The family of Thomas Maynard has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s journey to his final resting place at Riverside National Cemetery. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Thomas was born on May 10, 1966 and passed on September 17, 2021 at the age of 55. He enlisted in the US Navy on April 13, 1987 and was honorably discharged on February 19, 1995. Thomas served honorably in the Gulf War on an aircraft carrier loading ordinance onto war planes.
After leaving the military, Thomas worked as a meat cutter for various grocery chain stores. His hobbies included fishing and enjoying music.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Cynthia Louise Maynard and two sons, Thomas and Timothy.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the Hero from the mortuary to Riverside National Cemetery. Please see the timetable below if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
NOTE: Please observe the latest “COVID-19” restrictions and have a face covering should the need arise. TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY, 22 OCTOBER 20211200: Stage at Acheson & Graham Garden of Prayer Mortuary, 7944 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA.
https://goo.gl/maps/5NM3qciXkUzTVRy6A1230: Mission Briefing.
1245: Flag line to transfer hero to coach.
1300: KSU to Riverside National Cemetery and to assigned cortege.
https://goo.gl/maps/yUKJw5Gz7tnty4e8A1345: Shelter, flag line, and military honors
R/C Billy (Billyjean) Morgan
SoCal PGR High Desert Ride Captain
US Army, Vietnam 69-70949-939-7282
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 Ride Captain (RC). 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.
