PGRSTX MISSIONS

Patriot Guard

CURRENT MISSIONS OR EVENTS
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Monday May 4, 2026

Funeral Service Escort and Flag Line

James Michael Gannon US Navy Veteran

Corpus Christi, Texas

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. James Michael Gannon, US Navy Veteteran

Regards,

Shane Gallaugher
Lead Ride Captain PGRSTX
sdgallaugher.rc@pgrstx.com
361.446.5087

Monday April 27, 2026

Funeral Service and Flag Line

Hilario Nayola, US Army Veteran

Corpus Christi, Texas

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Hilario Nayola, US Army Veteteran

Regards,

Samuel F Ramirez
Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
361.742.9879

Wednesday April 22, 2026

Funeral Service and Flag Line

Rene De Los Santos US Army Vietnam War Veteran

Alice and Corpus Christi, Texas

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Rene De Los Santos, US Army Vietnam War Veteteran

Mr. De Los Santos valor earned him numerous honors, including the GCMDL 1st Award, SPS M-14, VCM, and VSM medals, along with two O/S Bars.

Regards,

Samuel F Ramirez
Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
361.742.9879

Thursday April 16, 2026

Funeral Service and Flag Line

David Clayton Waggoner, US Army Vietnam War Veteran

Corpus Christi, Texas

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. David Clayton Waggner, US Army Vietnam War Veteteran

Regards,

Samuel F Ramirez
Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
361.742.9879

Wednesday April 15, 2026

Funeral Service and Flag Line

Jose Solis Sr., Korean War Veteran

Corpus Christi, Texas

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Jose Solis Sr., Korean War Veteteran

Regards,

Samuel F Ramirez
Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
361.742.9879

Friday April 10, 2026

Funeral Service and Flag Line - Unaccompanied

William Adrian Shepherd, US Army Veteran

Corpus Christi, Texas

  • Mission 1 of 2

    • Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been invited to attend the Unaccompanied burial of SP4 William Adrain Shepherd US Army Veteran

    Specialist WILLIAM ADRIAN SHEPHERD, proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Corrections Specialist (MOS: 95C20). He was Honorably Discharged after serving from September 28,1972 to September 29, 1974.

    Regards,

    Shane Gallaugher
    Lead Ride Captain PGRSTX
    sdgallaugher.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.446.5087

    Friday April 10, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Dick C Hoskins Vietnam War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

  • Mission 2 of 3

    • Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Dick C Hoskins, US Army Vietnam War Veteran. Mr. Hoskins was a Bronce Star Recepient.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Friday April 10, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Raymond Acosta Bazaldua US Air Force Vietnam War Era Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

  • Mission 3 of 3

    • Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Raymond Acosta Bazaldua, US Air Force Vietnam War Era Veteran.

    Mr. Raymond Acosta Bazaldua Served in the Air Force from 65-73. He was deployed to Europe.This will be a cremation

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Thursday April 2, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Ronald Van Mathis Sr., US Army Vietnam War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr.Ronald Van Mathis Sr (Pointy Boots) US Army Vietnam Veteran

    Mr. Mathis honorably served his country as an infantry member in the United States Army during Vietnam.

    Regards,

    Shane Gallaugher
    Lead Ride Captain PGRSTX
    sdgallaugher.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.446.5087

    Friday March 27, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line - Unaccompanied

    Pamela Sue Lundmark, US Navy Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Ms. Pamela Sue Lundmark, US Navy Veteran

    Airman Apprentice LUNDMARK, proudly served in the U.S. Navy as an (Aviation) Electrical / Mechanical Equipment Repairman (NEC: AA-9760). She served from February 13, 1976 to August 17, 1976, and was Honorably Discharged.

    Regards,

    Shane Gallaugher
    Lead Ride Captain PGRSTX
    sdgallaugher.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.446.5087

    Thursday March 26, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Celestino Soto, US Navy Korea and Vietnam War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr Celestino Soto, Korean War and Vietnam War Veteran.

    Mr. Soto enlisted in the United States Navy, February 1952. He served in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and subsequently attained the rank of Boilerman Chief Petty Officer. He retired from active-duty service, December 1971.

    Mr. Soto rejoined the Navy as a civilian employee in 1972 as a Boiler Plant Operator in the Utilities Division, Public Works Department. In January 1974, he was promoted to Sewage Disposal Plant Operator and again promoted in October 1974 to Sr. Sewage Disposal Plant Operator. And in 1980, he was promoted to Head of the Generation and Distribution Branch. Overall, Mr. Soto worked for the U.S. Navy as an enlisted officer for 20 years and as a Naval Civil Servant for almost 23 years.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Tuesday March 24, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Donald Edsel Rafn US Army Korean War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Donald Edsel Rafn US Army Korean War Veteran.

    Mr. Rafn served with honor in the United States Army, where he achieved the rank of Corporal (T). His military tenure during the Korean conflict earned him the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, and the Second Korean Winter Campaign Medal.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Friday March 20, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Jeffrey F Arntz, US Coast Guard and US Army Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Jeffrey F Arntz, USCG and US Army Veteran.

    Mr. Arntz proudly served in the U.S. Coast Guard and Retired from the U.S. Army at the rank of CW2. He was actively leading the local Coast Guard Auxiliary where he was committed to safety and education.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Thursday March 19, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Higinio "Chico" Flores III, US Army Vietnam War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Higinio "Chico" Flores III, US Army Vietbam War Veteran.

