The family of John Leslie Graham have asked the Patriot Guard Riders to pay Honors on their hero's final journey home. It will be our honor to do so.
John was 69 years old at the time of his death. He was born on July 28, 1949 and passed on August 5, 2018.
John served in the United States Air Force from 8/28/1968 - 8/25/1972. He served in Vietnam during the war. His rank at the time of his discharge was as a Staff Sergeant. John received the Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and National Defense Service Medal.
After his service in the Air Force, John worked as an electrician for Kaiser Steel until their closure. He also worked for the City of Riverside as an electrician until his retirement.
John is survived by his wife Mary, 4 children, and 3 grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring these Military Veterans.
The weather is predicted to be hot so please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat; it can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat.
Time Table for Thursday, 23 August 20181200 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #4 for family, north of Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E1215 - Briefing
1245 – KSU to assigned Shelter for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
R/C: Craig (HDCraig) BreskinSo Cal PGR Ride Captain
818-448-3955
cbreskin@verizon.net
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. 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.
