Honor Guard

The Honor Guard at Keesler AFB is a ceremonial unit responsible for representing the Air Force at various official functions and ceremonies. Comprised of highly-trained Airmen, the Honor Guard meticulously executes military drills, color guard presentations, and funeral honors to honor fallen comrades. Through their immaculate appearance, precise movements, and unwavering dedication, the Honor Guard exemplifies the Air Force’s core values and pays tribute to the service and sacrifice of military members.

Military Funeral Honors

To reach Military Honors or request services, contact the org box at keesler.honorguard@us.af.mil. or call 228.377.1985/0795.

Honor guard for off-base events

For all public events, send an official request to the Keesler Public Affairs Office at keesler.honorguard@us.af.mil. or call 228.377.1985/0795. Public affairs will respond with more information if needed. If approved, Public Affairs will direct you to coordinate directly with the Keesler Honor Guard.

Guidelines for off-base event requests

• Provide at least 30 days’ notice.
• Please remember that the honor guard’s primary function is to support funerals. Your request could be canceled due to a sudden change in mission requirements.
• Requests are balanced against several factors – does it support the Air Force, does it project the proper image, is it open to the public, and how many people will attend.

Special events and retirement ceremonies

When not performing funeral honors, the Keesler Honor Guard Team is available to post colors or perform the flag folding ceremony for most special events and retirements on base. The flag-folding ceremony can only be performed using the approved Air Force script. Your request should include the name, date and time of the event, point of contact, telephone numbers, and the service you would like provided.

If you have any questions, please call 228.377.1985/0795 or email keesler.honorguard@us.af.mil.