The family of Taj Jervon Ellis, 46, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the service of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It is our honor to do so.
Taj proudly entered and served with the United States Navy from 28 July 1997 until 27 July 2001. At the time of his discharge, he was an E4 Aviation Boatswain's Mate. He earned the Expert Rifle Ribbon, Navy Good Conduct Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon.
Taj was born on 20 February 1975 and passed away from a train accident while working as a Conductor for Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway 03 March 2021. He worked for BNSF Railway as a Conductor for 8 years. He loved his Hayabusa motorcycle and riding with his club, All American Riders. He loved American classic cars and American muscle cars. He was a foodie and enjoyed cooking for his family.
He is survived by his wife, Trinity Wallace-Ellis; his mother, Diane Ellis; son, Taj Nasir; daughter, Aysia Elizabeth; twin granddaughters, two nieces and a nephew.
NOTE: Please observe the latest “COVID-19” restrictions.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the family residence to the mortuary, approx 32 miles. 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 Friday, 23 April 2021:0800 - Stage at ARCO, 15705 Euclid Ave., Chino, CA 91708
https://goo.gl/maps/E5UEDyPYyMtABtQx90815 - Mission Briefing
0830 - KSU to Family residence
0900- KSU up to Riverside National Cemetery. 22495 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92518
https://goo.gl/maps/PnDNBgMUHosfsLhb91000 - ETA to Riverside National Cemetery
1025 - KSU to Committal/Shelter
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. 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 there by the Ride Captain (RC).
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. 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.
