The family of Vernon Raymond Kile Jr. 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.
Vernon was born in Long Beach on 06 March 1926.
Vernon, a member of our “Greatest Generation,” proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1946 during World War II. Vernon was a Seaman First Class who saw combat in the Pacific Theatre battles. His awards/citations included the World War II Victory Medal and the Asiatic-Pacific Medal. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Naval Base, Terminal Island, San Pedro.
Vernon was a maintenance and auto mechanic at a glass factory.
Vernon’s hobbies included woodworking, construction, cooking, and mentoring children.
Vernon is survived by two children, two grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and four great-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 Friday 17 December 20211345 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518 (PGR Staging: on Normandy near the first roundabout, entering at East Normandy and passing Staging Area #9)
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E 1415 – Mission Briefing
1430 – KSU to assigned Shelter for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
Larry Medcraft
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
LMedcraf@yahoo.com
Cell 951-897-6635
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 participate in your car. If this is your first mission, go to the initial staging area, and you will be briefed by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or wear casual attire if you are driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely.
Remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent 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 honor.
