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3651. I have updates on 2 of our Brother Cacti to pass on: 1. It is with remorse that I report the passing of Sergeant Geno J."Snake" Simonetti of Ephrata PA. Sgt Simonetti(according to info. I have on hand) 'entered the Kingdom of Heaven' on Saturday 27 Feb. 'Snake served with the Regiment in Korea in 1951 and was a Boxer while in the Service. REST IN PEACE BROTHER!! 2. I have met and talked to our Brother Ron Urgola. He is alive and well and is keeping up to date with our Activities via this Website. Ron was with 2nd Plt. C Co. 2nd Bn back in 67 We had a nice visit and I will keep in touch with him. Will sign off for now as I have another Cacti group of Korea War Memorabilia coming up to the end of its Auction time. Hope to see you all in Pittsburgh with some more items of Cacti memorabilia that I have collected since last years Reunion.

Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 03/09/2010
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3650. On this date 40 years ago B-2/35 lost a good platoon leader Lt. John Penaman. An officer who led by example and not by commands. May he rest in peace and not be forgotten.

Sonny Cortese --  PA USA -- 03/08/2010
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3649. Served with Delta 1/35 4th inf div . 2nd platoon. April 67-April 68. Great web site . I enjoy it very much. Keep up the good work. To all take care .Richard Stevens

Richard Stevens -- Council Bluffs IA USA -- 03/07/2010
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3648. Does anyone rememeber my uncle, John K. Gilligan? He was in L Co 25th division Thank you. Mary Beth Rogers

mary beth rogers -- stow MA USA -- 03/07/2010
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3647. I received the following letter in today's mail: Dear Mr. Hall, While cleaning up my Dad's home I found your letter to him dated 11-22-01. It was on his desk as if he had recently been re-reading it. I remember my Dad speaking fondly of you and all of his platoon buddies. I have all his photo's from Nam and you are in it. This letter is to sadly let you know that my Dad- Jerry J Cox died on Sunday January 24, 2010. Please take care of yourself sir and thank you for being my Dad's good friend and brother-in-arms Sincerely Steve Cox Jerry was mistaken, I actually wasn't his platoon medic. He was 2nd platoon while I was the medic for 1st platoon but I am sad to hear of his passing. I had contacted him as part of an effort to contact all Bravo guys from that period. This news is for all of you 2nd platoon guys who may of served with Jerry. If you would like the address of the son I would be happy to supply it to you.- Doc Hall

Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 03/04/2010
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3646. Hi All it has been quite a while since I have checked into the Cacti - Lots of Great Changes Phil. I was wondering if anyone - and I know someone does and may have already answered the question - exactly where was Mile High. I was looking on Google Earth and think I might have found it but don't know since I don't know which way and how far we went out of Kontum. The Co-ordinates I came up with are 14° 27' 31.07"N by 107°44' 20.77E at and elevation of 5,800'. The one thing that makes this stand out is the small bump of a hill near this summit. If it is the right mtn that was where I think the Marines that were there before us had left a 105. Any Help?? - Phillip

Phillip Buice -- Tucker GA USA -- 03/04/2010
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3645. I would like to personally thank all those that create and send out the "CACTI TIMES". Your endless work and sacrifice are greatly appreciated. Thanks for everything you do!!!! Ole

Alan "Ole" Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 02/27/2010
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3644. Association Secretary, Bill Henson has recently mailed out hundreds of reminders that Annual Membership Dues are due for 2010. For many of us we receive these and set them aside with the intention of doing something with them in the near future AND THEN we get side tracked. (Imagine that, forgetting something at our age!) Anyway, if you have received your notice please dig it out and handle it today. If you have not received a notice but know that you are behind schedule please take care of this before that old memory intervenes again. AND if you are an ex-cacti and have never been a member but visit this web site please get off of the fence and join us in supporting all of the important projects we do in keeping the Association viable and meaningful Just go to the membership section of this web site and take a few minutes to join with us. You have earned that right. The money is minor the good deeds it supports are priceless. Thanks -- Cacti Forever, Doc Hall

Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 02/27/2010
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3643. My great great uncle was William W. Cooper. 35th Inf Fox Co. light machine gun section 1st squad. WW2....KIA at Guadalcanal on Jan. 13 1943. If there is somehow someone still out there who served with him I would love to talk to you and find out more about him. Thank you very much

John Cooper -- Knoxville TN USA -- 02/27/2010
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3642. I am going to be in the orlando area for about a week. I rode my bike here for bike week. Would like to meet up with some cacti. Give me a call or e-mail. 916-335-9209. Cacti Ron

ronald d ray -- sacramento CA USA -- 02/26/2010
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3641. HI Brothers. Just wanted to let YOU KNOW I'm no longer in tennessee. I am now living in Milton,florida. GOD BLESS all the CACTI, & GOD BLESS AMERICA. SP/4 Frank De Bilio. echo company 4 Deuce 1/35th aug-68, aug69.

SP/4 Frank De Bilio -- Milton FL USA -- 02/24/2010
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3640. 2/23/69 - Lost my dad, PFC Dan Gleason, C Co, 2nd, 35th. 41 years later, and not a day goes by that he's not loved, missed, and remembered.

Jim Gleason -- Mandan ND USA -- 02/23/2010
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3639. We're making progress, guys. This morning I distributed 389 copies of the spring 2010 electronic "Cacti Times." Only 31 bounced back. For those of you who did not receive your electronic copy, check your spam file first, then contact me. Also, several members block the receipt of e-mail from me, thus they fail to receive the "Cacti Times." John Lorts did a great job with this issue; thanks, John!

Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 02/23/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org


3638. 4TH INF 68/69 GRUNT TIGER C COMPANY 1ST/35 LZ JEAN,CHO PAU ,ENGLISH DAC TOE

LARRY W FOX -- STUARTS DRAFT VA USA -- 02/22/2010
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3637. Ms. Niezgoda was my religious education teacher at Sacred Heart Church Dearborn, MI many years ago. I remember her being very upset this one day at school. She was wearing all black. She then told our class that her son had died in Viet Nam. He was on long range recon. We were young. We didn't know how to respond. I still remember her crying all these years later, yet she still came to school to teach us. ................

Eric Zasacky -- Dearborn MI USA -- 02/15/2010
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3636. MEMBER OF ALPHA CO. 1/35 08/67 THRU 08/68 GUN PLATOON, PRETTY AMAZING BEEN SO LONG, ANY BODY HEAR OF DOC NOLAN JONES, I THINK FROM PASADENA , TX., I OWE YOU AN APOLOGY DOC, E MAIL ME WHOM MIGHT KNOW HIS WHERABOUTS, A GREAT MAN AND A GREAT MEDIC, PRESSWOOD SAYS HELLO. ANYBODY THAT READS THIS AND RECOGNIZES ME DROP A LINE, IT WOULD BE GREAT.

