CONFIRMED: Adolph C. Valadez, Veteran, US Army, Vietnam (247-24) 11 Dec 24
520 N General McMullen Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
USA
US ARMY VETERAN – VIETNAM WAR
The family of Mr. Adolph C. Valadez, a US Army Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the services and LEO supported procession, and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
Adolph C. Valadez passed away Monday, November 25th, surrounded and comforted by his family and loved ones. He was 77 years old, born in San Antonio, Texas on March 9, 1947. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Purple Heart after being wounded in combat. After his service, he worked in Civil Engineering at Kelly Airforce Base.
Adolph met the love of his life in the summer of 1969 and the two married at St. Alphonsus Church on June 17, 1972. They were soon blessed with a daughter and a son, and spent many years creating cherished memories with their children and eventually, their grandchildren.
He liked to spend his free time singing and dancing, making his homemade salsa, fishing, and rooting for the Dallas Cowboys, the Houston Astros, and the San Antonio Spurs. His favorite thing to do however, was spending time with his beloved wife Norma, and his loved ones.
Adolph is preceded in death by his parents Vicente and Emelia, and his brothers Roger and Vicente Jr.
He is loved deeply and will be missed very much by his wife Norma Valadez, his daughter Vanessa Valadez Anderson (James) his grandchildren, Jordan Anderson and James Michael Esteban Anderson, his son Adolph Michael Valadez (Veronica) and his grandchild Schuyler Stone Valadez; his brothers Ricardo and Henry, and sisters Mary Alice, Bertha, Emily, Luisa, and Carolina. He will be remembered and cherished by his many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and many friends that he has left behind.
WEATHER: Hi 58 / Lo 41, 0 % Chance of Rain, 58 % Humidity, Wind: 9 mph N
REQUESTOR: Alma Rodriguez, Family SPOX
STAGING: 10:00 am, Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Castillo Mission Funeral Home
520 N General McMullen Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78228
https://goo.gl/maps/ZuW5RtZf6p52
BRIEFING: 10:15 am
HONOR LINE: 10:50 am
**THIS IS A MOTORCYCLE ESCORT ONLY. NO CAGES PLEASE
KSU: 11:00 am (Semper Gumby)
**THE CAGES WILL MEET AT THE CHURCH
SERVICE: 11:30 am
St. Alphonsus Catholic Church
2004 Chihuahua Street
San Antonio, Texas 78207
https://goo.gl/maps/UwpjYtq9k5J5Ni4J9
KSU: 12:30 pm (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 1:15 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: Pete “Sea Dog” Johnson
FC: Rich “Richie Rich” Pachecano
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