The family of Thomas F. La Madrid 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.
Thomas La Madrid was born Feb. 03, 1950, and entered his eternal rest on March 22, 2026, he was 76.
Tommy proudly served in the United States Army from Jan. 1975 – Jan. 1979. During his enlistment he served in the Panama Canal Zone, earned his Parachutist Badge, M16 Marksmanship Badge, Good Conduct Medal and was in the Army Rangers Arctic Training School in Alaska. Tommy achieved the Rank of Sgt.
Tommy was a very skilled mechanic, working on everything from Rolls Royce’s and other exotic cars, diesel equipment, motorcycles and even opening his outreach ministry “God’s Garage” to pass those skills and knowledge along to the students at San Diego Christian College and his many friends. Working and retiring from the County of San Diego he was a Sr. Equipment Operator.
Tom is Face to Face with Jesus now, he was an active member of Shadow Mountain Community Church and their Men’s Group for many years. He is preceded by the passing of all his immediate family except his brother Karl and numerous cousins, notably Kelly Hicks and Frank Ames. Tommy especially loved his adopted grandchildren Carlos and Thea
Tommy “TOXALOT” was a well-respected member of the Saddle Tramps M/C for many years. He enjoyed many Road Trips to Laconia Bike Week, Sturgis, Tombstone, the Redwoods with his club and many others that called him their friend and Brother! Tommy even took a Solo trip to Alaska on his Harley Davidson. I am Blessed and Honored to have known Tommy for 25 years and I miss you my Brother RIP
The extended family of Tommy La Madrid have been active in the history of San Diego and especially Lakeside for over 100 years. Tommy is one of the founders of the Lakeside Bulls Only Rodeo. He and his fellow Optimists Club members have given many hours and funds raised to help the youth of the East County and Lakeside achieve their dreams and ambitions
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NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, all PGR are welcome. This Mission will be an accompaniment from The Lakeside VFW to Miramar National Cemetery approximately 20 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. For those who would like to go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Timetable for Wednesday April 29, 20260850 - Stage at Carter-Smith VFW Post 5867, War Memorial Building, 12650 Lindo Lane, Lakeside, CA 92040
https://maps.app.goo.gl/daMQ3gffLWGC9w4R7 0905 - Mission Briefing
0910 - Flag Line of Honor for Transfer of Our Hero to Motorcycle
0920 - KSU to Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Noble Drive, San Diego Ca 92122
https://maps.app.goo.gl/cFJzSsUq7P5BCB3G7 0955 - Estimated arrival at Miramar National Cemetery
1030 - Flag Line of Honor, Funeral Service with Military Honors
R/C Russ Jubenville “Big Russ”
SoCal Patriot Guard Ride Captainbigruss3@gmail.com
You do not have to be a Veteran or ride a motorcycle 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 there by the Ride Captain (R/C). 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, with Honor and respect for our Heroes. No talking, smoking and please silence and don’t use your Cell phones during the flag line and 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.
