[2018] Mr. Andrew Covarrubias, US Army and Vietnam Veteran (26-18) 12 Feb 18

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VIETNAM VETERAN

The family of Mr. Andrew Covarrubias, a US Army and Vietnam Veteran, requests the attendance and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders at the graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one.

"He was a Vietnam veteran who proudly served in the U.S. Army with the 11th Infantry Brigade; he also served in the Air Force Reserves. In 2008 he retired from his 40-year Civil Service career. Mr. Covarrubias traveled the globe finally settling down in Hutto, Texas where he was an active 3rd Degree member of the St. Patrick Knights of Columbus, Council 12927, he was also a 4th Degree member of the St. Kateri Tekakwitha ASM 3229 Knights of Columbus. He was a member of HCPAAA, a member of the Royal Dragoon Guards, and a valued member of the community."

Services will be held on 8 February 2018 in Hutto, Texas and attended by Austin PGR. The SA PGR will greet the family and stand honors at FSHNC

http://www.beckchapels.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=2067408

WEATHER: Hi 64 / Lo 48, 10% chance of rain, 61% Humidity

REQUESTOR: Mark Wells, TX PGR, DSC, AUSTIN
mwells2@austin.rr.com

STAGING: 1015 Hours, Monday, February 12, 2018
Lowe's Home Improvement
1470 Austin Hwy
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/ERgNaKivkcN2

BRIEFING: 1030 Hours

INTERMENT: 1115 Hours (Shelter #2)
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/Q9DUsYSBUS92

RC: Pete "SeaDog" Johnson
pfjohn127@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.

Respectfully,

Mr. Jean "Dae Wi" Clark
Deputy State Captain
Patriot Guard, San Antonio, TX
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 210-452-2745