The Patriot Guard have been invited by the son of Felix R. Duran to participate in his father's final military honors. It would be our honor to do so.
Felix was born November 20th, 1916 and passed June 19th, 2017 at over 100-1/2 years old.
As a member of the Greatest Generation he served his country proudly in the US Army during World War II. Felix was stationed in Anchorage, Alaska (still not yet a state) as a Coastal Artilleryman. He served from October of 1940 until he was honorably discharged in 1945.
Felix was preceded by a son, Carlos, 12 years ago. He is survived by his wife of over 58 years, Ana M. Duran. He is also survived his son, Jerry G. Duran, who requested this mission, his three daughters, Martha Munoz, Rosie Sanchez, and Anita Sencion and his 30+ grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
He and his wife, Ana, were self-employed by their cleaning equipment and supplies sales business.
Felix's Army service was echoed by son Jerry, who retired after a career in the US Army. His grandson, Jerry's son, is currently following that same path, also serving in the US Army. He is home on emergency leave to honor his grandfather.
We are truly blessed, as Patriot Guard Riders, to attend the military honors being accorded Felix Ramirez Duran with his family and friends.
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 church services to Rose Hills Cemetery. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. If you wish to go directly to the cemetery, please arrive not later than 1015hrs.
Extreme Heat Notice; Please be prepared by hydrating, keeping sunblock applied, seeking shade when possible. Keep an eye out for heat stress in others and don't be ashamed to take a knee if necessary.
Time Table for Tuesday, 27 June 2017:0915 - Staging at Saint Benedict Catholic Church, 1022 W. Cleveland Ave. Montebello, CA 90640 (arrive quietly as Mass will be in session)
https://binged.it/2tXMPCY0930 - Mission briefing.
1000 - est. Flag Line for dignified transfer to the coach
1015 - est. KSU to: Rose Hills Memorial Park, 3888 Workman Mills Road, Whittier, CA 90601
https://binged.it/2tY0Nos1030 - est. Flag Line, graveside services, and Military Honors
R/C: Steve BlumenfeldSo Cal PGR Ride Captain
Canyon Country, CA
SSgt USAF 1971-74
661-212-2284
steveb507alrpgr@gmail.com
You do not have to be a Veteran or 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 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.
