My name is Terri Webber, and I am searching for any information about my father-in-law. He died when my husband was only five (not due to the war), so we have almost no information except: his name was Howard L Webber (from Wisconsin) of Able Company, 24th Marines. He landed on Iwo-Jima and was wounded on 02/20/45. He was a BAR gunner, and after he was wounded he was discharged.
I am not sure how to even look for people that may have known him, or their decendants. Any help that you, or anyone can give is extremely appreciated. All the information we have has been collected from the internet. The only thing we have of him is his US Marine Corps ID Card. This is also the only photo we have of him. A roster picture that includes him would be an incredible find. My husband is desperate for information regarding his dad. Thank you so much.
Terri
My father served in the 4th Division of the USMC in WWII. I believe he was in the 4th Division, 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines, Company B. He was a member of a motor transport group. He left a scrapbook of sorts that contains snapshots of 110 members of Company B - all of them labeled with first and last names. He survived the war, and passed away in 1990. If you believe you have a family member in the same company, please contact me and I will tell you if I have a photo.
Looking for any information on my grandfather richard dean welch (dick). he was on iwa jima feb 27-march 5. third marine division. discharge papers show he was a rifleman, auto rifleman. any info, or photographs would be so greatly appreciated.
My uncle, Cpl. Emerico "Mickey" Caracciolo, was in the 5th Marine Division, HQ Battalion at Iwo Jima.
I know that he lost many friends at Iwo Jima during the battle there and many more over the past 66 years but I am curious to know if there is anyone that may have known or remember him. If so, please contact me at the above e-mail or here on this website.
Unfortunately, my uncle passed away on October 24, 2011, succumbing to Leukemia and a stroke.
He will always be a Marine, now and forever as all Marines are.
You have the places correctly! My dad was at all of those places and had a yearbook put out from them. I had forgotten about Roi Namur. I lived in Guam and Saipan from 1980-83. I found some of the tunnels in Saipan one day exploring with some high school athletes I took there from Guam in the summer of 1982. We lived in Garapan for the summer.
My dad was Harold Shaffer, Wood County Ohio (I went to high school in Bowling Green). He was in 4th Div, 25th Regiment, 3rd Battalion, L Company. My brother Tim was a marine in Desert Storm.
My dad was Harold O. Shaffer of L Company, 4th Division 25th Marine Regiment 3rd Battalion. He served at Kwajelein, Tinian, Saipan and Iwo Jima. His "foxhole" buddy was guy named DiCico from Aliquippa/Pittsburgh PA. The foxhole was a hole from an exploded shell since they coldn't dig in the black volcanic sand. he didn't want to talk about his experiences though he did a little with my Marine brother Tim who served in Desert Storm in Iraq and Kuwait. We would love to hear from anyone in his outfit, see pictures, share stories. Today (11/11/11) is Veterans' Day 2011 and yesterday was the USMC 236th birthday. Thank you! to you if you served our country.
My father was in the 4th Marines, 3rd Batallion, 24th regiment..not sure which company..i think he said L? His name is Eugene Joseph Rychlinski. He was in the second wave, but this is all he would tell me. When I asked if he would/could share any of his experience on Iwo, he said he 'couldn't'. He said that he had nightmares for a long time, which I can understand. I don't want to make him bring up any painful memories, but I'm hoping someone knew/remembers him. He was fm Milwaukee, Wi., was 17 when he joined up. I never even knew he was at Iwo, until about five years ago, and I don't remember how we got on the subject. I've watched some Iwo movies, and from that time on, I make it a point to thank my Dad for his service to his country. He is still active in the Marine Corp League in Hammond, La. He was 84 this August. I would be grateful for any information/memories anyone could share.
With gratitude for all who sacrificed all for us!
Teresa Cobbler
Winston-Salem, N.C.
My father James Robert Hicks was with first battalion 24th marines 4th marine division at Iwo Jima.He died when I was young. I would appreciate any information about his contribution to the war effort.
Do you have any pictures of the marines at church service on Iwo Jima. My dad was pictured years ago in a book. Marines in the pacific or Marines on Iwo Jima. If you could please some photo's.
my great grandfathers served in world war two, one was in europe and was shot multiple times, until he died of his wounds, and my other grandfather was a marine on okinawa as an ammo carrier. Since hearing this I have wanted t obe a marine and give back to all those who have served. Thanks for you sacrifice to your country and your men,
my dad was with the 3rd 21marines,company B, he was at Bogainsville , Guam, and Iwo. I have many pics, would love to show you some time. He died in 2004. We miss him. (rainsun51@yahoo.com.
Hello! I saw your post about your boyfriend's dad who served on the Otterstetter. I am doing research on the Otto as the ship is named after my great-Uncle, Carl Otterstetter, after his sacrifice at Pearl Harbor. If you or your boyfriend have any stories to share, that would be great, as I'm working on a novel about the brave men who served on the Otterstetter (DE-244). Thanks! Deborah Hayes
Dear Roger Smith, Are you a former USMC member who was stationed at Camp LeJeune summer of 1976 and also worked as a life guard, later to be stationed in Japan?
My father-in-law, Arthur Virgil Pace, was with the 5th division that was the second wave to hit the beach at Iwo Jima. He was wounded and fought for 35 days on Iwo. He is of course retired and living with his bride of some 60+ years in Kerrville, Texas. In the last few years he has begun to talk about the experience and has some wonderful stories. If anyone remembers him or has questions, pleased feel free to email me at lynnbelitz@verizon.net and i will relay to him.
my boyfriends father was on the otterstetter and hit Iwo in september of 45. he passed on in november last year at the age of 88. when he was in sanfran after leaving pearl all his possessions were stolen so there are no pics. any you could share would be greatly appreciated.
kobfamily@hotmail.com
I wish I had found this website last year when you posted about your service in the 3rd Marine Div., specifically the 12th. I have a great uncle you may have known, his name was Frank Hartley. He was an artillaryman in the 12th. He would have stood out from the average enlisted Marine as he was in his early 30's. My father, his nephew, Cpl. Ray E. Underwood was also in the 3rd. He was a rifleman in Co. K. 3/21st. They were close and decided to join the Marines together and were luckily assigned to the same div. If you have anything about Frank, my brothers and I would appreciate any information you could provide.
Thank you.
If you still have these photos, I would certainly like them. My father served on Iwo Jima and is now deceased. We have located 2 photos of him; 1 is actually in the credits that roll at the end of the movie Flags of our Fathers.
