CONFIRMED: Basilio R. Flores, Veteran, US Army, WWII (107-24) 22 May 24
520 N General McMullen Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
USA
US ARMY VETERAN – WWII
The family of Mr. Basilio R. Flores, 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.
Basilio R. Flores entered eternal rest on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the blessed age of 99 years. He was born on August 11, 1924, in Cotulla, Texas, to the late Luciano and Rosa Flores. Basilio is reunited in Heaven with his parents, his wife Alejandra A. Flores of 68 years, brother Alfredo Flores, sister Juanita Flores, son David A. Flores, granddaughters Michelle, Ashley, Crystal, and grandson Douglas. Basilio was loved and will be missed dearly by his daughter Janie F. Mireles (Alex), son Basilio A. Flores (Linda), daughters Rosemary Syverson (Albert), Mary Alice Torres (Joe), and Sandra Santillan (Ralph); 15 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; 5 great great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family and friends.
Basilio was a loving, kind, compassionate, generous, hardworking, funny husband, dad, grandfather, and great grandfather. His faith and trust in God was very strong and faithfully went to Holy Family Catholic Church every Sunday. He joined the Army on July 30, 1943, to proudly serve his country in World War II. He was Honorably Discharged on January 9, 1946.
Later he found his passion in upholstery, and started his own business for many years until he retired. His hobbies included gambling, daily walks, reading the newspaper, and watching golf in his favorite recliner. His favorite hobby was scratch off tickets, later on he carried a magnifying glass to scratch off his tickets. His favorite saying was “I’m Okay,” but now he is better than okay, he is with God and the promise of eternal life.
WEATHER: Hi 94 / Lo 78, 2 % Chance of Rain, 90 % Humidity, Wind: 6 mph SSE
REQUESTOR: Antoinette Badra, Family SPOX
STAGING: 7:30 am, Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Castillo Mission Funeral Home
520 N General McMullen Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78228
https://goo.gl/maps/ZuW5RtZf6p52
BRIEFING: 7:45 am
HONOR LINE: 8:20 am
**THIS IS A MOTORCYCLE ESCORT ONLY. NO CAGES PLEASE
KSU: 8:30 am (Semper Gumby)
**THE CAGES WILL MEET AT THE CHURCH
SERVICE: 9:00 am
Holy Family Catholic Church
152 Florencia Avenue
San Antonio, Texas 78228
https://goo.gl/maps/Ji3na1KPZg7f4kza9
KSU: 10:00 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 11:00 am – Shelter #1 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/kQ68VALuUAptXpgS9
RC: Lisa “Fancy Pants” Menard
pgr.lisamenard@gmail.com
FC: Richard “Bean” Sandoval
Richardsandoval196@hotmail.com
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