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Tributes 851 through 900 of 1790
| Wednesday, November 07, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Micheal Crawford
(Baltimore, MD)
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| Tribute left by: |
Tanya Reedle (Elkhart, TX) |
| My Tribute is to my 22 yr old son Micheal Crawford. SRA Crawford is an E5 at Andrews AFB.
Micheal signed up for the Air Force his sr. year 2003 for 6 yrs.
Micheal finished basic training at Lackland AFB in San Antonio and was selected to go into the Presidential Honor Guard which took him to Bolling AFB in DC.
Micheal was Airman of the year 04. He has several other awards also.
He went to Iraq as special ops and served for 8 months.
I am very proud of my son and the Proud young man he is |
| Wednesday, November 07, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
James "Jim" Calvert
(San Antonio, TX)
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| Tribute left by: |
Elizabeth Hickman (Houston, TX) |
| Joined USAF early 1942. Called up spring 1943. Selected to attend joint training program w/Royal Air Force in Mesa, AZ. Received wings from RAF and USAF at graduation. Assigned to Air Transport Ferry Command in summer 1944. Went to India, then Kunming, China Sept 1944. Flew C-47 aircraft within China, and over the Hump. Completed tour in Aug 1945. Received honorary wings from Chinese (Taiwanese) AF. Only current living pilot who has wings from three governments. Distinguished Flying Cross.
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| Tuesday, November 06, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Ronald Bowell
(Tulsa , OK)
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| Tribute left by: |
Kim Stephens (tulsa, OK) |
| My hero is my father.
He was a master sergeant in the United States Air Force. I miss him with all my heart. He passed away Feb. 1999
thank you
KIM |
| Tuesday, November 06, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Alfred James Sharp
(Bay City , TX)
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| Tribute left by: |
Wade Sharp (Houston, TX) |
| My Hero was my father AJ Sharp. He retired after 20 years in the Air Force serving in Africa, Europe, and Vietnam. He passed away on Oct 26 2007 from a prolong illness. He taught me that Family and Country are the most important things a man can have in his life. If it where not for him taking an interset in my life and adopting me I would probably never become the man I am today. I will always try to live up to your example. I love you PaPa you will be missed!!! |
| Monday, November 05, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Clement Currey
(St. Petersburg, FL)
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| Tribute left by: |
Cathy Zimmerman (Kenneth City, FL) |
| My hero is my Father, Lt. Col. C. L. Currey (Ret.). Although he passed away six years ago this Veteran's Day, I still can hear him talking about his beloved B47 days. When I visit his grave at Arlington, it makes me so proud to know that he is with all his Air Force buddies. This Veteran's Day please take the time to thank a WWII veteran for all he/she has done. They are leaving us at such a rate these days. Miss and love you Daddy. |
| Friday, November 02, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Thomas Maloney
(Cushing, OK)
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| Tribute left by: |
Steven Haley (Stillwater, OH) |
| Captain Thomas E. Maloney was the leading fighter ace of the 27th FS, 1st FG based at Foggia, Italy during 1944. He was credited with 8 confirmed aerial victories as well as one that was unconfirmed. On his last mission, 19 Aug. 1944, he was hit by ground fire and forced to ditch in the Med. Sea off southern France. He stepped on a land mine and was severely wounded. He evaded capture for 10 days while wounded. He made is back to US forces and was hospitalized in Naples. My hero. |
| Friday, November 02, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Adelino "Rocky" Vieira
(Weatherford, TX)
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| Tribute left by: |
Stephanie Hunt (Midland , TX) |
| My "POPS", my HERO. Boarded his final flight to heaven, Oct 27, 2007. He proudly served the Air Force for 25 years, before retiring as TSgt from WEBB AFB. He IS loved by many and will be missed by all. He is a true American hero. We have all been blessed to have had such a strong, handsome man in our lives. I love you, "POPS". |
| Wednesday, October 31, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Jack Hart
(FL)
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| Tribute left by: |
Rori Hart (Palm Bay, FL) |
| My Hero flew 100 missions in the 105
Thud.A great pilot a great father. |
| Wednesday, October 31, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William Strunk Jr.
