Between June 1 and September 30, 1999 63 tributes were laid in honor of the following people.
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On Wednesday, September 29, 1999 at 15:26:35 a tribute was placed here to Honor Barrett L.Crandall jr. See you again someday dad by Steve crandall from Wilmington, N.C., E-mail address: stevecrand@aol.com

On Tuesday, September 28, 1999 at 16:40:15 a tribute was placed here to Honor Harold D Cole, USAF Retired Daddy, you always knew how much I love you and how much you would be missed when you left. Whether it was on assignment without us or as it is now that you have passed. I have always been proud of you and would have done anything to ease the pain you have suffered these past months. Please rest easy that Mom will be alright. Lane, Lesha, Jim, Dan and I will take as good a care of her as you did for 47 years. Just watch over us and lead us in the right direction as you always have. We are all who we are because of you and the examples you set. We could not have picked a better teacher, father or friend than you. I'll always love you and will make sure Stephanie and Alex remember the man you always were. The best I can do is to raise them the way you and Mom raised me. I have always felt loved and respected and those are the greatest gifts you could have given me. by Sue from Chattanooga, E-mail address: dsf0929@aol.com

On Monday, September 27, 1999 at 17:50:40 a tribute was placed here to Honor Lt. A. Jon Besik, my boyfriend, in the Army, These three men have taught me what it is to be an american and to be proud of my country. Jon - I love you. The rest of the world gets Lt. Besik, but I get Jon. I fell in love with both. Dad - Thanks for teaching me how to fly the flag. Poppop - I'll never forget Yorktown CV-10 reunions. You are missed more than you could know. by Jessica Coulter from Havertown, PA, E-mail address: gletti@rocketmail.com

On Thursday, September 23, 1999 at 20:24:14 a tribute was placed here to Honor t/sgt Abe Sofferman, 44th Bomb Group, 8th Air Force my best friend and fellow crew-mate Sgt. Sofferman was killed in action in an ambush in the Ardennes of belgium, 29 Feb. 1944. He was a true patriot and American. We served on the same aircrew flying bombing missions. He is remembered forever. by Forrest S. Clark from Kissimmee, Florida, usa, E-mail address: 24vet@aol.com

On Thursday, September 23, 1999 at 12:53:00 a tribute was placed here to Honor Scotty w Carmickle Istill remember our rabbit hunting and I look foward to seeing you again.uncle bobby by

On Tuesday, September 21, 1999 at 18:29:45 a tribute was placed here to Honor Scotty W. Carmickle In 19 short years you touched so many people. You are always in out thoughts and forever in our hearts. May God hold you in the palm of his hand until we are together again. With all our love. by Mom, Dad and Jeff from Kentucky,

On Tuesday, September 21, 1999 at 18:10:15 a tribute was placed here to Honor Scotty Wayne Carmickle To our son and brother, you are never far from our thoughts and never out of our hearts. You were with us a short 19 years, but, you forever changed our lives. The love you gave each of us continues to make our world a better place, and your memory brings a smile to our face. As always, with all of our love, Mom, Dad and Jeff by

On Tuesday, September 21, 1999 at 02:47:30 a tribute was placed here to Honor WILLAM G. KILTS & JEANNE KILTS WE MISS YOU.ONE DAY WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN,WE MISS YOU SO MUCH. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.ALL OUR LOVE BILLY JIMMY BOOTIE TINY JACKIE BOBBY TOMMY SHERRY PATTY JOANNE DAVID AND ALL THE GRANDKIDS AND GREAT GRANDKIDS AND A VERY DEAR DAUGHTER IN LAW SKIPPY.WE ALL LOVE AND MISS YA. by SHERRY from NEW YORK, E-mail address: RIGOLETTO-ONE@WEBTV.NET

On Monday, September 20, 1999 at 07:15:16 a tribute was placed here to Honor John Arthur Nation Jr. Died of cancer from exposure to "Orange" while serving his country in Vietnam. 1/1/44-6/14/97 Gave 25 years of his life serving his country and finally gave his life because of it. Dedicated, Decorated Soldier. Loving Husband and Father. God I still miss him so. by Barbara Sue Nation E-mail address: bsnation@aol.com

