This will be a 2 part mission
The U.S. Army and the family of SSG Jesus Francisco Maldonado Solorzano, 32, have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor this Hero at his arrival and services, we are honored and privileged to do so.
SSG Jesus F. Maldonado Solorzano passed away in Hawaii. He was assigned to the HHC 325th Combat Support Battalion, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.
NOTE: PGR Pall bearers may be needed for this Hero.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the airport approximately 22.5 miles to the funeral home for Part 1 and from the funeral home approximately 18.5 miles to his final resting place for Part 2. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Part 1 Time Table for Monday, 10 NOV 14: 1830 - Stage Bob Hope USO/LAX, 203 World Way, #200, Los Angeles, CA
http://goo.gl/maps/SEhnF 1845 - Mission briefing
1900 - KSU to arrival location
1945 - KSU approx 22.5 miles to East Olympic Funeral Home, 4556 E. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90022
http://goo.gl/maps/g3QmQ 2030 - Est arrival at Funeral Home and Flag Line for dignified transfer from coach to building
Part 2 on 12 NOV TBA R/C Weldon GermanPatriot Guard Ride Captain
pgrvalleyguy@aol.com
678-467-6870 cell
This mission involves an aircraft arrival. Arrival times can change at the last minute so please check this thread for any last minute changes before leaving. 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.
Please post your condolences for the family at this link:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?396800