The family of LCpl John Michael Acoya Beaty has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
John proudly served in the US Marine Corps from 12/2005 to 12/2009 and was discharged as an E3. His accomplishments in the service were Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Global War On Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, (3) Meritorious Mast, Letter of Appreciation, Certificate of Appreciation, Rifle Sharpshooter Badge.
If you knew John Michael, then you know he was one of a kind and a beautiful soul. John Michael was an inspiration to all of us with his big heart and being confident marching to his own drum. He made everyone he came in contact with laugh and feel good about themselves and he impacted everyone’s lives in the most positive way.
On Monday, January 11, Michael lost his battle with the hardships life had given him after his time in the United States Marine Corps. Please pay tribute to John Michael and the wonderful person he was. We will love and miss you forever, and may you always live on in the beautiful and endless memories you left us with.
John Michael is survived by his mother, Kim Acoya, sister Melissa Paxton, nephews Dalton, Dakota, & Tearle, his sister Johnnie Beaty and nephew Caden. He also leaves behind his Uncle Randy and Aunt Cynthia who reside in Colorado, Aunts Amy and Carol, Uncle Felix and numerous cousins and extended family members of the Hopi tribe in Arizona. He is loved by so many, too many to mention including Alison Smith who has been by his side constantly, his USMC comrades located throughout the United States and his friends at the VA Domiciliary in Los Angeles.
John Michael also leaves behind his beloved Dalmatian, Diamond Breaker aka Breaker. He loved his puppy to Infinity & Beyond.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Monday, 01 FEB 2021:1300 – Stage at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
https://goo.gl/maps/t5iZZCgsD9k 1315 – Mission Briefing
1330 – Transfer to horse drawn carriage
1400 - Flag Line, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors
R/C Stacey McCarthy
AKA "Lil Bit"
SoCal PGR Ride Captain619-277-5176
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. All PGR members are 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.
