The family of Uriel E. Macias, 50, 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.
Uriel was born on 25 September 1970 and entered into Eternal Rest on 31 August 2021.
Uriel served in the US Navy Reserves in combat in Kabul, Afghanistan. He was recalled to active duty in support of Operating Enduring Freedom per Presidential Order, where he augmented Army and Marine Corps troops as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. He was honorably discharged in 2014 as an O-3 Lieutenant. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Afghan Campaign Medal w/Star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Navy Overseas Service Ribbon, Armed Forces Reserve Medal w/"M" Device, NATO ISAF Medal, Marksman Rifleman Ribbon, Sharpshooter Pistol Ribbon, and the Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal.
Uriel was a City of Azusa Councilmember at the time of his death. He was in his fourth term on the City Council after first being elected in 2007. He loved the City of Azusa and cared about the community. He loved riding his Harley and taking his children on adventures and vacationing. He was very proud to have served our country and honored all the other men and women who do as well. He loved Frank Sinatra music.
He is survived by his wife, Angela Macias, his children, Cecilia and Andrew, two stepchildren, Natalie and Ethan Yniguez, his sister, Blanca Carrillo, and one brother, Charlie Wilson.
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 church to the cemetery, approximately 3.3 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Time Table for Saturday 25 September 2021:1030 – Stage at Saint Frances of Rome Church, 501 E. Foothill Blvd., Azusa, CA 91702 (please arrive quietly as services will be underway)
https://goo.gl/maps/FATho6jpqYsUqPDt71045 - Mission Briefing
1115 – Flagline as hero is brought from Church to awaiting coach
1130 - KSU to Oakdale Mortuary & Memorial Park, 1401 S. Grand Ave., Glendora, CA 91740, for graveside service and Military Honors
https://goo.gl/maps/D9q1fqKqL8v5zqnL9R/C Scotty “Tailgate” Wiles
SoCalPGR Ride CaptainPGR #108920
socalpgrrc@yahoo.com
626-922-6304
Riding in honor of HN Daniel “Doc” Noble
KIA 24/07/2007 Diyala IraqYou 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.
