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Patriot Tour Flag Escort

Veterans Charity Ride

Christopher Nelms

Phillip Eugene Leeman

Cecil Allen

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Vincent Lexy Politte

Richard J. Schwan

Craig A. Robinson

Neil Thor Lyons

Theodore “Ted” Diaz

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Craig A. Robinson

Tyler Evan Colvin

Freddy M. Cross

Patrick Eric Neal

Joseph L. Moses

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National Veterans Wheelchair Games

Tommy E. Thacker

American Heroes

Leland Knutson Bervin

No One Attending Memorial Service

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National Veterans Wheelchair Games

Michael Story

James R. Hollen

American Heroes

Kenneth Eicher Barbor

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National Veterans Wheelchair Games

Scott Lalumondier

Clifford Daniel Woods

Timothy David Delaney

John E. Downey

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National Veterans Wheelchair Games

Eugene Woodrow Wicker

Briggs Finly Hensley

Richard L. Bierman

Ron Singha Blansett

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Burton Gunderson

Richard L. Medlen, Jr.

Hopps Salute to Gold Star Families

Richard Rawson

Rodney Wren Newsome

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Richard L. Medlen, Jr.

Henry Wallace Livingston

Marilyn C. Tangue

John E Wiggins

Calvin Thibodo, Jr.

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Robert Hollie Jenkins

Ronnie “Bo” Watson

Bobby Ray Abbott

American Heroes

National Purple Heart Day Celebration and Awards Ceremony

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Korea–Vietnam Peace Memorial Dedication Ceremony

Blue Star Mothers of America

Charles Hilton III

American Heroes

Fred Allen Joy

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Terry Lane Riddle

Hector Gallardo

Jerry E. Williams

Blue Star Mothers Memorial Dedication

Vietnam Veterans​ ​The Wall That Heals

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Hector Gallardo

Jerry E. Williams

Terrell J. Fuller

Kenneth “Ken” P. Oppermann

Thomas Hayden Young

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Terrell J. Fuller

Lloyd Franklin Slone

Jeremy J. Wells

David “Bill” Lemacks (Retired)

Johnathan Mark Haywood

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Lloyd Franklin Slone

Johnathan Mark Haywood

Clint Alan Wallace

Military Appreciation Day at the Missouri State Fair

Yorktown Naval Weapons Station Marine/Navy Reunion

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Lloyd Franklin Slone

Johnathan Mark Haywood

John F. Evans

James Davis

Kane M Funke

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Johnathan Mark Haywood

Frank A. DiMarco

Angel Manuel Amengual, Sr.

Gerald Alfred Benham

Military Unit Troop Send-off

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Gregory M. Amdal

Quilts of Valor

Charles “Chuck” Heisler

Lee Ben Scanlon

36 Forgotten Veterans

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Jerry Lee Heath

Rolland “Rollie” Eugene Downhour

Robert Eugene Kline

Anthony J. Pope

Donald Posante

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Jerry Lee Heath

William Terrell Pearce

Ernesto A. Baca

Nestor Russell (Boo) Lazuka

John S McLaughlin

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Jonathan Richard Clement

Bridge Dedication in Honor of David James Todd

Bridge Dedication, Homer Leroy Smith

Charles L. Wrenfrow

William Robinette

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Wayne Richard Locker

Wayne Richard Locker

Robert Holmes

George Barber Hungerford, Jr.

Terry Lee Worrell

Oliver Leroy Brown

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Boot Campaign Escort, Ricky Raley

Eric Christopher Stone

Fred M. Romero

James Thurman Johnson
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Guido A. Andreano

James Brusveen

Robert Louis Strong

Christopher Leofilos

Robert “Bob” Hull

Russell D. Greenberg

Richard Gary Black, Jr.

James Weston Chase

Robert E. Barnes

Paul W. Schulte
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Robert Oscar Bowser
28

Escort of Vietnam Memorial Moving Wall

36 Forgotten Veterans

Monte Edward Notton Jr
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2018 Testimonials

Gunnery Sergeant Christopher Brookins USMC

I can’t thank you enough and may God watch over all of you and guide you on every mission.

Ronald L. Harper

My heart sends you all a great big Thank you for making my husband’s burial a proud one. I know he would be smiling with a wonderful escort. He was a huge fan of the flag and you made his trip to the cemetery a proud one for our family.

