The family of Robert Whitehead has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their Hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our Hero began his military career in 1985 with the US Navy Reserves, switched to the US Air Force Reserves and was honorably discharged in 2007 at the rank of MSgt/E-7. Robert served as a military photographer for both branches. He traveled to Japan and Saudi Arabia to set up photo labs and to Sydney Australia as the official DOD photographer for the Military Olympic Athletes. While serving, he was awarded the National Defense Service Ribbon, Air Force Reserve Meritorious Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal and Military Photographer of the Year for his work at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
As a civilian, Robert continued his work as a photographer working for The Press Enterprise, San Bernardino Sun, CSU San Bernardino and Palomar Community College.
Our Hero leaves behind his loving bride, Kris, son Mason and siblings Diane, Debbie, Barbara and Boyd.
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 (FLO) mission at Riverside National Cemetery. For those who would like to participate, please see the timetable and we will meet you there.
NOTE: The weather may be warm. Please take precautions and eat something light and keep hydrated.Timetable for Tuesday, 8 September 20261145 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA
https://maps.app.goo.gl/76yEFWEzzkQh8ob991200 - Mission Briefing
1230 - Greet family vehicle arriving from Carlsbad (blue Hyundai SUV) and movement to staging lane
1300 - KSU to assigned shelter for military honors and services
R/C Billy (Billyjean) Morgan
So. Cal High Desert Ride CaptainUS 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 who we are honoring.
