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5221. Cacti: if you are able, please stop by on your way to the reunion. Ballwin is in the St Louis area.
Bruno, "Zach" Zachery D.
March 5, 1991-September 19, 2017.
Zach was a Sgt. with the 345th Tactical Psychological Operations Company (Airborne) Reserve Unit, Lewisville, TX. He was deployed to Afghanistan while serving in 2-35 Infantry Regiment during and in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Zach was a true Cacti, generous a generous soul, loved by many, a true infantry soldier and will forever remain in our hearts.
Services: Funeral service at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. Interment, Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be The Gary Sinise Foundation or The Chive Charity. Visitation Wednesday, September 27, 2017, 10:00 a.m.-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL -- 09/26/2017
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5220. a lady who lives in Springfield call the VFW post in Springfield where I am an officer. She explained that her brother a Vietnam vet was flying into Springfield and she wondered if some guys might like to meet his plane and welcome him.
In short it turned out he was flying in for the Cacti reunion and she thought this was his first reunion. Her brother is staying with his sister and not staying at the hotel. I told her I was a Cacti and would be happy to meet her at the airport and welcome him home. He is not aware she requested this.
His name is Walter Twyford and on the Bravo 2/35 roster says he was platoon leader for 1st plt and weapons plt. as well as Bravo XO. and it shows he served 3/67-68. Thought someone might know him.
If this is his first reunion, I thought some Bravo guys might like to also meet him and welcome him. He is flying in on Alegiant Airlines and lands at noon on Thursday 28th.
Call me at 417-839-4084
Tom Gardner -- Springfield MO -- 09/25/2017
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5219. Hi fellas, I'm hoping you can help a daughter of a fallen Cacti. Yesterday we were attending a Welcome Home event for Vietnam Veterans. There was a very large map of VN laid out on the ground and you could sign you name, unit, etc around the area where you served. I did that. Last night I received a message on my phone from a daughter of a fallen Cacti who saw my information at the event. She was wondering if I had served with her father, Sgt. Daniel Drummond. I told her I didn't but would try to find someone who did.
She said he always wanted to go to one of the reunions but he passed away this past May from complications from Agent Orange, Throat Cancer.
Sgt. Daniel Drummond was in country 5 months and was wounded November 13,1967 in Que Son. She believes he was in B Company, 1/35th.
If somebody remembers Sgt Drummond, his daughter would love to reach out to him. I have a picture of him as well I can share if someone thinks they might know him.
My email is mikeandjaci@gmail.com
Thank you Brothers
Mike "Critch"
Mike Critchfield -- Stanwood MI -- 09/24/2017
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5217. I have a question. If i served with B 2/35th inf 3rd Bde Task Force 25th Inf before it was redesignated in Aug67 as the 4th ID who would have unit rosters or morning reports. Would morning reports be archived for that year and where would they be archived under if available B 2/35th 3rd Bde Task Force 25th Inf or B Co 2/35th 4th ID.
Charles T.Coates(ChucK) -- Richmond WI -- 09/23/2017
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5216. 76 attendees so far, looking for more! Bravo 2/35th 17th Annual Luncheon. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Springfield MO Sept 28th to Oct 1st 2017, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. Friday the 29th at 1pm we will be at our hotel! A first after all these years! The Ramada Plaza Hotel and Oasis Conference Center Springfield, MO. Meal: Two choices to pre-order. Please write choices on your check. #1 Chicken Piccata with Basil Pesto Orzo, Chefs Choice Vegetable, and Chefs Dessert. #2 Beef Lasagna with Marinara, Italian Green Beans, Bread Sticks, and Chefs Dessert. Price: $18.00 pp includes meal, beverage, tax, tip, and Cacti friendship! Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So #103 Gulfport FL 33707. All reservations have to be received before Sept 26th.
Peter Birrow B2/35 68/69 -- Gulfport FL LAST CALL!! -- 09/21/2017
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5214. Word was passed to me of the passing of long time Cacti supporter,family member, and Vietnam brother Jerry Matheis of Adams Mn. We met at a Cacti Reunion a long time ago. He is Dick Matheis's (B 2/35 '69-'70) brother and a Nam vet in his own right. He was accompanied by his wife, sister and brother-in-law. They came to learn about a part of Dick's life they knew nothing about. They joined the Association as family members. Jerry and the rest of the Matheis family gathered in any Cacti brothers and sisters who came their way and welcomed them into their family. If you happen to be in the neighborhood on Friday (9/14) stop in for his services. I know it will be appreciated. Jerry, may you have a joyful reunion with your parents and your little brother Dick. Lastly may you also Rest In Peace brother.
MIke Slyck -- Rochester NY -- 09/14/2017
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5213. Fellow Cacti: The War Stories page on our website has been updated to include listing the stories by newest posted, by author, or by title. Check it out, and send your War Stories to Wiley Dodd!
Dave Muxo -- Orem UT USA -- 09/12/2017
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5212. I had a blood clot, was in the VA for a week. Don Johnson I need to call you so I can go to the reunion
Bradford G Anderson SR -- Batesville Ar USA -- 09/11/2017
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5209. Fellow Cacti: A tip for searching the Guestbook posts. When searching by name, be less specific rather than more. If you entered David Muxo you would not receive any results because I always sign Dave Muxo. Instead enter Muxo by itself. For the Comment field, be more specific rather than less to limit the results. You can also search on both name and comment at once. You will get results for either or both.
Dave Muxo -- Orem UT USA -- 09/09/2017
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5208. Lets pray for our members living in Florida and hope they will be safe. I have room for a couple. call me.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA -- 09/08/2017
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5202. I walked point a lot and my nickname was "DURK"....I was from Chicago, Ill and moved to Florida in 1984....with all the vegetation around me, reminds me the Nam....
Steven Durkovic -- Mount Dora FL -- 09/06/2017
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5200. 68 attendees so far, looking for more! Bravo 2/35th 17th Annual Luncheon. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Springfield MO Sept 28th to Oct 1st 2017, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. Friday the 29th at 1pm we will be at our hotel! A first after all these years! The Ramada Plaza Hotel and Oasis Conference Center Springfield, MO. Meal: Two choices to pre-order. Please write choices on your check. #1 Chicken Piccata with Basil Pesto Orzo, Chefs Choice Vegetable, and Chefs Dessert. #2 Beef Lasagna with Marinara, Italian Green Beans, Bread Sticks, and Chefs Dessert. Price: $18.00 pp includes meal, beverage, tax, tip, and Cacti friendship! Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So #103 Gulfport FL 33707. All reservations have to be received before Sept 26th.
