Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association - 75th Diamond Jubilee 2023

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Table of Contents Gamez Law........................................................................................... 2 In Memoriam........................................................................................ 3 Celebrating UT Longhorn Band................................................... 4 President's Welcome........................................................................ 5 Military Greeting................................................................................. 5 Fiesta Commission President's Welcome................................. 6 Mayor's Welcome............................................................................... 6 Battle of Flowers® President's Greeting.................................... 6 County Judge's Welcome............................................................... 7 Mistress of Ceremony....................................................................... 7 Sheriff Salizar Greeting.................................................................... 7 Fire Chief Greeting............................................................................ 8 Police Chief Message........................................................................ 8 Fiesta Flambeau® Membership..................................................... 8 Nicholas Carrisal III Dedication..................................................... 9 Grand Marshal - Danilo Carrera.................................................. 10 Honorary Grand Marshal - Shelly Lares.....................................11 Torchy.....................................................................................................11 King Antonio C - Clyde J. B. Johnson IV..................................12 Fiesta San Antonio Association..................................................13 Rey Feo LXXIV - Laurence Kurth & Royal Consort..............14 La Reina Linda - Natalie Gamez..................................................15 McAllen Holiday Parade.................................................................16 Fiesta Poster Winner - Richelle (Nipper) Saur......................17 Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Judges...............................................17 Creative Southwest Parades................................................... 18-19 Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Assoc. Membership.................... 20 Fiesta Flambeau® Mission Statement...................................... 20 Fiesta Flambeau® Medal............................................................... 20

Parade Route Map............................................................................21 Parade Line-up........................................................................... 22-26 Hill Country Tractor......................................................................... 27 Budweiser...........................................................................................28 2022-2023 Executive Board........................................................29 Past Presidents Council.................................................................29 Past Presidents of Fiesta Flambeau®.......................................29 KSAT..................................................................................................... 30 The Law Office of Joseph Acevedo...........................................31 SpinXpress Laundry........................................................................32 Mission Open Air Market...............................................................32 Executive Boards of the Past......................................................33 Fiesta Flambeau® Memories in Photos............................. 34-35 Fiesta Flambeau® Scrapbook............................................... 36-37 Gonzaba Medical Group................................................................38 XFL........................................................................................................39 Bolner's Fiesta Brand..................................................................... 40 Triton Cleaning Services............................................................... 40 Zebraz...................................................................................................41 Friends of Flambeau®.....................................................................42 Dos Equis............................................................................................42 Villarreal & Begum Law Firm.......................................................43 Two Men and a Truck..................................................................... 44 Jackson Hewitt................................................................................. 44 AT&T Fiber..........................................................................................45 CentroMed......................................................................................... 46 O'Reilly's Auto Parts...................................................................... 46 Embassy Suites by Hilton..............................................................47 Toyota...................................................................................................48

ANTONIA (TONI) CISNEROS

ROBBIE MIDDLETON

Oct. 18, 1932 – Aug. 1, 2022

May 18, 1935 – Nov. 27, 2022

Long time member (24 years) with the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association.

Long time friend and float builder of the Fiesta Flambeau®.

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President’s Welcome

Military Greeting

Lieutenant General John R. Evans, Jr.

On behalf of U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) and our military service members and families, retirees, veterans, and civilians who live and work in San Antonio, welcome to Fiesta San Antonio 2023!

We are truly honored to be a part of this

Commander, U.S. Army North great, vibrant community known as Mili(Fifth Army) and Senior Commander, tary City, U.S.A.!

Fort Sam Houston and Camp Bullis

Joint Base San Antonio is one of the largest military installations in the Department of Defense with more than 140,000 military service members and families who currently call San Antonio their home.

Fiesta San Antonio provides a great opportunity for our military family to experience the unique culture, heritage, and diversity of this great city.

