The family of Roland Edison Wilson Jr. has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Roland was born on 12 May 1941 and entered into eternal rest on 12 January 2019.
Roland joined the US Marines on 10 July 1963 and served until 10 September 1968 as a Motor Vehicle Operator. During his service, he was deployed to Vietnam. His awards include the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. His rank at the time of his discharge was as a Private First Class.
After the military Roland worked as a truck driver. His hobbies included bowling and graphic design.
Roland is survived by his wife Mary Ann, sons Brian and Kevin, brother James Wilson, and 5 grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Friday 01 March 2019 0830 – Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, (Staging Area #3 for family, north of Staging Area #8 for PGR) 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
http://goo.gl/maps/v0K0E0845 – Mission Briefing
0930 – KSU to assigned gravesite for Flag line, Service and Military Honors
R/C: Craig (HD Craig) Breskin So Cal PGR Ride Captain
cbreskin@verizon.net
818-448-3955
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.
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. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
