The family of Agent Jose Contreras Jr., age 43, and the US Border Patrol, have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor him with a Flag Line at the cemetery as he is laid to rest, we will be honored to do so.
Agent Jose Contreras Jr. had served as a U.S. Border Patrol Agent for nearly 20 years when he passed away unexpectedly. He served since September, 2002, proudly and with great courage during all those years. His partner on the USBP for 16 years was a PGR member and close friend who initially reached out to us to be there to honor him. He was highly respected in the Department by all those that worked with him.
Prior to becoming a Border Patrol Agent, Jose also served in the U.S. Marine Corps from June of 1996 to June of 2000 when he was honorably discharged. One of the Marines who served with him says "Sergeant Jose Contreras was one of the best Marines I had the privilege and honor to serve with. I do not say that lightly. He was not a good garrison Marine or a good field Marine, Jose was a Marines Marine! He loved the Corps, and was one of those Marines you could go to for anything."
Jose was a great man, others have said "Jose Contreras was a great son, brother , nephew, uncle and cousin anyone could ever have, he had such a big heart. His smile just made everyone’s day much brighter. He loved and enjoyed his family he was such a family guy who truly enjoyed every minute and moment of life."
Agent Contreras is survived by his wife and many other family members and friends and his Border Patrol family. He will be dearly missed and never forgotten.
NOTE: This mission posting facilitates your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero and Military Veteran.
Time Table for Tuesday, 07 JUN 22:1245 – Stage at Glen Abbey Memorial Park, 3838 Bonita Rd, Bonita, CA 91902
https://goo.gl/maps/8W3q7MA6aWs6vKex51315 – Mission briefing
1345 – Flag Line for Hero’s procession arrival.
R/C Lorenzo Lizarraga
SoCal PGR Regional Captain619-971-2236
llizarraga@yahoo.com
We encourage those who do not ride to participate in your car. If this is your first mission, go to the initial staging area, where you will be briefed 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.
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.
