The family of Daniel Hatton has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor their hero for his service. It will be our privilege to do so.
Daniel Kelly Hatton, 78, served his country in the Army for 32 years. Daniel was a proud veteran having earned The Meritorious Service Medal (x3), The Joint Service Commendation Medal, The Army Commendation Medal, and several Good Conduct Medals. He retired at the rank of Colonel.
After his service, Daniel continued his education and eventually received his doctorate in Computer Science. He would use his degree to assist others seeking theirs by working for SAIC (School of Art Institute of Chicago) as the Communications Intelligence Officer for orange county. Daniel was a very successful professional, but he had a goofy side to him. Being born and raised here in sunny southern California, he was an avid surfer, which he did until his late 60's. He also had several other hobbies, playing guitar, fishing, traveling, camping, and a lot of reading books. He gave of his time by volunteering at MOAA (Military Officers Association of America), he was an American Legion Member, and also member of the Masons.
Daniel is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gerda, daughters Heidi, and Anna, grandchildren Arieanna, Nick, Tyler, Paigan, and Darian. great grandchildren Kayd, Emerson, Parker, Serenity, Dominic, and Tristan.
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 El Camino Memorial Chapel to his final resting place, approx. 4 miles. 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.
Time Table for Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023:1000 – Stage at El Camino Memorial Chapel, 5600 Carroll Canyon Rd. San Diego, CA 92121
https://goo.gl/maps/7WRxsY1Ngvoz9Z5D8 1015 – Mission Briefing
1045 – Flag Line for hero's transfer to coach
1050 – KSU to Miramar National Cemetery
https://goo.gl/maps/bVUE7gyjE73v3g2A9 (approximately 4 miles)
1100 – Arrive at Miramar National Cemetery
1130 – Service for our hero with full Military Honors
R/C Paul McCarthy “RoundTrip”
SoCal PGR Ride Captainpmccarth1@gmail.com
619 838-9123
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 the radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we honor.
