The family of Charles Thomas Whaling, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend and honor him on the occasion of his final military honors and committal. We are honored to attend.
Charles enlisted in the United States Army during the Cold War Era in 1961 and served honorably for three years. At the time of his Honorable Discharge he was a Sp4 (E-4) serving as a tank mechanic in West Germany. He truly enjoyed his assignment and life in West Germany. He was awarded a Good Conduct Medal and a Sharpshooter Ribbon (M-14).
Our hero was raised in North Hollywood and following his separation from active duty he joined the family business that was run by his twin brother.
Whaling Packaging specialized in all types of freight crating including industrial equipment and military hardware. Outside of work he was an accomplished handyman and woodworker. He loved his home shop that he had erected on a six inch thick slab behind his house. He was able to fix, repair, and create anything the family needed and especially enjoyed woodworking.
Charles was a good Christian and was active in his church. He is predeceased by his wife who passed three years ago.
We will be joined by his local relatives including his twin Brother and his sister, Colleen Morgan.
Note: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested and all PGR members are welcome.
Please see the timetable if you would like to participate.
NOTE: PLEASE OBSERVE ALL COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS, HAVE MASK/FACE COVERING AVAILABLE IF NEEDED.
Timetable for Thursday, 05 JAN 20231015 - Stage at Los Angeles National Cemetery (Parking Lot inside gate across from main cemetery office) 950 South Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
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1030 - Mission Briefing.
1045 - Join family in staging line
1100 - Accompany family to the Columbarium Committal Pavilion for Final Military Honors.
R/C Steve Blumenfeld
aka Captain Chaos
SoCal PGR R/C
SSGT USAF 1970-1974
661-212-2284
steveb507alrpgr@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.
