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Posted: | 5/11/2008 |
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JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | ***** TO ALL THE MOUNTAIN RANGER ASSOCIATION--, STAFF, SUPER COOKS, BEHIND THE SCENE SUPPORT AND FELLOW RANGERS -- *** "OUTSTANDING COOKOUT" ***, THIS WAS MY FIRST CRITTER COOKOUT AND CERTAINLY NOT MY LAST, I WAS IN COMPLETE AWE. THE CAMP LOOKED REALLY GREAT WITH ALL THE ADDITIONS, TRAILS, NEW PLANNING BAYS, ETC., ETC. (SURE WOULD HAVE BEEN NICE TO SEE SOMETHING HAPPEN IN LOWER MOUNTAINEERING?) I ENJOYED MYSELF FROM THE TIME I FIRST STEP FOOT BACK ON THAT SACRED GROUND, TO SEEING MANY FRIENDS I HAVE NOT SEEN IN FAR TO LONG, TO BEING REJUVENATED BY THE SOUND OF THE CHOPPER BLADES, TO THE RANGERS IN ACTION DEMO, AND ESPECIALLY BY THE GUEST APPEARANCE OF ----
"BILL MURRAY" --"WHAT A GUY", HOW DID YOU SWING
THAT(?). ON A SERIOUS NOTE "GOOD ON YOU" I LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF IT, I APPRICIATED ALL THE HARD WORK DONE AHEAD OF TIME FOR ALL OF US WHO WERE TRAVELLING FROM AFAR "THANK YOU". THE GROUP PICTURE TURNED AT GREAT AND WHAT A SHARP GROUP OF R.I.'S--- WHO SAID KETCHUMS HAIR WAS TO LONG, HE SAID HE JUST GOT IT CUT FOR THE CLASS PICTURE. JOE, DEAN, PHIL-- I DO NOT KNOW WHY YOUR E-MAIL WAS RETURNED- BUT HERE IS MY
E-MAIL ADDRESS-- pointranger@bellsouth.net --
small case. STEVE I PICKED UP ONE OF THE RANGER THROWS, GREAT JOB AND EXTRA EFFORT ON SOMEONES BEHALF, I THINK THEY TURNED OUT GREAT. THANKS TO ALL- |
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Posted: | 5/11/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | For Bob Williams: Many thanks for the photo!! Joe |
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Posted: | 5/11/2008 |
| Name: |
Mike Flack
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| Message: | I really enjoyed seeing everyone at the cookout. I also appreciated the opportunity to show my wife and daughter the place that had and is still having such an impact on my life. My only regret is that I had to leave early. That's the way it goes though; we do the best we can. Now to the big question: I plan to go Doug's investment ceremony for the Ranger Hall of Fame. Can someone post more details on that? I know it will be June 11th in Marshall Auditorium in Bldg 4, but what time, and is there anything else we need to know? Thanks for the info, and thanks again to all who plan and execute the cookout. It's a great time.
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Posted: | 5/10/2008 |
| Name: |
Bob Williams
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| Message: | Click on the thumbnail to view a large photo of the many who attended the 2008 Critter Cookout.
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Posted: | 5/10/2008 |
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Ross Hall
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| Message: | Ah, Open House. Love to see it come, and love to see it go. Al Parten and Pete Anderson and all the folks that fed the multitude are heroes in my book. Thanks for the friendship and armadillo. Steve Hawk, the Bill Murray gag was a good one. Had me going for a minute there. |
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Posted: | 5/8/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Thanks Bob. It's correct. Joe |
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Posted: | 5/8/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | David Lopez.
The throws will be on sale at the open house on Sat. and they also will be at the overhang club.Kelly Jack, congrats. you have always been my hero. I heard a war story about Kelly Jack when he was a plat. daddy in Afgan. seems his platoon was on a ridge and Kelly Jack was heard to say this is my @#$% ridge and there ain't no $#@^& going to take it away from me.RLTW. |
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Posted: | 5/7/2008 |
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David Lopez
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| Message: | Congratulations goes out to Ranger Kelly Jack Luman (B Co RI 1997-2000), he has been promoted to Sergeant Major on May 1, 2008.
Also I too would like one of the 5th RTB throws, let me know where to send the money. |
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Posted: | 5/7/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | For Bob (Webmeister): Hi Bob, I was reviewing my info under the Unit Roster. All looks good except for my assignment to the "35th" Division. I believe you meant to type it as "25th Division" which would be correct. I think the 35th Division was a National Guard Division during WWII, but I'm not sure. Your doing great work Bob, and I know that all of us appreciate your dedication, and hard work to this web site. I don't think that we say it often enough, but we sure do thank you. Joe |
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Posted: | 5/7/2008 |
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Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Jimmie,
Like Dean, I too responded to your e-mail with the same results. In answer to your question, I'm working for the Veterans Administration at the Bath VA Hospital here in South Western NY State outside of Bath NY which is just west of Corning/Elmira. Living again in our home in Wellsville, NY. All is well here with us (Jan and I). Glad to know that your doing well. Lets try this e-mail connection again. jjmattison@verizon.net Take care: Joe |
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Posted: | 5/7/2008 |
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Dean Papka
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| Message: | Jimmy Owens(Mumford)Give me a call at work 706 864-1795.
I responded to your E-Mail in April and it was returned.
You and Judy are more than welcome to stay at the Papka Hooch.
