The family of Charles David Patt has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our hero enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966 and was honorably discharged in 1969 at the rank of Spc E-5. He served with the 101st Airborne (Screaming Eagles) and served a tour in Vietnam. While serving, Charles was awarded the following: National Defense Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Army Commendation Medal.
As a civilian, Charles worked as a postal clerk for 30 years. In his free time, his favorite things to do were riding his motorcycle, reading western novels and watching western movies. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, doing crossword puzzles and spending time with family.
Our hero is preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Sharon, and son, Jack. He is survived by daughters Raeann, Allison and Karen. He will also be missed by nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and siblings Bob, Bill and Gary.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this military veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the mortuary to the cemetery, approximately 20 miles. 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.
TIMETABLE FOR MONDAY, 17 MARCH 20251200: Stage, Thomas Miller Mortuary, 1118 E 6th St., Corona, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/AuwuSqchVvN1Gngd81230: Mission briefing
1245: Flag line for transfer of urn to coach and KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bfx1Pj6Rb4kgcRch91330: ETA to RNC.
1400: Shelter for military honors and service.
Billy “BillyJean” Morgan
SoCal High Desert Ride Captain
US Army, Vietnam 69-70
(949) 939-7282“One straw at a time”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 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.
