The family of Gilbert Romero Salazar, 81, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend his Military Honors as he makes his final journey. We are privileged to honor their request.
Gilbert served on active duty in the United States Marine Corps from 11/29/1961 - 07/03/1966. At the time of his separation from the Corps, he was a SGT (E-5). He served a tour in Vietnam and that was extended to nearly two years. He received a Vietnam Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal while there as an 0311 Rifleman.
Following his honorable USMC service, he worked in real estate for 30 years owning his business dealing with real estate sales, title, and escrow. He was very active in his congregation. He served often as worship leader and led bible studies. He loved music in his church and at home with the family. He and his wife, Lucy Ann, shared the joy of gardening and landscaping in their backyard.
Our hero is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 67 years, Lucy Ann. They were married 10 months after he came home from Vietnam. He also leaves behind their three children: Gilbert, Scarlett, and Sebastian Salazar, as well as four grandchildren. In addition, he is survived by two sisters, Berta Salazar Koza and Rosie Salazar, and numerous nieces and nephews. His brother, Edward Salazar III, preceded our hero in death.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this is a flag line only (FLO) mission at Riverside National Cemetery. For those who would like to participate, please see the timetable and we will meet you there.
TIMETABLE FOR MONDAY, 26 JUNE 20231315 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA (Lemay Blvd, near the restrooms).
https://goo.gl/maps/T2kTjRpwu7Egba1W81330 - Mission briefing.
1345 - Await arrival of Hero and KSU to assigned cortège.
1415 - KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.
R/C Steve Blumenfeld, aka Captain Chaos
SoCal PGR
SSGT USAF 1970-1974661-212-2284
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.
