The family of Mark T. Kochenower has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
Mark T. Kochenower joined the Army in 1980 and proudly served until 1983. He was very proud of his time in the Army. During his 3 years, Mark earned the Army Service Ribbon and the Overseas Service Ribbon.
Mark loved Rock and Roll live music, Blues music, Nascar and motorsports. He was known to his friends as the most loving and kind person you could ever meet. His friend Steve Gomez was his family and Mark referred to Steve’s parents as Mom and Dad.
Mark was just 64 when he passed and he is going to be truly missed.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, all PGR members are welcome. This Mission will be an accompaniment from the American Legion Post 460 to Miramar National Cemetery, approx. 5 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Timetable for Thursday October 16th, 20251145 - Stage at American Legion Post 460, located at 7815 Armor Drive San Diego, CA 92111
https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7vV8wLKpKT15JCQ9 1200 - Mission Briefing
1215 - Flag Line of Honor for transfer of hero to Steve’s motorcycle
1230 - KSU for Miramar National Cemetery
1300 - (Est) Arrive at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
https://maps.app.goo.gl/prnu7WAs6YrifbZg6 1330 - Flag Line of Honor, Funeral Service with Military Honors at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
R/C Stacey McCarthy “Lil Bit”
SoCal PGR Regional Captain(619) 277-5176
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 is your first mission, go to the initial staging area, and you will be briefed by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or wear casual attire while driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely.
Remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent 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. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we honor.