Dean |
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Posted: | 5/4/2008 |
| Name: |
Ross Hall
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| Message: | April 28-30, the Vietnamese Ranger Advisor Reunion took place in Chattanooga. It was great to see about 40 former Advisors come together with wives and friends. There were some eight or ten Vietnamese Rangers also in attendance. It was the end of an era, with SMaj Mike Martin stepping down as head of the BDQ group. Bill Miller will step in and ably take his place, but Mike will be missed. The Biet Dong Quan were fierce fighters and the men who advised them had to be up to snuff. I was honored to be among them. |
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Posted: | 5/1/2008 |
| Name: |
Brian Cunningham
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| Message: | Steve Bishop and Joe Amerling: $356.85 |
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Posted: | 5/1/2008 |
| Name: |
Brian Cunningham
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| Message: | The honorees for the 2008 USMRA Planning Bay Naming Honors are:
Ranger Roger McDonald 1962
Ranger Bobby Meadows 1968
Ranger Harry "Chip" Speaker 1968
Ranger Mike Flack 1969
Ranger Bill Miller 1969
Ranger Brian Cunningham 1969
The custom designed signs for each planning bay will be presented during the USMRA portion of the program at the 5th Ranger Bn Open House on 10 May 2008. Congratulations, Rangers! |
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Posted: | 5/1/2008 |
| Name: |
Bob Williams
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| Message: | There is no USMRA meeting tonight, May 1. The monthly meeting will be conducted at the Critter Cookout on May 10. |
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Posted: | 4/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | To: Bob, thanks for the update, and thanks for the positive attitude. Keep up the fight my friend, all the way...sometimes, miracles do happen, we just never know who or when. Maybe, you have the winning ticket as the next "miracle winner". I hope you do, and I know that the rest of us also have the same hope. Take care Ranger Buddy, and have fun at the CCO! Joe |
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Posted: | 4/30/2008 |
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Brian Cunningham
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| Message: | After due consideration of the applications, it is the decision of the 2008 USMRA Scholarship Committee that Stephanie Housewright, James Gray, Alexandra DeMartini, and Brittany Bryan be recognized as the winners for 2008. They will each receive a $500 scholarship award. Award checks and certificates will be distributed at the 5th Ranger Battalion Open House on Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Camp Frank D. Merrill. If a scholarship winner is unable to attend the Open House, his/her check and certificate will be mailed to them following the ceremony. RLTW |
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Posted: | 4/30/2008 |
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Bob Myhre
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| Message: | To everyone out there wondering what my staus is so far as how my cancer is going. Well, here is the latest sitrep from my Doctor yesterday at chemo. Is still between 6 months to a year. As awlays being a Ranger I'm still battling it to push for more then a year. I want to thank everyone who has called or notified me through email, etc. that I really appreciate it. I plan to be at the Critter Cookout coming up. Also, I myself like Al when will the winning Scholarship recipients be notified? I'll see you all at the cookout. RLTW: Bob. |
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Posted: | 4/28/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | To the USMRA Scholarship Commitee, when do you Rangers make the decision on those being awarded ?
Al P. |
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Posted: | 4/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Phil Carey was kind enough to forward to me the e-mail address of an individual who is trying to put together a roster of original member of 1st Bn Ranger, 75th Ranger Regiment. This would apply to the original founding members of 1/75 who served with that unit in 1974 when it either formed as a "provisional" at Harmony Church, Ft. Benning, or later joined the Battalion after it arrived to Ft. Stewart, Ga. This is for "original memebers only" of 1974. There is an attempt at the present time to get in touch with all remaining original members, and the possibility of a reunion, next year. I invite all who qualify to contact the e-mail address of: nrmfanet@aol.com for further information. It will be 35 years, and there are still many of us still around. If you know someone that this applies to, please let them know. Thanks....Joe |
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Posted: | 4/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Greg Baker
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| Message: | Bob Dawes, Sorry I missed you this year. Hope to be there in 2009. |
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Posted: | 4/25/2008 |
| Name: |
bob dawes
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| Message: | Doug, good to see you at Ft.Benning.I'm back in Denver but hope to make it back in June for your induction.In the meantime my e-mail is bobdawes@gmail.com. |
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Posted: | 4/23/2008 |
| Name: |
Bob, Florida
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| Message: | I came across this wonderful site while searching for Moroccan Parachutist Badge images.
I am my brothers keeper, rest in peace Frank, Earl and Randall!
Ranger Class 5-80
De Oppresso Libre
Who Dares Wins
Oppressors Beware |
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Posted: | 4/20/2008 |
| Name: |
Ross Hall
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| Message: | Greg Baker, Bob Dawes asked if I knew you at Best Ranger. Said I didn't, and here you are.
Will pass the word to Spies.
RLTW |
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Posted: | 4/18/2008 |
| Name: |
Greg Baker
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| Message: | Hell, Roy, maybe they're starting to run out of love. Yesterday was 1st day without contact since March 25th. Maybe they'll run out of EFPs and start throwing rocks at us. Stay safe, Buddy. |
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Posted: | 4/18/2008 |
| Name: |
Roy Close
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| Message: | Greg Baker glad to see your still kick'n! You feeling to love down your way? We didn't want to keep it all to ourselves up here in the North! Take care of yourself Ranger buddy. I'll see you on the high ground. RLTW
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Posted: | 4/17/2008 |
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Greg Baker
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| Message: | Doug, Steve, and anybody going to BRC. I won't be able to make it this year. Please pass along a Howdy to Bill Spies and Mountain Ranger Buddies at the camp. Lord willing, I'll see ya'll in the summer on R&R. |
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Posted: | 4/16/2008 |
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John Tompkins
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| Message: | Dave - Yea, I've gotten into the Beagle business! Trying to reduce the wabbit population here in WVA. Will shoot you an e mail.
Tompkins |
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Posted: | 4/15/2008 |
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Doug Perry
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| Message: | Ross Hall..
