The family and friends of Albert Burns LeRoy (71 years) have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in accompanying him to his final resting place in Bakersfield National Cemetery. As Patriot Guard Riders it will be our privilege to do so.
Albert Burns LeRoy served in the United States Marine Corps from August 6, 1965 through August 5, 1968, attaining the rank of corporal. Albert served during the Vietnam War and was a Combat Marine in unit 311 Rifleman, which is the Primary Infantry unit of the Marine Corps. During his service, Albert received wounds in combat and later was awarded the Purple Heart. Albert was also exposed to herbicides during service. The effects of the war were evident in Albert’s life. At home, he did not dream at night and he did not talk about his service with anyone. Albert’s awards for his service included the National Defense medal, Vietnam Service medal with One Star, Republic of Vietnam Campaign medal with device, Rifle Expert badge and the Purple Heart.
After his Honorable Discharge, Albert worked as an electrician and retired as such. He also worked at ranching and farming. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and riding and caring for horses and mules. Albert liked spending time with his family and doing things for other people. He was considered by all as a Giver! He was always there to lend a helping hand.
Albert and his wife Linda were together 20 years. Albert is survived by his wife Linda M LeRoy; siblings, Scott LeRoy, Kurt LeRoy, and Mary Campbell: Children, Shelly Chavez, Kenny LeRoy, Eric LeRoy, Danny LeRoy and Bonnie LeRoy. Albert had 16 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the funeral services to his final resting place. 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 Monday 29 February 2016:0900 hrs. – Stage at mortuary Holland & Lyons, 216 S Norma St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
https://goo.gl/maps/98aqwepvHkT20915 hrs. – Mission Briefing
0945 hrs. – Flag Line
1000 hrs. – K.S.U. Accompany to Bakersfield National Cemetery 30338 E Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin, CA 93203
https://goo.gl/maps/WJc6DgP17HR21140 hrs. – Arrive Bakersfield Cemetery
1230-1330 hrs. – Military Honors and Services for Albert Burns LeRoy
1330 hrs. – Mission Complete
R/C Tom LystrupSoCal PGR - Ride Captain
lystruptf@gmail.com
760-677-1800
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 for the family at the National link:
https://www.patriotguard.org/showthread.php?414580
