The family of Richard Radloff, 84, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend Military honors for their Hero, it will be our honor to do so.
Richard Radloff served in the U.S. Navy from September 6, 1951 to November 16, 1954 as an enlisted sailer HM3 (a Petty Officer 3rd Class who is a Hospital Corpsman.) During his service Richard was on the USS Consolation AH-15 USNR RU (Hospital Ship).
A little history: Departing Norfolk 14 July 1950, Consolation arrived at Korea 16 August to care for the wounded until 6 April 1954. During this conflict she was the 1st hospital ship outfitted with a helicopter pad. She participated in Operation “Passage to Freedom” to return French from Vietnam to France, then returning to Korea until March 1955. She was decommissioned on 30 December 1955. Consolation received 10 battle stars for the Korean War Service.
After Richard's service he became a co-owner of Renox Welding Supply. He was also a member of the VFW and Elks lodge for several years. He enjoyed spending time with family, camping, fishing, traveling, singing, dancing and being with friends.
Even though Richard never had children of his own; “he stepped up to be that man when he married our mom.” He is survived by Steve, Sue, Sheryl and Scott. Richard is also survived by 8 Grand Children and 13 Great Grand Children.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
The weather is predicted to be hot please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat, it can made a difference with your ability to withstand the heat. Time table for Tuesday, 15 AUG 17:1030 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery Riverside National Cemetery 22495, North of Staging Area 8
http://tinyurl.com/29ssvk31050 - Briefing
1115 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Service & Military Honors
R/C Clint "Smurf" MartinSo Cal PGR Ride Captain
lltk@sbcglobal.net951-505-6362
Do not follow where the path may lead...Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.-Courage
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.
