CONFIRMED: Juan Z. Zuniga, Veteran, US Army (12-23) 26 Jan 23
520 N General McMullen Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
USA
US ARMY VETERAN – KOREAN WAR
The family of Mr. Juan Z. Zuniga, a US Army Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the services and LEO supported procession, and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
Juan Z. Zuniga passed away on January 7, 2023. He was 90 years old. He was born in Mexico on December 27, 1932.
Juan Served in the United State Army and was a veteran of the Korean War. He graduated from Fox Tech High School in San Antonio Texas before joining the Army. In the summer of June 1957, he married Guadalupe Salazar, who preceded him in death in June 2006. He was a professional truck driver until he retired. Juan and Guadalupe had six children during their life together, and enjoyed the beautiful memories they created with their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren throughout their life together. He was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and San Antonio Spurs. He will be missed tremendously.
Juan Zuniga is also preceded in death by his wife, Guadalupe Zuniga, Juan Zuniga Jr. son, Mother Eduvijes and Father Gregorio, and brother Thomas Zuniga. He is survived by daughters Sylvia Nelson, Vivian Z Lua, and Veronica Saenz; sons Danny Zuniga, Rickey Zuniga and Joe G Zuniga; 18 Grandchildren 30 Great-grandchildren.
Juan Zuniga is loved and will be missed by his family and friends.
WEATHER: Hi 63 / Lo 48, 0% Chance of Rain, 39% Humidity, Wind: 4 mph ENE
REQUESTOR: Veronica Saenz, Daughter
STAGING: 9:15 am, Thursday, January 26, 2023
Castillo Mission Funeral Home
520 N General McMullen Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78228
https://goo.gl/maps/ZuW5RtZf6p52
BRIEFING: 9:30 am
HONOR LINE: 9:50 am
**THIS IS A MOTORCYCLE ESCORT ONLY. NO CAGES PLEASE
KSU: 10:00 am (Semper Gumby)
**THE CAGES WILL MEET AT THE SHELTER IN FORT SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY
INTERMENT: 11:00 am – Shelter #1 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/kQ68VALuUAptXpgS9
RC: Lisa “Fancy Pants” Menard
Lisa.menard1005@gmail.com
FC: Rich “Pach” 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