The family of Lloyd “Mac†McCarthy has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey.
Lloyd “Mac†McCarthy was born in Springfield, Ohio on 21 March 1942 and entered into eternal rest on 04 August 2013.
“Mac†proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force from February 1962 to September 1965. While in the Air Force, he serviced as an Air Policeman. “Mac†was honorably discharged from the Air Force as an Airman First Class (E-3). Some of the medals/awards that “Mac†was received included the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and was the recipient of a Purple Heart for wounds received in combat.
“Mac†moved to California at an early age and after graduating from Compton High School, he enlisted in the Air Force.
After the military “Mac†sold Life insurance for many years.
“Mac†is survived his sons, Brent and Kevin and his three daughters, Michelle, Alicia and Carolina. He leaves behind numerous grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
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. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
Time table for Monday 12 Aug 20130900 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, Staging Area #4 for family, Staging Area #8 for PGR, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/A2AFU0930 - Mission Briefing
0945 - KSU to assigned gravesite for Flag line, Services and Military Honors
Map link for this mission -
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0ER/C : Ray Gould
aka "T-Bone"
SoCalPGR - Ride Captain
951-634-4112 Cell
ray@gouldgps.com
ALR Chapter 200
American Legion Post 200: 2nd Vice Commander
USMC SSgt (Ret.) (D.I.)
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 remember to share your condolences with the family at this link:
http://www.patriotguard.org/ALLForums/tabid/61/forumid/11/postid/2114762/view/topic/Default.aspx
