PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

Gerald R. Henry

USAF - Korean War Era Veteran

Auburn, NY - 12/31/2020

The family of Gerald R. Henry has requested Patriot Guard Rider participation in his military honors funeral services. Gerry, 87, passed at his home on Wednesday, December 23, 2020.

Born in Conesus, NY, Gerry served four years active duty in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, and later served another four years in the Air Force Reserves.  He was trained as a Prop Mechanic, and was honorably discharged at the rank of Airman 1st Class.  For his service, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Korean Service Medal, and the United Nations Service Medal.

Later, Gerry worked as a Materials Manager at Snyder General in Auburn, NY and retired after 40 years of service.  He was a member of the Conlon Mulvaney American Legion Post 1179, and was active in his community.

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