The family of Jeffrey Allan Beltz 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 United States Marine Corps in 1968 and was honorably discharged in 1972 at the rank of PFC (E-2). He was boots on the ground in Vietnam from September of 1967 to April of 1968. He was a member of the reserves until 1973. During his service with the Corps, he was awarded the National Defense Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal.
As a civilian, Jeffrey worked as a general contractor and retired as such. In his younger years he was a passionate semi-pro surfer and later in life enjoyed watching champion pro surfing. He enjoyed a special bond with his German Shepherd support dog, Moana. He took pride in restoring his 56 Chevy. As a lifetime member of the VFW Post #4089 - Temecula, he was passionate about supporting his fellow veterans.
Our hero is survived by his wife of 52 years, Elyse; son, Jeffrey; grandson, Jeremy; and sisters, Bonnie and Linda.
“Jeffrey will be remembered for his love for his family, his service to his country, and his dedication to those he held dear. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.”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 30 miles. Please see the timetable if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there
TIMETABLE FOR THURSDAY, 19 SEPTEMBER 20241200: Stage at England Family Mortuary, 27135 Madison Ave., Temecula, CA. (Please arrive quietly as services will be in session.)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/MGJNTGgSNMLjw4Ch71230: Mission briefing.
1245: Flag line for dignified transfer from chapel to coach.
1315: KSU to Riverside National Cemetery and move to cortège.
1430: Proceed to Shelter for honors and services.
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.
