The family of Christopher D. Long, 52, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor their Hero at his final services, we are privileged to do so.
Chris attended schools in Mentone and Redlands before graduating from Hemet High in 1988. Chris passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 10, 2021.
After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served for 5 years out of San Diego, Ca on the USS Long Beach. Chris served from July 8, 1988 to May 10, 1993 much of that time in the Persian Gulf during the Gulf War, Desert Storm and Desert Shield. He was honorably discharged at the rank of RM3, Radioman 3rd Class.
After serving in the Military Chris worked for the VA Hospitals in Loma Linda, Ca and Reno, NV for 13+ years and loved being of service to his fellow veterans. Chris was also a diehard San Francisco 49’ers fan.
Chris is survived by his parents Ginny Zahm of Mentone, Ca and Charles and Pam Long of Montrose, Co. His sister Kim Campbell and brother Bryan (Shelby) Glass and several nieces, nephews and a great niece. Four daughters Deidre (Brent), Amber (Jeremy), Cherie, Tia (Dan) and 10 Grandchildren. His grandmothers Rev. Blanche Lewis and Bernice Long. He is also survived by his uncles David (Kathleen) Lewis and Wayne (Linda) Long, aunts Cheryl Long and Lisa Adams and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers Rev. Roy Lewis and Cidon Long.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
NOTE: Please observe the latest “COVID-19” restrictions and have a face covering should the need arise.Time Table for Friday, 21 JAN 22:1130 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA. 92518 (PGR stage on Normandy at first circle)
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E1145 - Mission Briefing
1200 - KSU to staging area
1215 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
RC Stephen “Opie” Zeeb MSgt, USAF (Ret)
SoCalPGR Ride Captain951-587-7560
xyzeeb@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 Ride Captain (RC). 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. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
