The family of Joe James Edwards has invited the Patriot Guard to join them in paying honors to this American Hero, it will be our honor to do so.
Joe or "JJ" as he liked to be called was born in 1956 in Lynwood, Calif. He spent most of his early life in Long Beach, Calif. where he graduated High School.
After finishing High School JJ enlisted in the Army where he was sent to Germany after completing basic training. JJ served in the U.S. Army from 1974 - 1979 with an honorable discharge as Corporal.
In 1990 JJ married a young lady Margaret that he had met in Junior High School. They had known each other since 1968 and were married 22 yrs. later. Upon settling into civilian life JJ went to work with Western flooring where he was employed until his death.
Many of JJ's home projects went by the wayside so that he could help neighbors, friends, and family with their projects. JJ and Margaret were members of Calvary Chapel in Anaheim for the past 22 yrs.
JJ loved fishing and camping at which time there was always a contest between JJ and his sister Cindy in Wisconsin. They would see who would catch the largest fish. JJ was always at peace when he was camping and fishing. He said I love to see what the Lord has made.
Joe is survived by his wife Margaret, daughter Monique, Sons Elijah, Joe, and Justin. 3 granddaughters, 3 grandsons, 1 great grandson, Sister, Cindy and Brother, Tom.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the funeral home to his final resting place. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Time Table for Tuesday 30 DEC 14: 0915 - Stage Heritage Memorial Services, 17712 Beach Blvd.,Huntington Beach, Calif. 92647
http://goo.gl/maps/6m3gh 0930 - Mission Briefing
0945 - Flag Line for Hero dignified transferred to coach
1000 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Ave., Riverside, Calif. 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/vuHsK 1100 - ETA at Riverside National Cemetery (Family stage #2, PGR stage #8)
1115 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
R/C Mike "Joker" Courtright Socal PGR - Ride Captain
mokynanapo@sbcglobal.net
714-321-3356
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is 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 R/C (Ride Captain). 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 post your condolences for the family at the National link:
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