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Alpha Omega
The road may have taken you, but your spirit will forever live on. Rest in peace, biker brother, your legend will never die. Today we let go of your physical presence, but your love for the road will forever be ingrained in our hearts. A fallen rider, forever in motion in our memories.
- Anonymous
2014
Leoni "Ning Ning" Bench
CVMA Auxiliary Member, Chapter 23-3
Married to TSGT Jerry "JD" Farnsworth, USAF Retired.
Laid to rest at FT. Sam Houston National Cemetery.
Leoni "Ning Ning" Bench
2018
MaryAnn "Island Girl" Christian
August 1965 - January 2018
CVMA Auxiliary Member, Chapter 23-3
Married to SSG Kawehe "Island Boy"Christian, US Army Retired
Laid to rest at Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery.
MaryAnn Leslie Makaopiopio Christian, 52 of Converse, Texas has passed away on January 28, 2018, at her residence in Converse, Texas. She was born to Rachel (Stephenson) and Kuhea Kelil on August 11,1965 in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was a Survivors Outreach Services Coordinator with the Federal Government.
MaryAnn "Island Girl" Christian
2018
MaryAnn "Island Girl" Christian
August 1965 - January 2018
CVMA Auxiliary Member, Chapter 23-3
Married to SSG Kawehe "Island Boy"Christian, US Army Retired
Laid to rest at Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery.
MaryAnn Leslie Makaopiopio Christian, 52 of Converse, Texas has passed away on January 28, 2018, at her residence in Converse, Texas. She was born to Rachel (Stephenson) and Kuhea Kelil on August 11,1965 in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was a Survivors Outreach Services Coordinator with the Federal Government.
MaryAnn "Island Girl" Christian
Leoni "Ning Ning" Bench
CVMA Auxiliary Member, Chapter 23-3
Married to TSGT Jerry "JD" Farnsworth, USAF Retired.
Laid to rest at FT. Sam Houston National Cemetery.
2018
MaryAnn "Island Girl" Christian
August 1965 - January 2018
CVMA Auxiliary Member, Chapter 23-3
Married to SSG Kawehe "Island Boy"Christian, US Army Retired
Laid to rest at Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery.
MaryAnn Leslie Makaopiopio Christian, 52 of Converse, Texas has passed away on January 28, 2018, at her residence in Converse, Texas. She was born to Rachel (Stephenson) and Kuhea Kelil on August 11,1965 in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was a Survivors Outreach Services Coordinator with the Federal Government.
May 1946 - December 2018
CVMA Life Member, Chapter 23-3 & 23-21
Vietnam War Veteran
Bronze Star Recipient
US Army 23rd Infantry Division 11th Field Artillery
Laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
Thomas Redcliff, 72, of Canyon Lake, Texas, passed peacefully surrounded by love on December 23,2018 after five years of living with cancer. Tom was born on may 8, 1946 to Ruth Hehn Redclift and Thomas Redclift of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Cedar Cliff High School in 1964 and earned a degree in Accounting from Rider College in Lawrenceville, New Jersey in 1968. Tom bravely served his country in the Army 23rd Infantry Division, 11th Field Artillery in Vietnam, earning distinction with a Bronze Star with Valor and two Purple Hearts. A talented accountant and business executive, he led several successful companies before retiring in 2009. His passion for riding motorcycles and supporting veteran causes was evident in his dedication to numerous civic organizations including the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA) and Patriot Guard Riders. He was deeply committed to recognizing the service and sacrifice of American Military Service Members. Tom leaves as his legacy his children Jeff Redclift (wife Karin Redclift) of San Jose, California, Deneen Steiner of Schertz, Texas (Fiancé Chris Greene), Shannon Brown of San Antonio, Texas, and Amy Heald (husband Kevin Heald) of Arlington, Virginia. He also leaves to cherish his memory five grandchildren Kaeli (22), Andreas (188, Juliana (14), Denver (2), and Tanner Thomas(1) and his beloved dog Aida. He is also survived by two sisters Donna Rupp (husband Michael) and Gale Rimbenieks (husband Vents)His former wifes Los Redclift and Darlene Redclift will also remember him with great fondness. The deep sense of loss felt by all is a testament to the selflessness, kind, and above all honorable man he was.
