ABOUT THE MISSION:

The family of Mr. Richard M. Lehner, United States Army, Korean War Era Veteran has requested Patriot Guard Rider presence at his military honors funeral services.

Narrative:
Richard  M. “Dick” Lehner Sr., 83, passed away on April 19, 2017 at home surrounded by his family after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Born in Albany NY, he graduated from Christian Brothers Academy in 1952 and served in the U.S. Army with the Corps of Engineers from 1953 to 1955. His MOS was 1729, Combat Construction Specialist. For his service, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and was Honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant.

Upon his discharge, Dick returned home and attended Hudson Valley Community College, graduating in 1957. He began working for the American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T), retiring in 1988. Dick filled his retirement years with his many hobbies and interests. He was a proud member of the NRA, the Bethlehem Sportsman Club, the Pioneers (Telephone Pioneers of America), and the ELKS. He volunteered as a member of the Pioneers for many years to repair broken toys for the Albany PBA, and repaired Books on Tape recorders for the blind and visually handicapped.

The Patriot Guard Riders are proud to have the opportunity to stand for and display dignity, honor and respect for the life and service of United States Army Veteran, and my friend, Mr. Richard M. Lehner.

Ray Sestak
Assistant State Captain
Eastern Region, PGRNY

PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 24 Apr 2017

Primary Staging Time: 10:00 A.M.

Daniel Keenan Funeral Home
490 Delaware Avenue

Albany, New York - 12209

Ride Captain:

Ray Sestak
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(518)669-3358

Special Instructions:

Staging at 10:00 AM at the funeral home for the arrival of the family. Following a brief ceremony, PGR members will escort to the church for an 11:30 AM Funeral Mass:

St. Francis Assisi Church
391 Delaware Avenue
Albany, NY

Flags & Water:

Flags Will NOT Be Provided, Please Bring Your Own.

If you have large bike flags, please bring them.

Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.

STAGING #2 DETAILS: 24 Apr, 2017

Staging #2 Time: 1:30 P.M.

Gerald B.H. Solomon
Saratoga National cemetery
200 Duell Road

Schuylerville, New York - 12871

Ride Captain:

Ray Sestak
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(518)669-3358

Special Instructions:

For those members staging directly at the cemetery, please stage quietly at Interment Shelter #2, and be aware of any services in progress.

Flags & Water:

Flags Will NOT Be Provided, Please Bring Your Own.

Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed

Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.

Submitted By: Ray Sestak
Position: Assistant State Captain