The family of Aloysius “Al” Jerome Watts, 79, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the military honors of their loved. It will be our privilege to honor their request.
Aloysius is a Vietnam Veteran. He served in the United States Army from 03/05/1965 and honorably discharged at the rank of Specialist 5 (E5) on 03/04/1968. He continued on active-duty reserve until 03/04/1972. He was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Parachuters Badge, and Sharpshooter Rifle M-14 Badge.
In “Al’s” civilian life, he was a law enforcement officer for 30 years until he retired. He worked for five to six years at Stanton Police Department and at the time of his retirement was with the Cypress Police Department. In his spare time, Al loved to fish, was an avid gun enthusiast, and enjoyed shooting.
Al leaves behind his wife, Anita, as well as son, Sean Watts and daughter, Jennifer Watts. He also leaves behind three grandchildren, Brooke, Danny, and Sarah, as well as his brother Scott Watts and sister Margaret Watts.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military and Law Enforcement Hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this is an accompaniment from the church to the cemetery (approximately one mile). For those who would like to participate, please see the timetable and we will meet you there.
TIMETABLE FOR THURSDAY, 21 SEPTEMBER 20231045 - Stage at St. Irenaeus Catholic Church, 5201 Evergreen Ave, Cypress, CA. Please arrive quietly as mass service will be underway.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/YQcmy9QWyrxDcX4aA1100 - Mission briefing.
1135 - KSU to Forest Lawn, 4461 Lincoln Ave, Cypress, CA for flag line and military honors.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/AUZSAvQ5BGdvMVWA9TOM BARRY
PGR California State Captain
casc@patriotguard.org714-206-1227
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.
