The family of Vincent R. Flores, 82, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the military honors of their loved one as he makes the journey to his final resting place. It will be our honor to do so.
Vincent served in the United States Army from 03/01/1966 to 02/10/1968. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant. He received the National Defense Service Medal as well as a Good Conduct Medal.
After military life, Vincent went into the construction business and owned his own company for over 35 years. Vincent was also intelligent and hardworking, he helped many people and made lifelong friends working as a contractor.
Vincent is survived by his loving wife Josefina, and their two sons, Able and Vincent Flores. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this military veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the mortuary to the cemetery, approximately 10 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
NOTE: The weather is expected to be hot. Please remember to eat and stay hydrated. It can make a difference in your ability to withstand the heat.TIMETABLE FOR MONDAY, 28 AUGUST 20231130 - Stage Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 11359 Coffield Ave, El Monte, CA.
https://goo.gl/maps/n63PZjgHCBLjMpPz61145 - Mission briefing.
1200 - Honorable transfer of Hero from the church to the coach.
1210 - KSU to Resurrection Cemetery, 966 Potero Grande Drive, Rosemead, CA for flag line and military honors.
https://goo.gl/maps/cVuDauwVnfEXAawtSCOTTY “TAILGATE” WILES
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
PGR #108920socalpgr_rc@yahoo.com
626-922-6304
Riding in honor of HN Daniel “Doc” Noble
KIA 24/07/2007 Diyala Iraq
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.
