The family of Charlie M. De Leon has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Charlie was born on 16 April 1925 in Goliad, Texas and entered Eternal Rest on 20 September 2021.
Charlie, a member of our “Greatest Generation” entered the U.S. Navy in 1942 serving during World War II. His awards/citations included the Asiatic Pacific Medal with 1 Star, and the World War II Victory Medal. Charlie was a Motor Machinist Mate Third Class serving aboard the USS Chanticleer (ASR-7). The USS Chanticleer (ASR-7) was the lead ship of her class of submarine rescue ships in the United States Navy during World War II. Charlie was honorably discharged as Motor Machinist Mate Third Class in 1945 from the Naval Base, Terminal Island, San Pedro.
Charlie was a truck driver for forty-two years.
Charlie loved watching Western movies and listening to Benny Goodman.
Charlie is survived by his daughter Olivia. He also leaves behind three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, there will be a short accompaniment from the chapel to his final resting place. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate.
NOTE: Please observe the latest “COVID-19” restrictions.
Time Table for Friday 22 October 20211300 – Stage at Calvary Cemetery and Mortuary, 4201 Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles
https://goo.gl/maps/6pv3cZLQK2pzxqQ481330 – Mission Briefing
1345 – Flag line as our Hero is moved to the coach.
1345 – KSU to assigned Gravesite for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
RC: Paul (PeaceKeeper) Anderson
SoCalPGR Ride Captain
Downey, CA
310-717-3656
PeaceKeeper1944@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.
Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and respect for our Heroes. No talking, smoking, or cell phone use during the flag line or service. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
