Honor Mission
Donald S. Zorichak
US Air Force
Cold War Era Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 06/05/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Donald S. Zorichak has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. Donald, 82, passed on Monday May 27, 2024.
Donald was born in Connellsville, PA, but grew up in Cleveland, OH. After high school, he joined the United States Air Force on 7 January 1959. He was trained as a Vehicle Operator (AFSC 60350A) and was assigned to the 656th Radar Squadron (SAGE) in Saratoga Springs. He served honorably until his discharge at the rank of Airman 2nd Class (E-3), on 1 November 1962.
After serving in the Air Force, Don became an electrician and worked at General Electric in Schenectady for 30 years, where he retired from.
A Full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
06/05/2024 at 09:45am
Staging Location:
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
343 New Karner Road
Colonie, NY 12205
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
John Mercier
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 during Visitation hour 10:00 - 11:00 am. A Time of Remembrance will take place at 11:00 am, followed by a dignified transfer and escort to St. Joseph's Cemetery, 100 Kings Rd, Schenectady, NY 12304 for interment with military honors.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 05/30; MER
