The family of John E. Calvillo has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our hero spent 20 years in the Marine Corps and was discharged at the rank of Master Sergeant (E-8). He deployed five times to the Middle East. While serving as a Flight Maintenance Manager and Parachute Inspector, he earned the following: National Defense Ribbon, Meritorious Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Expert Pistol badge.
As a civilian, John spent 25 years with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, 1989-2014.
He loved to travel, quite often visiting his daughter and son-in-law in South Carolina, as well as his grandpups. He loved reading, breaking bread with friends, and most importantly he loved the Lord.
Our hero leaves behind his daughter, Kristina, and son-in-law, Rick King. He will also be missed by two sisters, Naomi and Aurora.
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 the mortuary to the cemetery, approximately 54 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.
TIMETABLE FOR MONDAY, 18 AUGUST 20251045: Stage at Rose Hills Memorial Park, 3888 Workman Mill Rd, Whittier CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/39JPRtHzSJDM5H5H91115: Mission briefing.
1145-1200: Flag line for dignified transfer from chapel to coach.
1200: KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA. (54 miles).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/SUDCN2S1R6yv1RQQ91315-1330: ETA at RNC and move to staging lane.
1345: Shelter for flag line and military honors.
Billy “BillyJean” Morgan
SoCal High Desert Ride Captain
US Army, Vietnam 69-70
(949) 939-7282“One straw at a time”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.