GREGORY TYE -- COEUR D\'ALENE ID USA -- 02/15/2010
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3635. John Lorts is at work on the next issue of "Cacti Times." I ask those members who receive it electronically to ensure that you've let me know if your e-mail address has changed. We look forward to seeing you at Pittsburgh, July 29 -- August 1!

Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 02/14/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org


3634. To Pat O'connor, message # 3616, I could not send an email directly to you from the link on your message, but I just wanted you and your friends to know that I really appreciate what you are doing for Ken Henninger. I was there that day we lost Ken. He was in the other squard on patrol around our LZ, when they engaged an enemy patrol, while my squard and others in A Company were digging in to our positions. A week later my tour in Nam was over, but I agree, Ken was a good guy, a friend, well liked and respected by everyone in A Company. Thanks Pat! Harold Stratton, A Co., 2/35, 3/68 - 3/69

Harold (\"Harry\") Stratton -- Albuquerque NM USA -- 02/13/2010
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3633. I've heard from many of you that you enjoy the war stories section of the site. Well the guys who have submitted the stories only have so many to tell. So how about submitting some of your own. Happy ones, sad ones, action or just one about a day you remember in the Nam. Feel free to embellish a little or just tell a whopper. You can write it by hand, or just put it in the body of an email, or anyway you like and I'll get it on there. (use word if your familiar with it)

Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 02/13/2010
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3632. Sad news. Former 25th ID CG GEN. Fred C Weyand died. He was 93 years old and a veteran of WWII, Korea and VN. He commanded the division through the prep for deployment to VN and the first year of combat. Later he was a Field Force Commander, the las CG of US Forces in VN and Chief of Staff of the Army. In WWII he served with the OSS in Asia, commanded a Battalion and regiment in Korea and later the 25th Div, He was a soldiers soldier and certainly an officer and a gentlemen, a sad day for the Army and the Tropical Lightning. He retired in Hawaii and was active in Division activities.

Charles H Beauchamp -- Salem OR USA -- 02/12/2010
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3631. February 16, 1968 Bill Greenwell, Fourth Platoon, Delta 1/35 was KIA by a mine but never forgotten. Rest in peace Bill, rest in peace.

Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 02/11/2010
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3630. There was hardly a day or week went by in the first few years after 9 February 1968 that I did not think of all that we lost that day. As the years went on it was ever so often that something would click in my memory that would remind me about that day. After attending my first Cacti Reunion last year I am back to thinking about that day often. May God be with their families because I'm sure that not a day goes by that they don't think about the ones they lost. Steve Dickerson (Dickie) 4th Platoon on the 9th.

Steven Dickerson -- Jamestown IN USA -- 02/10/2010
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3629. I am so glad that Ron Kindred stumbled on to are website. His brother Mike was one of my best friend when we were in Vietnam, after 43 years looking for a family member of Mikes. If it wasn't for this webstie and the great work are assocition does for it.I would have never been able to get in touch with the family of Mikes thank you for this great website Ron and I are e-mailing and soon will be getting together soon, to let him know what a good man Mike was.Hope to see you all at the reuion. Dave Manrique

David Manrique -- Fremont CA USA -- 02/09/2010
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3628. Update my email. It is not Mypage

Joseph Skillings -- Minneapolis MN USA -- 02/09/2010
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3627. To all the young men of C 1/35th who survived, what was surely one of the most brutal firefights of the war, on this day in 1968! It was my honor and priviledge to have served with most of them! Too the many who never returned to the world, may God rest their soul! A proud grunt of C 1/35th Joe Skillings

Joseph Skillings -- Minneapolis MN USA -- 02/09/2010
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3626. Served w/ A Company 35th Regt.later 2nd.Batt. Hq.during 1946-1949 at Otsu. Japan. missed the Korean "police action" good planning ? discharged Hawaii in 1949 Would like to contact others with same interests Aloha/Bob Ornellas

Robert L. Ornellas -- Edmonds WA USA -- 02/06/2010
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3625. I happened to stumble on your site while looking for a certain shoulder patch. My brother, Michael G. Kindred served in your organization from Sept 1967 to 9 Feb 1968 where he and another member lost their life during a major battle. Anyway, your site has provided me with additional info about what had happened to him, never knew he was killed by friendly fire. Also, did not know he was awarded the bronze medal. When I went up to his casket to say my final good-bye, the medals on his uniform were the Purple Heart, Nation Defense and the two vietnam campaign ribbons. There was never a mention of the bronze medal. Next time I speak with his wife, I'll have to ask her about it. You do have a fantastic site which I have found very informative. There will be alot of information I will draw from it and place it in our family history. I thank you for your time and effort and the information you have provided. I'm sure as I absorb what you all have available, other questions will arise. Until then, please take care and thanks for all you and your group have done. Good bless you all and may the good Lord continue to lay is loving hands on you and yours. Ronald P. Kindred, MSGT., USAF (RET)

Ronald P. Kindred -- Yreka CA USA -- 02/04/2010
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3624. I remind all that now is the time to renew your annual membership in the 35th Infantry Regiment Association, or become a member. Your dues help support this outstanding web site and our publication,Cacti Times. Your continued active support and individual financial contributions ensure that the memory of our many KIAs and the special history we share will continue to survive through the programs the association sponsors. For annual members, $25.00 will renew your membership for 2010 if you elect to receive the magazine by U.S. mail. It is only $15.00 if you wish to receive your copy electronically via e-mail. Active duty personnel dues are $20.00. Membership applications and registration forms for our Pittsburgh reunion July 29-August 1 can be printed from this Web site. Please send your membership applications/dues to me at the address on the application, and make your check or money order payable to: 35th Infantry Regiment Association.

Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 02/04/2010
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3623. My Grandfather Harold G. Richardson Private/Medic Medical Detachment of the 35th Infantry in Guadalcanal. He was inducted in Fort Thomas Kentucky. He received the Silver Star in 1943 for his actions on Guadalcanal.

