The family of David L. Thomas has invited the Patriot Guard to Honor this American Hero, It will be our Honor and privilege to do so.
David L. Thomas served in the US Army and was a Forward Observer with the 1st CAV, CIB . He served in Vietnam from Mar 19, 1969 to March 26,1971. He attained the rank of SP4 (E-4). David earned the Combat Infantry Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, & Army Meritorious Service Medal. David was very proud of being a part of the brotherhood of Veterans and being associated with the Vietnam Combat Vet, 1st Cav, Recon Scout.
In Davids civilian life he loved to work with his hands, and was good at it. He was a very quiet, and reserved man but once you had him as a friend, you had a friend for life. David worked as a mechanic, handyman, welder, and special cheese-maker where he maintained the machines that made the cheese. In Davids off time he loved working on his cars and his off road vehicles. David loved camping in Glamis in his younger years, and riding dune buggies and ATV's.
David is survived by his loving wife of 45 years Valerie, 2 sons, John & Daniel, 1 grandson, and 1 on the way.
David was exposed to Agent Orange while in Country, which resulted in him passing from prostate cancer.
This is a Combat Related death so there will be dog tags on this missionNOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Wednesday 19 April 2017:1115 - Stage Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, Ca. ( Family # 1 , PGR #8)
https://goo.gl/maps/R1ZYdnssu9o1130 - Mission Briefing
1200 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flagline as Hero is brought to his final resting place, Service, and Military Honors
R/C Mike "Joker" Courtright
So Cal PGR - Ride Captainmokynanpo@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.
