CONFIRMED: “HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) KEY AWARD CEREMONY”, Marine Cpl Shawn Seeley (42-26) 21 Mar 26

“HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) KEY AWARD CEREMONY”

The presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders have 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 veteran and family to participate in a “Key Awarding Ceremony” presented by Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). This ceremony will be the final presentation of a specially adapted mortgage free home for Marine Cpl Shawn Seeley.

Inspired by the training he received in the Marine Corps Junior ROTC program, Shawn Seeley enlisted in the Marines two weeks after his high school graduation.

On October 4, 2005, during his first combat deployment, Corporal Seeley was serving with Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines as an Infantry machine gunner when his vehicle drove over an improvised explosive device (IED) in Ramadi, Iraq. The explosion flipped the vehicle, pinning Cpl Seeley and fellow HFOT Veteran petty officer third class Randall Leoncio underneath. Cpl Seeley sustained severe injuries including the loss of use of his right leg, right thumb amputation, and right-hand limb salvage. In 2021, Shawn’s right leg was amputated below the knee.

Shawn and his wife, Shelley, are parents to Zoey, Liam, and Lexi. Shawn is the Dean of Students at the local middle school. They are active in the community church and enjoy camping and spending time outdoors as a family. In their current multi-level home, the bedrooms and laundry are on the second floor, requiring Shawn to stay in his prosthetic for most of the day and night.

A specially adapted custom HFOT home will give Shawn the ability to rest and recover in his wheelchair with access to every room in a single-level, open layout. Pull-down shelving, lowered countertops, and roll-under access to the sink, stove, and countertops will allow him to cook safely and easily when he is wearing his prosthetic leg or in his wheelchair. The mortgage-free home will allow Shawn and Shelley to save for the future and take family vacations.

Originally from Washington, Shawn is choosing to build his home in Texas for the warmer climate and to be close to friends.

Shawn would like to thank HFOT donors and supporters for his forever home. “HFOT is an incredible organization. Thank you—we are looking forward to paying it forward.”

WEATHER: Hi 84 / Lo 59, 0 % Chance of Rain, 80 % Humidity, Wind: 4 mph SW

REQUESTOR: Krystina Goroshko, Event Coordinator

 

STAGING: 9:00 am, Saturday, March 21, 2026

Valero

US-281,

Spring Branch, Texas 78070

https://maps.app.goo.gl/YCHAcnvA7dGC5oHW8

 

BRIEFING: 9:15 am

 

KSU: 9:50 am (Semper Gumby)

 

CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 10:00 am

277 Restless Wind

Spring Branch, Texas 78070

https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJmDcYX8SBe1Y4xK7

 

RC: Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson

bobtxpgr@gmail.com

 

FC: Richard “Bean” Sandoval

Richardsandoval196@hotmail.com

 

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