Honor Mission
John D. Rothermel
United States Navy
Vietnam Veteran
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Multi-City, NY - 05/31/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of John D. "Dave" Rothermel has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. John, 74,passed on Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
Born in Albany, NY, Dave, graduated from Lake George High School in 1967. He enlisted in the US Navy on 26 November 1968, and was trained as a Builder in the Seabees.He served on active duty until 20 November 1970, including almost 8 months overseas in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Petty Officer 3rd Class, with a rating of Builder 3. For his service, John was awarded a National Defense Service Medal and Vietnam Service Medal with Fleet Marine Force Combat Insignia.
After his military service, Dave continued his profession as a builder.
A full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
05/31/2024 at 09:30am
Staging Location:
Carlton Funeral Home
68 Main St.
Hudson Falls, NY 12839
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Dan Nolin
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 stand a flag line for the dignified transfer, then escort to the Church of St Mary’s-St Paul's Church for an 11:00 am service. After church services, we will escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for a 1:30 pm service.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
05/31/2024 at 01:00pm
Second Location:
Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Dan Nolin
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
rs 05/20; MER