This mission has been changed to Flagline Only, Riverside National CemeteryPer request of our good friend and PGR member Gregg “Digger” Walker (Walker Family Funeral Services), the family of Billy P. Wiggins has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Billy was born in Sharps Chapel, Tennessee and entered into Eternal Rest on 03 July 2017 at his home in Corona.
Billy proudly joined the Army after the Korean War before moving on to a long, dedicated role of Music Teacher in the school system for more than sixty years.
Billy is survived by his only daughter Melody and grandson Brandon.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
The weather is predicted to be hot so please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat; it can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat.
Time Table for Friday 28 July 2017 1200 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #4 for family, north of Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E 1215 – Mission Briefing
1245 – KSU to assigned gravesite for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
Larry Medcraft
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
LMedcraf@yahoo.com
808-722-5784 cell
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 that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and respect for our Heroes. No talking, smoking, or cell phone use during the flag line or service. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