Chuck Bartenslager -- Tecumseh MI USA -- 02/02/2010
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3622. In 1993 the commander of my Military Order Of The Purple Heart Chapter in Oklahoma City asked me to speak on behalf of the MOPH at the Memorial Day ceremonies at the state capitol. As I began to think about what I would like to say I thought about what I would say had I given my life for freedom and I could speak from the grave. I decided that I could be the voice of those fallen men and women that so bravely gave their lives on the battlefields in defense of freedom. Here is what I think they would like to say: THE VOICE OF MEMORIAL DAY I am the voice of America's fallen patriots. I am a soldier, a sailor, a marine, an airman and a coastguardsman. I am the young man or woman who gave up my job, and left my beloved family to don the uniform of my country and fight for freedom in far away lands when called to do so. I fought with General George Washington at Valley Forge, I fought for the rights of fellow Americans alongside Abraham Lincoln at Gettysburg. I was there in World War 1 again fighting for freedom and World War 2 with General Eisenhower. I struggled across the frozen battlefields of Korea, I fought in the steaming jungles of South Vietnam. I stood on th sands of Saudia Arabia as I liberated Kuwait. I fought in places many of you never heard of such as, Old Baldy, Heartbreak Ridge, Hill 881, Pork Chop Hill, The Chosin Reservoir, Hobo Woods, the Ia Drang Valley and Khe Sanh. I have always been there when freedom and democracy were in danger. I am not here with you today because I gave my life for what I believed in. I died in the arms of my fellow soldiers whose tears for my passing mixed with my blood as he held my head in his arms and comforted me as I left this life. I am not here with you in body, but never doubt that I am here with you in spirit. I am there in the furls of the Star and Stripes you raised in my honor this morning. My face is on the statues you carved in Bronze to remember me. My name is on the cold black Granite Wall you erected in Washington D. C. I am there in the memories of my comrades I fought side by side with with in my quest for freedom. I am the memory in the hearts of those I left behind, those whom I loved with all my heart, yet found the courage to insure they would experience the taste of freedom forever more by the giving of my life. I am the first ray of Sunshine you see on a bright sunny day. I am in the memories of my children who grew up without my guidance, never to know the love I held for them so deep in my heart. I don't wish to be remembered as a hero. If my actions in battle were heroic, it was not to make me a hero. It was because I placed freedom and democracy above all else and I was willing to give my life to defend them. If I saved the life of my fellow soldier and gave my own in doing so, it was not to make me a hero, it was because he was my comrade in arms and he fought for the same principles I fought for. He would have done the same for me given the chance. If you do wish to remember me as a hero, remember me as the champion of freedom and democracy for the greatest nation on earth. The United States of America. I hope that you will never forget me and the sacrifice I made for you and others to live free. Remember me when you cast your votes for the leaders of this great nation who must carry on the principles I fought and died for. When you tell my children of me, instill in them the same principles I fought and died for and tell them also of my deep and everlasting love for them that remains even in my passing. Tell them that I look down from my home in heaven upon their shining faces every morning and I guide their footsteps through lifes treacherous journeys. Tell them also to pass my memory to their children and their children's children and let them know that I gave my life for them to live free. As you travel this great nation from sea to shining sea, take in the splendor of the Purple Mountain Majesties, the amber waves of grain, the children running to and fro as they play, remember that this freedom is not free, no it is not free. It has been paid for with my blood and the blood of my comrades and forefathers, who just as I, placed freedom and democracy above all else and gave our lives in defense of it. Cherish this freedom I have given you, fight for it to the very end to keep it sacred, for no sacrifice is too great to let it slip from your grasp. If you will do these things, then I will be with you again the next time you come to honor me and I will reach out and touch you just as I have today and I will rest in peace knowing the greatest nation on Earth the United States of America shall not perish. God bless America. Written May 19th, 1993 Charles E. (Chuck) Norris Former Recon Platoon Sergeant Ist Bn 35th Inf, 25th Inf Div Vietnam 1966

Chuck Norris -- Goldsby OK USA -- 02/01/2010
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3621. I served as an arty FO in southern I Corps early '67 to early '68.Worked out of LZ Bronco a lot. Was at LZ Charlie Brown at Sa Huynh when we cleared it with bangalore torpedos. Looking for LT Aquaviva, LT Fong, "Doc" Duggan, Jack Frost, CPT Gallegos, CPT Boettcher, "Me" Riley, anyone else from those days. Anyone from 1/14th inf, 1/35th inf,2/35th inf. who remembers me as a skinny kid lieutenant FO. Welcome home, brothers, those who are home. ex-LT Muller

J.L.Muller -- Landenberg PA USA -- 01/28/2010
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3620. Note the new email address. Also, if there are any mis-guided, mis-placed, relocated, or die-hearted New York Jets fans out there, looking for AFC Championship gear, let me know! That includes you, Joe Doriguzzi, who was awarded his SECOND Purple Heart in the Aug, 1967 action that claimed our good friends Richard Ferdig and Jamie Parilla. I sure would like to see you in Pittsburgh so I could give you a proper He Haw! Are there any new Orleans Saints fans out there?

Steve Rainbolt -- Indianapolis IN USA -- 01/25/2010
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3619. We love this website. It has been very helpful for our members. Also, our members tell us that our website is the best place for veterans to find information about compensation, pension and benefits for veterans. We have been told that VSOs now recommend that veterans visit our website first before filing a claim. Veterans learn about the process, who to see, where to go, and how to maximize their disability claims. Visit today!

Rance Jurevwicz, Capt., USA, Ret -- Highland CA USA -- 01/24/2010
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3618. I need help from you Korean War Vets who were with the 35th Reg. in Korea. I am trying to help Richard F. McAllister from NJ with a VA claim. He is really down on his luck and has no idea how to contact friends from his unit and he says he can't remember any names. He was in Korea from 1952 into 1954, (past the end of the war). He started as an Infantryman with B Co. 35th Reg. 25th ID. He says he was on the 30Cal. Machine gun when a shell cassing kicked out and hit him in the eye. He is now 20% service connected for that. He said there was a time when there was 11 guys in his squad that went on a mission and 5 kia. That was when he was made squad leader. He said he operated next to a Greek outfit. He also seen a guy shoot off his toe who had Frost Bite to get out of the field. I am looking for nam,es of people who were KIA while he was there or if you may have known him. He was also with HHC 35th Reg. of I& R platoon or squad. Please help if you can. Herb Worthington hworthington1@comcast.net

Herb Worthington -- Linden NJ USA -- 01/21/2010
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3617. Just wanted to say hope everyone has a good year and wish happiness to all the men I served with from march to the end of July 1968.I made my first reunion last summer in reno.I had tried to attend 3 times before but personal circumstances prevented my being there. I was so happy to see some of the men in which I served as their medic in A co. 1/35 inf. 3rd plt. during that time, My great fortune was to see again Robert Floyd, Robert Spielman,Thomas Kehoe,Sonney Danhaus and met a man that was wounded days before I got to the company,David Manrique,really nice guy. Im happy that we got together,Bob Floyd and I are hot rod and car nuts from way back.We used to talk about them in nam and found that we still enjoy talking about them and working on them.Bob has a 50S ford truck with a 327 in it,really a one of a kind that is getting rare and Im going to restore a 55 chevy hardtop" God willing".Hope to document it with pictures as I go through the process. I have also met Harry "Butch" Hooven and we are motorcycle fans and we commo through to email and phone at times. Plan on seeing him in July.Thank you men for being part of my life even though it was a short period,I feel like you are my brothers and have never forgotten you over the years.Yall take care and keep in touch.Proud to have served with this special group of men. Thank you Gary "Doc" Rose.

