The family of Antonio M. Zaccarino has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to accompany them on this his final journey.
Antonio was born on 16 March 1947 and entered into eternal rest on 14 April 2014.
Antonio proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1971. He was honorably discharged with the rank of SP4 (Specialist 4). Some of the awards/citations that Antonio received included the National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and Vietnam Campaign Medal.
After the military, Antonio worked at an Indian Casino as a Pit Boss
Antonio is survived by his children, Michelle, Americo, Stephanie and Donald. He also leaves behind his sister, Lisa.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Thursday 08 May 14: 1145 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #3 for family, Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E 1200 – Mission Briefing
1230 – KSU to assigned gravesite for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
RC: Ray Gould aka “T-Bone”
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
951-634-4112 Cell
ray@gouldgps.com
ALR Chapter 200
American Legion Post 200
Chaplain & Service Officer
USMC SSgt (Ret) (D.I.)
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 remember to leave your condolences for the family at this link:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?389951Please 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. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
