The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family to honor this Hero and it is our Honor to do so. Everyone is welcome.
Frank Delbert Gomes passed away November 2, 2019 at the age of 96 in Santa Maria. Frank was born to Charles and Frances Gomes on April 24, 1923 in Modesto, California. The family moved to Santa Maria when he was three. He attended local schools and graduated from Santa Maria High School in 1942.
Frank was drafted into the army in 1943 and served until 1946. He fought in WWII in France and Germany in the 20th armored division until the war ended when he was honorably discharged.
Frank married Edith Souza on June 15, 1946. They had four children. Frank worked in Santa Maria as an auto mechanic for Pickle Automotive, Bob Nolan, Iverson Motors and retired in 1986 from Santa Maria Tire.
Frank was a life member of the Santa Maria Elks Lodge 1538 and belonged to the Santa Maria Pioneer Association. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and the outdoors. Family always came first with Frank. He was known for his cooking and BBQ’s. Frank was known for his delicious applesauce cake and enjoyed canning fruit.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents, sister Dorothy Eyestone and first wife Edith. He is survived by his second wife Dorothy Gomes, children Charlie Gomes (Jeri), Cathy Gomes, Marijane Gomes Marshall (James), Janice Gomes and granddaughter Melissa Marshall (Nicole), stepchildren, Joe Guggia (Dawn), Antionette Claypool (Tom) and numerous step grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Frank and Edith gave us four children the happiest, best childhood and family memories that anyone could ever hope for. Frank will be remembered by his family and friends for his sense of humor and kind heart.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time table for Monday, 18 NOV 19: 0900 - Stage at Santa Maria Cemetery 1501 S. College Dr., Santa Maria Ca 93454
https://goo.gl/maps/7UrKDAnKfXSMbSWN80915 - Mission briefing
0930 - Form Flag line for this Hero and Family
1000 - Graveside service, Flag Line and Military Honors
Please bring your Flag, and water
R/C John Archuleta
PGR RC Southern Ca.45jarchuleta@gmail.com
805-441-8506
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.
