The family of Martin (Chino) Vasquez has invited the Patriot Guard to be with them as they honor this member of the Greatest Generation as he takes his final journey on 12 February, and we are pleased to do so.
Martin served with the US Army from 1944 to 1946 as a Machine Gunner with the 112th Cavalry Regiment and achieving the rank of Staff Sargent. During his time in service, he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Army of Occupation Medal, WWII Victory Medal, Asia Pacific Campaign Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal, and the Combat Infantry Badge.
Martin is survived by his wife of 67 years, Carmen, 3 children, 4 grandchildren, three great grandchildren and one step-grandson. He was preceded in death by a son and grandson.
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 church services to his final resting place. For those who wish to go directly to the cemetery, please arrive there not later than 12:15pm and we will meet you there. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Thursday, 12 February:1130 - Stage at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church, 724 East Bonita Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773
https://goo.gl/maps/QyVbp Please arrive quietly as service will be in progress.
1145 - Mission briefing
1200 - Est Flag Line for dignified transfer to coach
1215 - Est KSU to Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 444 East Lexington Avenue, Pomona, CA 91766 (7 miles)
https://goo.gl/maps/xms1W 1230 - Graveside service, Flag Line and Military Honors
R/C Candelario 'Candyman' RodriguezSoCalPGR - Ride Captain
909-973-4195 cell
candelario4u@aol.com 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.
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