CONFIRMED: Rudy Moreno, Veteran US Army (146-24) 16 JUL 24

Calendar

When:

July 16, 2024 @ 8:00 am – 12:15 pm

2024-07-16T08:00:00-05:00

2024-07-16T12:15:00-05:00

Where:

Castillo Funeral Home
520 N General McMullen Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
USA

Honor Mission

US ARMY – VIETNAM ERA

The family of Mr. Rudy Luna Moreno, a US Army Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders in the funeral home service, with LEO supported procession and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.

Rudy proudly served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1974, Rudy led an adventurous life, spending nine fulfilling years in California. He maintained a strong work ethic as a truck driver for North American Transportation Services, providing for his family diligently. Beyond his professional life, Rudy found solace in the sandy beaches of California, fishing, music, and the TV show “M*A*S*H”. He was a devoted father, a loving grandparent, and a caring great-grandparent.

Rudy is preceded in death by his mother, Ruby Luna Moreno; father, Santos ‘P’ Moreno; brothers, Ruben Luna Moreno, Robert Arnold Moreno, Santos Moreno Jr, and Ricardo Luna Moreno; sisters, Rosemary Luna Love and Rubina Moreno Brown; grandson, Robert Moreno; great-grandson, Ryan Rodriguez, and other great-grandchildren who departed too soon.

He leaves behind his daughter, Linda Moreno; sons, Rudy Moreno and Ruben Moreno; grandchildren, Angela Castro, David Villarreal Jr, Rudy Moreno, Pauline Moreno, Ariana Rodriguez, Matthew Gonzales, Gabriel Moreno, Deven Castillo, Hazel Zepeda, Christopher Moreno, Nathan Flores, and Brandon Flores; brothers, Ralph Luna Moreno and Roy Michael Moreno; sisters, Rita Tina Colman and Rachel Luna Sanchez; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of extended family & friends.

WEATHER: Hi 93 / Lo 86, 4% Chance of Rain, 63% Humidity, Wind: 8 mph SSE

REQUESTOR: Alma Rodriguez, Family SPOX

STAGING: 8:00 am, Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Castillo Funeral Home
520 N. General McMullen
San Antonio, Texas 78228
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ww4AGekUZ8deZseM8

BRIEFING: 8:15 am

SERVICE: 9:00 am
Castillo Funeral Home
520 N. General McMullen
San Antonio, Texas 78228
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ww4AGekUZ8deZseM8

KSU: 10:30 am (Semper Gumby)

INTERMENT: 11:15 am – Shelter #3
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92

RC: Pete “Sea Dog” Johnson
pfjohn127@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!

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