I think I will will be staying at Uchee??? I will nt know until I arrive. I will be at the DMOB at 1330 on thursday . I am sure you and Pegleg will be there but rest assured I will link up with you.RLTW.. |
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Posted: | 4/15/2008 |
| Name: |
Dave Lucius
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| Message: | John Tompkins
Hey John, yea I know the deal I have 2 daughters and a Grandson in Al. Yea I just heard from Scott too!! My emails is dtlucius@yahoo.com
Is it true your running Beagles? Ive gotten into the Beagle thing a bit myself. |
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Posted: | 4/15/2008 |
| Name: |
Ross Hall
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| Message: | Hey Doug, you gonna find me in all that Best Ranger mess, or should we set a time and place to light and set? |
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Posted: | 4/15/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | Thanks Amie Close I got in touch with him, he said he had been talking to Roy.Take care.RLTW. |
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Posted: | 4/15/2008 |
| Name: |
John Tompkins
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| Message: | Dave Lucius - Hey Dave! Sorry, I just read your posting. I was only in Dahlonega for a couple of days. Visiting my Kids & Grandbabies. Sure was pretty down there. These WVA mountains haven't greened up yet. I heard from Scott Tolman...he is covering the Clinton & Obama campaings! HA! What a laugh. Send me your e address..
Ranger Tompkins |
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Posted: | 4/14/2008 |
| Name: |
Amie Close
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| Message: | Hey Doug here is Chad's e-mail finaly got it from Bob Wells so it is chad.burrow@us.army.mil, hope all is well with you and yours Amie |
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Posted: | 4/14/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | DOUG *** "THANKS" FOR THE INFO ON LODGING IN DAHLONEGA-RIGHT ON TARGET. STEVE *** THE THROW LOOKS GREAT--THEY WILL SELL LIKE HOT CAKES-- "GOOD ON YOU"
JIM |
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Posted: | 4/14/2008 |
| Name: |
Steve Hawk
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| Message: | Rangers
I am starting a list of those that contact me request for throws. I will hold back those that have preordered. I don't know what the shipping charge will be so if you e-mail me with a request, send me an address or how you are going to get them. Then send your money to me. Checks are payable to the USMRA Historical Commettee. I will contact you back with the price and the shipping charge. Use the USMRA Address found on the Home page to mail money to and designate on the check what it is for.
Steve |
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Posted: | 4/14/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul Johnson
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| Message: | I would to purchase 2 of the throws,so please let me know what i need to do. Thanks, |
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Posted: | 4/13/2008 |
| Name: |
Steve Hawk
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| Message: | Rangers
The throws are four layer woven throws 48" x 68 ". Of Course you recognize the background flash colors with the Ranger Tab and 5th RTB Traing Scroll. The emblem we used is a copy of the newest coin from the MRC. Mountains with the Roman numerial V with the "Sunoco" Patch in the foreground as this was the patch that the 5th Ranger Battalion wore when they landed at Omaha Beach. The Ranger Instructor on the right and the climber on the left. They will sell for around 45.00 and we ordered 100 in first order. I'm sure they will sell fast as some are already ordering two and three at a time.
See you at the Cookout
Steve |
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Posted: | 4/13/2008 |
| Name: |
Bob Williams
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| Message: | Sorry for the delay in posting the 5th RTB throw. I was in Jekyll Island all last week. Steve will have to post the details of approval/ordering one of these throws.
Click on the thumbnail to view a large image.
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Posted: | 4/13/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | Jimmy Owens.
Try the Days Inn 706-864-2338, Econ Lodge 706-864-6191, Holiday Inn 706-867-7777, or Cavenders Creek Cabins 706-864-7221. All are located in Dahlonega you should be able to score. There are only two TLQ"s at the Camp and they are always taken for open house. Hope this helps you. RLTW. |
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Posted: | 4/12/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | MSG FOR ** PAUL ** --"THANKS" FOR THE INFO AND UPDATE ON BRUCE VIRDEN, IT HELPED AND I APPRECIATE IT -- RLTW
JIM OWENS |
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Posted: | 4/12/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Thanks Doug. Thanks for being there. Thanks. Joe |
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Posted: | 4/12/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | Joe.
It was a very nice ceremony. It was my first time to ever be in a Catholic Church.Two of his Grand sons, myself,Dan Rhodes, Earl Singletary and another Veteran were the Pallbeares.Everything went well with the family.Mike Ramsey,Stan Kelly,Tony Nunally and Willie Nunez were there .If I have left anybody out I appolglise They had a reception afterward we did not stay for it.RLTW.. |
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Posted: | 4/12/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Doug/Steve: How did it go yesterday?
Joe |
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Posted: | 4/12/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul Johnson
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| Message: | Jimmy Owens- on Bruce Virden, he left MRC and came to 1/75 RGR around 1985,86,87 for a few years where he was a PSG, he stayed in a few more years then retired and was living in Gainsville, Ga just down the road from here. Hope this helps |
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Posted: | 4/12/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | STEVE *** "THANKS" FOR THE GREAT INFO ON THE FISH FRY. MY WIFE AND I WILL ARRIVE AT MRC THURSDAY NIGHT, I PLAN ON STAYING IN THE AREA THURS-FRI-SAT- AND DEPART ON SUNDAY MORNING, DOES THE MRC HAVE TEMPORARY LODGING AVAILABLE AT THE CAMP OR DO I NEED TO GET A HOTEL ROOM IN GAINESVILLE???? DOES DOWNTOWN DAHLONEGA HAVE A HOTEL OR LODGE YET???? MY "WIFE" DID NOT LIKE THE LIVING OUT OF THE RUCKSACK IDEA---SHE MUST BE GETTING SOFT IN HER OLD AGE-- JIM OWENS |
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Posted: | 4/11/2008 |
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Steve Hawk
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| Message: | Brother Rangers
We are 30 days out from the Critter Cookout and Open House. If you have not made plans to attend , the time is running short. TOT is May 9th at 1800 hours at the NCO club for the Fish fry followed by a night of Singing lie telling and fellowship. Sat Morning May then is the Ranger Run followed by open house at 0930 and the Fallen Ranger Memorial Rd dedication. We also have scholarships to give out, dedication and recognition of the planning bays and of course the dedication of the road signs to six of our fallen brothers. Since last year Tommy Wilburn built an amazing memorial to our fallen brothers and you need to takew the time to see it. We will have a booth to sell Critter Cookout T-shirts and this year we will have 5th RTB Throws on sale with the proceeds going to the Historical Society of the USMRA. Critters will be cooking ll day long and we will enjoy dead animals beginning in the late afternoon and follwed by another fun night of fellowship, consuming beverrages of your choice and singing agian. It's a great time and I hope you have made plans to be here for some of or all of the fun. I hope to see you there
Rangers Lead the Way
Steve |
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Posted: | 4/11/2008 |
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Joe Mattison
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| Message: | To Doug: Thats ok Doug, Steve was on top of it, and e-mailed me the information that I was looking for. He's been covering my back for years, and I suspect he correctly read into my message and got the info to me. Thanks Doug for the notice, and thanks Steve for the details. My sincerest regards to all family and friends and most especially to June. Norm was another "behind the scenes" worker, and did a lot for the Ranger Camp, Veterans, and the Community. We also need to remember and reflect on all that he did for our Nation while serving in the Army and SF, during Viet Nam. A good man. |
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Posted: | 4/11/2008 |
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Doug Perry
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| Message: | Joe.
