The family of Ricky Coverdell have requested the Patriot Guard Riders be with them as they celebrate the life and service of their Hero. We are honored to be allowed to attend.
Ricky served with the United States Marine Corps for 4 years where he achieved the rank of SGT (E-5) as an Aircraft Weapons Systems Specialist for the venerable F-4. His final duty assignment was with VMFA314, MAG11 3dMAW at MCAS El Toro.
After leaving the Marine Corps, Ricky worked for Boeing Naval Defense Systems for over 38 years.
Ricky’s ashes will be carried on his beloved Harley Davidson being ridden by his son.
Ricky is survived by his wife Susan, daughters, Erin and Brittany, stepchildren, Gabe, Bryan, Rebecca and Blake. Siblings, Mary, Jon, Joan, Pam, Rodney, Ritchie, and 6 grandchildren.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran and PGR member. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will accompany the family and the hero’s ashes from the family residence to the church. If you would prefer to go directly to the church, we will meet you there.
Timeline for Saturday, 17 February 2024:
0845 - Stage – Jack In The Box, at the Riverside Plaza, 3521 Central Ave, Riverside, CA 92506
https://maps.app.goo.gl/zDJVGv3VEtfnSkKw60900 - Mission Briefing
0915 - KSU to the Family Home (address to be provided during mission briefing)
0930 - Flag Line for the family as they get in their vehicles and KSU to the Church on the Hill, 5500 Alessandro Blvd, Riverside, CA 92506
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RokgZBahvewtTzE2A (approx 2.5 miles)
0945 - Flag Line as the family enters the Church.
Ride Captain
John “Major” GretzingerMAJ, AVN, USA (Ret.)
61st Avn Co (AHC) - Lucky 15
Administrator - SoCal PGR Mission Ops
Assistant State Captain, Southern California PGR
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
