CONFIRMED: John Edward Ybanez (Bear), Retired, Veteran, US Navy (234-24) 15 Nov 24
125 W Whittier St
San Antonio, TX 78210
USA
US NAVY RETIRED VETERAN
The family of Mr. John Edward Ybanez (Bear), a US Navy (Ret.) Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the services and the Non-Leo procession, and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
Mr. John “Bear” Ybanez was born on December 23, 1960, and he passed away on October 21, 2024.
Mr. John “Bear” Ybanez Enlisted into the US Navy on June 12, 1980, and was Honorably Discharged from Active Duty on April 11, 1985. He was in the Reserves from April 12, 1985 to April 28, 1989.
WEATHER: Hi 73 / Lo 57, 0 % Chance of Rain, 63 % Humidity, Wind: 4 mph NE
REQUESTOR: Rick Ybanez, Brother
STAGING: 8:30 am, Friday, November 15, 2024
St. Cecilia Catholic Church
125 W. Whittier Street
San Antonio, Texas 78210
https://goo.gl/maps/1RzN8RncrF45t3ED9
BRIEFING: 8:45 am
SERVICE: 9:30 am
St. Cecilia Catholic Church
125 W. Whittier Street
San Antonio, Texas 78210
https://goo.gl/maps/1RzN8RncrF45t3ED9
KSU: 10:30 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 11:30 am – Shelter #3 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/kQ68VALuUAptXpgS9
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