The family of Larry Lewis has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their hero for his service to his country. It will be our privilege to do so.
Larry Lewis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away on November 21, 2022, at the age of 88, surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born in Saint Joseph, Missouri on July 1, 1934, he relocated to California and he attended Hoover High School in San Diego and graduated in 1952.
Larry then joined the Air Force in 1954 and served for four years until he was honorably discharged in 1958.
In 1985 Larry married the love of his life, Debbie. Larry was in construction for over forty years; His family was everything to him, and so were his friends. Bringing his family together brought Larry so much joy. He loved gathering outside with his children, grandchildren, family, and friends whether at the barbeque or entertaining his friends with his jokes and stories on the golf course. His humor will be one of the things that both family and friends will miss the most. Larry had a great laugh and a wonderful smile, and the most gorgeous blue eyes. Making someone smile made Larry's day.
Larry is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Debbie, his son, Shawn; grandchildren, Kilah, Summer, and Shawn Jr.; stepchildren Debra, Carl, and Ricky, step grandchildren, James and Gregory; and countless friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Stephen, mother, Esther Lucille, and brother Stephen.
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 and his family from the chapel service to his final resting place. 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 Monday January 9th, 2023:0920 - Stage at Partridge Creek Mortuary 10330 Mission Gorge Rd. Santee, CA 92071
https://goo.gl/maps/KLaUqx1uC5rTYCzK90940 - Mission Briefing
1000 - KSU for Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
https://goo.gl/maps/c4RNxfpFW9KMxFCw7 1030 - (Est) Arrive at Miramar National Cemetery
1100 - Flag Line, Funeral Service with Military Honors
R/C Stacey McCarthy “Lil Bit”
So Cal PGR Ride Captain(619) 277-5176
smoerschell@yahoo.com
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.
Remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent 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. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we honor.