Command Sergeant Major Jerimiah E. Gan

U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) and Senior Enlisted Leader, Fort Sam Houston and Camp Bullis

Fiesta San Antonio is known as a “party with a purpose” because of the contributions and funding it provides to non-profit organizations throughout the city. However, to the military community, Fiesta San Antonio is a “party with a purpose” because it is

also about honoring those military service members who have come before us, and showing our pride and gratitude for their service to our great nation. We are humbled by the numerous events throughout Fiesta San Antonio that showcase our military personnel and their service commitments.

The first Fiesta parade was held back in 1891 to honor the memory of the fallen heroes at the Alamo and to commemorate the victory at the Battle of San Jacinto, which led to Texas’ independence from Mexico.

The Army was a part of that first parade and has been a part of Fiesta festivities ever since.

You cannot separate the military from the City of San Antonio due to the history, heritage, and interconnectedness we share, and you cannot separate the military from Fiesta San Antonio. We are forever intertwined, and we are so grateful for this community’s warm embrace and support of our military service members, families, and veterans.

Viva Fiesta!

Strength of the Nation!

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Fiesta® Commission President’s Welcome

John Meyer

President Fiesta® San Antonio Commission, Inc.

Thank you for sharing the Fiesta® family spirit and attending the Fiesta Flambeau® 75th Diamond Jubilee Parade! I am honored to serve as the 2023 Commission President and thank the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association for their dedicated efforts in coordinating the country’s largest illuminated night parade.

When asked what my favorite part of Fiesta® is, I would say without a doubt that it’s people! Nothing makes me happier than experiencing people celebrate and work together to support our community. Back-

grounds don’t matter. Skin color doesn’t matter. Socio economic status doesn’t matter. The things that some might seek to use to divide or exclude serve to unite us instead, and everyone is included.

For 75 years, the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade is a great example of people joining together to celebrate the Fiesta® family spirit that is the true success of Fiesta®.

Mayor’s Welcome

Ron Nirenberg

Mayor for San Antonio

I am honored to welcome you to the Fiesta Flambeau, considered America’s largest illuminated night parade; now in its 75th anniversary. This year’s theme is “Fiesta Flambeau 75th Diamond Jubilee.”

Inspired by the night parades of Mardi Gras, Reynolds Andricks believed San Antonio could create its own beloved night tradition.The result was the striking display of lights, floats, bands, and dance we now associate with the Flambeau Parade. Since the parade’s exciting debut in 1948, it has become a treasured tradition for the over 750,000 annual spectators lining the streets of San Antonio.

Fiesta was first celebrated in 1891 to honor the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto. Since then, Fiesta has evolved into a celebration of our community spirit.

With thousands of volunteers and millions in economic impact, our celebrations include philanthropic events sponsored by local nonprofits and military organizations.

Fiesta is a symbol of our city’s unity and promises a week of lively and compassionate fun.

Battle of Flowers® President’s Greeting Congratulations and cheers to Fiesta Flambeau Parade! The Battle of Flowers wishes you the very best as you celebrate 75 years of lighting up the streets of San Antonio.

Your hard work, dedication, and creativity will certainly sparkle on April 29 th.

Kelly Kennedy

The Battle of Flowers® President

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It has been a true honor and pleasure to work with you over the past several years.

The future shines bright as we unite to produce the best parades for our beloved community.

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County Judge's Welcome

Peter Sakai

Bexar County Judge

Welcome to the 2023 Fiesta Flambeau® Parade! My wife Rachel and I are honored to be a part of this year’s festivities. I expect this year will be bigger and brighter than ever. Congratulations on the 75th Diamond Jubilee Anniversary.

I would also like to thank the Fiesta Flambeau® Association for their contributions to the educational enrichment of our community’s students by encouraging reading

and literacy in schools. This demonstrates the purpose and true spirit of Fiesta.

A special thanks to Erwin J. De Luna, President of the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association and the Executive Board of Directors and countless volunteers and parade participants for making The Fiesta Flambeau® Parade internationally known as “America’s Largest Illuminated Night Parade”.

Viva Fiesta!

Mistress of Ceremony

Liz Ruiz

TV and Radio Personality

Elizabeth Ruiz, a retired radio news veteran with a 40-year career at KTSA/KTFM, now works part-time as an evening news anchor at KLRN TV and hosts a program on Catholic Television of San Antonio. She also volunteers for non-profits and serves on the boards of the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame and the Madonna Center.