(Naches, WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Randi Schneider (Yakima, WA) |
| You are my father, the one true hero in my life and I cannot begin to express how blessed I was to have a father like you. You were so proud of your patriotism and instilled it in your grandkids. I am honored to have had a dad that was brave and I am going to miss hearing your voice. Thank you so much for what you have done for your country. You have helped insure the safety of Dustyn, Gabriel, Amaya, Dan, your future new grandbaby and myself. We all love and miss you Papa and daddy! |
| Tuesday, October 30, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Alfred James Sharp
(Bay City, TX)
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| Tribute left by: |
Michael Sharp (Houston, TX) |
| I am writing this on behalf of my Father Alfred James Sharp. He passed away on October 26 2007. He served in the US Air Force for over 20 years and retired a Master SGT. The reason he is my Hero is because He along with my Grandmother decided that I deserved a chance at life when my parents where not interested in being parents. He was hard but firm and taught me right from wrong. I am now married and have a Son of my own. I pray that I do half as good as a Job as he did at being a father. |
| Tuesday, October 30, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Hugh Raines, Jr
(Connelly Springs, NC)
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| Tribute left by: |
Cindy Elkins (Spokane, WA) |
| Msgt Hugh Raines, Jr. is my Dad. He was always so proud to be a member of the USAF and to have the chance to serve his country. Despite his age and health, when the troubles began in the Gulf, he wanted nothing more than to have the chance to serve his country once again. Although that was not possible, it showed us what a true patriot he was and has always been. We Love and Miss you Dad!! |
| Tuesday, October 30, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Col. Edward Lee Sheley, Jr.
(Falls Church, VA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Susan Sheley Mills (Elkridge, MD) |
| Ordinary to most, beyond extraordinary to me. You wrote the book on kindness, integrity, courage and strength. Patience and goodness in everything you did.
Forever in my heart. My dad. My hero. |
| Monday, October 29, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
James Tapp
(Fort Collins, CO)
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| Tribute left by: |
Karen Lamey (Bates) (Ontario, CA) |
| You are my Uncle, my fathers youngest brother. You have been "memorialized" on the wall of my Son's office with art work depicting your flight over Tokyo and one of your "kills" that day. I also included a picture of you by one of your planes, Margaret 1, as well as a picture of you with my brother Tom and myself, it must have been taken in 1943. You are in your Air Force Uniform. I must have been about two years old. It generates a lot of interest and questions so I have included your Bio. |
| Monday, October 29, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Bill Strunk
(Yakima, WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
David Knighton (Lakeside, CA) |
| I served with Bill at Phan Rang Air Base in RVN June 1969 until he came back in May 1970. We were both working Line Delivery for 435th Munitions Maintenance Squadron and pulled the night shift from 1800 to 0600 six days a week for our year moving bombs, rockets, flares etc. from the "Bomb Dump" to the flight line. We went through a lot together. Bill died this past May 2007 and is greatly missed by his family. He was a good friend to me during our service and I will always hold him in my heart. |
| Saturday, October 27, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Bill Strunk
(naces, WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
April Strunk (milford, MA) |
| The GREATEST man ill ever know.I LOVE YOU and MISS YOU so much
LOVE ALWAYS
April
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| Saturday, October 27, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William Strunk
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| Tribute left by: |
Rhonda Delorme (Naches, WA) |
| Our hero was such a gentle giant, a dear friend and is greatly missed. Thank you for what you did for our country, our community, and your many friends. |
| Saturday, October 27, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Ernest Bradley
(Wilson, NC)
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| Tribute left by: |
Gayle Weiss (Boulder, CO) |
| Ernest Lee Bradley, 19, was killed in action on 24 Jan 1945. He enlisted in the Army-Air Corps June '43, received his basic training at Keesler Field, MS & entered gunnery school in Harlingen, TX & after 3 months training received his gunnery wings.He was assigned to a B-24 gp (30th bomb gp, 27th Bomb Squad.) in the 7th Air Force & was sent to Saipan.On his 4th mission, a pre-invasion bombardment over Iwo Jima on January 24, 1945. The plane crashed into the ocean & Ernest & 2 others perished. |
| Friday, October 26, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William Strunk
(Naches, WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Cindy (enaw) Wilfong (Sacramento, CA) |
| Whether you were fighting for our freedom, fighting traffic in your big rig, or fighting the 'forces of evil' protecting our grandbabies; you will always be our hero-- Forever in our hearts.... |
| Thursday, October 25, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William "Bill" Strunk
(Naches, WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Randolyn Kilpatrick (Cowiche, WA) |
| Thank you Bill for all the sacrifices you made to keep our country free.You will have a place in my heart forever.You and others like you are the reason we have the freedoms like no other.I love you son. Your favorite Mother-in-Law. |
| Wednesday, October 24, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William Strunk
(Naches, WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Katrina Burkhart (East Wenatchee, WA) |
| To our dearest Bill - there's a little baby boy here who would've loved to have met you. You were taken just before he got here. I know how excited you were for him to get here. He will grow to know all about you. You can be Papa to my baby that's already gone. You tell him about me and I'll tell Carson about you. You're loved so very much, you will never be forgotten. Please comfort Tamaw, she misses you the most. We love you!! |
| Wednesday, October 24, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William Strunk
(Naches, WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Jerry Kilpatrick (Battle Ground, WA) |
| I have personally never know anyone more proud of our great country than William 'Bill' Strunk.
