Director of Client Services and Preparedness for the St. Louis Area Chapter.