The family of LTC James L. Bentley has requested our presence at their Hero’s service and military honors. We will be honored to attend.
LTC Bentley served his country while in the U.S. Army from 1951-1970. During his career, he served in Occupied Germany, the Korean Conflict and Vietnam. He earned numerous medals including the Korean, Vietnam and Occupation (Germany) Service medals. He also was awarded the Army Flight Badge, numerous Commendations, the Vietnamese Campaign Medal, the Legion of Merit and a Bronze Star. He was honorably discharged and retired in 1970.
After the Lt. Colonel’s military service he worked in the insurance industry. His hobbies included a love of the water, golf and flying airplanes.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Margaret (Marge), his brother Don Bentley, his son Bob, Daughter in law, Sheila, 3 grand-children and 5 great grand-children. His daughter, Debbie, preceded him in death.
While serving in Vietnam he was exposed to Agent Orange which led to several systemic illnesses and cancer resulting in his death.
This is a Combat Related Death. Dog tags will be available. NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
The weather is expected to be hot. Start hydrating the day before the mission. Be sure to eat before the mission as well.
Time Table for Monday 08 AUG 2016: 1100 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA; (staging area 4 for family, staging area 8 for PGR)
https://goo.gl/maps/Ls46H3N63sn 1115 - Mission Briefing.
1145 - KSU to Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
R/C Chip Williams aka “Dezperaado”
SoCal PGR Ride CaptainALR/SAL Chapter 132, Orange, CA
dezperaado@aol.com
760-662-9095
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:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?420910
