Honor Mission
Robert A. Skorupa
US Marine Corps Vietnam War Veteran
East Aurora, NY - 11/09/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
["Region 1","Region 2"]
About the Mission:
The family of Vietnam Veteran, First Responder Robert A. Skorupa has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his Military Honors funeral service. Mr. Skorupa passed 1 November 2024 with his family at his side. Mr. Skorupa was born 18 Feb. 1947. He entered the Marine Corps on 20 August 1964 serving our nation 3yrs 11 months active duty with 1yr 10 months tour of duty in Vietnam. Honorably discharged on 2 August 1968 with reserve obligation ending 30 June 1970. For his service, Mr. Skorupa was awarded; Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/2 Bronze Service Stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal w/ 60 Device. After his service, Mr. Skorupa served 35 yrs in the Cheektowaga, NY police dept. protecting his community.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
11/09/2024 at 09:00am
Staging Location:
Nativity Lutheran Church
970 East Main St.
East Aurora, NY 14052
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Bob Woodward
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 guests. At 11:15 am, mass will begin. After mass, military honors will be conducted. Take breaks when needed and bring water. Thank you for standing for Robert A. Skorupa, First Responder, Vietnam Veteran.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
SRC Dick Hancock
rb 11/06; MER
