Part 1 of 2 PartsThe family and the L.A. Sheriffs Dept have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to accompany their Hero, Deputy Dennis Gill, from the airport to the funeral home in the Hollywood Hills. We will be honored to do so.
Deputy Dennis Gill, age 43, who served nearly 20 years with the L.A. County Sheriffs Dept, was on a family vacation in Oregon when he and his two children were involved in a car accident. Sadly the Deputy and his 14 yr old daughter did not survive, his 11 yr old son who was also in the car survived with injuries.
A statement posted online by the sheriff’s office says Gill has worked on a variety of assignments, including custody at the North County Correctional Facility, court services at Pasadena Court, patrol at West Hollywood Station, Crescenta Valley Station, and County Services Bureau.
“No matter where he went, Dennis was very well liked by his peers and respected for the extra duties he took on. He received many public commendations for his diligent performance. Dennis was regarded as compassionate, professional, helpful, and respectful person, who was about providing public service with nothing in return,” the statement read.
They say Deputy Gill was an outstanding person who always worked to go above and beyond.
“We lost a great partner, friend and a public servant. Department Personnel is with the family offering support during this challenging time, as we work through this tragedy.”
Deputy Gill is survived by his wife, his son and many other family members (both blood and blue) and many friends. He will be sorely missed and never forgotten.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Law Enforcement Officer. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the airport to the funeral home, a distance of approx 27 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate
Time table for Tuesday, 28 JULY 2020:1800 - Stage at Carl's Jr, 5625 W Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045
https://goo.gl/maps/yRBZ5Mi2WFUuEDSw81830 - Mission briefing
1840 - KSU for arrival location and Flag Line
1915 - KSU est for Forest Lawn, 6300 Forest Lawn Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90068
https://goo.gl/maps/c6fXn4trZFahpHsa91945 - Est arrival at Forest Lawn
1955 - Flag Line for dignified transfer of Hero from coach to building
R/C Tom Barry
So Cal PGR Ride Captainadmin@armobility.com
(714) 206-1227
This mission involves an aircraft arrival. Arrival times can change at the last minute so please check this thread for any last minute changes
before leaving.
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.
