Patriot Guard Riders

It is with a heavy heart that we inform you that America has lost another of its Patriots. Everett Clarence Twining, 98, of Concord VA., passed away on August 25, 2016. Everett was born June 2, 1918 in Springfield, MA. He has 11 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great-grandchildren.

Everett began his career after WW II in radio and television repair, owning several businesses in California and Massachusetts. He was instrumental in pioneering cable television and providing cable service to those in the Mohave Desert of California in the early 1950’s.

Everett went on and worked for Sears and retired after serving 20 years of dedicated service as a technician of televisions and appliances in the service department.

He also was a Deputy Sheriff for Los Angeles County and had many years working various security positions. He was also a lifelong Ham operator and private pilot.

Everett loved the Lord and held various positions within the church including serving as a Deacon. He has earned certificates in religious studies from Elim Bible Institute, Bob Jones and Liberty University.

Everett honorably served his country during World War II by joining the U.S. Army and was assigned to the 29th infantry anti-aircraft regiment that hit the beaches at Normandy on D-Day June 6, 1944. He was a participant of 5 major campaigns, including the Battle of the Bulge under Gen. Patton and the 4th Army. He is credited for shooting down a German ME-109, while deployed in Belgium. Everett earned and was awarded the French and Belgium Croix de Guerre, the French Legion of Honor Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medal, the American Campaign Medal with a silver star, the Italy Campaign Medal, the Europe-Africa-Middle East Medal with a silver star, the WW II Victory Medal, the German Occupation Service Medal, and the Oversees Service Medal. Prior to serving in WW II, Everett served with the Prestigious Black Watch Regiment of Montreal, Canada and the Army’s 26th Yankee Division before being transferred to the 29th. He also served with the Army’s 6th Army and the 811th signal company during the Korean War, but was never deployed to Korea.

He was a life time member of both the Veteran of Foreign Wars and the American Legion at Post 16 in Lynchburg, VA

I have 11 extra 3×5 flags on 8′ staffs for our use.

Date & Time: Graveside service on Tuesday 8/30 at 1400

Location: Lynchburg, Fort Hill Memorial Park (5196 Fort Ave), there will probably be someone at the gate directing us to the funeral site. Please park away from the site to allow room for the family and friends.

Staging: 1300
Briefing: 1315
Flag line: 1330

Please call/txt/email any questions (yes, this is a rush last minute request but lets do our best to honor Mr. Twining)

Jim Tennant
PGR Road Captain
434-851-1861

Please monitor the weather forecast as the mission date approaches and dress and hydrate appropriately.

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.