On Friday, September 17, 1999 at 01:12:38 a tribute was placed here to Honor Roger G. Patterson, Sr., Msgt., USAF sissy and I miss you everyday thanks for loving us by roger g. patterson, jr. from texas, E-mail address: cryoutrgp@aol.com

On Wednesday, September 15, 1999 at 00:57:15 a tribute was placed here to Honor SFC Ronald P. Rush Dad, tomorrow it will be a year since you left. I wanted to come up with something special to say, but all I can think of is how much I miss you and love you. I wish you were here to walk Justine and me down the isle, I wish you were here to watch your grand children grow and see how much they look like you. It's not fair what happened, and how you all were ignored, you know the day of your funeral there was something in the paper about a treatment...a little too late huh? The only other thing I can say is that I will never let your grandchildren forget who you were and what you did!!! I love you so much and miss you more then you would have ever known!!! See you on the other side daddy!!! by cathy E-mail address: rodkey@tctc.com

On Saturday, September 11, 1999 at 21:17:28 a tribute was placed here to Honor Irwin Hoffman, USAF Hoffi you were a great flight instructor, you trained all of us well. Your last flight was just as you predicted. You were a great friend! I know that none of us who flew with you or were trained by you will ever forget you. You were a very special person!! by Sylvia O. Bailey-Munoz from Midland, Texas , E-mail address: smunoz@apex2000.net Website: Yargee

On Saturday, September 11, 1999 at 21:10:28 a tribute was placed here to Honor Richard T. Bolton My childhood friend you died so young. I remember you always as the beautiful little boy who walked up to us and said "can I play too?" As long as one of us continues to live, you live too in our hearts and memories. I have remembered you everyday of my life and will continue to do so. by Sylvia O. Bailey-Munoz from Midland, Texas, E-mail address: smunoz@apex2000.net Website: Yargee

On Tuesday, September 7, 1999 at 12:42:24 a tribute was placed here to Honor Col A man plagued by his spiritual quest. A honor valorious to his country. The prize of his grandmother. A citizen now who fearlessly arrests those officials that compromise this country. A man in love with his fighting abilities. A pleader before God. A hero to some. A friend of America. by SP5 David T. Wallin USA vietnam from michigan, E-mail address: onetccowboy@hotmail.com

On Thursday, September 2, 1999 at 21:13:27 a tribute was placed here to Honor Steven Lester Taylor Airborne Lost to soon,We didn't get to say goodby. Killed in vetnam Nov 5 1972.You belived in what you were doing. We miss you every day but will see you some day. by Donald & Dealoris Bishop from Martinsville,Indiana, E-mail address: cmacy86757@aol.com

On Thursday, September 2, 1999 at 21:01:32 a tribute was placed here to Honor Robert Charles Macy CPL Marine Corps We miss you very much. You left behind a sad but proud family to have loved you and known you. We know we can be sure you are still watching over us. Thank you for loving and caring about us. Candi is at marine bootcamp now thanks to you. by Cindy & Candi & Becky Macy from Indianapolis,Indiana, E-mail address: cmacy86757@aol.com

On Thursday, September 2, 1999 at 19:55:32 a tribute was placed here to Honor Capt. Kurt C. McDonald MIA - 31 Dec 1964 USAF by

On Thursday, August 26, 1999 at 14:37:56 a tribute was placed here to Honor Donald Kelley You are missed. by us all.

On Thursday, August 26, 1999 at 03:54:51 a tribute was placed here to Honor Gordon Hyle Hayward 101st Air Born 327th Glider Infantry WW2 I never knew you grandpa but you hold a place in my heart that instills courage and pride more than any other.I know what you did for us in those far away lands.Africa,Italy and finally Bourcey,Belgeim.You fought your guts out for our future and we the Jensen family will never forget your ultimate sacrifice.We love you. by Michael L.Jensen from Corry,Pennsylvania, E-mail address: zmora@aol.com

On Tuesday, August 24, 1999 at 22:54:59 a tribute was placed here to Honor Bruce Austin Morrison From Proctor,Vermont You also gave the ultimate sacrifice for your country. by Reginald K. Mongeur from Bethel,Vermont, E-mail address: rmongeur@hotmail.com

