The family of Joe C. Mora, age 97, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor him for his military service. We are privileged to do so.
On February 10, 1943 at 19 years old, Joe began his military career with the U.S. Army during World War II. He went to boot camp at Camp Shelby in Hattisburg, Mississippi, due to segregation of Mexican citizens. He served in European Theater 69th Infantry (Fighting 69th) Division. His unit was responsible for liberating the concentration camps. He was honorably discharged on April 1, 1946.
Joe was an avid baseball fan. He played semi-pro baseball in Pomona and coached baseball in La Verne. His favorite team was the Yankees. He worked as a machinist and forklift operator for over 50 years in Pomona and La Verne. He worked until his retirement in his late 70’s.
Joseph was a great family man. His son, Robert, became very close to him at the end, taking care of him until he passed away on August 17, 2019.
Joe is survived by his son, Joseph; son-in-law Tim; and two granddaughters, Abrielle and Katrina. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Elizabeth, and daughter, Rose Marie.
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 church services 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.
Time Table for Saturday, 31 AUG 20191015 – Stage at Todd Memorial Chapel, 325 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711
https://goo.gl/maps/vLpo6XL3joWGV2pKA1030 – Mission briefing
1045 – Flag Line for dignified transfer of Hero from Church to coach
1115 – KSU for escort to Holy Cross Cemetery, 444 E. Lexington Ave., Pomona, CA 91766, for graveside service and military honors.
https://goo.gl/maps/YhiVXHGuvyrTUyxCADean Parker aka Deano aka Gofer
So Cal PGR Ride Captain909-732-7235
dean1951@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 is 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 in a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission that you can. Please ride/drive safely and PLEASE hydrate.
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.