    Mr. Flores was drafted into the United States Army. He served his country with honor as a member of the 1st Cavalry Division often referred to as "the headhunters". His loyalty, diligence, and devotion to duty in a counterinsurgency environment earned him The Bronze Star Medal by direction of the President of the United States.

    Regards,

    Shane Gallaugher
    Lead Ride Captain PGRSTX
    sdgallaugher.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.446.5087

    Tuesday March 17, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Isaias V. Longoria US Army Vietnam War Veteran

    Sinton and Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Isaias V. Longoria, US Army Vietnam War Veteran.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Saturday March 14, 2026

    Home On The Home Front

    Volunteer Day for Army SGT Tyler Sloan

    Aransas Pass, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    We have been invited to participate in the Volunteer Day for Army SGT Tyler Sloan

    On February 5, 2006, Sergeant Sloan was on his first combat deployment with the 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team in Mosul, Iraq when he was shot in the lower abdomen by a sniper. He credits the quick response of his team with saving his life. In a coma for six days, Tyler suffered nerve damage in his left arm, back and knee complications, and internal injuries.

    After three years of limb salvage, his right leg was amputated. Tyler has undergone over 43 surgeries in the past 17 years.

    A specially adapted custom home from Homes For Our Troops will give Tyler the ability to safely navigate from room to room in his wheelchair. "In my current house, I'm trapped in one area if I'm out of my prosthetic," he says. "The ability to be functional in my adapted home while in my chair would be a game-changer." He's also looking forward to the financial freedom of a mortgage-free home, which will allow him to spend more time with his family and pay it forward to other Veterans by giving back to the community.

    Please RSVP @ www.hfotusa.org/Sloan
    Regards,

    Dennis Msrkle
    Ride Captain
    dmarkle.rc@pgrstx.com
    540.413.6482

    Saturday March 14, 2026

    Vietnam Veterans Ceremony

    Flag Line, Texas

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    We have been invited to participate in the Vietnam Veterans Ceremony

    Regards,

    Shane Gallaugher
    Lead Ride Captain
    sdgallaugher.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.446.5087

    Thursday March 12, 2026

    Escort, Funeral Service, and Flag Line

    John Waite Higgins, US Navy WWII War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. John Waite Higgins, US Navy, WWII Veteran.

    Mr. Higgins proudly served aboard the escort carrier Marus Island CVE 77 and was present at such battles as Leyte Gulf.

    Regards,

    Shane Gallaugher
    Lead Ride Captain
    sdgallaugher.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.446.5087

    Tuesday March 10, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Robert R. Quinones Jr., US Air Force Vietnam War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Robert R. Quinones Jr. US Air Force Vietnam War Veteran.

    proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, serving four years on active duty, including service in Vietnam. He continued his military commitment in the Air Force Reserve, achieving the rank of Master Sergeant and retiring after 32 years of honorable service.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Saturday March 7, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line - DEVELOPING

    Oscar Edward Gonzales, US Army Vietnam War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, and San Antonio Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Oscar Edward Gonzales, US Army Virtnam War Veteran.

    Oscar "Kokie" Edward Gonzales. Specialist 4 during war, Spec 5 after leaving war. Campaigns: Vietnam War - Operation Crazy Horse,Thayer I, Thayer II, Irving, and Battle of Bong Son. (2 Tours of duty) Purple Heart, Bronze Star with "V" for Valor, good conduct medal, national defense medal, parachute badge, Vietnam service medal, Vietnam campaign medal w/ device 60, Air medal, and expert Badge (rifle) Upon concluding the ceremonies, Mr. Gonzales will be cremated and scheduled to be buried at Ft Sam Houston.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Friday March 6, 2026

    Escort, Funeral Service, and Flag Line

    Douglas Wesley (Pops) Havemann, US Army Vietnam War Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Douglas Wesley (Pops), US Army Virtnam War Veteran.

    Douglas Wesley (Pops) Havemann was drafted into the United States Army and honorably served two years as a combat infantry soldier during the Vietnam era. This mission has come from State PGR. He was a Past Master of Independence Masonic Lodge and remained committed to the values of fellowship and service throughout his life. In the 1980s, he actively supported youth development through his involvement with Boy Scouts.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Wednesday March 4, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    John David Casarez, US Army Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    MISSION 2 of 2

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. John David Casarez, US Army Veteran

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Wednesday March 4, 2026

    Escort, Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Lisa Markle, PGRSTX Member and Virginia PGR Member

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    MISSION 1 of 2 Escort

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mrs. Lisa Markle, PGRSTX Member and Virginia PGR Member. Dennis Markle PGRSTX Ride Captain is her husband. PGRSTX did the Funeral Services in August 2025

    Dennis has requested an Escort from Ashbury Church. He is trying to secure LE. Dennis is asking to have any number of escorts. He will lead the ride and will have the cremains with him.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Monday March 2, 2026

    Funeral Service and Flag Line

    Bob J. Harris, US Army Vietnam War Era Veteran

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the PGRSTX.

    PGRSTX has been requested to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Bob J. Harris, US Army Virtnam War Era Veteran.

    Mr. Harris Was a former member of the Christian Motorcyclists Association (CMA), blending his love of fellowship and ministry with his passion for riding. Bob had a lifelong love for motorcycles, especially his Harley-Davidson.

    Mr. Harris cherished his weekly visits to the Harley-Davidson shop and the camaraderie that came with it. When he wasn’t riding, he enjoyed watching western and action movies and spending time reading.

    Regards,

    Samuel F Ramirez
    Assistant Deputy State Captain PGRSTX
    sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com
    361.742.9879

    Page Revised March 24, 2026