The family of Don Gurule has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in their hero’s final journey. We are honored to fulfill this request.
Our hero served in the US Army from 03/01/1976 - 03/09/1979 and was honorably discharged at the rank of PFC (E-)3. During that time, he was stationed at Ft. Gordon, GA and worked in food service as a Kitchen Supervisor.
As a civilian, Don worked as a cement mason and an auto mechanic. His hobbies included fishing and spending time with family.
Our hero is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Elaine, and five children - Donna, Alex, Danny, Steven and Michael. He will also be missed by 12 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 2 siblings.
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 22 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 TUESDAY, 02 APRIL 20241215: Stage at Mark B. Shaw Mortuary (Aaron Cremation & Burial Services), 1525 N. Waterman Ave., San Bernardino, CA. (Please arrive quietly as service will be in session.)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/TKFiSrAyyw2vLLSk91245: Mission briefing followed by flag line for dignified transfer to coach.
1300: KSU to Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA.
1400: ETA at RNC and move to staging lane.
1430: Shelter for honors and services.
Billy (BillyJean) Morgan
SoCal PGR 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.
