Honor Mission
Dwight J. Nielsen
US Marine Corps
Vietnam Era Veteran
Albany, NY - 11/24/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Dwight James Nielsen has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in a celebration of his life. Dwight, 65, of East Greenbush, NY passed on 8 February 2021 in Florida.
Born in Albany, NY, Dwight was a 1974 graduate of Milne High School. He entered the US Marine Corps on 31 December 1974, and was honorably discharged on 12 June 1975. He later worked as a railroad engineer and was a proud member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Engineers.
Portions of the above narrative are contained in Dwight's obituary, available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
11/24/2024 at 10:45am
Staging Location:
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
125 Eagle St.
Albany, NY 12202
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Ray Sestak
518-669-3358
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 church with a flag line for the arrival of family and guests. Church services are scheduled for 11:00 am, followed by escort to the Joseph E. Zaloga American Legion Post 1520, 4 Everett Rd. Ext., Albany, NY 12205 where a Celebration of Life will take place.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 11/19; MER