On Tuesday, August 24, 1999 at 22:50:26 a tribute was placed here to Honor Roger William Clark From Pittsfield, Vermont He gave the ultimate sacrifice.I cherish his memory as a childhood friend by Reginald K. Mongeur from Bethel,Vermont, E-mail address: rmongeur@hotmail.com

On Friday, August 20, 1999 at 19:58:37 a tribute was placed here to Honor Sgt. Kenneth D. Kralick B Trp 3rd Sqd 4th CAV 25th Infantry Div 12/16/67 My brother was and still remains my hero. My most vivid memory of him was when he returned from boot camp. I was in Kindergarten and that Friday would be my turn at Show & Tell. I begged him to be my Show and Tell. He said he couldn't because he wanted to see his girl before he shipped out. Seeing how upset I was, he gave me a ribbon off of his uniform and told me all about how he received it. He made me promise not to lose it and return it to him after class. To me this was a huge responsibility. I had my mom pin the ribbon to best "Sunday" dress and off to class I went. That day seemed to drag on forever. Show and Tell was always the last activity of the day. I wouldn't say a word about the ribbon all day to any of my class mates. Finally Show and Tell had begun. I was to be the last to talk to the class. I was sitting in my chair holding the ribbon, when I noticed someone in the doorway in fulld dress uniform. I squealed with delight when I realized the man in the uniform was my brother! I ran to him and jumped in his arms. I whispered in his ear, "I thought you were seeing your girl today". He laughed and replied, "aaah litteone, your the only girl in my life worth seeing today. I just couldn't stand the thought of missing your Show and Tell for anything in the world"! I grabbed his hand and lead him to the front of the room. He patiently stood there and answered all my class mates questions and related funny stories of his experiences in boot camp. When we were finished he helped the kids put on their coats and boots. One boy, who was very poor didn't have any buttons on his coat. My brother got some safety pins from the teacher and fasten the boys coat. He got eye to eye with the boy, reached in his pocket and handed the boy so money. Then he said something in his ear which brought the biggest smile to that young childs face. That was one of the few times I had ever seen that boy smile! I have missed my brother terribly over the years. His smile and kind heart lives in mine heart to this very day. He will forever be my one true Hero! by Kelly Katharin Kralick-Aisquith from Originally Maryland, Currently Utah, E-mail address: KellyKat38@aol.com

On Sunday, August 15, 1999 at 14:44:21 a tribute was placed here to Honor Those that have come home and quietly continue to suffer To my friends and loved ones who we so happily welcomed home. I am saddened that you must still suffer so quietly. I hope through my art that your voices will be heard and recognized. That one day you will no longer have to fight on your own land for what is rightfully yours. by Peggy Fontenot from California, E-mail address: pfontenot@worldnet.att.net

On Wednesday, August 11, 1999 at 11:50:24 a tribute was placed here to Honor George Senkiw USS Tucker DD-374 To my beloved Daddy who gave so much in his lifetime and asked for so little in return. You will live forever in my heart. (your "little one") Joanna Robinson by Joanna Robinson from Norfolk Virginia, E-mail address: jujujery@hotmail.com

On Sunday, August 8, 1999 at 00:15:51 a tribute was placed here to Honor Harry A Smith Jr. missing you so much Dad, but one day we'll be together again. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Loving you and missing you very much, by Susan Barnes from Brookville ,Pa., E-mail address: ebarnes@penn.com

