The family and the U.S. Army have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present for this Hero's arrival as he is coming home to his family. We will be honored to do so.
PFC Steven P. Hodges, age 20, was serving on the US Border with his unit when he passed away. PFC Hodges enlisted in the U.S. Army in 2017. Hodges served as a grenadier with the 1st Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 1-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team. Hodges’ awards include the National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon.
“Every Soldier in the Tomahawk Battalion is an essential member of our team. The loss of any Soldier is deeply felt. Private First Class Steven Hodges is sorely missed by his teammates and the entire Tomahawk family, every Soldier is a national treasure.” said Lt. Col. Sean Lyons, Hodges’ battalion commander, said in a statement.
PFC Hodges is survived by his family and his friends and will be deeply missed.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the airport to the family home. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Wednesday, 12 JUN 19:1445 - Stage at Jack in the Box, 1840 E. Holt Blvd., Ontario, CA 91761
https://goo.gl/maps/Vfa27GZQAJWcos2171500 - Mission briefing
1530 - KSU to arrival location
1600 - Est KSU to destination in Menifee (approx 42 miles)
1700 - Est arrival at destination (this is a family residence, address not shown for security reasons)
R/C Craig (Gunny) Donor
GySgt USMC (ret)
Cell 909 208 7703
pgrgunny-001@yahoo.com
PGR SoCal State CaptainMember since 31 May 2006
PGR # 36750
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This mission involves an aircraft arrival. Arrival times can change at the last minute so please check this thread for any last minute changes
before leaving.
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.
