The family of World War II Veteran Willie Jess Lopez have invited the Patriot Guard to join them in honoring this hero of the Greatest Generation at his interment this Wednesday and we are proud to do so.
Willie joined the United States Navy in August of 1943 and served in a variety of locations including Pearl Harbor, and was assigned to two different wooden hulled mine sweepers, the YMS-56 and YMS-76.
During his service, Boatswain's Mate Second Class Willie Lopez was awarded the Asiatic-Pacific Area Medal with 4 Stars, The American Area Medal, and Victory Medal World War II.
After his service to our country, Willie worked in Electro Plating. In his spare time he enjoyed working on his home, listening to Jazz music, and spending time with his family.
Willie is survived by his spouse of 40 years Yolanda Medina; siblings Dennis, Joe, and Cecilia Lopez; children Carolina Lopez, Jose Murillo, Pearl Murillo, and Barbara Lopez; 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Please join us in honoring this hero of the Greatest Generation.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
NOTE: The weather is predicted to be hot so please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat; it can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat.
Time Table for Wednesday, 19 July:
1100 - Stage at Rose Hills Memorial Park 3888 Workman Mill Rd. Whittier, CA 90601
https://goo.gl/maps/m7IbM Enter through the Main Gate (gate 1), meeting on the right hand side in the parking lot
1115 - Mission Briefing
1145 - Expected arrival of the coach and our hero and KSU to grave site in the Garden of Love for service, Flag Line and Military Honors.
R/C
Mike "Joker" Courtright
SoCalPGR - Ride Captain
mokynanapo@sbcglobal.net 714-321-3356
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is 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.