On Wednesday, August 4, 1999 at 21:52:25 a tribute was placed here to Honor Woodrow I met Woody Fugate last fall when I was looking for WWII veterans who were aboard USS HAMMANN DD-412 at the battle of Midway. Woody answered a letter I had sent to as many HAMMANN veterans as I could find. The first paragraph of his letter is as follows. "I was pleased to receive your letter yesterday and I have read it several times. You made me feel important. I, like you, have been trying to write down a few things so someone, when I am gone will know what went on out there. Today when I enjoy some of the pleasant things of life I think to myself that I enjoy this because of the sacrifice of many who never saw home again." As you can see, my introduction to this incredible man told me how humble he was and that he didn't even know that he was a hero. When HAMMANN was blown in half by a Japanese submarine as she lay alongside USS YORKTOWN CV-5 at Midway, Woody was seriously injured by the underwater explosions. His internal injuries put him in the hospital for eight months. At the time he was a 24 year old Radioman 2class. When I had the privilege of "meeting" him he was 80. We quickly discovered that we liked the same kind of music and the same poetry. Through our correspondence Woody told me about WWII, about Boot Camp, and about the HAMMANN. Each of his letters were a gift that I treasure. As I came to know Woody better, he reminded me more and more of my father who was aboard YORKTOWN at Midway. Both ships were dealt their death blows by the same Japanese submarine. Woody was killed in a car accident in June, 1999. He had been part of my life for eight short months but in that time, he became my friend. I miss him and am so thankful that God put him in my path. I am so grateful for the opportunity I had to thank him for being willing to leave his home and family to fight for the freedom we enjoy today. In that first letter he said that he had "been trying to write down a few things so someone, when I am gone will know what went on out there." Well Woody, thanks to you, I know. God Bless you and good-by. by Cathy Munro from Virginia, E-mail address: CMunro1992@aol.com

On Tuesday, August 3, 1999 at 02:18:41 a tribute was placed here to Honor RONALD KEITH ZANSLER I will always remember the day that my beloved brother joined the U.S.Navy. It was the proudest moment of his young life. I will never forget his graduation from NTS BootCamp in San Diego. I cried when he tossed his hat in the air and then walked over to my mother, father and me and saluted. This was the same "little brother" who stole my diary from my room when we were teens and shared it all over the neighborhood. He even gave out pages to my boyfriends for a "good read". Ronnie served as a gunner aboard ship in Vietnam. He told us he lobbed the "big ones" in there! As he would speak, you could see the twinkle in his eyes and the sly smile on his face. He had served his country with honor and we loved the man he had become. Ron died unexpectedly on August 21, 1996. IN LOVING MEMORY of my brother who brought so much joy to our family. Ronnie...Nov. 1, 1949 to Aug. 21, 1996 by Priscilla L. Schoch from Orange County, California,

On Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 13:06:53 a tribute was placed here to Honor Clifford My dad served in Vietnam. He died of cancer just a couple of years ago. Thank you dad for always being my daddy. I love and miss you very much. by Joyce

On Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 11:24:15 a tribute was placed here to Honor All The Men Who died on The USS Bennington May Of 1954 A tribute to all the peace time sailors who passed away due to the explosion of the USS Bennington, in May of 1954,from one of the Corpsmen that tried to help. Erick Lagerberg,former HM3 by Erick Lagerberg from Ct, E-mail address: lagy@snet.net

On Wednesday, July 28, 1999 at 03:03:53 a tribute was placed here to Honor CPT. George D. MacDonald I am here today because I remember George D. MacDonald. George was captured in Laos in 1972. He was then abandoned by our wonderful government. George will turn 51 years old on 2 September. He was 24 when his plane was shot down. Can you imagine how his life has been all these years? I am praying for an Act of God to bring George and the other POWs (Prisoners of War) home. I have never forgotten George. I think of him daily when I do something fun, watch TV, go shopping, surf the Net....all things he cannot do! I want George to come home. I miss you George. by Jennifer Martinez from Illinois, E-mail address: yotanka@springnet1.com Website: CPT. George D. MacDonald - Abandoned by the USA in Laos

On Sunday, July 25, 1999 at 14:228:29 a tribute was placed here to Honor Most of the Kids were Babys, When their Dads went off to War. It wasn't an unknown situation- It has happened here before. Their Dads didn't ask many questions, Didn't choose the enemy of the fight. But they knew that God would want them. To do the thing thats right. So many of the Fathers, that marched off to Vietnam. Would not come home, to their dear Kids, their Parents or their Moms. And even the worst scenario, And pain was still to bear. The Kids asked, "Where is my Dad?" the Government knew not where. And so these precious Children, decided to learn about Vietnam. They questioned all the Viet Vets, Historians and their Moms. The Children found the Answer, The Country should have learned long ago. When the Country says to fight-you fight. and let your prejudices go. They found out just how hreally brave, Their Daddy's had to be. To stand and fight for freedom, In a time of agony. The Country was split wide open, We should-We shouldn't-We Won't They found in History where their Daddy's fell, and quiety picked up his Ruck. And with their Daddy's heavy pack, Shouldered center and in balance too. They move on through History- for the Country, and me, and YOU. So when I think of Courage, and I respect that most of all, I think of my close, dear Friends, "The Children from the Wall." badger by Danny L. Crafton from Idaho, E-mail address: dannyc@magiclink.com

