The family of SGT Christian Andrew Avila, age 22, and the US Army, have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to accompany their Hero as he arrives back home to his family. We will be honored to do so.
SGT Christian Avila was serving with the US Army as an Army Ranger at the time of his untimely passing. He had distinguished himself in service during his time in the Army, having risen to the rank of Sergeant. He was respected by all who served with him, above in rank and below.
SGT Avila is survived by many family members, friends and his fellow Soldiers, he will be dearly missed by all and NEVER forgotten.
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 and his family from the airport to the funeral home, approx 14 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. If you prefer to meet the procession at the funeral home please feel free to do so.
Time Table for Wednesday, 01 JUN 22:1315 - Stage at Spanish Landing Park East, 3900 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
https://goo.gl/maps/upxsu1Mduvs5N4YTA1330 - Mission briefing
1400 - Move to arrival location
1430 - Est KSU to Glen Abbey Memorial Park & Mortuary, 3838 Bonita Rd., Bonita, CA 91902
https://goo.gl/maps/wA5UwHFEyRWjUZRk91500 - Est arrival at Mortuary
1505 - Flag Line for dignified transfer of Hero to building
R/C Stacey McCarthy “Lil Bit”
So Cal PGR Ride Captain(619) 277-5176
smoerschell@yahoo.com
This mission involves an aircraft arrival. Arrival times can change at the last minute so please check this thread for any last minute changes before leaving.
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.
