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The family of Gilberto Olmos have asked the Patriot Guard Riders to pay Honors on their hero's final journey home. It will be our honor to do so.

Gilbert was born on August 29th 1952 and passed away on September 30, 2018.

He served in the United States Marine Corp from June 27, 1972, until July 3, 1974.  He trained as an Infantryman with the 1st Marine Division at Camp Pendleton. His awards included the National Defense Service Medal and Rifle Sharpshooter Badge.  Gilbert's rank at the time of his discharge  was as a PFC. 

Gilbert enjoyed fishing, music, and people in general.

Gilbert is survived by his wife Lydia, daughter April, sons Gilbert, Jeremiah, Justin, Jorel, Jonathan, and 7 grandchildren.

NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.

The weather may 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 Tuesday, 16 October 2018:

1115 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #1 for family, north of Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518 http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E

1130 – Mission Briefing

1200 – KSU to assigned gravesite for Flag line, Service and Military Honors

R/C: Craig (HDCraig) Breskin
So Cal PGR Ride Captain
818-448-3955
cbreskin@verizon.net

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.
John D. "Major" Gretzinger
MAJ, AVN, USA (Ret.)
61st Avn Co (AHC) - Lucky 15
Administrator - SoCal PGR Mission Ops
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