The family of William Johnston has invited us to help honor his life and service to our country. We are honored to do so.
Bill served in the US Army from March 1969 – November 1970. He served in Vietnam and Thailand as a Heavy Equipment Truck Operator, which included hauling Agent Orange. He was Honorably Discharged as a Corporal. He received the Vietnam Service Medal and the National Defense Medal.
In civilian life Bill had a long career in retail sales. First clothing, then auto parts, car sales and automated gate equipment.
In his off time, he enjoyed riding his Harley, golfing and billiards.
Bill is survived by his wife, Cheryl , daughters Claire & Rhonda and two grandchildren.
Bill’s death was a result of contact with Agent Orange and Dog Tags will be available.NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Monday, 20 MAR 171045 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA; (staging area 3 for family, for PGR stage on Normandy Dr., east of the circle along the north curb facing west).
https://goo.gl/maps/oahECZDwemE21100 - Mission Briefing.
1130 - KSU to Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
R/C Chip Williams
aka “Dezperaado”
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
ALR/SAL Chapter 132, Orange, CA
dezperaado@aol.com 760-662-9095You 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.
