Honor Mission
John "Jeep" Demmin
US Marine Corps
Cold War Era Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 10/04/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 1, Region 2
About the Mission:
The family of John "Jeep" Demmin has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. John passed 1 October 2024 at the age of 64 with family at his side.
Born 18 November 1959 in Lockport, NY, John entered the Marine Corps on 26 August 1978, after graduating high school. He was stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC with the 8th Engineer Battalion creating new firing ranges and teaching new Marines how to locate and dispose of IEDs safely. John served our nation honorably stateside with 2 years on active duty, and 4 years reserve obligation.
A full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
10/04/2024 at 10:00am
Staging Location:
Terry's Corners Fire Company
7801 Chestnut Ridge Rd. (RT-77)
Gasport, NY 14067
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 stand a flag line for arriving family and guests. After a dignified transfer, members will escort our hero and family to Acacia Park Cemetery, 4215 Tonawanda Creek Rd, North Tonawanda, NY 14120. Bring water and dress for the weather.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
SRC Dick Hancock
rs 10/02; MER
