MISSION ACCOMPLISHED: The North Texas Patriot Guard Riders stood tall and silent in honor of an American Hero CW4 Howard R. Crotty, U.S. Army. PGR participation was low due to cold, windy, and rainy conditions. Today's celebration was for a life lived to the fullest with honor, dignity and respect. The PGR honored his life, service and family with a flag line at DFW National Cemetery, Shelter B.