On Saturday, July 24, 1999 at 16:40:07 a tribute was placed here to Honor Bruce E. Ingman To my cousin, Bruce Ingman who was killed by friendly fire on July 14,69 in Quang Nam, South Vietnam Bruce was was born on June 23,1949 He was in the Marine Corp His tour of duty in Vietnam started on May 3, 69 He was a wonderful young man who loved his family, horses, nature and many other things. He will not be forgotten,' I am working on a web page in his honor by Pamela Jo Ingman Durr from Walla walla Wa, E-mail address: ddurr@innw.net Website: Welcome to the Walla Walla Golden oldies

On Thursday, July 22, 1999 at 03:33:12 a tribute was placed here to Honor all the veterans of world war 2 just wanted to say,the men and women who served in ww2 and sustained the freedoms and liberty of every person that calls this country home,have not been forgotten by the younger generation.thank you for paying the price. by steven pilace from canga park, ca., E-mail address: poop1964@yahoo.com

On Monday, July 19, 1999 at 21:33:19 a tribute was placed here to Honor Patty Zinzer Collins To my sister-in-law that I miss so much. Breast cancer took her from us. She was more a sibling to me than my own. She loved everyone and helped everyone until the day she died. She overlooked her pain to help others. She was an angel sent from God. She is now sitting next to him watching over all of us. She was my strength. I miss her deaply. Where there is love there is Patty. Where there was Patty there was love. I miss her very much. by Sue from Cincinnati, Ohio, E-mail address: suezq9649@aol.com Website: My Home Page

On Monday, July 19, 1999 at 16:52:49 a tribute was placed here to Honor My Shipmates Very nice Web site you have here. Please visit the Web sites of the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring. I hope with the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring we can encourage others to read about the sacrifices so many made during this period of recent history. Thank you for visiting and posting on the discussion forum at the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring Web Site. (www.tgyc.cjb.net) . I invite others to join us in the discussion forum on the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring Web site. Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring by Harold Matula from Pittsburg, PA, E-mail address: Harold205@yahoo.com Website: Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring

On Monday, July 19, 1999 at 16:23:16 a tribute was placed here to Honor George E. Randall Jr. George was a good husband, and father. He loved his boys and grandchildren very much. He served on the Intrepid with a wonderful group of men. He passed away on Feb. 6, 1996 of cancer. He is truly missed. by Sandra Randall from Gansevoort,NY, E-mail address: ran4321@together.net Website: FiestyLady

On Monday, July 19, 1999 at 00:28:37 a tribute was placed here to Honor George Randall George served aboard the USS INTREPID V2 Div. A great friend who deserves this tribute. Died from cancer in 1995. by Rich & Barb from Scranton Pa, E-mail address: keffake@webtv.net

On Monday, July 19, 1999 at 00:24:09 a tribute was placed here to Honor Joseph Cianfichi My brother Joe served his country well. A wonderful man who loved life and loved the US Navy. His death has left a void that will never be filled. Murdered in Texas during an assault Retired US Navy by Rich Cianfichi from Scranton Pa, E-mail address: bacrc@webtv.net

On Friday, July 16, 1999 at 09:25:51 a tribute was placed here to Honor CW3 Frederick Neidhardt To My husband To Dad In loving memory of Cw3 Frederick Neidhardt who served with pride twice in Vietnam.And came back not quite the same.The war did not claim him but Cancer did. 07/28/97 Prepared and Loyal to the End. God Bless by Lynne Neidhardt from Idaho Via UK, E-mail address: LVNeid@aol.com

On Thursday, July 8, 1999 at 01:08:58 a tribute was placed here to Honor David Bartholamew A friend, schoolmate, rest in peace friend. by Ray Costenbader from Amarillo,Tx, E-mail address: rcsclubs@aol.com

