CONFIRMED: Emilio Fonseca, Veteran, US Army (268-24) 30 Dec 24
142 E Lambert St
San Antonio, TX 78204
USA
US ARMY VETERAN
The family of Mr. Emilio Fonseca, 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.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
Emilio (Pops) Fonseca, a beloved son, grandson, brother, husband, father, pops, grandfather, uncle, nephew, brother-in-law, cousin, friend, and veteran. He was born on October 22, 1950, in San Antonio, Texas to Ernesto and Doris Jimenez Fonseca. He was called home in Oklahoma by the Lord Jesus Christ surrounded by his family and friends praying over him, leading him on his journey to heaven on Wednesday December 6, 2024, at the age of 74. He was reunited in heaven with open arms to his loving wife and sweetheart, Janice Resendez Fonseca, sister Helen Fonseca Munoz, granddaughter Ariel Angel Hernandez, sisters-in-law: Alicia Fonseca, Jo Ann Jimenez and Sylvia Ann Resendez, parents, grandparents, uncles, and aunts.
Emilio is survived by his loving son, Alexander (Alex) Emilio Fonseca; step-sons: Basilio (Buzz) Garcia Jr., Mark Anthony Garcia, Gabriel Gene Garcia. His grandchildren: Jennifer Garcia (Carlos) Castillo, Kristen Garcia, Jeremy (Ariel) Garcia, Daniella Garcia, Gabriel Garcia Jr., Andrew Garcia, Raul Perez, and Benjamin Hernandez: and great-granddaughter Genesis Garcia, sisters: Ernestina (Jesse) Rendon, Enriqueta (Ben) Martinez; brothers: Twin Ernest Fonseca, Edward (Rachael) Fonseca and sisters and brothers-in law, Linda (Roger) Peredia, Blanca Martinez, and friend Mary (Shorty) Gonzales and Lucinda Gonzales (Xavier) Baca, Joseph Resendez Jr., Leandro M. (Ida) Gonzales Jr., Francisco Gonzales; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren, aunts, uncles, and a host of friends in San Antonio and Oklahoma.
He was a proud graduate of Lanier (Voks) High School and shortly after joined the US Army and Reserves. He worked at Kelly and Tinker Air Force Base retiring from Civil Service with a total 30 plus years of service. He took much pride in a job well done. He volunteered for St. Philip Neri Catholic School in Midwest City, Oklahoma afterschool program. Emilio and Janice were a staple at every fall festival the school and parish held with their popcorn and snow cone machines. They would dress up as Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus during Christmas that brought lots of joy to so many children’s faces. Emilio had a love for sports as assistant coach for his sons, nieces, and nephews CYO tee ball, softball and basketball for St. Philip of Jesus and St. Leo’s Catholic Church. He was Alex’s biggest fan supporting him and his friends at their softball games. He loved camping and fishing with his family in Rockport, and Corpus and enjoyed being a part of Alexis’s band running their sound system, watching his TV shows, like old western movies cheering for the Spurs, Dallas Cowboys games and enjoyed thrift stores shopping. Emilio had his own DJ called Dynamic Sounds, he loved the sound of music especially Tejano, Conjunto, Oldies, Country, Mariachi music and loved to dance. He also enjoyed barbecues because it was a mixture of everything that is great in life…. cooking, beer (holy water), campfires, food, family gathering and coming back to his hometown San Antonio and attending special family events like Easter, parties, weddings, and any celebration. He was a loving, giving, helping person who brought laughter and joy to his family and friends. Emilio continues to be a loving son, grandson, husband, father, pops, brother, uncle godfather, cousin, friend, and veteran.
Dad (Pops), we love you. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten, and you will forever be in our hearts.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude for the love, support, prayers, and kindness shown to us during our time of loss. We extend special thanks to our families, friends, hospitals, the VA, rehabilitation, and hospice facility, as well as the dedicated doctors, nurses, social workers, and staff in Oklahoma and San Antonio. Your exceptional acts of kindness will be remembered with deep appreciation. God bless each of you!
WEATHER: Hi 77 / Lo 57, 0 % Chance of Rain, 70 % Humidity, Wind: 4 mph SW
REQUESTOR: Alex Fonseca, Son
STAGING: 9:00 am, Monday, December 30, 2024
St. Philip of Jesus Catholic Church
142 E. Lambert Street
San Antonio, Texas 78204
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BRIEFING: 9:15 am
SERVICE: 10:00 am
St. Philip of Jesus Catholic Church
142 E. Lambert Street
San Antonio, Texas 78204
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KSU: 11:00 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 11:30 am
San Fernando Cemetery II
746 Castroville Road
San Antonio, Texas 78237
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RC: Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
bobtxpgr@gmail.com
FC: Charles “Music Man” Jones
Cj083206@gmail.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