The family of CPO Joseph A. Paris, 54, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their Hero for his military service as he receives his final honors, we are privileged to do so.
Joseph Paris enlisted in the US Navy (Seabees) in May, 1984 and served proudly for 20 years, retiring in May, 2004 at the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He was on ships for much of that time and deployed to many locations in the middle east during the Gulf War. He was highly decorated and received many awards, a few are Navy Achievement Medal with gold star in lieu of 3rd award, Navy Achievement Medal for Professional Achievement, Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal.
After retiring from Active Duty Joe went to work for the Navy in a civilian position at Port Hueneme, he was Director of their Equipment Division, and was working there right up until his passing. He loved to go camping and traveling around the country, he was originally from Pennsylvania so he was a huge fan of the Eagles, the Flyers and the Phillies.
Joe is survived by fiancee Claire, daughters Tiffany and Kristina, 2 grandchildren James and Jessie, brother Paul and many other extended family and friends.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
NOTE: Covid-19 restrictions may still apply. Please have face coverings/masks available, if needed.
Time table for Friday, 11 JUN 2021:
1015 - Stage at Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, 2052 Howard Rd., Camarillo, CA 93012
1030 - Mission briefing
1045 - Prepare for Flag Line for transfer of Hero to graveside
1100 - Flag Line, Service and Military Honors at graveside
R/C: Steve Blumenfeld
aka Captain Chaos
SSgt USAF veteran 70-74
Socal PGR R/C Santa Clarita area
Commander, American Legion Post 507
Road Captain, ALR Chapter 507
1st VP, Vietnam Vets of America, Chap. 355
661-212-2284
steveb507alrpgr@gmail.com
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. All PGR members are 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.
