Honor Mission
Robert E. Lee
United States Navy
Korean War Era Veteran
Law Enforcement Officer
Multi-City, NY - 08/14/2023
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Robert E. Lee has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. Robert, age 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at his home with his family by his side.
Born in Albany, NY, Robert enlisted in the US Navy on 16 February 1953, and was trained as a Lithographer (Specialty Number LI-3619-42). he served a total of 3 years and 8 months, with 2 years and 4 months at sea, including time aboard the USS Arcadia (AD-23), a Klondike-class Destroyer Tender. He was honorably discharged on 2 November 1956 at the rank of Petty Officer 3rd Class. For his service, he was awarded the Good Conduct Award, National Defense Service Medal and the Navy Occupation Service Medal (Europe)
Robert later enjoyed a prestigious 30-year career as a Sergeant with the Albany Police Department, Arbor Hill Division. He gave so much to his service and dedicated all efforts to being the best he could be. Robert was also a lifetime member of the Saratoga Eagles 2586, and a 43-year member of the American Legion. In his free time, Robert greatly enjoyed hunting and fishing.
A full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
08/14/2023 at 08:45am
Staging Location:
Townley and Wheeler Funeral Home
21 Midline Rd.
Ballston Lake 12019
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Shirley Gawlak
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:
Members will stage a flag line for arrival of family and guests. Following the dignified transfer, members will escort to Memory Gardens for a 10:30 am graveside service.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
08/14/2023 at 10:00am
Second Location:
Memory Gardens
983 Watervliet Shaker Rd.
Albany, NY 12205
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Shirley Gawlak
Second Stage - Special Information:
Anyone staging at Memory Gardens present flag line upon arrival of escort. Albany Police presence is anticipated.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Dan Nolin
rs 08/10; MER
