PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

Noel J. Drindak

United States Navy
Retired

Multi-City, NY - 07/05/2024

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of Noel J. Drindak has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services.  Mr.Drindak, age 82, died peacefully on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Laredo, TX, Noel spent his childhood in Shreveport, LA where he was raised, and later attended the University of Arkansas for two years. He then enlisted into the US Navy in 1965, where he served aboard various submarines, his fondest memories being on the USS Greenling. While overseas, he notably received the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medals (5 awards), Navy Expeditionary Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation (3 awards), Sea Service Ribbon (2 awards), Enlisted Silver Submarine Dolphins, and the FBM Deterrent Patrol Pin (3 awards).

Noel was honorably discharged in 1985 with the rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer (E-8, ETCS(SS) . During his service, he also completed his bachelor’s degree at Regents College. Upon his Navy retirement, Noel earned his master’s degree from RPI. He spent twenty years working as an esteemed Nuclear Physicist for KAPL. He made many strides and developments throughout his career that greatly benefitted both the industry and his colleagues.

Portions of the above narrative are contained in Mr. Drindak's obituary which is available for viewing online by clicking here

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

07/05/2024 at 12:00pm

Staging Location:

Christ Episcopal Church
15 W High St.
Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

John Mercier
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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:

Stage quietly as we will arrive after or during the church service. We will stand a flag line until dignified transfer, then escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for a 2:30 service.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

07/05/2024 at 02:00pm

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

John Mercier
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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

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