James Marshall White

We would like to thank the following riders : Roy Hankinson, Bill Gardner, Dan Johnson, William Bayes, Billy Hurt and Bill Strasburg.
We so appreciate your escort and attendance at our father’s service on Thursday, June 21, 2018. We were all very touched by your presence and our dad would have been so proud. We also received a plaque from the group which we will treasure. Our dad served in WWII and was so very proud to have served his country. You all are part of a wonderful organization and we appreciate what you do so very much.
Sincerely,
Family of James Marshall White

Charles Walker

It was an extremely cold day as we laid my Father to rest and to have you all there to pay your respects was very beautiful and was very much appreciated.

Donald ‘Chip’ Morrison

I’ve done memorial and funeral details a number of times with the Patriot Guard Riders but this time meant a lot to me and our family and we wanted to say a special thank you for all you do for the families and for our fallen comrades

Curtis James Stewart

We would like to thank you so much for your services today at my Grandfather’s funeral. My Grandfather served in the Navy and it was a huge part of his life. I do not know the names of the riders that led our procession today, but I can’t tell you how much we appreciate what they did. The flags flying from the motorcycles made us feel so proud of the life and service of my Grandfather. I did not know about the PGR service until my uncle told us of it, I am so glad he did. Thank you so much for what you do, it means more than you can ever know. We will be leaving a donation for your organization to show our gratitude.
Thank you so much!
Karen Hollar (Granddaughter)
Katie Bettencourt (Daughter)

William C. Lucas, Jr. Cdr USN, USNR Retired

Thank you so much for riding yesterday, honoring my husband, on July 3, 2018 at Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA.
He was so proud of serving in the United States Navy, and for our great United States of America.
He had on his Navy uniform blues, in a Navy casket, and then honored by the riders who took the time to make his last appearance on this earth a better day.
I thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

Kathryn Close

Your presence at the church and at Bear Creek Cemetery was a special tribute to Kathryn and her family.

Harlan Johnson

Driving west on a Thursday evening could have been slow, so I drove the backroads the entire way from Shakopee to St Michael tonight. It was a beautiful evening for a drive through the country. In the small town of Fletcher, I saw a group of Patriot Guard Riders on their Harleys as they approached the four-way stop sign 🛑 from my right. I motioned all of them through as they approached turning left, while giving them waves and thumbs up. Then I heard one fella say loudly, “SHE knows!” Honestly, I recognized a couple of the riders from my husband‘s (Harlan Johnson) funeral!! Then I started to cry! Happy tears! It was a great day! Thanks for making it special by crossing my path today – and for being at my husband’s funeral on 6/7/14. I hope you all feel huge appreciation for being there for the soldier and their family. I know Harlan was very proud of his 33 years of service and your utmost respect for him was so very special. Now I get emotional when I hear about or see the Riders, as I know another soldier, widow and family is going to experience your support and warm presence!! 💖🇺🇸🏍

Nathan Hazelton

My husband passed away on Memorial Day. He was a 20-year veteran of the Navy. Your group attended his funeral in Georgetown, Texas and burial in Pflugerville, Texas, June 1. It was a glorious sight to see all the flags, the riders, and the honor you brought on my loved one. Thank you for this service. It added a lot to his services, and I really appreciate it.

david mcgill sr

Thank you. You guys were there 5 1/2 yrs ago for David. Thank you again, God bless all of you

Kenneth Mac Caraway

I want to thank Beth, our mission coordinator, Billy Morgan, our Ride Captain, and the Patriot Guard Riders from Apple Valley, Ridgecrest, and Tehachapi, California for honoring my brother-in-law at his escort and interment in Bakersfield National Cemetery. I have ridden many missions with the PGR and all are accomplished with great respect and love for the families involved. In this instance, the Caraway family simply could not stop talking about the PGR, their love for Country, the respect demonstrated at the interment, their professionalism and the outpouring of love they provided to our entire family. I am confident my brother in law was looking down from Heaven and would want all to know he is most proud of the riders, the sacrifice they made in some very hot weather, the honor provided to him, and the love and compassion demonstrated to my sister and family. May God Bless all of you and watch over you on every mission. You are doing God’s work on every mission. Semper Fi PGR!!!!

Lawrence Rumback

Recently all of you graciously joined our service in laying Mr Rumback to rest. I made a video and thought you’d like to see it.

