The family of Ramiro Zaragoza Sr. has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor their hero at his final military honors. It will be our privilege to fulfill their request.
James proudly served in the United States Air Force. At the time of his honorable discharge, on the occasion of his retirement from active duty, he held the rank of Master Sergeant (E-7). After his military service he worked for the California Department of Corrections and retired as a Sergeant.
Our hero is survived by his two sons and two step-children. He will also be missed by his four grandchildren, eleven siblings, and many nieces and nephews.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this military veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this is a flag line only mission at Riverside National Cemetery. For those who would like to participate, please see the timetable and we will meet you there.
TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY, 09 JANUARY 20261200: Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd Riverside, CA. (Lemay Blvd near the restrooms on the right).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UAoAQTYkLzPAM6nn71215: Mission briefing.
1230: Flag line for the arrival of our hero’s coach and KSU to assigned cortège.
1300: KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.
Steve “Capt Chaos” Blumenfeld
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
SSGT USAF 1970-1974
steveb.pgrcc@gmail.com
(661) 212-2284You do not have to be a veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. All PGR members are 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 Ride Captain (RC). 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 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. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
