Honor Mission
Edward V. Sabuda
U.S. Marine Corps
Korean War Veteran
and Firefighter
Lackawanna, NY - 03-13-2026
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 1, Region 2
About the Mission:
The family of U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Edward V. Sabuda has requested Patriot Guard Riders' participation in his military honors funeral services. Mr Sabuda passed on 5 March 2026, surrounded by his family.
Mr. Sabuda was a proud Marine, serving his nation for 3 years on active duty from 21 October 1952, to 20 October 1955, with a 12 month tour of duty in Korea as an Aviations Mechanics Mate. He was honorably discharged at El Toro, Santa Ana, California. Corporal Edward V. Sabuda was awarded; Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal and a Republic of Korea Service Medal.
Mr. Sabuda was past Commander of American Legion Post #1477, and retired Lackawanna Fire Fighter.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
03-13-2026 at 10:00am
Staging Location:
Queen Of Angels Church
144 Warsaw St.
Lackawanna, NY 14218
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
George Brown
Special Information:
Members will stand flag line for arriving family and guests for Mass of Christian Burial. After Mass, PGR will escort Mr. Sabuda and his family to Holy Cross Cemetery for a military honors interment. Dress for the weather and bring water, as none will be provided.
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
yes
Second Staging Date and Staging Time:
03-13-2026 at 12:00pm
Second Location:
Holy Cross Cemetery
2900 South Park Ave.
Lackawanna, NY 14218
Second Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
George Brown
Second Stage - Special Information:
Members will stand flag line for arriving cortege for a military honors interment. Thank you for standing for our veterans.
Is there a Third Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
SRC Dick Hancock
rs 03/10; MER
