The family of US Air Force Veteran TSgt Lawrence Devere Starks, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor this proud veteran for his service to his country. It will be our honor to do so.
TSgt Starks served his country in the United States Air Force from August 1955 to August 1975. During that time he fought in the Vietnam War. At the time of his retirement he had attained the rank of Technical Sergeant, E-6.
After the war, Larry worked at Desert View Mortuary, Rodman’s Home Furnishings and he owed his own business: Larry’s Touch Up Furniture Repair. He was also a former Commander of the Apple Valley VFW Squadron 6552.
In his private life Larry enjoyed meeting up with friends at the coffee and donut shop, camping in his 5th wheel with friends and family and going to Laughlin and Las Vegas.
Larry is survived by his wife, his three children, four siblings, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
The family is asking for a Flag Line at Desert View Funeral Home & Cemetery as the TSgt is laid to rest.
NOTE: This hero's death is Combat Related so dog tags have been ordered and will be available.NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
For those interested, and all are welcome, please see the Time Table below.
Time Table for Friday, 22 MAY 2015:1430 - Stage at Desert View Funeral Home, 11478 Amargosa Rd., Victorville, CA 92392
https://goo.gl/maps/6k1Cu1445 - Mission Briefing
1500 - (Approx) Flag Line for Dignified Transfer to Coach
1515 - Flag Line, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors
R/C Ernie KopaszSoCal Pgr Ride Captain
USAF Vet/LEO (Ret)
erniepgr@aol.com
760-963-8971
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.
Please post your condolences for the family at the following link:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?403636