On Monday, July 5, 1999 at 19:36:00 a tribute was placed here to Honor Fellow Airmen Lost in Action and My Father SSgt Stephen Majercik, USAAC Eternal Father, lend Thy grace To those with wing who soar through space, Who guard the sky through sun and rain, O, bring them safely home again. O, Father, hear our humble prayer For those in peril in the air. I have struggled for words to place on this memorial. Perhaps the only thing we can say to those who paid the ultimate price for freedom is: "Thank you and God Bless You." Stephen Majercik formerly Capt, USAF Callsign - "Manx" by Stephen Majercik from Cleveland, Ohio, E-mail address: aeromanx@aol.com

On Sunday, July 4, 1999 at 18:36:02 a tribute was placed here to Honor Elmore Troxler I want to honor a man I never met but came to know through correspondence. He served during WWII in Fighting Squadron Forty-Two (VF-42) aboard USS YORKTOWN CV-5 as a Second Class Seaman. He never had a chance to advance his rate aboard YORKTOWN because he was there when she was sunk at the Battle of Midway. I had the honor to correspond with him when I started writing the history of my father's WWII service. He and Elmore were in VF-42 together. When I wrote to Elmore for information, he was more than generous in his letters to me. Several years ago he had written his own WWII history for his children that he copied and sent to me. Like most WWII veterans, he didn't talk much about the war. He married his sweetheart, Mary, on May 13, 1945 and was discharged on November 2, 1945. He made a life for himself and his family and never considered that he ever did anything special. But he did. He was a very special man because he was a WWII veteran. Through his courage, honor, and dedication to duty, he left all of us the legacy of FREEDOM. For that he has my deepest respect and eternal gratitude. Elmore passed away on December 22, 1998 and is terribly missed by his wife and children. He is also missed by this friend whom he never met. Thank you Elmore. by Cathy Munro from Virginia, E-mail address: CMunro1992@aol.com

On Sunday, July 4, 1999 at 03:03:01 a tribute was placed here to Honor Jimmy D. Davis To a wonderful husband and father, who served in the U.S. Navy from 1961 - 1981, retiring with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. Jimmy physically left his two sons and wife and many friends on February 14, 1998. He lives on in her hearts and souls forever!!!! by Mrs. Deborah M. Davis from Fairfield, CA. 94533, E-mail address: jimdeb2332@hotmail.com

On Saturday, July 3, 1999 at 15:23:21 a tribute was placed here to Honor Daune Noble Doolittle Did you know Duane Noble Doolittle? I am searching for any information on him. He was my grandfather, I never meet the man due to the fact that my family is split up. My grandfather passed away in 1985, so I am unable to ask him anything. I know that he was in the Navy during WWII, and may have been based out of Whidbey Island that is all I have to go on. Please if you served with my grandfather please contact me as soon as possible. Please help me build a memory. Thanks Sajva by Sajva Halverson from Seattle, WA., E-mail address: sajvah@hotmail.com

On Wednesday, June 30, 1999 at 15:28:05 a tribute was placed here to Honor My father, George Senkiw U.S.S. Tucker P.H.S.A. Even though we did not get to spend much time together, I will always remember you. I think that the short time we had together was quality time for me. I will always remember you. I love you Dad. by John P. Senkiw from Portsmouth,Virginia, E-mail address: bgtrk18977@aol.com

On Friday, June 25, 1999 at 09:27:32 a tribute was placed here to Honor All who have given their lives for our country. Because of you.........I live with freedom. Thank you! by from Texas, E-mail address: Mbbunn@aol.com

On Friday, June 25, 1999 at 00:58:20 a tribute was placed here to Honor David Melton Bynum 1922 - 1998 Tech5 U.S. Army WWII Just a scared kid from Arkansas when the letter came. He could operate farm machinery so they taught him to drive a Sherman tank. Battle of the Bulge, Anzio, Rome, North Africa. He knew what hell on earth was. Even fifty years after he came home, he could barely talk about it. He was married to the same lady for 56 years and raised four sons. Buried at Houston National Cemetery. He was my father and I loved him deeply. I display his flag proudly in my home. He loved the Lord, his wife, and his sons. I miss him terribly. by Kevin Bynum from Santa Fe, Texas, E-mail address: brian_k_bynum@amoco.com

