The family of Buddy Carl Edwards 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.
Buddy was born on 12/4/46 & went to his maker on 2/18/25. He was 78 years old.
Buddy was drafted into the Army in July 1967 & was honorably discharged Feb. 1969. He rose to the rank of Sgt. E-5 His medals consisted of, National defense medal, Vietnam service medal, Vietnam campaign medal, bronze star.
He is survived by his wife Marla Edwards, & 2 sisters Mary & Judy & a brother Dennis. He had 2 sons Scott & Travis & a daughter Ashley. He also had 4 grandchildren & 1 great-grandchild.
Buddy worked for 42 years at the Post Office in El Cajon.
He loved to play softball and baseball.
He coached our kids and grandkids. The boys played baseball, and the girls played softball.
He has about 10 championships and World Series rings.
He was on his way to playing professional baseball but was drafted to serve in the Army.
Buddy was a native San Diegan and an also a diehard Padres fan.
He could never get enough of his grandkids and great grandson and loved having them around.
This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this mission will be an accompaniment from the family home in El Cajon to Miramar National Cemetery, approx. 24 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate.
Timetable for Friday, June 20th. 2025 1020 - Stage at the Kaelin's Market parking lot 1435 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021
https://maps.app.goo.gl/C6JHjmQEcJJJbqKC9 1040 - Mission Briefing
1055- KSU for family home.
1105 - Flag Line of Honor for transfer of hero to PGR trailer
1120 - KSU for Miramar National Cemetery
1200 - (Est) Arrive at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
https://maps.app.goo.gl/3fiGRMgAchVbBiQb6 1230 - Flag Line of Honor, Funeral Service with Military Honors Miramar National Cemetery,
R/C Ken Brassell
619-3339685kenbrassell@gmail.com
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.