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL -- 09/01/2017
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5199. For you Reunion attendees that do not know about the hotel name change. The Ramada Plaza and Oasis Conference Center is now just the Oasis Conference Center. Same everything, just a different name.
Don Johnson -- BATON ROUGE LA -- 08/30/2017
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5188. Fellow Cacti: The Reunions section of this website has been updated to include the same kind of slideshow that you have seen in the Photos section. Our 2017 Reunion in Springfield, MO is coming up soon. Please take plenty of photos and submit them for inclusion on this website. Good scans with a separate sheet of captions would be perfect.
Dave Muxo -- Orem UT USA -- 08/19/2017
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5186. We are in the process of creating a book form (a PDF) of the Cacti Timeline entries. The Cacti Timeline is a collection of dated entries recounting the day-by-day history of the 35th Infantry Regiment in Vietnam. Many of them were taken from the original battalion logs. Dave Fogg and Jim Anderson were instrumental in preserving much of this important history on our website. If any of you would like to add your experiences to the timeline there is still time. Send them to my email address. I have included a link to the Cacti Time Line below.
Dave Muxo -- Orem UT USA -- 08/17/2017
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org/regiment/timeline/timeline_index2.php
5184. In memory of Paul Demaline A 2/35 and Robert Ater C 2/35 who lost their lives and those injured on this day, August 17, 1970 in an ill-fated helicopter crash.John Linn B 2/35
John Linn -- Sydney NS Australia -- 08/17/2017
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5183. Fellow Cacti: If you haven't visited the Photos section of this website lately, take a look! There is now a slide show of your photos which you can turn on and off, and adjust the delay between photos. There are also thumbnails, which allow you to select individual photos to look at. If you want to add captions to your photos, or change them, send them to me at the email address below. The KIA slide show has also been enhanced. You can now click on any photo while the slide show is running, and go to the memorial page for that individual. Then, click the browser back button to return to the slide show.
Dave Muxo -- Orem UT USA -- 08/16/2017
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5167. Don Johnson, your email on the guestbook regarding the golf sign up comes back because of a wrong domain, whatever that means. Please sign me up with right handed golf club rental.
Art Johnson -- Hansville WA USA -- 08/13/2017
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5166. Looking for anyone who may have served WITH Aaron Cochran. He was KIA 8/7 1966 . Know he was with 1/35th A co don't know platoon .I am trying to get some information for his sister. If anyone who served with Aaron and may have some picture's would be wonderful. I am retired Army served 3 yrs 9 mo I tour with 1st Inf Div 2/2 C co platoon medic Thanks and welcome home.
Hoyt l Claburn -- Boaz AL USA -- 08/11/2017
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5160. Hi Fellow Cacti. I am no longer in Mabelton, Ga. I have relocated to Wisconsin where I will be at my brother's place for awhile. I will be at Springfield Missouri reunion. I will be looking forwarding to meeting some of my Cacti brothers. This will be my first reunion ever with B2/35th Inf. Right now on the road doing a lot of traveling, visiting family, visiting Vietnam friends from 2nd tour, Veterans of Vietnam and Cambodia 11th ACR, genealogy. Will be spending time with niece up in the Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo. area before heading to Springfield reunion. If anyone should know Sgt. Silva from May 29,1967 Tan Phong contact or were a member of his squad would love to talk to you. My number is 470-283-9885. If i should not answer leave a message and will get back with you. Have a blessed day.
Charles T. Coates (Chuck) -- New Richmond WI United States -- 08/06/2017
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5154. I was a member of B co 1/35 Inf, 1st Plt 1976-1979, Schofield Barracks (F Quad
Norman DeLoach -- Warner Robins GA USA -- 08/04/2017
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5152. Reunion golf has been set up for Friday morning 9/29 at Stewart Golf Course 1825 E Norton Road Springfield, MO 65802. With an 8am shotgun start. Please email me to let me know if you are going to play and if you need rental clubs or not.
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 08/04/2017
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5151. 48 attendees so far, looking for 22 more! Bravo 2/35th 17th Annual Luncheon. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Springfield MO Sept 28th – Oct 1st 2017, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. Friday the 29th at 1pm we will be at our hotel! A first after all these years… The Ramada Plaza Hotel and Oasis Conference Center Springfield, MO Meal: Two choices to pre-order. Please write choices on your check. #1 Chicken Piccata with Basil Pesto Orzo, Chef’s Choice Vegetable, and Chef’s Dessert. #2 Beef Lasagna with Marinara, Italian Green Beans, Bread Sticks, and Chef’s Dessert. Price: $18.00 pp includes meal, beverage, tax, tip, and Cacti friendship! Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So #103 Gulfport FL 33707. All reservations have to be received before Sept 20th.
Peter Birrow B2/35 68/69 -- Gulfport Fl USA -- 08/03/2017
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5149. today 48 years ago Aug 2 i lost my big brother- in memory of Robert Lynn Shook kia aug 2-69
fred shook -- adel ga USA -- 08/02/2017
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5146. Time is running out to order your t-shirts for the reunion. Mail or e-mail your order to me so I can have the shirts made in time.
Joe Henderson -- Levittown PA USA -- 07/31/2017
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5144. I am looking for any living family members of PFC Charles L. Miller/Kentucky
Becky Snyder -- Weston FL USA -- 07/27/2017
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5126. Going to DC next week. My wife and two boys get to see my dad's name on the Wall. When I asked my oldest what he wanted for his 10th birthday he said "To go to see Grandpa Dan's name on the wall." It's taken a lot to make this happen.
30 years since I was there and its going to be really hard.
Jim Gleason -- Cody WY USA -- 07/09/2017
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5125. Bravo 2/35th 17th Annual Luncheon. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Springfield MO Sept 28th – Oct 1st 2017, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. Friday the 29th at 1pm we will be at our hotel! A first after all these years… The Ramada Plaza Hotel and Oasis Conference Center Springfield, MO Meal: Two choices to pre-order. Please write choices on your check. #1 Chicken Piccata with Basil Pesto Orzo, Chef’s Choice Vegetable, and Chef’s Dessert. #2 Beef Lasagna with Marinara, Italian Green Beans, Bread Sticks, and Chef’s Dessert. Price: $18.00 pp includes meal, beverage, tax, tip, and Cacti friendship! Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So #103 Gulfport FL 33707. All reservations have to be received before Sept 20th.
