Conrado Catalla Batocabe, 97, USA/WWII - FLO/RNC - 21 July 2023

[Lilygirl54]

The family of Conrado Catalla Batocabe, 97, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the military honors of their loved one.  We are privileged to attend

Conrado was one of the Greatest Generation who served proudly in the United States Army from 1946-1949 during World War II.  He was stationed in the Philippines, Guam, and Japan.  He was honorably discharged at the rank of Private First Class.

After his discharge from the Army, Conrado worked as a Christian layman and church builder.  He was a devout Christian and loved his family very deeply. 

Conrado is survived by his wife, Chouy, (sounds like Joy but with the ch from chocolate).  He is survived by 11 children and many grandchildren.  He is also survived by a sister, Clarita.

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.

NOTE:  The weather has warmed up.  Please remember to eat and stay hydrated.  It can make a difference in your ability to withstand the heat.


TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY, 21 JULY 2023

1330 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518, (Lemay Blvd, near the restrooms).   https://goo.gl/maps/mA45GWnH1x8fzTB66

1345 - Mission briefing.

1400 - Await arrival of Hero via coach and KSU to assigned cortège.

1430 - KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.

Billy (BillyJean) Morgan
SoCal High Desert Ride Captain
US Army, Vietnam 69-70
949-939-7282

“One straw at a time.”

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.