The family of Michael Bell, 67, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor him for his military service. It is our honor to do so.
Michael enlisted in the US Navy on November 8, 1971 and was discharged April 10, 1973. He proudly served his country as part of the U.S. Navy firefighting team.
After leaving the military, Michael worked for both Southern California Edison and the County of San Bernardino. He retired from both institutions.
Michael loved visiting Palm Springs, taking cruises, golfing, and playing poker.
He is survived by his wife, Tami. He is also survived by his three children, Mike Jr., Jacob and Jillian, and nine grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the family residence to the local American Legion Hall, approx 6 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the American Legion Hall, we will meet you there.
Time Table for Saturday, November 30, 2019:1115 - Stage at the entrance to Belmont Shore Mobile Home Estates, 6230 E Marina View Dr, Long Beach, CA (Hero's cremains will be in 5 urns to take to the service; will be taken individually in 4-5 family vehicles)
https://goo.gl/maps/iBdiPmiV995KQK3661130 - Mission Briefing
1145 - KSU to Lakewood American Legion, 5938 Parkcrest St., Long Beach, CA
1200 – Flag line as our Hero is moved from the family vehicles to the Hall
https://goo.gl/maps/UH9cyyzwq635HjrY6RC David Grubb
SoCal PGR Ride Captain714-853-0410
dairymandave722510@gmail.com
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.
