The family of our hero John Drake Norman has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the Military Honors of their loved one. It will be our privilege to fulfill their request.
Our hero served as a US Army medic, 6-15-1972 to 6-9-1975, while deployed to Korea.
After his US Army service John was a long-haul truck driver and a Teamster union member, Local 542, here in San Diego. He was also a shop steward for the Teamsters. John was also the president of the local teamster retiree club.
John enjoyed golf, the SD Rose Society, gardening, and sports.
Our hero is survived by his wife Bonnie and their two daughters: Dai and Heather; his brother Chris, and three grandchildren: Eleanor, Olivia and Charles.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this military veteran. For those interested, all PGR members are welcome. This Mission is a Flag Line of Honor at Miramar National Cemetery. Please see the timetable if you wish to participate.
Timetable for Thursday 30 October 2025 1215 – Stage at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
https://maps.app.goo.gl/NEX8pZujbZKkohDy5 1230 - Mission briefing
1240 - PGR Flag Line of Honor for hero & family’s arrival – PGR to relocate to assigned shelter
1315 - PGR Flag Line of Honor, service with full military honors for our hero
R/C Ted Tomaszewicz “Mr. T.”
SoCal Patriot Guard Ride CaptainTedNavyPGR@gmail.com
(201) 970-5546
Our mission is to stand tall and silent, 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. Cemeteries are hallowed ground. We show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
