CONFIRMED: Louis Salinas, Retired, Veteran, US Navy/Coast Guard (20-26) 5 Feb 26
2117 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
USA
US NAVY/COAST GUARD RETIRED VETERAN
The family of Mr. Louis Salinas, a US Navy/Coast Guard (Ret.) Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
Louis Salinas, born on 12/3/1937 in Asherton, TX, passed away on 1/25/2026.
He was a profound patriot and loved his country. Louis served 3 1/2 years in the Navy followed by 20 1/2 years in the Coast Guard before he retired.
His second love was his family. His 3rd and newest love was for God. He was recently baptized and became a member of ACTS Church in Alice, TX. He was an aviation mechanic and airplane safety inspector, and did search and rescue. After retiring he drove big rigs for the oil industry and worked for Boeing. Louis was a Patriot Guard Rider in his later years. Louis was kind hearted, old fashioned, sometimes stubborn in his ways, but also had a playful nature. He was smart, creative, an excellent carpenter, and handyman. He loved his family and friends and riding his Harley.
Louis is preceded in death by his wife Loretta Sue Salinas, his first wife, Barbara Bates Salinas, parents Maximiliano and Manuela Salinas, his sisters Emma Aday, Alice Ferguson, Julie Giaconi and Conchita Salinas and his brother, Robert Salinas.
He is survived by his brother Max Salinas of Houston, his children Paul Salinas, Julie Salinas, Patty (Mark) Alvarado, Daniel Salinas (Ron Eich), Teresa Martinez, and Max (Amy) Salinas, 10 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and friends.
***THE FAMILY WILL MEET US AT THE STAGING LOCATION***
WEATHER: Hi 53 / Lo 41, 17 % Chance of Rain, 71 % Humidity, Wind: 9 mph NNE
REQUESTOR: Patty Alvarado, Daughter
STAGING: 9:30 am, Thursday, February 5, 2026
Ebb Tide Lounge
2117 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/4sMDzLt1L3RavAzh7
BRIEFING: 9:45 am
KSU: 10:00 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 10:30 am – Shelter #3 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92
RC: Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
bobtxpgr@gmail.com
FC: Richard “Bean” Sandoval
Richardsandoval196@hotmail.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