PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

Richard M. Rheaume

United States Marine Corps
Cold War Era Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 09/26/2025

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of Richard M. "Ric" Rheaume has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. Richard, 63 of Hudson Falls, passed away Thursday morning, September 18, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his family.

Richard was born on May 28, 1962 in Westfield, MA.  After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he served his country on active duty from 1980 – 1983 as an Auto Mechanic (Specialty 3521).  he was honorably discharged at the rank of Lance Corporal (E-3), and for his service, was awarded a Good Conduct Medal.

Ric worked for many years at Tree Care by Stan Hunt, where he was a talented crane operator.

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

09/26/2025 at 11:30am

Staging Location:

Carlton Funeral Home
68 Main St
Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

John Mercier
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Special Information:

Members will stand a flag line for dignified transfer, and then escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for a 1 pm service

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

09/26/2025 at 12:30pm

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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