PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

William H. Bregenzer

United States Army
Vietnam Era Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 09/17/2024

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of William H. Bregenzer has requested Patriot Guard Riders participaton in his military honors funeral services.  William, age 84, died on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY.

Born in Troy, NY, William was a graduate of Troy High School, and later continued his education at Union College where he earned his bachelor's degree. He enlisted in the US Army during the Vietnam War, on 17 February 1964.  He was trained as a General Draftsman (MOS 81A10) and served 3 years on active duty, including 14 months in Korea.  He was honorably discharged on 16 February 1967 at the rank of Specialist 4th Class (E-4), and for his service was awarded a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Marksman Badge (Rifle, M-14).

William's professional life was dedicated to his work as a civil engineer with the New York State Department of Transportation in Albany, NY.

William's full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

09/17/2024 at 10:30am

Staging Location:

Shenendehowa United Methodist Church
971 NY 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Bruce Barger
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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:

We will stage for dignified transfer, and arrival of family and friends until the 11:00 am service. After the service is over, we will escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for a 1pm shelter service.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

09/17/2024 at 12:30pm

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Bruce Barger
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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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