The family of John Leonard Kuklinski has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the Military Honors of their loved one.
It will be our honor to fulfill their request.
John passed away at the age of 71.
John joined the navy 12/1/1972 – discharged 11/20/1979. He then joined the Army National Guard 11/3/1980 & was honorably discharged 8/31/1998. He retired at the rank of Captain.
Special Achievement Awards, National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Star.
Army Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, Military Achievement.
After retiring, John worked for the Federal Civil Service as a Firefighter and was a Fire Inspector.
Family survivors: Susi Kuklinski (wife), Brian and Monica Kuklinski (son and daughter-in-law), 1 grandchild, sisters Karen and Arlene, brother Ken.
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 Mortuary to the Cemetery, approx. 20 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. If you prefer to meet the procession at the cemetery, please feel free to do so.
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.
"The weather is predicted to be hot 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, 20 September 20240715 - Stage at El Cajon Mortuary 684 S. Mollison El Cajon, Ca. 92020 (
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bKvbNjP1Eai7M3ccA)
0730 - Mission briefing.
0755 - KSU to Miramar National cemetery 5795 Nobel Dr. San Diego, Ca. 92123 (
https://maps.app.goo.gl/vfRhq6ntTmP8MefM7)
0830 - Arrive at Miramar
0900- Flag line for full Military Honors
R/C Ken Brassell
(Cell (619) 333-9685
kenbrassell@gmail.com
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.
