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Vietnam Veterans of America – Dover Chapter #850



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Vietnam Veterans of America – Dover Chapter #850. Gary married Nannette “PeachesJeffries and from this union, two children were born, Donna and Gary, Jr. They raised their children in East Orange, New Jersey and later moved to Plainfield, New Jersey. Gary upon finishing his tour in the Marine Corps, worked for Public Service, which later became New Jersey Transit. There he held various positions in the company for thirty years. He retired in 1997 from a managerial position. Gary in 1997 lost his beloved wife, Nannette “Peaches” and moved to Delaware. His children and grandchildren were very special to him and he enjoyed spending time with them, watching them grow and developing into adults with warm and loving personalities. Gary joined Eighth Street Baptist Church where he met and married Joy (née Smith) Lomax. Together they enjoyed many adventures, traveling the globe from North and South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, India and the Caribbean. They enjoyed little things and big things together making this union special for both. Gary loved art and music and had a special passion for jazz. He played the bass fiddle and keyboard. He exposed his family and friends, from the oldest to the youngest, of his love for music. Gary was predeceased in death by his father and mother, Thomas and Cora Hansford; first wife, Nannette “Peaches” and brother, Steven. Gary is survived by his loving wife, Joy Hansford; daughter, Donna Hansford Jervey; son, Gary Hansford, Jr. (Shamekia); five grandchildren, Nikiya Williams (Nate), Jerald Bell, Jr. (Fama); Leah Hansford, Qu`ran Hansford and Lauryn Hansford; eight great-grandchildren, an uncle, Curtis Edwards (Gwen); father and mother in-law, Everett and Lena Brown and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services were held at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 11, 2017 at the Canaan Baptist Church, 3011 New Castle Avenue, New Castle, Delaware. Viewing hours were from 9:00 to 11:00 AM.

RONALD LAWRENCE “Ron” HANSON – Died Friday, September 8, 2017 in North Dakota at the time of his death. He was 69 years of age. He was born on October 23, 1947. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Carson City (Nevada) Chapter #388. A memorial service was held on Saturday, August 23, 2017 at 2:00 PM at the Lesje Lutheran Church near Souris, North Dakota.

JESSE RONALD HARLIN – Died Thursday, December 15, 2015 in Ten Mile, Tennessee at the age of 75. The cause of death was congestive heart failure. He was born in Gamaliel, Kentucky on May 20, 1940. He served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Chattanooga Chapter #203.

charles a. heller obituary CHARLES A. “Chuck” “Sarge” HELLER (USA, SFC-Ret.) - Died Friday, August 25, 2017 in Seville, Ohio at the age of 76. The cause of death was a heart attack. He was born in Wadsworth, Ohio on October 11, 1940 to the late Leland and Edith Heller and lived most of his life there until moving to Seville. He served in the United States Army during the early years of the Vietnam War. He later joined the Ohio Army National guard from which he retired in 1993 as a Sergeant First Class. Among his many awards he received The Army Meritorious Service Medal and the Humanitarian Medal. Mr. Heller was a life member of American Legion Post #170 where he was Post Commander for five years and he was a Past Fifth District Commander of The American Legion being the only member from Wadsworth and Medina County to hold that high office. He served as the current Buckeye Boys State President, 5th District (Ohio) Legionnaire of the Year Committee Chairman, Wadsworth Legion Post #170 Adjunct, and Medina VFW Post #1537 Commander. He also held previous offices 5th District (Ohio) Past Commander, Medina Past County Commander. He was also a life member of Medina VFW Post #5137, DAV Chapter #72 and member and Past President of Vietnam Veterans of America – Medina Chapter #385, a member of Voiture #468 of the 40/8, The First Cleveland Cavalry Association and the T.R.E.A. Chapter #111. He had been on the advisory committee at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery since its inception. Mr. Heller was preceded in death by his parents, Leland and Edith Heller; brother, Raymond and sister, Darlene Burrows. Chuck is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Nancy of Wadsworth, David and Heather of Hudson; six grandchildren, Jessica (Jaaron) Alba, Justin, Julia, Joshua, Andrew and Courtney; along with numerous nieces, nephews and his dear friend, Karen Drake. The family received friends from 1:00 to 3:00 PM and from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday at the Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 North Lyman Street, Wadsworth, where funeral services were conducted at 10:30 AM on Thursday. Interment with full military honors was at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Ohio Buckeye Boys State or the Veterans Charity of the donor's choice.

