CONFIRMED: Ralph Hollar, Veteran US Air Force, Retired SAPD Detective (130-24) 17 JUN 24

When:
June 17, 2024 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
2024-06-17T08:30:00-05:00
2024-06-17T10:30:00-05:00
Where:
Ebb Tide Lounge
2117 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
USA
AIR FORCE VETERAN & RETIRED SAN ANTONIO POLICE DETECTIVE

The family of Mr. Ralph Michael Hollar, a US Air Force Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders at the graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.

Ralph Michael Hollar, passed away at the age of 62, on June 5, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. Ralph, known as “Mike” to many, was born on January 2, 1962 in Covington, Kentucky. Mike, a retired San Antonio Police Department detective dedicated his life to serving his community with honor and integrity. During his distinguished career, Mike was honored with the Purple Heart and received numerous accolades for his service in the U.S. Air Force. He dedicated his life to serving his community and country with honor and bravery. In his retirement, he found joy in fishing, hunting, and camping by the lake.

He is survived by his ex-wife, Tammy Hollar; daughter, Nicole Conrad and her spouse Chase; grandson, Jackson Flores; mother, Rose Marie Hollar; sister, Gayle Hollar; brother, John Hollar and his spouse Robin; nephews, Christopher Hollar, his spouse Shannon, and their children Knox, Everly and Hadley; Nicholas Hollar, his spouse Ashley, and their son Jaxson, Evan Hollar, his spouse Emily, and Bently and Lucas; nieces, Mackenzie Durbin, her spouse Ryan, and their children Sadie and Aria, and Avery Hollar.

A graveside service will be celebrated at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, Texas 78209 on June 17, 2024 at 9:30 A.M. with U.S. Air Force military honors.

Mike believed in giving back to the community and was a regular donor to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in his memory.

WEATHER: Hi 89 / Lo 82, 21% Chance of Rain, 76% Humidity, Wind: 8 mph SE
REQUESTOR:  Alice Torres, Family SPOX

STAGING:  8:30 am, Monday, June 17, 2024
Ebb Tide Lounge
2117 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/4sMDzLt1L3RavAzh7

BRIEFING:  8:45 am

INTERMENT:   9:30 am – Shelter #4
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92

RC:    Lisa “Fancy Pants” Menard
pgr.lisamenard@gmail.com

FC:   Rich “Richie Rich” 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!

4. Cemeteries are hallowed ground. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Show our respect to ALL who are in attendance.

5. If riding/driving a motorcycle on Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, which is located within a Military Installation, you will need to wear closed toe shoes, long sleeve shirt, gloves, DOT approved helmet, eye protection, long pants, and boots/shoes that cover the ankle.

 ***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
Deputy State Captain
San Antonio Patriot Guard
Honor, Dignity, Respect
Cell: (562) 413-2223

bobtxpgr@gmail.com