It is an honor the family of Samuel L. Lopresto invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in his funeral and military honors.
Samuel was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, 11 MAY 26, and passed away 6 APR 17.
Samuel enlisted in the Navy and on 15 SEP 44 was deployed as a Ship to Shore radioman with the 1st Marine Division when they landed on Peleliu Island to capture an air strip. This was part of a larger offensive known as Operation Forager. Soldier for soldier Peleliu was known as the bloodiest battle of the Pacific during the war.
After WWII Sam re-enlisted in the Army serving 6 years in Paris, France and was one of the lead people in forming the Communications Division, at Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE).
After the Army Sam enlisted in the Air Force and served for 12 years and was honorably discharged in 1967. He retired with the rank of Tech Sergeant, E-6, after having served in WWII, and during both the Korea and Vietnam eras.
In civilian life Sam was known as one of the foremost Numismatic (Stamp & coin) dealers in the country. He owned and operated one of the largest coin, stamp and sports card shows in the country.
Sam was a loving husband, father, and a very proud and patriotic Veteran. He is survived by his two sons, Robert and Danny.
Note: This notice is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this military veteran. For those interested all are welcome. We will accompany the hero and his family from the family to the mortuary. Please see time table if you would like to participate. For those that would rather go directly the mortuary, we will meet you there.
Time Line for Saturday, 13 MAY 17: 1600 hrs Stage at Wendy's Restaurant, 5326 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503
https://goo.gl/maps/UQNspXnCyEJ2 1615 hrs Mission briefing
1630 hrs KSU to family residence
1645 hrs Flag line for dignified transfer of Hero to family vehicle
1700 hrs KSU to Rice Mortuary, 5310 Torrance Bl., Torrance, CA 90503
https://goo.gl/maps/ewoe8zfDu5N2 1715 hrs Flag line for Hero to chapel
Ride Captain
Paul (PeaceKeeper) AndersonDowney, CA
310.717.3656
PeaceKeeper1944@gmail.com
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is 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 R/C (Ride Captain). 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.
