Short Notice: Ricky "Rick" Cantolina USN /26th-27th & 30th July 2019 / Ambridge/ Cecil Township, PA
July 26, 2019 – July 30, 2019
Short Notice
Ricky "Rick" Cantolina
U.S. Navy
Vietnam Era Veteran
26th-27th & 30 July 2019
Ambridge/ Cecil Township, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Ricky "Rick" Cantolina, U.S. Navy veteran, to stand in silent honor then escort to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the interment with military honors.
Rick served during the Vietnam Era from June 1972- June 1978 and was aboard the USS Sierra, receiving the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.
Following time served, Rick became a member of American Legion and American Legion Riders Post #512 in Unionville.
Rick served our country and his community with honor, now it our to to stand in honor for him
Friday, 26 February 2019
Staging: 1:00 PM
Bohn Matich Funeral Home Inc
1099 Maplewood Ave, Ambridge, PA 15003
https://goo.gl/maps/SDgyvSqVYTBnvMWeA
Alternate Staging/Briefing: 12:30 PM
Memorial Walkway, POW Circle
National Cemetery Of The Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township, PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/HGsL5MRY6PU2
This is a three day mission, members can attend all of a mission or any part of the mission. PGR sets no time for a member to stand a mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your time.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted.
Deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also, before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Short Notice: Ricky "Rick" Cantolina USN /26th-27th & 30th July 2019 / Ambridge/ Cecil Township, PA
July 26, 2019 – July 30, 2019
Short Notice
Ricky "Rick" Cantolina
U.S. Navy
Vietnam Era Veteran
26th-27th & 30 July 2019
Ambridge/ Cecil Township, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Ricky "Rick" Cantolina, U.S. Navy veteran, to stand in silent honor then escort to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the interment with military honors.
Rick served during the Vietnam Era from June 1972- June 1978 and was aboard the USS Sierra, receiving the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.
Following time served, Rick became a member of American Legion and American Legion Riders Post #512 in Unionville.
Rick served our country and his community with honor, now it our to to stand in honor for him
Friday, 26 February 2019
Staging: 1:00 PM
Bohn Matich Funeral Home Inc
1099 Maplewood Ave, Ambridge, PA 15003
https://goo.gl/maps/SDgyvSqVYTBnvMWeA
Alternate Staging/Briefing: 12:30 PM
Memorial Walkway, POW Circle
National Cemetery Of The Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township, PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/HGsL5MRY6PU2
This is a three day mission, members can attend all of a mission or any part of the mission. PGR sets no time for a member to stand a mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your time.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted.
Deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also, before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Short Notice: Ricky "Rick" Cantolina USN /26th-27th & 30th July 2019 / Ambridge/ Cecil Township, PA
July 26, 2019 – July 30, 2019
Short Notice
Ricky "Rick" Cantolina
U.S. Navy
Vietnam Era Veteran
26th-27th & 30 July 2019
Ambridge/ Cecil Township, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Ricky "Rick" Cantolina, U.S. Navy veteran, to stand in silent honor then escort to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the interment with military honors.
Rick served during the Vietnam Era from June 1972- June 1978 and was aboard the USS Sierra, receiving the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.
Following time served, Rick became a member of American Legion and American Legion Riders Post #512 in Unionville.
Rick served our country and his community with honor, now it our to to stand in honor for him
Friday, 26 February 2019
Staging: 1:00 PM
Bohn Matich Funeral Home Inc
1099 Maplewood Ave, Ambridge, PA 15003
https://goo.gl/maps/SDgyvSqVYTBnvMWeA
Alternate Staging/Briefing: 12:30 PM
Memorial Walkway, POW Circle
National Cemetery Of The Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township, PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/HGsL5MRY6PU2
This is a three day mission, members can attend all of a mission or any part of the mission. PGR sets no time for a member to stand a mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your time.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted.
Deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also, before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
American Hero
US Marine Corps
31 July 2019
McMurray,PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care to be family and pallbearers, to stand in silent honor for an U.S. Marine Corps American Hero then escort and lead a procession to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the interment.
Our American Hero proudly served from 1968-1973 with honor, now its our turn to stand in honor for him.
Requesting at least 6 pallbearers to please contact, Aaron Zeff by phone or by email and to arrive the funeral home by 9:00 AM.
Wednesday, 31 July 2019
Staging: 9:00 AM
Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care
3287 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317
https://goo.gl/maps/dcKqVzBoEfw
Briefing: 9:15 AM
KSU: 9:30 AM
National Cemetery Of The Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township, PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/HGsL5MRY6PU2
Interment with military honors is scheduled for 10:00 AM
Members can attend all of a Mission or any part of the Mission. PGR sets no time for a member to Stand a Mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our Heroes appreciate your time.
This time of year deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted.
