The family of Carl Hill, 70, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to accompany their hero on his final journey and attend his military honors. It is our privilege to fulfill their request.
Carl served with the United States Navy from 12/1975 to 03/1995. He served in the Gulf War. He retired at the rank of Gunner’s Mate, 1st Class. He was awarded the Sea Service Ribbon w/2 Bronze Stars, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Battle (E) Ribbon, and Good Conduct Medal.
His faith as a Catholic was the cornerstone of his life. He was an accomplished professional bowler in his earlier years. He had a love for the outdoors evident by his enthusiasm for fishing and Quick Drawn competitions, earning him the title of “Gun Slinger.” Carl also enjoyed trips to the casino, relishing the challenge of black jack and the excitement of playing slots.
Carl's life was rich with the love of his family. He was a dedicated husband to his wife of over four decades, Corazon T. Hill, whom he married on August 20, 1983. Together, they nurtured a family that became Carl's pride and joy. He will be missed by his wife, five children and sixteen grandchildren. He also leaves behind three sisters, one aunt, and three uncles, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by four brothers and his parents.
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 14 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, 13 NOVEMBER 20251300: Stage Evans-Brown Mortuary, 27010 Encanto Dr, Sun City, CA. (Please arrive quietly as service will be in process.)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/NEMPTz6wNfm3poEb91330: Mission briefing.
1345: Flag line as hero is moved from the chapel to the coach.
1350: KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UAoAQTYkLzPAM6nn71430: ETA to Riverside National Cemetery and move to assigned staging lane.
1445: KSU to committal for flag line and military honors.
Lillian Riddell
Assistant State Captain SoCal
lilygirl54@roadrunner.com
(909) 855-2623You 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.
