The family of Russell Richard Centera 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.
Russell passed away at 61 years of age.
Russell joined the Marine Corps in April 14, 1981 & was honorably discharged April 16, 1987 at the rank of Corporal. He received the Navy achievement award & was an expert rifleman.
When Russell left the Marine Corps. he went to work for the Dept. of Justice as a Correctional Officer, continuing to serve his country as a Law Enforcement Officer until retirement.
Russell's hobby was collecting antiques & unique memorabilia.
Russell is survived by his sister Linda & 2 sons, Nick, & Victor, he also had 3 grandchildren
NOTE: This mission posting facilitates your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying our hero and his family from the mortuary to his final resting place, approx 16 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. We will meet you there for those who would rather go directly to the cemetery.
Time Table for Wednesday, March 30, 2022:0720 - Stage at Partridge Creek Mortuary, 10330 Mission Gorge Rd., Santee, CA 92017
https://goo.gl/maps/kwQ5zkmmTCKKDD4b60735 - mission briefing
0750 - Flag Line for our Hero to the PGR memorial trailer
0800 - KSU for Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr., San Diego, CA 92122
https://goo.gl/maps/L5CAHf1gJqxumjFXA (approx 16 miles)
0830 - Arrive at Miramar NC
0900 - Flag Line, Service and Full Military Honors
R/C Ken Brassell
SoCalPGR Ride Captainkenbrassell@gmail.com
619-333-9685
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.
