CONFIRMED: Diane Y. Hankins, Veteran, US Army (65-25) 3 Apr 25
7735 Gibbs Sprawl Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
USA
US ARMY VETERAN
The family of Mrs. Diane Y. Hankins, 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.
Diane Yvonne Hankins was born on August 5, 1945, and she passed away on March 14, 2025, in Cibolo, Texas.
Detroit is known for Motown hits and the Ford Motor Company. It is also known as the birthplace of Diane Yvonne Pattyn. She was born August 5th,1945 to Jerome and Edmonda Pattyn. She was the youngest of 5 siblings who have all preceded her in death. She attended Osborne High School in Detroit Michigan, where she would proudly inform you the rapper Eminem also attended. She joined The Women’s Army Corps, in March 1964 as an Army Nurse. During her tour of duty in Germany, she met her #1-man Billy Gene Hankins, he lovingly nicknamed her “Blondie”. During the 1960s interracial marriages were frowned upon but that did not stop her from following her heart. They united in marriage on October 28th 1966 in Germany. The union produced three children Gina, Michelle, and Kayone. After multiple tours of duty, they made their home in Kirby, Texas in August of 1979.
Diane worked in Occupational Health in San Antonio, TX before retiring from Fort Sam Houston in 2002. In 2005, Diane and Billy moved to Cibolo, Texas. Diane enjoyed spending time with her family and her beloved dogs, Lilly & Cuddles. She loved her Detroit Lions. In fact, ANYTHING Michigan. She would Do for You, Give to You or even Take You where you needed to go, in fact if mom and dad says no, just ask Grandma Diane.
We will miss Blondie’s feisty attitude, the flapping of the hand, the shaking of the head, her quick wit, and her joking, loving spirit. She rededicated her life to the Lord in February 2025 Her number #1 man preceded her in death on August 22, 2012.
She is survived by her daughters Gina (Clay Huddleston) Michelle (Tony Lewis), Kayone (Sheawn Bedford) her grandchildren: Billy, Terrance, Chris, Myles, Zoe, Ashley, Samantha, Tony, Taylor, Kris, Christian, Sheldon, Kaylie, Kaytlin, Caleb, Calen, Linda, and her great grandchildren: Bailey, Jalen, Neveah, Cameron, Aaliyah, Ezra, Malia and a host of extended family and friends. Mother is now with her #1 man and we will truly miss her…until we meet again.
WEATHER: Hi 85 / Lo 67, 0 % Chance of Rain, 90 % Humidity, Wind: 6 mph SSE
REQUESTOR: Pierre Cobb, Family SPOX
STAGING: 10:30 am, Thursday, April 3, 2025
Chapel Hill Funeral Home
7735 Gibbs Sprawl Road
San Antonio, Texas 78239
https://goo.gl/maps/PvVo4T8zJinRcD1q6
BRIEFING: 10:45 am
SERVICE: 11:30 am
Chapel Hill Funeral Home
7735 Gibbs Sprawl Road
San Antonio, Texas 78239
https://goo.gl/maps/PvVo4T8zJinRcD1q6
KSU: 1:45 pm (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 2:30 pm – Shelter #3 (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