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Onil Gurtierez Velez

Posted By Bernie Conner On July 30, 2019 @ 8:02 pm In | 11 Comments

Honor Mission

Onil Gurtierez Velez, Veteran

USA – WWII
Mims, Florida 08-01-19

ABOUT THE MISSION:

The family of Sgt Velez, 90, has requested the Patriot Guard Riders presence as they show their final respects and lay their loved one to rest. Onil faithfully served his Country in the U.S. Army and performed duties as a Lt Weapons Infantryman. Upon completion of his service, Onil received an Honorable Discharge and during his time in service, awarded the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and is the recipient of the Congressional Gold Medal. Please bring your 3 X 5 American flags and stand in honor and respect for our hero and his family.

PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 08-01-19
Staging Time: 11:45 AM

Cape Canaveral National Cemetery

5525 US 1
Mims, Florida 32754
http://tinyurl.com/yxr5fe8k

Ride Captain:

Don “Chez” Chesbro

chez.fire@gmail.com

717-554-4086

Special Instructions:

12:00 PM – Brief

12:30 PM – Service

Flag Line as directed by the RC

Flags & Water:
Flags will not be provided
Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.

Submitted By: Bernie Conner
Position: Florida Assistant State Captain

Note: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.

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11 Comments To "Onil Gurtierez Velez"

#1 Comment By Ron ‘Skyking’ Whitmore On July 30, 2019 @ 8:08 pm

Condolences to the family and friends of this American hero. Rest in Peace and thank you for your service to our country. You stood for us and now we, the Patriot Guard Riders, stand for you!

#2 Comment By mcpojjb On July 30, 2019 @ 8:28 pm

My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of this Hero. May He Rest in Peace.

JJ Bishop, PGR
SGT (Ret.), Henrico County Police, Virginia
MCPO (Ret.), USCGR
Hudson, FL

#3 Comment By Bob Williams On July 30, 2019 @ 8:51 pm

RIP Hero. Thanks for your service; condolences to friends and family…..

#4 Comment By thefaz10 On July 30, 2019 @ 8:53 pm

Rest In Peace Hero of The Greatest Generation. A Grateful Nation Thanks You For Your Service and Sacrifice.

Standing for those who stood for us.

#5 Comment By Ron Reeve On July 30, 2019 @ 9:11 pm

Condolences to the family and friends of Sgt.Velez. Thank you for your service. Rest in Peace.

#6 Comment By Thomas Silvernail On July 30, 2019 @ 11:21 pm

Please accept my condolences on your loss. May my prayers help to ease your pain during these trying times. Rest In Peace and Honor Brother. Lest We Forget!

U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army Veteran
Standing in Memory of,
My Father, Harold A. Silvernail U.S. Army
My Step-Father, Edwin D. Alexander U.S. Army
My Uncle, Raymond Alexander U.S. Army
My Uncle, John H. Alexander U.S. Army
My Uncle, David J. Alexander U.S. Navy
Standing in Honor of,
My Brother, David J. Alexander U.S. Air Force
My Daughter, Jillian A. Silvernail U.S. Air Force
My Daughter, Kirsten M. Silvernail Kennedy U.S. Air Force
My Son-In-Law, Jayson E. Kennedy U.S. Army
My Uncle, Stewart F. Silvernail U.S. Army

#7 Comment By Jim On July 31, 2019 @ 7:32 am

Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Onil Velez. May the peaceful moments and cherished memories bring you renewed strength in the days to come. Your faith will keep you strong during this time of sorrow. Hero, you may stand down, we have the watch.
Jim & Diana Robers
US Navy 1961-1981
US Merchant Marine 1985-2007
Standing in memory of
Howard Robers, Father, US Army WWII
Elmer Robers, Uncle, US Army WWII
Harry Fleming, Uncle, US Army WWII

#8 Comment By useless On July 31, 2019 @ 8:54 am

My wife and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of Your Hero.
Rest in Peace, You will Not be Forgotten.