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Honor Mission
George A. Chillak
US Army/NYARNG
Vietnam War Era Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 09/03/2025
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 8, Region 9
About the Mission:
The family of George A. Chillak has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. George, 69, passed on August 28, 2025.
George enlisted in the US Army in 1974, before transferring to the NY Army National Guard. After his military service, he worked as a corrections officer at Rikers Island, and then moved over to the Queens Court House before his retirement in 2001, after 20 years of service. George was an avid fisherman, camper, hunter, sportsman, and family man.
George's full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
09/03/2025 at 10:40am
Staging Location:
St. Peter the Apostle Church
70 Rockaway Street
Islip Terrace, New York
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Jim and Terry Martinelli
631-617-3298
Special Information:
This mission will begin at the church. After the service, there will be a dignified transfer followed by an escort, which will pass the home en-route to Long Island National Cemetery. Please bring your own flags and assemble at the church.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
09/03/2025 at 12:30pm
Second Location:
Long Island National Cemetery
2040 Wellwood Ave
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Jim and Terry Martinelli
631-428-3177
Second Stage - Special Information:
Please bring your own flags, assemble at the Main Gate, and await the arrival of the escort from Albrecht Bruno & O'Shea Funeral Homes, led by Jim and Terry.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
John Merkle
rs 09/01; MER
