Viking Riders Host Party for Wounded Soldier, Upcoming Motorcycle Run

On Saturday afternoon, Viking Riders and the All Vets Club hosted a fundraiser party for Retired Army Sgt. Michael Verardo, of Middletown. The party was a preview event to a motorcycle run hosted by Veterans Helping Veterans on June 9. 

In Depth: Read his Verardo's story here.

"About three years ago we decided to start up VHV and see if we can make a difference in a soldiers life who has come home with combat wounds," said Humbert DeGregory.  All money raised will go to Varardo. 

"We have been blessed so far with sponsors who have been very generous in supporting our cause. An example is Outback Steak House in East Greenwich who for the third year in a row has not only fed us but supplied the volunteer help from their restaurant, including their manager Scott to serve the food"

Details about the motorcycle run

When: June 9
Registration: 8 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Cost: $25 per person
Where: Veterans Helping Veterans at the VFW Post 9404 at 29 South Main Street in Coventry. Riders can meet at the All Vets Club at 9 a.m. in Middletown.  Police will escort riders to Coventry. There will also be a van available to transport non-riders. 

For more information contact Humbert DeGregory 401-301-4360

Verardo's fiancé Sarah Conklin is seeking raffle and auction items for the event. If you would like to donate, email Patch editor Olga Enger at olga.enger@patch.com for Conklin's contact information.