The family of Lewis Walter Johnson has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in the services of their loved one and honor this American Hero. We are honored to attend.
Sgt. Lewis Walter Johnson served in the US Army from 1941 to 1944. Sgt Johnson served during WW II in the battles of the Philippine Islands, Baton, and New Guinea. Johnson was awarded the Purple Heart, Asiatic Pacific campaign medal, Philippine Liberation with 1 bronze star, and Good Conduct Medal WWII Victory. He is a native of San Diego, CA and owned Vista Plastering Company for 45 years. He was an avid Harley rider and loved riding with his wife and an avid supporter of the Patriot Guard, attending a welcome home.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Betty, who passed away in 1996. He is survived by his four children, Bonney, Linda, Steve, and Chris, 9 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time table for Wednesday 30 Oct 2013
0930: Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren, Riverside, CA
http://goo.gl/maps/qGwGL 0945: Mission Briefing
1000: KSU to graveside for flag line and military honors
RC Gary "Pappy" Trimble
Ride Captain
Murrieta, CA
dunedain@rivindell.org
760-212-0028
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 remember to leave your condolences for the family at this link:
http://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?385229
