Honor Mission
Charles J. Leto
US Marine Corps
Vietnam Era Veteran
Colonie, NY - 09/03/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Charles J. "Charlie" Leto has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. Charlie, 78, passed away on August 26, 2024.
Born in Albany, NY, Charlie served honorably in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War era. After his service, he worked for his parents at 5 Brothers Sand & Gravel Co. and later had his own trucking business based in the Capital Region. He enjoyed and was involved with his cousin Joe Jr's Stock car, the infamous #50 driven by Tommy Corellis and Kenny Shoemaker. He traveled the stock circuits with his cousin Joe Jr. and was liked and respected by all that knew him.
Portions of the above narrative are contained in Charlie's obituary, available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
09/03/2024 at 10:45am
Staging Location:
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
343 New Karner Rd.
Colonie, NY 12205
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Ray Sestak
518-669-3358
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:
Staging at the funeral home with a flag line for the last hour of Visitation, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Dignified transfer and escort to Our Lady Of Angels Cemetery, Central Avenue, Colonie, NY to follow.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 08/28; MER
