The PGR has been invited by the family of Manuel Oropeza Mercado, 83, Montebello, to be present for his funeral and final military honors. It is our honor and privilege to do so.
Manuel Mercado was drafted into the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was enlisted from 11/5/1961 to 8/31/1967, and honorably discharged at the rank of PFC.
Following his honorable service, Manuel worked as a production manager at a clutch company for 30 yrs until he suffered a heart attack.
His hobbies included spending time with family, going to casinos, finding great deals, and watching fireworks.
The Mercados are one proud military family. Their dad instilled in them the values of God, family, & country. His son, as well as 4 of his grandchildren, also served in the military, following in his footsteps His daughters married military men.
The PGR recently attended services for Manuel's son, Daniel Mercado, on 9/15, at Los Angeles National Cemetery. Our attendance brought him to tears. Manuel subsequently passed on 10/13...the family thinks from a broken heart.
He is survived by his wife Maria Elena Mercado, three children--Doralina Tichy, Diana Huff & Manuel Mercado Jr. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 17 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. Timetable for Saturday 06 NOV 21:1115 - Gather at Rose Hills Chapel, 3888 Workman Mill Rd., Whittier, CA 90601 (Please arrive quietly, as services will already be in progress)
https://goo.gl/maps/o36gc9VAMV3i6tu471130 - Mission briefing
1145 - Stand by for Flag Line for dignified transfer to the coach, proceed to burial site for military honors
1200 - Flag Line and graveside service with Military Honors
R/C Lester “Rottndog” Forsythe
SoCal PGR Ride CaptainMM2/SS U.S. Navy Submarines
pgrrottndog@gmail.com
714-743-3574
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. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring
