Part 1 of 2 PartsThe family of SGT GianCarlo J. Gapuz, age 24, and the US Army have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to receive and accompany their Hero as he returns home to his family for burial. We will be honored to do so.
SGT Gapuz was serving at Ft Carson, Colorado with the Stalwart Battalion, 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry at the time of his passing of medical issues. He had served several years in the Army with multiple deployments. Loved ones eulogized the deceased as an ideal friend, lovable and trustworthy. Friends and relatives alike are singing the praise of Sgt. Gapuz as they recall the wonderful time they shared with the fellow whom they continue to describe as a rare gem.
SGT Gapuz is survived by many family members, friends, and his fellow soldiers. He is deeply missed by all and will never be forgotten.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the Hero and his family from the airport to the funeral home, approx 17 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. If you prefer to meet the procession at the funeral home please feel free to do so.
NOTE: PLEASE OBSERVE ALL COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS, HAVE MASK/FACE COVERING AVAILABLE IF NEEDED
Part 2 the funeral will be posted when time appropriate and details are confirmed.TIME TABLE for Friday, 22 JUL 22:1430 - Stage at Spanish Landing Park East, 3900 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
https://goo.gl/maps/upxsu1Mduvs5N4YTA1445 - Mission briefing
1515 - Move to arrival location
1545 - Est. KSU to El Camino Memorial - Sorrento Valley, 5600 Carroll Canyon Rd., San Diego, CA 92121
https://goo.gl/maps/b1FWuWvL46EaTQaK6 (17 miles)
1615 - ETA at El Camino Memorial
1620 - Flag Line for transfer of Hero from coach to building
R/C Lorenzo Lizarraga
SoCal PGR Regional Captain619-971-2236
llizarraga@yahoo.com
This mission involves an aircraft arrival. Arrival times can change at the last minute so please check this thread for any last minute changes
before leaving.
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.
