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Author Topic: Paul Ronald Mitchell, 74,USN, Vietnam Era, Whittier/ Riverside, Ca.- 17 Mar 17  (Read 528 times)

Kojak

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The family of Paul Ronald Mitchell has requested the Patriot Guard to pay Honors to this American Hero, It will be our Honor to do so.

This request has come in from Paul's Grandson Jeremy who is also in the Navy Reserves, he would like us to help the family get closure and pay the highest honors we can for this American Hero and his Grandpa.

Paul served in the Navy from Oct. 1960 to Nov. 1962. He was given an Honorable discharge for his service to his Country. During his time in the Navy he obtained the rank of ENFN ( Engineman) aboard the USS Piedmont.

After his time in the Navy, Paul employed in the automotive industry. He worked mainly in parts sales and became a sales manager. His total time in the industry before retirement was 45 yrs.

Paul's hobbies included motorcycle riding, he loved his motorcycle, fishing and hunting. He was an all around  old school country boy. He loved talking about old school Navy and couldn't be happier that his Grandson is carrying on the tradition.

He will be transported by his Grandson Jeremy on Paul's Harley for his final ride to Riverside National Cemetery, Paul will be laid to rest with his loving wife.

Paul is survived by his 3 step children, numerous Grandchildren, and Great Great Grandchildren.


NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the staging area to his final resting place. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.


Time Table for Friday 17 March 2017

1030 - Stage at Trader Joe's, 15025 E. Whittier Blvd. Whittier, Ca.,90603
( North East corner of Colima & Whittier Blvd.) https://goo.gl/maps/jsYF6d2jGwA2

1045 - Mission Briefing

1130 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, Ca.,  92518 https://goo.gl/maps/oahECZDwemE2

1245 - ETA at Riverside National Cemetery ( Family staging area # 9  )(PGR stage just north of area # 8 East Normandy Dr.,just east of the circle on the north side of the street facing west.)

1300 - KSU to assigned Shelter and Flagline for our Hero, service and military honors


R/C Mike "Joker" Courtright
SoCal PGR -  Ride Captain
mokynanapo@sbcglobal.net
714-321-3356


Only 2 defining forces offered to die for you:
Jesus Christ, and the American Soldier:
One died for your soul, the other one died for your freedom.

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.