Regards,
Kelly Rowan
My dad, John Barker from Massachusetts, served on Iwo as part of CASU 52. He landed on March 3, 1945 and left in Feb 1946. Part of his job was to drive a fuel truck around filling the planes as well as repairing aircraft engines.
Looking for anyone with history of CASU 52!
I myself can't image what it must have been like and after seeing the pictures understand why my dad never talked about Iwo until he reached 85! Thanks Dad!
Dad came home from the "Big One" with 2 Purple Hearts. It was something he would never talk about. All we knew for sure was that he wanted to be buried in his uniform. I never thought to tell him "thank you". please, thank a Veteran every chance you get. Vets don't forget. "The land of the free because of the brave."
My father was on iwo jima in the 5th division "a" company 5th pioneers. I have the complete list of everyone in the 5th. Can u give me more info.
My dad is 86 he was involved in the last banzi 5:00am 26,March
Howard Bernstein
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Pat Donlan in 1994. His son and I both got "downsized" out of IBM that year and went job hunting in Scranton, Pa where Mr. Donlan lives.
What an honor to meet him. What struck me most about him was that he had the same general facial features as my father: big Irish ears, a stern face, and eyes that could melt steel with a look!
PLEASE HELP WITH THIS QUESTION????????????????????????????
I have been trying to figure this out. Did all the Marines of the 4th Marine Division, that fought in Iwo Jima, depart at the same time from San Diego? I'm concerned about the 4th Marines Division, From San Diego, CA:
I read that all the 4th Marine Div. Departed San Diego, got to Hawii,, then shipped To the Following Battles:
1) Roi–Namur Assault 31 January–8 February 1944 (Operation FLINTLOCK)Kwagwlian Island or Marshall Islands. From there: To:
2) Capture and Occupation of Saipan 15 June–24 July 1944 (Operation FORAGER) From here, To:
3) Capture and Occupation of Tinian 24 July–7 August 1944
(Operation FORAGER) From Here, To:
4) Assault and Occupation of Iwo Jima 19 February–26 March 1945
(Operation DETACHMENT)
To anyone: Would it be fair to say, that My Uncle Joseph Frederick Ferguson\, Pvt, USMCR, KIA on Iwo Jima on 12 March 1945, Served with 4th Marine Division thru all these battles, until his Death??????Can anyone help me with this Question?
My grandfather PFC Max Hood was there on Iwo Jima in the 23rd Marine 4th division E company. He told me that he landed on Yellow Beach 2 on 19 Feb 1945. He was wounded on day 11 on Signal Hill or I think that was Hill 382. He did not tell me much and I have been searching for answers for many years. He passed away several years ago and I have worn his dog tag to this day. I hope you are doing well Sir and I thank you for your service to our country. I pray you might have knowledge of my grandfather.
Dear Sir,
My grandfather Perry Webster Carter fought in this battle. He spoke very little of the events and specifics that went on during that battle ( which I am sure was probably the same for alot of others that seen battles fought ). However he was one of the Marines that did live and return to his family. His cousin that enlisted with him did not.
The one thing I do know is that he was there at the raising of the Flag.
Does anyone remember my grandfather Perry Carter?
He has been gone about 10 years now and I carry him with me in mind and heart.
Penny Ragan
Sir,
My uncle Pvt Joseph Frederick Ferguson, was killed on Iwo Jima on 12 March 1945. Does anyone remember him?
I am interested in more pictures of Iwo Jima. I would be interested in Close up pictures of the Graves in the Cemetary on Iwo Jima. It would be nice to have a picture of my uncle's Grave on Iwo Jima.
my father aurendel richardson was a tank driver on iwo.he won a silver star.he passed away on saturday sept 11 2010.he was very proud to serve his country.scott richardson
Looking for information about a family member who fell July 27, 1944, we believe in the battle for Marshall Island - USMCR Pvt. Louis I. Slep. I am looking for information on what regiment he was in, how he fell, and what type of person he was.
Thank you.
Hello
I was reading your entry about your service in the 2nd Marine Division, WW11. You mentioned visiting your brother who was a radio man. My dad served with the 2nd Division and worked in radio communications. His name was Bill Harris - William C. Harris. He died in 1976 from a massive heart attack. I am wondering if you may have been acquainted with him because of the communications connection. I hope you don't mind me sending this message and asking. I have all his discharge documents and have traced his service. As he died when I was 14, I never had the opportunity to know much about his service. I know he had malaria at one point, as I understand now that many of the soldiers experienced this. If you don't mind, please let me know if you happen to know of him. Thank you for your service and your post. Kind regards, Rebecca (Harris) MacBride - beckspapergarden@sympatico.ca
Looking for any one who may have knowledge of PFC Teddy Chism, 23 Marines, KIA on Iwo Jima. His son never met him & I'm trying to help him acquire knowledge or POC.
My grandfather Charles L. Biringer fought on Iwo Jima. He was a Technical Seargent in the Marine Corps. He was born in 1927 and passed away in 1976 when I was just 3 years old. He lied about his age to join the Corps and the war effort, and he saw action on Iwo when he was just 17 years old. He also fought in Korea at the Chosoin Reservoir. If anyone served with him, or remembers him please let me know. Minus teh few memories I have in my three years of knowing him, my father has supplied the rest of the stories.
We thank you for your service and sacrifices to keep us free!
I have started a website about the Iwo Jima Survivors. It is www.sosiwojima.com. We would invite any of you who have photos of your time served on Iwo Jima to add a digital copy to our website. It is best to add it to our Facebook site accessible from our Home page. You can include any stories or comments.
I am trying to find out some information about my grandfather, William "Wild Bill" Wirt Connelly. I am having trouble finding with what unit he served and what campaigns he fought. He was born in 1925 and from Alberta, VA and he served as a corpsman with the Marines in at least 3 campaigns during the War. I have his dogtags, battle ribbons and medals and his Pacific Campaign ribbon holds 2 stars, however I have no official records. I know that he landed on Iwo Jima on February 19th and was wounded on February 28th with what I have been told was a sniper's bullet that entered his neck and exited his mouth.
He went on to become a Major League Baseball pitcher and played from 1945-1958. He died on Thanksgiving Day in 1980, 2 1/2 years before I was born.
Any help from anybody that may have known him or who could point me in the right direction would be greatly appreciated!!
