Honor Mission
Michael S. Maloney
US Army
Vietnam Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 08/31/2023
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Michael S. Maloney has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. Michael, 79, passed suddenly on August 6, 2023.
Michael spent his childhood in Averill Park, NY and graduated from Averill Park High School. He enlisted in the US Army on 22 March 1965 and was trained as Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (MOS63B2P). He served a total of 2 years on active duty, including a tour of duty in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne, 2nd Battalion, 327 Infantry Division. Michael received the Army’s Commendation for meritorious service in Vietnam as a squad leader, while on search and destroy operations in the Trungh Lung Valley. He was honorably discharged on 21 March 1967 at the rank of Specialist 4th Class, and for his service, was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge, Parachutist Badge, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and 1 Overseas Service Bar.
After his military service, Michael worked for the Department of Defense for 30 years. After retirement, Michael excelled at all handyman work, electrician, carpentry, and mechanic. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, golfer, Yankee & Giants fan, and loved his dogs. He was a member of the Rotterdam Eagles, American Legion, and a communicant of Our Lady Queen Peace Church.
Portions of the above narrative are contained in Michael's obituary, available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
08/31/2023 at 08:30am
Staging Location:
Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home
501 Union Street (at North Jay St.)
Schenectady, NY 12305
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Ray Sestak
518-669-3358
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 the dignified transfer. Escort to Saratoga National Cemetery to follow.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
08/31/2023 at 09:30am
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 10:00 am. Please stage quietly and in accordance with current guidelines.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 08/23; MER