Gary V Rose -- Naples NC USA -- 01/20/2010
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3616. All A Co 2/35th members 68-69,third platoon.On the 17 of july 2010 the 1965 graduating class from Bay HS in Bay Village,Ohio is honoring SGT Kenton Henninger,KIA 6 March 1969.His awards and decorations are being donated to the Bay Village Historical Society along with a Plaque and memorial stone.Ken was the only member of his class to be killed in Viet Nam and his sole surviving relative has donated his awards,etc.I have met with Jack Kostak and he is handling arraingements for lodging for any of our members from out of town.Contact him at jmkostak@allseal.com ,the class is offering to pay for rooms.Bill Hensen has been working on getting the Reg.Colors and Co Guidon to the event.The 4th ID Assn.has been contacted by the Commander of the Honor Guard of AL Post 211 in Avon Lake,who is handling The Honor Guard. Ken was Awarded the Silver Star for his actions on the day he was killed.Ken was a natural leader and a great soldier.He was very popular,both in the Company and among his Classmates.It is anticipated that the event will be well covered by the Media and a Large turnout is also expected.

Pat O'connor -- Southington OH USA -- 01/17/2010
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3615. I left Vietnam in Feb. 1967

SGT Cross J. Richard, Sr -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 01/15/2010
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3614. Still working on getting our KIAs pictures. Herbert Leon Thompson was killed with B,2/35th when a grenade was thrown into a NDP near Duc Pho, 10/19/67. Herbert was 20 and an African-American from Winter Garden, Fl. He had just completed the 3rd Bde NCO School where he was the honor graduate. He came in-country in February 1967--plenty of time to be in a picture--even if it is a group photo we can make it work. All you Bravo-Two guys please think about it...thanks......Dick

Dick Arnold --  USA -- 01/15/2010
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3613. I was just reading War Stories and I ran across a story by PLT LDR Vaughn Brauer. He told about the Big Snake by 1st Platoon B CO in June of 1966. He asked who the 5th person from the left was in the picture. That person was Winson or Winston. He was the RTO when I came to the platoon in June of 1966 as the platoon medic after the snake picture. I remember him telling me he volunteered to go to Vietnam. Yes he was injured in May of 1967. Schrapnel to his groin and backside. I was in the mash unit filling out his medical card along with many others. I was told from someone, I think it was John Lorts that Winson had passed away from cancer.

Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 01/14/2010
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3612. Glen Bartley (known as "Buddy" in Vietnam a member of A Co 2/35th was wounded on March 12th 1967 and evacuated from the country. Buddy was a member of the 2nd Platoon Alpha Co 2/35th. This was the same action where Lt. Stephen Karopczyc won the MOH posthumously. If anyone out there remembers "Buddy" from country please contact me or "Buddy's" Daughter-in-law in post number 3610 below. I am especially interested in hearing from an old friend of Glen's who attended his funeral in the mid 70's. The family would love to be in contact with him. -- Doc Hall

Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 01/13/2010
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3611. In memory of Emory Cannon KIA 1/11/1968.

Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 01/13/2010
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3610. Hi! I'm hoping someone here can help me or at least point me in the right direction. My husband's father was in Vietnam. He was shot badly while he was there and spent many months in the hospital recovering. He died from complications almost 8 years later when my husband was only 6 years old. He knows very little about his father or his service to our great nation. I surprised him with his father's military records and duplicate metals for our wedding anniversary last year. Part of the records include the award of the silver star detailing his brave acts on March 12, 1967 the details in this letter are overwhelming to all that read. We are unbelievably proud to have it along witht he metals displayed in our home. On the letter it says he was assigned to Co A, 2d Bn, 35th Infantry, 3d Bde TF, 25th Infantry Division, APO 96355. I'm not 100% sure what all this means, but I have seen references to several of these things here on your site. I was wondering if there may be anyone here who may have served with him or can point me to any groups who may have served with him. ANY help would be MUCH appreciated. Thank you to all those on this site who provided the most noble of service to your country.

Erin Bartley -- King George VA USA -- 01/12/2010
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3609. Hey guys, just wanted you to know how grateful I am for everything you have done. My dad is Dan Drummond, and I just wanted to thank you for serving with him. Spc. Andrew Berli 11B

Andrew Berli -- Grand Rapids MI USA -- 01/12/2010
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3608. Any Alpha Company 1/35th guys from late 1968. I got a call from George Ranson from St. Augustine, FL. George does not have e-mail. He has been fighting a claim with the VA over some hearing loss. He specifically is claiming that he was in a bunker on LZ Jean on the night of November 30 (actually early morning Dec 1), 1968 when it was hit by an enemy rocket. (The daily journal of the day shows that LZ Jean took about 42 75mm rifle rocket hits that night and one of them hit a bunker) George says he was in the bunker with a brand new buck sergeant when it was hit. He would like to speak with this buck Sgt to help substantiate his claim. Others of you may of been there and know this to be true. Believe it or not in his rejection letter the person who signed the letter based part of the rejection on the fact that George admits he was not wearing hearing protection that night. If any of you old Alpha guys can substantiate that George was there and in that bunker please e-mail me and I'll pass it on. - thanks Doc Hall

Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 01/08/2010
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3592. Was 1/35th Cacti 77 thru 80. Just wanted to pass along a Happy New Year to everyone!

Ed Marek -- Oswego IL USA -- 01/04/2010
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3591. Because we are getting many bogus Guestbook entries from web robots, we have added a verification to the process, which requires you to type in a number that you see on the screen before you can submit your Cacti Guestbook entry. Please let me know if you have any problems. Dave the Web Guy.

Dave Muxo -- Orlando FL USA -- 01/04/2010
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3590. Want to wish all cacti and their families a very happy new year. I have up dated my web site and have made a page in memory of my best buddy John M. West, kia 31 march 67 while with recon 1/35. If anyone would like to check it out go to cactiron.com. American Legion Post 408 Derby/Haysville Kansas is named after him. Their web site is al408.com. If anyone finds themselves in Derby Kansas stop in at the VFW/Am. Legion post and tell them you served in John's regiment and you will be treaded like a king. They are the greatest bunch of patriots there that I have ever met. Looking forward to our next reunion. Cacti Ron

ronald d ray -- sacramento CA USA -- 01/02/2010
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3589. Happy New Year Cacti. As we enter a new decade let us reflect upon 40 years past with an eye towards the future wraped in the fabric of our Association's shared memories and the love of our families. 2010, we welcome you!

Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 01/01/2010
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3588. Any Alpha Company 1/35th guys from late 1968. I got a call from George Ranson from St. Augustine, FL. George does not have e-mail. He has been fighting a claim with the VA over some hearing loss. He specifically is claiming that he was in a bunker on LZ Jean on the night of November 30 (actually early morning Dec 1), 1968 when it was hit by an enemy rocket. (The daily journal of the day shows that LZ Jean took about 42 75mm rifle rocket hits that night and one of them hit a bunker) George says he was in the bunker with a brand new buck sergeant when it was hit. He would like to speak with this buck Sgt to help substantiate his claim. Others of you may of been there and know this to be true. Believe it or not in his rejection letter the person who signed the letter based part of the rejection on the fact that George admits he was not wearing hearing protection that night. If any of you old Alpha guys can substantiate that George was there and in that bunker please e-mail me and I'll pass it on. - thanks Doc Hall

Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 12/30/2009
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3587. I"m a former CACTI before the unit changed to the wolfhounds. I WAS THE 60MM mortar section sgt. A 1/35 inf

Earl M. Wooten RET/SGT -- Atlanta GA USA -- 12/28/2009
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3585. A belated Merry Christmas to all Cacti presently serving or past veterans and a Happy New Year. If you need any snow we will be happy to send you some from Montana.

frank dahl -- sidney MT USA -- 12/26/2009
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3584. JUNE 1967-JUNE 1968. 1/35TH INF. 4 DUECE/(BRAVO COM.SEPT.13 -NOV. 13.) 101 ST AIRBORNE, AIRMOBILE, 1/506 INF. ECHO 81`S. FEB. `69- JAN. `70 . ASHAU VALLEY.

RUSS SAUNDERS (SANDY) -- Dayton OH USA -- 12/25/2009
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3583. Greetings. I just stopped in to wish a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Peaceful and Prosperous New Year to all the Cacti Members and their families. Congratulations to my cousin Doc Hall for his leadership of your organization the past couple of years. Good Luck to your current leader Jim Anderson, from what I've heard about him, the Cacti Assn. is in good hands. Congratulations to 'Ole' Olson for your Bronze Star presentation, even if it did come 40 years later than it should have. Doc has told me the story and I'm proud that you finally got your well deserved credit. From a friend and fellow veteran of the US Army, I salute all of you for your service!

Richard Boteler -- Shelby IN USA -- 12/24/2009
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3582. As we ready to turn the corner on another year, please remember that annual membership dues are up for renewal in January. Applications can be printed from the Association's Web page or found in your copy of "Cacti Times." Not a member? We invite you to join the country's premier regimental association.

Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 12/20/2009
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org


3581. I signed up for the Cacti Association when I served with Charlie Rock 2-35 Inf. I just wanted to see where our boys where now.

Brady J. Watson -- Bartlett TN USA -- 12/20/2009
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3580. Greetings... I may be able to provide a photograph of 2LT Clarence C. Lovejoy, KIA, Guadalcanal, 27 JAN 1943. I'm the Special Collections Librarian at The University of Tampa, which Clarence attended from 1940 to 1942. If you could let me know your e-mail address, I can scan and forward the image to you for inclusion on the online memorial. Yours With Respect, Art Bagley

Art Bagley -- Tampa FL USA -- 12/18/2009
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3579. I am looking for anyone that might have served with My Uncle Donald R.Moyer, he served in the Korean war with the 35th infantry regiment, E company 25th infantry div. I do know that he passed away on May 20th 1951 while taking a hill in Kumhuan. All we have is a few letters of his but no photos or anything telling us about him while he was in Korea. Any information would be helpful,thank you for your time...

William F.Cranford -- Spartanburg SC USA -- 12/15/2009
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3578. 1 year ago this evening Pfc. Russell Crawford passed away while surrounded by his entire family. He was so very strong and brave, from my 1st memories of him to my last. He was a man. 1st Lieut. Larry Conner, Commanding 3rd Platoon, Company A, 1/35 Infantry was very comforting in his actions, both on the battlefield and to Russ's family. My son is planning on being a Marine, he is 17 years old and he rocked me to my core when he asked to go visit his Great-(and he was so very great) Uncle. What shocked me is he made this date 3 weeks in advance. A man never knows whom or how many he will influence in his life time.

Chris -- Modesto CA USA -- 12/12/2009
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3577. Can any one tell me about the Basketball team, that was maid up of players from the Cacti in 1965 December? They reunited with the unit in early spring of 1966, after being victorious over several collage teams. There should be some pictures, they got great press

Bruce A Suttles -- Durham NC USA -- 12/08/2009
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3576. It is Roger not Ray , see War Stories... Thailand Crabs

Roger \"Doc \" Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 12/08/2009
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3575. Hi, im from philippines and interested about world war 2 veterans who were assigned in Ligaspi philippines in 1942-1944,since my grand mother who is also a auxillary force in the philippines during the war.

angelo magistrado -- iriga city philippines -- 12/05/2009
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3574. HOAGY. I WAS THERE THAT DAY ON NOV 13, 1967. I GOT HIT THAT DAY. WE WERE SECURING A DOWNED HUEY GUNSHIP, THINK IT WAS A GUNNSHIP. AFTER THAT WE WERE TO GET AN IN COUNTRY R+R. WE NEVER MADE IT. AT LEAST I DIDN`T, LT. IKE AND SEVEN OR EIGHT OTHERS. I HAVE PICTURES OF IKE AND MY 4 DUECE F.O. LEE. FROM GEORGIA. LEE WASN`T THERE THAT DAY. THERE`S MORE TO THE STORY FROM MY POINT OF VIEW. IF YOU WANT TO HEAR IT OR SEE THE FLICKS, SEND ME YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS. SANDY ASHAURUSS@YAHOO.COM

RUSS SAUNDERS -- DAYTON OH USA -- 11/30/2009
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3573. This is Andy. I served with D2/35 fron Sept to Jan 69. My PLT SGT was SSG McMillan. Some of the people in our teams were Red Tacket from KY, Ohio, Tenn, Jersey City,New Jersey. What PLT was this? Who was the LT? Our CPT was CPT Knight. We changed CPTs in Jan of 69. Ifanyone has pictures, I would like some copies. My number is 501-231-9393. I would like to here from you. I have had 1 stroke in April of 05, and 2 heart attacks. The last attack was in Jan of 09.

bradford glen anderson -- concord AR USA -- 11/29/2009
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3572. Looking for D/2/35th, from Sept 68-69.

