We have been invited by the family to attend the military honors of John Henry Lewis, Jr. It will be our privilege to honor the family’s request.
John served as a Cavalry Scout in the United States Army and Army Reserve. He earned the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and Army Service Ribbon to name a few of his commendations.
After John returned to civilian life, he followed his passion for cooking and attended culinary school. It was one of his ways to bring people together. He also attended truck driving school. John had a love for music and enjoyed many musical moments with friends and family. He was a natural jokester with remarkable sense of humor. He enjoyed playing adult football.
John is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Jacqueline, and brother, Jamal. He leaves behind his father, John Henry Lewis, Sr., as well as his beloved daughter, Makayla; sisters, Jasmyne and Jaelyn; and a loving family of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He will be deeply missed by his Aunt Joyce.
John
“will be remembered as a devoted father, a proud veteran, a creative soul, and a true friend who spirit will live forever …”NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this military veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this is a flag line only (FLO) mission at Riverside National Cemetery. For those who would like to participate, please see the timetable and we will meet you there.
TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY, 12 DECEMBER 20251200: Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA. (Lemay Blvd near the restrooms on the right).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UAoAQTYkLzPAM6nn71215: Mission briefing.
1230: Await arrival of hero and KSU to assigned cortège.
1300: KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.
Steve “Capt Chaos” Blumenfeld
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
SSGT USAF 1970-1974
steveb.pgrcc@gmail.com(661) 212-2284
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.