On Friday, June 18, 1999 at 20:08:20 a tribute was placed here to Honor Alan W. Breshears Your life was to short. by Sharon B Roberds from Atlanta,Georgia,

On Friday, June 18, 1999 at 02:54:59 a tribute was placed here to Honor Those sailors who have gone to the final muster. Great site you have here! We are looking for shipmates and friends of the ex-USS Richard S. Edwards DD-950. Please join us at our online photo album at www.DD950.cjb.net . Then add your name to the crew list and sign the guest book at the www.DD950.com Web site. A small West Coast mini-reunion is being planned at the DD951 Turner Joy in Bremerton, WA for late August or early Sept. 1999. The main DD-950 reunion is scheduled for June 2000. Full information is available at the www.DD950.com Web site. Or write me at: Jim Rossbach, POB 513, Port Angeles, WA 98362 Please help find our ex-shipmates by posting this message to other bulletin boards you visit. by Jim Rossbach from Port Angeles, WA, E-mail address: DD950@Mailcity.com Website: DD-950 Photo Album

On Wednesday, June 16, 1999 at 12:22:43 a tribute was placed here to Honor Capt. Harley H. Hall A former Blue Angel, Capt. Hall was the last Navy pilot to be shot down on the last day of the war...January 27, 1973. I wear a POW bracelet with his name on it and will demand answers from my representatives in government. Capt. Hall, you will not be forgotten! by CeCe Corvera from San Diego, CA, E-mail address: Sparky3685@aol.com

On Wednesday, June 16, 1999 at 00:42:03 a tribute was placed here to Honor Sgt.William H. Merrick My Father loved his country and family. He spent many years in the Air Force defending the country he so loved. by Cheryal Crow from Jackson Ohio, E-mail address: crow@bright.net

On Tuesday, June 15, 1999 at 20:29:05 a tribute was placed here to Honor Mom & Karen Mom & Karen, You were both taken from us way too early. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. You both are always in my prayers Mark by Mark

On Tuesday, June 15, 1999 at 10:18:32 a tribute was placed here to Honor Irwin Sweet I never knew my uncle Irwin. He was killed in Normandy when my step-father was 4 years old. But I wanted to let him know dad has never stopped thinking about you. by Mark Evert from Vermont, E-mail address: Bears11051@aol.com Website: A Tribute to the USS Pueblo

On Sunday, June 13, 1999 at 14:37:26 a tribute was placed here to Honor The Troops on Hamburger Hill Orders are Orders It's been thirty years, Since the deed was done; On a hill, In a place, faraway. But the courage of those, Who fought and died- Are still talked about to this, Day. The Army called them Air Assault, They belonged to the 101st, Just what that meant- Would soon be known, From the Pentagon to the- Orient. Blackjack said; "Assault up the face!" But the Platoon Leaders, Weren't so sure; "It's just too damn steep, for the Troopers to keep, Their feet and shoot, as it were." "We think you ought- To bomb the damned thing, till it's dust and nothings alive." To send us up there- with the Enemy and Pigs, don't seem to us any too wise." But the orders were given, And Air Assault driven; To obey each and every one. And to this day, No Sky Troopers say; That Hamburger Hill was fun. For ten long days, And even more Assaults, Airborne cussed, and they died, and they bleed. And on the twelfth Assault- They stood on the top- and they wondered- What was the need? But as they grew older, And their visions grew bolder, And they saw History unfold; It MAY have been wise, to bomb the damned Misers- But they did what the hell they were told. This is the tale, About Hamburger Hill- Some are still around, And some ain't. And they took the damned thing- and won Honor and fame, they would rather have their buddys- back. This litttle Poem, Is 'Bout Hamburger Hill, Air Assault, and I think I should know. If there is ever another- for History to recover- Best call Infantry's 911. They'll fight and they'll cuss- They'll bleed and they'll die- They'll watch History unfold. It's NOT what they'd like- but they have lots of MIGHT, they come from a hard old mold. Now, I'm not as wise- as those Lawyer guys, but just between me and you. They'd do it AGAIN, though their chances were slim, because "Orders are Orders" you know. -badger by Danny L. Crafton from Idaho, E-mail address: dannyc@magiclink.com

