Memorial Day, 2011 Honoring those who I served with and knew, who died in Vietnam. Their lives were cut short because of their dedication to American and their service in The Marine Corps.
ABRAM JOSEPH WELKER 2LT - O1 - Marine Corps - Reserve
Length of service 0 years Casualty was on Oct 11, 1967 In QUANG TRI, SOUTH VIETNAM HOSTILE, GROUND CASUALTY GUN, SMALL ARMS FIRE Body was recovered
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George Nelson He was my Platoon Commander 10/11/1 3027 Grand Av, Astoria, Oregon 97103-2717 Astoria Oregon 97103-2717 America In rememberance of the eight Marines who gave their lives on that night so long ago and to the rest who were wounded. The LT was a very caring Platoon Commander all of the platoon trusted him, to look after them as well as was possible. I remember very well the night that he lost his life defending his men and moving to support others under fire. I truly wish that I had known him on the civi side. Feb 7, 2010
Fred Seth fred.sethjr@yahoo.com friend Seaford DE May you rest in peace Joe was a truly good man who loved his country and Corps. Dedicated to his fellow man, he will be remembered by those who knew him this Memorial Day weekend. Semper fi, my friend. Fred D. Seth, Jr. LtCol USMC (ret.) May 22, 2009
manny g Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe Union Gap, WA. 98903 “You are Remembered” Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. "He which hath no stomach to this fight let him depart. But we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother.” Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless You for your Sacrifice!!!
Oct 11, 2007
Bill Gallenstein Zephyrhills FL A very proud cold war USAF veteran remembers you on this day. My God bless you and your family always. I salute you, Thank you Oct 11, 2007
Garnet Jenkins Grand Junction Co. ~You Are Never Forgotten ~ In Tribute to this Young Marine, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom. Rest well 2LT Abram Joseph Welker and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Supreme Sacrifice in Vietnam 1967..... THEY SHALL NOT GROW OLD, AS WE THAT ARE LEFT GROW OLD; AGE SHALL NOT WEARY THEM, NOR THE YEARS CONDEM. AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN AND IN THE MORNING, WE WILL REMEMBER THEM. "For the Fallen" September 1914~ R.L. Binyon~
Sep 24, 2007
Ray Harton mc2316774@aol.com Fellow Marine http://www.father-capodanno.org "So Young" "So Brave" Truly one of "The Few,The Proud". Rest in Peace Brave Marine, you have not been forgotten. Cpl.Harton, USMC Ret. Vietnam 1967 5th Marines Sunday, September 24, 2000
Bill Sparkman billsparkman@hotmail.com A Friend! TX USA Edelweiss My Friend! Joseph and I attended and graduated from OCS and The Basic School together. He was a gentle person who believed that he had a responsibility to America. He will always be remembered, along with our buddy, 2nd Lt. Ronald Sweet, who also died in Vietnam. Bill Sparkman Sunday, May 27, 2001
AARON PRICE JR. BUCK_606@YAHOO.COM FELLOW MARINE-VIETNAM VET CHICAGO, ILLINOIS USA HAPPY BIRTHDAY Lt. REST WELL - CPL. A. PRICE JR. 1ST MARINE DIVISION VIETNAM 1966-67 Tuesday, September 24, 2002
Length of service 1 years Casualty was on Sep 13, 1967 In QUANG TRI, SOUTH VIETNAM NON-HOSTILE, GROUND CASUALTY OTHER ACCIDENT Body was recovered
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Tony Doremus tdoremus@councilbluffsiowa.com Council Bluffs iowa 51503 never forgotten I have recently taken 5 Honor Flights of World War II veterans to DC and I have had two veterans remember you as a kid and a being described as an All-American Kid that was always there to help everyone, these two veterans were on two different flights, August 9th and November 4th bit i helped them find your name on the wall and traced your name for them, they were happy to know you and very proud of you, thanks for your service Nov 5, 2009
Fred Seth fred.sethjr@yahoo.com friend Rest In Peace, Marine Ron was a wonderful Marine who believed in country and Corps. He was taken from us at so young an age. Ron, I remember the good and rough times we spent together at OCS. Rest in Peace, my friend. I think of you this Memorial Day weekend. Fred D. Seth, Jr. LtCol USMC (ret.) May 22, 2009
Garnet Jenkins garijen@bresnan.net Grand Junction Co ~ In Remembrance of Your Sacrifice ~ In Tribute to this Brave Young Marine, with So Much Gratitude for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom. Rest in Peace, 2LT Ronald Steven Sweet and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I am the sister of such a young hero, who also made the Supreme Sacrifice in Vietnam 1967... ' SOME PEOPLE SPEND AN ENTIRE LIVETIME, WONDERING IF THEY MADE A DIFFERENCE. THE MARINES DON'T HAVE THAT PROBLEM' ~ President Ronald Reagan ~ Sep 13, 2008
manny g Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe Union Gap, WA. 98903 “You are Remembered” Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. 'He which hath no stomach to this fight let him depart. But we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother”. Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless You for your Sacrifice!!! Jul 18, 2008
marine e1 reugeneor58@aol.com served in D company you died a hero's death, should have been hostile action It wasn't a non hostile death. The gooks hit the field that night, you and one other brave brother went to check the integerity of the field.
