PGRNY Completed Missions

Honor Mission

Walter A. Beagle, Jr

United States Army
Vietnam War Era Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 04/24/2025

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of Walter A. Beagle, Jr. has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services.  Walter, 69, passed away April 10, 2025 in Albany, NY.

Walter was raised in Albany.  He entered the US Army on 20 December 1972, during the Vietnam War.  He was trained as a Light Weapons Infantryman (MOS 11B10), and served on active duty for 1 year and 3 months, including 11 months overseas.  He earned the rank of Private First Class (E-3) and for his service, was awarded a National Defense Service Medal.

Walter's passion was riding his motorcycle and going to Laconia every year with his friends. He enjoyed making walking sticks and having an annual barbecue for his birthday.

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

04/24/2025 at 11:00am

Staging Location:

American Legion Post 91
427 South Main St.
Mechanicville, NY 12118

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

John Mercier
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Special Information:

We will meet the family at the Legion because they are coming from Ghent, NY.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

04/24/2025 at 11:30am

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Rd.
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

John Mercier
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Second Stage - Special Information:

Interment with military honors scheduled for 12:00 pm.  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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