Thomas "Tom" Redclift
Thomas "Tom" Redclift
Ryan "Guns" Pieracinni
2020
Ryan "Guns" Pieracinni
January 1973 - November 2020
CVMA Full Member Chapter 23-21
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Operation Enduring Freedom
U.S. Marine Corps (SIEMPER FI)
Laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston Cemetery
2022
Charles "Island Boy" Christian
March 11, 1963 - May 18, 2022
CVMA Full Member, Chapter 23-21
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Operation Enduring Freedom
U.S. ARMY
Laid to rest with his wife MaryAnn at the Hawaii State Veteran Cemetery, Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI
Charles "Island Boy" Christian
Island Boy was most remembered by his strong and warm hugs. He was devoted to his family, his devotion went beyond his family and extended to his military brothers and sisters. Born and raised on the island of Oahu, this Halawa Island Boy always had the aloha spirit. As we remember him, may we carry his love and devotion for us close to our hearts and share our memories with him so that his legacy will continue.
2023
February 16, 1960 - April 6, 2023
CVMA Support Member
Chapter 23-21
U.S. ARMY
Laid to rest at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach, San Antonio, TX
Robert “Robbie” Wayne Powell passed away in New Braunfels, TX on April 6, 2023 at the age of 63. He was born in Japan on February 16, 1960 to Oddie and Betty Powell.
Robbie was preceded in death by his Father Oddie Lee Powell; Mother Betty Doris Powell, and his son Robert Wayne Powell Jr.
Remembered by children – Cody and Lynn Powell, Dan and Liza Powell, William and Miesha Powell, Haley Powell. Brothers – Oddie and Nita Powell, Ovie and Tammy Powell. Many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was big on family and friends, proud of his military service, loved his animals (especially Shorty), but his biggest love was motorcycles – riding and building them. He also enjoyed karaoke and guns.
Robert "Flash" Powell
Robert "Flash" Powell
2024
Ronald "Phantom" Welfel
Ronald "Phantom" Welfel
1 Sep 1947- 12 Feb 2024
CVMA Life Member
Chapter 23-21
VIETNAM VETERAN
F-4 Phantom Crew Chief
United State Air Force
Laid to rest at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery
San Antonio, TX
Ronald Lee Welfel proudly served in the United States Air Force and was a Vietnam Veteran. During his four years of service, to include a combat tour in Vietnam, he was an F-4 Phantom Crew Chief. Upon leaving the military, Ron embarked on an accomplished career in real estate and property management. After retiring, he ventured into entrepreneurship, unleashing his creativity to transform antiques into beautiful works of art.
Ron never forgot his commitment and camaraderie associated with his military service. Combining two of his passions: supporting veterans and riding motorcycles, he became a member of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA®) and was a founding member of the Austin Chapter. Ron was an incredibly dedicated member, serving as the treasurer for multiple years. Additionally, he organized and hosted engaging bingo events for residents at the Kerrville VA Medical Center. Upon his move to New Braunfels, he joined the Canyon Lake CVMA® Chapter. Ron’s unwavering commitment and contributions made a significant impact on the community. As a devoted member of the Patriot Guard, he considered it a profound honor and took immense pride in escorting fallen heroes to their peaceful resting place.
If you knew him, he was a friend. Strong willed with a gentle soul, Ron "Phantom" Welfel will be forever missed by his brothers and sisters in the community, the Patriot Guard Riders, and within the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association.
2025
Delores "Dee" Bellflower-Kestler
Delores "Dee" Bellflower-Kestler
13 DEC 1965 - 12 Feb 2025
Chapter 23-21
United States Army Retired
Laid to rest at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery
San Antonio, TX
Colonel Delores C. “Dee” Kestler, U.S. Army, retired, 59, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away at her residence on February 12, 2025. Born in Madison, Wisconsin, to Roy A. Bellflower, Sr., and Mary Ann Bott-Bellflower, Dee dedicated her life to service — to her country, her family, and her CVMA brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her loving husband, Donald T. Kestler; sons, Aaron Thomas Kestler and Donald Joseph Kestler; parents, Roy and Mary Ann Bellflower; sisters, Mary Beth Renfrow, Teresa N. Bellflower, and Zina Pittitt; brother, Roy Bellflower, Jr.; grandchildren, Loki and Ember Kestler; four nephews, one niece, and two great-nephews.
Dee was a rock to those who knew her — steady in storms, unwavering in loyalty, and quick to lift others with her wisdom, patience, and love. Now she rides as our angel, watching over us from above and guiding us down life’s road.
Rest easy, Colonel Kestler. You have completed your mission. We will carry your memory and your legacy forward.
