PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

James P. Foley

US Navy
Cold War Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 05/15/2023

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of James P. Foley has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. James, 86, passed away on April 3, 2023, at his residence in Monroe, NY.

Born in Bronx, NY, James enter the US Navy on 22 June 1955. He was trained as a Yeoman (Typist) (MOS YN-2620-01) and served until his release from active duty on 21 June 1957. His active duty time included almost two years overseas. He was honorably discharged upon completion of his reserve duty on 30 July 1962 at the rank of Petty Officer 3rd Class (YNT3).

After his military service, James became an Auditor for the United States Department of Education in New York, NY. He enjoyed reading novels, spending as much time on the beach as possible, going to the opera, and listening to classical music.

A full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

05/15/2023 at 10:00am

Staging Location:

Howard B. Tate Funeral Home
2237 NY Route 7
Troy, NY 12180

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Shirley Gawlak - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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:

Staging at the funeral home with a flag line for dignified transfer. Escort to Saratoga National Cemetery to follow, with anticipated KSU of 10:30 am.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

05/15/2023 at 11:00am

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Road
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Shirley Gawlak - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Second Stage - Special Information:

Interment with military honors scheduled for 11:30 am. Please stage quietly in accordance with current guidelines.

Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?

no

Submitted by:

Ray Sestak

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