PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

John M. "Jack" Grady

US Air Force - Retired
Vietnam Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 10/08/2024

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of Mr. John M. "Jack" Grady has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. Mr. Grady, 77, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024 with his loving family by his side.

Jack served in the United States Air Force, enlisting during the Vietnam War, on 21 January 1966. He served on active duty until retiring at the rank of Master Sergeant (E-7), after 24 years, on 30 November 1988. His time included 13 years and 6 months of foreign service. For his service, Jack was awarded; an Air Force Commendation Medal w/3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Achievement Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award w/2 Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Good Conduct Medal w/1 Silver Star and 1 Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Air Force Overseas Service Ribbon - Short, Air Force Overseas Service Ribbon - Long, w/3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Longevity Ribbon w/3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Training Ribbon, and Republic of Vietnam Campaign Ribbon w/60 Device.

After his military service, Jack worked and retired from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He liked to play baseball, fastpitch softball, and played golf a lot and spending time with his loving family.

A full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here

Please note special instructions for Primary Staging, below.

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

10/08/2024 at 09:30am

Staging Location:

New Comer Cremations and Funerals
181 Troy-Schenectady Rd.
Watervliet, NY 12189

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Ray Sestak
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518-669-3358

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 NOTE:  This stage point is for a very limited number of 4 pre-selected riders only.  The main contingent of PGR members is requested to stage with the family directly at Saratoga National Cemetery at the time indicated in the Second Staging info following.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

10/08/2024 at 10:30am

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Road
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Ray Sestak
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518-669-3358

Second Stage - Special Information:

Please stage quietly and in accordance with current guidelines.

Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?

no

Submitted by:

Ray Sestak

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