Peter Birrow B2/35 68/69 -- Gulfport fl USA -- 06/28/2017
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5124. Went on a weeks vacation to Oregon l, was fortunate enough to miss most of the California heat wave. On our way home we swung by Shady Cove, Oregon and met up with LT. Larry McPheeters and his lovely wife and son. After 49 years it was great to talk with Larry and reminisce about our time in Delta 2/35. Larry was wounded in Feb 68 and had nerve surgery later that year, went to flight school and returned to Nam as an AO. Working on him to update his membership, and attend our reunions.
Great eat to see you again Larry
John Morgan -- Foresthill CA USA -- 06/27/2017
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5123. Reunion Attendees, it's that time of year again. The Hotel is sold out and I've set up the Holiday Inn & Suites I-44 as the overflow hotel. The Hotel is next door. $91 plus tax for Single King or Double Beds. Breakfast Not Included. Call the Hotel at 417-865-8600 or 1-800-Holiday Identify yourself with the 35th Infantry 2017 Reunion. Or go online to the link on the website.
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 06/25/2017
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5122. To whom it may concern,
My name is Garrett Bergquist, and I am a great-nephew of PFC Harold Bergquist, who was killed near Sanjon, Korea on April 12, 1952. I have been trying to learn more about his service as part of my ongoing effort to document my family's history, including its military service. My recent effort to recover his records from the National Personnel Records Center proved unsuccessful, as the NPRC said his records were lost in the 1973 fire.
Does the 35th Infantry Regiment Association have any members or contacts who might have served with him? He was in Company K, 3rd Battalion. I'm trying to find out more about what he did and, especially, how he died. Family tradition has it he was accidentally killed by another soldier who was unloading his rifle for the night. I am trying to determine whether any of this is true.
Any assistance you can provide would be deeply appreciated.
Sincerely,
Garrett Bergquist
garrett.cfbergquist@gmail.com
(630) 632-1224
Garrett Bergquist -- USA -- 06/20/2017
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5121. Does anyone know if there are any original company rosters for the months of Mar, April,May 1967 that i can get hold of or that are archived i can look at? Thanks
Charles T.Coates -- New Richmond WI USA -- 06/19/2017
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5120. The Mighty Ninth has another FO, Lt Jim Green, who purportedly served with B/1/35 in the late 60s,but no confirmation from either side on his service. I believe I put the call out for Jim Green once earlier. Lastly, we have Lt Ray Beebe named as an FO also with no confirmations.
If anyone from the Cacti can help, it would be appreciated. All I can offer at this time is the both Green and Beebe are listed as graduates of the Ft Sill Field Artillery school in the same years as the Vietnam war. Please email me if you served with them.
Regards, Dennis Dauphin
Dennis Dauphin -- Ocean Springs MS USA -- 06/18/2017
Email -- http://www.themightyninth.org
5119. Looking for the guys that was assigned to "C" Company 1st BN 35th infantry at Schofield Barracks Hawaii Between 1974-76.
David Smith -- Tulsa OK USA -- 06/17/2017
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5118. The Recon, Four Deuce 2/35th Reunion luncheon will be Friday September 29th at the Whole Hog Restaurant Springfield Missouri at 1 pm.
Wiley. (Tiny) Dodd -- Riverview MI USA -- 06/15/2017
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5117. The 4th Division published "The Ivy Leaf" news letter or newspaper about once a month, got it out to the forward units and LZs. When I was about a month or two or three from DEROS, I submitted a group of photos that I took inside a Montagard (?) Relocation Camp probably near Kontum. They had to be good in order to compete for the Center Section. Every officer interested in photography sent their stuff in every month for the one shot at being selected. It must have been the May, June or July 1967, Ivy Leaf, that they chose the work of a lowly Spec.4, me. I was proud of my work.About 8 or 10 years ago I asked among the Cacti folks about the old newspapers, no luck. I wrote to the Editor of the Ivy Leaf asking if he knew of the whereabouts of a 4th Inf. archive or possibly some person who might know.
Nothing ever came of it.I brought my copy home for safe keeping then in the late 80s lost all my possessions in the Oakland Hills fire.
Hoping that someone might know where I might ask about this. Is there a Cacti museum that may have or know where their old papers are stored?
I would be delighted to have a photo of those photos if possible and pay any resulting costs.Thanks,
Jon Ingenthron
Davis, CA
Cell: 520-360-1932
Jon Ingenthron -- Davis CA USA -- 06/14/2017
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5116. Hi Guys,
As a follow-up to Bill Henson's post concerning Edward Meierotto. He likely was FO for B,1/35th in early 1968, starting around February. Please contact us if you can confirm this. Thanks
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 06/13/2017
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5115. A friend of Lt Edward Meierotto is searching for information on his service in Vietnam. This Vietnam mailing address suggests that he may have been a Forward Observer with Bravo Company, 1/35th.Can anyone assist?
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 06/10/2017
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5114. Hi Guys,
Just a heads-up on the Photo section. Through the magnificent efforts of Dave Muxo, we have several new collections. Mike Critchfield, A 1/35th, 1968. Randy Schaffer, B 1/35th, 1967. And our latest, well over 100 pics from T.J. Blue, B 1/35th, 1966-67. His pics have great clarity and they all are narrated. Check-out Westy getting the gospel from Major Moore while visiting the 1/35th. (if he would only have ask the RIGHT questions...)
Dick
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 06/07/2017
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5113. I was stationed at the Punch Bowl in Korea for 5-months (I'm still cold). While the line had been pretty well set by then, the Chinese and North Koreans wanted that real estate and we were kept very "busy". We were then sent to Koji Do and then up north again to "Jackson Heights". I did not think so at first, but over the years when I saw the juxtaposition of the North and South, I came around to believing that maybe we did some good.
Arnie Silverman -- Laguna Niguel CA USA -- 06/06/2017
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5112. After we came out of Cambodia in mid-May 1970 Bravo Company 2/35th was assigned to guard engineers who were clearing back the brush outside the wire at Camp Radcliffe. This was by far the easiest duty that we had during my time there.
As a medic I was pretty well allowed to hang out anywhere I chose to during this time so naturally I chose to hang out with my buddy Guinn.
