CONFIRMED: “HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) KEY AWARD CEREMONY”, Noah Bailey (211-25) 15 Nov 25
174 Star Grass
Spring Branch, TX 78070
USA
“HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) KEY AWARD CEREMONY”
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 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 Noah Bailey who was a junior in high school on September 11, 2001, a day that inspired him to serve his country. He enlisted in the Army while still in high school and headed to basic training after graduation.
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.
Noah and his wife, Tia, are parents to Tristan, Anthony, Clementine, and twins, Aurora and Phoenix. Noah manages an engine repair shop while Tia runs a catering business. Although they enjoy outdoor activities as a family, their current home is inaccessible and limits Noah’s mobility, with narrow doorways that he cannot navigate through in his wheelchair, and a shower that he is unable to access without risking injury.
In a specially adapted custom HFOT home, Noah will not have to struggle with basic tasks with easy and safe access to every room in a single-level, open layout. Pull-down shelving in the kitchen, a roll-in shower in the bathroom, and a wheelchair-accessible walkway surrounding the entire home are just a few of the features that will give Noah more independence and freedom in his daily life. The mortgage-free lifestyle will allow the Baileys to start their own farm-to-table business and save for their children’s futures.
Originally from California, Noah is choosing to build his home in Texas to be close to family and friends.
Noah is grateful to HFOT donors and supporters for this life-changing gift. “Your support and donation do more than just help build a specially adapted custom home. It is what the home means to someone with severe injuries. The little things I used to take for granted.”
WEATHER: Hi 78 / Lo 64, 0 % Chance of Rain, 83 % Humidity, Wind: 7 mph S
REQUESTOR: Shaquanta “Q” Bailey, Event Cord.
STAGING: 9:00 am, Saturday, November 15, 2025
Valero Gas Station
174 Star Grass
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
https://goo.gl/maps/wyBFQMJk7BL3SJK19
BRIEFING: 9:15 am
KSU: 9:50 am (Semper Gumby) (Wait for the phone call from the Rep.)
CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 10:00 am
155 Red Rose Street
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
https://maps.app.goo.gl/atBTbnHtrkHKGpiS7
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