SNOWBALL EXPRESS 2024

Dear Regional and State Captains,

We are writing to you today to talk about Snowball Express and ask for your support.

Snowball Express began in 2006. Gary Sinise got involved the next year by performing with the Lt. Dan Band. It became an official Gary Sinise Foundation program in 2017.

Snowball Express welcomes Gold Star families from all over the country. There are approximately 1,000 kids who take part in the event each year.

Last year, SBE added a 2^ndweekend for First Responder families. This will roughly double the number of kids attending.

The Patriot Guard Riders in Florida foot the bill for the vests, patches, photos, and other fun activities, other than the park visit, for all the participants. This is an annual cost of about $40,000. This cost will double with the addition of the First Responder families.

The National Board of Directors is asking for your help with both the cost of the event and with the items needed. The Board will be donating $5,000 to support the event. We are asking that you consider making a donation from your state to help defray the cost. We are also asking for you to help acquire the patches that are requested (along with any items listed in the attached handout), especially the 1^st Responder patches. Please reach out to your law enforcement and fire agencies for donations for these kids.

Volunteers are also needed. This is a wonderful opportunity for our members to meet these very special kids and help them make lasting, positive memories. We see these children across the country at the most difficult time in their lives, it is a privilege to participate in their healing and recovery as they find their smile again.

Please see the attached document for the specifics on what is needed. Please distribute to your leadership teams so they can also reach out for help from our membership. You never know what resources may be hiding amongst your peers!

Both Monetary and physical donations need to arrive no later than September 1st. Of course, donations are always welcome, but this deadline is so PGR in Florida can focus on things they still need once donations are counted.

Thank you for your consideration and donations,

Patriot Guard Riders

National Boards of Directors

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V/R

Don "BigDon" Wilson

National Vice President of Captains

National Board of Directors

Patriot Guard Riders

478-951-1740"

FRIDAY APRIL 26 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

ROBERT ALVAREZ, US ARMY VETERAN AND FIRST RESPONDER

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying the final respects to Mr. Robert, Alvarez US Army Veteran and First Responder. United States Army Veteran where he served his country with honor and bravery. For over two decades, he served as a Narcotics Officer with the Tri County Task Force, tirelessly working to combat drug-related crimes. Prior to this, he dutifully served as a Deputy for the Nueces County Sheriff's Office, where his commitment to upholding justice and protecting his community was unwavering.

Date:: Friday April 26, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 10:00 AM Brief 11:30 AM Flag Line 10:45 AM or when family arrives. This will be a cremation ceremony. Service 11:00 AM
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Obituary: Ramon Funeral Home - Obituary
Plaque: Plaque Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

Tuesday April 23, 2024

Funeral Service and Flag Line

Eric Vera, US Marine Corps, Desert Storm Veteran Veteran

Corpus Christi, Texas

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying the final respects to Mr. Eric Vera, US Marine Corps Veteran. During his service, he was deployed to Kuwait to fight in Desert Storm. He was very
proud of his service as a "Machine Gunner".

Date: Tuesday April 23, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 12:00 PM Brief 12:30 PM Flag Line 12:45 PM or when procession arrives. Service 1:00 PM. This is a cremation ceremony
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Obituary: Guardian Funeral Home - Obituary
Plaque: Plaque Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

FRIDAY APRIL 19, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

ROBERT WAYNE DAVISON, US NAVY GULF WAR VETERAN

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying the final respects to Mr. Robert Wayne "Bobby" Davison, US Navy Veteran. He was a retired Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer. This will be a cremation ceremony

Date: Friday April 19, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 12:00 PM Brief 12:30 PM Flag Line 12:45 PM or when procession arrives. Service 1:00 PM. This is a cremation ceremony
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Obituary: Guardian Funeral Home - Obituary
Plaque: Plaque Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

THURSDAY APRIL 18, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

RICHARD JASSO HINOJOSA JR. US ARMY VIETNAM WAR VETERAN

BEEVILLE - CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying the final respects to Mr. Richard Jasso Hinojosa Jr., US Army Vietnam War Veteran