Bob Golden

I wanted to thank you for everything you did at the service and for my Mother In law. Everyone appreciated it so much and it really meant a lot to us. Thank you so much.

Gerald Sell

Thank you for going above the call of duty in escorting Mr Sell’ s procession on a nearly 5 hour trip from Boonville, Mo to central Illinois. Special thanks to Dave Wallingford for acting as ride captain for organizing the route picking up many more riders at each stop. Truly an amazing honor and tribute to Mr Sell and his family.
In Friendship,
Vernon Yager
Markland Yager Funeral Home
New Franklin, Mo.

Donald Ray Meadows

I wanted to send you a thank you card but I could not find an address. I want to thank the Patriots Guard for coming out to honor my husband, Donald Meadows on 06/02/2018 at White Chapel Funeral Home in Gladstone, MO. It meant a lot to me and my family. Thank you for all that you do. It was so much appreciated!!

Sincerely,

Sherri Meadows

Colleen Ritchie

Your organization has given our family great peace and comfort with your presence and participation in honoring our fathers life and service to this great country. Our most heartfelt thanks. We know how proud our dad would be at the most honored farewell he never would have imagined in life.
Sincerely, The Family of Sgt William D Ritchie.

Richard C Wear

Thank you Patriot Guard for giving my best friend the send-off he deserved. You are truly the heart of America.

Therese Ann Henrion

Thank you and all who rode in honor of my wife on Saturday 23, at St Mark Catholic Church, Norman OK. I had many comments on your professionalism and dedication to those hero’s who have taken their final ride. I wish I had taken down the names of all the riders who escorted my wife on that final day so I could personally thank them. I tried to meet as many as I could that morning however, events kind of over took me and I missed that opportunity. My family read aloud the notes left in the back of the framed Patriot Rider Invocation. God Bless you one and all for all that you do for our hero’s.

Alfred L Groom Honor Mission 7-12-18 7-13-18

Military soldiers are dominant in our family. To see your group of guys, standing to give him honor, I really am at lost for words to express what it meant to each of us, his family. I can only cry, tears of heartfelt gratitude to each of you. I could never have given him the Military Honors send off, he so deserved without your organization. Thank you for honoring him, for the presentation and sending the beautiful engraved plaque dedicated to his memory. Your presence is priceless and forever etched in my families hearts.
In fondest memory of BTFN Alfred L. Groom USN Vietnam Veteran, we say, God Bless each of you.

SMSgt. Phillip Pienta Ret.

Back in February, I invited the PGR to my father’s funeral in Niceville, Fl. I have ridden many a mission with the PGR prior. I know it is our honor as members to ride. But know that I am grateful and thankful from the bottom of my heart to have the support of my fellow members. Nothing takes away the loss or the pain, but your presence makes it more bearable.

With respect, thanks and admiration,

David Pienta

John S. Dickson

You helped honor my father and I cannot thank you enough. So many men were there and it was, quite frankly, overwhelming. Thank you for what you did for him and what you do for veterans everywhere.

Charles JL Gallegos

What you do is truly amazing and well respected. I could not be more happy to send him off without you’re support.

John Q Kennedy

I wanted to send my thanks from the family to Bruce Holmes, State Captain, along with Betty and Dennis Wright, ride captains.

Earl Fisher Veteran of the month

Thank you for showing your respect for this WWII Veteran as he was honored as Veteran of the month. We would like to donate for gas or other items so you can continue this wonderful act of kindness and pride.

Joe Kelly Reynolds

My husband was a Captain on Berryhill Fire Department. He passed away on March 13th, 2018. The Patriot Guard came to his memorial service and presented me a plaque. I cannot thank them enough for being there that day. It meant the world to me and my sons.

John Robert Hamner

To the men and women who showed up with flags and honor for my father, THANK YOU.
MRC Dan Mathys and Darl Easton did an excellent job coordinating the event. The entire family from across the US was impressed and thankful that you were there. Bless you! Jennifer M Smith

Clare William Morton

Thanking all who were there honoring Clare on Tuesday June 26th at the Great Lakes National Cemetary…
Your attendance was dignified and beautiful and touched all that were gathered for this wonderful man who loved his country … words cannot express how grateful we are that you there for us .

