The family of Petty Officer First Class John Charles Buzzard, U.S. Navy, Retired has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
John was born on 30 July 1936 and entered into Eternal Rest on 12 September 2020
John joined the Navy on 05 July 1954 and retired on 10 November 1975. While serving in the Navy John was a part of the Vietnam war. John was involved in starting up the Navy's Drug and Alcohol Program (DAPA). He rose to the rank of Petty Officer First Class before retirement
After retirement, John was a drug educator for various agencies in San Diego County.
John loved horse racing and for many years he went to Viejas casino (almost daily) for his fun and entertainment.
John is survived by his wife of sixty-four years Clara, son John, and daughter Cathy. He also leaves behind five grandchildren.
Special Note: John was Santa Ken’s next-door neighbor for many years.
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 mortuary 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 Wednesday 30 September 2020
0915 – Stage at El Cajon Mortuary, 684 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon
https://goo.gl/maps/e5fpBsX7VBh5jcqKA 0930 – Mission Briefing
0945 – Flag line to put the urn in Patriot Guard Trailer
0955 – KSU to Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr., San Diego
http://goo.gl/maps/rAfUs 1030 – Arrive at Miramar National Cemetery
1100 – Flag line with Full Military Honors
R/C Ken Brassell
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
kenbrassell@gmail.com
619-333-9685
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. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
