The family of William Meyers Sr. has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our hero enlisted in the Army in June 1969 and was honorably discharged in March 1975 at the rank of Sp5 E-5. He spent the majority of his enlistment as a medic.
While in Vietnam he was awarded the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry.
As a civilian, William enjoyed a career with the Post Office followed by time spent as a Bellman at Morongo Casino.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Catherine, son, Willam and daughter, Christina. He is survived by daughters Carey and Chistina (stepdaughter), three grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Note: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested and all PGR members are welcome. We will be accompanying the Hero and his family from the family home to the cemetery, (approx. 28 miles). Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. If you prefer to meet the procession at the cemetery, please feel free to do so.
Time table for Monday, 26 February 2024
1130 - Stage at Grammas Country Kitchen, 2868 W. Ramsey St. Banning Ca. 92220 (
https://maps.app.goo.gl/hw5yn2uu9en6YFxv6)
1200 - Mission Briefing
1230 - KSU to family home.
1245 - KSU Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA (
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gKWVAUqPcSKzSFJ19)
1345 - ETA RNC and move to staging lane.
1415 - KSU to Shelter for services and Military Honors.
R/C Billy (Billyjean) Morgan
So Cal 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.