Date: Thursday April 18, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 12:00 PM Brief 12:30 PM Flag Line 12:45 or when procession arrives. Service 2:00PM Procession is traveling from Beeville, Tx
Ride Captain: Shane Gallaugher
Support: Doug Crumly
Obituary: Trevino Funeral Home Beeville- Obituary
Plaque: Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

FRIDAY APRIL 12, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE FLAG LINE AND ESCORT

ROBERTO PEREZ MONTES, US ARMY VIETNAM WAR VETERAN

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Mission 1 of 2

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying the final respects to Mr. Roberto Perez Montes, US Army Vietnam War Veteran

Date: Friday April 12, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 10:00 AM Brief 10:30 AM Flag Line 10:45 AM Or when the procession or family arrives. Service 11:00 AM
Escort: Family has requested an Escort from the funeral home to the cemetery. LE has been confirmed
- Stage: 10 AM at Funeral Home 3442 Holly Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78415. Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/5ZE99FXVtuHZfsAc9
- Five (5) Escort riders are needed. Please text me at 361.742.9879 if you can assist.
  - Rider 1: Antonio Rodriguez
  - Rider 2: Carlos Chavez
  - Rider 3: Shane Gallaugher
  - Rider 4: Carlos Garcia
  - Rider 5: Frank De Leon
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Obituary: Funeraria del Angel - Obituary
Plaque: Plaque Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

FRIDAY APRIL 12, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

DARREL LEE GRIME, USMC VETERAN

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Mission 2 of 2

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying the final respects to Mr. Darrel Lee Grime, USMC Veteran. This will be a cremation ceremony. His wife already has the cremains

Date: Friday April 12, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 1:00 PM Brief 1:30 PM Flag Line 1:45 PM Or when the family arrives Service 2:00 PM This will be a cremation ceremony
Ride Captain: Shane Gallaugher
Support: TBD
Obituary: No obituary. Family has cremains
Plaque: Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

TUESDAY APRIL 2, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

HAROLD G. BRUNSEN, US NAVY WAR ERA VETERAN

KINGSVILLE, CORPUS CHRISTI

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying the final respects to Mr. Harold G. Brunsen US Navy Vietnam War Era Veteran.

Date: Tuesday April 2, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 9:00 AM Brief 9:30 AM Flag Line 9:45 AM or when the procession arrives. Procession is arriving from Kingsville. Service 10:00 AM
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Obituary: Turcotte-Pipe Funeral Home - Obituary
Plaque: Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

THURSDAY MARCH 28, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

ALBERT H. JOHNSTON, US MARINE CORPS VIETNAM ERA VETERAN

VICTORIA, TEXAS

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Albert "Al" H. Johnston, USMC Vietnam War Era Veteran

Date: Thursday March 28, 2024
Location: Wood Hi Cemetery, 5721 FM 1686, Victoria, TX 77905 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xcg9Aup8318ctsxy5
Stage: 10 AM Brief 10:30 AM Flag Line 10:45 AM or when procession arrives. Ceremony immediately following church services Expected 11:15AM. Funeral Services at 10AM Rosewood Funeral Chapels
Ride Captain: Shane Gallagher
Support: Samuel F Ramirez
Obituary: Rosewood Funeral Home - Obituary
Plaque: Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

WEDNESDAY MARCH 27, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

NICK M GAMEZ, US AIR FORCE GULF WAR VETERAN

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Nick M Gamez, US Air Force Gulf War Veteran

Date: Wednesday March 27, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 1:00 PM Brief 1:30 PM Flag Line 1:45 PM or when procession arrives. Ceremony at 2:00PM
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Obituary: Guardian Funeral Home - Obituary
Plaque: Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

MONDAY MARCH 18, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

ISRAEL PEREZ JR. US AIR FORCE VETERAN

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying the final respects to Mr. Israel Perez, Jr., US Air Force Veteran. This mission comes from State PGR

Date: Monday March 18, 2024
Location: Memory Gardens Funeral Home and Cemetery 8200 Old Brownsville Rd Corpus Christi, Tx, 78415 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HN5cxKD5XJ64BAsZ7
Stage: 9:00 AM Brief 9:30 AM Flag Line 9:45 AM Or when the family arrives Service immediately following service at funeral home
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Obituary: Memory Gardens - Obituary
Plaque: Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

FRIDAY MARCH 15, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE - UNACCOMPANIED

HARVEY LOUIS DAVIS JR. US ARMY VIETNAM WAR VETERAN

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Mission 1 of 2

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate to attend the Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Army Veteran Harvey Louis Davis. His service spanned from October 31,1966- September 29, 1969.

