CONFIRMED: Daniel B Tovar Sr, Veteran, US Marine, Vietnam (217-24) 29 Oct 24
1101 McCullough Ave
San Antonio, TX 78212
USA
US MARINE CORPS. VETERAN – VIETNAM WAR
The family of Mr. Daniel B Tovar Sr, a US Marine Corps. 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.
Daniel (Danny) Bravo Tovar Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend entered eternal rest on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024, at the age of 76. He was surrounded by his loving family and our Lord.
Daniel is preceded by his sons James (†) and Frank Tovar (†), sisters Rosa Bononcini (†), Sarah de la Rosa (†), and Josefina Tovar (†), and brothers Margarito Tovar (†) and Frank Montemayor (†). He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Hilda, children Daniel Tovar Jr., Natividad Tovar, Christina Loayza (Alvaro), and Carmel Tovar, and grandchildren Desireé, Mark-Daniel (Jackie), Deborah (Alex), Jeremiah, Joel, Josiah, and Jaden (Alyssa), and 5 great-grandchildren, brothers Natividad (Hope), David, Eugene (Yolanda), and Lawrence (Irene) Tovar, sisters, Alice Perez, Isabel Gutierrez (David †), and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Daniel, known by many as “Chore” in Spanish, was born in San Antonio, Texas on November 10, 1947, to his parents Carmen (†) and Natividad (†) Tovar. He served as a United States Marine from 1965-1971, where he served in Vietnam. He dedicated his work life to civil service working at Lackland Airforce Base as a master plumber from 1972-2009. Throughout his life, he shared his heart, strength, and knowledge with all who needed it. He showed his kindness and love in many selfless ways. He enjoyed spending every Wednesday and Thursday at Retama Park studying the programs for the horse races. Daniel was best known for his humor, ingenuity, and generosity. Daniel would always say “I am very blessed” while thinking of his family, friends, and the life that he lived.
WEATHER: Hi 88 / Lo 73, 0 % Chance of Rain, 88 % Humidity, Wind: 10 mph SSE
REQUESTOR: Daniel Tovar Jr., Son
STAGING: 7:45 am, Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Porter Loring Mortuaries
1101 McCullough
San Antonio, Texas 78212
https://goo.gl/maps/BrUZQro9nH2CU2Bc6
BRIEFING: 8:00 am
HONOR LINE: 8:20 am
**THIS IS A MOTORCYCLE ESCORT ONLY. NO CAGES PLEASE
KSU: 8:30 am
**THE CAGES WILL MEET AT THE CHURCH
SERVICE: 9:30 am
Prince of Peace Catholic Church
7893 Grissom Road
San Antonio, Texas 78251
https://goo.gl/maps/wjH53gByE9mdYBG38
KSU: 10:30 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 11:30 am – Shelter #3 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/kQ68VALuUAptXpgS9
RC: Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
bobtxpgr@gmail.com
FC: Rich “Richie Rich” Pachecano
rich@pachecano.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