PO3 Justin Hendrickson USN HFOT Key Ceremony /3 August 2019/Rochester /Grove City, PA
August 3, 2019 –
PO3 Justin Hendrickson
Homes For Our Troops Key Ceremony
U.S. Navy
Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran
3 August 2019
Rochester /Grove City, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by Homes For Our Troops, to escort then stand in honor for the Key Ceremony for Petty Officer Justin Hendrickson.
In 2001, Justin enlisted the U.S. Navy and became a Hospital Corpsman during Operation Iraqi Freedom deploying to Afghanistan in 2004 with 1st BN. 6 Marines.
In 2005, Justin deployed to Iraq to relieve one of the Marine Rifle Companies shortly after the Battle of Fallujah. On 6 May 2005, while deployed to Iraq with the 3rd BN, 8th Marines, Justin and his unit were conducting a resupply mission in Al Anbar Province Justin and his unit went under attack then was struck by an IED.
Justin received the Purple Heart,Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Combat V Device,Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal,Combat Action Ribbon,Navy Unit Commendation Medal,Good Conduct Medal,National Defense Service Medal,Afghanistan Campaign Medal,Iraq Campaign Medal,Global War On Terror Expeditionary Medal,Global War On Terror Service Medal,Korea Defense Service Medal and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal.Following time served, Justin wanted to continue working in the medical field. Justin earned Bachelors of Nursing and is currently preparing to graduate with his Master’s Degree in Nursing Education and Leadership, along with teaching college courses.
Homes For Our Troops selected Justin and built a home with an open floor plan that will give Justin the freedom to access every room easily so, Please join us to escort then stand for our American Hero, Justin Hendrickson and his family for the Key Ceremony to their specially custom forever home.
Saturday, 3 August 2019
Optional Staging: 7:30 AM
American Legion Post#512
1341 PA-68,Rochester, PA 15074
https://goo.gl/maps/PvAjoQAEhxdBefd7A
KSU: 7:45 AM
Primary Staging: 9:00 AM
Country Fair #44
79 PA-208 Exit 113, Grove City, PA 16127
https://goo.gl/maps/bBgSqhbv6Ui25Xxw6
Briefing: 9:15 AM
KSU: 9:30 AM
Escort & Key Ceremony at 10:00 AM
Members can attend all of a mission or any part of the mission. PGR sets no time for a member to stand a mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your time.
Deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Short Notice: Michael Spearnak USN /3 August 2019 / Mckeesport,PA
August 3, 2019 –
Short Notice
Michael Spearnak
U.S. Navy
WWII Era Veteran
3 August 2019
Mckeesport,PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Michael Spearnak U.S. Navy, to stand in silent honor then escort and lead a procession to the cemetery for the interment.
Michael proudly served from July 1943-June 1946 during WWII. Michael served with honor, now its our turn to stand in honor for him.
Saturday, 3 August 2019
Staging: 10:00 AM
Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
2703 Oneil Blvd, McKeesport, PA 15132
https://goo.gl/maps/VAQ9S3UnysA6kadZ9
Briefing: 10:15 AM
Flag Line: 10:30 AM
Visitation 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Blessing Service at 1:00 PM
Following the Service, KSU escorting for Interment:
St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Cemetery
1907 Eden Park Blvd, Mckeesport,PA 15132
https://goo.gl/maps/61r1gFdaHZ7Gs1Mk6
Upon the arrival of the cemetery, Flag Line set
This time of year deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Members can attend all of a Mission or any part of the Mission. PGR sets no time for a member to Stand a Mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our Heroes appreciate your time.
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the Knox Borough Police Department for National Night Out- a nationally recognized event, first event like this to be held in Clarion County. Knox Borough Police Department serves a population approximately 1250 residents. National Night Out was organized to help build relationships between the community, LEOs, First Responders and the Military.
At the event, there will be LEOs, Fire Fighters, and EMS Departments along with Military personnel to have a good time and to explain what they do and what services each department has to offer.
Tuesday, 6 August 2019
Staging: 4:30 PM
American Legion Post #720
70 Veterans Rd, Knox, PA 16232
https://goo.gl/maps/gdfWhwmJkhh2h3CW9
Briefing: 4:45 PM
KSU, Escorting to: TBD
Keystone Elementary School
451 Huston Ave, Knox, PA 16232
https://goo.gl/maps/UojHoDwxAiy2dh7k9
Event is from 5:00 PM-8 PM
National Night Out, is open to the public and all are welcome!
There will be food,drinks, activities for all age groups and the the event is free of charge.
Members can attend all of a Mission or any part of the Mission. PGR sets no time for a member to Stand a Mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our Heroes appreciate your time.
This time of year deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
American Heroes Honors Ceremony / 7 August 2019 / Cecil Township, PA
August 7, 2019 –
American Heroes Honors Ceremony
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
7 August 2019
Cecil Township, PA
The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to stand in silent honor for veterans that have been interred at the cemetery the past month without military honors. Note that this is a recurring mission held on the first Wednesday of every month.
They stood for us, now its our turn to stand for them.
