08/24/2026
About two months ago, a family reached out on Facebook looking for help with a Vietnam Veteranâs last wish: to go on one last motorcycle ride.
After the family attended our meeting, it was clear what needed to happen and who needed to do it. In collaboration with AMVETS Riders of WI 13 and MVMA, we knew we had to come together to make this happen for Jimmy and his family.
Yesterday, The Patriot Riders of America WI Chapter 1, AMVETS Riders of WI 13, MVMA, and a large group of our incredible supporters came together and took Jimmy out on his last ride. What an absolute honor.
Jimmy had to quit riding due to health reasons, so his bike had been sitting for quite a while and needed work to get road-ready. A generous member of the AMVETS Riders stepped up to repair the bike and presented it to Jimmyâs son so he could ride alongside his dad.
Jimmy gained the nickname "Tw***ie" back in the day because he always had one in his handâso of course, we had to make sure he was set up with a fresh box of Tw***ies before we took off!
Suited up in his leather jacket, chaps, and helmet, Jimmy was ready to roll. We rode off to Jorgies in Borth for a celebration. When asked how he liked it, Jimmy said the ride was too short! Naturally, the plan changed on the spot, and we gave him a motorcycle ride all the way back home after the party, too.
Everyone enjoyed cake and cupcakes from Back Roads Bakery while sharing stories, we presented Jimmy with a custom challenge coin honoring his branch and his Radio Man title made by Greenway Homescapes, then we mounted back up and rode to the church to visit with Jimmy a little more. After getting home, Jimmy definitely earned his afternoon nap!
What an amazing day. Three groups coming together to grant a Veteranâs last wish was nothing short of awesome and a pleasure.
Thank you to Larry Redman, AMVETS Riders of WI 13, MVMA, and all our friends and followers who joined us to make yesterday so special for Jimmy and his family. đşđ¸đď¸