William Kearl, 67, USAF/PGR, Apple Valley/Riverside - 09 MAR 22

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The wife of PGR Brother and Air Force Veteran William (Bill) John Kearl (67) has requested the Patriot Guard to accompany Bill to his final resting place.  It is our honor to do so.

Bill, a resident of Apple Valley, was taken to a local hospital after severe pains in his side and vomiting.  The doctor made the decision to Life Flight him to Las Vegas when no beds at local hospitals were available with the medical care it was determined he required.  Unfortunately Bill passed away in the evening of Christmas Day.  Bill was brought home by The Nevada PGR and SoCal PGR to await burial at Riverside National Cemetery.

Bill was an Air Force veteran of 15 years as a security specialist and electrician. His awards were:  Good Conduct w/4 clusters, AF Commendation medal, NCO Military Education Ribbon, AF Longevity Service Ribbon w/2 clusters, National Defense Service Medal, AF Oversees Long Tour Ribbon and Small Arms Markmanship w/1 oak leaf.  After medical retirement from the Air Force, Bill worked as a civilian contractor at the Marine Corps base in Barstow for 26 years until his retirement.
 
Bill was a Patriot Guard member and attended mission whenever possible.  He enjoyed camping, jeeping, and travel with friends. He was also an avid bowler and bowled a 300 game twice. Bill also loved riding his Harley and in 2017 participated in the Run For The Wall on the Southern Route which earned the nickname the “Tennessee Tidal Wave”. 

Bill is survived by his wife Debbie of 36 years, six brothers and sisters, two step sons, four Grandchildren and his beloved pet Maggie as well as many friends Bill met on his journey through life.

NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the Hero from the family residence to the cemetery, a distance of 58 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. If you prefer to meet us at the cemetery please feel free to do so.

NOTE: PLEASE BE AWARE OF COVID PRECAUTIONS, HAVE MASK AVAILABLE IF NEEDED



TIMETABLE FOR WEDNESDAY, 09 MARCH 2022:

0830 - Stage at East side of Target Store, 19201 Bear Valley Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92308 https://goo.gl/maps/noNtvNZJdJa8cNQ17

0850 - Mission Briefing

0900 - KSU to family residence

0910 - ETA family residence for Flag Line and dignified transfer of Hero to personal vehicle
 
0920 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside. CA 92518 https://goo.gl/maps/iM9kh7pPDo4RzNTy9

1035 - ETA Riverside National Cemetery

1100 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Service and Military Honors


R/C CRAIG LANE AKA JIP-C
SOCAL PGR RIDE CAPTAIN
bigredroadglide@yahoo.com
760-900-0388

I ride today to honor an American Hero, William John Kearl.


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. 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.