Sorry was out of the net yesterday. Visitation was last night between 1800-2100. funreal will be at 1500 today at the Catholic church in Dahlonega.He is to be creamated.
RLTW. |
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Posted: | 4/10/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Doug: Do you have anymore information regarding the times/days at the Funeral Home? |
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Posted: | 4/9/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Thanks Doug for the news. I knew him and June well. He also sold real estate for many years in Dahlonega and in fact, was our agent when we sold our home on Rock House road. June was the MRC Commanders Secretary for years, and in fact, I believe she retired sometime around 1998 from the Camp. Again, thank for the news about Norm Woods. Take care...Joe |
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Posted: | 4/9/2008 |
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Doug Perry
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| Message: | RANGERS...
A lot of you that lives around the local area was aquainted wit SGM (Ret) Charles Norman Wood.He passed yesterday at his home on Ridley road from a heart attack. Norm was at NGC.for years and was a civillian employee at the MRC.His wife June worked for years at the MRC as a secretary.He was not a tabbed Warrior but was SF and a purple heart recipient and was the one that started the drive to get a Purple Heart monument at the Veterans Park on courthouse hill.His son in law is SGM Kevin Conell who served and still serving at Camp Merrill.Bannister"s is in charge of the arrangements.RLTW... |
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Posted: | 4/9/2008 |
| Name: |
Dave Lucius
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| Message: | John Tompkins
WTF dude??? Your gonna be in town give me a call! Im in the hall county phone book or email me, we might even be able to squeeze in a turkey hunt! |
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Posted: | 4/8/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | MSG for BRUCE VIRDEN: I know your out there some where ** On Patrol or at your clandestine Patrol Base ** E-mail me, I'd like to know what happened to you after MRC and if your SIG 77 -- short for okay -- Need to know if you ever made SGM like you talked about and how you were going to make big changes when you were in charge ????? as Paul Harvey would say*** "Looking for the rest of the story" ******* |
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Posted: | 4/8/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | *** JOE, I work for the Department Of Defense, Civil Service GS083, Mayport Naval Station Police Department, Jacksonville, FL, Our Department has Approx. 132 Officers, 72 Civilian Police Officers and 60 Military Police Officers, Very similar set up to the Military Police at most Army Post's, most of the Armed Forces Branches are in the process of switching to Civilian Police Officers to handle their Security and Law Enforcement, The population of our Naval Station is Approx. 20,000 personnel. We have a vast assortment of Ships, Aircraft, Base Housing, Tenant Commands, plus all the visiting NATO and Foreign Vessels, keeps us quite busy. There's lots of "Job Security" in Law Enforcement these days, with so many "Honest" Citizens out there. Did you ever work
in Law Enforcement? You get to meet the most interesting people in Law Enforcement and the stories you hear would make a great soap for the TV. The DUI case's are sometimes unbelievable, and all those Drivers must have come from the same place where they only have two beers and drive like they just graduated from kindergartden or the Bumper Car Event at the State Fair. *** keeps You on your "TOES" though *** Never a dull moment---- Each call is an adventure in and of itself--- And it is true "The Bad Guys Do Some Really Stupid Tings Out There" --JIM |
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Posted: | 4/7/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Jimmy, Your right. I can't see you as a car salesman. I'm not sure how you did it. Glad to know that you went into Law Enforcement. Where are you at? |
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Posted: | 4/7/2008 |
| Name: |
McELLIOTT
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| Message: | JIMMY WASSSSSUP CALL ME 1760-889-2647 AND WE,LL CATCH UP...MAC |
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Posted: | 4/7/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | *** JOE, DOUG, BILL, MAC, DEAN, “ALL MY BROTHERS FROM MRC” —BIO history up date from a long since strayed R.I. (OWENS). I feel as if I’ve been on a 26 Year, Long Range Deployment since I departed MRC in 81, You know how you get that strong urge to return home just at the end of the deployment-- I’ve got it now. I retired in 1992, in Jacksonville, Fla., I took up the trade of selling Cars for a living—Talk about a “Take no Prisoners Trade”, the Car business will show no mercy on any of their customers. I became fed up with no self satisfaction or a feeling of zero accomplishment, I then decided to become a Police Officer, I guess I can’t stay away from a Gun and Uniform--- I must be a glutton for punishment—What was I thinking? I’ve been a Police Officer (10) Years now, and have not looked back, (8) Years as a Road Patrolman and (2) Years now as a Road Patrol Sergeant (once a Sergeant always a Sergeant), some men never learn? I’ll be eligible to retire again in (3) more Years. That’s my life as it stands now--- waiting for the next chapter and adventure I guess. |
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Posted: | 4/7/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | For Jimmy Owens: Where are you at now? Joe |
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Posted: | 4/7/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | Doug Perry-- "THANKS", I've tried to locate him several times, which met with negative results, it's almost as though he's gone covert. I've never had the pleasure to met you, but Cheshire had mentioned you many times in his many stories while I was assigned to Lower Mountaineering, *** CONGRATULATIONS ***, on your selection to "RANGER HALL OF FAME". I look forward to meeting you at the cook out. I'm looking forward to attending, it's been along time for me, from the pictures I've seen on the internet the MRC has gone through quite a change, are the old wooden student barracks still there? There was a lot of history wrote on those walls. From one of the pictures it looked as though the Patrolling Committee Building was torn down, I'm sure I will be amazed at the New Camp, but one thing I will never forget is that -- BEEBAIT MOUNTAIN --, it seemed like that mountain just kept on climbing and climbing and climbing, that was not my favorite Patrol. |
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Posted: | 4/7/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | Jimmy Owens..
