CONFIRMED: Frank Adonirum Thompson Jr, Retired, Veteran, US Air Fore, Korea/Vietnam (247-23) 29 Nov 23
2117 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
USA
US AIR FORCE RETIRED VETERAN – KOREAN & VIETNAM WAR’S
The family of Mr. Frank Adonirum Thompson Jr, a US Air Force (Ret.) Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
MSGT Frank A. Thompson, Jr, USAF, (Ret) passed away at home October 31, following a medical emergency. His wife and daughter were by his side.
Before serving in the United States Air Force, Frank was in the Korean War with the US Navy, serving aboard the USS Johnston, a destroyer escort.
After his service in the Navy, he worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad as a brakeman. At this time, he married Charlotte Trout in Philadelphia and they had two children together, Frank A. Thompson, III, now deceased and Charlene Young, of Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.
Frank decided to return to active duty, and he joined the Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller. He served on numerous bases during his career and had two tours of duty in Vietnam, receiving, among other awards, a Bronze Star with ‘V’ device, during his tour at DaNang AFB.
Frank and Charlotte broke up while he was serving in Oregon. He met and married his final love of his life, Fusako, while serving in Okinawa. They had one daughter Linda Kim, who still lives close by to Frank’s Live Oak home. After retiring from the Air Force, he tried his hand as a long-haul truck driver; but he missed being around military personnel and service to our country, so he applied for a civil service position as air field manager at Kelly AFB. He retired from civil service.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Edith, and son Frank A. Thompson, III. He is survived by his wife Diane Fusako, his daughters Linda Kim Kirkwood, Charlene Young, husband Terry, his brother LTC Theodore H. Thompson, USA, (Ret), six grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.
“I have now – put out my hand, and touched the face of God.”
WEATHER: Hi 60 / Lo 55, 0% Chance of Rain, 59% Humidity, Wind: 3 mph ESE
REQUESTOR: Kevin Hyland, Family SPOX
STAGING: 12:45 pm, Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Ebb Tide Lounge
2117 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/4sMDzLt1L3RavAzh7
BRIEFING: 1:00 pm
KSU: 1:30 pm (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 1:45 pm – Shelter #5 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92
RC: Tom “Tom Cat” Wilson
tomcatwilson2019@gmail.com
FC: Rich “Pach” 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