The family of Ryan Michael Gibson 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.
Ryan served proudly in the US Marine Corps, 2005-2014 achieving the rank of Sgt.
Ryan served with the 2nd Battalion 1st Marines; where he deployed with the 31st Marine Expeditionary unit throughout the Indo-Pacific and deployed to Iraq, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. After departing 2/1, Ryan joined 1st ANGLICO FMF, where he deployed, twice, to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Primary Specialty: Field Radio Operator.
Decorations: certificate of appreciation, Navy and Marine Corp Achievement medal (4), combat action ribbon (Afghanistan), Marine Corp good conduct medal (2), national defense service medal, Afghanistan campaign medal (w/2 stars), Iraq campaign medal (w/1star), global war on terrorism service medal, Korean defense service medal, sea service deployment ribbon (3)
Ryan Michael Gibson,36, of Brawley Ca was called home to walk amongst the angels on Monday, July 17, 2023. Ryan was welcomed into this world on August 27, 1986, to proud parents Michael and Shelley Gibson. Ryan was raised in Brawley with his three brothers and numerous loving grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Ryan attended Mulberry Elementary, then graduated from Brawley Union High School in 2004. Ryan is the second oldest brother out of four amazing sons that Shelley and Michael welcomed into the world. You would be hard-pressed to find brothers that were closer or loved harder than the Gibson boys. No matter what life throws at them, they would walk through the fire together and always emerge stronger on the other side. Although there might be some disagreement on which brother was the favorite, there was no argument about which brother had the most contagious smile. Everyone would agree that Ryan's ear-to-ear smile brought a much-needed light into this world. He had a magnetic presence with an energy and force to be reckoned with. Ryan made the world a better place with his zest for life and ability to make everyone want to live their life to the fullest. Ryan was also considered a brother to all the marines he served with as a United States Marine. Shortly after graduating high school Ryan enlisted, to become a United States Marine. Ryan spent eight years serving his country and served proudly amongst his brothers in arms in numerous tours. During his time as a Marine, he emerged as a leader and many fellow marines looked up to him for guidance, advice, and a model of what a true Marine and man should be. He gave his word that he would bring his Marines home safely during every tour and every mission and that is exactly what he did every time. Being a Marine was a part of who he was and the honor of being a Marine is something he wore proudly. Shortly before leaving the Marines, he began dating a fellow Marine, Brandi Falvey, who he married shortly after. After marrying they decided to relocate to Texas and begin their family. Ryan worked in the IT sector during his career, where he excelled and became sought after for his talent and expertise. The same pride he took in his work as a marine, is the same pride he took as he worked in the IT field. After leaving the Marines they welcomed their first child a beautiful baby girl Rylie Madylynn Gibson. The only honor he wore higher than being called a Marine is being called dad. Watching Ryan fall in love with his baby girl and effortlessly fall into the role of a girl dad was a special time. A few years later he proudly welcomed a healthy baby boy, Eric Ryan Gibson. Falling into the role of boy dad came as effortlessly as his role with his daughter had. Ryan lovingly joked that God thought he had done such a perfect job with Ryan, he copied and pasted another one of himself into his son Eric. Ryan loved his babies fiercely and with every fiber in his being and there wasn’t any fire he wouldn’t walk through for them. The love he poured into his children in the short time he was here will be felt for the rest of their lifetime. As Rylie and Eric walk through life they will never have to wonder if their daddy is walking with them, because the love he gave them is enough to ensure them he is walking hand in hand with them through every stage of life.
Ryan is survived by his father Michael Gibson (Denise Gibson), daughter Rylie Madeline Gibson, son Eric Ryan Gibson, brother Mark Gibson (Ashley Gibson), brother Steven Gibson (Celeste Gibson), brother Samuel Gibson, nieces Brooke Gibson, Cailyn Gibson, Baylee Gibson, nephews.
The family is requesting an accompaniment from the Mortuary to the cemetery (2 miles).
NOTE: This mission posting facilitates your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested and all PGR members are welcome. We will be accompanying our hero and his family from the Mortuary to his final resting place. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. We will meet you there, for those who would rather go directly to the cemetery.
Note: Due to the extreme temperatures in Imperial Valley we will be riding to Brawley in our cars. We can group together in our vehicles. Of course for those that wish to ride their Bike down there, they are welcome to do so.
"The weather is predicted to be hot please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat. It can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat."Timetable for Friday 11 August 2023
0930 – Stage Frye Chapel and Mortuary, 799 S. Brawley Ave., Brawley, CA 92227 (
https://goo.gl/maps/d6bbhgFuTWxWqu2x8)
0950 – Mission briefing
1015 – Flag Line for Honorable transfer from Mortuary to Coach
1030 – KSU to Riverview Cemetery, 4700 Hovley Road, Brawley, Ca. 92227 (
https://goo.gl/maps/cMRFsZnvSukTX9n99)
1040 – Flag Line for Military Honors and Funeral Service
R/C Lorenzo Lizarraga
SoCal PGR Regional Captain
619-971-2236
llizarraga@yahoo.com
We encourage those who do not ride to participate in your car. If this is your first mission, go to the initial staging area, where you will be briefed 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.
