PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

Gerald L. Rose, Sr.

United States Army
Cold War Era Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 03/31/2025

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, region 5

About the Mission:

The family of Gerald L. Rose, Sr. has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services.  Gerald, 80, of Route 423, died peacefully in the comfort of his home on March 26, 2025.

Born in Bennington, VT, on January 6, 1945, Gerald joined the US Army on 28 February 1962 at the age of 17.  He served on active duty as an Armor Intelligence Specialist (MOS 133.10) until his honorable discharge at the rank of Specialist 4th Class (E-4) on 26 February 1965.  His time included 14 months of overseas duty.  For his service, Gerald was awarded a Letter of Commendation, Expert Badge (M-14 Rifle) and Marksman Badge (Pistol).

After his military service, Jerry worked as a Pipe Fitter at General Electric Silicone Products Division, Waterford for over 30 years. He was a lifetime member and former president of the American Legion Post 490, Stillwater and also a longtime member of the Saratoga Eagles Club #2568.

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

03/31/2025 at 09:00am

Staging Location:

DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home
39 Main St.
Mechanicville, NY 12118

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Dan Nolin
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518-361-6410

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:

We will stage with a flag line for dignified transfer, then escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for a 10 am service.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

03/31/2025 at 09:30am

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Dan Nolin
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Second Stage - Special Information:

Please stage quietly and in accordance with current guidelines.

Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?

no

Submitted by:

Dan Nolin

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