The family of Barry Martin Kupper has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our hero enlisted in the Navy 11-16-67 and was honorably discharged 08-09-68 at the rank of YN3 E-4. He served in Vietnam aboard the USS Ranger. He received the Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and National Defense Ribbon.
As a civilian, Barry worked for numerous employers in banking and sales. His hobbies and interests included watching sports (a dedicated UCLA Bruin fan), spending time with his children, reading and tending to his garden.
He is survived by three children: Everson, Jason and Amanda; eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and a brother.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the mortuary to the cemetery, approximately 12 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
TIMETABLE FOR FRIDAY, 15 MARCH 20240900: Stage at Arlington Mortuary, 9645 Magnolia Ave., Riverside, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9vrHTCyumtdRHLXdA0915: Mission briefing.
0930: Flag line as Hero is transferred to coach.
0945: KSU Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UAoAQTYkLzPAM6nn71030: ETA RNC and move to staging lane.
1045: KSU to shelter for services and military honors.
Billy (BillyJean) Morgan
SoCal High Desert Ride Captain
US Army, Vietnam 69-70
949-939-7282You 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 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.