I last saw you at Delta Med. For identification. God bless you. I never forget that day Mar 31, 2007
Bill Sparkman billsparkman@hotmail.com A Friend! TX USA Edelweiss My Friend! Ron and I attending and graduated from OCS and The Basic School together with 2nd Lt. Abram Joseph Welker. Both of them were gentle people that felt they were fulfilling a responsibility to America. I miss them both. Bill Sparkman Sunday, May 27, 2001
Ray Harton mc2316774@aol.com Fellow Marine Honoring you today Sir. I did not know you but will not forget your Sacrifice and Service to our Country and our Corps. Rest in Peace Marine. Cpl.Harton USMC Ret. Vietnam 1967 5th Marines Tuesday, July 18, 2000
Russ Nussbaum rusnus@msn.com Fellow Marine from Des Moines Memories like it was yesterday From the same city, we did not meet until Basic School. We became friends then attended different MOS schools at the same time, double dated, and talked a lot about our feelings and futures. He has been, and is missed. Saturday, September 11, 2004
ANONYMOUS AND GRATEFUL SO YOUNG! SO BRAVE! HOW CAN IT BE THAT SOMEONE SO YOUNG CAN GIVE THEIR LIFE FOR FREEDOM AND SO FEW ACKNOWLEDGE HIS SACRIFICE. SOME OF US CARE. THANK YOU SEEMS SO INADEQUATE BUT IT'S ALL I HAVE. Monday, May 08, 2006
Patrick R. Scully
PATRICK R SCULLY
Marine Corps - 1LT - O2
Age:
23
Race:
Caucasian
Sex:
Male
Date of Birth
Jul 27, 1944
From:
CHICAGO, IL
Religion:
ROMAN CATHOLIC
Marital Status:
Single
PATRICK R SCULLY JR
" " "
1LT - O2 - Marine Corps - Reserve
Length of service 2 years His tour began on Jan 7, 1968 Casualty was on Jul 17, 1968 In QUANG TRI, SOUTH VIETNAM HOSTILE, GROUND CASUALTY GUN, SMALL ARMS FIRE Body was recovered
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Jon Ahlschwede sgtpaja@yahoo.com Served w/Lt Scully in RVN Bonita Springs Florida You Are Remembered Always I was a member of 'Scully's Raiders'. I was standing next to him on that day in July 1968 when he was taken from us. He was a warrior, a leader a friend and a brother. You will always be remembered. The world has been a lesser place without you. Semper Fi forever!! Sgt. Swede Oct 3, 2009
Garnet Jenkins garijen@bresnan.net Grand Junction Co ~ In Remembrance of a Fallen Hero ~ In Tribute to this Brave Young Marine, with So Much Gratitude for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom. Rest well, 1LT Patrick R Scully and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I am the sister of Sgt David Dickinson, another young hero, who also made the Supreme Sacrifice in Vietnam 1967... ' SOME PEOPLE SPEND AN ENTIRE LIFETIME, WONDERING IF THEY MADE A DIFFERENCE. THE MARINES DON'T HAVE THAT PROBLEM' ~ President Ronald Reagan ~ Jul 17, 2009
Fred Seth fred.sethjr@yahoo.com OCS friend May you rest in peace Pat was a wonderful friend and dedicated Marine. He believed in Corps and country. Pat, I think of you this Memorial Day weekend and pray you found peace. Semper fi, my friend. Fred D. Seth, Jr. LtCol USMC (ret.) May 22, 2009
manny g Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe Union Gap, WA. 98903 “You are Remembered” Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. "He which hath no stomach to this fight let him depart. But we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother.” Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare)May God Bless You for your Sacrifice!!! Jul 17, 2007
Robert Pendergast RPende4802@aol.com schoolmates Here's to you, Pat. You were always a go-getter. I am sure you were up with your men when you got hit. I am sorry. RLP Sunday, January 23, 2000
Dan Murphy dmurphy@voyager.net school buddy Mount Prospect,IL I went through grammar school with Pat. He was a smart and likeable kid, good sports player. As all kids, we had our squabbles, but as an adult, I will forever respect the honor of Pat Scully, a fallen hero. Monday, September 13, 1999
Bill Sparkman billsparkman@hotmail.com A Friend TX USA Another Hero Reporting! Pat and I attended OCS and The Basic School together. He felt an obligation to his country and volunteered for Vietnam. He was Gung Ho! A real hero! Bill Sparkman Sunday, May 27, 2001
I'm Anonymous Just a note to thank YOU for YOUR sacrifice to a great nation. Wednesday, November 14, 2001
James Fuller jaf1292@msn.com Gun sqd. ldr Scully's Raiders Better for knowing you I served under Lt.Scully in 2nd plt. "K" Co. 3rd Bn 9Th Marins in RVN from the day he arrived in Company to Day he was KIA. He was well liked by his men, and served well. (Tex) JAF Sunday, March 03, 2002
Fredrick H. Williams, Jr.
