Honor Mission
James A. Sasko
US Air Force
Cold War Era Veteran
Schuylerville, NY - 11/01/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of James A. Sasko has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. James age 84, died peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at home with his loving family by his side.
Born on March 20, 1940, in Troy, NY, James attended Heatly High School in Green Island, NY. He enlisted in the US Air Force on 12 February 1958 and was trained as a Cryogenic Fluids Production Specialist (AFSC 54450Z). He served a total of 3 years and 11 months on active duty, including 1 year and 3 months assigned to the 5040th Consolidated Aircraft Maintenance Group at Elmendorf AFB in Alaska. He was honorably discharged on 12 January 1962 at the rank of Airman 2nd Class (E-3), and for his service was awarded the USAF Good Conduct Medal.
After his military service, James worked various positions until joining GF Wertime Building Supply in Cohoes, NY where he worked as the store manager until his retirement. James was never satisfied with sitting still, so he went back to work part time during his “retirement” years with his son's family business, Teakwood Builders.
James' full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
11/01/2024 at 10:30am
Staging Location:
Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Jim "Fuzzy" Marshall
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:
Please stage quietly and in accordance with current guidelines.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Dan Nolin
rs 10/26; MER
