CONFIRMED: Raul Villar, Veteran, US Army, WWII (197-24) 4 Oct 24
1710 Clower
San Antonio, TX 78201
USA
US ARMY VETERAN – WWII
The family of Mr. Raul Villar, a US Army 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.
Raul Villar, Sr. was called to be with the Lord on September 14, 2024, at the age of 97. Raul was born in San Antonio, Texas to Luciano and Juana Villar on January 4, 1927. He attended Lanier High School in San Antonio and met his sweetheart Mary when he was only 16 and she was 15. He married Mary on April 5, 1948, in San Antonio, Texas and together they raised seven children. He worked as a Sheetmetal Welder for Kelly Air Force Base for 32 years before retiring in 1988.
He was a veteran of World War II and served in both the Army and Navy.
Raul is preceded in death by his wife, Mary and his son, Manuel. Raul and Mary had just celebrated their 75th anniversary before she passed away in April of 2023.
Raul is survived by his children Sylvia Ramirez, Raul Villar, Jr., Rosalinda Ramos and her husband George, Paul Villar, Debra Villar, and Melinda Lozano and her husband Edgar; and grandchildren, John Ramirez, Andy Ramirez, Tanatha Villar, Melissa Villar, Valerie Villar, Paul Villar, Jr., Christopher Villar, Joseph Moncada, Giselle Lozano and Matthew Lozano as well as numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Ricky Villar and his wife, Hortense, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Raul was devoted to the Virgen de Guadalupe and the Virgen de San Juan and would often travel to the Shrine of the Virgen de San Juan in McAllen, Texas to pray for family and those around him. Raul was rich in his faith, and he never missed a day of prayer. He and his wife, Mary, would visit their favorite churches every Wednesday and then they would go to lunch afterwards. It is a ritual they did on a weekly basis.
In his later years, Raul enjoyed time at home with his wife and family, especially the holidays when everyone would gather. At the end of the evening, he would always announce he was going to bed and would tell everyone goodnight before he went to lay down. Raul will be remembered for being a wonderful father, grandfather, provider, mentor and most importantly, a devoted husband. Although our hearts are broken that he is no longer with us, we will forever hold him in our hearts until the day when we meet again. He will be truly missed by his family.
WEATHER: Hi 92 / Lo 74, 0 % Chance of Rain, 78 % Humidity, Wind: 4 mph N
REQUESTOR: Joseph Lopez, Family SPOX
STAGING: 9:00 am, Friday, October 4, 2024
St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church
1710 Clower Street
San Antonio, Texas 78201
https://goo.gl/maps/qUnh9fyGg8HFxEJd8
BRIEFING: 9:15 am
SERVICE: 10:00 am
St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church
1710 Clower Street
San Antonio, Texas 78201
https://goo.gl/maps/qUnh9fyGg8HFxEJd8
KSU: 11:00 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 11:30 am – Shelter #3 (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
FC: Charles “Music Man” Jones
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