On Saturday, June 12, 1999 at 11:31:48 a tribute was placed here to Honor SP4 JAMES DALE BREWER KIA MARCH 21ST 1967 TAY NINH To my brother who so paid the ultimate price for FREEDOM, you will never be forgotten. Your kindness and your smile and most of all YOUR BRAVERY. For this I thank you so very much, I SALUTE YOU FOR OUR FREEDOM. by WILLIAM C. BREWER SR. from POMEROY OHIO, E-mail address: cbrewer_sr@hotmail.com

On Wednesday, June 9, 1999 at 19:20:59 a tribute was placed here to Honor Robert Lynch To the friendship we might have had....not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts. by CeCe Corvera from San Diego, CA, E-mail address: Sparky3685@aol.com Website: My Home Page

On Thursday, June 3, 1999 at 22:38:43 a tribute was placed here to Honor Curt & Mary Sears Dad and Mom, Neither of you were 'active military', but each of you instilled in all of us... me, Jim, Laura, Shannon, Amanda, Kavid and Kristina... a deep, abiding respect and love for the privilege of freedom, the responsiblity of doing everything in our power, with all the passion we all came by naturally from you both, and the rihgt to the PURSUIT of the best this life has to offer, the enjoyment of liberty beyond many world citizens' wildest dreams, and all the happiness we can hold in our hearts, make of our lives and share with others. I was in Wash DC this past Memorial Day... I stood in awe of every expression of memory and honor I was privileged to witness: Rolling Thunder ... 300,000 some Veterans on as many Harleys roared acroos the Memorial Bridge to honor all POW/MIA/KIA ... and those living after they gave their all in Viet Nam. I pray that I never lose sight of the truth of the price paid by all Veterans of all wars, those who have died and those who live on to carry the torch of freedom at such a great price. It is said... "Children grow up loving their parents. Then, they judge them. Sometimes, they forgive them." Thank you for forbearing and shouldering and staying with me on this one... my disillusionment and rage at the ravages of war and the betrayal of all you held dear and I was just beginning to understand.... When I tried to take in.... all from the assassination of JFK.... througout .... Viet Nam.... All the bitterness and rage my heart could hold .... I love you both dearly and truly and will see you at the next pass BEYOND THE SUNSET. Your daughter, Bobbie by Bobbie Victor from Florida, E-mail address: vicven@bv.net

On Thursday, June 3, 1999 at 22:18:11 a tribute was placed here to Honor David Greeson David, we were all just kids. Kids. Patty and I were still in HS. Herndon Airport. A call. Please keep Patty away from anyone in Military Uniform. She'll ask about David. He's gone. might be (body bag.......aiiiieeeeeeeeee) brought in to Herndon while you all are there. Please do not let her get to anyone there who could hurt her with this news. Let us be the ones to tell her. Your Mom, David, called me to tell me to protect Patty from the pain of your cruel conscription to such an early and horrible death. You are remembered. Dearly and deeply and always. Bobbie by Bobbie Victor from Florida, E-mail address: vicven@bv.net

On Tuesday, June 1, 1999 at 01:13:54 a tribute was placed here to Honor Grandma and Grandpa Kilts Although you weren't my blood grandparents I felt it in my heart you were.Thanks for treating me so well.I love you both and you are truely missed.It puts my mind at ease to know you are together again in Gods world.I love you both and I'll always remember the love you gave me.I love you guys. by Jaime from new york, E-mail address: starlite-ma@webtv.net

On Tuesday, June 1, 1999 at 01:06:06 a tribute was placed here to Honor Violet Rice Grandma, although it has been a while since you have been gone your still in my heart.I miss you wish you were still here to put smiles on everyones faces.I'll never forget you and I promise to send your kind ways along to my children.I love you Grandma. by Jaime from new york, E-mail address: starlite-ma@webtv.net

On Tuesday, June 1, 1999 at 00:30:42 a tribute was placed here to Honor TRACY trace u all ways made me and everyone else laugh u were the best friend anyone could ask for i will always love and miss u with all my heart god bless and godspeed i love u!!!!!! by johnny k from n.y., E-mail address: johnnykidd@wbtv.net

             


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