Honor Mission
David J. Mahler
United States Army
Gulf War Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 07/14/2025
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of David J. "Dave" Mahler has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. David, 57, of Warrensburg, passed away July 6, 2025.
Born in Albany, NY, on September 6, 1967, David grew up in Warrensburg, where he excelled in football and basketball at Warrensburg Central School. After high school, David entered the US Army on 14 November 1989. He was trained as a Cannon Crewmember (MOS 13B10), and served on active duty during the Persian Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Private (PV-2) on 25 February 1993, and for his service, was awarded; the Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Southwest Asis Service Medal w/3 Bronze Service Stars, Kuwait Liberation Medal, Expert Badge - Grenade and Marksman Badge - Rifle.
Following his honorable discharge, David returned home to the North Country, where he worked in various roles, most recently at Cascades Paper Company.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
07/14/2025 at 09:30am
Staging Location:
Alexander Baker Funeral Home
3809 Main St.
Warrensburg, NY 12885
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Dan Nolin
518-361-640_
Special Information:
We will stage for the arrival of family, conduct a dignified transfer and then escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for an 11am service.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
07/14/2025 at 10:30am
Second Location:
Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Dan Nolin
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
rs 07/10; MER
