PGRNY Current Missions

Honor Mission

James E. Connery

US Marine Corps
Cold War Era Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 10/25/2024

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of James Edward "Ned" Connery has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. James, 87, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH and formerly of both Lansingburgh, NY and Port Orange, FL, peacefully passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at The Arbors at Stow in Stow, OH.

Born in Troy, NY, Ned was a graduate of LaSalle Institute in Troy, Class of 1955, and served in the US Marine Corps as a Printer/Reproductionman (Specialty Code 1500). He earned the rank of Private First Class, and was honorably discharged on July 31, 1958.

Mr. Connery retired after 41 years of dedicated service from Albany Felt/Albany International in Menands where he was employed as a Weaver. His obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here.

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

10/25/2024 at 08:45am

Staging Location:

John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc.
565 Fourth Ave.
Troy, New York 12182

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Bill Schaaf
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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:

Staging at the funeral home with a flag line for a dignified transfer. Anticipated KSU of 09:15 am for an escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for a 10:00 am interment service.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

10/25/2024 at 09:30am

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Road
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Bill Schaaf
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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:

Ray Sestak

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