The family of John Leroy Long has requested the Patriot Guard Riders to attend his funeral service. We are honored to do so.
John Leroy Long was born in Glendale, California on January 26, 1928, and passed away on September 23, 2020.
He served with the US Army from 1 SEP 1950 to 15 Apr 1952. He was stationed in Korea. He received an Honorable Discharge and was awarded the Army of Occupation Medal, the Korean Service Medal with 1 Bronze Service Star, and the UN Service Medal.
After John’s return to civilian life he spent his life in Sales, most recently real estate sales in and around his hometown of La Habra, CA. He became quite an accomplished golfer and was a big fan of both the Dodgers and the Rams. He also had a small role in the movie Gone With The Wind as a child and loved to tell that story. John was a man of very strong faith and loved God.
John was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Sue. He is survived by his children, Cindy, Mike, Judy and Charlie. He leaves behind 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
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.
NOTE: Please observe all Covid-19 safety precautions to include wearing of a face mask and social distancing.Time Table for Saturday, 10 Oct 20:0945 - Stage at Main Gate, Rose Hills Cemetery, 3888 Workman Mill Rd., Whittier, CA 90601
https://goo.gl/maps/nUKGG3hpgtbHj3dw71000 - Mission Briefing
1015 - KSU to gravesite for Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
1100 – Service begins
R/C Chip Williams
aka “Dezperaado”
SoCal PGR Ride CaptainALR/SAL Chapter 132, Orange, CA
dezperaado@aol.com
760-662-9095
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.
