The Gary Sinise Foundation is a foundation dedicated to the American Military Heroes. They do many different things to benefit Veterans and the PGR has been fortunate to be included in many of those events including Hollywood Salutes Veterans, Soaring Valor and Snowball Express.
They have most recently raised money to build a home for SCPO Kenton Stacy, USN, Wounded Warrior. The PGR has been invited to be there as this Hero and his family receives the keys to their new home. We are honored to do so.
Retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Kenton Stacy grew up in Greenville, Ohio, a small farming community. Growing up, Kenton loved BMX biking and competed in competitions during high school. He also had a passion for construction, working for Habitat for Humanity after high school graduation, building homes for families in need.
Kenton and his wife Lindsey were high school sweethearts, and soon after they married, Kenton joined the U.S. Navy. Although he initially planned on serving four years before enrolling in college, Kenton loved both the military community and his job as an Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) technician, so he chose to continue his life in the military. On November 19, 2017, while serving in Syria, Kenton was severely injured by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). As a result of the blast, Kenton became a quadriplegic and was blinded in his left eye. He also experiences issues with speech. Kenton has undergone extensive rehabilitation in several facilities including the TIRR (The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research) Memorial Hermann in Houston, Texas. Kenton has received numerous awards for his service including a Purple Heart, a Bronze Star Medal, and three Navy Achievement Medals. He is proud to have been named the 2010 USO Sailor of the Year.
The Stacy’s current home is two stories, making it incredibly difficult for Kenton to navigate through the residence in his wheelchair. The Stacy’s have four children, Logan, Mason, Annabelle, and Sadie. Lindsey serves as the primary caretaker for Logan, who has special needs. A specially adapted smart home would significantly improve Kenton’s quality of life as well as provide assistance for Lindsey and their family.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Friday, 21 MAY 2021:0715 - Stage at Valle Verde Park, Poway, CA. 92064 (parking lot)
https://goo.gl/maps/Y8jAd4o9JekDm2vQ90730 - Mission briefing
0745 - KSU to family's new home
0800 - Arrive at family's new home
0845 - Flag Line for family's arrival
R/C Paul “RoundTrip” McCarthy
SoCal PGR Ride Captain619 838-9123
pmccarth1@gmail.com
You 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 by the Rid Captain (R/C). 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.
