The family of
Van Phillip Welch has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor this hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
Van Welch, 83, proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1957 to 1960, time that included duty stateside and in Korea. For his service, Van was awarded the Sharpshooter (Carbine), Marksman (Rifle) and Good Conduct Medals. At the time of his honorable discharge Van had attained the rank of SP5 (E-5).
In civilian life, Van went into social services where he worked with drug addicts, alcohol abusers and helped organize drug treatment facilities in the San Diego and Texas areas. He worked with the Orthodox Church helping addicts until he retired.
Van is survived by his brother, his sister and 3 children, all of whom will not be able to attend his services as they reside in Texas.
Note: This notice is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all are welcome, please see the time table below.
Time Table for August 20, 2018:1130 - Stage at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
https://goo.gl/maps/anvwbNhJKfP2 1145 - Mission Briefing
1200 - Flag Line for Dignified Transfer to Caisson
1230 - Flag Line, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors
R/C Ken "Santa Ken" BrassellSo Cal PGR Ride Captain
kenbrassell@gmail.com
619-333-9685 cell
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.
