CONFIRMED: GOLD STAR FAMILIES MEMORIAL MONUMENT: Dedication (185-24) 28 Sep 24
515 N Main Ave
San Antonio, TX 78205
USA
GOLD STAR FAMILIES MEMORIAL MONUMENT
The Gold Star Families, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the Dedication Ceremony. We are honored to accept this invitation.
The Gold Star Families Memorial Monument
Initially the Foundation’s goal was to establish a Gold Star Families Memorial Monument in Woody’s home state of West Virginia. Once that monument was complete, a new mission became clear to Woody and those at the Woody Williams Foundation to establish these monuments in as many communities as possible in all 50 states and U.S. territories.
Gold Star Families Memorial Monuments are a two-sided tribute made of black granite. One side bears the words: Gold Star Families Memorial Monument, a tribute to Gold Star Families and Relatives who sacrificed a Loved One for our Freedom.
The other side tells a story through the four granite panels: Homeland, Family, Patriot, and Sacrifice. At the center of this tribute, is a silhouette of a saluting service member which represents the Legacy of the Loved Ones who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our Freedom. Together, these features tell each community’s unique story based upon the Pillars of the Foundation.
WEATHER: Hi 91 / Lo 71, 0 % Chance of Rain, 73 % Humidity, Wind: 8 mph N
REQUESTOR: Candy Martin, Gold Star Mother
STAGING: 4:45 pm, Saturday, September 28, 2024
Funeraria Del Roy Akers
515 N Main Avenue
San Antonio, Texas 78205
https://goo.gl/maps/e8NjYx7NHmL2
BRIEFING: 5:00 pm
KSU: 5:15 pm
FLAG LINE: 5:45 pm
DEDICATION CEREMONY: 6:00 pm
Veterans Memorial Plaza – Tobin Center
100 Auditorium Circle
San Antonio, Texas 78205
https://maps.app.goo.gl/SAQLMDseRvw6otf57
RC: Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
bobtxpgr@gmail.com
FC: Rich “Richie Rich” 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