The family of Gerardo Rodeo Soriano 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.
Gerardo joined the Navy on October 22, 1985, he retired and was honorably discharged on October 31, 2005.
Spending 13 years of his twenty years at sea aboard six different ships, retiring at the rank of Storekeeper First Class.
After retiring he worked in construction & landscaping.
He also was very involved with the stock market; he liked to do a lot of trading.
His hobbies were playing guitar and playing chess. Gerardo loved the Eagles and was able to see them in concert in Las Vegas shortly before his passing.
He is survived by his wife Rosa Soriano, his two children Crisanto Soriano, and Christopher Soriano. He is also survived by his seven siblings and three grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, all PGR members are welcome. This mission will be an accompaniment from the Greenwood Cemetery to Miramar Cemetery. approx. 15 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to meet us there.
Timetable for Tuesday April 07, 20261130 - Stage at Greenwood Memorial Park and Mortuary, 4300 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
https://maps.app.goo.gl/P1JZ97XPFcgumcWG7 1140 - Mission Briefing
1150 - Prepare Flag Line of Honor for the transfer of our Hero to coach
1215 - KSU for Miramar National Cemetery
1245 - Arrival at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Drive, San Diego , CA 92122
https://maps.app.goo.gl/T48pBcd6HQ6Q3YFN81315 - Flag Line of Honor, Funeral Service with Military Honors
R/C Ken Brassell
619-333-9685kenbrassell@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.
