The family of Ruben Yepez Sanchez (Age 82) has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Ruben Yepez Sanchez was in the U.S. Army from September,1961 to September, 1963. Ruben was a Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne out of Ft. Bragg, NC, and served in Vietnam. He achieved the rank of Private First Class prior to his honorable discharge. Ruben was always proud of his military service and was a big supporter of other Veterans, he was a long time member of the American Legion, Post 30 in Pomona, CA.
Ruben was a retired electrician for the same company for 47 years - Composite Structures, known for manufacturing helicopter blades including the AH-64 “Apache” and Bell “Huey” UH-1 used in Nam. Loved deep sea and freshwater fishing at truly loved camping and fishing the June Lake loop, especially Grant lake.
Ruben was single (never married, no children) but had many admirers. Ruben was the eldest of 9 children. He had six sisters: Marianne, Ophelia, Virginia, Yvonne, Lucille and Alicia and two brothers: Benjamin (deceased) and Daniel. Many nephews and Nieces.
Ruben loved being surrounded by family and friends and very outgoing and friendly. He was always willing to help those in need and was close to his Catholic faith including attending daily mass and praying the rosary.
NOTE: Please observe the latest COVID-19. Face coverings are required.NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the Hero from the church on a journey to his final resting place, approx 7 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Wednesday 17 March 2021:1100 - Stage at Holy Name of Mary Church, 724 E. Bonita Ave, San Dimas, CA 91773
https://goo.gl/maps/3FYLTnMMeYdzgo5y71120 - Mission Briefing
1130 - Flag Line for dignified transfer of Hero to coach
1140 - KSU to Holy Cross Cemetery, 444 E. Lexington Ave., Pomona, CA 91766
https://goo.gl/maps/4WqB9uiGdpvECLTm81155 - Est arrival at cemetery
1200 - Flag line, Service and Military Honors
RC: Dennis “Navrick” Navarre
SoCalPGR Ride Captain909-262-5545
dennis.navarre@gmail.com
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. All PGR members are 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 by the Rid Captain (R/C). 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.