Bradford Glen Anderson (Andy) -- Concord AR USA -- 11/28/2009
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3571. Wishing to share my joyous feelings of Thanksgiving with all my fellow Cacti. God Bless America!! A/2/35 1966-1967

Curtis P Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 11/27/2009
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3570. Want to wish all Cacti Brothers and all Men & women serving in our military. A warm and Happy Thanksgiving. Delta 1/35 2nd plt. April67-68 Richard

Richard Stevens -- Council Bluffs IA USA -- 11/26/2009
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3569. Cacti Blue Troopers (Cambodia Operation - May 1970) Some of you may know that I am working on another book, this one about the 1970 Cambodia Incursion in May 1970, which my battalion, the 3-506th Abn. participated alongside yours. I and others have planned a special rendezvous to honor those of you and other 4th Inf. Div. veterans who participated in that operation--Binh Tay I (May 5-16, 1970). The Reunion is Tuesday, June 15 thru Saturday, June 19, 2010. Our LZ is the Circus Circus Hotel and Casino. The room rate (all days) will be $59/night (no resort fees nor increased price for the weekend days). The Sales Rep. will be issuing us a special code to use when booking your room in order to get the special rate. I have reserved a block of rooms for our attendees and they will be available to our group until May. More information about this special reunion can be found on our 3-506th website: www.currahee.org. If you participated in the Cambodia Operation, please contact me and come and join us in Reno. If anyone has questions concerning the rendezvous, please contact me. I look forward to seeing you in Reno to help promote our book. If you decide to attend, please get me your names so that I can add them to the Attendees List. Check out the "Attendees List" to see who from the 2-35th has let us know thus far that they will attend. What a better opportunity to meet up with a former teammates or friend after 40 years! If you know anyone who participated, please pass on this info. Jerry in Montana

Jerry Berry -- Libby MT USA -- 11/24/2009
Email -- http://www.currahee.org


3568. Just want to wish all past and current Catci a Happy Thanksgiving. Bravo Company 2/35, Mar-70 to Aug-70.

Sonny -- Glenolden PA USA -- 11/24/2009
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3567. On this date in 1950 Cacti PVT E2 Henry Johnson died as a prisoner of war in North Korea. He had been part of the "Tiger Death March" The link is the story of a survivor of the Death March. He was only 18 years old when he died. http://www.patriotfiles.com/forum/showthread.php?t=30175

Wiley Dodd -- Riverview MI USA -- 11/22/2009
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3566. My grandfather served with the 35th Infantry regiment during WWII, his name was John Henry Grimes. To the best of my knowledge he served on Luzon and received a bronze star for an assault on a mortar station, this is what I read on some papers that I found. Anymore information that I could find out, or a direction I could be pointed in to find out more info would be greatly appreciated. My grandfather passed away in 1985.

Zachary Grimes -- Piedmont AL USA -- 11/19/2009
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3565. Hi Mike Kerr, Thanks for your memorial post about you Cacti brothers. I tried to email you but your address from our records bounced. We are still looking for a pic of Gary Rust. I have talked to and emailed his family many times only to get a false promise. Would you have any Nam pics of him? Thanks,

Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 11/18/2009
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3564. Today when I signed onto the web site I was totally amazed that my posting on YOU TUBE was on the front page. Veterans Day was one that I will never forget. It is very humbling to have this on the web site. I have flashed back to that event 40 years ago so many times, sorta like a broken record over and over. I am so thankful for all the CACTI individuals that I served with. I am also thankful for all of those individuals that assisted in helping me get my medal. Closure to this event is a little easier to think about, but will never leave me. Ole

Alan (Ole) Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 11/17/2009
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3563. On November 13, 1967, we lost a great leader and very good friend of mine, Lt. Randy Eisenhour, known by his men as "Ike". I have missed Ike dearly for over 40 years, but I think of him daily. Ike, I sure hope the Good Lord is taking care of you, because I know you are in his presence. I can say from the hearts of all of your men in 1st platoon of B-1/35, Ike, we love you and miss you. God Bless You---Hogie

michael hogan (Hogie) -- Frisco TX USA -- 11/16/2009
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3562. November 14, 1967. In memory we remember...........

Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 11/15/2009
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3561. I am wondering if anyone knew my brave Uncle George Henry Chace. He was killed on his 23rd birthday 10/21/66. George Henry Chace from Pepperell, MA. A Co 2/35th.. KIA 10/21/66

Cindy Knox -- Lunenburg MA USA -- 11/14/2009
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3560. In July I reported Joel Mayne had been involved in a serious motorcycle accident. For those who love this great guy I am sorry to report he has had to have a foot amputated below the knee as a result of his injuries. Not only is he a Cacti Brother and a Purple Heart recipient, he spent much of his time on the road locating fellow Cacti members. Please feel free to drop him an encouraging note.

Mike Kerr D&E Co. 68/69 -- Troy MI USA -- 11/14/2009


3559. why was my post to Lt Schaffer edited again? there was nothing inflamatory in it he WAS safer with us than flying with the old man last year it was completely deleted what are the rules for posting?

Art hughes --  USA -- 11/12/2009
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3558. I always called my Dad and PFC. Russel Crawford on this day to wish them a good day, and a thank you. Russel passed away 11 months ago, but my Dad is as disgruntled as ever HAHAA. THANK you Veterans, thank you very much. It mattered, then and now.

chris -- Modesto CA USA -- 11/11/2009
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3557. Attended San Diego's Veteran Day Parade today then followed it with a BBQ luncheon at Veterans Village, www.vvsd.net, where all had a terrific time. Thought of old friends, some long past and moments you don't write home to mom about. Darkness is now overtaking the West Coast and my mind continues to wander in the tidelands of long ago. Veterans Day 2009 is coming to a close, but my memories remain alive with sporatic energy that defies time. I hope your day has been filled with reflection and a hug or two from those you love.

Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 11/11/2009
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3556. we think of you often sincerely third plt B 1/35 in memory of Lt Randall Schaffer

 --  USA -- 11/11/2009


3555. During this Veteran's day I think about all the Veterans who served past wars. My Father, William F. Farrar was with the 35th Regiment during WWII in Guadal Canal, Vella Lavella, and the Phillipines. If anyone knows him or of him please contact me at my email address. I am researching a battle fought in the Phillipines at "Lupao."