My college mentor, Odus Keys Vick from Kentucky was a wireman with Hq Company, 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines on Iwo Jima. I would love to find information and photes.
My grandfather was KIA in March of 1945 at Iwo Jima. He was a PVT in the 5th Mar Div., USMC. I don't know hardly anything about him except that he was wounded and died three days later. If anyone knows anything or stories about him I would be greatly appreciated.
My Father was in the Marine's, and from reading about your history in the Marine's, you may have know him. His name is A. J. Stripling, he was fighting on ground in the GuadualCanal area.
Does anything ring a bell? Thanks you!!!
My grandfather Joseph Mathis fought on Iwo with the 4th Marine Div, 2nd Bn, 24th Marines, G company. I am looking for anyone who has any information about his company or photos. Thanks. I also have photos of my grandfather with Don Thatcher from the 5th Marine Div and also Robert Seymour 3rd Mar div, 9th Marines for anyone seeking information on these Marines. Thanks
To all the heroes that gave their lives so others may live and to all that we able to return to the states I salute you during this 2010 memorial day period.
Tell your Dad Thanks for his service and sacrafice. Maybe, just maybe, he remembers tending to my dads mortar shapnel wound to his left butt. Glen Shatto, Pvt 20 yo hit Iwo on 20 Feb WIA 21 Feb. Never got off the beach, shipped back to states and discharged. Semper Fi even to the Navy guy! ;)
Mr Lawson you fail to understand that the black man was sent there because he was American and he did fight to defend his country!You are living with your head in the sand when you say that racism doesnt exist. Although i have never been to war and hope never to but i cant imagine after reading both Flags of Our Fathers and Flyboys how much harder it would be to know that you were looked upon as a second class american and that there would be soldiers or marines watching your back with those ignorant thought and views. Your language also shows your ignorance and lack of respect for this forum.
I joined the Marine Corps on Oct. 14, 1941, after lieing about my age. I was 16 years old on September 16, 1941. Eight weeks later the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor and the Corps officials gave us five rounds of .30- caliber ammunition for our 1903 Springfield rifles and told us to guard the beach at San Diego Marine Coprs Base in case the Japs decided to invade the Mainland.
I served with the 2nd Marine division until the 3rd Marine Division was formed.I served in the wire section of A Battery, 1st Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment. We were transferred from Camp Elliot near San Diego and hiked to the newly formed Camp Pendleton about 20 or so miles away.
At that time there was one building a Pendleton so we lived in large tents until being shipped overseas to New Zealand.
From there we were shipped to Guadalcanal after the island was secured. From Guadalcanal we left to invade Bouganville, then back to Guadalcanal. After more training we went to standby reserves for the invasion of Saipan. After that the 3rd Marines Divison participated in the freedom of Guam.
After the second sweep of Guam I was given a 10-day pass to fly to Saipan to visit my older brother who was a radio man with Headquarters of 2nd Marine Division.
After building a camp on Guam, and additional training, we headed for Iwo Jima. My battery landed on Iwo on Feb. 23, 1945, three days after the initial assault and after the flag was hoisted on Mount Suribachi.
The Battery set up guns just before the airfield and I spent the first few days observing spotter planes taking off and called the battery to cease fire until the planes were airborne.
When the battery loot communications with the forward observers I was sent up to the front lines with a roll of combat wire and reestablished communications between the forward observers and our 75-milimeter cannon.
The company commander ordered me back to the battery.
Some of my best friends were John Webdell, R.E. Flynn and John Gudichessi.
I am now pushing 85 years of age and still part-time employed by our local newspaper.
I went to D.C. on April 20 ,2010 with Louisiana Honor air. I was proud to escort Roy Stewart Jr of my home town of Amite La. He and my dad ( deceased) were raised across the street from each other . Mr Stewart was on a machine gun crew 23rd Marines on Iwo Jima . I was able to get some photos of him by the Iwo Jima Memorial where the inscription says "uncommon valor was a common virtue" on the memorial . He is quite a southern gentleman and is a retired Pharmacist .
I went to D.C. on April 20 ,2010 with Louisiana Honor air. I was proud to escort Roy Stewart Jr of my home town of Amite La. He and my dad ( deceased) were raised across the street from each other . Mr Stewart was on a machine gun crew 23rd Marines on Iwo Jima . I was able to get some photos of him by the Iwp Jima Memorial where the inscription says "uncommon valor was a common virtue" on the memorial . He is quite a southern gentleman and is a retired Pharmacist .
I just returned from the 65th Reunion of Honor at Iwo Jima on 03 March 2010. The island sure has changed since 1945. I was there for about an hour and a half on D-Day before being evacuated to a hospital ship. After a 12 day recuperation on a hospital ship lying offshore, I was returned to my outfit (the 4th MarDiv) back on Iwo. You have some great pictures, many of which I hadn't seen before. After the war I became a staff artist with Leatherneck magazine and am now in the process of creating a history book featuring the six Marine Divisions in WWII and would like to discuss the possible use of some of your images with you. I can be reached at cbeveridge3406@charter.net. Again you have some great images on your website.
Good evening Don, I just read your post. First and foremost thank you and Semper Fi! I recently accompanied my grandfather who was a Marine on Iwo Jima with E Co 2/27 to the National WWII museum in New Orleans where he was part of a question/answer panel with another Iwo Jima veteran. The other man, SgtMaj. "Iron Mike" Mervosh, was a PltSgt. with Co. C 1/24. Last March I accompanied my grandfather to Iwo Jima and as a former Marine myself I was speechless for most of the day. I cannot believe I set foot on that island knowing what took place there. I am currently writing a book about the battle of Belleau Woods and am currently looking into another project which I believe has not been fully documented and told in its completion and that is the battle for control of the Meat Grinder that most of the 4th Division was involved in. If there was ever a single engagement that finally broke the Japanese back on that Island it was the meat grinder and as you well know the price for it was absolutely staggering. I really want to talk to our Marines who were there. If you would be willing to, I would really like to speak with you and learn more about your experiences there, you may email me at eco227@aol.com God bless and Semper Fi,
Kevin Seldon
Sgt. USMC '98-'05
My father lied about his age and joined the corps when he was 17 with his buddy Charles Crazy Thunder. They were both fresh off the Oglala Sioux Reservation at Pine Ridge, SD. He fought his way across the Pacific and turned 19 on March 8th on Iwo Jima. He was in the 27th FMF-PAC 5th Marine Division Tank Battalion as a LST operator. (He drove a truck as a teenager growing up on the reservation, so he got assigned as a driver.) His buddy Charles was unfortunately KIA on Iwo. When my Father passed away a few years back, I was going thru some of his things and there was a photo of him kneeling by a government issued headstone with Charles name on it, up at the Holy Rosary Mission Cemetery on Pine Ridge. The reason I am writing this, is that there is a gathering of 6 men of the 5th/28th Flag Raising Unit this weekend at the Strategic Air & Space Museum near Ashland, NE. I plan on being there to personally thank these guys for all that they did for our freedom, the way I couldn't thank my Father before he died. Everyone should take the opportunity to thank ANY Veteran, or any person in a military uniform, anytime you see one, for the sacrifices each one made for all of us.
