This is Part 2 of a 2 part mission.The family of
ETN1 Walter James Torres Jr. has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in his final Military Honors. It will be our honor and privilege to do so.
Walter graduated from Calvary Chapel High School in Murrieta, CA as Salutatorian in June, 2007. He was selected to attend the United States Naval Academy, but declined the appointment, instead, he chose to enlist in the United States Navy, serving as an ordinary sailor.
After boot camp, Walter attended several schools, including Nuclear Power School and Submarine School. He served on the USS La Jolla SSN-701, completing two war patrols and then was transferred to the USS San Francisco SSN-711.
Petty Officer Torres Jr. dedicated his life to God. He led the church youth group and the church's volunteer ministry.
Walter is survived by a large extended family.
Note: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all are welcome, please see the time table below. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Time Table for Part 2, Saturday, 19 May 2018:1100 - Stage at Charles Carroll Funeral Home, 15 Teloma Drive, Ventura, CA 93003
https://goo.gl/maps/U3bXgqSbKeJ2 (please arrive quietly as services will be in progress)1130 - Mission Briefing
1145 - Form flag line for transfer of Hero from mortuary to awaiting coach
1200 - KSU to Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, 5400 Valentine Road, Ventura, CA 93003
https://goo.gl/maps/7ZSkXqxJVV52 1230 - Flag line for transfer of Hero from coach to internment site and then attend final Military Honors
R/C Mike AbrahamSo Cal PGR Ride Captain
818-645-9698
pgrcbmike@hotmail.com
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.