He is a hero in every sense of the word and will be missed greatly. |
| Wednesday, October 24, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William "Bill" Strunk
(Naches , WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Jan Strunk (Naches , WA) |
| BILL, I MISS YOU TERRIBLY AND OUR TIME TOGETHER WAS TO SHORT BUT YOU WILL BE IN MY HEART FOREVER. I AM SO PROUD OF YOU FOR WHO YOU WERE AND HOW PROUD YOU WERE OF OUR COUNTRY. THANK YOU FOR THE TIME YOU SPENT IN VIETNAM DOING THE DUTY YOU WERE CALLED UPON TO DO. AMERICA OWES YOU AND ALL THE VETERANS SO MUCH GRATITUDE. YOU TAUGHT EVERYONE AROUND YOU ABOUT PRIDE. I LOVE YOU AND THE FLAG IS MY BIRTHDAY PRESENT TO YOU. YOU WILL BE FOREVER WITH ME AND FOREVER MISSED. JAN |
| Wednesday, October 24, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
CMSgt Robert L Loomis
(Biloxi, MS)
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| Tribute left by: |
Timothy Loomis (Mountain Home, ID) |
| My father was a true Air Force Hero. Holder of the Distinguished Flying Cross Air Medal Bronze Star for Valor. The only man in the Army Air Corps to capture a German general. He was a B26 Bombardier and Navigator. My father flow 95 combat missions during WWII and the Korean War. He was a true hero who never put on airs. He was a true NCO in every sense and meaning of the word. He took care of his troops. So here’s to ‘Looting Loomis’. He set the example for his sons and grandsons. We are all warriors because of him. |
| Wednesday, October 24, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Jack M. McCleskey jr
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| Tribute left by: |
Ann McCleskey (Schulenburg, TX) |
| Jack was the load master on a c130 hercules that went into a mountain in spain in 1984.
to his parents, his sisters his daughters and his granddaughters, he will always be our hero |
| Tuesday, October 23, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Edward Stackiewicz
(Syracuse, NY)
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| Tribute left by: |
Elizabeth Nowak (Cazenovia, NY) |
| My fathers career spanned almost 25 years. He did two tours of Viet Nam in service to our Country. He was very proud of his service. I am very proud of him. |
| Sunday, October 21, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
(Msgt. Retired) James H. Phillips
(Jacksonville, AR)
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| Tribute left by: |
Nanci Peterson (Port Hueneme , CA) |
| My dad served 26 years in the Air Force and never once complained about it. He was the type of man that his airmen looked up to. He would sweep the hanger next to them if it needed to get done and over the years I have since met men that said to me "YOUR FATHER IS THE REASON I AM IN TODAY, Tell him THANK YOU." I realize now that I am older, and a USAF wife that this truly isn't a JOB my dad did---IT WAS HEROIC WORK. I now understand the sacrifices he made. THANK YOU DADDY!!! |
| Wednesday, October 17, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
MSGT CHARLES MORELAND SR
(DELAND, FL)
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| Tribute left by: |
charles moreland jr (deland, FL) |
| OUR TRIBUTE IS TO THE MAN WE CALL DAD, PA PA CHUCK, AND GRAN PA. AND TO THE REST OF THE MEN AND WOMAN THAT SERVED IN THE KOREAN CONFLICT, VIETNAM, AND YES CAMBODIA (WELL YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN). AFTER RAISING 6 KIDS, 4 GRANDKIDS & ONE GREAT GRANDSON, DADDY CHUCK & MOMMA MORELAND, ARE WITH OUT A DOUBT THE MOST DESERVING OF THE HIGHEST TRIBUTE. MASTER SERGEANT MORELAND OF THE ( KC 97) AIR REFUELING COMMAND. THEN THE STAR LIFTER C-141, DAD WE STAND PROUD THANKS TO YOU AND MA. THANKS FOR A GREAT LIFE, YOUR FAMILY. |