On this particular day I was sitting on a fallen log and Guinn started one of his stories.
Now when Guinn got started with a story he put everything he had into it. He talked with his hands and arms. He danced around on his feet. He swiveled his hips. His ears twitched. He bobbed to the left and the right. And He started laughing before he got even close to a punch line.
So Guinn started a story. He hadn’t gotten very far when this little bee came around and started buzzing at his head. While going through all his other story mode gyrations he also started swatting at the bee to shoo him away.
The bee left and Guinn forgot where he was in the story so started all over again but soon the bee was back. Guinn was twitching and dancing and laughing and swatting at the bee and soon lost track of his story but he got the bee shoo’d away for the 2nd time. And I started laughing.
Again Guinn re-started the story with all the requisite movements and again the bee returned and buzzed his head. I was laughing and Guinn was getting a bit miffed by the whole thing but he managed to chase the bee one more time.
After the bee’s retreat I was laughing so hard at the sight of this that I almost fell off my log. Guinn for once didn’t see the humor in it and I told him “it’s just a little bee, it won’t hurt you, leave it alone.”
Well, Guinn calmed down and started his story all over again with none of the body movements left out of the mix when again the little bee made his appearance. This time it wasted no time. It immediately flew to me and stung me under my right eye.
Now it was Guinn’s turn to lose it. He fell down laughing.
Within a few minutes the right side of my face blew up to twice its size and my eye closed. When we got back to Camp an hour or two later Guinn insisted that we have a picture taken of the two of us. One of my most prized possessions is that picture of Guinn and I side by side with Guinn looking at my swollen eye and laughing.
About 3 weeks after this Guinn was killed by a sniper as he sat helping to secure a landing zone for resupply. I got there as quickly as I could but it was just too late. I couldn’t help my old buddy.
Rest in peace old Friend.
Doc
47 years ago today June 4. Heading to the Wall to leave a remembrance for Guinn today.
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/05/2017
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5110. Bravo 2/35th 17th Annual Luncheon. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Springfield MO Sept 28th – Oct 1st 2017, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. Friday the 29th we will be at our hotel! A first after all these years… The Ramada Plaza Hotel and Oasis Conference Center Springfield, MO Meal: Two choices to pre-order. Please write choices on your check. #1 Chicken Piccata with Basil Pesto Orzo, Chef’s Choice Vegetable, and Chef’s Dessert. #2 Beef Lasagna with Marinara, Italian Green Beans, Bread Sticks, and Chef’s Dessert. Price: $18.00 pp includes meal, beverage, tax, tip, and Cacti friendship! Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So #103 Gulfport FL 33707
Peter Birrow B2/35 68/69 -- Gulfport FL USA -- 05/31/2017
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5109. R.I. P. Sgt. Dave Grinsell! BCT 6 March-5 May 1967 D-3-5,
A.I.T. 8 May-7 July 1967 E-3-3(TIGERLAND) How do I know? because I was with him from Basic through AIT(11B10 Light Weapons Infantryman Course) "Let me hear all you Tigers GROWL!! Dave said he had a Cousin who also was with us in Basic. We were 3 of the 189 enlistees/draftees from Central/Northern California who flew to Fort Polk on 1/2 March 1967.
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 05/30/2017
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5108. This Memorial Day I will be marching for all Cacti who made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of this great nation.
Timothy Baranyay -- Whiting NJ USA -- 05/29/2017
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5107. Paying honor to the remembrance of my Uncle Wallace Edward Pilson who paid the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam with his life. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting you, I'm blessed by how highly my mother and other family members speak of you, your character, professionalism as a soldier, and how many of your comrades bestowed the well-deserved title of "hero" upon you for the valor and courage you showed the day you sacrificed your life. Forever grateful. Rest on Uncle Edward.
Keisha Walker -- Lorton VA USA -- 05/28/2017
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5106. Sadly, I inform you of the death of David P. Grinsell of Alpha, 2/35. Serving in 1967-68. He passed on 18, Feb, 2016 from prostate cancer caused by Agent Orange.
RIP Sgt Grinsell.
Roy Walker -- Arcata CA USA -- 05/26/2017
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5105. RIP Dad Its been 50 long years Everett E Johnson Jr
2nd LT A 1/35th KIA 5/19/1967 Love and miss you And Thanks to all my Cacti brothers that have helped heal my heart.
Mike Johnson -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 05/21/2017
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5103. On this day, 20MAY67, 50 years ago, my oldest brother Joseph Ledesma Jr., C-2/35, was killed in the Battle of Vihn Hien. Also killed were Roland Rush and Gary Killian. Hard to believe it's been this many years. Joey, we love you and miss you. You will NEVER be forgotten.
David Ledesma -- Santa Jose CA USA -- 05/19/2017
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5102. I have visited the Veteran's museum in Balboa Park in San Diego. The room for Viet Nam does not have much in it! I have sent a few things I have, but more is needed. If anyone has items they can donate to the museum please let me know.
My husband was "Rick" Rykowski. We attended many of your reunions over the years. I was always impressed by your dedication to the Cacti.
Thank you,
Rosemary Rykowski
Rosemary Rykowski -- Hemet CA USA -- 05/17/2017
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5101. The Cacti in Hawaii are now working on a video for this years' active duty ball which will be held June 14th. Instead of just pictures, they are looking for some Vietnam Cacti who would be willing to do a short video clip that could be woven into a larger video. They want us to talk about three things: 1. What did serving in combat as a Cacti mean to you? 2. What is something you will never forget about your time in the Cacti 3. What was your proudest moment in Cacti? From these questions we can take clips and weave them together into a video. Andrea Disque and CPT Strickland are teaming up to do the video. If you have time, you could do a phone call at 337 3five3 29four3 so she could explain in more detail. Andrea is on this message as well. Time is very short so please respond now if interested. Thanks! Pete Birrow
Short Notice!! -- Scofield HI USA -- 05/16/2017
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5100. 22 May right around the corner.50 yrs ago this was a very bad day for those of us that were pinned down and lost several young brave soldiers R.I.P....I will never forget u...
Manuel Martinez -- Jourdanton TX USA -- 05/15/2017
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5099. I just got home from my annual May visit to the Wall in remembrance of Dick Matheis. 47 years ago we lost him in Cambodia and it is as fresh now as it was then in the memories of all Dick's old buddies. RIP Dick. We miss you.
