The family of Merle Thomas Rupp has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Merle was in the U.S. Navy from 27 January 1957 to 01 May 1960 and was honorably discharged as an 0-2 (LTJG).
Merle is survived by his wife Gloria and sons Michael, Matt and Tom. He also leaves behind seven grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his son Mark.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Thursday 10 December 2015: 0900 – Stage at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr., San Diego, CA
https://goo.gl/maps/2N925yutmYQ20930 – Mission Briefing
1000 – KSU to assigned gravesite for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
RC: Ray “T-Bone” Gould
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
951-634-4112 Cell
ray@gouldgps.com
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.
Please remember to post your condolences for the family to this link:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?411749Please 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. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
Gil Zaragoza
SoCal PGR Mission Ops
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
res0oprl1@verizon.net
951-440-2136