SGT Davis received the following award/decorations: National Defense Service Medal; Parachute Badge; Army Commendation Medal; Bronze Star Medal; Good Conduct Medal; Vietnam Service Medal with 4-bronze service stars; Combat Infantry Badge; Republic of Vietnam campaign ribbon with Device (1966); Expert Badge: Automatic Rifle bar and Mortar bar; Sharpshooter Badge with rifle bar.

Date: Friday March 15, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 10:00 AM Brief 10:30 AM Flag Line 1:45 AM Or when the family arrives. Service 2:00 PM This will be an unaccompanied funeral ceremony
Ride Captain: Samuel F Ramirez
Support: David Wittliff
Obituary:
Plaque: Not Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

FRIDAY MARCH 15, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE

JESUS A MURILLO, US ARMY VIETNAM WAR VETERAN

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Mission 2 of 2

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in paying final respects to Mr. Jesus A Murillo, US Army Vietnam War Veteran. This will be a cremation ceremony

Date: Friday March 15, 2024
Location: Coastal Bend State veterans Cemetery 9974 IH 37 Access Rd, Corpus Christi, Texas 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 12:00 PM Brief 12:30 PM Flag Line 12:45 PM or when family arrives. Family has cremains. Ceremony at 1:00PM
Ride Captain: Samuel F Ramirez
Support: David Wittliff
Obituary: No obituary.
Plaque: Ordered

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

MONDAY MARCH 4, 2023

FUNERAL SERVICE AND FLAG LINE - Very Short Notice

MACEDONIO O DE LEON, US ARMY KOREAN WAR VETERAN

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in in paying final respects to Mr. ManueL Ortega De Leon, US Army Korean War Veteran. There is no Honor Guard available for this veteran. PGRSTX is presenting the Flag, and the Plaque

Date: Monday March 4, 2024 - Short Notice
Location Internment: Seaside Cemetery 4357 Ocean Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78412 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BsFfTQfMkUFT4JwB6
Stage: 10:30 AM Brief 11:00 AM Flag Line 11:45 AM Or when Procession arrives. Service 11:30 AM
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Plaque: Ordered
Funeral Home: Corpus Christi Funeral Home Obituary

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

FRIDAY MARCH 1, 2024

FUNERAL SERVICE, FLAG LINE AND ESCORT

MANUEL SALINAS JR. US ARMY VETERAN AND FIRST RESPONDER

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

Greetings Brothers and Sisters of the Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas - PGRSTX

PGRSTX has been invited to participate in in paying final respects to Mr. Manuel Salinas Jr. US Army Veteran, and first responder - Corpus Christi Police Officer, Park Ranger, and Probations Officer.

Date: Friday March 1, 2024
Stage Escort: 11:30 AM Funeraria del Angel 4901 Everhart Rd. Corpus Christi, Texas. Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2AsxyVapEpJ6VawB7
- Two Escorts are need: Please contact me by text at 361.742.9879
- 1: Carlos Chavez
- 2. Santos Juarez
- 3. Larry Narvaez
- 4. Rich Wolf
- 5. .............
Location Internment: Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery 9974 I-37, Corpus Christi, TX 78410 Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2Bc7Hip4X6WDFUNB7
Stage: 12:00 PM Brief 12:30 PM Flag Line 12:45 PM Or when Procession arrives. Service 1:00 PM
Ride Captain: TBD
Support: TBD
Plaque: Ordered
Funeral Home: Funeraria del Angel - Obituary

Thank you for your help and consideration. I hope to see you there

____________________________________

Samuel F Ramirez

Lead Ride Captain and Webmaster

361.742.9879

sframirez.rc@pgrstx.com

Page Revised March 6, 2024