Military Vet Dies Alone With No One To Claim His Body, Bikers Show Up To Carry Casket For Tribute

Robert Krause, a former U.S. Marine from the 1950s, sadly died with no relatives to take custody of his remains.

Unfortunately, this meant he could have been interred anonymously, joining the ranks of veterans who end their lives with neither a home nor family to see them off.

Sometimes, potential kin either remain unaware of the veteran’s death or find the bureaucratic hurdles too daunting to navigate.

However, Nick Morales, who served in both the Marine Corps and the Army, refused to let Krause be forgotten in such a way. He held firm to the belief that every servicemember who has defended their nation should be laid to rest with due honor.

Spurred into action by this conviction, Morales set a plan in motion.

Communicating with like-minded bikers, Morales was joined by a dedicated crew at Krause’s memorial service.

Together, they proudly escorted the hearse transporting Krause from the hospital to his final resting place at the Florida National Cemetery.

Thanks to Nick Morales and these compassionate bikers, Robert Krause was afforded the departure ceremony worthy of someone who served their country with valor.

Surrounding Krause’s casket, Morales and his fellow bikers provided more than just an escort—they offered a heartfelt salute with the poignant notes of taps resonating in tribute.

Though Krause was a stranger to them in life, in death, he was embraced by a new squadron of brethren who gathered to voice his name and honor his service to the nation.