The family of Kenneth Christian Brennan, 77, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the military honors of their loved one as he journeys to his final resting place. It will be our honor to do so.
Kenneth served in the United States Army from 1965-1967. He served as a Battalion Ammo NCO in Germany after receiving training at Ft. Leonward Wood, MS. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Corporal.
In his civilian life, Kenneth worked in heavy grading construction. He had many hobbies and interests to include hunting; building gun cases, humidors, and walking sticks that he would sell to Safari Club International. He also coached soccer and baseball. He especially enjoyed spending time with his kids, grandkids, and his dog, Daisy.
Kenneth is survived by his wife, Molly, 5 sons, 1 daughter, 16 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind two brothers and one sister.
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 mortuary to the cemetery, approximately 12 miles. 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.
TIMETABLE FOR MONDAY, 15 MAY 20231215 - Stage at Akes Family Funeral Home, 9695 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA.
https://goo.gl/maps/g7zdKyM9FMhRPn7Y61230 - Mission briefing.
1250 - Flag line for transfer of Hero to the coach.
1300 - KSU Riverside National Cemetery.
https://goo.gl/maps/ogb5XDQUyUDXCfVU81330 - ETA to RNC and move to assigned cortège.
1400 - KSU to assigned shelter for flag line and military honors.
Lillian Riddell
SoCalPGR Mission Ops/Ride Captain
lilygirl54@roadrunner.com(909) 855-2623
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain.”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.