I was born at Camp Lejeune, NC and my father & mother both, instilled in all their children, a sense of pride in their country. At times, I never really appreciated the sacrifices that were made that give me the freedoms I enjoy today. I feel that in this day and age when you see those freedoms being eroded by people in this country that do not understand the sacrifices made by the generations before us, It makes me angry and sad at the same time. Angry because the ideals, values & truths of the country our fathers & mothers helped make for us is fading fast and sad because everyday we lose more & more of those precious people that provided us with that freedom.
God Bless All Our Troops!
taps1959@cox.net
Does anyone have any information on a photographer on Iwo named Robert "Bob" Cook or Cooke. He operated in the 4th Division area and took four photos of my uncles LVT after it was hit on D+1. I have one of those photos, but would like to find the other 3.
I also have a collection of photos from Weapons Co 28th Marine. Photos were taken by a crew member of an M3 halftrack, call sign "TARHEEL", commanded by Henry Backlund, Silver Star. Film was stowed in the halftrack and retieved when unit returned to Hawaii. The only known fully operational M3 halftrack in existence was restored using those photos to resemble "TARHEEL". It can be seen in College Station, Texas.
Dear Mr Smith, I too have many memories of war albeit one 25 years later. These will stay in my family or until my children see fit to offer them to a museum. I would suggest you might also do the same. There are many historical museums that would certainly welcome those treasures of your fathers'. I know there are many that would love to have them for their personal collection. Offer them copies and recoup your costs. I salute you, R C Stewart
First of all I want to say thank you for not forgetting these special men. My dad was in the air force "night fighter division" but was at Iwo Jima. He never spoke of the war when I was growing up because he didn't want the devistation embedded in our minds. He is now 86 and still living in his home of 56 years. He is humble and gentle and to me a "hero". My sister has a wall in her home dedicated to him and his dad of WWI. Everytime I look at it, I am in awe of his modest demeanor of his service to our country. He has a deep admiration for those he served with and truly makes me proud to be an American.
My father was at Iwo Jimo. He often sopke of the two wars he had to fight. He was one of the many African Americans who by choise or not went to war for our country. They had to fight for equal rights and fight to survive the harsh battle grounds of Iwo. He is no longer living however it use to sadden me to hear him tell of the verbal and mental abuse he and other Black corpmen suffered from whites. I know this was during a time when racial prejudice was very much alive in the military and well as outside of the military. He did speak of a few White corpmen who made an effort to supported the Black troops and even come to their defence when being ridiculed by some Whites. I joined the Air Force right out of high school and really enjoyed the adventure! I met my spouse in Misawa Japan and we later married. We are still friends and partners (and married). I love history and just wanted to share this with you. May God Bless us all and yes I love my country you roc USA!
Thank you for the photo of Hill 382, The Meatgrinder, where my
Dad Captain F.Patrick Donlan lost his leg. My Dad became the CO of Easy Company briefly on March 2nd before his leg was blown off below the knee at two o'clock in the afternoon. His company died on that hill. More than 200 Marines from Easy Company that went up the Meatgrinder, Hill 382 were buried below Mt. Suribachi This picture is just like the description by Dad has always given. My Dad lost the rest of his leg to gas gangrene. He is still alive he just had his 90th birthday last month. He never forgot the men he served with on Iwo and the Marshall Islands and Mariana Islands and has prayed for their souls his whole life. He never forgot how they died.
Thank you for this display of Iwo. Your Dad and I never really got into his experiences as a Marine - just that he had served in combat as one. Your Mom made commented once that "he was a
good one, too." She was very proud of him, and I was too. Miss him and his humor.
Does anyone have any info on Wallace E. Morgan Jr. 5th MarDiv USMC. Thank You!
My name is Terri Webber, and I am searching for any information about my father-in-law. He died when my husband was only five (not due to the war), so we have almost no information except: his name was Howard L Webber (from Wisconsin) of Able Company, 24th Marines. He landed on Iwo-Jima and was wounded on 02/20/45. He was a BAR gunner, and after he was wounded he was discharged.
I am not sure how to even look for people that may have known him, or their decendants. Any help that you, or anyone can give is extremely appreciated. All the information we have has been collected from the internet. The only thing we have of him is his US Marine Corps ID Card. This is also the only photo we have of him. A roster picture that includes him would be an incredible find. My husband is desperate for information regarding his dad. Thank you so much.
Terri
I am trying to obtain a photograph or information pertaining to:
Corporal S. R. Blackburn. He may have had family in Malden MA. He was in the 4th Marine Division(3-L-25).
I know he was alive and well as of September 8, 1944.
Any help would be appreciated.
tr8r8d
My Dad, Leo Kullman Jr, was on IWO during the invasion in '45.he was in the 5th marine division.
My father served in the 4th Division of the USMC in WWII. I believe he was in the 4th Division, 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines, Company B. He was a member of a motor transport group. He left a scrapbook of sorts that contains snapshots of 110 members of Company B - all of them labeled with first and last names. He survived the war, and passed away in 1990. If you believe you have a family member in the same company, please contact me and I will tell you if I have a photo.
Looking for any information on my grandfather richard dean welch (dick). he was on iwa jima feb 27-march 5. third marine division. discharge papers show he was a rifleman, auto rifleman. any info, or photographs would be so greatly appreciated.
My uncle, Cpl. Emerico "Mickey" Caracciolo, was in the 5th Marine Division, HQ Battalion at Iwo Jima.