Bob Cheshire has dropped out of site,myself and Kevin Connell has tried to locate him I called two Cheshires in Tn. but was not him. He was from the Memphis area.We were together in Alaska and at MRC. If you locate get in touch. RLTW.. |
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Posted: | 4/7/2008 |
| Name: |
John Tompkins
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| Message: | Mark Keith - I will be in Dahlonega later this week for a couple of days... are you still in town and available for link up?
Tompkins |
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Posted: | 4/6/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | Looking *** For information on *** MSG(ret) Cheshire, (RI) 1978-1981, Lower Mountaineering - NCOIC, not sure -believe he left MRC for Alaska? Did not see his name on Unit Roster. ? JIM OWENS |
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Posted: | 4/6/2008 |
| Name: |
Howard Denton
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| Message: | Doing well, thank you. Still vertical. Looking forward to the cookout and open house as always. Congratulations, Doug! About time you got some recognition for all you've done. RLTW! |
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Posted: | 4/6/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | For Howard Denton: Thanks for your effort. I will give it a try and see what shakes out of the tree. I checked our membership roster, and he's not on it. Thanks again for the search. How are you doing?
Joe |
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Posted: | 4/6/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul J
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| Message: | Congradulations Doug !! Well deserved brother. I'll see you soon, hope to be home near the end of May for about 10 days. Take care |
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Posted: | 4/6/2008 |
| Name: |
JIMMY OWENS
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| Message: | Bill Manning, it's been a long, long time, I hope you and the Family are doing well, I to have come out from under the rock also (OWENS). Have you heard from Papka, McElliot, Rosentrater, Oswald, Cheshire, Nelson, Moulden, Geiger, Tilson, or any of the RI's from our 1977-81 Lower Mountaineering era? Jim Owens |
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Posted: | 4/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Hi Doug, In answer to your response, I've never met the man. I've only just recently read of him, as he's mentioned in the book that I cited. The author Jim Morris, who is also a Viet Nam Vet/SF Veteran who served with him, mentions this guy quite a lot in his book. The author's first meeting with him was when they were both in Okinawa with the SF Group there, and Morris, (the author) was a Lieutenant and Dring was a SSG. At any rate, the exploits of the both of them are interesting both on and off duty. Morris mentions in his book that Dring was with him in 1965, in Viet Nam, and that he had just volunteered for another tour in Viet Nam, coming out of the Mountain Ranger Camp. That's really all I know about it with regards to MRC and that affiliation. I would guess him to have been a Lietenant, because the author mentions that he went there after graduation from OCS. I know that they did rapid promotions in those days for NCOs who became Officers, and I would guess 2LT/1Lt or possibly CPT when he left to go back to Viet Nam. Again, quite a few folks rotated through CFM in those days and it was easy to get lost in the shuffle. He was predominantly SF, and not serving in US Ranger Units, in the book. Interesting stories. Difficult, and challenging times. Take care, Doug....Joe |
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Posted: | 4/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | Joe.
I remember a 1Lt. Dreen, He may have spelled it as you had it.Maybe Earl Singletree might add some insight on this.He was on the Patrolling staff when we was on the Mtn. Comm. Joe find out if you can what year and what BDQ unit he was with. Please have him if you can to get in touch with me..RLTW |
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Posted: | 4/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Question for Doug Perry:
Do you remember Larry Dring? He's mentioned in a book that I recently read, and he's quoted as once being assigned to the Mountain Ranger Camp. It doesn't give the precise year, but I would guess around 1965. He would have been a Lieutenant or a Captain (OCS Graduate). He returned to Viet Nam and served with SF in Delta Project as a Captain according to the book. It is written that he had done multiple tours as an NCO with SF "A" Teams in Viet Nam before attending OCS. He was an advisor, or served with, ARVN Rangers and Montagnard "Mike" Forces. There are some pretty interesting stories in this book that I have just finished reading, written by Jim Morris, Captain, SF, entitled "War Story" first published in 1979. At any rate, he mentions Larry Dring several times, but in a very short part of a longer sentence, he mentioned that Larry Dring served in the Mountain Ranger Camp. Do you know him or have you ever heard of him? I know it's hard to keep up with all of the folks you ever served with especially when the rotation was 1 year in Viet Nam, and 1-2 years back in the States, at that time. Take care Doug and good luck with that nomination process. Joe |
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Posted: | 4/3/2008 |
| Name: |
Brian Cunningham
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| Message: | Ranger Doug Perry,
Congratulations to you for being selected for this great honor. You have indeed been leading the way in all things "Ranger" for all the years it has been my privilege to know you. I wish you every good thing in life and for the blessings of the Big Ranger on you and yours.
