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  • Richard M. Schofield, 72, USAF, Vietnam Era, RNC/Riverside: May 24, 2022

Author Topic: Richard M. Schofield, 72, USAF, Vietnam Era, RNC/Riverside - 24 MAY 22  (Read 1955 times)

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The family of Richard Schofield has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their Hero’s final farewell. We are honored to fulfill this request.

Our hero served his country as a member of the US Air Force from 4/69-8/72 achieving the rank of Sgt. E-5 at the time of his honorable discharge. During his time of enlistment Richard served his country in Thailand working as an ordinance loader supporting air strikes in Vietnam.  Sadly, while stationed in Thailand he was exposed to Agent Orange which later in life resulted in Parkinson's Disease and led to his passing.
   
As a civilian, Richard owned and operated an electrical business, Norscho Electric, for many years until he was forced to retire after receiving his Parkinson's diagnosis.

Our hero’s life long hobby was collecting license plates and was well known for that. He belonged to the Automobile License Plate Association and was actually a member of that organizations Hall of Fame. He was also an avid collector of anything and everything Donald Duck.

Our hero is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Linda, his son Brian and stepchildren; Teresa, Robyn, Elizabeth and Bobby. He also leaves behind a brother and 13 grandchildren.

NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.


Time table for Tuesday, 24 May 2022:

1115: Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518 https://goo.gl/maps/NyfhWT8b4MA2MpBx6

1145: Mission briefing

1200: Hero arrives in coach to be escorted to the assigned staging lane.
 
1230: KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Military Honors and family Service.


R/C Billy (Billyjean) Morgan
SoCal PGR Ride Captain

High Desert
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.
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