CONFIRMED: Gary D. Stanfill, Retired, Veteran, US Air Force, Vietnam (175-25) 16 Feb 25
2117 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
USA
US AIR FORCE RETIRED VETERAN – VIETNAM WAR
The family of Mr. Gary D. Stanfill, 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.
Gary David Stanfill, 70, of San Antonio, Texas passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025 after a two-year battle with kidney disease and related illnesses.
Gary was born on December 12, 1954 to Robert and Connie Stanfill in Haddon Heights, New Jersey. He received his degree from Ursinus College in Pennsylvania and made a career in the Air Force, retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant (E-8). After that, he joined the staff at TruGreen of San Antonio and worked there until his health began to fail. He spent the remainder of his retirement landscaping yards for his neighbors in Whisper Creek Subdivision.
He leaves behind his wife of 44 years, Terri G. (Taz) Stanfill, an artist and accountant and two fur babies, (Hodgdon) Powder and Berka (Fleury).
Gary was predeceased by his parents and survived by his brother, Robert C. Stanfill, III of New Jersey and his sister Linda C. Stanfill of Florida.
**THE FAMILY WILL MEET US AT THE STAGING LOCATION
WEATHER: Hi 94 / Lo 73, 0 % Chance of Rain, 79 % Humidity, Wind: 3 mph NE
REQUESTOR: Taz Stanfill, Wife
STAGING: 9:30 am, Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Ebb Tide Lounge
2117 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/4sMDzLt1L3RavAzh7
BRIEFING: 9:45 am
KSU: 10:00 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 10:30 am – Shelter #3 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92
RC: Pete “Sea Dog” Johnson
pfjohn127@gmail.com
FC: Alice “Cake Lady” Wagener
hwagener@sbcglobal.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