The family of Rudolph Frank Marik 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.
Rudolph joined the Navy on September 10th in 1962. He served honorably for 8 years and 9 months. During this time, Rudolph was commissioned as a Lieutenant. He served time in Vietnam and received many awards for this. He oversaw Engineering Operations and maintenance.
Rudolph married Elsie right after high school, and they were married for 60 years. Rudolph and Elsie had two daughters. Elsie passed in 2024 but before her passing they were completely inseparable. Rudolph’s last words to the love of his life were “I love you Elsie”.
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 Partridge Creek Mortuary to Singing Hills Cemetery approx. 8 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 Friday April 17th, 20260915 - Stage at Partridge Creek Mortuary, 1591 Cuyamaca St. El Cajon, Ca 92020.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/8yz1eERZshb3QNUn7 0930 - Mission Briefing
0945 - Flag Line of Honor for transfer of our hero to hearse
1000 - KSU for Singing Hills Cemetery, 2800 Dehesa Rd El Cajon, CA 92019
https://maps.app.goo.gl/BVdBTZJN47JHYjKs9 1030- (Est) Arrive at Singing Hills Cemetery
1100 - Flag Line of Honor, followed by Funeral Service with Military Honors
R/C Ken Brassell
SoCal Patriot Guard Ride Captain
(619) 333-9685
kenbrassell@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.
