The family of Marine Corps Veteran Sergeant Louis Edward Herrera 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.
Louis served in the USMC from August 1999-June 2005 having tours of duty in Iraq during Operation Desert Storm. Upon discharge it was determined that he suffered from the effects of PTSD which eventually were responsible for his demise.
After the military Louis returned stateside and took up farming. His hobbies included Drawing, skateboarding and spending time with his family and friends.
Louis is survived by his mother, Antoinette Herrera, his sister, Corrine Herrera and his children, Julianna and Evan.
This is a Combat Related death. Dog tags will be available.NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Saturday, January 28, 2017:1445hrs - Stage at Memory Gardens Memorial Park, 455 West Central Ave, Brea CA 92821. Arrive quietly as the service will be in progress.
https://goo.gl/maps/QwJGo7PBKxq1500hrs - Briefing
1600hrs – Set flag line for respectful transfer of the Hero to the grave site and stand by for Military Honors. (Actual time will be flexible)
R/C Chip Williams
aka “Dezperaado”
SoCal PGR Ride CaptainALR/SAL Chapter 132, Orange, CA
dezperaado@aol.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.
