Jack ‘Angel’ Regan, Patriot Guard Rider...Rest in Peace

Early Saturday morning, a real man, a true Patriot, and a member of the Patriot Guard Riders was on his way to take part in an Honor Guard Mission for WWII veterans on the Treasure Coast.  While on the way to that mission, Jack 'Angel’ Regan, a dedicated member of the PGR and a 'Ride Captain in Training’ was rear ended by another motorist on I 95 and very sadly killed.

Like so many regular citizens, Jack was not well known or famous outside of his circle of family, friends, and associates; but he should have been.

When not honoring fallen soldiers, veterans, police and firefighters, or doing any of the other other valiant and amazing work done by the Patriot Guard Riders, Jack and his wife Debbie were co-founders and operated Service Dogs and Warriors.com.  The sole purpose of this wonderful organization is to obtain and train service dogs for disabled veterans, police, fire-fighters, and others who are unable to afford the costs of obtaining one on their own.  Jack had an affinity for dogs, and the last one he trained, named Hank, was one he became particularly attached to and cried when he had to send him on.

For more information about Jack, Service Dogs and Warriors.com, or 'Hank’ and to make a donation if you choose to, you may visit the website here.

Everyone that knew Jack is mourning the loss of this great man, and one of the most touching letters I have received honoring him is this one from Mr. Richard ‘Whistler’ Little:

"Our brother and one of my closest friends Jack "Angel" Regan, was killed on I-95 @ 0300 hrs today. He was on his way to the 0400 Honor Flight Mission for our WWII veterans in the Treasure Coast.  I am deeply saddened and in tears by this and urge all to pray for him and his wife he left behind. Jack was one of the most caring, giving and honest individuals I have ever known...he will be sorely missed and always remembered.  We love ya Jack; Hank will miss you and never forget you.”

I did not have the privilege of knowing Jack 'Angel’ Regan, however I do know many members of the Patriot Guard Riders, what they do, and the kind of men and women they are, and I am honored to call them friends.

The Patriots Press joins all of the Patriot Guard Riders and the entire South Florida Community in saluting this amazing American Patriot.  

Rest in peace Jack 'Angel’ Regan, and enjoy that endless Heavenly ride.