The family of Mathew L. Ruszkowski has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor their hero for his service and sacrifice to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
Mathew was born in Southgate LA Co. Where he was also raised.
He enlisted in the USAF 1953 until his Honorable discharge in 1957 at the rank of SSGT. He was stationed at March AFB most of his enlistment except for temporary duty trips to Germany, Saudi Arabia and various trips in the orient. He was crew Chief in charged of care of departure and arrivals of B-47 and B-52 bombers. He did a non stop round the world round trip over the poles. He also participated on in flight fueling, photography and bomb tests in Nevada.
In civilian life he worked in auto sales, finance dept. His pride was owning his own dealership in Oregon.
He was a pilot and loved flying, skiing, music and his family.
Mathew leaves behind his wife Colette, two daughters Cathy and Ellen. Son in law Tim, grandson Aaron, two sisters and one brother and many nieces and nephews.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Thursday, 17 DEC 15:0945: Staging: Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #4 for family, Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E 1015: Mission Briefing
1045: KSU to assigned shelter for Flag line, Service and Military
RC Vince Hernandez
USMC Vet
SoCal PGR Ride CaptainCalldanek@yahoo.com
(951) 236-3140
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 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.
Please post your condolences at the National link:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?411958