Sincerely, Roberta and family

Harry Corbin

Thank you for the tribute to my Dad, Harry Corbin, at his funeral on July 19th. My Dad was a 96-year-old World War II veteran. He loved this Country and was so proud that he served in WWII. He was also a motorcycle enthusiast. It was such an honor to have the Patriot Guard Riders escort him on his final ride. It was breathtaking to witness and humbling to see so many men and women give their time to honor my Dad. Many, many thanks from my family.

Timothy James Wineland

Thank you so much to the PGR who stood for my friend today. To Rich Vernon, Ride Captain, a very special thank you for putting this together on such short notice. It is always so touching to see the PGR especially knowing that this is truly a mission of the heart. Tim was one of the most patriotic Americans that I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing and was so honored/proud to have served his country. He would have had a smile a mile wide to have seen each of you standing there today.
On behalf of his family, our sincere appreciation for being there today and for all that you do.
Ride safe.

Judy Edwards
Former President of FL Blue Star Moms
Chapter 1 (no longer an active chapter)

Funeral of Sergeant Major A.G. Wright (Ret.)

Dear Patriot Riders,
It is with sincere gratitude that I express my deep appreciation for your presence and motorcycle escort at my father’s funeral (Sergeant Major A.G. Wright, Ret.) on 19 June 2018 in Sarasota, Florida.

The Patriots contributed beautifully to the ceremony at the National Cemetery by individually saluting my father’s casket and forming a flag line for me to escort my mother through upon completion.

I received many compliments from family and friends about how touching their tribute was, and the entire Wright family is collectively grateful.

Please know that you have my personal gratitude in providing the Sergeant Major a proper and fitting tribute to his service to our Corps and Nation.
Semper Fidelis,
J.A. Wright (Son)
Colonel, U.S. Marines

Arthur Jeffery Noble

I want to thank the PGR Funeral Escort. My Son’s mission: Arthur Jeffery Noble, June 23rd, Grandview, WA. Our Captain was John Harpe, Yakima, WA We are very pleased with the mission for my Son. Everyone was professional yet showed respect simply by there for us. Thanks & We will not forget our VETS, our Heroes.

ALLEN TUCKER

I wanted to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for helping me give my father the best service possible. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Karen Hall

David Robert Bradley

I wanted to give my thanks for coming out to my Husband’s Funeral on 10/27/2017 at Woods Funeral Home and Shelley Cemetery; both located in Idaho. Those who came made such an impression, not only with my family, but also the Funeral Home and friends that were present.
It is hard enough losing a spouse, but losing a spouse that served his country for 20 years. It is an honor to have your organization present.
Again, thanks for what your organization does, especially in a time of sorrow.

Prior Years

Funeral of Sergeant Major A.G. Wright (Ret.)

Dear Patriot Riders,
It is with sincere gratitude that I express my deep appreciation for your presence and motorcycle escort at my father’s funeral (Sergeant Major A.G. Wright, Ret.) on 19 June 2018 in Sarasota, Florida.

The Patriots contributed beautifully to the ceremony at the National Cemetery by individually saluting my father’s casket and forming a flag line for me to escort my mother through upon completion.

I received many compliments from family and friends about how touching their tribute was, and the entire Wright family is collectively grateful.

Please know that you have my personal gratitude in providing the Sergeant Major a proper and fitting tribute to his service to our Corps and Nation.
Semper Fidelis,
J.A. Wright (Son)
Colonel, U.S. Marines

Therese Ann Henrion

Thank you and all who rode in honor of my wife on Saturday 23, at St Mark Catholic Church, Norman OK. I had many comments on your professionalism and dedication to those hero’s who have taken their final ride. I wish I had taken down the names of all the riders who escorted my wife on that final day so I could personally thank them. I tried to meet as many as I could that morning however, events kind of over took me and I missed that opportunity. My family read aloud the notes left in the back of the framed Patriot Rider Invocation. God Bless you one and all for all that you do for our hero’s.

Charles Walker

It was an extremely cold day as we laid my Father to rest and to have you all there to pay your respects was very beautiful and was very much appreciated.

Ronald L. Harper

My heart sends you all a great big Thank you for making my husband’s burial a proud one. I know he would be smiling with a wonderful escort. He was a huge fan of the flag and you made his trip to the cemetery a proud one for our family.