| Tuesday, October 16, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Yoko Cook
(Tampa, FL)
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| Tribute left by: |
Lincoln Cook CMSGT. USAF RET. (Tampa, FL) |
| My wife Yoko is my hero. The wife is a big part of the Armed Forces. My wife took over the household when I had to go TDY or PCS. She did an outstanding job.With four children she was the driver, cook,nurse,doctor and teacher. This let me focus 100% on my job. One of her great aspects was she never did complain. She was an exceptional Air Force wife and my hero. |
| Tuesday, October 16, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Lt Col. Tom Estes
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| Tribute left by: |
Kirk Davis (Waterford, MI) |
| Great Job Colonel and God Speed. |
| Sunday, October 14, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Clifford Bates
(New Bedford, MA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Priscilla Bates (Tiverton, RI) |
| S/Sgt Clifford Bates, 386th BG/554th BS, Tail Gunner, B26 "Privy Donna," USAAF. Recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, Purple Heart, and Air Medal w/13 OLC's. Flew 75 missions in the ETO. |
| Saturday, October 13, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Bill Winslow
(Titusville, FL)
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| Tribute left by: |
Bob Nay (Jacksonville, FL) |
| My uncle- William B Winslow- started as an enlisted soldier in 1935, became a WWII B17 pilot stationed in Thurleigh, England (Clay Pigeons -the 306 (H) Bomb Group,367 Squadron, the Mighty 8th Air Force), and retired after 25 years as a Lt Col, USAF. As one of our many WW2 heroes he was able to serve his country in a critical time and to live his passion- aviation. And this passion did not end upon his military retirement. He lived his last years in Titusville FL – close enough to look out from his yard and enjoy the space shots at Kennedy Space Center. He became my “flight mentor” as I fulfilled a life long dream of learning to fly late in life. After every flight lesson and many times in between we would spend “hanger” hours talking about my lessons and his experiences.
Thank you Uncle Bill (Lt Col William B Winslow) for your service to America and aviation. You are our own “legend of air power”.
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| Thursday, October 11, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Arthur Abramoff
(Margate, NJ)
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| Tribute left by: |
Michael Lamberti (Nutey, NJ) |
| First Lt. Arthur J. Abramoff was Killed in Action while flying a mission in South Vietnam on Jan. 20, 1967. He was 25 years old and left behind a wife and two young children. I was only 8 years old when my uncle was killed, but I remember him as a loving person, who was committed to the defense of his country. On May 1, 2006, his Alma Mater, NYU, named a terrace in his memory, serving as a permanent memorial to his sacrifice and courage. Several family members, friends and servicemen attended. |
| Thursday, October 11, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Carlo Belella
(Smithsburg, MD)
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| Tribute left by: |
Joyce Belella (Smithsburg, MD) |
| Carl,
Thank you so much for giving so much of your life to keeping our freedom.