Liz has been heavily involved in Fiesta events since childhood, serving as the voice of many ceremonies and being inducted into the Order of the Cascaron for her contributions to Fiesta. She is also a recipient of the San Antonio Radio Hall of

Fame and the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, among other honors.

Before pursuing radio journalism, Liz worked as a choir director and assistant band director at Burbank High School.

She studied journalism at San Antonio College after earning a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Trinity University.

Throughout her career, Liz traveled extensively to provide on-the-scene reports on various events, including presidential visits and natural disasters, and has co-hosted multiple radio programs.

Sheriff Salizar Greeting

Javier Salazar

I am truly honored to participate in the historic Fiesta Flambeau Parade. The tradition that this parade has brought San Antonio over the years is like none other. I hope every one of you has a great time during Fiesta, enjoy responsibly, and Viva Fiesta San Antonio!

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Fire Chief Charles Hood

San Antonio's Fire Chief

A warm Fiesta greeting to all. We are honored to be a part of this unique San Antonio celebration and the Fiesta Flambeau's 75th Diamond Jubilee! Celebrate safely with family & friends & Happy Fiesta!

Police Chief William McManus

San Antonio’s Police Chief

Thank you, San Antonio, for making the Fiesta Flambeau Parade a safe and enjoyable event year after year.Your commitment to ensuring the safety of all participants and spectators is greatly appreciated.

We are grateful for your support and enthusiasm for this beloved tradition that celebrates the vibrant culture and history of our city.Your continued participation and dedication to creating a festive atmosphere make the Fiesta Flambeau Parade a truly special experience.

So let’s raise our flags, put on our colorful costumes, and shout “Viva Fiesta!” as we come together to celebrate the unique spirit of San Antonio. Thank you for being a part of this cherished tradition.

Do you love a parade?

Become a member of Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association!

A bit of fun, dedication and work = A GREAT PARADE! Fill in form, cut out and mail to:

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This year's parade is dedicated to

Nicholas Carrisal III Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association President - 2012-2013 Nicholas Carrisal III was born and raised in the eastside of San Antonio and had a distinct connection with our city. He attended Sam Houston High School (a true Cherokee forever alumni) and attended San Antonio College. He worked many civil and structural engineering jobs with Prescon, Pape-Dawson, Cutler Galloway Services and Barker Structural Engineering.

Fiesta was always a fun time with family and friends but especially he had fun taking them to the parades. Nick was a proud member of the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc. for over 25 years. Beginning In 2003 he served as the Parade Director for a number of years and assisting others in their responsibilities for the parade. Nick became the Association President for the 2013 parade. In addition to the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association, he was dedicated to his family: his wife, Bonnie of 50 years, son, Nicholas Carrisal IV, daughter, Cira Marie Crouch and his 3 grandsons, Nicholas Carrisal V, Jude Phoenix Crouch and Remy LeBeau Carrisal.

Nick had many interests and passions. He enjoyed fishing, listening to Rock and Roll, loved to barbeque and baseball was his favorite sport, especially the Houston Astros. He was a fan of the San Antonio Spurs and the University of Texas football team. He enjoyed working as a Fan Experience Representative with Spurs Sports and Entertainment after he retired. He took pleasure traveling, his favorite spots were in Pennsylvania, in New Orleans and in Lockhart, Texas where he appreciated the sites and food. Titles that gave him the most joy were: Husband, Dad, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin, Friend and most of all PAPA! He is greatly missed and remembered by the many lives he touched.

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2023 Grand Marshal DANILO CARRERA

Telenovela actor, presenter, model, and football player Danilo Carrera was born on January 17, 1989 in Guayaquil, Ecuador. He began his modeling career in Ecuador, made walkways, worked in an Avena Toni commercial, and with Abercrombie & Fitch.