Ed Farrar -- Chester VA USA -- 11/11/2009
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3554. It's strange.I can still hear Jim Humphries laugh from the night before he and the others died. Seems like only yesterday. Rest in peace, you did more than most. Ed Corman D 1/35 68-69

Ed Corman -- Lincoln NE USA -- 11/11/2009
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3553. This is in solemn tribute to all who served our great nation during its time of need, and to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms that we all hold so near to our hearts (especially SP4 James Perrone, kia, 3.12.67).

Glenn Perrone -- Ridgewood NJ USA -- 11/11/2009
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3552. On this November 11th I will be attending the Veterans Day Ceremony at the Troy City Hall. And as I always do, I ask those in attendance to remember SP4 James Humphrey,SP4 Gary Rust, and PFC John Bratton who were killed on this day in 1968 while returning from a reconnaissance mission. Those of us that were privileged enough to know these fine young have nothing but fond memories of them. We still ache knowing what they missed by dying so young. We will never forget them or their sacrifice doing such a necessary and noble cause. I will also visit the grave site of David Head ( A Company ) the Cacti brother buried nearest to my home. He attended the High School my granddaughter now attends. She will see that he has not been forgotten as well. Take care my brothers and savor only the good times we shared with them.

Mike Kerr D&E Co. 68/69 -- Troy MI USA -- 11/11/2009


3551. 41 years ago today Delta 1/35 lost three good men.James Huphrey, John Bratton and Gary Rust. Often in my thoughts always in my heart.

rodger Leffler -- Kaniva vi AUS -- 11/10/2009
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3550. Happy Veterans Day to all, enjoy the holiday, try not to dwell on the past, remember the good times and reflect on them and put a smile on your face. Joe Henderson

Joe Henderson -- Levittown PA USA -- 11/10/2009
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3549. With special thoughts of Sp4 Andrew Castelda KIA 3/12/67 - Wishing all of the 35th a Veterans Day filled with peace and only the happy memories.

A Friend --  USA -- 11/10/2009


3548. November 9th 1967 was the second month in which A Company 1/35 saw action on the 9th of the month - this would continue through Februay 9, 1968. Good men were lost on 11/9/67 - look at the KIA section. RIP brothers.

Gary Dittmer -- Woodbridge VA USA -- 11/09/2009
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3547. Hi Cacti Dave Manrique, as Doc Hall said we attended Tom Kehoes funeral,would like to also let you know where we had are 06 reunion the chaparral suites, all who came to Toms services from out of town,was able to stay at the hotel for free there were no charge. I think that was very nice of the hotel to do that,so if you are in Scottsdale for anything,I would recommend staying at that hotel for all that the hotel did for Tom ,family and friends.Take care Cacti and have a wonderful holiday Dave

David Manrique -- Fremont CA USA -- 11/08/2009
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3546. Doc Hall posted a memo about me receiving the Bronze Star W/Valor, this will happen on Veterans Day. It has been long overdue but it finally happened. My many thanks to all who helped out with the long process of applying for the medal. My hat is off to all of you. I will not mention any names because I don't want to leave anyone off, but you know who you are. Thanks again, I started the process when we were at the Buffalo reunion in 2003. Six years ago. This is going to be a great day for all!!! Ole

Alan Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 11/07/2009
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3545. I can't believe what happened in Texas today. My heart breaks for the soldiers lost and their families. What is happening in this world? Everything is going crazy.

Mary e Fast -- Moline IL USA -- 11/06/2009
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3544. On Veterans Day US Senator Sam Brownback from Kansas will award the bronze star with a V to my old buddy Alan "Ole" Olsen. This award was for actions in the Sept 1969 Chu Pa's campaign. It is 39 years and 50 days late but at last the error has been corrected. Congratulations Ole! Sure wish I could be there with you. Proud of you Brother!- Doc Hall

Jim Doc Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 11/05/2009
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3543. I just returned from Scottsdale, AZ where I had the honor of attending the funeral services for our old friend Tom Kehoe. Tom was laid to rest in the National Memorial Cemtery of Arizona just north of Phoenix yesterday November 2. Cacti representatives attending the services were Dave Manrique (A Co 1/35 1967 - 68; Donna Wilds (wife of Cacti Bill Wilds A Co 1/35th 1968 and dear friend of Terry Kehoe); Bob Marley B and D Co's 1/35th 1967 - 68); Mike and Debbie Johnson (Mike is the son of our hero 2nd Lt Everett "Gene" Johnson KIA A Co 1/35 5/19/67); and our hero Peter Yazzi Claw's sister Jane (Peter Yazzi Claw was KIA from A Co 1/35 on 4/5/68). Bill Wilds wanted badly to attend but had the flu and could not. Tom and Terry Kehoe are both very special people and very special Cacti. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Terry and to our entire Cacti family for all of our losses.- Doc Hall

Jim Doc Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 11/03/2009
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3542. I served with Tom Kehoe in 1967/68 A-1/35 3rd Platoon. It was a pleasure to serve with Tom, NO it was an honor! I finally got to see him at the Reno Reunion after 41 years. He still has a impact on my life and in the lives of the Cacti Family. He will be truly missed. God Bless his soul. Bob

Bob Spilman -- Murrieta CA USA -- 11/02/2009
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3541. I will forever be grateful for the help and encouragement I received from Tom Kehoe after I joined the association. He united me with Mike Johnson, son of LT Everette Johnson, my platoon leader who was KIA at my side. Any questions I had I could always ask Tom and he had or would get the answer. He was always available and was never to busy to stop and talk. If there was someone he thought I should know he'd make sure that I was introduced. For those who might be interested in his obituary I submit the following;..... http://www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com/obituary/kehoe-thomas-michael-iii/comment-page-1/#comment-11

Dave Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 10/31/2009
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3540. I will forever be grateful for the help and encouragement I received from Tom Kehoe after I joined the association. He united me with Mike Johnson, son of LT Everette Johnson, my platoon leader who was KIA at my side. Any questions I had I could always ask Tom and he had or would get the answer. He was always available and was never to busy to stop and talk. If there was someone he thought I should know he'd make sure that I was introduced. For those who might be interested in his obituary I submit the following;..... http://www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com/obituary/kehoe-thomas-michael-iii/comment-page-1/#comment-11

Dave Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 10/31/2009
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3539. Sad to notice all that William (Bill) Gowin C 2/35 1966 Oct 29, .He was wounded In Feb 66 when we recieved three rounds he on our position by Plieme spical forces camp. funural will be Monday Nov 2 at St. Jean Baptise Catholic Church Muskegon Mich. Funeral is 231-759-8565 Paul Watson

Paul D. Watson -- Muskegon MI USA -- 10/31/2009
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3538. We are so sad to hear that Tom Kehoe has passed away. What a shock. He was a stalwart Cacti brother, a great guy and we will miss him greatly. Deepest condolences.