Wednesday, 7 August 2019
Staging/Briefing: 8:30-8:45 AM
At the cemetery Welcome Center.
***Please stay at the Welcome Center till after the Mission Briefing, once the Briefing is over, we will all go as a group for the interment.***
Flag Line: 9:00 AM
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township,PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/PJYsN
Members can attend all of a mission or any part of the mission. PGR sets no time for a member to escort and or stand a mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your time.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted.
This time of year deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
OVN 2nd Annual Fallen Heroes Run
10 August 2019
Cecil Township/Greensburg, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by Operation Vet Now, to stand in silent honor for the 2nd Annual Fallen Heroes Run and Veterans Appreciation Event. This years ride is dedicated to SSgt Dylan Elchin & Sgt Jason McClary who were both killed in Afghanistan serving our country.
There will be two Staging Locations, one at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the Ceremony and the other, at Z & M Harley-Davidson in Greensburg, standing in a Flag Line, awaiting the arrival of the bikes coming from the cemetery for the Veterans Appreciation Event.
Saturday, 10 August 2019
Staging: 9:00 AM
At the POW Flag
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township,PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/PJYsN
Briefing: 9:15 AM
Arrival of the bikes is approximately around 9:40 AM
Z&M is providing discounts for veterans,food and music
Event concludes at 3:00 PM
Members can attend all of a mission or any part of the mission. PGR sets no time for a member to escort and or stand a mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your time.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted.
This time of year deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Short Notice: Brian M Sheetz USA /14 August 2019 / Uniontown & Cecil Township,PA
August 14, 2019 –
Short Notice
Brian M Sheetz
U.S. Army
Global War On Terrorism
Silver Star & Purple Heart Recipient
14 August 2019
Uniontown & Cecil Township,PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Brian Sheetz, U.S. Army veteran, to stand in silent honor then escort to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for the interment.
Brian served in the U.S. Army, serving in Iraq during the Global War on Terrorism, recipient of the Silver Star Medal for gallantry in action against the enemy in Iraq and received the Purple Heart.
Brian later became a member of the AMVETS, The Military Order of the Purple Heart and The Disabled American Veterans.
Brian received the Silver Star Medal, Purple Heart Medal, Army Commendation Medal,Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal and the Global War On Terror Service Medal.
Brian served our country with honor,now its our to stand in honor for him.
Wednesday, 14 August 2019
Staging: 11:30 AM
Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home, Inc.
603 N Gallatin Ave Ext, Uniontown, PA 15401
https://goo.gl/maps/wTahLUpZ4hEJ4EJS9
Briefing: 11:45 AM
Flag Line: 12:00 PM
Service at 12:30 PM
Following the service KSU,escorting for interment: 1:15 PM
Alternate Staging/Briefing: 2:00 PM
Memorial Walkway, POW Circle
National Cemetery Of The Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township, PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/HGsL5MRY6PU2
Flag Line: 2:15 PM
Interment with Military Honors is scheduled for 2:30 PM
There are two Staging locations and times, members can attend all of a Mission or any part of the Mission. PGR sets no time for a member to stand a Mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your time.
Remember that the National Cemetery is a Federal Reservation and NO WEAPONS are permitted.
The deer are on the move,please be aware & alert of your surroundings. Also before heading out,please watch the weather,dress accordingly,hydrate and bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Short Notice: Lawrence P Marks USA / 16 August 2019 / Beaver & Cecil Township, PA
August 16, 2019 –
Short Notice
Lawrence P Marks
U.S. Army
Vietnam Veteran
16 August 2019
Beaver & Cecil Township, PA
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Lawrence P Marks U.S. Army Veteran, to stand in silent honor then escort to the cemetery for the interment.
Lawrence proudly served in the U.S. Army from December 1963-December 1969 during Vietnam. Lawrence received the Good Conduct Medal, Nation Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal.
After time served, Lawrence became a member of the VFW and Member of the American Legion.
Lawrence served with honor, now its our turn to stand in honor for him.
Friday, 16 August 2019
Staging: 10:45 AM
Noll Funeral Home Inc
333 3rd St, Beaver, PA 15009
https://goo.gl/maps/2SWE8KU6xPtTFUiC7
Alternate Staging/Briefing: 12:00 PM
Memorial Walkway, POW Circle
National Cemetery Of The Alleghenies
1158 Morgan Rd, Cecil Township, PA 15017
https://goo.gl/maps/HGsL5MRY6PU2
Members can attend all of a Mission or any part of the Mission. PGR sets no time for a member to Stand a Mission. We Thank you for whatever time you give us and the families of our Heroes appreciate your time.
This time of year deer are on the move, please be aware & alert of your surroundings. Also before heading out, please watch the weather, dress accordingly,hydrate & bring your 3 X 5 handheld American flags.
Short Notice: Ricky "Rick" Cantolina USN /26th-27th & 30th July 2019 / Ambridge/ Cecil Township, PA