The family of Jayjuan R. Crowder, 63, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend his military honors as he makes his final journey. We are privileged to honor their request.
Jayjuan was an Air Force dependent who served on active duty in the United States Army from 1979 to 1985 . He enlisted in the Army after high school in Spain where his father, a career airman, was stationed. Our hero served in crypto communications in Germany for one tour at a Pershing Nuclear Missile Unit. His completed his honorable service in Columbus, Ohio.
Jayjuan suffered from the enduring effects of Covid-19 that ultimately resulted in severe heart trouble since 2020. He recently passed from a massive heart attack while traveling through Montana.
Following his service to America, he attended Ohio State University and was a lifelong Buckeye fan. He suffered from PTSD and his issues resulted in his being homeless for a while. He worked at many jobs (over 20), and fighting his PTSD demons made steady employment nearly impossible. He was able to help and mentor other veterans with their Veteran Affair needs, especially those veterans that shared his homelessness and PTSD issues.
Our hero is survived by his loving wife of 8½ years, Ronna. She and Jayjuan met 10 years ago while they were both in Long Beach. He also leaves behind one son, J. Michael Crowder, and two daughters, Jamie McCabe and Mariah Wolf. He is also survived by two grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this is a flag line only (FLO) mission at Riverside National Cemetery. For those who would like to participate, please see the timetable and we will meet you there.
NOTE: The weather has warmed up. Please remember to eat and stay hydrated. It can make a difference in your ability to withstand the heat.TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY, 28 JULY 20231200 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518, (Lemay Blvd, near the restrooms).
https://goo.gl/maps/T2kTjRpwu7Egba1W81230 - Mission briefing.
1245 - Await arrival of Hero and KSU to assigned cortège.
1300 - KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.
Steve Blumenfeld, aka Captain Chaos
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
SSGT USAF 1970-1974661-212-2284
steveb507alrpgr@gmail.com
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 Ride Captain (RC). 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. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