In 2007, he was part of the Ecuadorian team Emelec sub-18 in which he was crowned champion. In 2008, he joined the Ecuadorian team Barcelona Sporting Club in which he played until 2009.

In that same year, he left Ecuador to move to Miami, Florida.There, he went to Miami Dade College where he took basic classes and studied international relations.

In January 2011, he began his acting career by working in theater plays. Later in August of that same year, he was called by Telemundo to participate in the casting of Relaciones Peligrosas, in which he starred in as Leonardo 'Leo' Maximo. That role made him a winner in the Best Male Revelation category at the Miami Life Awards. In 2014, he starred in Cosita Linda as Federico 'Fede' Madariaga. He also worked with the cast of El Gordo y La Flaca in Univision. Then, in 2015, he starred in Pasión y Poder as Franco Gomez-Luna with Susana González, Fernando Colunga, Jorge Salinas, Fabiola Guajardo, and others.

When he's not on television shows or theater plays, he likes to play football, it's his favorite sport and hobby.

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2023 Honorary Grand Marshal SHELLY LARES Tejano Star Shelly Lares, nicknamed "Little Miss Dynamite," is a Tejano music artist with over 40 years of experience. She has a large and devoted following due to her powerful singing voice and charismatic stage presence. Lares writes or co-writes all of her own songs and is also a talented guitarist and percussionist. She has won numerous awards and is a member of The Tejano Roots Hall of Fame.

Lares recorded her first record at age 10 with The Hot Tamales band (Orquestra) and stayed with them for four years before branching out on her own and signing with Manny Guerra. After leaving Manny, she signed to Sony and released several successful albums. Lares continued to tour and perform regionally as well as writing for other artists. In 2012, she started her own record label, Shellshock Records 3, which allowed her full control of recordings, manufacturing, distribution, and sales.

Lares has collaborated with many artists throughout her career, including Elida Reyna and Stefani Montiel as LAS TRES DIVAS. They toured internationally and received a Grammy nomination for BEST MEXICAN AMERICAN ALBUM as well as a Latin Grammy nomination for their CD "Las tres divas". Shelly retired from touring in

2022 to concentrate on her record label, SHELL SHOCK RECORDS 3, and to sign and develop new artists. She also dedicates time to hospice patients through music therapy. She will be signing her first artist, "El Gallo" DEZ, in April 2023 and continue to build her label.

Official Mascot of the Fiesta Flameau® Parade

Torchy

was created and developed as the official mascot for the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc. in 2007. He is a fun loving character who dances around sharing the Fiesta® spirit at events during the annual city-wide Fiesta® celebration in April. He also participates in parades throughout South Texas.

Torchy enjoys visiting area schools where he reminds students of the importance of a good education, to study hard, respect one another and work together. Torchy plays a significant role in representing the illuminated magic of the Fiesta Flambeau® Night Parade.

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Clyde is deeply honored to have been elected to represent The Texas Cavaliers as King Antonio C. Having the opportunity to be the 100th King means a great deal to him and his family.

Clyde has served The Texas Cavaliers as the River Parade Marshal for Magnificent Missions in 2018, Commander of the organization in 2022, and three terms on The Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation Board of Trustees. He has also served as a member of the Board for the Fiesta Commission.

Fiesta, as a celebration of the diverse culture of the San Antonio community, has been a tradition in Clyde’s family and extended family throughout his life. Clyde is now sharing this opportunity with his wife, Kim, and their three children, Bennett, Shelton, and Elle. They look forward to all of the upcoming Fiesta celebrations.

The Texas Cavaliers believe in the future of all children and work to ensure they have additional opportunities. As King Antonio, Clyde will have the honor of presenting more than $2,000,000 to area children’s charities. Since its founding in 1989, The Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation has distributed more than $12 million to Bexar County children.

During Fiesta, King Antonio and The Texas Cavaliers will visit schools, military bases, hospitals, nursing homes, charitable organizations, and many other Fiesta events. These visits not only have a profound impact on our community but create lasting friendships and traditions which make San Antonio a unique city!