We love you,
Joyce |
| Wednesday, October 10, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William Haynes
(Chicago, IL)
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| Tribute left by: |
Lynn Ashley (Forest Park, OH) |
| William M. Haynes was my brother. He joined the Army Air Corps right after Pearl Harbor and was one of the first young men to go into flight training. He flew a P-51(Windy City11)over Normandy on D-Day. He served in the Air Force in many capacities until his death of cancer in 1955. He received the Silver Star, The DFC, Air medal with 8 oak leaf clusters, and other awards. His picture is included in an article(Dr. Mike DiMaio) in the magazine WW11, published by Weider History Group, Inc. |
| Monday, October 08, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Arthur Jetter
(Omaha, NE)
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| Tribute left by: |
Art Jetter, Jr. (Omaha, NE) |
| 1LT Arthur C. Jetter was a B-17 bomber pilot during World War II. He flew 35 missions over Europe with the 613th Bomb Squadron, 401st Bomb Group, 8th Air Corps and received the DFC. His plane "Snicklefritz" flew from Deenethorpe, England. Ball Turret Gunner Marty Knapp, speaking for the crew, credited Art for their survival. The crew remained friends for life. He volunteered to fly a PBY in the Pacific but the war ended as training ended. Art was a hero to his crew, his friends and his family. |
| Tuesday, October 02, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Donald Larson
(Yakima, WA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Connie Little (Yakima, WA) |
| Major Donald A. Larson was born as an identical twin to his brother Ronald A. Larson, April 2, 1915. He grew up and was educated in Yakima, WA. He took flying lessons at the MacAllister Field, opened in 1928, now a historical museum. He entered the Army Air Corps in May 1941 and soon was training pilots in Florida. Assigned to Fowlmere Field, England, he flew a P-51 Mustang from April to August 1943 when his plane crashed 8/04/44. Grave was located in 1946. Buried Ardennes. Book in progress! |
| Monday, October 01, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Kenneth "Bud" Eidnes
(Eagle River, WI)
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| Tribute left by: |
Jessica Kolstad (Granada Hills, CA) |
| Bud is my great uncle. He was a member of 509th during WWII. He is truly my hero because he was the radio operator for the plane "Enola Gay." Although he was not there for the bombing on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, his stories still live on in my mind. I remember doing reports and reading about WWII, knowing that he served the US so fervently and did not let his country down. He loved what he did and I am here to make sure my family acknowledges the amazing things he did to help serve our country. |
| Sunday, September 30, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Richard Hubbard
(Council Bluffs, IA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Chuck Hubbard (San Diego, CA) |
| My hero, my uncle. Richard "Dick" Hubbard was a top gunner/engineer on a B-17G bomber of the 379th bomber group, 525th squadron. I didn't learn much about his service untill I attended his funeral in August, 2007. My cousins had more than enough info to satisfy my questions that I asked for the three days I was there. He flew 35 missions and won sevaral medals including the Air Force Distinguished Flying Cross. I will miss him, but remember him always. |
| Sunday, September 30, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Ramon Noches
(Junction City, KS)
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| Tribute left by: |
Ramon Noches (Austin, TX) |
| My father, Flght Officer Ramon F. Noches, was a B-25 pilot in the 477th Bomb Group after he competing his flight training at Tuskegee. He was killed flying a training mission, June 6, 1945. I was only four so I really did not get to know him. But, he left me his G.I. Bill I used it to complete college, enter the United States Air Force and complete a successful career as a Colonel USAF. I will never know his frustrations as the Black bomber units were never allowed to enter the war. Thanks Dad. |
| Thursday, September 27, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Arthur Mack
(Deceased, VA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Philip G Mack, Major, UAF Ret) (Renton, WA) |
| Arthur Mack, my older brother, after graduation from Flying School, became pilot-in-command of a B-17 in 306th Bomb Group, 8th Air Force in England. He completed his combat tour in the Spring of 1944, recipient of the DFC for completing a mission 11Jan44 and bringing a B-17 to a safe landing with an engine out, three wounded men, elevator control by auto-pilot (cables shot-out) and brakes inoperable. Later he received an oak leaf cluster to his DFC and the Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters. |
| Thursday, September 27, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Russell Dougherty
(Washington, DC)
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| Tribute left by: |
William V. McBride (San Antonio, TX) |
| My friend, General Russell E.Dougherty, USAF,(Ret.)will be buried this morning at Arlington National Cemetery. This tribute is to Russ as he was the finest Officer I have ever known. I was honored to have served and worked with him for the past half-century -- during which he demonstated leadership, wisdom and integrity that was unmatched. He was truly a Gentleman and he set and met high standards that served our Air Force well. The Memorial itself is the perfect tribute to Russ. |
