Sgt. Angel Mendez Detachment 246 - Marine Corps League - Staten Island, NY

08/09/2026

08/08/2026

Today, we gathered at Mount Loretto to honor and remember Sgt. Angel Mendez and pay tribute to his service and sacrifice. It was a meaningful ceremony surrounded by fellow veterans, family, friends, and members of our community.
Wreaths were presented by:
🇺🇸 Detachment 246
🇺🇸 American Legion
🇺🇸 VFW
🇺🇸 Rolling Thunder
🇺🇸 USIVO
Ceremony presentations:
• Opening Statement — Commandant Rick Castronovo
• Prayer — Chaplain Carmela Montella
• Citation — Bruno Andolfo
• Eyewitness Statement — Kyle Wasnieski
We are grateful to everyone who came together to honor Sgt. Angel Mendez and ensure his memory and legacy continue to live on.
Semper Fidelis. 🇺🇸
🦅🌎⚓️

08/08/2026

Today, we gathered at Mount Loretto to honor and remember Sgt. Angel Mendez and pay tribute to his service and sacrifice. It was a meaningful ceremony surrounded by fellow veterans, family, friends, and members of our community.
Wreaths were presented by:
🇺🇸 Detachment 246
🇺🇸 American Legion
🇺🇸 VFW
🇺🇸 Rolling Thunder
🇺🇸 USIVO
Ceremony presentations:
• Opening Statement — Commandant Rick Castronovo
• Prayer — Chaplain Carmela Montella
• Citation — Bruno Andolfo
• Eyewitness Statement — Kyle Wasnieski
We are grateful to everyone who came together to honor Sgt. Angel Mendez and ensure his memory and legacy continue to live on.
Semper Fidelis. 🇺🇸
🦅🌎⚓️

08/03/2026

📅 Reminder of our upcoming events!
We hope you'll join us. Check out the flyers below for all the details!
Semper Fidelis! 🇺🇸
🦅🌎⚓️

08/03/2026

🇺🇸Two Birthdays 🎉One Unforgettable Night!🇺🇸
Join us as we celebrate the 251st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps and the 80th Birthday of our Detachment!
Don't wait—reserve your seat and be part of this milestone celebration. You won't want to miss it!
Semper Fidelis 🦅🌎⚓️

08/03/2026

🌟 Bingo Night! $20 entry includes 2 bingo cards and 1 drink. Additional bingo cards may be purchased for $5 each.

07/31/2026

Farewell breakfast and best wishes to our friend Wmann 🇺🇸 as he prepares to leave Staten Island and begin a new chapter.

Tom, your presence, dedication, and friendship will truly be missed by everyone at Sgt. Angel Mendez Det 246. We wish you and your family all the best in your new home.

Semper Fi 🇺🇸

07/27/2026

🚨Save the date 🗓️ for our next Devil Dog Picnic! Saturday, September 26, 2026 🇺🇸

07/23/2026

Kiwanis Veteran Fishing Trip in Sheepshead Bay 🇺🇸🎣