The family of Andre Barriga has invited the Patriot Guard Rides to be present to honor their hero for his service. It will be our privilege to do so.
SCPO Andre Barriga served in the US Navy from 1992 to 2016. Our Hero Served in USS Peleliu (LHA-5), HSC-3, USS Constellation (CV-64), Aviation/Shipboard Firefighting School, USS Belleau-wood (LHA-3), Center for Naval Leadership, Iraq as an Individual Augmentee, USS Nimitz, USS Sterett (DDG-104), Commander, Naval Air Forces. Served in Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.
He served as an Aviation Boatswains Mate Firefighter, he had what some call the most dangerous job in the Navy, he controlled the landings of aircraft on the decks of Aircraft Carriers. He retired from the Navy as a Senior Chief.
Sadly, he suffered from PTSD as a result of his service and never recovered.
Andre enjoyed 4-wheeling in the sand dunes and working on projects around the house.
Andre is survived by his loving wife Susan Barriga, and 3 daughters Brittin Barriga, Raquel, and Veronica Barriga.
This is a Combat Related mission. Dog tags will be available.Note: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Time Table for Wednesday July 10, 2019:1145 - Arrive at LDS Church El Nopal Ward, 10052 N Magnolia Avenue, Santee, CA 92071
https://goo.gl/maps/LY5nqFPpfdg4UXrx71200 - Mission briefing
1230 - Flag Line for Dignified transfer of Hero to coach
1250 - KSU for Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr., San Diego, CA 92122 (approx 15 miles)
https://goo.gl/maps/2VLkPBJ2HHtu11ea90130 - Arrive at Miramar NC
0200 - Flag Line and Service with full Military Honors
R/C Stacey McCarthy
“Lil Bit”
SoCal PGR Ride Captainsmoerschell@yahoo.com
619-277-5176
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.
