The family of Chris McBurney has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our hero served in the Marine Corps from 02/73-11/75. He was honorably discharged as a Corporal. Service medals include: National Defense Ribbon, Meritorious Mast, Rifle Sharpshooters Badge, Pistol Sharpshooters Badge, Good Conduct Medal, and Marine NCO.
As a civilian, Chris worked in the printing business. His interests and hobbies included golf and fishing.
Chris leaves behind his wife, Christine; sons Marc and Ryan; and granddaughter, Everleigh.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this is a flag line only (FLO) mission at Riverside National Cemetery. For those who would like to participate, please see the timetable and we will meet you there.
TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY, 07 APRIL 20231115: Stage at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA. (Lemay Blvd near the restrooms).
https://goo.gl/maps/dmTnT1rJ3peK51Tt71130: Mission briefing.
1200: Arrival of family vehicle (White Ford Explorer) and proceed to assigned staging lane.
1230: KSU to assigned shelter for service and military honors.
RC Billy (BillyJean) Morgan
SoCal 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
