EXTREMELY SHORT NOTICE: CONFIRMED: Roy Gallegos, Veteran, US Army, Retired Law Enforcement (37-24) 6 Feb 24

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When:

February 6, 2024 @ 9:45 am – 11:45 am

2024-02-06T09:45:00-06:00

2024-02-06T11:45:00-06:00

Where:

Ebb Tide Lounge
2117 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
USA

Honor Mission

EXTREMELY SHORT NOTICE
US ARMY VETERAN – RETIRED LAW ENFORCEMENT

The family of Mr. Roy Gallegos, a US Army Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders at the graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.

Roy M. Gallegos, age 66 passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Roy was born on September 3, 1957, to Ruben V. Gallegos and Frances Calderoni. Mr. Gallegos was a proud Army Veteran. Mr. Gallegos retired from the Fayetteville Police Department in North Carolina; he used to be a police detective. He belonged to the following organizations; The Knights of Columbus, DAV, and the American Legion. He loved fishing as well as working on cars. His family and friends considered him a great cook; he would cook breakfast for his brothers. Roy loved cooking menudo for his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents; Ruben (San Antonio), and Frances Gallegos (Lovelady, TX); brother Jesse Gallegos; sisters Rosie, Betty, and Linda.

Roy is survived by his wife Mirela Gallegos; children Selina Gallegos, Sofia Gallegos, Roy Gallegos Jr.; granddaughter Rene Willow; brothers Ruben, George, Bobby; sisters Yolanda, Lisa, and many nieces and nephews.

Roy will be missed by those who knew him.

WEATHER: Hi 69 / Lo 45, 0 % Chance of Rain, 100 % Humidity, Wind: 4 mph N

REQUESTOR: Michael Lopez, Son

STAGING: 9:45 am, Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Ebb Tide Lounge
2117 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/4sMDzLt1L3RavAzh7

BRIEFING: 10:00 am

KSU: 10:30 am (Semper Gumby)

INTERMENT: 10:45 am – Shelter #5
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92

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!

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