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 05/08/2017
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5098. Comment: Hello Cacti. It has been a while since I have posted. My father was Capt. Ralph B. Walker, B Co 2nd BN, 1966-1967. I received a Facebook message from a gentleman who said he was a medic the night my father was KIA, May 29, 1967. His name is Bob (Robert) A. Ryan. I have communicated with a couple of you who said you did not know Bob. I just thought I would try in this larger forum to see if anyone else might know him or perhaps he might see this. I was too young to remember my father, so I treasure any memories any one has to share. Please feel free to email me at any time. This Memorial Day will be the 50th anniversary of his death. I will be at the Vietnam Wall that day. If you plan to be there, I would love to meet you. Peace and grace to all you soldiers!! ~Christine
Christine Walker Polli -- Malvern PA USA -- 05/06/2017
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5097. I wish to inform members that my father SP4 James Brassard B 1/35 passed away 1/22/2017. His fellow brother SSG James Gunter also of B 1/35 passed one week before him. I know how much his brothers in arms meant to him. God Bless
Matthew Brassard -- Attleboro MA USA -- 05/05/2017
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5096. SAVE THE DATE!! Our Active Cacti at Schofield Barracks have announced that the 2017 Cacti Ball will be held this year on June 14th @ 1700hrs. The venue for the event will be the Four Seasons Resort in the Ko'Olina Ball Room. CPT Zach Farkas is also looking for one of us to be the guest speaker at the Ball. Please contact me for more information or CPT Zach for tickets ($80) and room booking. He is available by phone: 609-602-6663. Keep in mind the time difference when you call. If you have yet to spend time with some great soldiers...now is the time to do so.
Peter J Birrow, Liaison to 2-35 -- Gulfport FL USA -- 05/05/2017
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5095. Latest Vietnam Photos posted are from Romain Voleller, D, 2/35th, 1967-68.
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 04/04/2017
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5094. SAVE THE DATE!! Our Active Cacti at Schofield Barracks have announced that the 2017 Cacti Ball will be held this year on June 14th @ 1700hrs. The venue for the event will be the Four Seasons Resort in the Ko'Olina Ball Room. CPT Zach Farkas is the person to contact for tickets ($80) and room booking. He is available by phone: 609-602-6663. Keep in mind the time difference when you call. If you have yet to spend time with some great soldiers...now is the time to do so.
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 03/31/2017
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5093. Please remember Lt Pat O'Connor, RVN 1968, A,C&D Co. 2/35 Inf. died 3/27/16 in Ohio, burial details are pending. More info when available.
Joe Henderson -- Levittown PA USA -- 03/29/2017
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5092. My name is Michael Dufour. I was Gator073, a 119th Assault Helicopter Company Huey pilot supporting the 1st of the 35th operating out of Firebase Tip. I am trying to find witnesses to an action that took place on January 17, 1967 on a ridge-line on the west side of the Suoi Ca valley known as the "Happy Valley?"
A recon platoon of the 1st of the 35th was pinned down and taking heavy fire by four .51 caliber machineguns in firing pits above them on the ridge-line. They were running out of ammunition and called for helicopter gunship support. The Crocs from the 119th AHC responded but didn't know the location of the friendlies or of the VC. The ground commander didn't have smoke but popped tear gas twice on his own troops to try to mark his position but the Crocs still couldn't see their location.
I had been supporting this unit since we had arrived at Lane/Hammond and I knew their position. I volunteered to mark the position of the machineguns and dove on their position twice with red smoke grenades. The Crocs then rolled in and the VC immediately retreated up the ridge-line and the platoon was saved.
LTC Kingston, the commanding officer of the 1st of the 35th submitted a recommendation for me to receive a CMH for diving on the four machineguns. Soon after, I was transferred to the 25th Division at Cu Chi and then medevaced to Japan and never received the award. I have written to President Trump, VP Pence and Senators Cornyn and Cruz of Texas trying to enlist their help. Senator Cornyn has offered to help, but I need statements from anyone who has knowledge of this action.
If any of your members remembers this action please contact me.
Thank You
Michael Dufour
Gator073 119th Assault Helicopter Co.
MDU4@AOL.COM
Ph. 951-992-1629
18 Monterrey Cove,
Montgomery, Texas 77356
Michael Dufour -- Montgomery TX USA -- 03/26/2017
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5091. March 21 and 22nd will ever be etched in my mind 22 young brave men plus 2 from downed chopper crew from Charlie Co 2nd 35th 25th Infantry gave their life for this country A battalion size NVA force surrounded this small company of men who fought day and night to overcome them. None better and none greater. Proud to be a part of Charlie Co.
Jim Phillips -- Cookeville TN USA -- 03/22/2017
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5090. Note to the electronic payment accepted notice: Normal payment of check by snail mail is still being accepted, we are just adding the ability to pay electronically.
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 03/13/2017
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5089. Hi,
I've working on setting up two accounts to accept electronic payments for Dues, Donations or Reunion Registration. Hopefully this will help some of you that have requested we accept electronic payment, but won't satisfy everyone. Below is a summary of what we are doing. You can contact me at donjohnsonbtr.dj@gmail.com or donjohnsonbtr@bellsouth.net.
We are moving forward to electronic payment of Dues, Donations and Reunion Registrations on a trial basis. At this time, we will only except payments with Google Wallet (Gmail) or PayPal. In both cases, you will be asked to get an account when you go to send the payment if you don't already have one.
You will need to email, text or call me with the information and $ amounts of what you are going to send and which of the two programs you wish to use. After this I will email or text you with request for that amount from one of the two programs with the link and instructions if needed.
Only PayPal will accept a credit card payment, but as you can see using a credit card or debit card with PayPal charges a fee of 2.95 of the transaction + $.30.
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Fully funded by your PayPal balance or a bank account linked to your PayPal account
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Partially or fully funded payment by a credit card, debit card or PayPal Credit.
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Google Wallet
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Don "Doc" Johnson
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Secretary
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Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 03/13/2017
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5088. Hi Guys,
We have the 1st set of Cliff Westwood pics now posted, they are really nice. Cliff for years ran "Photographs from Vietnam" one of the forerunners of our current web site. Check the pics out!
