The family of James Michael Black, Jr. has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to accompany him and attend military honors as he makes his final journey. It is our honor to do so.
James was born 17 Sep 1977 and tragically was killed 03 Dec 2019 by a fugitive who was alluding capture.
James joined in the Marine Corps as an enlisted serviceman 05 Sep 2000 progressing to the rank of 1stLt before discharge on 29 Nov 2007. James then joined the reserves 30 Nov 2007 till 15 May 2011.
James served multiple tours in Iraq, including one as an Intelligence Operations Officer. James returned to the Middle East as a contractor in Afghanistan while remaining in the Reserves. After completing his contracting overseas, remaining vigilant, he immediately transitioned into his occupation of Investigator. Among his many medals and commendations awarded during his Active and Reserve service were the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Humanitarian Service Medal, GWOT Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, Letter of Appreciation, Certificate of Appreciation, Meritorious Mast, Rifle Expert Badge and Pistol Sharpshooter Badge.
James relocated to Southern California where he began working as a fugitive recovery agent and a licensed private investigator, leading one of the largest independent bail recovery teams in California, The US Fugitive Service.
James is survived by his wife, Michelle and five children, Austin (22), James III “Trey” (20), Ashlynne (15), Logan (9), and Aleena (2); his mother, Teresa; two sisters Tanya and Donna; two brothers Joe and Brian; and a multitude of family and friends.
We honor James for his service to our country and ask that you honor his life by keeping his memory alive.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the church to his final resting place. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, please consider forming a flag line for the procession, we will meet you there.
TIME TABLE FOR 17 DECEMBER 2019:1015 - Stage at St. Frances of Rome Catholic Church, 21591 Lemon St., Wildomar, CA 92595. Please arrive quietly as service will be ongoing.
https://goo.gl/maps/sfTu6fjgk9e3Cifh81040 - Mission Briefing
1115 - Flag line for dignified transfer of Hero to coach
1130 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518. Staging Area #4 for family, Staging Area #8 for PGR
https://goo.gl/maps/aNZarQoovLPfTsP861215 - ETA Riverside National Cemetery
1245 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
R/C CRAIG LANE (AKA JIP-C) CPL, USMC
SOCAL PGR RIDE CAPTAINbigredroadglide@yahoo.com
760-900-0388
We are forever indebted to those who have given their lives so that we might be free.
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is 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.
