[2019] Enrique Ramirez, Retired US Army, Korea, Vietnam (21-19) 25 FEB 19

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US ARMY RETIRED
The family of Mr. Enrique T Ramirez, a US Army Veteran Retired, 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.

“My Dad Served Honorably from 1953 to 1974, doing Tours in Korea and Vietnam and Retired from the US Army. He served in the original 11th Airborne, then later in the 82nd Airborne and the 101st Airborne.

He would daily wear his cap with his insignia SP7, His Airborne Wings, and units and the flag. he was proud of his military service as we all are.

Our family are military all the way…. my dad, all his 4 brothers, his 3 sisters having married military men and myself military also, so if possible, the largest turnout possible. he/we loved to see your group when he saw you all escort fellow brothers and sisters of the military during there last trip.”

WEATHER: Hi 69 / Lo 53, 0% chance of rain, 35% Humidity

REQUESTOR: Henry Ramirez Jr, Son

STAGING: 0750 Hours, Monday, February 25, 2019
Castillo Mission Funeral Home
520 N General McMullen Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
https://goo.gl/maps/ZuW5RtZf6p52

BRIEFING: 0800 Hours

HONOR LINE: 0810 Hours

KSU: 0815 Hours (Semper Gumby)

SERVICE: 0900 Hours
St. Luke Catholic Church
4603 Manitou Dr
San Antonio Texas, 78228
https://goo.gl/maps/4W6zwgR96bo

KSU: 1030 Hours (Semper Gumby)

INTERMENT: 1100 Hours Shelter #1
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/ThiWmPirmtr

RC: Juan “Doc” Sanguino
sanguino5366@gmail.com

FC: Danette “Dani” O’Hara
danetteohara@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