The family of LCDR Lawrence Harden, age 74, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor their Hero for his military service. We are privileged to do so.
Lawrence enlisted in the US Navy in 1965 and served honorably until his retirement in 1996, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He served in Vietnam, Gulf War, Overseas as a Defense Attache in Denmark, served unaccompanied tour on Carrier out of Japan, last tour was the Executive Officer of a Helicopter Squadron in Coronado. Received the Purple Heart and Meritorious Service Medal (x 2), and Navy Commendation Medal with Valor for some noteworthy decorations.
After retiring from the Navy, Lawrence worked for 10 years at ATEL Communications.
Lawrence is survived by brother Raymond Harden, wife Barbara Harden, sons Timothy and Michael Harden, daughter Kristine Reardon, son-in-law Christopher Reardon, and grandson David Reardon.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero.
Time Table for Monday, 18 APR 22:0745 - Stage at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr., San Diego, CA 92122
https://goo.gl/maps/9ztyQmtZu5sGUnL780810 - Mission briefing
0830 - Flag Line for arrival of Hero and family
0845 - Flag Line for transfer of Hero to horse drawn carriage
0900 - Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
R/C Phil “Wile E” Hersey
So Cal PGR Ride Captainfishawn208@gmail.com
619-454-1408
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.
