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The family of GySgt Howard Miller Jr. has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.

Howard was born on 13 September 1951 and entered into Eternal Rest on 28 July 2019.

Howard proudly served his country from 1972 to 1995 in the US Marine Corp. He was  trained as a Rifleman and an Infantry Unit Leader.  Some of his many awards include the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Navy Achievement Medal, Expert Rifle and Pistol Badges.

After the military, Howard worked at the Loma Linda VA for over 20 years until his retirement.  He loved to cook, and loved all things Marine Corp.

Howard is survived by his wife Patricia, 7 siblings, daughters Patryce, Tina, Pamala, Philonnia, Llisa, Pagge, Portsha, son Martin, 22 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren.

NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.

The weather is predicted to be hot so please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat; it can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat.

Time Table for Monday 19 August 2019
 
1215 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #1 for family, south of Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518 http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E

1230 – Mission Briefing

1300 – KSU to assigned Shelter for Flag line, Service and Military Honors

R/C Craig (HD Craig) Breskin
So Cal PGR Ride Captain
cbreskin@verizon.net
818-448-3955

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 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.
John D. "Major" Gretzinger
MAJ, AVN, USA (Ret.)
61st Avn Co (AHC) - Lucky 15
Administrator - SoCal PGR Mission Ops
Assistant State Captain, Southern California PGR