Honor Mission
William W. Glassmire
US Army
Korean War Era Veteran
Kenmore, NY - 07/20/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 1, Region 2
About the Mission:
The family of William W. Glassmire has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his Mass of Christian Burial and interment with military honors. Mr. Glassmire passed on June 7, 2024 at 95 years of age in the care of Brothers of Mercy In Buffalo, NY.
Born on January 26, 1929 in Pottsville, PA, Mr. Glassmire entered the Army during the Korean Conflict at the age of 22 on October 30 ,1951. He served with the 82nd Airborne Division, "H" Company, 504th Infantry as a Mechanic stateside until October 29, 1953. He was honorably discharged at Fort Bragg, NC, and for his service, was awarded a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Parachutist Badge.
Mr. Glassmire's obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
07/20/2024 at 09:30am
Staging Location:
St. John the Baptist Parish
1085 Englewood Avenue
Kenmore N.Y. 14218
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Jon Ben
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. After mass and a dignified transfer, members will escort our hero and family to Holy Cross Cemetery, Lackawanna, NY for interment with military honors. Bring fluids and take breaks when needed. Make sure your flags are secure.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Dick (DIXIE)Hancock
rs 07/16; MER