RLTW
Brian Cunningham
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Posted: | 4/2/2008 |
| Name: |
Mark Keith
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| Message: | CONGRATULATIONS DOUG!!! It's about time. You have always been there for all the other Rangers their families. From Putting flags along the road in Dahlonega to easter egg hunt for Ranger's kids while their Dads are in combat. I salute you! God Bless. Maek |
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Posted: | 3/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | We have completed the move back to NY State, and just got our internet set up today. The first thing I would like to say is I'm especially proud that Doug is nominated for the Hall of Fame. I really can't think of a more qualified Ranger to be nominated. Congratulations Doug. You have truly earned it!! Secondly, Jan and I would like to wish a speedy recovery to Cathy, and hope that her recovery is complete. Lastly, I want to post my new e-mail address being: jjmattison@verizon.net
It's good to be home again, in upstate NY and it's good to be back in western NY State of where Rogers Rangers first started all of this American Ranger History. New address is: 410 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. Again, congratulations Doug. Your going to be one who will make it on performance, and merit, all the way! Take care...Joe |
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Posted: | 3/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Greg Baker
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| Message: | Congratulations, Doug Perry!
Ran into LTC Pemric here in Sadr City last night. Boys are doing well. |
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Posted: | 3/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Corcoran
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| Message: | Congrats Doug, Yer da man. Couldn't have selected a better Ranger. All that gettin' scuffed up pays off.
Great Job!
RLTW
PC |
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Posted: | 3/29/2008 |
| Name: |
CONGRATS DOUG!
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| Message: | Congratulation Doug on your nomination and selection! Couldn't think of a finer individual who deserves to be recognized!! We are are so proud and happy to celebrate with you and your family with the great news!!!
v/r
Duke |
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Posted: | 3/28/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | To all the people who have left a message or called me, I thank you for all the kind words and I am so honored to have this bestowed upon me.A complete list is advailable on the 75th web page.Thank again and RLTW. |
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Posted: | 3/27/2008 |
| Name: |
Steve Hawk
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| Message: | Doug
I've bit my tongue all week long, Congrates, you deserve it. I've already made plans to be there at Benning. You have always been a Hall of Famer to me.
Ranger Perry, You Lead the Way.
Steve |
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Posted: | 3/27/2008 |
| Name: |
McELLIOTT
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| Message: | DOUG, YOU DA MAN |
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Posted: | 3/27/2008 |
| Name: |
Cathy Beck
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| Message: | It is about time Doug. Congratulations! |
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Posted: | 3/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Congrats Douglas, let's have a beer on me ! RLTW |
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Posted: | 3/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Ross Hall
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| Message: | okay, Doug
I waited til Wednesday
Good job, First Sarn't Cap'n Perry, Sir
Al Parten, don't talk to me about getting old |
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Posted: | 3/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Roy Close
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| Message: | Congratulations Doug! I wish I could be there Ranger Buddy.
Roy "RLTW" |
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Posted: | 3/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Mike Flack
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| Message: | Fantastic news about Doug Perry. I'm just proud to say I know him.
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Posted: | 3/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Earl Singletary
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| Message: | Rangers, this time I have good news. Ranger Douglas Perry has been selected to be inducted into the Ranger Hall of Fame. As you all know Doug has been around a long time. The first ticket he got in Dahlonega was for galloping in the trotting zone. Doug will be inducted June 11th at Fort Benning, Georgia. I hope all of his friends and non believers can be present for his induction.
Rangers Lead the Way |
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Posted: | 3/25/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Ross, as I said there are some that I forgot. To include you. Too much medication, I am gettin' pretty old ya know. Give me a break sometime. RLTW AP |
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Posted: | 3/25/2008 |
| Name: |
Ross Hall
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| Message: | Al, let's don't forget that LD was on the field laying out the eggs, and Ben Hawk, recently Airborne and pushup weary, was out there, too. |
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Posted: | 3/24/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Rangers, The 2008 USMRA Easter Egg hunt and Cookout was a real success last Saturday. After a few late show-ups, no names mentioned " PeeWee" we all started to get things going. We had enough eggs and prizes for evey kid that attended and probably half of the RSE element as well. Thanks to all of you that helped hide the couple thousand eggs.We grilled around 200 hamburgers and LOTS of hotdogs, and yes Doug Everyone enjoyed your BOILED ones too.Thanks to the Sanplink for their support,also Prize Queen Tammy, Doug, Pete Anderson, Dan Rhodes, John Cavender, Mark ?, and probably some that I forgot, if so I apologize. I am sure that everyone that attended from Porter Villiage and CFM had a great time. RLTW Al P. |
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Posted: | 3/24/2008 |
| Name: |
Ross Hall
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| Message: | Rangers, two things. One, Cathy Beck has had back surgery and is recovering well. Out a month or two.
Two, Gil Berg (Gen. Greb) has had a heart attack and is recovering. Pray for both these valuable members of the Ranger community. RLTW. |
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Posted: | 3/24/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | Webmaster.
Bob please give Charlie Company Ext 500 a call Poc Sgt. White.ref.an update or something. Thanks, RLTW> |
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Posted: | 3/22/2008 |
| Name: |
Jerry
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| Message: | Doug I didn't know you got off azimuth. Hope you didn't get scuffed-up to bad ( we all know you need a good one every now and then ) anyways, it sounds like 'yer back on track. I'll check in, in a few months. |
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Posted: | 3/21/2008 |
| Name: |
Roy Close
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| Message: | Doug(Oldman)you better take care of yourself Ranger we got deer in Ohio that need kill'n and some big lies that need to be told around a camp fire when I get home. Me and Amie bought 45 acres out the ridge from Dad's so we have that too. Tell Danny I said hey.
