The family of Gary Reeves has requested the Patriot Guard Riders to accompany their hero to his final resting place. We are honored to have been selected to join with the family in this journey and participating in his final Military Honors and committal ceremony.
Gary served in the United States Army from Oct 1965 - Oct 1967, where is reached the rank of E4, 3rd class, before being Honorably Discharged.
Following his military service, he was a roofing contractor for 60 years.
He loved classic cars, especially Corvettes. He was an avid reader and loved the movies. His biggest love was his family, it meant everything to him.
Survived by his wife Linda Grinstead Reeves, daughter Casey Wehner/husband Todd, son Kyle Reeves/wife Carrie, and grandchild Vivienne Wehner.
A celebration of Life will be held at the Cornerstone Church, 2080 Winfred St, Simi Valley at 1000-1100hrs and then an accompaniment to Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin, 5600 Lindero Cyn Rd, Westlake Village CA
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the Hero and his family from the Church to his final resting place. The accompaniment is (
approximately 23 miles). Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. For those who would like to go directly to the Cemetery, we will meet you there.
Special Note: "The weather is predicted to be Very Warm, please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat. It can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat."
Time Table for Friday 12 July 20241030 - Stage at Cornerstone Church 2080 Winfred St, Simi Valley, CA 93063 (
https://maps.app.goo.gl/BYe2uE4LQJ3yFcPHA)
1045 - Mission Briefing
1115 - Flag Line for transfer of Hero to family vehicle
1130- KSU to Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin, 5600 Lindero Cyn Rd, Westlake Village, Ca 91632 (
https://maps.app.goo.gl/kU2ufG67NPBMFJHc9)
1215 - Flag Line and Final Military Honors
1245 - Intern Gary Reeves, in the Garden of Valor
R/C Terry "Taters" Tatroe
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
ttatroe@roadrunner.com
805-896-7764
Sgt USAF
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.
