The family of Rodney Cameron Clonts, age 65, as asked the Patriot Guard Riders to Honor this Hero, and it is our honor to do so.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rodney Cameron Clonts on Thursday January 9th 2020 A memorial service will be held at Dudley Hoffman in Santa Maria on Monday, January 20. Viewing for family will be at 9 am with public viewing at 10 am. A memorial service will begin at 11 am officiated by Pastor Daniel Cassels with graveside services following. at the Memorial Gardens next door.
Rod was born in Stafford, Arizona. His family moved to California settling in the Victorville/Hesperia area when he was a child. Rod enlisted in the Navy shortly after graduating from high school. He served 3 years during the Vietnam Era and was proud of his service to our country.
He landed in Santa Maria after being honorably discharged where he met the love of his life, Anna, while working at a UnoCal 76 gas station in 1987. In 1990 he went to work as a bus driver for the Guadalupe School District. He retired after 22 years to enjoy life with his family. He loved ocean fishing, gardening, and woodworking - spent hours tinkering in the garage. As his health limited these activities, he became adept at his computer.
Rod is survived by his wife, Anna, and daughters Lisa (Tom) and Kayla (Brandon). He also leaves behind six grandchildren: Christopher, Jacqueline, Indika, Cameron, Savannah, and Damian. Rod was proceeded in death by his father, Cameron; mother, Lois; and sister, Pam. Surviving family include sisters, Linda and Debbie; brother, Russell; as well as numerous nephews and nieces.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time table for Monday, 20 JAN 2020:
0900 - Stage at Dudley Hoffman Mortuary 1003 E, Stowell Rd. Santa Maria, CA 93458
0915 - Mission briefing
0930 - Flag Line for Family and Friends
1045 - Flag Line as Hero is moved across the parking lot to the mausoleum
1100 - Flag Line for Military Honors
NOTE: PLEASE BRING FLAGS/NOT PROVIDED
R/C Ken Fried
PGR RC Southern Ca.
R/C John Archuleta
PGR RC Southern Ca.
805-441- 8506
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.