Dick
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 03/13/2017
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5087. Fifty years ago today, I was leading my infantry squad through the jungle in Vietnam very close to the Cambodian border, when we came face to face with a regiment of North Vietnamese Army soldiers. Outnumbered five to one, our small company was soon surrounded. For the next thirty-six hours, we battled for our lives. We were long out of water and almost out of ammunition before a sister company was able to battle their way to reinforce us. By the time the enemy finally retreated across the border only three of us were not killed or wounded. Our lieutenant received the Congressional Medal of Honor--posthumously. Shortly before he died, we shared a creme soda I found in the bottom of my pack. Today, as I sit in my recliner, I raise a creme soda to my lips as I toast you, Lieutenant Karopczyc. May God continue to bless America.
Curtis Gay -- Wilmington NC USA -- 03/13/2017
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5086. Fifty years have passed since a number of the bravest Cacti gave their lives for the country and comrades on March 12, 1967. May God bless them and the members of the 35th Infantry Regiment Association who cherish the memories of those lost on one of the darkest of their days.
Glenn Perrone -- Ridegwood NJ USA -- 03/13/2017
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5085. On a late Sunday evening on the 7th March 1966, my family had 2 Army personal to come to our farm house front door, in Pansey. Alabama.
At this time I was only 12 year old. Even at that young age, I was aware what was taking place with my parents. They was told that Sgt Benjamin Spears, had been KIA.
That was 51 years ago. It seem forever, but at the same time, it's seem like yesterday.
Brother, you are truly missed but YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN FORGOTTEN. Even though mom has been with you now for 20 years, you are still miss.
Brother, this sister of your. still LOVE YOU very much.
Love always,
Tera
Terra Williams -- Auburndale FL USA -- 03/13/2017
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5084. Will there be any Cacti going to Oahu in the beginning of May? CSM Disque would like to have a combat Cacti help award EIB's at the graduation ceremony on May 5th. If so, please reply to my email address. Thanks.
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 03/07/2017
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5083. One day of many in 1969, but one hard to forget for Bravo and Delta 2/35. May they all rest in peace...
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 03/07/2017
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5082. Just want to let you all know, my father James D Vandiver Recon 2/35th passed in my arms at 3:47 am Sunday March 5th. He is free from the demons of dementia now. He is with all his brothers in arms.
Dawn Roberts -- Chuckey TN USA -- 03/06/2017
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5081. Alfred L. Conage passed away on December 16, 2016. He was a member of the 1st plt B-1-35. He was also a former shot gunner in 1963.
Marshall Jackson -- Great FaLLS sc USA -- 03/03/2017
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5080. March 9 and 11: Remembering five good men who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Nelson Blum, Daniel Carter, Carmelo Cordone, Eugene Stringer and Ivan Milford all of I Co 35th, keep them in your prayers.
Frank Dahl -- B illings MT USA -- 03/02/2017
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5079. Hi all, If you are reading this email and have not caught up on your dues, please do so. Your dues helps to support the continuance of our excellent website. The War Stories section, edited by Wiley "Tiny" Dodd, continues to expand with down to earth stories of the GI experience. Maintained by Dick Arnold and Jim "Doc" Hall, a major feature of the website is our KIA Memorial pages; paying tribute to those who paid the full price. In addition, there are literally thousands of pages, created by Jim Anderson, dedicated to the preservation of our history from all eras that you have reviewed. Don’t waste any more time. Send in your dues to Doc Johnson and receive a big "Welcome Back" all over again. A big Cacti Thank You from the Membership Committee.
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 02/28/2017
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5078. We have a new set of Photos posted from George Jacunski, A, 2/35th 1966. Very nice they are, check them out!
Dick Arnold -- Indy IN USA -- 02/27/2017
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5077. On this day in 1969, we lost my dad. Dan Gleason, C/2/35.My two sons know of Grandpa Dan, and he'd be proud of them both. I strive to be the dad for my boys that he never had the chance to be.
I spoke with Blaine Shafer several years ago, and planned on attending the reunion - but I had some serious matters arise that had to be dealt with and couldn't make it.
My family has always had a different answer to the question, "Did my dad enlist or was he drafted?" It depends on who I ask, and now 48 years later there are fewer around. The "Kennedy Father's" exemption was put in place in 1962. He went in during the summer of 1968, arrived in Vietnam in December and was killed in February. I obtained military records from DoD and they sent me a 1 page document, and it lists his Selective Service number, but it doesn't appear definitive.
The most difficult question the War put on all of us is "Why?"
Jim Gleason -- Cody WY USA -- 02/23/2017
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5076. I regret to have to inform the organization of the passing of my loving wife, Helen Elaine Norris who went to be with God September 25th 2016. She fought a hard battle after having a stroke in February of last year. We were married for 54 wonderful years and I miss her more than anything. My daughter and I now live together in Oklahoma City and support each other in our grief. I will never forget her and never stop loving her. Chuck Norris, Former Recon Plat Sergeant, HHC 1st Bn, 35th Inf. Vietnam, 1966
Chuck Norris -- Oklahoma City OK USA -- 02/15/2017
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5075. Member in 1952 / 38th parallel, for 7 months.
Carl Wallauch -- Palm Springs CA USA -- 02/14/2017
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5074. I am looking for a Max G. Coats, who was a medic in Thailand in October, 1962. It is very important that I find him. I need some records verified that he signed.
Francis Malenski -- Alpena MI USA -- 02/10/2017
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5073. Hello to all who were survivors of Feb.9 1968 in Viet Nam. C Company 1/35. Hope you are all well and I am looking forward to attending the reunion in Springfield Mo. this year. I am a lifetime member but have never had the opportunity to attend any of the previous reunions. I hope to see many of you in September.
Dave Triplett (Charlie Golf,Battalion RTO)
Roy(Dave)Triplett -- Seneca MO USA -- 02/09/2017
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5072. : 2/9/17, I'm remembering Jimmy Brennan A Co 1/35 was KIA on 2/9/68 in the heat of TET near Hoi An - just South West of Danang. He was a former MP who was sent to our unit during TET because of a shortage of infantrymen. RIP Brother.
Gary
Gary Dittmer -- Woodbridge VA USA -- 02/09/2017
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5071. I am looking for Sgt Penny, Sgt Cantu and PFC Don Lear, RTO, 3rd Platoon, A Company, 1/35 Inf 10-66/05-67. Lt Burr, jackburr76@gmail.com
Jack Burr -- Broken Arrow OK USA -- 02/09/2017
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5070. Brad, our CO was Capt. Brauer. 3rd PLT for you and Red and you were in my squad.
