The family of Jose Theodore Ortiz, 80, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the military honors of their loved one as he makes the journey to his final resting place. It will be our honor to do so.
Jose served in the United States Air Force from 1961-1964 where he was stationed in Germany. At the time of his honorable discharge, he was a Staff Sergeant.
He later attended Cal Poly Pomona University and graduated with a BS in Business Administration, majoring in accounting. Joe worked at the accounting firm Eadie & Payne for a few years before landing at the San Bernardino Auditor/Controller’s Office where he worked for 37 years, retiring in 2009.
Through the years, Joe enjoyed playing handball, tennis, pool, and watching many different kinds of sports. He was a member of the American Legion Post 421 in Highland for 16 years, where he enjoyed conversation with other members, watching sports, karaoke, and toasting to good times. After retirement, Joe enjoyed traveling with his wife Julie in their RV to the beach and NASCAR races. He enjoyed life to the fullest each day.
Jose is survived by his wife, Julie, and their children, Joseph, Heidi, and Raquel, and their respective spouses. He is also survived by two sisters and one brother. He also leaves behind four grandchildren and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends, and all who knew him.
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.
TIMETABLE FOR WEDNESDAY, 08 NOVEMBER 20231230 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518, (Lemay Blvd, near the restrooms).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/fTJWuJfBsSVhg4Sq61245 - Mission briefing.
1315 - Await arrival of Hero and KSU to assigned cortège.
1345 - KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.
Billy “BillyJean” Morgan
SoCal High Desert Ride Captain
US Army, Vietnam 69-70
949-939-7282“One straw at a time.”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 is 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.
