Per request of our good friends at Arlington Mortuary, the family of Richard S. Madden, (â€Popsâ€) has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey.
Richard “Pops†Madden was born in Denver, CO. on 16 September 1929 and entered into eternal rest on 03 August 2013 at home in Riverside, CA.
“Pops†proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from December 1952 to October 1957. During his enlistment in the Marine Corps he served as Motor Vehicle Operator/Automotive Mechanic. “Pops†was honorably discharged from MCAS, El Toro as a Sergeant. Some of the medals/awards that “Pops†was received included the Korean Service Medal, U.N. Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.
“Pops†worked as an Auto Mechanic for about forty years.
Richard “Pops†Madden is survived his sons, Rick, Jody and Bobby. He leaves behind numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time table for Monday 12 Aug 20131230 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, Staging Area #2 for family, Staging Area #8 for PGR, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/A2AFU1245 - Mission Briefing
1315 - 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/2114783/view/topic/Default.aspxPlease 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.
