Honor Mission
Kenneth A. Bornt
United States Army
Cold War Era Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 01-14-2026
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Kenneth Alan Bornt has requested Patriot Guard Rider participation in his military honors funeral services. Kenneth, 82, passed on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
Born in Troy, NY, Kenneth was a graduate of Tamarac High School. He enlisted in the United States Army during September of 1960, and was trained as a Field Artilleryman (MOS 140.00). After training, he was assigned to Battery "B", 2nd Howitzer Battalion, 28th Artillery Regiment in Bad Kissen, Germany. He served for almost 3 years on active duty, including 2 years and 7 months overseas and was honorably discharged at the rank of Private First Class (PFC, E-3) on 10 September 1963. He completed his inactive reserve obligation on 21 September 1965, and for his service, was awarded: Expert Badges for 155 mm Howitzer and Small Arms (.45 cal.) and Sharpshooter Badge (Rifle, M-14).
After his military service, Kenneth was employed by Albany Frosted Foods. There is no obituary available at this time.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
01-14-2026 at 11:45am
Staging Location:
Howard B. Tate & Son Funeral Home
2237 NY 7
Troy, NY 12180
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Ray Sestak
518-669-3358
Special Information:
Staging at the funeral home with a flag line for a dignified transfer. Escort to Saratoga National Cemetery will follow.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
01-14-2026 at 12:30pm
Second Location:
Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Road
Schuylerville, NY 12871
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Ray Sestak
518-669-3358
Second Stage - Special Information:
Interment with military honors scheduled for 1:00 pm. Please stage quietly and in accordance with current guidelines.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 01/11
