The family of LCDR Todd Michael Johnston, 58, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their Hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our Hero served in the Navy from June 1985 to July 2011 and was honorably discharged at the rank of LCDR. While serving, he was assigned to two submarines...the USS Whale for 3 years and another 3 years on the USS Puffer. He also served on the USS Blueridge, an amphibious command ship based in Yokosuka, Japan. During his 26 years of service, Todd received too many awards and citations to list. A total of 33.
Our Hero enjoyed riding his motorcycle, golf, cooking and his pets.
He is survived by his parents, Diane and James. He also leaves behind his daughter, Brittany, and his son, John. He will be missed by his sisters Kimberly and Karie.
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 Temecula to Riverside National Cemetery, approximately 32 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.
The weather is expected to be hot so please eat something light and stay hydrated. It can make all the difference in withstanding the heat.Time Table for Monday, 11 August 2025:0900 - Stage at Shell Station, 29115 Old Town Front St., Temecula, CA 92590
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9j7NeTicZ1DreSCP90930 - Mission briefing
0945 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
https://maps.app.goo.gl/m68eiGcvia5cWZHu91030-1045 - Expected arrival of family POV and movement to staging lane
1115 - Shelter for military honors and service
R/C Billy (Billyjean) Morgan
So. Cal. High desert Ride CaptainUS Army, Vietnam 69-70
949-939-7282
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 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.
