PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

John J. Corti

US Army
Vietnam Veteran
Law Enforcement Officer

Multi-City, NY - 09/14/2022

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

Patriot Guard Riders has been invited to participate in the military honors funeral services of John J. Conti.  John, 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 5, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family.

Born in Glens Falls, John graduated from South Glens Falls High School, and then proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Green Beret in the 101st Airborne Division, serving two tours of duty in Vietnam.

John was employed by Security Supply as a driver for over 20 years. He also continued serving his community as a South Glens Falls police officer.  John was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting. He camped for many years at the Queen Village Campground in Warrensburg where he made many friends.

Portions of the above narrative are contained in John's obituary, available for viewing online by clicking here

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

09/14/2022 at 08:45am

Staging Location:

Kilmer Funeral Home
82 Broadway
Fort Edward, NY 12828

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

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

518-361-6410

Special Covid-19 Mission Guidelines:

Updated 8 March 2022

Based on the most current COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines: NYS Guidelines of 2 March 2022, 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:

We will stage a flagline for the dignified transfer and then provide an escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for a 10:00 am service.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

09/14/2022 at 09:30am

Second Location - PLEASE NOTE UPDATED STAGING INSTRUCTIONS

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Dan Nolin

Second Stage - Special Information:

Note that there is a new staging protocol for Saratoga National Cemetery.  PGR members will stage by parking ONLY on the right side of the roadway near Section 21.  If that area is full, the overflow parking area will be on the right side of the roadway near Interment Shelter 1.  Please park as closely together as possible.  As always, you are asked to stage quietly and respectfully.  Interment services for this mission will be conducted in Interment Shelter 1.    Please click here to view a map of the designated area

Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?

no

Submitted by:

Dan Nolin

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