[2018] Mr. Richard A. Snyder, unaccompanied US Army Vietnam Veteran (3-18) 3 Jan 18
Posted: 29 Dec 2017, 23:14
UNACCOMPANIED / FAMILY LESS VIETNAM VETERAN
At the invitation of the Bexar County Veterans Service Officer, Queta Rodriguez, our presence and participation is requested in the high honor of laying to rest Mr. Richard A. Snyder, an unaccompanied US Army and Vietnam Veteran, in a ceremony commemorating his service. The SAPGR may be asked to serve as family officiate and/or pall bearers at the service.
"Richard A. Snyder served with the 1/69 armor (Black Panthers) attached to the 2nd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division “Tropical Lighting” (or as we knew them then, The Electric Strawberry!), the first armor unit to be sent to the area around Cu Chi, Vietnam. He passed away here in Texas with no know family or friend. I was contacted by the Bastrop Veteran Services Officer and asked if I could arrange for a few Veterans to attend the ceremony at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery."
REQUESTOR: Queta Rodriguez, Bexar Co. Vet. Svc. Off.
STAGING: 1245 Hours, Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Lowe's Home Improvement
1470 Austin Hwy
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/ERgNaKivkcN2
BRIEFING: 1300 Hours
INTERMENT: 1345 Hours (Shelter #3)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92
RC: Juan "Doc" Sanguino
FC: Alice "Cake Lady" Wagener
WEATHER: Hi 55 / Lo 37, 40% chance of rain, 60% Humidity
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.
Respectfully,
Mr. Jean "Dae Wi" Clark
Deputy State Captain
Patriot Guard, San Antonio, TX
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 210-452-2745
At the invitation of the Bexar County Veterans Service Officer, Queta Rodriguez, our presence and participation is requested in the high honor of laying to rest Mr. Richard A. Snyder, an unaccompanied US Army and Vietnam Veteran, in a ceremony commemorating his service. The SAPGR may be asked to serve as family officiate and/or pall bearers at the service.
"Richard A. Snyder served with the 1/69 armor (Black Panthers) attached to the 2nd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division “Tropical Lighting” (or as we knew them then, The Electric Strawberry!), the first armor unit to be sent to the area around Cu Chi, Vietnam. He passed away here in Texas with no know family or friend. I was contacted by the Bastrop Veteran Services Officer and asked if I could arrange for a few Veterans to attend the ceremony at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery."
REQUESTOR: Queta Rodriguez, Bexar Co. Vet. Svc. Off.
STAGING: 1245 Hours, Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Lowe's Home Improvement
1470 Austin Hwy
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/ERgNaKivkcN2
BRIEFING: 1300 Hours
INTERMENT: 1345 Hours (Shelter #3)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92
RC: Juan "Doc" Sanguino
FC: Alice "Cake Lady" Wagener
WEATHER: Hi 55 / Lo 37, 40% chance of rain, 60% Humidity
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.
Respectfully,
Mr. Jean "Dae Wi" Clark
Deputy State Captain
Patriot Guard, San Antonio, TX
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 210-452-2745