Tom and Joan Mahon -- Inverness FL USA -- 10/30/2009
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3537. Did you know? The Department of Veterans Affairs established a service-connection for Vietnam veterans suffering from Parkinson's disease, ischemic heart disease (IHD) and B-cell leukemias such as hairy-cell leukemia. These illnesses are now considered "presumed" illnesses. This "presumption" simplifies and speeds up the application process for VA benefits. It is important to note that this new policy will not go into effect until sometime in 2010. At which point affected veterans will be urged to submit new disability claims. http://www.veteranprograms.com/id1070.html

Rance Jurevwicz, Capt., USA, Ret -- Highland CA USA -- 10/29/2009
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3536. I would like to think all the association officers and volunteers for the great work that they do and a special thanks to Past President, Peter J Birrow, who seen the post I made about Comrade Roberts P. Burrows Who served two tours with 1/35 recon and later was KIA while serving his second tour with the 1st Cav. He e-mailed me for more information. After giving him the information that I had and a photo of Bob, they have now put together a memorial page for Bob listed under KIA's 1st Bn HHC. It is a great testament as to what the Association is all about. Thank you for all that you do. Cacti Ron

ronald d ray -- sacramento CA USA -- 10/29/2009
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3535. I would like to offer my condolences to the family of Tom Kehoe. He was a great guy and was always willing to do what it took to get the job done. He will be missed greatly by the Cacti brotherhood.

John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 10/28/2009
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3534. I am saddened to learn my friend Tom Kehoe passed away. I didn't serve with Tom in days long gone by, and only knew him through his involvement with the Association, but he and Terry have become friends. I'll miss passing time and stories with Tom in the hospitality suite until long after it closed. We had some fun - eh bud? Terry - prayers and thoughts to you and yours. Tom - See you in the by and by when it's my turn to report to Fiddler's Green. Until then - peace brother.

Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 10/28/2009
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3533. I am shocked to learn of Tom Kehoe's sudden death. He was great guy and friend. He had a passion for his family and life and an infinite sense of good humor. He was dedicated to this Assn. After serving with A Co 1/35 in 67-68 he joined a 1st Cav gunship unit that supported us on occasion out of LZ Baldy - 1/9 Headhunters. My deepest sympathy to his Wife and Family in this difficult time.

Gary D. Dittmer -- Woodbridge VA USA -- 10/28/2009
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3532. What a sad day for the Cacti Family to learn that our friend Tom Kehoe has passed away. Tom was one of the nicest most sincere guys I have ever met. It is a true loss for all of us. My deepest sympathy goes out to Terry and to the whole Kehoe family. God Bless you all. I know that heaven is a little brighter today and Tom is probably there helping to organize those lines at the Pearly Gates. We'll miss you buddy.--Doc Hall

Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 10/28/2009
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3531. Sorry to hear about the passing of Tom Kehoe. I first met Tom at the Az. Reunion several years ago when he was in charge of the hospitality room. Curt and I helped man the bar for him and since I have always looked forward to his e-mails and seeing him at the reunions. RIP brother. Cacti Ron

ronald d ray -- sacramento CA USA -- 10/28/2009
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3530. WE are overwhelmingly saddened to have to report that OUR DEAR FRIEND AND COMRADE...TOM KEHOE...PASSED WAY LAST NIGHT. We spoke on Monday after they returned from their wonderful 35th Anniversary weekend. He also sent many of you an email detailing the events and their itinerary. This is posted at Terry's request. She believes he had a massive heart attack. Today was to have been his last chemo treatment. Blessing and peace to the Kehoe Family. Kathy and Jim

Jim and kathy Holleran -- Red bluff CA USA -- 10/28/2009
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3529. Anyone that was in recon 1/35 in 66 & 67 that remembers Roberts P. Burrows who tried to extend for the duraration, I just found his name listed on the wall. He was KIA Oct. 14, 1970 with the 1st Cav while on his 4th tour of duty. Bob and I was in the hospital with malaria in Dec. 66 and had become very close. RIP brother. Cacti Ron

Ronald D Ray -- Sacramento CA USA -- 10/25/2009
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3528. I was a Sgt fresh out of NCO academy via Ranger school, and served in C company year of 1969. I was wounded while recovering one of my men Jim Hyatt during a firefight and after helping to patch up on another solder that had had his lag taken off and his belly opened from a chi-com Rodney Winchell. Later after returning home to Calif, CBS aired a documentary, The Wounded from Vet Name. I later comedown with Malaria. But not all was bad, One day while the the company was moving one of us had a radio tuned to some Soul or Rock music, the company commander walking a safe ways back heard the music and ordered the radio off, just then us walking point where hit, the radio went flying in the air and volume went to full blast as we fought our way out. It was a sen right out of Apocalyptic Now. We think the company commander gave our position away, after the firefight ended and conformation that none was hit we move on, and yes we retrieved our radio and stopped play our music will on patrol. Other accounts include my platoon and I stopping to take a bath in a running stream only to be ambushed, we all serviced, Out on recon in Cambodia for four days and almost taken POW, we all got back OK, A night attack on the wrong village no shots fired while the people in the village look-on a puzzled as us and latter we had a laugh at the commanders orders, And More, All True and all before my 21 birthday.

Steven Norris -- San Juan Cap CA USA -- 10/20/2009
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3527. Tell Captain Wandle I was there that night on Firebase Vera. Sept 68- Sept 69

Roy Sprague -- Kent OH USA -- 10/20/2009
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3526. The Active Cacti, 2-35 Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, is back home at Schofield Barracks after their recent combat deployment to Iraq. We should have information about their home-coming posted on this web site soon.

John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 10/15/2009
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3525. Peace to all those who dutifully served. I'm looking for anyone who can tell me about a friend of mine from high school, Ed Rhode, who was killed on 15 April 1968 near LZ Mile High. I believe he served as a medic with D/1/35. Thanks !

Joe Schmeling -- Saint Louis MO USA -- 10/15/2009
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3524. George Ranson (A 1/35) is looking for anyone who may remember the names of any of the platoon leaders that were on LZ Jean December 1, 1968 when they received incoming. George Ranson 626 Madeore St. Saint Augustine, FL 32084 Phone: 904-819-9253

Dave Fogg --  USA -- 10/15/2009


3523. 13 men from A&B companies 1/35th died this day in 1967. Rest in peace my brothers. We of the 35th Infantry Association will not let you be forgotten.

Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 10/09/2009
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