Thomas A. Spierto, Veteran, USA - WWII, Valatie, New York - 17 Jul 2017

[TomAegerter]

Thomas A. Spierto, Veteran

USA - WWII

Valatie, New York - 17 Jul 2017

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ABOUT THE MISSION:

I am sad to report that we have lost yet another member of the "Greatest Generation". Mr. Thomas A. Spierto, age 94 and three quarters, left this Earth on July 13, 2017.

Born in New York City, he grew up in Little Italy, proud of his heritage and neighborhood. In January of 1940, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, 258 Armored Division, starting in Fort Drum, NY. During WWII, he served in Ardennes, Central Europe, Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland and England. He was honorably discharged in October of 1945 at the rank of Private and was awarded the American Defense Service Medal, the American Service Medal and the WWII Army of Occupation Lapel Pin.

He returned from the War and worked for the U.S. Post Office for over 30 years as a carrier in Manhattan, enjoying every minute of his interactions with people. When he retired from the Post Office, Tom and his family moved to the Albany area where he was an Ichabod Crane bus driver for a short time, then ran a parking lot in downtown Albany.

The Patriot Guard Riders are proud to have the opportunity to stand and render dignity, honor and respect for the life and service of Mr. Thomas A. Spierto, proud US Army veteran and Greatest Generation hero.

PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 17 Jul 2017

Primary Staging Time: 9:15 A.M.

Raymond E. Bond Funeral Home
1015 Kinderhook St.
Valatie, New York - 12184

https://goo.gl/maps/r12QcTtq1jn

Ride Captain:

Ray Sestak
rayspgrny@gmail.com
(518)669-3358

Special Instructions:

Staging at the funeral home for the arrival of the family. Members will escort to the church and upon conclusion of services to the cemetery for interment services:

St. John The Baptist Church
1025 Kinderhook St.
Valatie, NY 12184

Cemetery is located directly behind the church.

Flags & Water:

Flags Will NOT Be Provided, Please Bring Your Own.
If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.

Submitted By: Ray Sestak
Position: Assistant State Captain

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[Military Sniper]

My wife and I wish to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero, US Army, WWII Veteran, Private Thomas A. Spierto. We thank you for your service to a grateful nation, may your family find peace in knowing you served proudly and comfort in the months to come. May you rest in peace for your mission is now complete. I salute you.

http://www.beforeyougo.us

[mailman]

Rest In Peace WWII Hero.

[Bantam]

My Family and I send our condolences to the Family and friends of a True American Hero. You will be in our thoughts and Prayers over the coming days. Your Hero’s Service and Sacrifice to our Country can never be forgotten.
Harry “Bantam” Trawick
SW Ga RC

A veteran is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to: "The United States of America" for any amount, up to and including my life".

[SurfaceWarrior]

It is with heavy heart that I offer sincere condolences to the family of yet another American Hero.

May the memories of your Hero carry you through the days and years to come.

Rest in Peace My Brother…

And as we of the United States Navy would say… Fair Winds and Following Seas, we now have the Watch…

[Hotwheel]

It is with great sadness that I learned of the loss of this hero. We mourn
with their family and friends. Though we mourn, we stand tall to honor them.
This hero's service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. We ask that this hero
rest in eternal peace.
Hero, you can stand down. We have the watch.


MIA/POW's you are not forgotten.


"Hotwheel," Cisco, Texas


In memory of :
SGT. Ralph D. Woods Jr. USA Korea
Crew Chief Eddy J. Pearman USAAC/USAF Korea
Radio Operator Duane Duncan USMC Vietnam

[jgjackson]

My wife and I offer our prayers and condolences to the family and friends of an American hero. We pray that God gives you peace and strength to carry on in this difficult time. We are proud to honor the service this hero unselfishly gave for our great nation.


Please know that the prayers of so many people are with you and your family. I hope that you can find some solace in knowing that your loss is shared so deeply.


Jim Jackson
Arkansas Ride Captain


Riding in memory of:
My father Paul Jackson, US Army WWII
My grandfather Howard Jackson, US Army WWI
My grandfather Neill Garrett, US Army WWI

[kbell]

My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Pvt Thomas A Spierto. May your faith give you strength. May your memories give you comfort. May GOD'S love give you peace. Thank you Thomas for your service.

[lakeland_lobo]

My wife and I offer our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family for God to help and comfort you all during this time.

[jaegers]

My wife and I send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of this HERO.
Know that you are in our prayers and in the Lords hands.
Thank You for your loved ones service to our great nation.

[useless]

My wife and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of Your Hero.
Rest in Peace, you will not be forgotten.

[Harley Harrold]

I offer my condolences to the family and friends of this WWII HERO who will not be forgotten. Rest in peace forever free.

[fiddler892]

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero, a grateful nation mourns your loss. Find peace, strength and comfort in the knowledge that your fallen hero gave unselfishly of themselves in order to keep us all free and safe. Your brave warrior will never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing your loved one with all of us, their sense of duty and honor will live on for generations to come. God Bless you our Hero for a job well done.Stand down and rest in peace.




As I sit in Heaven, and watch you every day,
I try to let you know with signs, I never went away.
I hear you when you're laughing, and watch you while you sleep,
I even place my arms around you, to calm you as you weep.
I see you wish the days away, begging to have me home,
So I try to send you signs, so you know you are not alone.
Don't feel guilty that you have life, that was denied to me,
Heaven is truly beautiful, just you wait and see.
So live your life, laugh again, enjoy yourself, be free,
Then I know with every breath you take, you'll be taking one for me.

[hdu]

My wife and I offer our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of our departed Hero. We are grateful to this Veteran and this family, for all of the sacrifices that were made to protect us, and preserve our freedoms. May your faith and your fond memories be your guiding light in this time of sorrow.

I stand....
In memory of my PGR Brother - Mark Schroeder - March 28, 2016
In honor of my active duty son - Ben Hirsch - U.S. Navy
In appreciation of all who earned my freedom.

Jeff Hirsch