The family of Robert Valverde, age 96, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) to attend the Military Honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Robert joined the Navy and served during World War II the end of the war on the USS New Jersey.
Robert loved to dance and was a member of clubs around his community. He worked as a butcher for many years always having the finest cuts. His wife passed 4 years prior in 2019.
He is survived by his 3 children, Victor, Ramon and Deena, six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, please see the time table if you would like to participate.
Time Table for Friday, 10 November 2023:0800 - Stage at Los Angeles National Cemetery, 950 South Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA (admin/chapel parking lot)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/cQwPpTYgqwdjXeZu70830 - Mission briefing
0845 - Join family at assigned cortège
0850 - KSU to Committal Pavilion for final military honors
Ride Captain
John D. "Major" GretzingerMAJ, AVN, USA (Ret).
61st Avn Co (AHC) - Lucky 15
RVN, 1970, 1971
Assistant State Captain SoCal PGR
Administrator SoCal PRG Mission Operations
818-314-5039
jdgretz@gmail.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.
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.