https://s3.amazonaws.com/cfsv2/obituaries/photos/3518/234535/5984bf2eb7955.jpgJOHN JAMES HENNESSEY (USA, CPT-Ret.) - Died Thursday, August 3, 2017 at his home in Smyrna, Delaware at the age of 68, surrounded by his loving family. The cause of death was Agent Orange-related cancer. He was born in Ludwigsburg, Germany on March 30, 1949 to the late CWO Joseph J. Hennessey and Lore (née Guttenstein) Hennessey Evans of Salisbury, North Carolina. Coming to Delaware in 1956 he attended schools in Milford, Caesar Rodney and graduating from Felton High school. After high school John’s long life of service to his country, state and community began when he joined the United State Army in 1967 entering the 101st Airborne Division. After hundreds of successful jumps, he was deployed to serve a term in Vietnam where he earned the rank of Sergeant (E-5) and received many citations for his service including the Purple Heart. Upon his return to Delaware he attended Delaware Technical Community College and earned a degree in Criminal Justice and the entered the Police Academy for training in law enforcement. In the 1970s, he was the Chief of Police of North Bowers Beach after which he transferred to the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control in the Fish & Wildlife Division. He served the State of DE for 30 years in his capacity as an enforcement officer attaining the rank of Captain. During that time, he met and married the love of his life Joyce Carrow; also a Fish & Wildlife Enforcement Officer and they had the privilege of working side by side for most of their careers. John achieved much in his life, however, he would readily tell you that his greatest achievement and the one he was most proud of came at the birth of his twin daughters Lindsey and Leslie Hennessey whom he loved more than life itself and was always an excellent father, mentor and friend to his girls. As part of his Fish & Wildlife training John became an expert Diver and was invited to many states in the U.S. teaching First Responders the most important aspects of water rescues. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and he and Joyce often hunted together. He was an excellent shot often competing in the Governors Twenty tournaments. He was an active member of his community and served in many organizations to include past Master of the Masonic Lodge 13 of Smyrna, past President of F.O.P. Lodge 3 of Kitts Hummock, life member of the North Bowers Beach Fire Dept., and a member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Dover Chapter #850. He was a good friend to and loved by the Amish Community where he served as a driver for them to many parts of the country for Weddings, Funerals, and Hunting and Fishing trips. John was a generous soul with his time and treasure to all who knew him. He always had a smile, a handshake or hug, and most often a great funny story to tell. He was an avid prankster and loved making people laugh. He was a great example of a gentleman and an inspiration to all he encountered in his life. John was predeceased by his father, CWO Joseph J. Hennessey; his beloved mother-in-law Mildred Carrow; his beloved nephew David Pritchett; his youngest brother Mark Hennessey; his niece Deborah Carrow, and; his sister-in-law, Sharon Carrow. In addition to his mother, John is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Hennessey; his daughters who were everything to him, Lindsey and Leslie Hennessey and their significant others Eddie Thurau and Christine Williams; his father-in-law, Harvey Carrow; his sister and brother-in-law, Rose Hennessey Pritchett and her husband Robert; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim (Siglinda) and Brian (Marsha) Hennessey; sisters-in-law, Deborah Hennessey and Charlene Carrow Hurd; brothers-in-law, Harvey Carrow and Roger A. (Bertha May) Carrow, and; as Carrow family nephews, Bobby, Billy, Eric, Dale, and Ron and nieces Joyce Lynn, Patty, Tammy, Shannon, Alicia, and; Hennessey family nephews, Stephan, Christopher, Joshua, Michael, Christopher, Jeremy, Mark, Michael, and Richard and Pritchett family nephews; Marvin and Bobby as well as grandnieces Patricia Pritchett Erickson, Samantha, and a grandnephew David Pritchett. John loved all of his family very much and enjoyed his many friendships. He very often said, “He was blessed and that he had a wonderful life and enjoyed it all.”  We would be remiss if we did not acknowledge the wonderful end of life care given to him by Delaware Hospice and his nurse Marianne and Ashley. Funeral Services were entrusted to the care of Faries Funeral Home, 29 South Main Street Smyrna, DE. A viewing was held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, August 9th. The funeral service was at 1:00 PM and it was officiated by Thomas J. Protack. Interment with military honors was at the Odd Fellows Cemetery in Smyrna DE. Condolence letters may be sent by visiting www.fariesfuneralhome.com.