FREDRICK H WILLIAMS
Marine Corps - 1LT - O2
Age:
24
Race:
Caucasian
Sex:
Male
Date of Birth
Jun 8, 1943
From:
SUTTER CREEK, CA
Religion:
PROTESTANT
Marital Status:
Single
FREDRICK H WILLIAMS JR
1LT - O2 - Marine Corps - Reserve
Length of service 2 years His tour began on Aug 9, 1967 Casualty was on May 26, 1968 In QUANG NAM, SOUTH VIETNAM HOSTILE, GROUND CASUALTY GUN, SMALL ARMS FIRE Body was recovered
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Fred Seth fred.sethjr@yahoo.com friend Seaford DE Rest in Peace Fred was a good Marine who believed in Corps and country. Fred, I remember out time together at OCS and how we trained for our service in Vietnam. You were taken from us at so young an age. May you rest in peace, my friend. Fred D. Seth, Jr., LtCol USMC (ret.) May 22, 2009
William Tomany w.tomany@cox.net University of Nevada College Friend 2000 North Rampart Blvd Las Vegas nv 89128 U.S.A. Rest in Peace My Friend At The University of Nevada Fred was a gifted athelete and was known by everyone as fast Freddie Jun 19, 2008
manny g Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe Union Gap, WA. 98903 “You are Remembered” Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. "He which hath no stomach to this fight let him depart. But we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother”. Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless You for your Sacrifice!!!
Jun 8, 2008
John Lissoway jlissoway@cybermesa.com grew up together 53 La Paloma Dr Los Alamos NM 87544 USA Freddie, rest in peace brother Freddie and I go way back to fishing creeks together near Pioneer California as little guys I was older by couple years, attending Amador High together he went on to Univ of Nevada, I to Humboldt State. We finally caught up to each other at Marine Corps Basic School Quantico. I went on to Pensacola NAS, he being a class behind but deployed immediately, and was killed 2 weeks prior to my going over. To his family: Freddie was a fantastic human being, and I will remember him always. Semper Fi, Fred. May 26, 2008
jake da Forty years remembered 1 Lt, today is forty years since you gave all for us. When I pass away and see the streets guarded by U.S.Marines, I'll know I arrived in Heaven. We served our tour in hell. It is a Marine thing that others will never understand. I thought of all my fallen Marines today at the Memorial Day Service in Reading, PA. Semper Fi! May 26, 2008
Freddie, we love you and are very, highly proud of you for your devotion to service in the freedom mission of Vietnam.
Freddie has been honored with a personal memorial Vietnam tribute on the Flickr photo site for Amador County High School, Sutter Creek, California, where he graduated in the Class of 1961. The Vietnam era and all that went with it was not popular due to media coverage and sheer politics from armchair generals in Washington D.C. However, today in 2008 after all these years, there is a growing understanding that the highest American principles leading us into Vietnam, where so many gave their lives and others sacrificed so much, also today people are recognizing that Vietnam continues to be most relevant in a world still with tyranny and persecution of the worst kind. Freddie understood those American principles and stated personally to family that he was willing to give his life in service to the American freedom mission there. That freedom included not only South Vietnam citizens of the time, but a greater purpose globally where communism continued to be a threat. Today there is another worse kind of threat to global freedom for which the free nations of the world must meet an even greater, more pervasive challenge, and the principles continue to be the same, undying, universal American principles for all peoples.