Roy "RLTW" |
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Posted: | 3/21/2008 |
| Name: |
Ross Hall
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| Message: | Doug, glad to hear you are back on the horse. The plunger is no fun, I know. You really should stop doing that, at least without telling us first. I won't be at the Easter thing, got family coming in today. First one I missed in several years. Sorry 'bout that. Am going to Best Ranger in a few weeks. Will you be there this year? I'll stay with Spies starting Thurs. Somehow I've lost your email. Send it to me please on my email. For you boys across the water, keep your head down and thanks. We think of you daily. |
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Posted: | 3/20/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | I am back in the saddle again, had to go and get flushed out again.Amie and Mike Flack thanks for checking on me.Everybody that can come out and help us with the Easter egg hunt on Sat Mar. 22nd we will meet at 0930 or 1000 hrs at the Sling Rope, Sat morning we need help in cooking and hiding little eggs .Al Parton and Pee Wee will be cooking. The girls from Hooters will be ther helping hide eggs and WHATEVER. RLTW.
Doug... |
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Posted: | 3/20/2008 |
| Name: |
Mike Flack
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| Message: | I talked with Doug yesterday. He just got out of the hospital in Atlanta, but seems to be doing really well. At least, he sounds like him.
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Posted: | 3/19/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Webmaster Bob, Can you change my e-mail address on the Unit Roster to : AlParten@gmail.com . Windstream is giving me the screwaround AGAIN. Thanks. |
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Posted: | 3/19/2008 |
| Name: |
amieclose402000@yahoo.com
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| Message: | what is going on with Doug we are pretty much out of the loop so let us know!!!!!!!!! |
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Posted: | 3/18/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Steve, I coordinated with PeeWee Anderson a little while ago, he'll have the grill there. I also called Bishop and he may be able to help. tried to call Dan, left msg on his machine, should hear back from him soon.Who is the Liason at CFM that I may need to talk to ? BTW, Doug P. Had a Heart Cath. a day or so ago and probably will not be at the Cookout Sat. RLTW Al P. |
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Posted: | 3/18/2008 |
| Name: |
Steve Hawk
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| Message: | Rangers
This Saturday is the Easter Egg Hunt for the kids. This year it will take place behind the NCO Club at the Camp. Unfortunately I have to be with the Color Guard for JROTC at State Meet. The grand Prize baskets are at the camp along with all the food. I will take the rest of the prizes there on Thursday. I will have the Cadets fill the eggs with candy today and tommorrow and have then Thursday at the club. I know Al will be there, so I hope some of you can help. Be there at 0830 to hide eggs and prepare to cook the food. I have hamburgers, hotdogs, chips and drinks at the club. Charcoal and lighter fluid also. Dan, can you get plates, napkins,spoons, forks etc, cheese, tomatos, onions and lettuce on friday or Saturday morning. PeeWee can you move your grill behind the club before Saturday? Guys, I'm sorry I can't be there but we just got word on Color Guard Meet. First time I will miss the egg hunt. Also I got the throw and they left out the climber and Ranger Instructor off of the emlem on the throw. They advised that the image did not come in clear when they got the picture. I have resubmitted.
Steve |
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Posted: | 3/17/2008 |
| Name: |
John Moore ( Ranger Moore)
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| Message: | Great new look to the site Bob. I hope all is well back in the good ol USA, be back soon.. "RLTW" |
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Posted: | 3/15/2008 |
| Name: |
Mark E Jordan
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| Message: | ...hopefully, for some of us, XXX t-shirts will be available at the Open House/Critter Cookout...
...I hope to relocate again back to the TVD and would prefer living like thoreau, way back in the forest...if anyone has an idea about a contact person, please call and leave a message...770 366 4838...
...as close to CFM as possible would be ideal!...
Mark
RI 79/80 |
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Posted: | 3/15/2008 |
| Name: |
Bernie Larson
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| Message: | I'm looking for Greg Baker from Newnan GA. Lastplace Iknew him to be was Alaska. Any help Thanks |
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Posted: | 3/13/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Way to go Bob, looks and works great. Nuff said.
RLTW, Al P. |
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Posted: | 3/13/2008 |
| Name: |
Greg Baker
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| Message: | New webpage looks great! |
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Posted: | 3/12/2008 |
| Name: |
Webmaster
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| Message: | test |
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Posted: | 3/9/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Well Rangers, the majority vote has ruled. The 2008 USMRA Critter Cookout will be held in conjunction with CFM's Open House on May 10. Once again the Cookout will be in the vicinity of the Overhang. More info to follow as I get it.
