The family of Omar Keith Skiver, 98 yrs of age, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend his funeral service and honor him. We would be highly honored to do so.
Omar Keith Skiver enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1943 in response to our country's need in World War II. He was a fighter pilot and was decorated for his actions, primarily flying P51s with the 506 Fighter Group, 7th Fighter Command, 457th Fighter Squadron. Omar was honorably discharged in 1947 at the rank of Lieutenant.
Here is a link to the "506" and their heroic actions in the battle of Iwo Jima:
http://www.506thfightergroup.org/index.asp Link of pilots in the "506" Fighter group showing Mr. Skiver's name:
http://www.506thfightergroup.org/pilot-page.asp Omar grew up in Riverside,CA and built his dream home after the military with his bride in Turtle Rock. He loved laughter, wine, golf, dinner parties, but mostly he was fiercely patriotic to his country.
Omar is survived by his son Matt, two grandsons Nathan and Jeremy and 3 great grandchildren, Olivia, Caeden and Reilly.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time table for Monday, 24 AUG 15: 0915 - Stage at Pacific View Cemetery, 3500 Pacific View Drive, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
https://goo.gl/maps/EprGS 0930 - Mission briefing
1000 - KSU to grave site for Flag Line, service and Military Honors
R/C Mike 'Joker' Courtright
Patriot Guard Ride Captainmokynanapo@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.
Please post your condolences to the National link:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?407571
