PGRNY Current Missions

Honor Mission

Richard L. Anderson

United States Navy - Retired
Vietnam War Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 04/04/2025

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of Richard L Anderson has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. Richard, 80, of Stewart Ave., passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Richard joined the United States Navy at the age of 17 on November 22, 1961. He was trained as a Disbursement Clerk (DK 1 SW) and served on active duty for over 24 years, retiring on May 31, 1986. He was stationed at various locations over the year, both on-shore and shipboard.  His last duty assignment was aboard the USS Inchon (LPH12), an Iwo Jima-class amphibious assault ship. His active duty time included a tour of duty in Vietnam.  He retired at the rank of Petty Officer 1st Class (E-6), and for his service was awarded a Combat Action Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2nd award), Vietnam Service Medal and Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal w/60 Device.

Upon retiring from the Navy, Richard worked at small engine repair for overhead cranes, heavy equipment operator, worked at Finch Pruyn Paper as security, and the U.S. Post Office at Glens Falls National Bank for 10 years, where he eventually retired.

Richard's full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

04/04/2025 at 12:00pm

Staging Location:

Baker Funeral Home
11 Lafayette St.
Queensbury, NY 12804

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Dan Nolin
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518-361-6410

Special Information:

Staging at the funeral home with a flag line for a dignified transfer.  Escort to Saratoga National Cemetery to follow. Richard was a friend from our American Legion Family.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

04/04/2025 at 01:00pm

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Dan Nolin
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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:

Dan Nolin

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