I know that he lost many friends at Iwo Jima during the battle there and many more over the past 66 years but I am curious to know if there is anyone that may have known or remember him. If so, please contact me at the above e-mail or here on this website.
Unfortunately, my uncle passed away on October 24, 2011, succumbing to Leukemia and a stroke.
He will always be a Marine, now and forever as all Marines are.
Semper Fi,
John Caracciolo
You have the places correctly! My dad was at all of those places and had a yearbook put out from them. I had forgotten about Roi Namur. I lived in Guam and Saipan from 1980-83. I found some of the tunnels in Saipan one day exploring with some high school athletes I took there from Guam in the summer of 1982. We lived in Garapan for the summer.
My dad was Harold Shaffer, Wood County Ohio (I went to high school in Bowling Green). He was in 4th Div, 25th Regiment, 3rd Battalion, L Company. My brother Tim was a marine in Desert Storm.
My dad was Harold O. Shaffer of L Company, 4th Division 25th Marine Regiment 3rd Battalion. He served at Kwajelein, Tinian, Saipan and Iwo Jima. His "foxhole" buddy was guy named DiCico from Aliquippa/Pittsburgh PA. The foxhole was a hole from an exploded shell since they coldn't dig in the black volcanic sand. he didn't want to talk about his experiences though he did a little with my Marine brother Tim who served in Desert Storm in Iraq and Kuwait. We would love to hear from anyone in his outfit, see pictures, share stories. Today (11/11/11) is Veterans' Day 2011 and yesterday was the USMC 236th birthday. Thank you! to you if you served our country.
My father was in the 4th Marines, 3rd Batallion, 24th regiment..not sure which company..i think he said L? His name is Eugene Joseph Rychlinski. He was in the second wave, but this is all he would tell me. When I asked if he would/could share any of his experience on Iwo, he said he 'couldn't'. He said that he had nightmares for a long time, which I can understand. I don't want to make him bring up any painful memories, but I'm hoping someone knew/remembers him. He was fm Milwaukee, Wi., was 17 when he joined up. I never even knew he was at Iwo, until about five years ago, and I don't remember how we got on the subject. I've watched some Iwo movies, and from that time on, I make it a point to thank my Dad for his service to his country. He is still active in the Marine Corp League in Hammond, La. He was 84 this August. I would be grateful for any information/memories anyone could share.
With gratitude for all who sacrificed all for us!
Teresa Cobbler
Winston-Salem, N.C.
Semper Fi
save to peace
Those were all battles fought by the 4th Marine Division. I think it would be safe to say that he was with them.
Jed (former 4th Marine Division)
I'm looking for anyone who knew Ed Poole from Maine. He was in the 4th operating a flamethrower on Iwo.
My father James Robert Hicks was with first battalion 24th marines 4th marine division at Iwo Jima.He died when I was young. I would appreciate any information about his contribution to the war effort.
Do you have any pictures of the marines at church service on Iwo Jima. My dad was pictured years ago in a book. Marines in the pacific or Marines on Iwo Jima. If you could please some photo's.
my great grandfathers served in world war two, one was in europe and was shot multiple times, until he died of his wounds, and my other grandfather was a marine on okinawa as an ammo carrier. Since hearing this I have wanted t obe a marine and give back to all those who have served. Thanks for you sacrifice to your country and your men,
my dad was with the 3rd 21marines,company B, he was at Bogainsville , Guam, and Iwo. I have many pics, would love to show you some time. He died in 2004. We miss him. (rainsun51@yahoo.com.
Hello! I saw your post about your boyfriend's dad who served on the Otterstetter. I am doing research on the Otto as the ship is named after my great-Uncle, Carl Otterstetter, after his sacrifice at Pearl Harbor. If you or your boyfriend have any stories to share, that would be great, as I'm working on a novel about the brave men who served on the Otterstetter (DE-244). Thanks! Deborah Hayes
Dear Brian:
My Uncle was Robert Seymour who you mention in your post about Joseph Mathis.
My aunt is still living and would be thrilled to have a copy of the photos you have.
Can you scan and email to me?
MY DAD EMERSON BANKS FROM CORTLAND NY WAS A MARINE CORPSMAN IN THE 4TH MARINE DIVISION. HE WAS ON IWO.
Dear Roger Smith, Are you a former USMC member who was stationed at Camp LeJeune summer of 1976 and also worked as a life guard, later to be stationed in Japan?
My father-in-law, Arthur Virgil Pace, was with the 5th division that was the second wave to hit the beach at Iwo Jima. He was wounded and fought for 35 days on Iwo. He is of course retired and living with his bride of some 60+ years in Kerrville, Texas. In the last few years he has begun to talk about the experience and has some wonderful stories. If anyone remembers him or has questions, pleased feel free to email me at lynnbelitz@verizon.net and i will relay to him.
Regards and thanks to all who serve,
Lynn
dis iz really sad but its part of the reason amerca iz wat it iz today
my boyfriends father was on the otterstetter and hit Iwo in september of 45. he passed on in november last year at the age of 88. when he was in sanfran after leaving pearl all his possessions were stolen so there are no pics. any you could share would be greatly appreciated.
kobfamily@hotmail.com
Mr. Wilson,
I wish I had found this website last year when you posted about your service in the 3rd Marine Div., specifically the 12th. I have a great uncle you may have known, his name was Frank Hartley. He was an artillaryman in the 12th. He would have stood out from the average enlisted Marine as he was in his early 30's. My father, his nephew, Cpl. Ray E. Underwood was also in the 3rd. He was a rifleman in Co. K. 3/21st. They were close and decided to join the Marines together and were luckily assigned to the same div. If you have anything about Frank, my brothers and I would appreciate any information you could provide.
Thank you.
Tim
Semper Fi!
Praise the soldiers who fought that war!
If you still have these photos, I would certainly like them. My father served on Iwo Jima and is now deceased. We have located 2 photos of him; 1 is actually in the credits that roll at the end of the movie Flags of our Fathers.
Regards,
Kelly Rowan
Great site, pictures and comments!
My dad, John Barker from Massachusetts, served on Iwo as part of CASU 52. He landed on March 3, 1945 and left in Feb 1946. Part of his job was to drive a fuel truck around filling the planes as well as repairing aircraft engines.
Looking for anyone with history of CASU 52!
I myself can't image what it must have been like and after seeing the pictures understand why my dad never talked about Iwo until he reached 85! Thanks Dad!
