The family of Donald L. Paxson, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor this hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
Donald enlisted in the USMC at the age of 17 and served from 1968 to 1978. He had served in Vietnam and he was a dog handler in Curacao and surrounding areas. He achieved the rank of sergeant (E-5) before being discharged.
He enjoyed cooking meals for his family and BBQ's for our large outings with the whole family. He loved Fishing, Camping and Hunting on occasion. He loved reading the news paper and playing games on the computer.
He is survived by his wife, Pamela (Hope), son Donny and daughter, Misty, step son's Mitch and Danny and he has 7 Grandchildren.
There will be tags for this mission.
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.
Time Table for Saturday 21 May 2016
1215 - Stage at Hesperia Lakes Park - 7500 Arrowhead Lake Rd, Hesperia, CA 92345
https://goo.gl/maps/ugfSThmLvqJ2
1230 - Mission Briefing
1245 – Prepare for arrival of Hero and his family.
1300 – Flag line as services begin
R/C Mark O. IveyVeteran USAF (1974-1980)
Strategic Air Command (1975-1980)
SoCal PGR Mission Ops
SoCal PGR Ride Captain “It is amazing how much can be accomplished if no one cares who gets the credit.”
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?417832
