CONFIRMED: Richard Juarez, Veteran, US Army, Korea (43-24) 16 Feb 24
3401 Cherry Ridge Dr
San Antonio, TX 78230
USA
US ARMY VETERAN – KOREAN WAR
The family of Mr. Richard Juarez, 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.
Richard Nino Juarez, 89, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2024, at his home with wife and children. Richard was born on September 9, 1934, to Antonio and Enriqueta Nino Juarez. His final days were spent surrounded by his devoted wife, sons, daughters, and family at his side.
He is a graduate of Fox Tech class of 1953. He was a Lt. Colonel in the R.O.T.C. He continued his education at St. Mary’s University and was in the Marion Guard Drill Team.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army 503rd Airborne Regimental Combat Team in Fort Campbell, Kentucky and with the 22nd Infantry Division in Germany during the Korean War. Upon return from military service, he married his loving wife Cecilia on January 27, 1957.
During his 32 years of Civil Service at Kelly Air Force Base. He served in the Directorate of Material Management in logistics with the Headquarters Air Force Commissary Service, Directorate of Strategic Plans and Analysis, as a Management Analyst.
He served as club President and Lt. Governor with the Northside Optimist International Club. He was a member of the St. Luke’s Men’s Club and served as the President of St. Luke’s St. Vincent De Paul Society. He was a Legislative Advocate for his Community. He loved to play golf, hunt, fishing, and barbecue.
He was preceded in death by his parents Antonio and Enriqueta Nino Juarez, and sister Lidia Gibson.
He is survived by his wife Cecilia, sons Jerry Juarez, David Juarez, daughters Maricel, her husband Christopher Zachman, Norma Juarez (James Sheerin). Grandchildren: Jennifer Butler (Dallas), Kristin Zachman, Philip Zachman (Natalie), Abilene Thayer (Josh) and Austin Benavides. Great grandchildren: Jack Butler, Liberty Butler, Luke Butler. Michaela Zachman, Margaret Zachman, Philip John Zachman and Tristan Thayer.
He is also survived by his sister Irma J. Teniente, two nephews (Tony Gibson, Tommy Teniente) and four nieces (Linda Gang, Patricia Baraty, Laura Kessler, Kathy Teniente).
WEATHER: Hi 61 / Lo 53, 64 % Chance of Rain, 94 % Humidity, Wind: 9 mph E
REQUESTOR: Norma Juarez, Daughter
STAGING: 11:00 am, Friday, February 16, 2024
Mission Park Funeral Chapels (North)
3401 Cherry Ridge Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78230
https://goo.gl/maps/ PXSedUNBL8M2
BRIEFING: 11:15 am
SERVICE: 12:00 pm
Mission Park Funeral Chapels (North)
3401 Cherry Ridge Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78230
https://goo.gl/maps/ PXSedUNBL8M2
KSU: 12:30 pm (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 1:15 pm – Shelter #3 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/kQ68VALuUAptXpgS9
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