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Author Topic: Grady "Sam" Branch, 66, USMC, Vietnam Vet, Riverside, CA. 02 APR 14  (Read 678 times)

David (Bam-Bam) DeLeon

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It is an honor the family of Grady "Sam" Branch requests the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their loved ones funeral and military honors.

"Sam" so loved his country that he enlisted in the Marines in September of 1966 and served at Khe Sahn, Vietnam & was honorably discharged September 1968 at the rank of LCPL.  He was an extremely proud Marine his entire life. 

"Sam" lived for his family and enjoyed family road trips and camping.

"Sam" is survived by his children Michael, Sherena, Samuel, Laura & Marianne; brothers David Branch (also Vietnam vet with 3 Purple Hearts), Patrick Branch, Rusty Fletcher; sister, Dixie Perez; 15 grandchildren & 1 great grandchild.

Note: This notice is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this hero.
 
 
Time Table for WED 2 APR 14
 
1300 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA., 92518, at staging area #8  http://goo.gl/maps/I11LT
 
1315 - Mission briefing
 
1345 - KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors
 

R/C Paul (PeaceKeeper) Anderson
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
Downey, CA
310.717.3656 panderson15680@aol.com



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.
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