Honor Mission
John J. Branche
US Air Force
Vietnam Veteran
Batavia, NY - 10/04/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 1, Region 2
About the Mission:
The family of John J. Branche has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services at Western New York National Cemetery. Mr. Branche passed 7 September 2024 at the age of 81 with family by his side.
After graduating from Notre Dame High School in Batavia, NY, Mr. Branche entered the Air Force on 27 December 1962, and served our nation honorably for almost 4 years as a Ground Radar Operator (AFSC 29350), in the Pacific Command Area, including 1year and 6 months in Vietnam. Mr. Branche was released from active duty 22 November 1966 at the rank of Airman First Class, and for his service, was awarded the Air Force Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and a Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal.
After his service Mr. Branche made a career at Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, NY.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
10/04/2024 at 09:30am
Staging Location:
H.E. Turner Funeral Home
403 East Main St.
Batavia, NY 14020
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
SRC Dick Hancock
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 stand flag line for arriving family and guests. After a dignified transfer, members will escort our hero and family to WNYNC for interment with military honors scheduled for 1:00 pm. Bring water and dress for the weather.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
SRC Dick Hancock
rs 10/01: MER