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Fiesta® 2023 l April 20 - 30

www.fiestasanantonio.org

#VivaFiestaSA2023 Save The Date Fiesta® 2024 April 18 - 28

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December 2, 2023

Nov. 26-Dec.31

Journey to the OOcial South Pole of Texas this December to witness the unforgettable magic of McAllen’s

Largest illuminated Holiday & Helium Balloon Parade in TX & the Tallest Animated Christmas Tree in America. www.mcallenholidayparade.com

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Poster Artist Winner Richelle (Nipper) Saur San Antonio born and raised, Richelle grew up going to and participating in Battle of Flowers & Flambeau parades, and volunteering for N.I.O.S.A. She then participated in the San Antonio Lutheran Coronation in 2003, and elected queen for 2004. Shortly after Richelle was elected the 2006 Fiesta Teen Princess for the San Antonio Woman’s Club.

Although art is not part of Richelle’s professional portfolio, she joined the San Antonio Lutheran Coronation board in 2016, and was invited to join the court artist team in 2017. The poster was created in a similar process to the dresses of the courts she has designed and created.

“The vision came to me when I heard the theme, Diamond Jubilee. Diamond Jubilee, to me is a black-tie event. But I wanted to encompass puro San Antonio. I know this is not the typical fiesta design, but hope San Antonio embraces it, and supports the Fiesta Flambeau."

2022-2023 Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Judges Photo Not Availlable

Beatrice Ballard

Brent Ballard

Morgan Borja

Melanie Cawthon

Danny Guerro

Willie Leal

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Bernadette Peña

Kelly Wickens

Jim Wickens

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2022-2023 Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association Membership Larry Algueseva Antonio Alvarado Sam Alvarado Sylvia Alvarado Terry Acevedo Carmona Nina Carr Bonnie Carrisal Roxanne Castillo Shirley Copeland Samantha Crane Cira Crouch John Crouch R. III Jose Francisco Cruz Robert Cuellar Gloria DeHoyos Jose J. DeHoyos Erwin DeLuna Sebastian Elizondo Dolores Farias Darlene Fenimore

James Fenimore Efrain Fernandez “Ram” Jeanette Flores Lucila Flores Michael Flores Richard E. Flores Jr. Roberto Flores Moses Garcia Margie Gonzales Laura Govea Trina Guevara Martha Ann Gutierrez G. Salvador Gutierrez Elisa Hammer Lynn Kee Tobias Klingelhoefer Celia Kiger Kathy Kropp Bobby J Laymon (BJ) Gregory Leos

Carmen Luna Terry McFarland Daniel Medrano Cecilia Mendiola Darlene Morales Virginia Mitzelman Matthew Murguia Pete Ortiz Jr. Suzi Otis Thelma Parker Gloria Pelayo Lillie Quintanilla Patricia Robledo Robert Robledo Terry Robertson Connie Rodriguez Dora Rodriguez Gilberto Rodriguez Araceli Sanchez Valdo Sanchez

Fiesta Flambeau® Mission Statement

The purpose of the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association Inc., hereafter known as the Association, shall be to plan, organize, produce, and stage the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade annually during Fiesta San Antonio.

The association shall do so to enhance the celebration for the San Antonio community and it’s visitors.

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Mari Sandoval Linda Skop Janie Solis Marissa Solis Gilbert Stanley-Medford Beatrice (Bea) Tuley Debra Valero Fernando Villarreal Allee Wallace Casey J. Watts Letie Wawrzyniak MelindaWiggins

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United San Antonio Pow Wow (Blessing) SAPD- Traffic Department SAPD- Honor Guard Sam Houston ROTC Alzafar Shriners Alzafar Shriners Alzafar Shriners San Antonio Armed Forces Parade Assc.

San Antonio Armed Forces Parade Assc.

