Honor Mission
George R. Lipponer
U.S. Marine Corps
Korean War Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 07/29/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 8, Region 9
About the Mission:
The family of George Lipponer has requested the Patriot Guard Riders participation at his final military services.
In 1950, at the age of 18, George entered the United States Marines Corps and served his country for four years. He was a Sergeant when he was discharged in 1954. Mr. Lipponer served in the Korean War and participated in three battles/campaigns:
- Assault and seizure of Inchon
- Capture and securing of Seoul
- Wonsan-Hungnam-Chosin Campaign, Northern Korea
George was the recipient of six medals/citations, including a Purple Heart for injuries sustained in Korea. He was a survivor of the brutal 17-day epic Battle of Chosin Reservoir, one of the most notorious and devastating campaigns of the Korean War. He is a member of the Chosin Few (Also known as the Chosen Frozen for having fought in hand-to-hand combat in sub-zero conditions). This Marine organization has bound a select group as “one for life in a fraternity of honor.”
In addition to receiving the Purple Heart, George was awarded the following commendations-Presidential Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal.
George was a general contractor and an accomplished author; he wrote six books, including The End of Forever and My Time in the Marine Corps. Mr. Lipponer was featured in James Brady’s book: Why Marines Fight (chapter 23) and described his experience in Korea as one that he “wouldn't trade for a million dollars.”
Please join in celebrating the life and service of this incredible American hero.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
07/29/2024 at 10:45 am
Staging Location:
Maloney Lake Funeral and Cremation Center
132 Ronkonkoma Ave
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
John Merkle
631-428-3177
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:
After a dignified transfer at the Maloney funeral home, we will proceed past the two houses he lived in (in Ronkonkoma) before proceeding to Washington Memorial Park in Mt Sinai.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
Yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
07/29/2024 at 12:00pm
Second Location:
Washington Memorial Park
855 Canal Rd.
Mt Sinai, NY 11766
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
John Merkle
631-428-3177
Second Stage - Special Information:
Please bring your own flags, meet at the admin building and await the escort from Maloney Funeral home. Due to the late notification of this service, it is uncertain if the Marines can fulfill the request to provide honors at the Funeral home. (The funeral home has made the request). If any members are willing to participate as an honor guard to fold the flag, please text me 631-428-3177. This will be plan B if the Marine Honor Guard is unavailable.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
No
Submitted by:
John Merkle
BM - 07/27; MER
