The family of David E. McNay, 91, USAF & Air Force Reserve, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the service of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It is our honor to do so.
David McNay proudly served in the USAF from August 15, 1952 to September 30, 1956 and continued his service in the USAF Reserves from September 30, 1956 and served until September 30, 1970. David flew AT6 airplanes, T-33 trainers and F-86 fighter jets. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal for his service. David achieved the rank of Captain.
David worked at Autonetics (A division of North American Aviation that produced various avionics but is best known for their inertial navigation systems used in submarines and intercontinental ballistic missiles). He also worked at Ford Aerospace (The aerospace and defense division of Ford Motor Company), where he designed and was a test pilot for their hovercraft. David designed the ducted fan blades used in the air-cushion vehicles or ACVs being used today. David worked for McDonnell Douglas as an Aerospace Engineer, where he designed and sold aircraft. He traveled around the world selling the DC-10 for McDonnell Douglas. David worked with NASA and designed some of the first parts made for jet aircraft out of carbon fiber filament.
David held a Master’s degree in electronics and thermal dynamics from Mississippi State College and Perdue University. He loved Peruvian Paso horses and spent many years with them at his ranch in Redlands.
David is survived by his sons Allan (Debbi), Larry, and Mark, and his grandchildren, Heather & Jennifer.
TIMETABLE FOR THURSDAY, 06 MAY 20211030 – Stage at Pierce Brothers Crestlawn Memorial Park & Mortuary, 11500 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92505.
https://goo.gl/maps/Dz5MijX5rDtwvr5x61045 – Mission Briefing.
1130 – Flag Line as David is brought from the building to the awaiting coach.
1145 – KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92518.
https://goo.gl/maps/PnDNBgMUHosfsLhb91230 – ETA to Riverside National Cemetery. (PGR staging: On E. Normandy, near the first roundabout, past Staging Area #9).
1300 – KSU to Committal/Shelter.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the Hero from the mortuary in Riverside, CA to his final resting place. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
NOTE: Please observe the latest COVID-19. Face coverings are required.R/C Clint "Smurf" Martin
lltk@sbcglobal.net
951-505-6362Do not follow where the path may lead...Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. – CourageYou do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. All PGR members are welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the initial staging area and you will be briefed there by the Ride Captain (RC). Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely.
Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and respect for our Heroes. No talking, smoking, or cell phone use during the flag line or service. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
