Patriot Guard Riders

Honor Mission

William Joseph Torella III , Veteran

USA –
Canton, Georgia – 10-21-19

The family of SP4 William J Torella III have requested us to stand a flag line to honor their loved ones life and service to our country. We have humbly accepted.

William, who was known as Bill to his friends and family, was a veteran of the United States Army, served as a Light Vehicle Driver from 1962 – 1965.  During his military service, Bill was stationed at Fort Drum, NY,. Following his military service, Bill worked as a professional truck driver and was a proud member of the Teamsters. It was in Carthage, NY where he and his wife raised their three daughters on a 300-acre farm. They were also the owners of Torella’s Pizzeria, which was located in downtown Carthage. In retirement, Bill worked part-time at the Cobb Antique Mall, and was a member of the ROMEO and Cadillac car clubs, where he met many of his closest friends. An avid reader, a lover of doo-wop music, and a classic car enthusiast. Known for his intellect and charm, Bill was an amazing conversationalist and touched so many people during his 75 years.

SP4 “Bill” Torella III stood on the wall during the Cold War for us, now we will stand for him.

Excerpts from the above text come from the Georgia Funeral Care obituary which can be read in it’s entirety here.

Georgia National Cemetery

2025 MOUNT CARMEL CHURCH LANE,
Canton, Georgia 30114

Tom “Knobby” Walsh

patriotguardrider.tom@gmail.com

770-605-6903

Stage at the flag pole motors on the right sidewalk cages on the road please leave room for passing traffic. When ready we will move to the assigned shelter and establish the flag line. Forecast calls for rain.

Note GNC is a Federal property and no weapons are allowed on site.