433 AW- USAF Reserve SAISD- Transportation Department Civil Air Patrol (Randolph/Lackland) 433 Aw- 960th- CW & 340th -FTG 149th Fighter Wing FTG Guardian of the Children Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 366 Inspiration 4 Life Military Order of the Purple Heart Hill Country Tractors- Banner Hill Country Tractors- Feather Banner Tractors Toyota Toyota

Toyota Truck Motorcycles Marchers Color Guard

A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9

San Antonio Police Department San Antonio Police Department Event Commander Torches-Jackson Hewitt Theme Banner “75th Diamond Jubilee” Joint Base Color Guard University of Texas Austin University of Texas Austin 50 US Flags 25 Walmart 25 Broadway Bank SAPD SAPD Police Chief - Banner City of San Antonio Police Chief William McManus SAFD- Fire Chief - Banner City of San Antonio Fire Chief-Charles Hood City of San Antonio - Mayor - Banner City of San Antonio- Mayor Ron Nirenberg San Antonio Fiesta Commission President - Banner San Antonio President John Meyer San Antonio Fiesta Commission - Queens Battle of Flowers Parade President Kelly Kennedy - Banner Battle of Flowers Parade U S Army Banner

Vehicles Vehicle Walkers Walkers Marchers Band Marchers Band Vehicles Walkers Walkers Marchers Walkers Walkers Fire Truck Walkers Car Walkers Car Float Walkers Float Walkers

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Marchers Float Float Marchers Marchers Float Float Walkers Float Walkers Float Walkers Walkers Tundra Truck Sequoia

Military Coordinator - Banner Walkers U S Army Soldiers Marchers Military Coordinator-LTG John Evans Float 323 Army Band Band President's Honor Band - Banner Walkers Troy Colt Marching Band, Troy Michigan Band Fiesta Flambeau Parade Association, Inc. President - Banner Walkers President Erwin De Luna Float San Antonio College - Banner Walkers San Antonio College President Toyota Float McCollum Spirit Group Marchers McCollum Pom Squad Marchers McCollum Wranglerettes Dance Marchers McCollum High School Band Band Bexar County Judge - Banner Walkers Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai Truck Bexar County Sheriff - Banner Walkers Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar Car Dedication Nick Carrisal - Banner Walkers Nick Carrisal Family Toyota Dedication Robert Middleton Family - Banner Walkers Judson High School Color Guard Marchers Judson High School Cheer Marchers Judson High School Dance Marchers Judson High School Band Band Toyota Tundra Truck Toyota Sequoia

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Torches-Jackson Hewitt The Skyline Raider Band Fiesta Especial with DisAbilitysa DisAbilitysa Sommerset High School Silver Dancers Sommerset High School Cheer Sommerset High School Band Las Charangas Jeep Flambeau Letters 50 Flambeau Flags Oak Grove High School Marching Band Grand Marshal - Banner Honorary Grand Marshal - Banner Grand Marshal and Honorary Grand Marshal Sam Houston High School Cheerleaders Sam Houston Twisters Sam Houston Band St. Mary’s Drone Group

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Walkers Band Walkers Float Walkers Walkers Band Walkers Walkers Band Band Walkers Walkers Float Marchers Marching Band Walkers

St. Mary’s Color Guard Marchers St. Mary’s Dancers Marchers St. Mary’s Band Band Texas Cavaliers King Antonio Float Bridgeport High School Mighty Marching Maroon Band Band Newest Order of the Cascaron Honoree Tina Drain - Banner Walkers Rey Feo Regent Bill Drain & Wife Tina Drain Car Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Marchers Newest Order of the Cascaron Honoree Norma Reyes - Banner Rey Feo 74 Float La Reina de la Feria de las Flores Float John F Kennedy Cheer Marchers John F Kennedy Dance Marchers John F Kennedy Band Alamo College District Float San Antonio Gunslinger Cheer Marchers Gonzaba Medical Group - Banner Walkers Gonzaba Walkers Walkers Gonzaba Float Float Titan Cheer Walkers Southwest Legacy High School Band Conservation Society Truck Jourdanton High School Band San Antonio Zulu’s Float Pleasanton Pacesetters Drill Team/Dancers Marchers Pleasanton High School Band Band Woman's Club of San Antonio Float Toyota Tundra Truck Toyota Sequoia