Ron Hogan -- Seaford DE USA -- 02/08/2017
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5069. As mentioned below in a post by Mike Slyck, we lost one of our active soldiers in Hawaii last month. Patrick James Rodgers was killed in a motorcycle accident. He has been brought home to Willis, TX where he will be laid to rest in the Willis Cemetery on Thursday February 9. Funeral services will take place at the Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home / 10129 FM 1097 West in Willis with visitation beginning at 1 PM followed by the funeral at 2PM.
Any Cacti in the area might want to consider stopping in at the funeral home to pay respects to our Brother.
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 02/07/2017
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5068. 49 years ago B co lost a lot of good men from feb 7 to feb 9 God Bless them all 1968
GARY MCDONOUGH -- Altamonte Springs FL USA -- 02/07/2017
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5067. News received today the Cacti lost another brother in Hawaii. Spc. Patrick James Rodgers, 26, of Willis, Texas, assigned to 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division died in a traffic accident.
May his family and friends find peace knowing he rests with his Lord. Rest In Peace Spec. Rodgers.
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 01/31/2017
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5066. I will be attending the Celebration of the Life of Mike Miller at the Ohio University Inn in Athens Ohio from 1-4 PM on Sunday the 23rd. I hope some of you will also be able to attend. CACTI FOREVER! Tom Gragg
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 01/18/2017
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5065. My grandfather Carl S. Schell Sr (Item Company, 3rd Battalion, Korea 1951-1952) passed away on 11 Jan 2017. He only discovered he had stage 4 lung cancer about 6 months ago and unfortunately he did not win this battle. I am interested in learning more about his time in Korea and of anyone that knew him. Also interested in any documents, stories and/or pictures as well. I am Active Duty Air Force (11 years) and would like organize his military records/pictures all together. More details about him in his obituary:
http://fredendallfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/509/Carl-Schell/obituary.html#tribute-start
Thank you!
Nick P -- AL USA -- 01/15/2017
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5064. Mike Miller, C 2/35th 1966-67, passed away on January 8, 2017. Here is link to his obituary: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/athensmessenger/obituary.aspx?n=michael-miller&pid=183578090
Some may recall Mike singing the National Anthem at some early reunions. Mike was a very good man and Cacti and will be missed.
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 01/14/2017
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5063. I am so excited! I went to my brothers grave today and I saw a flag with some writing on it I couldn't remember everything it said, but I did remember it said www.cacti35th.org. So I came home and I looked it up on my computer and sure enough I found the mans name. I was Jim "Doc" Hall Woodbury N.J. USA. I can't figure out exactly how to get his e-mail, so I decided that I would try this way. You dear Sir don't no how much that flag on my brothers grave touched my heart. I went there today to talk to him and ask him to be looking for our sister Gloria who just passed away on january 1, of this year. My brother's name is Harrison Shauger and his grave is in North Hardyston cemetary in Sussex Co.N.J.He was a Vietnam casualty. I am a patriot through and through. And my brother is just as sadly missed today as he was in 1968. I really appreciate the mere fact that you someone who didn't even know him took the time to honor him in such a nice way. It is not every day that anyone
can actually say that they were so deeply touched by another human being in todays world. If you get this will you please respond? My family would like to thank you as well Sincerely with all of my heart You Sir are a true Hero. thank you so much Joanne Shauger and family joanneshauger@yahoo.com
Joanne Shauger -- Sussex NJ USA -- 01/12/2017
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5062. Brad Anderson if you were in Delta Company, I believe the company commander's name was Vaughn Brauer.
Bob Roth
Robert Roth -- St Louis MO USA -- 01/12/2017
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5061. I recently received a letter form one of your members along with a picture of my father David C. Brumm. He passed away from cancer on July 23, 1980. If anyone served with him and would be interested in sharing any memories, please feel free to email me at tbrumm@brummtransport.com
Tony Brumm -- USA -- 01/11/2017
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5060. Ron Hogan. What was our Captains name before CPT Fogle? What PLT were Red and I in and what Squad?
Bradford Anderson -- Batesville AR USA -- 01/10/2017
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5059. My Father was in Hiroshima shortly after the blast...His name is Alton Bennett .He was in a weapons Platoon with the 35th. Inf.Reg
Perry Bennett -- Fresno CA USA -- 01/05/2017
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5058. My name is Jack Burr and I served in Vietnam as Co B Co 1/35 Inf during 01-07/69. SFC Robert Edwin Freitas was killed by friendly fire 01-07/69. I was with him when it happened and have finally came to grips with his death. If you knew SFC Freitas, please contact me. jackburr76@gmail.com
Jack Burr -- Broken Arrow OK USA -- 01/01/2017
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5057. My name is Jack Burr and I served in Vietnam as CO, Co B, 1/35 01-07/69. Sgt Robert Ray McGinnis and 1st Lt Edward Larue Williamson were members of my company when they died in service to their country on July 2, 1969. Please contact me at jackburr76@gmail.com if you wish to know more.
Jack Burr -- Broken Arrow OK USA -- 01/01/2017
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5056. My name is Jack Burr. I spent two years in the Central highlands of South Vietnam, both times with 1/35 Infantry Battalion. First with 3rd plt, A Co from November 66-April 67. Then BN S-2 from May-October 67. My second tour from Jan-Jun 69 as B Co cdr, and July-Dec69 as Bn Ops Off. I started writing about my experiences approx four months ago after 50 years of silent rejection of anything about Vietnsm. Finally, I'm coming face to face of with some of the reasons I have been silent for 50 years. Read my stories on face book, jack burr. Please contact me about any of the above information. Let's talk.
Jack Burr -- Tulsa OK USA -- 12/28/2016
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5055. Merry Christmas to all Cacti and your families! For those of you who haven't joined yet, your really missing out the camaraderie we had in the Military is alive and well! Were at close to a thousand members from WW2 to present serving. From Generals to PFC's annual reunions, scholarship funds a health t and welfare fund. Have any questions you can contact me wdodd3@comcast.net
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) President of the best Military Association there is, the 35th Infantry Regiment Association a 401 non profit Association
Wiley Dodd -- Riverview MI USA -- 12/25/2016
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5054. Merry Christmas to all 35th brothers and family.
