The family of
John Arthur Floyd, USN has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor him for his service to our country. It would be our honor to do so.
John A. Floyd joined the United States Navy in February, 1970 and served until February, 1976, attaining the rank of Sonar Man 2nd Class. A submariner, John served during the Vietnam War and the October Arab-Israeli War of 1973. A highlight of John’s service was tracking and getting on camera the Russians launching a missile from the deck of their cruiser for which he received a commendation.
John’s awards include the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Navy Expeditionary Medal, and Navy Unit Commendation.
After leaving the Navy, John worked for Graybar Electric Company for 39 1/2 years, retiring October 30, 2015. He loved football (the Pittsburgh Steelers) and NASCAR. John’s favorite drivers were Jeff Gordon and Jimmy Johnson.
John leaves behind his spouse, Debra A. Floyd, and 4 siblings, Ruth Ann Torres, Nancy Hammell, David and Richard Floyd.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the family home to his final resting place. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Time Table for Friday, March 23, 2018:1045 - Stage at Starbucks, 3436 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
https://goo.gl/maps/CvieBEW72jy1105 - Mission Briefing
1120 - KSU to the family home
1140 - Flag Line for Dignified Transfer to the transport vehicle
1150 - KSU to Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr., San Diego, CA 92122
http://goo.gl/maps/rAfUs1230 - Approximate arrival at Miramar National Cemetery
1300 - Flag Line, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors
R/C Cal Braley
So Cal PGR - Ride Captain
braley56@gmail.com
619-805-6541
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.