Nice photos. Are these photos in the public domain? I write a newspaper column and would love to use one or two if possible. Thank you
Dad came home from the "Big One" with 2 Purple Hearts. It was something he would never talk about. All we knew for sure was that he wanted to be buried in his uniform. I never thought to tell him "thank you". please, thank a Veteran every chance you get. Vets don't forget. "The land of the free because of the brave."
My father was on iwo jima in the 5th division "a" company 5th pioneers. I have the complete list of everyone in the 5th. Can u give me more info.
My dad is 86 he was involved in the last banzi 5:00am 26,March
Howard Bernstein
My father was in the 4th Marine Div during the Pacific tour of WWII. does anyone remember Elmer Luitjens from Minnesota?? thanks very much
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Pat Donlan in 1994. His son and I both got "downsized" out of IBM that year and went job hunting in Scranton, Pa where Mr. Donlan lives.
What an honor to meet him. What struck me most about him was that he had the same general facial features as my father: big Irish ears, a stern face, and eyes that could melt steel with a look!
My great grandpa was a marine and served in world war one and world war two.Can you send me picture of iwo jima.I'm a junior marine I'm ten.
sincerely,
Brian Semper FI
PLEASE HELP WITH THIS QUESTION????????????????????????????
I have been trying to figure this out. Did all the Marines of the 4th Marine Division, that fought in Iwo Jima, depart at the same time from San Diego? I'm concerned about the 4th Marines Division, From San Diego, CA:
I read that all the 4th Marine Div. Departed San Diego, got to Hawii,, then shipped To the Following Battles:
1) Roi–Namur Assault 31 January–8 February 1944 (Operation FLINTLOCK)Kwagwlian Island or Marshall Islands. From there: To:
2) Capture and Occupation of Saipan 15 June–24 July 1944 (Operation FORAGER) From here, To:
3) Capture and Occupation of Tinian 24 July–7 August 1944
(Operation FORAGER) From Here, To:
4) Assault and Occupation of Iwo Jima 19 February–26 March 1945
(Operation DETACHMENT)
To anyone: Would it be fair to say, that My Uncle Joseph Frederick Ferguson\, Pvt, USMCR, KIA on Iwo Jima on 12 March 1945, Served with 4th Marine Division thru all these battles, until his Death??????Can anyone help me with this Question?
Dear Sir,
My grandfather PFC Max Hood was there on Iwo Jima in the 23rd Marine 4th division E company. He told me that he landed on Yellow Beach 2 on 19 Feb 1945. He was wounded on day 11 on Signal Hill or I think that was Hill 382. He did not tell me much and I have been searching for answers for many years. He passed away several years ago and I have worn his dog tag to this day. I hope you are doing well Sir and I thank you for your service to our country. I pray you might have knowledge of my grandfather.
Thank you,
Ted
Looking at this was unbelieving. Thank you so much
Dear Sir,
My grandfather Perry Webster Carter fought in this battle. He spoke very little of the events and specifics that went on during that battle ( which I am sure was probably the same for alot of others that seen battles fought ). However he was one of the Marines that did live and return to his family. His cousin that enlisted with him did not.
The one thing I do know is that he was there at the raising of the Flag.
Does anyone remember my grandfather Perry Carter?
He has been gone about 10 years now and I carry him with me in mind and heart.
Penny Ragan
Sir,
My uncle Pvt Joseph Frederick Ferguson, was killed on Iwo Jima on 12 March 1945. Does anyone remember him?
I am interested in more pictures of Iwo Jima. I would be interested in Close up pictures of the Graves in the Cemetary on Iwo Jima. It would be nice to have a picture of my uncle's Grave on Iwo Jima.
Thank you
Scott,
I wish we had more men of your fathers caliber in our society today. God bless him and the Corps.
my father aurendel richardson was a tank driver on iwo.he won a silver star.he passed away on saturday sept 11 2010.he was very proud to serve his country.scott richardson
All gave some, some gave all.
Looking for information about a family member who fell July 27, 1944, we believe in the battle for Marshall Island - USMCR Pvt. Louis I. Slep. I am looking for information on what regiment he was in, how he fell, and what type of person he was.
Thank you.
Hello
I was reading your entry about your service in the 2nd Marine Division, WW11. You mentioned visiting your brother who was a radio man. My dad served with the 2nd Division and worked in radio communications. His name was Bill Harris - William C. Harris. He died in 1976 from a massive heart attack. I am wondering if you may have been acquainted with him because of the communications connection. I hope you don't mind me sending this message and asking. I have all his discharge documents and have traced his service. As he died when I was 14, I never had the opportunity to know much about his service. I know he had malaria at one point, as I understand now that many of the soldiers experienced this. If you don't mind, please let me know if you happen to know of him. Thank you for your service and your post. Kind regards, Rebecca (Harris) MacBride - beckspapergarden@sympatico.ca
Looking for any one who may have knowledge of PFC Teddy Chism, 23 Marines, KIA on Iwo Jima. His son never met him & I'm trying to help him acquire knowledge or POC.
Thanks to all that serve & thanks for the pix
My grandfather Charles L. Biringer fought on Iwo Jima. He was a Technical Seargent in the Marine Corps. He was born in 1927 and passed away in 1976 when I was just 3 years old. He lied about his age to join the Corps and the war effort, and he saw action on Iwo when he was just 17 years old. He also fought in Korea at the Chosoin Reservoir. If anyone served with him, or remembers him please let me know. Minus teh few memories I have in my three years of knowing him, my father has supplied the rest of the stories.
B.J. Biringer
Hello Honored Veterans,
We thank you for your service and sacrifices to keep us free!
I have started a website about the Iwo Jima Survivors. It is www.sosiwojima.com. We would invite any of you who have photos of your time served on Iwo Jima to add a digital copy to our website. It is best to add it to our Facebook site accessible from our Home page. You can include any stories or comments.
Thank you very much and Semper Fidelis.
Hello all and Semper Fi!!
I am trying to find out some information about my grandfather, William "Wild Bill" Wirt Connelly. I am having trouble finding with what unit he served and what campaigns he fought. He was born in 1925 and from Alberta, VA and he served as a corpsman with the Marines in at least 3 campaigns during the War. I have his dogtags, battle ribbons and medals and his Pacific Campaign ribbon holds 2 stars, however I have no official records. I know that he landed on Iwo Jima on February 19th and was wounded on February 28th with what I have been told was a sniper's bullet that entered his neck and exited his mouth.
