The family of Mario J. Rodriguez has requested the attendance of the Patriot Guard Riders in honoring their hero. We will proudly fulfill that request.
Mario was born on March 19, 1954. He was the 7th child born out of 13 brothers and sisters. He pretty much hit the ground running when he was born - always wanting to work on things, and to help out any and every one that needed help.
After graduating high school, Mario joined the United States Marines, and pretty much excelled in everything he did. Upon graduating from boot camp, Mario began his career with the Marine Corps and rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant. Mario served in the USMC from June 26, 1973 to June 29,1979. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6).
After Mario's time in the Marine Corps had come to an end, he quickly went to work again. This time he worked as a dairy operator. Mario did this job for 20 years and then became a dairy printer operator for another 10+ years.
In his pastime, Mario loved going to Las Vegas, the casinos, NASCAR, football and basketball. He enjoyed watching western movies, spending time with his family, and listening to music at home and in the car.
Unfortunately on March 11, 2024 Mario passed. He passed just 8 days before his 70th Birthday.
Mario is survived by his wife Linda Rodriguez, and children, Renee, Denise, Eric and Adrian. He is also survived by one grandson, Mario. He will also be missed by several siblings: Victoria, John, Margaret, Steven, Ernest, Judy, Edward, Terry, Annemarie, Elizabeth, Paul, and Robert.
"Let's give this Marine the honors he deserves."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 church, approximately 13 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.
TIMELINE FOR FRIDAY, 05 APRIL 20240815 - Stage at Funeraria del Angel, 2333 W. Merced Ave., West Covina, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/zRruTmLjxpBRTzXf80830 - Mission briefing.
0845 - KSU to St. Mariana De Paredes Catholic Church, 7922 Passons Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9y7h7MyMCPVnXhg490915 - Flag line as hero is moved from the coach to the church.
1100 - Military honors after church service.
1130 – Flag line as hero is loaded into the coach.
1145 - KSU back to Funeraria Del Angel.
1215 - ETA to the mortuary. Flag line as hero is moved from the coach to the building.
(Pallbearers may be needed.)Mike "Joker" Courtright
SoCal PGR Ride Captain
mokynanapo@sbcglobal.net
714-321-3356"Standing For Those Who Stood For UsOnly 2 defining forces offered to die for you:
Jesus Christ, and the American Soldier:
One died for your soul, the other one died for your freedom.
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.
