CONFIRMED: HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO), Army, Specialist Noah Bailey, Army, Staff Sargeant Robert Geer (137-25) 26 Jul 25
305 Singing Oaks
Spring Branch, TX 78070
USA
HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO)
The presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders has been requested to take part in this joyous event. We have been asked to ride in a LEO supported procession and stand a Flag Line for the veterans and family to participate in the opening ceremony presented by Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). This ceremony will begin the process of building a specially adapted mortgage free home for Two Army Veterans.
Army, Specialist Noah Bailey
On December 4, 2005, during his first combat deployment, Specialist Bailey was serving with the Scout Sniper Platoon, 2-503rd Parachute Infantry, 173rd Airborne Brigade in Zabul, Afghanistan when his vehicle was hit by an improvised explosive device (IED). The blast ejected him from the vehicle, trapping him underneath the rear wheels. After being medically evacuated, SPC Bailey’s right foot was amputated.
He was transported to Landstuhl, Germany before returning stateside to Walter Reed Army Medical Center. After additional surgeries, Noah elected to have doctors amputate his left leg below the knee.
Army, Staff Sargeant Robert Geer
On September 28, 2011, during his fifth combat deployment, Staff Sergeant Geer was serving with Alpha Company, 1-5 INF, 25th Infantry Division as an Infantry in Panjwai, Afghanistan, when his squad was assigned to clear a compound in a suspected hostile area. While he led his squad in clearing a mud hut, two of his Soldiers stepped on IEDs, which resulted in SSG Geer receiving damage to both legs, hip, and pelvis, left arm injuries, ulnar nerve damage, major tissue damage, and other significant injuries. He was transferred to Brooke Army Medical Center.
WEATHER: Hi 87 / Lo 76, 0 % Chance of Rain, 89 % Humidity, Wind: 3 mph S
REQUESTOR: Krystina Goroshko, Event Coordinator
STAGING: 9:00 am, Saturday, July 26, 2025
Walmart Supercenter
305 Singing Oaks
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UbHiAAxAAEeDwAx7A
BRIEFING: 9:15 am
KSU: 9:50 am (Semper Gumby)
CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 10:00 am
Spring Branch Middle School
21053 TX-46
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
https://maps.app.goo.gl/jAddRgZnuGiHzrpk9
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