The family of LCpl Irsal "Axel" Maria, age 30, and the U.S. Marine Corps have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to accompany their Hero to his funeral service and military honors. It will be our honor to do so.
LCpl Irsal "Axel" Maria was serving with the Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines at Port Hueneme, CA when he unexpectedly passed away. He was very proud of his service with the Marines and was dedicated to being the best he could be.
LCpl Maria is survived by many family members, friends and his fellow Marines. He was well loved by many and will not be forgotten.
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 and his family from mortuary to the church. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the church, we will meet you there.
NOTE: Please observe the latest “COVID-19” restrictions.Timeline for Wednesday, 11 August 2021:0715 - Staging at Guerra Gutierrez Mortuary, 5245 E. Pomona Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90022
https://goo.gl/maps/ZknL59vqbc3P29QGA0730 - Mission Briefing
0745 - Flag Line for dignified transfer of Hero to awaiting coach
0800 - KSU to St. Ferdinand's Catholic Church,1044 Pico St., San Fernando, CA 91340
https://goo.gl/maps/7DsbGEKpFy9dwmP760900 - Flag Line for dignified transfer from coach to sanctuary.
0930 - Funeral Mass
1030 - Full Military Honors and PGR presentation.
1045 - Flag Line for dignified transfer to awaiting coach for Hero's return to mortuary for cremation.
R/C Larry Gillette
PGR Regional Ride Captainlarry@pgrbakersfield.org
661-978-1559 cell
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.
