CORRECTION: DAY OF WEEK LISTED INCORRECTLY. DAY CORRECTED TO THURSDAY, 27 APRIL 2023The family of Robert Lee Weiss, Jr., as invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the military honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our privilege to fulfill their request.
Robert Weiss was born on May 26, 1947 and passed away on April 4, 2023. He was a Vietnam veteran who served in the United States Army from May 26, 1964 to May 24, 1970. He earned the Vietnam Service Medal w/3 Bronze Service Stars; Presidential Unit Citation, Meritorious United Commendation, Parachutist Badge, and Sharpshooter Badge. He was honorably discharged.
He was a loving partner, father, and brother. He worked as a truckdriver for most of his life after having served in the Army. His hobbies included many things: being a truck driver, telling jokes, and riding his motorcycle. Above all, his motorcycle was his most treasured hobby so much so that he was a part of a motorcycle club for 28 years.
Richard is survived by his longtime companion, Vicki Aukieman. He is also survived by his son Ricky Weiss; brothers John and David; and sister Linda. In addition, leaves behind two grandsons and three great-daughters. Richard was preceded in death by his brothers Norm, Donny, and Kenny, and his sister, Faye.
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 and his family from the mortuary to the cemetery, approximately 20 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
TIMETABLE FOR THURSDAY, 27 APRIL 20231015 - Stage at Grimes-Akes Family Funeral Home, 500 W 7th Street, Corona, CA. (There will be a one-hour viewing, 1000-1100 hours, ongoing.)
https://goo.gl/maps/Up9VdG65tNE5HUM191045 - Mission briefing.
1105 - Flag line for dignified transfer of Hero to the coach.
1110 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA.
https://goo.gl/maps/mA45GWnH1x8fzTB661145 - EST arrival to RNC and assigned cortège.
1215 - KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.
Lillian Riddell
SoCalPGR Mission Ops/Ride Captain
lilygirl54@roadrunner.com(909) 855-2623
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain.”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 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.
