The family of Harry Brandt Jr. 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.
Harry Brandt Jr. served proudly in the United States Navy from 1964 to 1970, time spent in Vietnam. Harry’s awards include Combat Action Ribbon; Presidential Unit Citation; Navy Unit Commendation; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal with FMF Combat Insignia; Vietnam Campaign Medal w/Device; National Defense Service Medal; Good Conduct Award.
After being Honorably Discharged, Harry was employed as an Orthopedic Technician at hospitals in Southern California for 35 years. Harry was an avid sports fisherman who enjoyed hunting “Big Tuna” in the deep waters off the coast of Baja California. Harry also had a love for the desert and enjoyed dirt bike riding and racing. In the 1980’s Harry was a part of two-man off-road vehicle racing team participating in events primarily in the desert regions of Baja California. In the 1990’s Harry developed a love for preparing gourmet meals. He loved to try new recipes while adding his own flare to the entrée. He excelled in his quest for culinary expertise. Harry retired in 2006 and purchased property with a home and acreage in beautiful rural Coeur d’Alene, ID. In this new environment he developed a new passion……” playing in the dirt” and becoming a wood craftsman. Harry was never one to waste time. He honed his home improvement skills and developed a love for restoring, building, creating and beautifying the land and everything God gave him.
Harry is survived by his wife Linda of 45 years, siblings Jeannie, Michael and Susan, children Kathy, Michelle, Jason, Andra, Lisa and Kristin, 17 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
NOTE: PLEASE OBSERVE ALL COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS, HAVE MASK/FACE COVERING AVAILABLE IF NEEDED.
Timetable for Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022:0930 - Stage at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122 (
https://goo.gl/maps/YU3nYvZibreMpwBX6)
0945 – Mission Briefing
1000 - Flag line for Hero’s arrival.
1015 - Flag Line for Dignified Transfer to Final Honor carriage
1030 - Flag Line, Funeral Service with Military Honors.
R/C Paul McCarthy “RoundTrip”
SoCalPGR Ride Captain(619)838-9123
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 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.
