The family of Mike Leyvas has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s journey to his final resting place at Riverside National Cemetery (RNC). We are honored to fulfill this request.
Mike entered the US Air Force in July of 1961 and was honorably discharged in July of 1967 having achieved the rank of Airman First Class. He spent his enlistment in Texas and worked as an electrician.
He continued his trade as a civilian electrician for 45 years until he retired. His hobbies included music and singing.
Mike is survived by four children: daughter, Cynthia; and sons, Vincent, Michael, and Richie. He is also survived by two sisters, Virginia and Lupe, and two brothers, Pete and Gabe. Mike was a grandfather of nine and great-grandfather of three.
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 his funeral home to his final resting place. 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 WEDNESDAY, 27 OCTOBER1100: Stage at Montecito Memorial Park and Mortuary, 3520 E. Washington St., Colton, CA.
https://goo.gl/maps/6AqCZUfoqUuyyR3191130: Mission briefing.
1200: Flag line to move hero to family vehicle.
1210: KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518 (17 miles).
https://goo.gl/maps/yzy1XYsqe7Z6xr2L61315: Shelter, flag line and military honors.
Billy (BillyJean) Morgan
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.