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Torches-Jackson Hewitt La Reina Linda Hemphill Area Spartan Band Mc Allen Holiday Parade South Padre Island Edison High School Cheer Edison High School Band Fiesta Flambeau Traveling Float Jack Yates Marching Band Harlandale Spirit Harlandale Dance Harlandale Band San Antonio Professional Firefighters Brackenridge High School Cheer Brackenridge High School Band Military Ambassadors Military Ambassadors UTSA Band UTSA Float Lanier High School Blue Jackets Lanier High School Vok Band Gamez Law Firm Gamez Law Firm AT&T - Banner AT&T Southwest High School Cheer Southwest High School Pep Southwest High School Band Texas Rangers Pooper scoopers

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B19 B20 B21 B22 B23 B24 B25 B26 B27 B28 B29 B30 B31 B32 B33 B34 B35 B36 B37 B38 B39 B40 B41 B42 B43 B44 B45 B46 B47

Walkers Float Marchers Float Float Marchers Band Float Marchers Walkers Walkers Band Float Marchers Band Humvee Humvee Band Float Marchers Band Walkers Float Walkers Float Walkers Walkers Band Equestrian Walkers

Texas A&M San Antonio Danzavida Dancers Danzavida Walkers San Antonio Zoo Brenham High School Band and Color Guard Toyota Toyota

Float Walkers Walkers Float Band Tundra Truck Sequoia

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Villarreal & Begum Law Villarreal & Begum Law Veterans Memorial HS Band Zumba Fitness AUEDA Heroes n More Chick-fil-A Centro Med - Banner Centro Med SAPD Officer’s Association Samba Vida Hearne High School Band NACL Alamo Branch 421 Master Move Caribbean Zumba O'Reilly Auto Parts Central for Health Care - Banner The Center for Health Care Services Lowndes High Georgia Bridgemen Marching Band U.S. Postal Service St Anthony's Catholic High School Dancers St Anthony's Catholic High School St Anthony Catholic High School La Michoacana Meat Market Pooper Scooper La Michoacana Meat Market Bill Miller San Antonio Sidecars Palo Alto College Kazamba Harlandale HS Class of 73 Reunion Texas Citrus Festival Toyota Toyota

Walkers Mini-Float Band Walkers Float Walkers Float Walkers Mini-Float Walkers Walkers Marchers Marchers Walkers Float Walkers Walkers Band Float Marchers Walkers Band Equestrian Walkers Float Float Cars Float Walkers Walkers Float Tundra Truck Sequoia

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Torches-Jackson Hewitt Jefferson High School Lassos Jefferson High School Lariats Jefferson High School Juneteeth Celebration Animal Defense League Queen City Belles HEB Claudia Taylor High School Team Taco Lutheran Coronation Groupo Folklorico de Bendiciones East Central Cheer East Central Gold Star Dance Team East Central Dazzlers East Central Band High School Mission Flea Market - Banner Mission Flea Market

Walkers Marchers Marchers Band Car Walkers Marchers Float Band Bicyclists Float Walkers Marchers Marchers Marchers Band Walkers Fire Truck

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C30 C31 C32 C33 C34 C35 C36

Luling Watermelon Thump Providence Catholic School Dance Team Air Force Band of the West Guadalupe Agricultural Fair Queen Medina Valley Band Our Lady of the Lake University Fin Addict Angler Foundation Triton Cleaning Service - Banner Triton Cleaning Service Joey Groff Washington’s Birthday Celebration Two Men and A Truck Kerr High School Band United States Navy United States Navy Toyota Toyota

Float Walkers Band Float Band Float Walkers Walkers Truck Calliope Float Walkers Band Float Walkers Tundra Truck Sequoia

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18 F19 F20 F21 F22 F23 F24 F25 F26 F27 F28 F29 F30 F31 F32 F33 F34 F35 F36 F37 F38 F39 F40

