The family of Anthony Benny Martinez have asked the Patriot Guard Riders to pay Honors on their Hero's final journey home. It will be our honor to do so.
Tony, as he was known by family and friends, was 93 years old at the time of his death. He was born on June 6, 1925 and passed on October 10, 2018.
He served in the United States Army from September 1, 1943 to August 23, 1945. Tony was a member of the 32nd Infantry Division that fought in New Guinea, Luzon and Mindanao in the Philippines. During the invasion of the Philippines, Tony was wounded resulting in the loss of his leg.
Among his awards were the Asiatic Pacific Theatre Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal, Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, and the WWII Victory Medal. At the time of his discharge, Tony was a Private First Class.
After his discharge, Tony returned to his job as a sheet metal specialist, where he remained for 45 years.
His favorite sports teams were the Rams, Dodgers, Lakers, Notre Dame, and USC. Tony used to take his grandchildren to the Ram practices before they moved to St. Louis. Coming together as a family over the holidays was very important to Tony.
He is survived by his son Anthony, 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. Tony was preceded in death by his wife Aurora, and daughters Judy Martinez and Lorraine Vargo. Aurora was interred at RNC when she passed, Tony will be interred by her side.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring these Military Veterans.
The weather is predicted to be hot so please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat; it can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat.Time Table for Wednesday, 24 October 2018:
1245 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #5 for family, north of Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E1300 - Briefing
1330 – KSU to assigned Shelter for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
R/C: Craig (HDCraig) Breskin
So Cal PGR Ride Captain818-448-3955
cbreskin@verizon.net
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.