| Tuesday, September 25, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William McBride
(San Antonio, TX)
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| Tribute left by: |
Andrea Eskin (San Antonio, TX) |
| Gen. William V. McBride was my boss from 1982-87, and he will always be my role model. He is one of the most wise, kind, fair and ethical individuals I've ever known, and a true gentleman. When faced with a business dilemma, I often ask myself, "What would the General do?" I am so grateful to him for the small things he did for my career, and the big things he did for my life, in helping to make our world safe. He is truly a good man, and the world has been blessed by his gifts to us. |
| Tuesday, September 25, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Carlo Belella
(Smithsburg, MD)
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| Tribute left by: |
Larry Belella (Smithsburg, MD) |
| My hero is my dad, Maj. Carlo A. Belella, USAF (Ret.). He joined the USAF as a young Italian immigrant with only a shaving kit and about $2.00 to his name. He worked his way through the enlisted ranks, attended OCS and received his commission upon graduation. He served around the world during the Korean, Vietnam, and Cold Wars. He finished his career assigned to the JCS at the Alternate National Military Command Center (ANMCC)in Maryland and retired from the USAF in 1973. We love you, Dad! |
| Tuesday, September 25, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Clarence Hall
(Cincinnati, OH)
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| Tribute left by: |
Monte Hall (Las Vegas , NV) |
| Col. Clarence M. Hall. Ret 1973. Deceased 2002. He was my Dad, and I was raised a military brat, present for 19 of his 29 years of service. I was always proud of him, and I still am. "He did it right." |
| Monday, September 24, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Andrew S. Zuba
(Greenland, NH)
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| Tribute left by: |
Andrew M. Zuba (Nashua, NH) |
| Although he has been gone for over twenty years this military brat is proud of, and misses more than words can express, a great man that I simply call Dad. |
| Sunday, September 23, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
TSgt Owen L Day (Ret)
(Hampton, VA)
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| Tribute left by: |
Kate Marcus (Hampton, VA) |
| My father is and always will be my Air Force hero. He not only served our country, his service overseas gave me opportunities that made me who I am today. Sadly he passed away Oct 18, 2003. But he remains in my heart and on the memorial website because of his donation to the memorial for a service that was more than a part of him, it was who he was! Hope you're flying with the Thunderbirds Dad. |
| Sunday, September 23, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Maurice Kersey
(Louisville, KY)
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| Tribute left by: |
Joan Kersey-Snyder (Louisville, KY) |
| Dad: It is an honor to be your daughter. Not a day goes by that I do not think of you; your contribution to mankind; and, the honoring of your spirit. I miss you, however, this tribute helps in lessening my personal loss, as I remember when you and I discussed this Memorial groundbreaking and your dedication to the completion of same. This Memorial holds the spirit and legacy of men and woman of integrity, honor, and valor, as well as the universal spirit of freedom.
Love Always, Me! XX/OO |
| Saturday, September 22, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
William Snyder
(Racine, WI)
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| Tribute left by: |
Carol Thomas (Cincinnati, OH) |
| Lt. Col. William F. Snyder joined the Army Air Corps in 1942, and spent the next 42 years serving this country, first as an AF pilot, and then post-retirement, in Air Traffic Control at the Indianapolis Center. He was a Hump Pilot during WWII, flew the Berlin Airlift, was part of the Army of Occupation in Japan, and served in Korea. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross, and the US Air Medal. His photos of his life as a pilot are a family treasure, and a tribute to his love of the USAF. |
| Friday, September 21, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
Peter Britos
(Honolulu, HI)
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| Tribute left by: |
Peter Britos (Honolulu, HI) |
| Lt. Col. Pete Britos was a talented musician, sportsman and meterologist who served around the world in the 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s. He had seven children with his wife Miriam Edna Golden Britos. His children are Lani, Peter, Louis, John, Anthony, Christopher, Kari Ann, Francis & Michelle. We all love and miss him. He was a fantastic mentor who took us diving, hunting & exploring around the world. He loved his wife, his children and his work. We honor his memory and miss him tremendously. |
| Thursday, September 20, 2007 |
| Tribute for: |
David Wills
(Sanford, FL)
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| Tribute left by: |
Maria Wills-Kutz (Sanford, FL) |
| My father, David Wills, retired after 22 years of service from the US Air Force as a MGST. He loved the Air Force and had many fond memories of all his assignments - from being stationed in Greenland to Germany to Italy and more.
He is a true hero becuase he managed to maintain a happy family while serving all over the world. My dad recently passed away and will always be remembered as the "Last of the Good Guys". |
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