COMFIRMED: Xavier R “Hobby” Garza, Veteran, US Army (166-26) 8 Oct 26
9315 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78217
USA
US ARMY VETERAN
The family of Mr. Xavier R “Hobby” Garza, a US Army Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the services, and the LEO supported procession, and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
Xavier R. “Hobby” Garza passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, at the age of 72, after a long illness following a stroke. He was born on March 13, 1954.
He was predeceased by his parents, Maj (Ret) Hector J Garza and Rosalba Flores Garza and brother, Lenny Garza.
He is survived by his son, Michael X. Garza; brother, David E Garza (Adriana); and sister, Jessica M Garza. Also survived by sister-in-law, Catherine McCoy; and former spouse, Darlene Canales.
Hobby loved hunting and 1970’s muscle cars. He worked as a letter carrier for the US Post Office and then as a salesman for Ancira Buick/AMC in Boerne from where he retired in 2021.
The family would like to thank the staff at Castle Hills Rehabilitation and Nursing Home for their care and compassion.
Also, thanks to the San Antonio Patriot Guard for their kind support as we lay our beloved family member to rest.
WEATHER: Hi 88 / Lo 71, 0 % Chance of Rain, 76 % Humidity, Wind: 8 mph NNE
REQUESTOR: Darlene Canales, Ex-wife
STAGING: 11:30 am, Thursday, October 8, 2026
Watershed Church
9315 Broadway
San Antonio, Texas 78217
https://maps.app.goo.gl/pyTFs89Rprgty9GaA
BRIEFING: 11:45 am
SERVICE: 12:30 pm
Watershed Church
9315 Broadway
San Antonio, Texas 78217
https://maps.app.goo.gl/pyTFs89Rprgty9GaA
KSU: 1:45 pm (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 2:15 pm – Shelter #2 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/kQ68VALuUAptXpgS9
RC: Al (Warden) Langford
Langfordadjr2@hotmail.com
FC: Alice “Cake Lady” Wagener
hwagener@sbcglobal.net
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and appreciated and unless under special circumstances not allowed in processions. You do not have to have a motorcycle to participate in honoring our veterans.
2. Safety First: Please remember to properly hydrate (including the night before) before any outdoor activity and to dress appropriately. Do not hesitate to take a break at any time if you feel you need to get in the shade or get indoors and always ask for help at any time. Also please do not forget your sun screen.
3. Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!
***Safety Notice***
Before volunteering and/or attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders missions we encourage you to review all safety information below. Included are some potential safety concerns to be aware of, however this does not include the full scope of all potential hazards. Anyone attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that they do so at their own risk. Neither the Patriot Guard Riders Organization nor its representatives are liable for any damages incurred on any PGR mission or event.
Funeral Processions/Escorts
EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for their own safety at all times while riding in a funeral procession.
At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block any intersection or otherwise block or impede traffic laws in any way. Only Law Enforcement officials are authorized to block and/or impeded the lawful flow of traffic.
If you choose to fly a Flag on your bike you are SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring it is secured and not a danger to any other rider or traffic.
Warm Regards,
Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
Asst. State Captain
Deputy State Captain
San Antonio Patriot Guard
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 562-413-2223
“We can’t all be heroes. Some of us get to stand on the curb and clap as they go by.”
Will Rogers