This is what Freddie, and our schoolmate Rich Randolph, ACHS Class of 1966, and older schoolmate, Cliff Spiva, ACHS Class of 1958, and others who served in Vietnam all stood for, and those who know Freddie, Rich, and Cliff, or knew of them in Amador County, California, continue to be very, very proud of each of them, saddened by our loss they are deeply missed by many people from the county even still.
You may read their Vietnam memorial tributes at the Amador Meeting Place, under their class photo sections. They did their job to the utmost, and today it is time for all Americans to step up in many different ways, including but not limited to military service and do what is necessary at home and abroad to prevail over today's global War on Terror.
Apr 22, 2008
Dennis O'Brien dennis@homebiodiesel.com Friend and neighbor Rescue CA 95672 USA All gave some, Some gave all Freddie and I grew up within a mile of each other. He being two years older Freddie was a mentor to me. He was well liked and fun to be around. The small town we lived in was very proud of Freddie. Freddie is buried in a cemetery on property that was in my family for years. For years while I remained in the area, I would go by and stop to say a word. Freddie is within a few feet of my parents. For years, I and others wondered what had happened. I feel a sense of relief knowing how Freddie fell. Freddie was a great American at a time when it wasn't popular. I will forever remember his constantly smiling face and fun loving attitude. ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL, SOME STOOD TRUE FOR THE RED WHITE AND BLUE AND SOME HAD TO FALL. Thank you for your sacrifice Freddie! God Bless Nov 12, 2007
Garnet Jenkins Grand Junction Co. In Remembrance "SOME PEOPLE SPEND AN ENTIRE LIFETIME WONDERING IF THEY MADE A DIFFERENCE, THE MARINES DON'T HAVE THAT PROBLEM"... President Ronald Reagan.....In Remembrance of this Young Marine, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom. Rest well 1LT Fredrick H. Williams and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Supreme Sacrifice in Vietnam 1967..... "TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND, IS NEVER TO DIE" ~Robert Orr~.....
May 26, 2007
Kelly Estes avery903@sbcglobal.net Neice A hero I never new Freddie died in a war long before I was born. His brother is my step dad. We don't talk much about the traggic lose of his only brother, but at times the sadness can still be seen in his eyes. He is remembered and loved very much. May I be blessed to one day meet you. Love, Kelly Thursday, June 08, 2006
Frank McAdams rushact@cox.net OCS Classmate 34056 Pequito Drive Dana Point, Ca 92629 USA 42nd OCS Classmate I met Fred on October 10, 1966, the first day of Officer Candidate School at Quantico, Virginia. He was a very competitive guy with an affable sense of humor. These character traits spilled over to the others in our unit, 4th platoon, Golf Company. It was hard and rigorous training. I heard later that the attrition rate for our class was 34 percent, considered high. Our platoon was named honor platoon for our class. At Basic School we were assigned to different companies. While in Vietnam I learned of Fred's death reading Stars & Stripes. Another classmate from OCS later confirmed it. He was a good man whose life was cut short in the service of the USMC and his country. Sunday, July 02, 2006
Bill Sparkman billsparkman@hotmail.com A Friend TX USA Another Hero Reporting! Fred and I attended OCS and The Basic School together. He believed that he had a responsibility to America and volunteered for Vietnam. He was a good Marine. Bill Sparkman Sunday, May 27, 2001
I had the opportunity to visit The Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington DC. I was so overwhelmed with sorrow and pain that I could not hold back the tears for those heroes and their families who lost so much. Though my visit to the Wall was a few years ago, I feel that I left a piece of my heart there. To honor those who died in the Vietnam War and to say thank you I created a small tribute to those heroes. Please click on the link above to view memorial website. Wednesday, April 21, 2004
Grateful American Fellow Californian American Hero Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. Rest well Lt Williams, for you Sir, are not forgotten. Wednesday, May 26, 2004
