CONFIRMED: Lois A Matt, Retired, Veteran, US Air Force, Vietnam (8-25) 15 Jan 25
2102 N Loop 1604 E
San Antonio, TX 78232
USA
US AIR FORCE RETIRED VETERAN – VIETNAM WAR
The family of Ms. Lois A Matt, a US Air Force (Ret.) 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.
Major Matt was born in Pittsburgh, PA to parents Joseph and Garnett Matt, née Minebroker. Her parents, sisters Barbara Stotsky and Elizabeth Dix, and brother Joseph Carl preceded her in death. She is survived by her brothers, Ronald (Geraldine), John (Carol) and Arthur (Nancy), Dr. Frances Matt; brother-in-law, Robert Stotsky; and numerous nephews and nieces.
She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh and St. John’s Hospital Nursing Program, later earning a degree in Personnel Management while serving in the USAF.
After joining the USAF Nurse Corps in 1968 she was assigned to MacDill AFB, Florida; RAF Lakenheath AFB, England; and Sheppard AFB, Texas. She graduated from the Flight Nurse Training School at Brooks AFB School of Aerospace Medicine and was assigned to the 903rd Air Evacuation Squadron in Vietnam. She was responsible for standardizing medical evacuation care for all the wounded across all branches of military service. She was awarded the Air Medal with 3 Oak Clusters for flying 130 combat medical casualty missions in Vietnam, the Meritorious Service Medal 3rd Leaf Cluster, the Air Force Commendation Medal with 2nd Leaf Cluster, and Vietnam Defense Medal.
Following her tour in Vietnam she was assigned to Dyess AFB, Texas serving as Nursing Service Educational Director. She was assigned to Wilford Hall Medical Center as the Supervisor of The Pediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care Units. She played a central role in coordinating the clinical training of nursing students from UTHSC and UIW. She was the recipient of the Texas Air Force Nurse of the Year Award. Her military service and honorable accomplishments are documented in records of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery.
Lois was a volunteer in the San Antonio community – serving at the Majestic Theater, the Institute of Texas Cultures, Senior and Special Olympics, San Antonio Conservation Society, and as a reader for Alzheimer’s patients in specialty care units.
Heartfelt thanks are conveyed to the many healthcare providers who supported Lois’ arduous struggles with multiple autoimmune diseases that slowly took over her body. This was believed to be associated with heavy, continuous exposure to Agent Orange while rendering care and transporting battlefield wounded in Vietnam.
In passing from this earth and joining her dearly loved kin, Lois wanted friends and family to be reminded of the quote: “Right now, I am in a different place, and though we seem apart, I’m closer than ever I was, inside your heart.”
WEATHER: Hi 54 / Lo 44, 11 % Chance of Rain, 67 % Humidity, Wind: 6 mph NNE
REQUESTOR: Rashell D Groomer, Family SPOX
STAGING: 8:30 am, Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Porter Loring Mortuaries North
2102 N Loop-1604E
San Antonio, Texas 78232
https://goo.gl/maps/QqJh7Wi49EGft5Zh9
BRIEFING: 8:45 am
HONOR LINE: 9:20 am
**THIS IS A MOTORCYCLE ESCORT ONLY. NO CAGES PLEASE
KSU: 9:30 am (Semper Gumby)
**THE CAGES WILL MEET AT THE SHELTER IN FORT SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY
INTERMENT: 10:15 am – Shelter #2 (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
pgr.lisamenard@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