The PGR has been invited by the family of SgtMaj George Olivar to honor him, it will be our honor to do so.
George passed away Wednesday morning, October 17, 2018, at his home in Lompoc, California at the age of 81. George was born on August 21, 1937, in Hilo, Hawaii to Rose and Alejo Olivar.
George first enlisted in the National Guard and served 2 yrs, then in 1955 enlisted in the US Marine Corps. He served 3 combat tours in Vietnam. He also served as a drill instructor at Parris Island, and a recruiter in Illinois and Massachusetts. He retired in December, 1982 at the rank of Sergeant Major.
After the Marine Corps he went to work for the Secret Service, serving as part of the Ronald Reagan Protective Division. He retired from the SS in December 2002.
George loved firearms of many kinds and loved going to the shooting range, he was considered a sharp shooter. He loved attending his son's sporting events, going to NASCAR races, going fishing, and hanging with friends. He loved BBQing and having friends over to enjoy it. He was also a long time member of American Legion, Post 534 in Orcutt, CA.
George is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 60 years, Ann, sons Bruce "Ty" and Brian (also a member of Post 534), 2 brothers, 3 sisters, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
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 chapel to the family home. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time table for Saturday, 03 NOV 18:1045 - Stage at American Legion, Post 534, 145 W. Clark Ave., Orcutt Ca. 93455
https://goo.gl/maps/RFHLveJcWy721100 - Mission brief
1115 - KSU to Chapel of the Starbuck - Lind Mortuary 123 N. A St, Lompoc Ca. 93436
https://goo.gl/maps/J7vit1iA1d921145 - Est arrival at Chapel
1200 - Flag Line for Hero and family and accompany to the family home.
R/C John Archuleta
PGR Ride Captain45jarchuleta@gmail.com
805-441-8506 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.
