Patriot Guard Riders

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Members:
The daughter and sons of Captain Frank J. Parente has requested the participation of the Patriot Guard Riders in the escort and military honors for their father, a US Air Force pilot who patrolled the skies between Russia and the United States in Alaska during the Cold War (and Korean Conflict).

WHEN / WHERE:
Saturday, 10 September 2016
Schenectady, NY

Stage at 8:15 am to set a flag line for the arrival of family and friends at the church service. Following the service there will be a dignified transfer and then escort to the cemetery. As the cemetery is across the street from the church the escort will be short and may possibly be a walking escort.

St. Joseph’s Cemetery
Schenectady, NY

LRC:
Donald Macomber
macombd@hotmail.com

ARC Ray Sestak / Bob Smith

MISSION NARATIVE:
Frank Parente proudly served our nation in the US Air Force on active duty from October of 1950 until July 1953, then spending another four years with the Air National Guard. Stationed in Alaska throughout the Korean War, Frank flew his fighter jet on what his unit referred to as “The Picket Line” patrolling the skies near the Bering Strait. Prior to leaving the Air Force Frank obtained the rank of Captain. Following his service, he became a Bank Examiner for the United States Federal Reserve and raised a family. He was also a proud member of the American Legion Post 1005.