The family of Maurice Earl Osborn has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their hero for his service. It will be our privilege to do so.
Maurice was born August 14, 1948 and he passed away on June 22, 2019. He was 70.
SP4 Maurice Osborn served in the US Army from 9-13-1966 to 9-06-1969 when he was honorably discharged.
Our Hero served in Vietnam as a Field Radio Mechanic/Radio Operator and Received the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and 2 Overseas Bars.
Maurice was a very proud patriot and loved to tell stories of his service. After entering civilian life, he worked many years in the Tele-Comm Industry working for Motorola , ATT & T and others. Before retirement he worked as a Security Officer at the Ramona Airport. In his spare time his passion was Ufology. He is survived by 2 children Chris (Christina) and Katrina (Michael), and 3 Grandchildren
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 standing a Flag Line for Final Honors. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Monday 15 July 2019:1030 – Arrive at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
https://goo.gl/maps/PWvSL72eArG2 1045 – Mission briefing
1100 – Dignified transfer to coach
1130 – Flag Line and Service with Military Honors
R/C Stacey McCarthy
“Lil Bit”
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
smoerschell@yahoo.com
619-277-5176
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 that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and respect for our Hero's. No talking, smoking or cell phone use during the flag line or service. Please keep radios and cell phones off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe all speed limits. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
Note: The weather is predicted to be hot so please stay hydrated and don’t forget to eat, it can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat.
