The family of
Captain Thomas Michael Reidy, 67, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor this hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
Captain Reidy proudly served his country in the United States Navy from June 1976 through September 2001, retiring after 25 years of service. Captain Reidy was a flight instructor for the F14 fleet. For his service, he was awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon, Navy Expeditionary Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, and the Humanitarian Service Medal. He was the last commanding officer of VF-301 Fighter Squadron 301.
After retiring from the Navy, Thomas worked until retirement as a Branch Manager of Rancho Penasquitos Union Bank. Thomas was a Coach, Board Member, and Board Officer of the Poway National Little League. He was also a Board Member and President of the Poway Wrestling Foundation. Thomas was a huge San Diego Padres fan and a 21-year season ticket holder He loved to garden, travel, and spend time with his family and friends.
The family has requested an accompaniment from the family home to Miramar National Cemetery, a distance of approximately 17 miles. So, bring your large motorcycle flags.
Note: This notice is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying this hero from the family 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 Friday, 13 October 2017:
1115– Stage at Carl’s Jr.,14949 Pomerado Rd., Poway, CA 92064
https://goo.gl/maps/GaPRTiowCDr1130 – Mission Briefing
1145 – KSU to Family Home
1200 – KSU to Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr., San Diego, CA 92122
https://goo.gl/maps/gzo4HXUy2QC21230 - (Est) Arrival at Miramar NC
1300 – Flag Line, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors
Jeff "TriGeezer" WernerSo Cal Patriot Guard Ride Captain
Carlsbad, Ca
Cell: 503-989-5315
Pgrtrigeezer@Yahoo.com
CAPT Thomas M Reidy (Ret) 4/7/1950 – 9/21/2017You 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.