Earl Fisher Veteran of the month

Thank you for showing your respect for this WWII Veteran as he was honored as Veteran of the month. We would like to donate for gas or other items so you can continue this wonderful act of kindness and pride.

Charles JL Gallegos

What you do is truly amazing and well respected. I could not be more happy to send him off without you’re support.

Kenneth Mac Caraway

I want to thank Beth, our mission coordinator, Billy Morgan, our Ride Captain, and the Patriot Guard Riders from Apple Valley, Ridgecrest, and Tehachapi, California for honoring my brother-in-law at his escort and interment in Bakersfield National Cemetery. I have ridden many missions with the PGR and all are accomplished with great respect and love for the families involved. In this instance, the Caraway family simply could not stop talking about the PGR, their love for Country, the respect demonstrated at the interment, their professionalism and the outpouring of love they provided to our entire family. I am confident my brother in law was looking down from Heaven and would want all to know he is most proud of the riders, the sacrifice they made in some very hot weather, the honor provided to him, and the love and compassion demonstrated to my sister and family. May God Bless all of you and watch over you on every mission. You are doing God’s work on every mission. Semper Fi PGR!!!!

Colleen Ritchie

Your organization has given our family great peace and comfort with your presence and participation in honoring our fathers life and service to this great country. Our most heartfelt thanks. We know how proud our dad would be at the most honored farewell he never would have imagined in life.
Sincerely, The Family of Sgt William D Ritchie.

david mcgill sr

Thank you. You guys were there 5 1/2 yrs ago for David. Thank you again, God bless all of you

James Marshall White

We would like to thank the following riders : Roy Hankinson, Bill Gardner, Dan Johnson, William Bayes, Billy Hurt and Bill Strasburg.
We so appreciate your escort and attendance at our father’s service on Thursday, June 21, 2018. We were all very touched by your presence and our dad would have been so proud. We also received a plaque from the group which we will treasure. Our dad served in WWII and was so very proud to have served his country. You all are part of a wonderful organization and we appreciate what you do so very much.
Sincerely,
Family of James Marshall White

Harry Corbin

Thank you for the tribute to my Dad, Harry Corbin, at his funeral on July 19th. My Dad was a 96-year-old World War II veteran. He loved this Country and was so proud that he served in WWII. He was also a motorcycle enthusiast. It was such an honor to have the Patriot Guard Riders escort him on his final ride. It was breathtaking to witness and humbling to see so many men and women give their time to honor my Dad. Many, many thanks from my family.

Harlan Johnson

Driving west on a Thursday evening could have been slow, so I drove the backroads the entire way from Shakopee to St Michael tonight. It was a beautiful evening for a drive through the country. In the small town of Fletcher, I saw a group of Patriot Guard Riders on their Harleys as they approached the four-way stop sign 🛑 from my right. I motioned all of them through as they approached turning left, while giving them waves and thumbs up. Then I heard one fella say loudly, “SHE knows!” Honestly, I recognized a couple of the riders from my husband‘s (Harlan Johnson) funeral!! Then I started to cry! Happy tears! It was a great day! Thanks for making it special by crossing my path today – and for being at my husband’s funeral on 6/7/14. I hope you all feel huge appreciation for being there for the soldier and their family. I know Harlan was very proud of his 33 years of service and your utmost respect for him was so very special. Now I get emotional when I hear about or see the Riders, as I know another soldier, widow and family is going to experience your support and warm presence!! 💖🇺🇸🏍

Arthur Jeffery Noble

I want to thank the PGR Funeral Escort. My Son’s mission: Arthur Jeffery Noble, June 23rd, Grandview, WA. Our Captain was John Harpe, Yakima, WA We are very pleased with the mission for my Son. Everyone was professional yet showed respect simply by there for us. Thanks & We will not forget our VETS, our Heroes.

Kathryn Close

Your presence at the church and at Bear Creek Cemetery was a special tribute to Kathryn and her family.

Donald ‘Chip’ Morrison

I’ve done memorial and funeral details a number of times with the Patriot Guard Riders but this time meant a lot to me and our family and we wanted to say a special thank you for all you do for the families and for our fallen comrades

ALLEN TUCKER

I wanted to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for helping me give my father the best service possible. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Karen Hall

John Robert Hamner

To the men and women who showed up with flags and honor for my father, THANK YOU.
MRC Dan Mathys and Darl Easton did an excellent job coordinating the event. The entire family from across the US was impressed and thankful that you were there. Bless you! Jennifer M Smith

Richard C Wear

Thank you Patriot Guard for giving my best friend the send-off he deserved. You are truly the heart of America.

