PGR - Korean Vet Jim Martino 8 15 8

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The Patriot Guard Riders have been asked to honor US Army Veteran Jim Martino Korean War Veteran.

It is with a sad and heavy heart that we must post California has lost another American Hero. Sgt. 1st Class Jim Martino, of Cameron Park, CA, who passed away on Aug 7, 2008. He served with the United States Army, served in combat in Korea with G Company 180th Infantry. Born in Doylestown PA. May 31, 1929, he is survived by his wife, Nancy Heyser, Daughters, Dianne of Citrus Heights, Wendy of Santa Clarita, Son, Scott of Brea, and 5 Grandchildren. Honor Guard will be assisting the family with military rights at the graveside.

Graveside Services with Military Honors: Friday, August 15, 2008 1330 hours. - Sacramento Valley VA National Cemetery 5810 Midway, Dixon, CA

Brian Hopper

And a PGR mission is born! Actually we can thank John Muir, and easily remembered name, as he is a family friend and made arrangements for Jim's mission with PGR.

We had 11 riders, and a lot were ALR members from a few places, I'm one myself. And as always there were many others, and I thank all that came to honor a fallen hero. You being there made a difference!

Dan, Don, John Muir, Dave, John, Bud, Eric, Dave, Jeff, Jake and the Cranky dude... Thanks!!!


Parking and resting, it was a bit warm.. This was most of the group..


The overflow lot! GBG We had 2 more show up as we were pre staging for the service.

Dave, one of the last riders coming in.. 2 more followed but I didn't get a pic...

Headed to meet the family prior the service. It was a nice group, Son Scott welcomed us and thanked us for being there, and it was an honor! We met his son and daughter also. There were many friends of the family, a large gathering for farewell.


Standing in honor of a fallen hero, God Bless Jim's family and friends during this time of passing. Thank you for your service, stand down, your mission is complete, God Bless and rest in God's Loving Arms, we will all join you in due time...

Thank you for inviting PGR to be at Jim's service.