The family of Isaac Joseph Lomeli, 50, United States Army has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders to pay respects for this American Hero. It will be our honor to do so.
Isaac joined the Army on July 29, 1993. Isaac served until his honorable discharge at the rank of SPC 4 on July 28, 1996. During Isaac's time in the Army, he earned the National Defense Service Medal and the Army Good Conduct Medal. Isaac spent most of his time stationed in Egypt.
At the end of his military service in the Army, Isaac continued his schooling and attained this teaching credentials and went right to work. Isaac taught middle school and high school, then transferred over to a community college, all totaling over 20 years in the Orange County area. As well as his regular teaching schedule, he branched out to teach wrestling. In Isaac's off time, he became a writer of short stories, novels, and some poetry.
Sadly, Isaac passed away at the age of 50 on April 23, 2024.
Isaac leaves behind his wife, Patricia (Patty), his son, Josiah; and five brothers.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this is a flag line only (FLO) mission at the cemetery. For those who would like to participate, please see the timetable and we will meet you there.
TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY, 17 MAY 20241215 - Stage at Fairhaven Memorial Park & Mortuary, 1702 Fairhaven Ave., Santa Ana, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/hunvR8JVC35cxsT961230 - Mission briefing.
1300 - Flag line for our hero from church to coach.
1330 - Procession to final resting place behind "Waverley Chapel” on cemetery grounds.
1400 – Flag line as our hero is moved from the coach to his final resting place.
NOTE: BECAUSE OF THE CLOSE PROXIMITY FROM THE PARKING LOT TO THE CHAPEL, PLEASE PARK AWAY FROM THE CHPEL PARKING LOT SO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS WON'T HAVE TO FAR TO WALK. THANK YOU.Mike "Joker" Courtright
SoCal PGR Ride Captain #202572
mokynanapo@sbcglobal.net
714-321-3356"Standing For Those Who Stood For Us"Only two defining forces offered to die for you:
Jesus Christ, and the American Soldier:
One died for your soul, the other one died for your freedom.
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 Ride Captain (RC). 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.
