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The family and the US Army have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the funeral of their Hero, SPC Kenma'j Dion Graham, 21, and accompany him to his final resting place, we are honored to be there.
SPC Kenma'j D. Graham was serving with the US Army at Ft Bliss, TX and assigned to Bravo Troop, 2-13 CAV, 1 AD as a Scout. He joined the Army in July, 2017. Graham’s awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korea Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, and Overseas Service Ribbon.
Sadly, he passed away as a result of a vehicle accident near his base, he was hit by another vehicle.
“SPC Graham was a valued member of [our] team, a cavalry scout, with a bright future in the U.S. Army. He will be missed,” said Col. Jabari Miller, commander of 3rd Brigade.
SPC Graham is survived by many family members and friends who will dearly miss him, he will not be forgotten.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the funeral home to the cemetery, approx 13 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate.
NOTE: COVID-19 restrictions apply, masks/face coverings required/6 ft distancing required
TIME TABLE for Thursday, 04 FEB 2021:0815 - Stage at Metropolitan Mortuary, 2902 Rubidoux Blvd., Ste A, Riverside, CA 92509
https://goo.gl/maps/ZYwWEgfQEmfPsine70845 - Mission Briefing
0900 - KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
https://goo.gl/maps/8B68dZyABvGLnb43A0930 - ETA Riverside National Cemetery
1015 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line and Military Honors
R/C Tom Barry
So Cal PGR Ride Captainadmin@armobility.com
(714) 206-1227
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.
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.
