Honor Mission
Christopher G. Moran
US Army
Global War on Terrorism Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 08/14/2023
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 8, Region 9
About the Mission:
The family of Christopher G. Moran has requested the Patriot Guard Riders participation at his final military honors. Christopher was a proud US Army Veteran who served in Iraq as an Automated Logistics Specialist. Chris attained the rank of Sergeant (E5) and earned the following commendations and awards- Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal-Irag, Campaign Medal W/Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, and Overseas Service Ribbon 2nd award. Chris sustained injuries which led to his retirement and status as 100% disabled.
Please join us as we honor this Hero for his sacrifice and service to our Country.
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:
Maloney Lake Funeral Home
132 Ronkonkoma Avenue
Lake Ronkonkoma, New York 11779
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
John J Merkle
631-428-3177
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:
We will stand a flag line at the funeral home for a dignified transfer to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
08/14/2023 at 09:30am
Second Location:
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
800 Portion Road
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Click here for map
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
John Merkle
631-428-3177
Second Stage - Special Information:
After the service, we will escort past the home in Holtsville en-route to Calverton National Cemetery.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
yes
Third Staging Date and Staging Time:
08/14/2023 at 11:00am
Third Location:
Calverton National Cemetery
210 Princeton Blvd
Calverton, NY 11933
Third Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Mike Osip
Third Stage - Special Information:
Due to an expected 3 funerals arriving at Calverton simultaneously, please assemble at the main gate and see Mike. Please bring your own flags as we may need to divide to provide coverage at the concurrent services.
It is anticipated that the Combat Vets and Spider Riders will also be part of the escort from Maloney Lake Funeral Home. Estimated arrival is 11:15-11:30.
Is there a Fourth Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
John Joseph Merkle
rs 08/12; MER