He went on to become a Major League Baseball pitcher and played from 1945-1958. He died on Thanksgiving Day in 1980, 2 1/2 years before I was born.
Any help from anybody that may have known him or who could point me in the right direction would be greatly appreciated!!
-Robert
My friends father fought on Iwo,he operated a flamethrower his name was Russell Garich anyone know him?
My college mentor, Odus Keys Vick from Kentucky was a wireman with Hq Company, 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines on Iwo Jima. I would love to find information and photes.
My grandfather was KIA in March of 1945 at Iwo Jima. He was a PVT in the 5th Mar Div., USMC. I don't know hardly anything about him except that he was wounded and died three days later. If anyone knows anything or stories about him I would be greatly appreciated.
Jennifer
semper fi mack.
My father, Marcelo Lizarraga, joined the USMC from Calexico CA,did his boot camp at nearby Camp Pendleton, CA. Anybody remember him?
Dear Sir,
My Father was in the Marine's, and from reading about your history in the Marine's, you may have know him. His name is A. J. Stripling, he was fighting on ground in the GuadualCanal area.
Does anything ring a bell? Thanks you!!!
My grandfather Joseph Mathis fought on Iwo with the 4th Marine Div, 2nd Bn, 24th Marines, G company. I am looking for anyone who has any information about his company or photos. Thanks. I also have photos of my grandfather with Don Thatcher from the 5th Marine Div and also Robert Seymour 3rd Mar div, 9th Marines for anyone seeking information on these Marines. Thanks
To all the heroes that gave their lives so others may live and to all that we able to return to the states I salute you during this 2010 memorial day period.
Semper Fi.
Tell your Dad Thanks for his service and sacrafice. Maybe, just maybe, he remembers tending to my dads mortar shapnel wound to his left butt. Glen Shatto, Pvt 20 yo hit Iwo on 20 Feb WIA 21 Feb. Never got off the beach, shipped back to states and discharged. Semper Fi even to the Navy guy! ;)
Excellent pictures. My father was a corpsman with the 28th Regiment. He's 91.
Mr Lawson you fail to understand that the black man was sent there because he was American and he did fight to defend his country!You are living with your head in the sand when you say that racism doesnt exist. Although i have never been to war and hope never to but i cant imagine after reading both Flags of Our Fathers and Flyboys how much harder it would be to know that you were looked upon as a second class american and that there would be soldiers or marines watching your back with those ignorant thought and views. Your language also shows your ignorance and lack of respect for this forum.
I joined the Marine Corps on Oct. 14, 1941, after lieing about my age. I was 16 years old on September 16, 1941. Eight weeks later the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor and the Corps officials gave us five rounds of .30- caliber ammunition for our 1903 Springfield rifles and told us to guard the beach at San Diego Marine Coprs Base in case the Japs decided to invade the Mainland.
I served with the 2nd Marine division until the 3rd Marine Division was formed.I served in the wire section of A Battery, 1st Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment. We were transferred from Camp Elliot near San Diego and hiked to the newly formed Camp Pendleton about 20 or so miles away.
At that time there was one building a Pendleton so we lived in large tents until being shipped overseas to New Zealand.
From there we were shipped to Guadalcanal after the island was secured. From Guadalcanal we left to invade Bouganville, then back to Guadalcanal. After more training we went to standby reserves for the invasion of Saipan. After that the 3rd Marines Divison participated in the freedom of Guam.
After the second sweep of Guam I was given a 10-day pass to fly to Saipan to visit my older brother who was a radio man with Headquarters of 2nd Marine Division.
After building a camp on Guam, and additional training, we headed for Iwo Jima. My battery landed on Iwo on Feb. 23, 1945, three days after the initial assault and after the flag was hoisted on Mount Suribachi.
The Battery set up guns just before the airfield and I spent the first few days observing spotter planes taking off and called the battery to cease fire until the planes were airborne.
When the battery loot communications with the forward observers I was sent up to the front lines with a roll of combat wire and reestablished communications between the forward observers and our 75-milimeter cannon.
The company commander ordered me back to the battery.
Some of my best friends were John Webdell, R.E. Flynn and John Gudichessi.
I am now pushing 85 years of age and still part-time employed by our local newspaper.
I went to D.C. on April 20 ,2010 with Louisiana Honor air. I was proud to escort Roy Stewart Jr of my home town of Amite La. He and my dad ( deceased) were raised across the street from each other . Mr Stewart was on a machine gun crew 23rd Marines on Iwo Jima . I was able to get some photos of him by the Iwo Jima Memorial where the inscription says "uncommon valor was a common virtue" on the memorial . He is quite a southern gentleman and is a retired Pharmacist .
I went to D.C. on April 20 ,2010 with Louisiana Honor air. I was proud to escort Roy Stewart Jr of my home town of Amite La. He and my dad ( deceased) were raised across the street from each other . Mr Stewart was on a machine gun crew 23rd Marines on Iwo Jima . I was able to get some photos of him by the Iwp Jima Memorial where the inscription says "uncommon valor was a common virtue" on the memorial . He is quite a southern gentleman and is a retired Pharmacist .
Douglas —
I just returned from the 65th Reunion of Honor at Iwo Jima on 03 March 2010. The island sure has changed since 1945. I was there for about an hour and a half on D-Day before being evacuated to a hospital ship. After a 12 day recuperation on a hospital ship lying offshore, I was returned to my outfit (the 4th MarDiv) back on Iwo. You have some great pictures, many of which I hadn't seen before. After the war I became a staff artist with Leatherneck magazine and am now in the process of creating a history book featuring the six Marine Divisions in WWII and would like to discuss the possible use of some of your images with you. I can be reached at cbeveridge3406@charter.net. Again you have some great images on your website.