William C. Lucas, Jr. Cdr USN, USNR Retired

Thank you so much for riding yesterday, honoring my husband, on July 3, 2018 at Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA.
He was so proud of serving in the United States Navy, and for our great United States of America.
He had on his Navy uniform blues, in a Navy casket, and then honored by the riders who took the time to make his last appearance on this earth a better day.
I thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

Donald Ray Meadows

I wanted to send you a thank you card but I could not find an address. I want to thank the Patriots Guard for coming out to honor my husband, Donald Meadows on 06/02/2018 at White Chapel Funeral Home in Gladstone, MO. It meant a lot to me and my family. Thank you for all that you do. It was so much appreciated!!

Sincerely,

Sherri Meadows

Gunnery Sergeant Christopher Brookins USMC

I can’t thank you enough and may God watch over all of you and guide you on every mission.

John Q Kennedy

I wanted to send my thanks from the family to Bruce Holmes, State Captain, along with Betty and Dennis Wright, ride captains.

Clare William Morton

Thanking all who were there honoring Clare on Tuesday June 26th at the Great Lakes National Cemetary…
Your attendance was dignified and beautiful and touched all that were gathered for this wonderful man who loved his country … words cannot express how grateful we are that you there for us .

Sincerely, Roberta and family

Lawrence Rumback

Recently all of you graciously joined our service in laying Mr Rumback to rest. I made a video and thought you’d like to see it.

Joe Kelly Reynolds

My husband was a Captain on Berryhill Fire Department. He passed away on March 13th, 2018. The Patriot Guard came to his memorial service and presented me a plaque. I cannot thank them enough for being there that day. It meant the world to me and my sons.

Bob Golden

I wanted to thank you for everything you did at the service and for my Mother In law. Everyone appreciated it so much and it really meant a lot to us. Thank you so much.

Nathan Hazelton

My husband passed away on Memorial Day. He was a 20-year veteran of the Navy. Your group attended his funeral in Georgetown, Texas and burial in Pflugerville, Texas, June 1. It was a glorious sight to see all the flags, the riders, and the honor you brought on my loved one. Thank you for this service. It added a lot to his services, and I really appreciate it.

SMSgt. Phillip Pienta Ret.

Back in February, I invited the PGR to my father’s funeral in Niceville, Fl. I have ridden many a mission with the PGR prior. I know it is our honor as members to ride. But know that I am grateful and thankful from the bottom of my heart to have the support of my fellow members. Nothing takes away the loss or the pain, but your presence makes it more bearable.

With respect, thanks and admiration,

David Pienta

Alfred L Groom Honor Mission 7-12-18 7-13-18

Military soldiers are dominant in our family. To see your group of guys, standing to give him honor, I really am at lost for words to express what it meant to each of us, his family. I can only cry, tears of heartfelt gratitude to each of you. I could never have given him the Military Honors send off, he so deserved without your organization. Thank you for honoring him, for the presentation and sending the beautiful engraved plaque dedicated to his memory. Your presence is priceless and forever etched in my families hearts.
In fondest memory of BTFN Alfred L. Groom USN Vietnam Veteran, we say, God Bless each of you.

Curtis James Stewart

We would like to thank you so much for your services today at my Grandfather’s funeral. My Grandfather served in the Navy and it was a huge part of his life. I do not know the names of the riders that led our procession today, but I can’t tell you how much we appreciate what they did. The flags flying from the motorcycles made us feel so proud of the life and service of my Grandfather. I did not know about the PGR service until my uncle told us of it, I am so glad he did. Thank you so much for what you do, it means more than you can ever know. We will be leaving a donation for your organization to show our gratitude.
Thank you so much!
Karen Hollar (Granddaughter)
Katie Bettencourt (Daughter)

Timothy James Wineland

Thank you so much to the PGR who stood for my friend today. To Rich Vernon, Ride Captain, a very special thank you for putting this together on such short notice. It is always so touching to see the PGR especially knowing that this is truly a mission of the heart. Tim was one of the most patriotic Americans that I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing and was so honored/proud to have served his country. He would have had a smile a mile wide to have seen each of you standing there today.
On behalf of his family, our sincere appreciation for being there today and for all that you do.
Ride safe.

