The family of Joseph Francis Dorris, 69, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the Military Honors, of their loved one as he makes his final journey.
It will be our honor to do so.
Joseph served in the US Army, from 3/27/1979 THRU 3/26/83 achieving the rank of SP4 (E4), during Desert Storm.
He drove an 18-wheeler for 15 years after he retired and left the service, until his health prevented him from driving. He loved the travel. He was pretty shut down after he lost the ability to drive. In his spare time, he liked to draw pictures and fill them in with color.
Joseph leaves behind a son: Robert T. Dorris III; Father: Robert T. Dorris Jr; Mother Elva J. Dorris; 3 Brothers Albert, Bill and Gary; 5 Sisters; Sandra, Deborah, Addielee, Cynthia; Tonya.
Timetable for Tuesday, 04 November 20250930 - Briefing/Stage at LA National Cemetery (950 S. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, Ca (
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1000 - Escort Hero and Family to Shelter for Final Miliary Honors (one block west of main Cemetery) to new Columbarium.
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.
PGR Mission Coordinator:
Jack Bland
SoCal PGR Member
(310) 227-7492
