The Family of Charles Oscar Smith, 75, USA, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It is our honor to do so.
Charles served with the US Army in Vietnam from 21 July 1964 to 30 June 1967 when he was honorably discharged.
After Charles’ military service, he worked in the aircraft industry, first as a production worker then as an aircraft mechanic, retiring from Northrop-Grumman. He loved the outdoors as well as fishing. He was also a craftsman and loved to make things with his hands.
Charles was born April 14, 1945 and passed away January 30, 2021. He is survived by multiple siblings one of which is a sister, Kay, who lives in Texas, 2 daughters, Tyshe and Tanya, and 2 grandsons Craig and Cameron.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation of this mission honoring this Military Veteran.
NOTE: Please observe the latest “COVID-19” restrictions.Time Table for Friday, 05 March 2021:1200 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92518
https://goo.gl/maps/mkkxZm5kPh7CGgFDA (Stage on Normandy near the first Roundabout, entering at East Normandy and passing Staging Area #9)
1215 - Mission Briefing
1250 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
R/C Brenda “Pebbles” Bixler
So Cal PGR Ride CaptainBixler.brenda@yahoo.com
951-522-6847
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 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.
