The family of Rocky Deen Kuonen 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.
Rocky was born in Long Beach on 21 January 1945 and entered Eternal Rest on 22 July 2020.
Rocky served his country in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 during the Vietnam War. Rocky was a Personnel Specialist (MOS71H20). His awards/citations included the National Defense Service Medal, Parachutist Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. His last duty assignment prior to his honorable discharge as a SP5(E-5) was with Headquarters and Support, 326 Medical Battalion, 101st Air Cavalry Division.
Rocky was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder-day Saints.
Rocky served at the White House under several titles including Advance Team Leader during the Presidential Terms of Reagan, Bush, and Ford. During his time with President Reagan, he went on tour with him and traveled many parts of the world.
Rocky is survived by his wife Freda, three daughters, Ryan, Vanessa, and Casey. He also leaves behind a stepdaughter, Kathleen, a sister Rita and multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
NOTE: Please observe the latest “COVID-19” restrictions.
Time Table for Monday 09 August 20211130 – Stage at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr., San Diego
http://goo.gl/maps/rAfUs1145 – Mission Briefing
1230 – Flag Line, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors
R/C Stacey “Lil Bit” McCarthy
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
smoerschell@yahoo.com
619-277-5176
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 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. 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.
