PGRNY Current Missions

Honor Mission

Kenneth H. Storm

United States Navy
Vietnam War Era Veteran

Multi-City, NY - 07/18/2025

Mission applies to the following Region(s):

Region 4, Region 5

About the Mission:

The family of Kenneth H. Storm has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. Kenneth, 76, passed away surrounded by family on June 29, 2025, at Samaritan Hospital, Troy, New York.

Ken aka “Stormy” was a lifelong resident of the capital district area. Born on September 9, 1948, in Troy, Ken was a graduate of Cohoes High School and studied Applied Arts and Sciences at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy. In 1965, he enlisted in The United States Navy. He served as an Electrician’s Mate and was rated Fireman Apprentice aboard the USS Wasp (CVS-18), an Antisubmarine Aircraft Carrier. Ken was honorably discharged, and for his service, was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.

After his military service, he was employed as an Emergency Medical Services driver and as a small machine repairman and was a member of the City of Cohoes Auxiliary Police. Ken concluded a 51-year career behind the wheel—as a Motor Coach Operator for Yankee Trails and Wade Tours, and later as a Truck Driver for J.B. Hunt logging more than 3.5 million miles. Ken enjoyed Amateur Radio, known by his call sign, N2VLS, and he was a member of the American Legion Mohawk Post 1450 and Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie #3773.

Portions of the above narrative are contained in Ken's obituary, available for viewing online by clicking here

Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:

07/18/2025 at 12:30pm

Staging Location:

Parker Brothers Memorial Funeral Home
2013 Broadway
Watervliet, NY 12189

Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Ray Sestak
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518-669-3358

Special Information:

Staging at the funeral home with a flag line for the dignified transfer. Escort to Saratoga National Cemetery for interment with military honors to follow.

Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?

yes

Second Staging Date and Staging Time:

07/18/2025 at 01:30pm

Second Location:

Saratoga National Cemetery
200 Duell Road
Schuylerville, NY 12871

Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:

Ray Sestak
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518-669-3358

Second Stage - Special Information:

Interment with military honors scheduled for 2:00 pm. Please stage quietly and in accordance with current guidelines.

Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?

no

Submitted by:

Ray Sestak

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