DONALD L. HENRY – Died recently in 2017 in the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings, Louisiana at the age of 76. The cause of death is unknown. He was born on August 21, 1940. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a Permanently Hospitalized Veteran Member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Jennings Chapter #1058.




http://kygers.com/sitemaker/memsol_data/1988/2005071/2005071_profile_pic.jpg DONALD EDWARD “Don” HESS - Died Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at home in Massanutten, Virginia at the age of 85.  The cause of death is unknown. He was born on June 7, 1932 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to the late Homer and Vesta (née Blue) Hess. He was also predeceased by his brothers, Fred Hess and wife, Irma; James Hess and wife, Faye; and sister-in law, Judith Hess (married to Cecil).  Surviving family members include his wife, Pauline (née Hymer) Hess; daughter, Cynthia Hess Gray and husband, James Hoard of Charlotte, NC; son, Kenneth William Hess and wife,  Hope Rebecca of Massanutten; stepchildren, Diana Lynn Littlehawk of Topeka, KS., Susan Michele Glasgow of Wichita, KS., Gerald Lee "Jerry" Hymer and wife, Martha of Galesburg, MI., Kimberly Ann Hymer and Connie Jo Myers of Wichita, KS.; brother, Cecil D. Hess of Sebring FL,; sisters, Carol Jean Imler and husband, Glenn of Roaring Springs, PA,; Joetta Hess Rager and husband, Ralph of Johnstown, PA.; Margery Hess Starr and husband, Norman of Champaign IL; Marilyn Hess Doney of Hickory, NC.; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Don served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1975 retiring as a CW4. He served in Personnel assignments at every level of the Army from Battalion, Post level, Department of the Army and Department of Defense culminating a successful career in the White House Communications Agency. He retired from active duty and founded the U.S. Army Warrant Officers Association (USAWOA) and retired as President Emeritus of the Association. After his retirement, he was active in leadership roles with the Military Officers Association of America and serve for six years as the first warrant officer to serve on the National Board of the 350,000 members. He was selected to serve a four-year term with the Army Chief of Staff Retiree Council and called to active duty each year to help prepare the CSA report to retirees Army-wide. He was named the First Honorary Warrant Officer of the Adjutant General Corps. He was also recognized at the Warrant Officer (WO) Career College with the naming of a class room in his honor. He was also the 3rd recipient of the prestigious WO Eagle Rising Society organized by the WO Career College. Upon moving to Massanutten, Don became a charter member of the newly formed Mountain View Church of the Brethren. He was involved in many duties including moderator. He was a valued member of the McGaheysville Ruritan Club preparing the Club Newsletter, chairman of the membership committee, and past president. He served his country on active duty and then continued to serve accumulating over 60 years of service to the military and veterans community. He joined the newly formed local chapter and Life Member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Bridgewater Chapter #1061 and served as newsletter editor for four years. He also became a member of the local chapter of the Military Officers Association and became involved serving through the years as president, newsletter and other chapter activities including presenting awards to JMU, Harrisonburg and Fishburne ROTC units and preparing the chapter newsletter. A Memorial Service was held at the Mountain View Fellowship Church of the Brethren on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at 2:00 PM with reception immediately following. Interment was held at the Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Mountain View Fellowship at 8601 McGaheysville Road, McGaheysville, VA 22840 or to USAWOA Scholarship Fund at 742 Herndon Parkway #207, Herndon VA 20170.

