Honor Mission
Cornelius R. Rogers, Jr.
US Air Force
Vietnam Veteran
Schuylerville, NY - 06/02/2023
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
We have been requested by the family of Cornelius Rogers to participate in his military honors funeral services. Cornelius "Sonny" Rogers Jr passed away on February 18th, 2023 in Colorado while traveling with his wife.
Sonny proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1969-1975 when he was honorably discharged. He cherished the stories and experiences he had while serving. He served 3 years and 8 months on active duty, enlisting on 9 June 1969. Released on 2 March 1973, and honorably discharged on 8 June 1975. He served as an Aircraft Mechanic (AFSC 43151C) and spent 4 months overseas. He received the USAF Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Vietnam Service Medal.
He recently traveled to some of the bases where he served. He was an active member in the American Legion in Hudson, NY, and the VFW in Ghent.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
06/02/2023 at 12:30 pm
Staging Location:
Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Shirley Gawlak -
Special Covid-19 Mission Guidelines:
Updated 8 March 2022
Based on the most current COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines: Protect Yourself and Your Family from COVID-19, and CDC Guidelines of 3 March 2022, going forward, the Lead Ride Captain for any mission will be responsible for determining whether PGR members will have to mask up or not. Please ensure that you have a mask with you, should the need arise, and respect the LRC’s decision in these matters.
Special Information:
Please stage quietly and in accordance with current guidelines.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Dan Nolin
BM - 05/24; MER
