The family of Tom Urich and his American Legion Post 43 Comrades have invited the PGR to participate in his final military honors. We are proud to be of service on this occasion.
Tom joined the USAF in 1954 and served during the Korean conflict era. He discovered a love of acting as he toured military installations performing for his fellow servicemen. His enlistment was cut short as a result of a refueling jet crash. Following his service to his country, he attended the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music where he honed his performing “chops” and met the love of his life, Judith McCauley.
He enjoyed a long career on and off Broadway as well as acting in commercials and television shows. He was active in the American Legion and was a past Commander of Post 43, Hollywood. He was also active in his church, St John Borromeo, as a Lector. His was an avid Buckeyes and Mets fan and cherished the role of Dzedo to his five young grandsons.
Our hero is survived by his wife of 56 years and frequent co-star, Judith McCauley Urich. He is also survived by his sister, Monica Rauch, brother David, sons John Christian and Justin, and five grandsons. He was preceded by his younger brother, actor Robert Urich.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Friday 12 August 2022:1200 - Stage at Los Angeles National Cemetery (parking lot inside main gate), 950 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
https://goo.gl/maps/4yn1K9iPA6bvVdz3A1230 - Mission Briefing
1245 - KSU with family cortège to the Committal Shelter on the VA campus.
R/C Steve Blumenfeld
SoCal PGR Ride CaptainSSGT USAF 1970-1974
steveb507alrpgr@gmail.com
661-212-2284
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. All PGR members are 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.
