The family of Herbert (Bo) J. Bolton has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Bo joined the Navy in 1948 and left in 1953, serving five years. He qualified aboard USS Pomodon (SS-486) in 1948, serving on her from ’48-’52, but had also served aboard USS Baya (SS/AGSS-318) in 1948, and later on USS Volador (SS-490) from ’52-’53. He left the Navy a Petty Officer 2nd Class.
After his military service, he was very active in the Los Angeles-Pasadena Base/U.S. Submarine Veterans, Inc. (USSVI), serving in Seal Beach. He worked as a tool & die maker. Then, he went on to making and installing high end draperies including an installation at John Wayne's home and other celebrities.
He is survived by his daughter, Susan Bolton, his three sons, Dennis Williams, Eugene Bolton and Brian Bolton, 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 4 great-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 American Legion Post 574 to the cemetery, approx 4 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.
Time Table for Friday, 22 March 2024:1200 – Stage at American Legion Post 574, 13875 Old 215 Frontage Rd., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mQxxk2A5JTEnLYdHA1215 - Mission Briefing
1230 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
https://maps.app.goo.gl/aNyrT3nXVJtKV7APA1250 - ETA at Riverside National Cemetery
1320 - KSU to assigned Shelter for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
Steve “Taz” George
SoCal PGR Ride Captainsghdbeast@gmail.com
714-931-3950
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 R/C (Ride Captain). 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.
