Confirmed: Ricardo Esquivel, Veteran US Army, Vietnam (42-25) 27 FEB 25

The family of Mr. Ricardo (Richard) Esquivel, 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.
Ricardo “Richard” Antonio Esquivel entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the age of 73 years.
Richard was born on December 4th, 1951, in Eagle Pass, Texas. In 1973, Richard met Lety Flores in Eagle Pass and were married at St. Sebastian Church in Dearborn Hts. Michigan in 1975. Richard and Lety went on to have 3 children and 10 grandchildren, Gabriel (Kathy, Gabriel Jr, Michael, Anthony, and Stephen), Ricardo II (Ysabel, Maribel, and Ricardo III), and Dr. Sophia McCance (Nate, Rubi, Jackson, and Scarlett).
Richard was a dedicated son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. His loyalty and integrity to those he loved was unwavering. His fierce devotion in acts of service will live on forever in the memories of those he loved as well as the community in which he lived.
He was a proud Vietnam Veteran with the U.S. Army bravely serving “boots on ground” behind enemy lines from 1970, to 1973. He served his country with pride.
In 2007 Richard retired from the United States Postal Service and spent his time with the Vietnam Veterans of America post 366, beautifying his neighborhood, serving the society of St. Vincent de Paul through St. Benedict church. He enjoyed fishing, hiking, camping, and spending time with his grandchildren. His hobbies include billiards where he was a known pool shark and was a certified YouTube mechanic.

WEATHER: Hi 71 / Lo 49, 0 % Chance of Rain, 64 % Humidity, Wind: 6 mph NNE

REQUESTOR:  Ray Montez, Family SPOX

STAGING:  10:30 am, Thursday, February 27, 2025
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Catholic Church
1314 Fair Avenue
San Antonio, Texas 78223
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BRIEFING:  10:45 am

SERVICE:  11:30 am
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Catholic Church
1314 Fair Avenue
San Antonio, Texas 78223
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KSU:  12:30 pm (Semper Gumby)

INTERMENT:   1:15 pm – Shelter #2 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
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RC:   Lisa “Fancy Pants” Menard
pgr.lisamenard@gmail.com

FC:   Rich “Richie Rich” Pachecano
rich@pachecano.net

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.