Honor Mission
Martin R. Van Buren
US Navy
Cold War Era Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 11/12/2024
***UPDATED 9 November 2024 - 18:05 Hrs***
Primary Staging Time has changed. See
updated information below.
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Martin R. "Marty" Van Buren has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. Martin, 68, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, in Glenville, NY.
Born in Schenectady, NY, Martin was a graduate of Schalmont High School's Class of 1974. He enlisted in the US Navy on 1 November 1976, and was trained as a Radioman. He served almost 3 years on active duty, including 2 years at sea aboard the USS Chicago (CG-11), a Baltimore-Class heavy cruiser, and was honorable discharged at the rank of Seaman (E-3), on 1 November 1979.
Following his military service, Marty studied at the United Electronics Institute in Tampa, FL. His talents were showcased by the different careers that he had; he worked as a welder, tin knocker and in construction. Marty’s most notable position was working as a laborer for the NYSDEC Saratoga Tree Nursery in Saratoga Springs, NY until his retirement.
Portions of the above narrative are contained in Martin's obituary, available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
UPDATED
11/12/2024 at 09:30 am
Staging Location:
Glenville Funeral Home
9 Glenridge Road
Schenectady, NY 12302
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Ray Sestak
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:
Staging at the funeral home with a flag line for the arrival of family and guests. Funeral service scheduled for 10:00 am, followed by dignified transfer. Members will escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for interment with military honors.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
11/12/2024 at 11:30am
Second Location:
Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Road
Schuylerville, NY 12871
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Ray Sestak
518-669-3358
Second Stage - Special Information:
Interment with military honors scheduled for 12:00 pm. Please stage quietly, and in accordance with current guidelines.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 10/29; MER
