Honor Mission
Jerry Dean Syzdek
US Navy - Retired
Global War on Terrorism Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 09/07/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Jerry Dean Syzdek has requested Patriot Guard Riders participation in his military honors funeral services. Jerry, 55, of Mayfield, New York, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024 at home.
Jerry was born on June 11, 1969 in Amsterdam, where he lived for most of his life. He attended Amsterdam schools, and was a graduate of Amsterdam High School. After graduating from high school, Jerry enlisted in the United States Navy. He proudly served his country for 20 years, during which time he had been deployed to serve during Operation Desert Storm and the Persian Gulf War. He attained the rank of Petty Officer 2nd Class, with a rating of Aviation Metalsmith 2.
For his service, he was awarded; the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, Meritorious Unit Commendation (4th award), Navy "E" Ribbon (3rd award), Navy Good Conduct Medal (5th award), National Defense Service Medal (2nd award, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal w/2 Bronze Stars, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (5th award), Navy Recruiting Ribbon, Kuwait Liberation (Kuwait)(2nd award), Navy Gold Wreath (4th award) and an Enlisted Aviation Warfare Insignia.
Following his retirement from the Navy, Jerry went on to work as a mechanic for many years in the local area.
A full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
09/07/2024 at 10:45am
Staging Location:
Betz, Rossi, Bellinger & Stewart Family Funeral Homes
171 Guy Park Ave.
Amsterdam, NY 12010
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Paul Orzolek
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 funeral home with a flag line for the arrival of family and guests. We will stand for the last hour of Visitation, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Following services at the funeral home, members will escort to Prospect Hill Cemetery, Gloversville, NY 12078, for interment with military honors.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 09/05; MER
