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[2018] Joe Castellanos, Veteran US Army, WWII (81-18) 24 MAY 18

Posted: 18 May 2018, 00:14
by sgtmack
WWII VETERAN

The family of Mr. Joe Castellanos, a US Army and WWII Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the services, LEO supported procession and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one.

"Mr. Castellanos was part of the Greatest Generation the world had known. He fought for the liberation of the Philippines and saved lives during the Battle of Okinawa as a combat medic. Joe is my hero and someone who I admire and can only hope to fill his shoes one day."

https://www.ksat.com/news/military/100- ... -by-family

WEATHER: Hi 96 / Lo 71, 20% chance of rain, 54% Humidity

REQUESTOR: Marcus De La Fuentes, Grandson

STAGING: 1100 Hours, Thursday, May 24, 2018
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
618 S. Grimes St.
San Antonio, Tx 78203
https://goo.gl/maps/ejTW4GTfrvK2

BRIEFING: 1115 Hours

SERVICES: 1200 Hours

KSU: 1300 Hours (Semper Gumby)

INTERMENT: 1330 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
sanguino5366@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