The family of Michael Anthony Rangel, Sr., 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.
Michael served in the US Army from April 1974 to April 1977. He was honorably discharged as a Specialist 4 (SP4). After his exit from the Army, Michael attended college and earned a degree in electrical engineering. He worked 30+ years as an electrical engineer working in IT.
He enjoyed spending time with friends and family and barbequing. He also enjoyed fishing, reading his bible, listening to music, and attending church.
He is survived by his wife, Maria; and four children, Michael, Jr., Monica, Cynthia, and Daniel. He will be greatly missed by his nine grandchildren. He was the youngest of eight children.
Sadly, this veteran's life was cut short by a violent crime. He went out to water his lawn and was the victim of a drive-by shooting. Let's rally around this family and show our support!
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 5 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.
TIMETABLE FOR TUESDAY, 14 NOVEMBER 20231300 - Stage at Sandals Church, 17421 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/JRB5oEf5x8x3Dbji71315 - Mission briefing.
1330 - Flag line as Hero is brought from the church to the coach.
1335 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA.
https://goo.gl/maps/mA45GWnH1x8fzTB661400 - Arrive at RNC to assigned staging lane.
1430 - KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.
Lillian Riddell
SoCalPGR Mission Ops/Ride Captain
lilygirl54@roadrunner.com
(909) 855-2623“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain.”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 is 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.
