Patriot Guard Riders

The Patriot Guard Riders have been graciously invited by the family to stand in silent honor for ACC Clyde Eugene Short, U.S. Navy Retired. He honorably and dutifully served his country from 1957 to 1979.

A service with military honors will be held this Tuesday, June 21st at 2 PM at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery.

Mission Details:
Arrive: NLT 1300 (1:00 PM) at BP Truck Stop 2872 Pruden Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23434
Brief: 1310 (1:10 PM)
KSU: 1320 (1:20 PM) We will proceed to the Cemetery as a group and leave as a group.

We will establish a Flag Line and Stand Tall with Honor as Family and Guests arrive and during the Service as Military Honors are rendered.

Mission Duration approximately 1 – 2 Hours

This will be a flag line only – flags will be provided. There is no escort with this mission. Please monitor the weather and dress and hydrate appropriately.

Any questions or comments should be directed to the listed Ride Captain

Ride Captain: Rob “Papa Bear” Allen tfdirector3@gmail.com 757=802-1048
Co Ride Captain: Tim “Mitch” Mitchell tim.mitchell3@verizon.net 757-408-1221
RiCE: Open to all candidates

The weather is expected to be warm with a 20% chance of rain. Dress accordingly and stay hydrated.

SPECIAL NOTE: Safety is of our utmost priority, Every effort possible in planning and executing the PGR MISSION Statement in a manner that minimizes the inherit dangers of riding a motorcycle, including riding in groups of all sizes and any situation. While the PGR and its riders have a remarkable safety record in the execution of our missions, infrequently members have been injured in unforeseen accidents. In an effort to mitigate the risk of preventable accidents, all attendees who wish to ride in a Patriot Guard motorcycle escort or ride are asked to attend the pre-mission briefing. It will include a safety briefing and any unique ride information known to our RC that may be specific to the mission. Member safety and well- being is always a principal ongoing concern. Our RC’s are asked to stand down from any mission that cannot be accomplished in relative safety or unreasonable risk. This includes both rides and flag lines in inclement weather and conditions. It remains each individual PGR member’s responsibility to ride within their own comfort zone and be cognizant of their surroundings and skill limitations as well as any physical needs or limitations. If the ride and/or mission conditions present challenges beyond your skill, comfort, or needs you are expected to exercise good judgment in foregoing any planned participation.