The family of Frances "Frank" Paul Calderon, age 89, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend his final Military Honors, we would be honored to do so.
Frank Calderon enlisted in the US Army in Feb, 1952 and served most of his time in Germany supporting the War in Korea, he was honorably discharged in Feb, 1953 at the rank of PVT1.
After the military Frank came home and soon went to work for the US Postal Service where he spent his career until retirement.
He is survived by his Wife Pearline Marion, Sons Eric and Paul, and Daughters Erika and Angela.
Was a loving Grandfather to 5 Grand Daughters and one Grandson.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time table for Thursday, 12 MAR 2020:1130 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518 (North of staging area 8 for PGR)
https://goo.gl/maps/bkXgQqST8N9o8nxZ91145 - Mission briefing
1215 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
R/C Scotty "Tailgate" WilesSoCalPGR R/C
PGR #108920
626-922-6304
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.
