SHORT NOTICE: CONFIRMED: Blas Zuniga Jr., Retired, Veteran, US Army (150-23) 3 Jul 23
2200 W Martin St
San Antonio, TX 78207
USA
“SHORT NOTICE”
US ARMY RETIRED VETERAN
The family of Mr. Blas Zuniga Jr., a US Army (Ret.) 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.
Blas Zuniga Jr., was born June 18, 1960 in San Antonio, Texas to Blas Zuniga Sr. and Celia Zuniga. Blas went to pass on his 63rd birthday June 18, 2023.
Blas proudly served his country for 33 years in the United States Army. He retired in 2011 as a SPC E4. He was loved by many and had a kind and loving heart and loved his family tremendously.
He was predeceased by his father, Blas Zuniga Sr. and his stepdaughter Lisa Ann Browning and his grandparents.
He is survived by his wife Diana Zuniga, mother Celia Zuniga, his sons Blas Zuniga III and Ernest Zuniga, stepson David Riojas, daughter Tiffany Zuniga, and stepdaughter Jeannette Solano, his great granddaughter Leyna Garcia, his brothers Johnny Zuniga, and Alfonso Zuniga and sister Isabel Zuniga and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
WEATHER: Hi 95 / Lo 78, 0% Chance of Rain, 88% Humidity, Wind: 7 mph SSE
REQUESTOR: Diana Zuniga, Wife
STAGING: 10:30 am, Monday, July 3, 2023
Delgado Funeral Home
2200 W Martin
San Antonio, Texas 78207
https://goo.gl/maps/E7HTZdePpZ3EgmLr8
BRIEFING: 10:45 am
SERVICE: 11:30 am
Delgado Funeral Home
2200 W Martin
San Antonio, Texas 78207
https://goo.gl/maps/E7HTZdePpZ3EgmLr8
KSU: 12:45 pm (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 1:45 pm – Shelter #5 (Call to Verify)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/kQ68VALuUAptXpgS9
RC: Juan “Mr. T” Tarango
juantarango16@yahoo.com
FC: Rich “Pach” Pachecano
rich@pachecano.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