CONFIRMED: Gilbert Reyes, Veteran, US Army (67-24) 13 Mar 24
711 SE Military Dr
San Antonio, TX 78214
USA
US ARMY VETERAN
The family of Mr. Gilbert Reyes, 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.
Gilbert Martinez Reyes born on February 11, 1935, went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2024, at the age of 89. He is preceded in death by his parents Gilberto Reyes and Emma Martinez, wife Lucy Reyes, brother Fernando Vasquez and sisters Elvira Martinez and Teresa Bloom. He is survived by his daughter Leticia Reyes (Ralph), Darren M. Reyes, sisters: Lucia Valadez, Elva Garcia (Homer), Diana Gonzalez (Louis), grandchildren: Alyssa R. Chavez, Gabriela A. Chavez.
Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend was a fun, loving, grateful, generous man. Gilbert faced many challenges in his young life, but he persevered and graduated South San High School in 1955.
He enlisted in the United States Army, to where he got to travel and learn many skills. Once he served enough time in the Army, he worked for the City of San Antonio and State for a few years. While working he saved money and bought his first home.
In 1963, he met the love of his life Lucy, they got married and had two children. Gilbert finally fulfilled his dreams in the seventies and opened one of his first two restaurants, catering business, during the same time he also rented houses. Whenever he could find time he enjoyed gardening, listening to classical music, playing bingo, spending time with family, going to the beach and going to church. Gilbert has impacted all of us in some special way, he will never be forgotten, he will be greatly missed.
WEATHER: Hi 83 / Lo 67, 7 % Chance of Rain, 87 % Humidity, Wind: 8 mph SSE
REQUESTOR: Leticia Reyes, Daughter
STAGING: 10:15 am, Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Brookehill Funeral Home
711 SE Military Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78214
https://goo.gl/maps/tMjnFtK3mby
BRIEFING: 10:30 am
HONOR LINE: 10:50 am
**THIS IS A MOTORCYCLE ESCORT ONLY. NO CAGES PLEASE
KSU: 11:00 am
**THE CAGES WILL MEET AT THE CHURCH
SERVICE: 11:30 am
St. Lawrence Catholic Church
236 E Petaluma Blvd
San Antonio, Texas 78221
https://goo.gl/maps/1MAJvpZK5Gytxmrj7
KSU: 12:30 pm (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 1:00 pm – Shelter #1 (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: 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