http://www.johnsonfuneralhome.net/sitemaker/memsol_data/1921/2003962/2003962_profile_pic.jpgWILLIAM ROBERT “Bobby” “Sarge” HILL - Died at 10:21 PM on Thursday, August 31, 2017 in his brother’s residence in Livingston, Texas at the age of 67. He was a resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana. The cause of death is unknown. He was born on January 5, 1950 in Tarrant County, Texas and was a 1968 graduate of LaGrange Senior High School. He retired from the United States Marine Corps after sixteen years of dedicated service. Following his military retirement, he worked for Pelican Refinery for a number of years. He was former Commandant of the Lake Charles Marine Corps League Detachment #535, honoring many of his fallen brothers throughout the years. He was also a Life Member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Lake Charles Chapter #1098, the VFW Post #2130, and the American Legion Post #1. He loved to ride motorcycles and was a member of the Fallen Hero’s Motorcycle Association, Maverick’s M.C. and the Gray Ghosts M.C. He is survived by his brother, Charles Wayne “Gator” Hill and companion Carmen Watson of Livingston, TX; nieces and nephews, Matthew, Zeboriah, and Kaley Hill; son, Bobby Hill, III; daughter, Christie Hill Boliek; best friend, Captain Lee Perkins USMC (Ret) and his daughter that Bobby loved like his own, Nikki Perkins; close friend, Kim Lovett; and many other family members, friends, Marine Corps League Brothers and Motorcycle Association members that he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys Hill. His funeral service was held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. The Reverend Ronnie Estes officiated. Burial with military honors was in the Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation hours were at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and continued on Wednesday from 8:00 AM until the start of the service.

RONALD JOSEPH HROSIK – Died Friday, May 6, 2011 in Norristown, Pennsylvania at the age of 71. The cause of death is unknown. He was born on March 13, 1940 to the late Edward and Josephine (née Organowksi) Hrosik. He is survived by his wife, Rose M. (née Rivera) Hrosik. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a Life Member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Richlandtown Chapter #468.

JOHN B. JOHNSON – Died recently in 2017 in the Southwest Louisiana veterans Home in Jennings, Louisiana at the age of 70. The cause of death is unknown. He was born on February 25, 1947. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a Permanently Hospitalized Veteran Member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Jennings Chapter #1058.

edward g. kalish obituaryEDWARD G. “Ed” KALISH - Died Monday, June 19, 2017 in the Allegheny General Hospital at the age of 87. He was a resident of Beaver, Pennsylvania. The cause of death is unknown. He was born on February 22, 1930 in Smithton, Pennsylvania to the late John and Josephine Kalish. Ed served in the United States Navy and the United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America – Midland Chapter #862. He was a graduate of both Temple and Duquesne Universities. He was retired as a pharmacist from the Eli Lilly Drug Company and he also worked as a pharmacist for Public Drug in Brighton Township and Beaver. He was an active member at Faith Community United Methodist Church. Ed enjoyed collecting stamps and steins. He was extremely well read in many different topics. He will be missed by his two loving dogs, Bella and Lola. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters and a stepson, Ralph Moreira, Jr. He is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia Kalish; a brother, John (Marcie) Kalish; five stepchildren, Richard (Bonnie) Moreira, David (Kathy) Moreira, Kathy (Stephen) Moreira-James, Gregory (Christine) Moreira, and Douglas (Margie) Moreira; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Friends were received on Thursday from 2:00-4:00 and from 6:00-8:00 PM in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Rochester and also from 10:30 AM until the time of the Funeral Service at 11:00 AM in Faith Community United Methodist Church of Rochester, 341 Jefferson Street. Memorial contributions may be made to J.A.M. at Faith 341 Jefferson Street, Rochester, PA 15074.

