SHORT NOTICE: CONFIRMED: Paul Joseph Gustowski, Veteran, US Air Force, Vietnam Era (248-25) 23 Dec 25
14714 Edgemont St
San Antonio, TX 78247
USA
“SHORT NOTICE”
US AIR FORCE VETERAN – VIETNAM ERA
The family of Mr. Paul Joseph Gustowski, a US Air Force Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the services, and the NON – LEO supported procession, and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
Paul Joseph Gustowski, a resident of San Antonio, Texas, since 1975, died peacefully, returning to his Holy Father on December 16, 2025. He was born in Worcester, Massachusetts on June 22, 1947.
He joined the United States Air Force in 1968 and proudly served his country until 1978. He married Marie Antionette Duenas in 1972.
Paul was a life-long learner, returning to college at Texas Lutheran University on the GI bill in 1978, then earned an executive Masters of Business Administration from Our Lady of the Lake University. He then went on to become a Deacon in 2001 and has served at St. Helena’s Parish since ordination.
His faith was the world to him and sharing it and serving others was his passion. He adored St. Helena’s, and cherished each liturgical service, baptism, wedding, and funeral, honoring every person he was privileged to interact with. He also loved playing the piano, playing golf and telling a great joke.
Paul is survived by his wife of 53 years, Marie Gustowski, his daughter Tina Gustowski and her son Andrew, his daughter Sharon Gustowski, and his son Paul Thomas Gustowski and his wife, Ashley and their three children, James, Mazzy, and Issac. He is also survived by his two sisters, Claire Shepard (David Fortney) and Carol Mahoney (Dennis). He was preceded in death by his parents, Stasia and Chester Gustowski, and his sister, Ann Trotta.
WEATHER: Hi 80 / Lo 64, 0 % Chance of Rain, 97 % Humidity, Wind: 5 mph S
REQUESTOR: Sharon Gustowski, Daughter
STAGING: 9:00 am, Tuesday, December 23, 2025
St. Helena Catholic Church
14714 Edgemont Street
San Antonio, Texas 78247
https://goo.gl/maps/2EBmhxhV5jaLVxSG7
BRIEFING: 9:15 am
SERVICE: 10:00 am
St. Helena Catholic Church
14714 Edgemont Street
San Antonio, Texas 78247
https://goo.gl/maps/2EBmhxhV5jaLVxSG7
KSU: 11:00 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 12:00 pm
Holy Cross Cemetery
17501 Nacogdoches Road
San Antonio, Texas 78266
https://goo.gl/maps/nPgfS17sau82
RC: Juan “Doc” Sanguino
sanguino5366@gmail.com
FC: Charles “Music Man” Jones
Cj083206@gmail.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