Honor Mission
Dennis M. McCormick
United States Navy
Vietnam War Era Veteran
Multi-City, NY - 05/06/2025
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 4, Region 5
About the Mission:
The family of Dennis Michael McCormick has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. Dennis, 80, of Altamont, New York, passed away on March 6, 2025, at Eddy Memorial.
Born in Troy, New York on 6 May 1944, Dennis enlisted in the United States Navy on 31 October 1963. He was trained as an Electronics Technician (Radar), and served 3 years and 11 months on active duty, including time aboard the USS Wallace J. Lind (DD-703), an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Petty Officer 2nd Class, with a rating of Electronics Technician 2 on 30 December 1967. For his service, he was awarded a National Defense Service Medal.
Dennis was a long-time member of the Greenwich Elks Lodge #2223 and the Greenwich VFW Post 7291, where he formed many lasting friendships.
Dennis' full obituary is available for viewing online by clicking here
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
05/06/2025 at 09:30am
Staging Location:
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
343 New Karner Rd
Colonie, NY 12205
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Bill Schaaf
518-542-0608
Special Information:
Staging at the funeral home with a flag line for a dignified transfer. KSU approximately 10:00 am for escort to Saratoga National Cemetery, where an 11:00 am interment with military honors is scheduled.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
05/06/2025 at 10:30am
Second Location:
Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Road
Schuylerville, NY 12871
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Bill Schaaf
518-542-0608
Second Stage - Special Information:
Interment with military honors scheduled for 11:00 am. Please stage quietly and in accordance with current guidelines.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
Ray Sestak
rs 04/26; MER
