CONFIRMED: Maynard Hayes, Retired, Veteran, US Air Force, Vietnam Era (6-24) 5 Jan 24
625 Kitty Hawk Rd
Universal City, TX 78148
USA
US AIR FORCE RETIRED VETERAN – VIETNAM ERA
The family of Mr. Maynard Hayes, 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.
Maynard George “Bud” Hayes, age 80, of Schertz, Texas passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023. Bud was born on December 24th, 1942, in White Salmon, Washington, to William and Mildred (Draine) Hayes. The youngest of three siblings, with an older brother, Dick, and sister, Darla, he spent his early years in Wyoming and Montana, eventually graduating from Clyde Park High School in 1961. Bud initially aimed to become a veterinarian but shifted gears in 1961, joining the US Air Force. His early military service involved working as Security Police, stationed at various bases such as Weathersfield, Mildenhall, and Lakenheath in England. Later, he transitioned into Manpower, serving at locations like Dover, Delaware; Anchorage, Alaska; the Air Force Academy in Colorado; Alconbury A.F.B. in England; and Randolph Air Force Base in Texas.
During his time in Weathersfield, Bud met Jean, his first wife, with whom he had two children, Billy, and Tracy. In 1972, while stationed in Alaska, Bud married his second wife, Sherry, and together they had four children: Scott, Richard, Thomas, and Erin. While in England, Bud and Sherry met and “adopted” Maria. Bud married his third wife, Cheryl, in 1989, expanding his family with Cheryl’s daughter, Danielle.
Bud concluded his military career as a Chief Master Sergeant in 1989. Post-military life saw him briefly working as a probation officer and Middle School teacher before venturing into a successful carpentry career, eventually leading to the ownership of his own trim carpentry business. Bud officially retired in 2015, at the age of 73.
Bud was an extremely generous and compassionate man — who never met a stranger — and was always eager to help a friend in need. He actively participated in his children’s extracurricular activities, coaching little league teams for almost two decades — assisting with the BVYA, and being the maestro of the concession stand — as well as volunteering in various roles during his children’s school years.
Bud was also known as a great communicator — from debriefing Generals, and other high-ranking brass, while in the Air Force, to writing short stories, or the endless stories and jokes he would entertain his family and friends with. He also enjoyed many callings with the LDS church — as Attendance Clerk, working with the church’s Boy Scout troop, teaching Sunday School, working with the Young Men’s group, and serving as a Home Teacher.
Bud was preceded in death by his parents and brother. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl; 8 children – Billy, Tracy, Maria (Mark), Scott (Lisa), Richard (Rebecca), Danielle, Thomas (Christine), and Erin (Mike); 15 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; as well as his sister, Darla, and sister-in-law, Betty.
WEATHER: Hi 63 / Lo 44, 27% Chance of Rain, 91% Humidity, Wind: 11 mph E
REQUESTOR: Jeramie Garcia, Family SPOX
STAGING: 10:00 am, Friday, January 5, 2024
Colonial Funeral Home
625 Kitty Hawk Road
Universal City, Texas 78148
https://goo.gl/maps/yhnaqjtM o8Q2
BRIEFING: 10:15 am
SERVICE: 11:00 am
Colonial Funeral Home
625 Kitty Hawk Road
Universal City, Texas 78148
https://goo.gl/maps/yhnaqjtM o8Q2
KSU: 12:30 pm (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 1:30 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: Juan “Mr. T” Tarango
juantarango16@yahoo.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