The family of Thomas Gallegos, age 67, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor him on the day of his funeral service, we will be honored to do so.
Thomas Gallegos enlisted in the US Navy on November 1, 1971. He served in the Vietnam War on the CV-19 USS Hancock. He was an Engineman. He participated in the evacuation of Vietnam April-May, 1975. He was honorably discharged on October 31, 1975 at the rank of Petty Officer Second Class E-5.
After the military Thomas went to work at the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Barstow from which he eventually retired.
Thomas loved to ride his Harleys in his spare time and loved hunting, fishing, and camping with his family.
Thomas is survived by his loving wife Susan, 6 daughters Michelle, Melissa, Margarita, Marebolna, Monica and Mandy, 14 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He is also survived by 2 brothers, Andrew and James, and sister Teresa.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time table for Friday, 12 JUL 19:1115 - Stage at Sunset Hills Memorial Park Mortuary, 24000 Waalew Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307
https://goo.gl/maps/1AobGx9HEmQkajzH71130 - Mission briefing
1200 - Est Flag Line for dignified transfer of Hero to coach
1230 - Est Flag Line at graveside for Military Honors
R/C Craig Lane
So Cal PGR Ride Captainbigredroadglide@yahoo.com
760-900-0388 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.
