The family of MSgt Enoch Aaron Daniels, age 85, has invited the PGR to honor their Hero at his final resting place, we are privileged to do so.
Born to Ray Daniels and Irene Daniels (Miller) on October 14, 1936, Enoch grew up in Reno Nevada with his siblings Lyndon and Wayne. While in middle school, he began taking music lessons to learn and develop his talent for the saxophone and thus began a love for playing big band music.
MSgt Daniels enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1955 and served 23 years until his honorable discharge and retirement in 1978 at the rank of Master Sergeant. His service included 3 tours in Vietnam. While in the Marines he also played saxophone in the Marine Corps band. He was very proud of his service in the Corps, "Once a Marine always a Marine!"
Upon retiring from the Marines, Enoch worked for Lloyds Pest Control for 17 years. In 1998, he and his wife Mary Jane moved to Menifee, California to enjoy their retirement. They enjoyed road trips, going to the movies and attending concerts. At one such local big band concert, he introduced himself to the band and was welcomed into a network of retired musicians. He played his saxophone in several local bands over the last 20 years, including The Golden Eagles at Mount San Jacinto College.
Enoch is survived by his brother Wayne, his wife Janie, his four children Larry, Wayne, Laura and Sue, and 9 grandchildren and 10 great- grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran.
Time Table for Monday, 03 OCT 22:
1115 - Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518
1130 - Mission briefing
1145 - Flag Line as Hero & family arrives
1200 - KSU to assigned shelter for Flag Line, Service and Military Honors
R/C Billy (BillyJean) Morgan
SoCal High Desert Ride Captain
US Army, Vietnam 69-70
“One straw at a time”
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.