DAVID HAROLD KEETON - Died Saturday, July 8, 2017 at his residence in Winfield, Alabama at the age of 69.  The cause of death is unknown. He was born in Brillant, Alabama on August 2, 1947 to the late Claude and Ila Dean (née Cotton) Keeton. He was a United States Army and Air Force veteran.  He was a Life Member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Winfield Chapter #786. He was a member of the Winfield First United Methodist Church.  Mr. Keeton was employed with Continental Conveyor Equipment Company for over 30 years.  In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his Mother-in-law, Robbie Gilstrap; his sisters, Jackie Fowler, Laura Brown, Shirley Markham, and Sally Spiller and Olene Berryhill, and; a brother, Robert Keeton.  He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Gloria (née Miles) Keeton; his daughter and son-in-law, Kelly Peoples (Malcolm) of Murfreesboro, TN; his grandson, Jon David Corkren; great-granddaughter, Abby Mae Corkren; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Connie Elliott (Earl) and Joyce Ann (James) Farris; his brother and sister-in-law, James Richard (Dixie) Spiller; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James (Dianne) Miles; his aunts, Nell Dickinson and Ida Skelton; his uncles, Dr. J E. Keeton and Frankie Keeton, and; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.  Funeral services were held at 1:00 PM on Monday, July 10th from the Winfield First United Methodist Church with burial in West Alabama Memorial Gardens.  Earl Freeman was the officiating minister.  Visitation hours were from 11:00 AM until the 1:00 PM service time at the church.  Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield was in charge of the arrangements serving the Keeton family.

kelly, michael g. 1941-2015MICHAEL G. KELLY - Died Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at the Missouri Veterans Home, Cameron, Missouri at the age of 73. He was a resident of Saint Joseph, Missouri. The cause of death is unknown. He was born in Saint Joseph on December 12, 1941 to the late Royce and Genevieve (née Drimmel) Kelly. Michael married Karen McKeever on December 31, 1963, in Las Vegas, Nevada and she preceded him in death on March 24, 2004. He was a member of the Saint Paul United Methodist Church. Michael was in the United States Navy (Seebees Construction) during Vietnam. He had worked as an electrician for Local #545, was a member of the Dick Munkres American Legion Post # 287, Savannah, Mo., and VFW Post #6760, St. Joseph. He was an At-Large Member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Missouri. Michael loved his family and the time he spent with them. He received his 16-ear sobriety pin from AA in March 2015. Survivors include: his son, Michael Klancey Kelly, Kansas City, KS; two daughters, Jeaneen Kelly, Savannah, and Patricia (Patrick) Kulak, St. Joseph; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life was at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 18th, at the Gladden-Stamey Funeral Home, Saint Joseph. Public visitation and family receiving hours were from 1:00-3:00 PM on Sunday, May 17th, at the Gladden-Stamey Funeral Home. Burial was in the Green Cemetery, Saint Joseph. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Cameron Veterans League, 1111 Euclid Avenue, Cameron, MO 64429.

ERIC PAUL KREIG - Died Thursday, May 20, 2010 at his home in Vancouver, Washington at the age of 57. The cause of death is unknown. He was born on October 21, 1952 in Hudson, New York to Glenn and Elizabeth Kreig. Eric joined the United States Army at 17 and served as a helicopter crew chief in Vietnam. After his discharge, he returned to New York and later joined the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of Vietnam Veterans of America – Vancouver Chapter #512. Upon his retirement Eric and his family moved to Vancouver. Eric is survived by his wife, Loresa; and his children, Bryan Atchley (Deanne), Eric Kreig Jr., and Nicole Kreig (Michael). He had three grandchildren he adored, Emily, Madison and Connor. A private burial was observed at the Willamette National Cemetery.

GLORIA JEAN LABADIE – Died Sunday, July 17, 2005 in Spring Valley, California at the age of 55. The cause of death is unknown. She and her twin sister Gail were born in San Diego, California on December 14, 1949 to Maryann and Edward Labadie. She joined her older sister Elizabeth and brother David; later shared a full family life with brothers Edward, Scott and Timothy. Honoring her mother's supreme desire, she attended Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Grammar School, and Rosary High School, where her outstanding athletic abilities personified a life of enormous strength, courage, competition, and compassion. Shortly after her graduation in 1968, she enlisted in the United States Army, with service from 1970 to 1973. She served proudly at Letterman General Hospital in San Francisco, as well as a tour of duty in Vietnam, where she distinguished herself by receiving a Bronze Star and seven other medals. She was an At-Large Member of
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