[2019] Nick Gawlik Sr., Veteran US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart (115-19) 2 JUL 19

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US NAVY – WWII

The family of Mr. Nick Joseph Gawlik Sr., a US Navy 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.

Nick Joseph Gawlik, Sr. entered peacefully into the Lord’s loving arms on June 21, 2019 at the age of 95 years. He was born April 15, 1924 in Cestohowa, Texas. Nick married his sweetheart Sally Kruciak on June 1 st, 1949, and they were married for 59 years until her passing in April 2009. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Nick is survived by daughters Angela and husband James K Richter Jr., Gail and husband Richard Murray, Judy and husband Robert Brandt Jr., and son Nick Jr. and wife Nicole Gawlik, grandchildren and great granddaughters, Kelly and Josh Cross, Andrew Richter, Lisa, Michael and Emmalee Capps, Chris, Lindsey and Quinn Murray, Rebecca and Stefan Arias, Rachel Brandt, Callan Gawlik and Lilian Kate Gawlik.

Nick was a WWII Navy veteran who earned a purple heart and other medals for injuries he sustained while serving during the Pacific Theater War at Iwo Jima. Nick was founding member of Holy Name Catholic Church. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus #4315 and RVOS insurance board member. Nick was an avid gardener. He took pride in his pecan, fruit trees and all his vegetables. He loved hunting, fishing and beekeeping. Nick enjoyed spending time at his farm in Poth, Texas raising his cattle and sheep. Nick retired from Fredrich’s Air Conditioning after 40 years of service. He enjoyed spending his Tuesday evenings at the Knights of Columbus working bingo. The family has fond memories of Nick playing Santa every year during their family gatherings and his volunteer organizations Christmas gatherings.

The family would like to thank Nick’s devoted caregivers through the years, especially Bea Warren his first caregiver, the current staff at Sonterra Health Care, and previous caregivers too numerous to mention over the past four years.

WEATHER: Hi 89 / Lo 73, 40% Chance of Rain, 70% Humidity

REQUESTOR: Gail Murray, Daughter

STAGING: 0800 Hours, Tuesday, July 2, 2019
Holy Name Catholic Church
3814 Nash Blvd.
San Antonio, Texas 78223
https://goo.gl/maps/2vLE7MxY2g9ebvrX8

BRIEFING: 0815 Hours

SERVICE: 0900 Hours
Holy Name Catholic Church
3814 Nash Blvd.
San Antonio, Texas 78223
https://goo.gl/maps/2vLE7MxY2g9ebvrX8

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: Pete “Sea Dog” Johnson
pfjohn127@gmail.com

FC: Juan “Mr. T” Tarango
juantarango16@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