The family of Dennis Mallen has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders, to Honor their loved one and Hero. It will be our Honor to do so.
Dennis served in the Army National Guard in the early 60s and the Marines around 1972. He loved serving, even if he was just in the Reserves. He served stateside at both
Fort Ord and Camp Pendleton. While in the first hitch he was a vehicle mechanic and in the second he served in heavy artillery.
In Civilian Life he was a Grading Contractor. He was a big military history buff and a big reader in general. One of his favorite people to read about was Carlos Hathcock, the sniper. He was one of 12 kids from a large Irish-Catholic family. His wife Gloria , passed away in 1989. During his marriage, he and Gloria had a daughter named Melissa.
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. 6 miles). Please see the time table 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.
Time Table for Saturday, 28 September 2024
1015 - Stage at Gate Kingsley and Gates Smith Salsbury 4220 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, Ca (
https://maps.app.goo.gl/QniozUXCaebs1jfE6)
1030 - Mission Briefing.
1045 - Flag Line as Hero is brought out to coach.
1100 - KSU to Inglewood Park Cemetery, 720 E. Florence Ave, Inglewood, Ca (
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Tu2YNnnekQv9ATzk9)
1130 - Arrive at Inglewood Park Cemetery.
1200 - Flag Line and Military Honors.
R/C Mike "Joker" Courtright
So Cal PGR / Ride Captain
mokynanapo@sbcglobal.net
714-321-3356
"Standing for those who stood for us"
"Patriot Guard Ride Captain" #202572
Orange County, Calif.
Only 2 defining forces offered to die for you:
Jesus Christ, and the American Soldier:
One died for your soul, the other one died for your freedom.
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.