John Lissoway jlissoway@cybermesa.com Childhood friend and fellow Marine 53 La Paloma Dr Los Alamos, NM 87544 USA To Fred my comrade Freddie and I grew up together.as a fishing buddy, high school teammate, and family friend. We connected in our youth on so many levels. I miss him greatly. Fred was known by many as a gentle spirit but fierce competitor who always played by the rules. I know also that in his short life he treasured peace and justice through giving of his service to our country and ultimately paying the highest price anyone could give. Thus should his memory be honored through our continuing struggle toward building peace based on justice in the world. Monday, May 31, 2004
Sarah Pingitore Cousin CA Fredrick died in war long before I was born, but his memory still lives on in my father's stories. They were first cousins and playmates. My father has always spoken highly of Fredrick and praises him for the service he has done for his country. I know he is missed. I only wish I could have met him. Friday, August 13, 2004
Carl Burgess Fellow Vietnam Vet. You are not forgotten. God Love You. Friday, May 26, 2006
Fredrick H Williams, Jr First Lieutenant C CO, 1ST TANK BN, 1ST MARDIV United States Marine Corps 08 June 1943 - 26 May 1968 Sutter Creek, California Panel 65W Line 002
James Dale Mills
JAMES DALE MILLS
Marine Corps - CAPT - O3
Age:
30
Race:
Caucasian
Sex:
Male
Date of Birth
Jul 1, 1937
From:
COMMERCE, TX
Religion:
PROTESTANT
Marital Status:
Married
JAMES DALE MILLS
CAPT - O3 - Marine Corps - Regular
Length of service 6 years His tour began on Jan 29, 1968 Casualty was on Jan 29, 1968 In THUA THIEN, SOUTH VIETNAM HOSTILE, FIXED WING - PILOT AIR LOSS, CRASH ON LAND Body was not recovered
davy b. davybaker@suddenlink.net Kilgore Tx. remembrance Honoring the memory of a patriot and hero.Thank you for your dedication,courage,and years of service to our nation.May God bless and keep you,hold you in His loving arms,and comfort your family and friends.My brother was MIA for over 40 yr's.until his remains were ID'd and returned in 2005.Capt.Mills was piloting an A4E at the time of his loss. 'THE GRACE OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST BE WITH YOU ALL.AMEN.~Romans 16:24~ Rest in peace James Dale Mills,YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN!!! Jul 1, 2009
Fellow Marine Well done Sir rest in peace Smart lad, to slip betimes away From fields where glory does not stay And early though the laurel grows It withers quicker than the rose. Eyes the shady night has shut Cannot see the record cut, And silence sounds no worse than cheers After earth has stopped the ears: Now you will not swell the rout Of lads that wore their honours out, Runners whom renown outran And the name died before the man. So set, before its echoes fade, The fleet foot on the sill of shade, And hold to the low lintel up The still-defended challenge-cup. And round that early-laurelled head Will flock to gaze the strengthless dead, And find unwithered on its curls The garland briefer than a girl’s. A.E. Housman, "Don't be afraid, I've redeemed you. I've called your name. You're mine. Isaiah 43:1 (REN) Semper Fi
Jan 29, 2008
Manuel Pino Bco 2/8th 1st Cav 68-69 mpjr54@msn.com Fellow Vietnam Vet 1st MAW/MAG-12/VMA-211, 3rd MAF
OH!. I HAVE SLIPPED THE SURLEY BONDS OF EARTH, AND DANCED THE SKIES ON LAUGHTER-SILVERED WINGS. WHERE NEVER LARK OR EAGLE EVER FLEW-AND WHILE WITH SILENT, LIFTING MIND I'VE TROD THE HIGH UNTRESSPASSED SANCTITY OF SPACE, PUT OUT MY HAND AND TOUCHED THE FACE OF GOD.
Jul 9, 2007
manny g Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe Union Gap, WA. 98903 “You are Remembered” Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. "He which hath no stomach to this fight let him depart. But we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother”. Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless You for your Sacrifice!!! Jan 29, 2007
Corporal J.T. Bryan United States Marines jbryan@farmersagent.com Fellow Marine Brother Captain Mills May you rest in God's loving arms forever. Thank you for serving our great country & allowing us to breathe free. May the good Lord be with your family & friends as they think of you often. Semper Fidelis Cpl. Bryan, Headquarters, 3dMarDiv - Plt. 3122. Friday, July 01, 2005
JOHN HOLLADAY JOHN.HOLLADAY@COMCAST.NET Another Marine 2804 PRAIRIE CREEK PLANO, tx 75075 usa Another Marine I didn't know this Marine, but all should have note attached to their name. As a fellow Texan I grieve for him. It is a shame Marines have to die. Semper Fi John "Doc" Holladay former Captain of Marines Tuesday, November 11, 2003