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Honor Mission
Thomas A. Kergel
US Army
Army National Guard
Schenectady, NY - 07/23/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Thomas A. "Tom" Kergel has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. Tom, 78, passed away peacefully after a short illness on July 18, 2024, in Albany, New York.
Born in Schenectady, New York, Tom graduated from Linton High School in 1963 and briefly attended Iowa College. He answered the call of duty to serve his country in the United States Army in 1967 during the Vietnam War, and went on to serve in the Army National Guard where he earned the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6).
After his honorable discharge, Tom joined the General Electric Apprentice Program, where he committed 33 years of dedicated service. He also lent his skills as a machinist to Alco Locomotives in his hometown of Schenectady, contributing to the craftsmanship that powered America.
A full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
07/23/2024 at 10:00am
Staging Location:
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church
153 Nott Terrace
Schenectady, NY 12308
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Ray Sestak
518-669-3358
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:
Staging at the church with a flag line for the arrival of family and guests. Funeral cortege expected at 10:15 am, with services scheduled for 11:00 am. Escort to Park View Cemetery, 40 Fehr Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309 will follow church services. Interment with military honors scheduled for 12:30 pm.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 07/20; MER