Judy Edwards
Former President of FL Blue Star Moms
Chapter 1 (no longer an active chapter)

Gerald Sell

Thank you for going above the call of duty in escorting Mr Sell’ s procession on a nearly 5 hour trip from Boonville, Mo to central Illinois. Special thanks to Dave Wallingford for acting as ride captain for organizing the route picking up many more riders at each stop. Truly an amazing honor and tribute to Mr Sell and his family.
In Friendship,
Vernon Yager
Markland Yager Funeral Home
New Franklin, Mo.

David Robert Bradley

I wanted to give my thanks for coming out to my Husband’s Funeral on 10/27/2017 at Woods Funeral Home and Shelley Cemetery; both located in Idaho. Those who came made such an impression, not only with my family, but also the Funeral Home and friends that were present.
It is hard enough losing a spouse, but losing a spouse that served his country for 20 years. It is an honor to have your organization present.
Again, thanks for what your organization does, especially in a time of sorrow.

John S. Dickson

You helped honor my father and I cannot thank you enough. So many men were there and it was, quite frankly, overwhelming. Thank you for what you did for him and what you do for veterans everywhere.

Tributes

Howard Chaney

Kat Murphy donated to the PGR in memory of Howard Chaney. In memory of Howard Chaney, and with love to all his family – from your friends in England x

Steven R. LeMaster

Victoria Torres, Ashley Barrett and Sandra Johnson donated to the PGR in memory of Steven R. LeMaster In honor and memory of Steve LeMaster, honorable veteran, loving husband, father and grandfather.

David Haun

Lindsey Adamoski donated to the PGR in honor of David Haun.

Wendell Smith

Jon Ziegler donated to the PGR in memory of Wendell Smith

James Henderson

Ona Henderson donated to the PGR in memory of James Henderson

Therese Henrion

Frank Henrion donated to the PGR in memory of Therese Henrion

Jim Wells

Kristin MacKelvey donated to the PGR in memory of Jim Wells.

Steve W. Maddox

Janet Maddox donated to the PGR in memory of Steve W. Maddox

Daniel Wick

Audrey Wick donated to the PGR in memory of Daniel Wick

John R Hamner

Jennifer Smith donated to the Patriot Guard Riders in memory of John R Hamner. Thank you to the tremendous turnout for my dad, John Robert Hamner by the members of the Patriot Guard Riders. What a wonderful experience for our entire family. Blessings to all of you. Jennifer M Smith

Jim Doyle Wells

Debra Mattheyer donated to the PGR in memory of Jim Doyle Wells

Joseph Weaver

Brian Weaver donated to the PGR in memory of Joseph Weaver

Jimmy Wells

Emilie Lamar donated to the PGR in memory of Jimmy Wells. We all loved Jim and will never forget him and the service he gave to our country. God bless him.

David Lummus

Courtney Tatum donated to the PGR in memory of David Lummus In loving memory of my daddy, my hero.

Jimmy Wells

Elizabeth Purkiss donated to the PGR in memory of Jimmy Wells.

Ed Hord

Suzanne Wall donated to the PGR in memory Ed Hord

LTC Gerald “Dax” Pummill

Heather Morlang donated to the PGR in memory of LTC Gerald “Dax” Pummill

Steven LeMaster

CWF donated to the PGR in memory of Steven LeMaster.

Floyd Arvin Hollingshead

The PGR of San Diego came to our rescue, and performed the most wonderful flag folding ceremony for us. I loved the narration and explanation of each step, all the significance, and the heartfelt tribute and dedication of each of the 20 or so riders who contributed to the ceremony was absolutely amazing. There was not a dry eye in our group, thanks to the love and kindness that these people exhibited. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for coming to our aid, and then absolutely blowing us away with the meaningful service you gave to honor my father. We made a donation today in gratitude.

Paul Belleperche

Gail Warren donated to the PGR in memory of Paul Belleperche. Linda and Family my heart goes out to you…Love, gail warren

Charles Trebino

Marjorie Trebino donated to the PGR in memory of Charles Trebino.

Paul Belleperche

Jason Gravelle donated to the PGR in memory of Paul Belleperche.

Paul Belleperch

The Towering Oaks HOA  donated to the PGR in memory of Paul Belleperch

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