The family of Richard George Aquino has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our hero enlisted into the US Air Force on 06 November 1962 and was honorably discharged at the rank Major (04) on 01 August 1984. While serving our country, Major Aquino worked in supply operations as a supply management staff officer. During his military career he was awarded the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, AF Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam, Campaign Medal, National Defense Ribbon and Expert Marksmanship Badge.
As a civilian, Richard was a member of the Knights of Columbus and served as a board member for the Girl Scouts of America and St Adelaides Ministries.
Richard leaves behind his wife, Pricilla, and children Christopher, Kimberly, Kelly and Korey. He will also be missed by eight grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this military veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the church to the cemetery, approximately 26 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 TUESDAY, 14 APRIL 20261130: Stage, St. Adelaide Catholic Church, 27457 Baseline St, Highland, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/YQvXkDaUNs8CoQ6A71145: Mission briefing.
1200: Flag line for dignified transfer of urn to family POV.
1215: KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UAoAQTYkLzPAM6nn71315: ETA at RNC and movement to staging lane.
1345: Assigned shelter for military honors and services
Billy “BillyJean” Morgan
SoCal High Desert Ride Captain
US Army, Vietnam 69-70
(949) 939-7282“One straw at a time”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.
