PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

Charles L. Blake

US Marine Corps
Cold War Era Veteran

Batavia, NY - 06/07/2024

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 1, Region 2

About the Mission:

The family of Charles L. Blake has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his funeral services. Mr. Blake passed on May 20, 2024 at the age of 64.

Mr. Blake was born in Girdle Tree, Maryland and, after graduating from Snow Hill High School, entered in the US Marine Corps.  He served our country from August 29, 1977 to August 28, 1981 as a Field Radio Operator with the 3rd Batallion, 10th Marines, 2nd Marine Division.  His active duty time included 11 months 25 days of Sea Service. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Corporal, and for his service was awarded the Good Conduct Medal and Rifle Expert Badge. Mr. Blake's interment will be in Eastern Shore Veterans Cemetery, Hurlock, Maryland.

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

06/07/2024 at 03:30pm

Staging Location:

H.E Turner Funeral Home
403 East Main St.
Batavia, NY 14020

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Dick Hancock
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Special Covid-19 Mission Guidelines:

Updated 15, May 2024

The CDC has changed its COVID-19 protocol recommendations for 2024, updating them to reflect the changing severity and transmission of the virus. Please click here for the latest information and continue to practice common sense distancing protocols while in enclosed locations.

Special Information:

Members will form a flag line for arriving family and friends. Members will stand for first hour only for our hero.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

no

Submitted by:

Dick (DIXIE)Hancock

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