The family of Christopher Tsutomu Chandler 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.
Staff Sergeant Chandler proudly served in the United States Marine Corp from 1998 to 2008 when he was medically discharged. Among his many decorations. Christopher received two Purple Hearts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Because of this trauma Christopher suffered from PTSD.
He retired from the USMC and began working with the United States Olympic Committee as the lead US Paralympic Sports Coordinator. Focusing on wellness and education, he became a Healthcare educator in both San Diego and Camp Pendleton hospitals. Chris was actively pursuing his PhD in Exercise Physiology before his death.
Christopher leaves behind his wife Kristen Chandler and his children Katelyn, Mitchell, Kaitlynn & Meyer.
NOTE: This mission posting facilitates your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, this mission is a Flag Line of Honor at Miramar National Cemetery.
Time Table for Tuesday January 9th, 20241230- Stage at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
https://maps.app.goo.gl/hNJHbVYBdF3t68898 1245- Mission Briefing
1300- Flag Line of Honor for arrival of family
1330 - Flag Line of Honor, Funeral Service with Military Honors, Miramar National Cemetery
Stacey McCarthy “Lil Bit”
SoCal Patriot Guard Ride Captain(619)277-5176
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 is your first mission, go to the initial staging area, and you will be briefed by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or wear casual attire while 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.
