The family of Jesus Tiofilo Aguilar has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
Jesus served in the United States Air Force from March 12th, 1947 – October 31st, 1970 and retired as a Master Sergeant (E-7) after almost 24 years of service. He served three tours overseas: 1958 in England, 1960 and 62 in Guam, and 1969 in Vietnam. Jesus was an MMS (Munitions Maintenance Specialist) and he earned The Air Force Longevity Service Award, several Air Force Good Conduct Awards, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and The National Defense Service Medal.
Jesus enjoyed learning about mechanical things from his father, Emilio Aguilar who was the overall west coast manager for The Santa Fe Railroad, and so after retiring from military service he opened his own auto repair shop. It was a “one stop shop” where Jesus did it all from painting, welding, electrical, and auto repair. Utilizing this passion, Jesus was able to support his family and help others in need.
Jesus is proceeded in death by his loving wife, Odelia and two sons Tony and Rick. He is survived by his son Steven Aguilar (PGR member), 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR are welcome, we will be accompanying our hero and his family from Partridge Creek Mortuary to Miramar National Cemetery approx. 16 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Timetable for Tuesday, 31st January 2023:0900- Stage at Partridge Creek Mortuary 10330 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071
https://goo.gl/maps/8VW4f3MbEsmNXzZB8 0915- Mission Briefing
0925- Flag line for Heroes’ transfer to coach
0930- KSU for Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
https://goo.gl/maps/Fms9WSo3Nqz1sCAF9 1000 – Arrive at Miramar NC
1010- Transfer to horse drawn carriage
1030 - Flag Line, Funeral Service with full Military Honors
R/C Paul “RoundTrip” McCarthy
(619)838-9123You 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 is your first mission, go to the initial staging area, and you will be briefed by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or wear casual attire while driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely.
Remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent 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. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we honor.
