The family of Wayne "Ben" Lawrence Campbell, 64, has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders to honor this American Hero; it will be our honor to do so.
Wayne “Ben” Lawrence Campbell was born on 24 April 1953 in Independence, Iowa, and was the beloved son of Hugh and Delores Campbell. He entered into Eternal Rest tragically on Sunday, 23 July 2017 in Lake Elsinore, California, as a result of an automobile accident.
After high school, Wayne proudly served his country for eight years in the United States Marine Corps as a SGT during Vietnam. He would spend four of those years on the drill field making Marines.
Following his military service, he worked as a truck driver for an auto transport company for more than thirty years. He was truly larger than life with a heart of gold. He was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, son and friend. The rock of his family who kept everyone in line but with love.
Wayne used his experience from Marine Corps to give back to the veteran community. You could find him at the local VA Hospital donating his time or at the American Legion Post 200 where he was the 2nd Vice Commander and Cantina Manager. He was the most supportive and genuine person you’d ever meet, giving you the shirt off his back if need be. He had a smile that would light up the room and a laugh that would travel for miles.
Wayne was an active member of American Legion Post 200 in Lake Elsinore and an active rider with the ALR “American Legion Riders”. He was devoted to service for all of mankind, but especially to any veteran who was in need of support. Wayne and his beloved wife Deborah, together devoted time to the children in need throughout the Lake Elsinore Valley.
Wayne is survived by his loving wife of forty-three years Deborah Campbell. He also leaves behind many other cherished family members and dear friends. He will be so greatly missed, but his memory will never be forgotten.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the American Legion Post 200 to his final resting place. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
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 11 August 2017 1000 – Stage at American Legion, Lynn Mort, Post 200, 18871 Grand Ave. Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
https://goo.gl/maps/UQfIA1030 – Mission Briefing
1100 – Flag line as our Hero is moved from the Post to awaiting vehicle.
1100 – KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #2 for family, north of Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E1200 – Estimated arrival at Riverside National Cemetery
1215 – KSU to assigned gravesite for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
RC: Ray “T-Bone” Gould
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
951-634-4112
ray@gouldgps.com
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.
