The family of Daniel “Casper” Denhart has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
Daniel (Casper) was a dearly loved Patriot Guard Rider for over 9 years and completed hundreds of missions. We all miss him so much and for so many reasons. His infectious smile, his go-getter personality and his sense of humor are just a few of his attributes that made him so special.
Daniel was born March 14th, 1943, right here in San Diego. He grew up in a loving family, attended elementary school and then graduated from Grossmont high school in 1961. Daniel joined the Army shortly after and spent about 6 years in active duty as a tank mechanic and then spent several more years on Army reserves. During active duty, Daniel spent time in Germany and bought a 1965 BSA motorcycle and rode all over Germany. His love for motorcycles never went away.
Daniel met and married Maryann and they had two children: Connie and Keith. They bought a home in La Mesa where they raised their kids and lived there until he passed. He also had one granddaughter that he loved spending time with and even had Ally in a Patriot Guard Mission or two. She even took on her grandpas love for nature and now works at the San Diego Zoo.
Daniel owned several motorcycles and could be seen kicking tires at San Diego Harley almost weekly. Even with having COPD for many years, he didn’t let that stop him. He strapped his oxygen to his back and hopped on his bike every chance he had. Daniel also had a huge passion for fly fishing. He loved talking fly fishing to anyone that would listen to and passed on fly fishing magazines to help spread his love for the sport.
We will miss you more than words can say, Casper!
This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this military hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this mission is an accompaniment from the family home to Miramar National Cemetery - approx. 18 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate.
Timetable for Friday March 14th, 20251115 - Stage at Albertson’s Parking lot 8650 Lake Murray Blvd, San Diego, CA 92119
https://maps.app.goo.gl/s6MUT1LKo6yGSej16 1130 - Mission Briefing
1145 - KSU for family home
1200 - KSU for Miramar National Cemetery
1230 - (Est) Arrive at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
https://maps.app.goo.gl/A9hhJQppvXpzZnGd9 1300 - Flag Line of Honor, Funeral Service with Military Honors Miramar National Cemetery
“Santa” Ken Brassell
SoCal PGR Ride Captain(619)333-9685
You 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 is your first mission, go to the initial staging area, and you will be briefed by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or wear casual attire while driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely.
Remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent 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. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we honor.
