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Author Topic: R. T. Howe, 85, US Air Force, Vietnam -FLO- Riverside National Cemetery 07JUN24  (Read 2255 times)

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The family of R T Howe, have requested the Patriot Guard presence with R. T. for his final goodbyes as he enters the gates of Valhalla to join those that have gone before him. It will be our honor and privilege to do so.

R. T. age 85, proudly served in the U. S. Air Force from 02 Feb 1964 to 13 Feb 1968. Although his death is not combat related R. T. was stationed in Vietnam.

After his service R. T, was a diesel mechanic and was dedicated to his profession until his retirement at 70.

R. T. was a very loving man and was liked by all. R. T. was a kind Father and Husband. Jesus was also very important to R. T. and it showed in what a very caring and loving man he was.

His wife Lynnda passed in 2012. R. T. remarried in 2013 to Barbara Peterson. R. T. is survived by his Wendell Vannater, Glen Howe, and his daughter Cheryl Williamson. His parents Henrey and Virgie preceded him in death. R. T. will join his son Paul Howe, who is also at RNC.

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 ride/drive safely.

TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY 7 JUNE 2024:

0900 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery 22495 Van Buren Blvd. Riverside. Ca. 92518 (Lemay Blvd by the restrooms on the right)
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0915 - Mission Briefing

0920 - Await family's arrival

0930 - KSU to Cortege

1000 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line and Military Honors.

CRAIG AKA JIP-C LANE, USMC

SO/CAL PGR RIDE CAPTAIN bigredroadglide@yahoo.com

760-900-0388

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.
Larry Leveque
Mission Operations
So Cal PGR
larryleveque@msn.com