The family of Jesus Arenas has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to accompany them on this his final journey.
Jesus was born in Los Angeles on September 29, 1947 and entered into eternal rest on 11 November 2013.
Jesus proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1974. While in Vietnam Jesus was wounded in combat and was the recipient of a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was honorably discharged in 1974.
When Jesus was a in his younger years, he used to bring bums home for his mom to feed. He would always stop to help anyone broke down or to assist with changing a tire.
Jesus moved to Texas in 1989 where he became an employee of American Airlines until his retirement.
Jesus enjoyed playing baseball in his spare time and even commissioned a team with fellow co-workers. He loved Notre Dame and enjoyed collecting pocket watches and Hallmark keep sake ornaments. He was a good joke teller and very animated when doing so.
Jesus is survived by John and Diana Arenas, Richard Arenas, Brent and Cynthia May. He leaves behind his Mother, Barbara Arenas, brother Robert, three grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Thursday 21 Nov. 13: 1000 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #3 for family, Staging Area #7 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E 1015 – Mission Briefing
1030 – KSU to assigned gravesite for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
RC: Ray Gould aka “T-Bone”
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
951-634-4112 Cell
ray@gouldgps.com
ALR Chapter 200
American Legion Post 200
Chaplain & Service Officer
USMC SSgt (Ret) (D.I.)
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 remember to leave your condolences for the family at this link:
https://www.facebook.com/events/597054506998568/?context=createPlease 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. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
