[2018] Joe Ybarra, Veteran US Army (191-18) 13 DEC 18

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US ARMY


The family of Mr. Joe P. Ybarra, a US Army Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders at the services, LEO supported procession, and graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one.
Joe P. Ybarra, age 67, of San Antonio, passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2018. He was born on September 24, 1951 to the late Enemencio and Maria (Pruneda) Ybarra. He graduated from Edgewood High School in 1970. He graduated from San Antonio Community College and was currently a senior at St. Mary’s University, majoring in art.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He retired from the dental lab at the Veterans Administration Hospital after 40 years of dedicated service; where he received many letters of Merit and Accolades for his talents in dental and facial prosthetics; including special recognition for having saved several lives due to his training in CPR.

He enjoyed painting and was a member of the San Antonio Art Gallery, he loved listening to music on his large vinyl collection, entertaining and barbecuing with family and friends, playing basketball and watching the San Antonio Spurs and The Dallas Cowboys, camping and spending time outdoors in nature.

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. The memories of Joe will be cherished forever, he touched the lives of many and impacted everyone he knew.

He is preceded in death by his sister, Julia Vela; and his brother, Esmeraldo Ybarra.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Dora Alicia Ybarra, of San Antonio; children, Joe Anthony Ybarra, Daniel (Esmeralda) Anthony Ybarra, Jennifer Ann Ybarra, Benjamin Anthony Ybarra, all of San Antonio; grandchildren, Kennedi, Daniel, Darrien, Yazmine, Luke, Gianna, Emma, Arriela, Jadon, Troy; siblings, Jesse (Rosa) Ybarra, Celia Martinez, Enemencio (Alicia) Ybarra, Irma (Roman) Aguirre, Ramiro (Sandra) Ybarra, Augustina (Mario) Reyes; numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and many close friends he considered family.

WEATHER: Hi 70 / Lo 59, 0% chance of rain, 42% Humidity



REQUESTOR: Benny Hernandez – Son-in-Law



STAGING: 0730 Hours, Thursday, December 13, 2018

St Mary’s University Guadalupe Chapel

522 Fordham or 36th Street Entrance

San Antonio, TX 78228

https://goo.gl/maps/iLDknRnEouR2



BRIEFING: 0745 Hours



SERVICE: 0830 Hours

St Mary’s University Guadalupe Chapel

522 Fordham or 36th Street Entrance

San Antonio, TX 78228

https://goo.gl/maps/iLDknRnEouR2



KSU: 1000 Hours (Semper Gumby)



INTERMENT: 1030 Hours Shelter #3

Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery

1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd

San Antonio, TX 78209

https://goo.gl/maps/ThiWmPirmtr



RC: Juan “Mr. T” Tarango
juantarango16@yahoo.com



FC: Martin “Sojo” Sojourner
silveradochevyss@yahoo.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!

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.

***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
Deputy State Captain
San Antonio Patriot Guard
Honor, Dignity, Respect
Cell: (562) 413-2223
bobtxpgr@gmail.com