Image Dance Company Highlands High School Varsity Cheer Highlands High School High Steppers Highlands High School Band Destino Danzars Performance Group City of San Antonio Parks and Rec City of San Antonio Parks and Rec Studio AVI San Antonio Burbank High School Poteet Strawberry Festival Southside High School Cheer Southside High School Dance Southside High School Pep Southside High School Floresville Peanut Festival Association Floresville Peanut Festival Association Community First Health - Banner Community First Health Comal County Fair and Rodeo Ballet Folkore Sol de San Antonio Ballet Folkore Sol de San Antonio Antonian Dance and Cheer Antonion Marching band Stay Strong Foundation Ballet Folklore Festival SAISD Transportation Department Medina Valley High School Marching Band University Health University Health Visit San Antonio-Toyota Truck Bella & Company Pride San Antonio, Inc Pride San Antonio, Inc San Antonio Brahmas San Antonio Brahmas iHeart VIA Toyota Sequoia NASA Search Lights

Float Walkers Walkers Band Marcher Marchers Float Dancers Band Float Marchers Marchers Marchers Band Walkers Float Walkers Float Float Walkers Float Marchers Band Float Float Truck Band Marchers Float Truck Float Marchers Float Marchers Float Truck Float Tundra Truck Truck Truck

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E19 E20 E21 E22 E23 E24 E25 E26 E27 E28 E29 E30 E31 E32 E33 E34 E35

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2022-2023 Executive Board

Erwin De Luna

Bea Tuley

Efrain "Ram" Fernandez

James Fenimore

Jeanette Flores

Linda Skop

President

Judging Director

Marshaling Director

Treasurer

Corresponding Secretary

Parade Director

Terry Acevedo-Carmona

Roxanne R. Castillo

Terry McFarlane

Mari Sandoval-Ayala

Trina Guevara

Robert Cuellar

Ticket Director

Recording Secretary

Disbanding Director

Compliance Director

Public Relations

Immediate Past President

Past Presidents Council

Pete Ortiz

Michael Flores

James Fenimore

1995-1999, 2002-2004

2004-2008, 2014-2015

2006-2007

Antonio Alvarado G. Salvador Gutierrez 2013-2015

2008-2013

Trina Guevara

Bonnie Carrisal

Robert Cuellar

2017-2018

2019-2021

2010-2012, 2021-2022

Past Presidents of the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc.

Rick Noll 1989-1991

Orlando Cisneros

Mary Alice Schmid

1991-1993

1993-1995 2000-2002

(Deceased)

Pete Ortiz Jr.

John Sanchez

1995-1999, 2002-2004

1996-1997

Fred Carmona

Michael Flores

1999-2000

2004-2008, 2014-2015

(Deceased)

(Deceased)

James Fenimore

Antonio Alvarado

2006-2007

2008-2013

Robert Cuellar 2010-2012, 2021-2022

Nick Carrisal 2012-2013

G. Salvador Gutierrez

Trina Guevara

Bonnie Carrisal

2013-2015

2017-2018

2019-2021

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Executive Boards of the Past

Front Row Rose Mary De Luna Treasurer

Bonnie Carrisal Parade Director

Mari Sandoval Public Relations Director

Back Row (Standing) Pete Ortiz Robert Cuellar Antonio Alvarado Former Former Former President President President

Linda Skop Ticket Director

Martha Gutierrez Corresponding Secretary

Arcy Longoria Ticket Director

Trina Guevara Beatrice Keammerer President Marshaling Director

Patricia Robledo Compliance Director

G Salvador Gutierrez Former President

Richard Longo Disbanding Di

Michael Flores Former Presid

(not pictured – Margaret Valle-Gonzalez)

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Capturing the Magic:

Fiesta Flambeau Memories in Photos 1948

Decorated convertibles going west on E. Houston Street.

Reynolds Andricks and Mrs. Andricks, our Founder of Fiesta Flambeau®

1951

1948

First Prize Winner-Large Commercial Division: Martin’s Bakery

1960

Joske’s of Texas float featuring a helicopter roping a Texas longhorn.

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Greek Goddess of Health theme.

Brooks AFB Aerospace Medical Division

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1972

The San Jacinto Association float

1969

1956

Student cadets escort the Flambeau’s signature float.

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