Part 2 of 2 parts
TIME CHANGE - There has been a significant time change this has moved 2 hrs 45 minutes earlier.The PGR has been invited by the family and the US Army to attend the arrival and the funeral of PFC Derrick W. Cleveland, 23.
PFC Cleveland perished in an auto accident near his duty station, Ft Knox, KY on 18 DEC 15. PFC Cleveland was assigned to HHC 19th Engineer Company.
A Long Beach native, Derrick graduated from Jordan High School where he was involved in the ROTC program. He was determined to be a Soldier since speaking with a recruiter at his high school in his Sophomore year. He was living his dream of being that Soldier he wanted to be.
He is described as a happy man, always making everyone laugh, and as a role model inspiring others to follow their dreams.
PFC Cleveland is survived by his wife Aspen and 11 month old daughter, his parents and siblings.
This mission is for Part 2 of honoring this Hero. We will be there for his funeral service and graveside military honors.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero.
UPDATED Part 2 Time table for Thursday, 31 DEC 15: 1200 hrs Stage at Inglewood Cemetery Mortuary, 3801 W. Manchester Ave., Inglewood, CA 90305
https://goo.gl/maps/Udvgbx4o8PF2 (please arrive quietly as service will be in progress)
1215 hrs Mission Briefing
1230 hrs Flag line Chapel to coach
1245 hrs KSU to grave site for flag line and military honors.
Ride Captain
Paul (PeaceKeeper) AndersonDowney, CA
310.717.3656
PeaceKeeper1944@gmail.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.
Please post your condolences at the National link:
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