CONFIRMED: US Army Sergeant Moses Sonera, HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO) (143-26) 22 Aug 26
9071 FM467
Seguin, TX 78155
USA
HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO)
The presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders have been requested to take part in this joyous event. We have been asked to ride in a LEO supported procession and stand a Flag Line for the veterans and family to participate in the opening ceremony presented by Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). This ceremony will begin the process of building a specially adapted mortgage free home for US Army Sergeant Moses Sonera.
A father of two when he enlisted in the military in 1998, Moses Sonera joined the Army to provide for his family.
On March 30, 2004, Sergeant Sonera was serving as a combat engineer with the 65th Engineer Battalion, 25th Infantry Division in Kirkuk, Iraq, when he was injured in a mortar attack, resulting in severe damage to his left foot, tinnitus, and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Moses was medically evacuated to Landstuhl, Germany, before transferring stateside for lengthy stays in numerous hospitals. After a year of limb salvage treatment, his left leg was amputated below the knee.
Moses and his wife, Maria, are proud parents to Moses Jr., Melany, Maria, and Matthew. They enjoy attending church and spending time together as a family. A specially adapted custom HFOT home with pull-down shelving in the kitchen and roll-under access to the sink, stove, and countertops will allow him to cook safely and easily. “If I’m in my wheelchair and I need to use the kitchen, I will be able to do more cooking,” Moses says.
Originally from Puerto Rico, Moses is choosing to build his home in Texas for the close-knit community and rural landscape.
Moses would like to thank HFOT donors and supporters for their support. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my life better.”
WEATHER: Hi 94 / Lo 77, 0 % Chance of Rain, 91 % Humidity, Wind: 2 mph SSW
REQUESTOR: Shannon Fuller, Event Coordinator
STAGING: 9:00 am, Saturday, August 22, 2026
Olmos Icehouse
9071 FM 467
Seguin, Texas 78155
https://maps.app.goo.gl/dbQfU5MhvwjUAADU8
BRIEFING: 9:15 am
KSU: 9:45 am (Semper Gumby) “Wait for the call from the Event Coordinator”
CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 10:00 am
Christ Lutheran Church
3305 Church Road
Seguin, Texas 78155
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RdBqvoWsvgnu15Kj8
RC: Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
bobtxpgr@gmail.com
FC: Alice “Cake Lady” Wagener
hwagener@sbcglobal.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!
***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