CONFIRMED: Kurt Gregory Schaefer, Veteran, US Army, Vietnam (2-24) 4 Jan 24
7735 Gibbs Sprawl Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
USA
US ARMY VETERAN – VIETNAM WAR
The family of Mr. Kurt Gregory Schaefer, a US Army Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the services and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
Kurt Gregory Schaefer, 77, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on November 30, 2023, after a three-year battle with Vascular Dementia.
Kurt was born on December 1, 1945, in Erding, Germany. Kurt spent the first ten years of his life in post-war Germany, until an American Military family adopted him, his brother Pete, and sister Petra. Living in a military family, he spent his childhood in various parts of the United States, Germany, and Iran. Kurt graduated from Lompoc High School in Lompoc, California in 1964. In 1965, Kurt was drafted into the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. Kurt served his country with honor and pride in Vietnam, piloting a Huey Helicopter and operating as a Crew Chief. Kurt demonstrated great heroism while serving his country, as his helicopter was shot down on three separate occasions. He left the Army having earned a Bronze Star Medal, an Air Medal with Oak Leaf Clusters, a National Defense Service Medal, a Vietnam Service Medal, a Vietnam Campaign Medal, and an Expert Rifle Badge.
In May of 1976 Kurt graduated from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. In his professional life, Kurt worked in sales and telecommunications with Motorola, Midland Radio, and Kennedy Communications in San Antonio.
Kurt was a loving father, husband, and friend. He cherished his family and friends and took great pride in being an American citizen. Kurt had a deep love for animals, caring for many pets and volunteering in animal rescue organizations with his wife Mary. Kurt also loved golf – he was the club professional at the Westlake Golf Course in Thousand Oaks, California after he returned from Vietnam. In his later years, he actively participated in his neighborhood homeowner’s association, contributing to the betterment of his community. All these activities brought him joy and allowed him the opportunity to be closer with his friends and family.
Kurt is survived by his sisters, Petra Cantini of Houston and Ada Blacey of San Antonio, his brothers Alois Bruckmeier of Bad Sobernhein, Germany and Pete Schaefer of Corpus Christi, and his sons Clint Schaefer of Fairview and Richard Schaefer of San Antonio. He was preceded in death by his father Lt. Col USAF Raymond Schaefer, his mother Goldean Morgan Schaefer, his brother Tony Bruckmeier, his sister Johanna Bruckmeier, and his wife Mary Schaefer.
WEATHER: Hi 60 / Lo 42, 0% Chance of Rain, 80% Humidity, Wind: 7 mph NNE
REQUESTOR: Vickie King White, Family SPOX
STAGING: 12:00 pm, Thursday, January 4, 2024
Chapel Hill Memorial Park Funeral Home
7735 Gibbs Sprawl Road
San Antonio, Texas 78239
https://goo.gl/maps/PvVo4T8zJinRcD1q6
BRIEFING: 12:15 pm
SERVICE: 1:00 pm
Chapel Hill Memorial Park Funeral Home
7735 Gibbs Sprawl Road
San Antonio, Texas 78239
https://goo.gl/maps/PvVo4T8zJinRcD1q6
KSU: 1:15 pm (Semper Gumby) There will be no LEO Procession.
We will meet them at the shelter at Ft. Sam
INTERMENT: 2:30 pm – Shelter #4 (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: Charles “Music Man” Jones
Cj083206@gmail.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