Chuck
Good evening Don, I just read your post. First and foremost thank you and Semper Fi! I recently accompanied my grandfather who was a Marine on Iwo Jima with E Co 2/27 to the National WWII museum in New Orleans where he was part of a question/answer panel with another Iwo Jima veteran. The other man, SgtMaj. "Iron Mike" Mervosh, was a PltSgt. with Co. C 1/24. Last March I accompanied my grandfather to Iwo Jima and as a former Marine myself I was speechless for most of the day. I cannot believe I set foot on that island knowing what took place there. I am currently writing a book about the battle of Belleau Woods and am currently looking into another project which I believe has not been fully documented and told in its completion and that is the battle for control of the Meat Grinder that most of the 4th Division was involved in. If there was ever a single engagement that finally broke the Japanese back on that Island it was the meat grinder and as you well know the price for it was absolutely staggering. I really want to talk to our Marines who were there. If you would be willing to, I would really like to speak with you and learn more about your experiences there, you may email me at eco227@aol.com God bless and Semper Fi,
Kevin Seldon
Sgt. USMC '98-'05
My father lied about his age and joined the corps when he was 17 with his buddy Charles Crazy Thunder. They were both fresh off the Oglala Sioux Reservation at Pine Ridge, SD. He fought his way across the Pacific and turned 19 on March 8th on Iwo Jima. He was in the 27th FMF-PAC 5th Marine Division Tank Battalion as a LST operator. (He drove a truck as a teenager growing up on the reservation, so he got assigned as a driver.) His buddy Charles was unfortunately KIA on Iwo. When my Father passed away a few years back, I was going thru some of his things and there was a photo of him kneeling by a government issued headstone with Charles name on it, up at the Holy Rosary Mission Cemetery on Pine Ridge. The reason I am writing this, is that there is a gathering of 6 men of the 5th/28th Flag Raising Unit this weekend at the Strategic Air & Space Museum near Ashland, NE. I plan on being there to personally thank these guys for all that they did for our freedom, the way I couldn't thank my Father before he died. Everyone should take the opportunity to thank ANY Veteran, or any person in a military uniform, anytime you see one, for the sacrifices each one made for all of us.
I was born at Camp Lejeune, NC and my father & mother both, instilled in all their children, a sense of pride in their country. At times, I never really appreciated the sacrifices that were made that give me the freedoms I enjoy today. I feel that in this day and age when you see those freedoms being eroded by people in this country that do not understand the sacrifices made by the generations before us, It makes me angry and sad at the same time. Angry because the ideals, values & truths of the country our fathers & mothers helped make for us is fading fast and sad because everyday we lose more & more of those precious people that provided us with that freedom.
God Bless All Our Troops!
taps1959@cox.net
Does anyone know anything about Charles Rios.
He died in Iwo Jima in 1945. He is my uncle and I would like to find out more about him. Thanks.
My Uncle Hulan Brooks Hicks USMC was killed in action 1945 Iwo Jima...
Does anyone have any information on a photographer on Iwo named Robert "Bob" Cook or Cooke. He operated in the 4th Division area and took four photos of my uncles LVT after it was hit on D+1. I have one of those photos, but would like to find the other 3.
I also have a collection of photos from Weapons Co 28th Marine. Photos were taken by a crew member of an M3 halftrack, call sign "TARHEEL", commanded by Henry Backlund, Silver Star. Film was stowed in the halftrack and retieved when unit returned to Hawaii. The only known fully operational M3 halftrack in existence was restored using those photos to resemble "TARHEEL". It can be seen in College Station, Texas.
Dear Mr Smith, I too have many memories of war albeit one 25 years later. These will stay in my family or until my children see fit to offer them to a museum. I would suggest you might also do the same. There are many historical museums that would certainly welcome those treasures of your fathers'. I know there are many that would love to have them for their personal collection. Offer them copies and recoup your costs. I salute you, R C Stewart
I really like to see them. My dad was on samar in the phillipines
First of all I want to say thank you for not forgetting these special men. My dad was in the air force "night fighter division" but was at Iwo Jima. He never spoke of the war when I was growing up because he didn't want the devistation embedded in our minds. He is now 86 and still living in his home of 56 years. He is humble and gentle and to me a "hero". My sister has a wall in her home dedicated to him and his dad of WWI. Everytime I look at it, I am in awe of his modest demeanor of his service to our country. He has a deep admiration for those he served with and truly makes me proud to be an American.
If you still have the photos I would be interested in them. Please let me know. Skip Young
Honor those who didnt make it home.
SEMPER FI!!!!!!!!!
Hello, I have 17 original Iwo Jima pictures of (as written on the back) "dead japs".
pictures show US soldiers and the dead.
If anyone is interested in these I can arrange to have them sent. They were taken by my step grandfather just after the battle.
Roger
Semper Fi!
I was in the 4th Division 23rd Marines on Iwo Jima and I remember Hill 382.
God only knows why, Captain, but I walked off of Iwo without getting hit while so many were killed or like you were severely wounded.
Congratulations on your 90th.
My father was at Iwo Jimo. He often sopke of the two wars he had to fight. He was one of the many African Americans who by choise or not went to war for our country. They had to fight for equal rights and fight to survive the harsh battle grounds of Iwo. He is no longer living however it use to sadden me to hear him tell of the verbal and mental abuse he and other Black corpmen suffered from whites. I know this was during a time when racial prejudice was very much alive in the military and well as outside of the military. He did speak of a few White corpmen who made an effort to supported the Black troops and even come to their defence when being ridiculed by some Whites. I joined the Air Force right out of high school and really enjoyed the adventure! I met my spouse in Misawa Japan and we later married. We are still friends and partners (and married). I love history and just wanted to share this with you. May God Bless us all and yes I love my country you roc USA!
I have a few pictures of my Dad on Iwo Jima. He was in the Navy and they are along the beach. They were taken I assume after the fighting was done.
Could you tell us about Eugene Joseph Adams whose corpsman raised the flag on Iwo Jima . He is my father in law. Thank You!
Douglas
Thank- You for the well taken pictures...
Thank you for the photo of Hill 382, The Meatgrinder, where my
Dad Captain F.Patrick Donlan lost his leg. My Dad became the CO of Easy Company briefly on March 2nd before his leg was blown off below the knee at two o'clock in the afternoon. His company died on that hill. More than 200 Marines from Easy Company that went up the Meatgrinder, Hill 382 were buried below Mt. Suribachi This picture is just like the description by Dad has always given. My Dad lost the rest of his leg to gas gangrene. He is still alive he just had his 90th birthday last month. He never forgot the men he served with on Iwo and the Marshall Islands and Mariana Islands and has prayed for their souls his whole life. He never forgot how they died.
Douglas
Thank you for this display of Iwo. Your Dad and I never really got into his experiences as a Marine - just that he had served in combat as one. Your Mom made commented once that "he was a
good one, too." She was very proud of him, and I was too. Miss him and his humor.
Bob