Larry George Wisner -- Belle Plaine IA USA -- 12/23/2016
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5053. In memory of my Brother SGT Robert E. Freitas KIA Pleiku.
Joe Freitas -- Palm Coast FL USA -- 12/16/2016
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5052. Attention all Cacti from the Northwest: Cpl David T. Nordin Jr will be returning finally from the Korean War. He went missing in November 1950 and his remains were finally identified in Sept of this year. He will be returned for services to Kent, WA on December 16th. It is always our goal to have Cacti on hand to welcome our Brother's home. If you are anywhere near the area and might be able to attend services (funeral or graveside) in Kent on Friday the 16th please contact me at the e-mail below. No need for anyone to be nervous about attending these services they are always joyous events in that we are welcoming a hero home after all these years. You will be glad that you got the opportunity to experience such an event. So if you think you might be able to attend please contact me and we will come up with the exact information for you. -- Thanks Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 12/11/2016
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5051. Welcome Home CPL. David Nordin Jr., your family and your 35th Inf Rgt (Cacti) have waited along time to be able to say that to you. May you Rest In Peace and be held in the Hands of the Lord. Your watch is over, well done.
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 12/11/2016
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5050. HELLO, I AM THE DAUGHTER OF WILFREDO MERCADO-SANTOS. MY FATHER WAS KIA BY FRIENDLY FIRE APRIL 11, 1967 IN THE BINH DINH PROVINCE. HE WAS AN INFANTRYMAN (ALPHA COMPANY, 2 BATTALION, 35TH INFANTRY REGIMENT). I BELIEVE HE WAS AN ASST. MACHINE GUNNER. THIS IS ALL THE INFORMATION I HAVE ON HIM. I DID NOT GET TO KNOW MY DAD SINCE HE DIED APRIL 67 AND I WAS BORN IN DECEMBER 67. HE DID NOT KNOW OF ME. IF ANYONE KNEW HIM AND HAVE ANY PICTURES OF HIM I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE TO HEAR ANY STORIES. (MY DAD WAS FROM PUERTO RICO) THANK YOU, AND GOD BLESS.
doreengny@aol.com
Doreen Mercado-Gonzalez -- Yonkers NY USA -- 12/06/2016
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5049. I was in Vietnam 09/66-09/67 and 12/68-12/69 in Plieku area both times in the 1/35th Inf. Plt Ldr A co and Bn S-2. Second time B co cdr and Bn S-3. Made contact for first time with Pace Caldwell. We served together In the 3d plt late 66 to early 67. Good to hear from a fellow patroit.
Jack Burr -- nbsp;Broken Arrow OK USA -- 11/21/2016
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5048. On this day fifty years ago, November 20, 1966 Bravo Company, 1st Bn moved north from LZ 510A in the western Central Highlands of Vietnam. We were operating about 10 KM from the Cambodian border and conducting a routine movement to contact mission. Shortly before noon we walked into a perfectly designed and executed "L" shaped ambush conducted by an estimated reinforced company of NVA from the 9th NVA Regiment. The point element of the 3rd Platoon took the initial blows but soon the entire company was engaged. There were many heroes that day including the some of the 10 WIA and 5 KIA. Today we remember all who were there but especially the five that only were able to continue with us in spirit: SSG Paul Brown, PFC Harry Varner, PFC James McCalvy, PFC Horace Young and PFC Richard Massine.
Thomas J (TJ) Blue -- Beaufort SC USA -- 11/20/2016
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5047. To All my Brothers!
Have a peaceful Veterans Day and remember those who sacrificed there lives and can't be here with us!
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)
President 35th Infantry Association
Recon 2/35th CACTI!
Wiley Dodd -- Riverview MI USA -- 11/11/2016
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5046. Army Pfc. William V. Giovanniello, 22, of Brooklyn, New York, will be buried Nov. 10 in Port Jervis, New York. Those wishing to pay their respects to Giovanniello may do so during public viewing hours from 2-6 p.m. Nov. 9 at Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis. A private funeral service will be held on Nov. 10 by his family, followed that day by a short graveside service at noon at St. Mary’s Cemetery, military honors and burial.
Please contact me if you are able to attend and represent our Association.
On April 25, 1951, Giovanniello Company F, 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, was situated along a defensive line west of Chorw’on, South Korea, and was attacked by the Chinese People’s Volunteer Force (CPVF) and Korea People’s Army (KPA). The unit was forced to move south and assemble near the town of Changgo-ri. Giovanniello’s battalion established a roadblock and it was during this time it was found that Giovanniello was not with his unit and was reported missing in action.
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 11/03/2016
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5045. As found in the VVA Magazine. Lee was in B-2/35 when he was KIA.
Trying to find information on Lee Victor Porden, Jr., a PFC who was killed on Nov. 30, 1968, in Quang Duc. He was part of the 35th Inf. Reg., 4th Inf. Div. Contact: Michael Ainslie, 269-623-2974; 151 Low St., Delton, MI 49046
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 10/25/2016
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5044. Please forgive me, the names I previously listed today were in fact actually KIA on Nov 9, 1967.
A Co, 1st Bn, 35th Inf Regt, 4th Infantry Division.
On this date Oct 9,1967 many gave some and some gave their all.
William Robert Bray, Edward Joseph Dunsey (Blotzer), Willis Wayne Emerton, David Littlehale Farley, Jimmy Ross Hohstadt, Richard Ray Irwin Jr., Robert James Lazaro, Bernard James Meirndorf, Joel Clyde Roper, Ronald S. Sandel, Stephen Jay Smith. Gone but never forgotten
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 10/09/2016
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5043. In late November 1950, CPL William H. Smith was a member of Company E, 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in a position southwest of Unsan, North Korea. The Chinese People's Volunteer Forces (CPVF) launched a counterattack, hoping to draw the regiment into a trap, forcing them to withdraw to a new defensive line. Smith was reported missing in action Nov. 28, 1950. Army Cpl. William H. Smith is finally on his way home close to 66 years after he went missing. U.S. Army Cpl. William H. Smith will be laid to rest at 1 p.m. Oct. 10 at Forest Lawn Cemetery on Jerusalem Hill Road in the Town of Elmira NY. Olthof Funeral Home, in Southport, is handling arrangements. If you would be able to attend, please contact Mike Slyck (email below) as soon as possible so that plans can be made. CACTI FOREVER!
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 10/04/2016
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