PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

SFC Clinton W. Preston, Jr.

US Army
Vietnam Veteran
Former POW

Watervliet, NY - 11/30/2022

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of SFC Clinton W. "Sonny" Preston, Jr. has requested Patriot Guard Rider participation in his military honors funeral services. Sergeant Preston, 75, of Watervliet, passed away peacefully at home on November 22, 2022 with his beloved family at his bedside.

Born in Alexandria, VA, Clinton grew up on military bases around the world due to his father’s service in the US Air Force. His family later settled into their home in Albany where he graduated from Philip Schuyler High School in 1965. Immediately following graduation he enlisted in the United States Army and began his own long and distinguished military career. Clinton was an Army Airborne Ranger who served 3 tours in Vietnam, survived becoming a prisoner of war, all while earning a Bronze Star, Silver Star, Purple Heart, Distinguished Service Cross, and many other medals and awards. He also spent much of his enlistment as a Drill Sergeant. He was proud to serve his country alongside his comrades.

Clinton was also proud of his Native American heritage Mohawk of the Turtle Clan. He could find laughter in any situation with his profound sense of humor. Clinton is an American hero who will certainly be missed by loved ones and friends alike.

A complete obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

11/30/2022 at 09:15am

Staging Location:

Parker Brothers Memorial Funeral Home
2013 Broadway
Watervliet, NY 12189

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Bill Schaaf - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

518-542-0608

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 arrival of family and guests. A funeral service will be conducted at 10:00 am, followed by 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:

11/30/2022 at 11:30am

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Road
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Bill Schaaf

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518-542-0608

Second Stage - Special Information:

Please stage quietly, following updated staging protocols.

Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?

no

Submitted by:

Ray Sestak

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