The family of Benny Silva has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Benny was born on 14 December 1947 and entered into Eternal Rest on 12 February 2020.
Benny was drafted into the US Army and served from 23 January 1968 to 22 January 1970. He was trained as an Infantryman, with Company A 4th Battalion 1st Brigade Infantry. Benny earned the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Rifle Expert Badge(M-14). At the time of his Honorably discharged, Benny earned the rank of Sergeant(E-5).
After his service, Benny worked as a purchasing agent for companies making products that mainly shipped overseas.
Benny was the head of the family as he was the oldest of his 9 sisters and one brother. If anyone needed something fixed they came to Benny. He could fix anything and everything.
Benny loved all sports and coached baseball. He loved spending time with his very large extended family.
Benny is survived by his wife Denise, 9 siblings, son Brad, daughters Shelley, Tonya, 6 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero.
Time Table for Tuesday 3 March 20200915 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #1 for family, north of Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E0930 – Mission Briefing
1000 – KSU to assigned Shelter for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
R/C Craig ‘HD Craig’ BreskinSo Cal PGR Ride Captain
cbreskin@verizon.net
818-448-3955
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.