AP your CCO Cmdr |
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Posted: | 3/6/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Link up complete. Thanks for getting back with me Dale. I think that this can be a "great thing" for the both of you, and I hope it really works out as good as it sounds. Joe |
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Posted: | 3/6/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul Johnson
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| Message: | Thanks Ross, wife said she called him too, but hasn't heard back from him. Thanks |
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Posted: | 3/6/2008 |
| Name: |
Ross Hall
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| Message: | Paul Johnson, Ranger Bob Suchke has a big firewood business right here in River City. I'll email him to get in touch with your family. |
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Posted: | 3/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Dale Osterloh
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| Message: | Joe,
Give me a call at 770-289-6753. |
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Posted: | 3/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Steve Hawk: What's the latest with regards to Bob Myhre? thanks...joe |
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Posted: | 3/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | MESSAGE FOR DALE OSTERLOH: Dale, it's very important that you get in touch with me. You can e-mail me: joemattison@frontiernet.net or call my Cell phone: (912)690-4450. FOR DALE OSTERLOH, IMPORTANT! |
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Posted: | 3/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Hey Paul, I'll bet I know where your daughter gets it from, and oh by the way, your wife was a pretty good scuba diver too! Good luck to you and yours and stay safe! |
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Posted: | 3/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | MESSAGE FOR DALE OSTERLOH: Dale, it's very important that you get in touch with me. Please give me an e-mail: joemattison@frontiernet.net, or call my cell phone: (912) 690-4450. VERY IMPORTANT! Thanks, Joe. |
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Posted: | 3/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul Johnson
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| Message: | Joe, sorry for the late response,been running wide open, the family is still in Dahlonega, I'm doing contract work with TC in the Westbank area. We try and dive about 10 times a year,daughter is a adrenaline junkie,lots of fun.Let me know if you get down to our neck of the woods,we will get together. Mark Keith let me know if you need anything brother,anything at all. Big Al Martin, good to hear your still in the fight, email me when you get time, if we ever get on the same rotation home we will hang out.Stay safe brother and everyone else out there, the same. Derek R. where we at on that timeline? We got work when your ready, thanks bro for everything. Thanks to all my Ranger buddies out there looking in on my family while I'm gone, if any knows where she can buy wood by the truckload delivered,please give her a call, she has a log splitter,so she just needs cut logs,stumps that she can pick up. |
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Posted: | 2/29/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Martin
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| Message: | Rangers,
That youngest one of mine Justin has about 30 days left on his 15 month tour in Baghdad. He came down on an AARTS list for Ranger school in a few months. Dave O, thanks for helping that boy out he has came a long way from riding downtown dahlonega on his dirtbike with no helmet. Mike Ramsey, thanks for looking out for the boy when you were still with the sheriffs dept. I appreciate it. I am going to try to make it this year for the critter cookout see you there.
Stay Safe
Al |
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Posted: | 2/29/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Martin
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| Message: | Roy Close
I am about 200K south of you in Bayji Iraq. Drop me a line |
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Posted: | 2/28/2008 |
| Name: |
Steve Hawk
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| Message: | Rangers
I recieved some news last week about a fellow Ranger and waited to get some verification before I posted. Ranger Bob Myhre, 1/75th and 2nd Ranger Co. has been diagnosed with a "Spendel" Cell Cancer. Having little medical knowledge I'm not sure what this means. But it means that I will take a knee and ask the Great Ranger for his guidance and comfort. I ask that he watch over my brother and his wife and daughters. Give him strength and endurance for what he is about to face and make him strong for this battle. Bob and I are close and is one of those Rangers that I would trust with my life and my wife.
Please keep him in your prayers.
Rangers Lead the Way
Steve |
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Posted: | 2/27/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Speaking about "and where are they now": Does anyone know where, and what SGM Monroe, ("Moose" Monroe) is at, and what he's doing? He fell off my screen many years ago. |
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Posted: | 2/27/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Bill Manning: I heard the same thing years ago. Don't know the truth of it, and don't know where he's at. There was a rumor once that he was somewhere around Ft Bragg, but only a rumor. |
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Posted: | 2/27/2008 |
| Name: |
bill manning
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| Message: | To: Tom Joyner good to hear from you too!Hope all is well with you and yours,i finally crawled out from under my rock.I will stay in touch for a change and hope to be at the CCO next year so maybe we can catch up with each other then? I would like to catch up with Luke also,last thing i heard about Luke he had shot a Capt.,but thats been years ago.Anyway take care Ranger Buddy. |
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Posted: | 2/27/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | Roy Close.
Did you ever find a contact for Chad ?Let me know if you did.Greg Baker good to hear from you,watch yer topknot,take care of your men and they will take care of you, You already know that.Jerry Massey shoot low and I will see you on the high ground.RLTW.. |
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Posted: | 2/27/2008 |
| Name: |
Jerry
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| Message: | Roy, is your e-mail adress the same? pahfinder.....? I'll be lookin' for you. I'll be one of the guys on the 25m range after you roll thru the ECP here. |
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Posted: | 2/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Roy Close
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| Message: | Greg Baker I was on a jump last summer before I left for Iraq. Got to talking to a reserve CPT that worked for DEA or one of them agencies.Said he knew a guy who was a Ranger by the name of Mike McKinney. He said he is doing some kind Law enforcement work in Northern Idaho. I was going to get the contact info from him but the Abn Op ran long and he took off before I could catch up to him. I will see this guy when I get back and will pass the info on. wrapping up my R&R leave and will be headed back to Mosul North of you in acouple of days. Watch your top knot Greg, and to Jerry Massey when I get back I may have a chance to get up your way. |
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Posted: | 2/25/2008 |
| Name: |
Greg Baker
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| Message: | Bill Lucas! Boy that's a name from way back. I don't know where he resides, but I last saw him at the Cookout in 2000.
> Has anyone had a sitrep from Mike Mckinney lately?
>Doug, Steve, Stan, Ramjet, Tony, How ya'll doing? I'm about 10 miles North of Baghdad. Boys are doing good. A lot of young folks are having to learn some old lessons, but we're getting there. Hope to see as many Ranger Buddies as possible some time this summer. Wish it could be during the CCO, but maybe next year. Roy Close and EW, good to see ya'll on here. |
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Posted: | 2/25/2008 |
| Name: |
Tom Joyner
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| Message: | Anyone know the where abouts of Bill or Sharon Lucas? they were both stationed at MRC back in the early 70's? any help would be appreciated! |
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Posted: | 2/25/2008 |
| Name: |
Tom Joyner
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| Message: | Bill Manning!!
Good to see your still kicking!!been a long time, I think of the good times quite often..I'm back in Dahlonega, in the woods, found a log cabin, way back!
stay in touch!! |
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Posted: | 2/24/2008 |
| Name: |
Mark Keith
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| Message: | John - Hey Ranger Buddy! Sorry, but if you read thru the lines you would see I'm doing great! I'm rid of a lying, stealing, drug user! I'm spending my time being with my grandsons, yet got another one the other day. When I'm doing that I'm riding from rally to rally on my harley. Been looking for some ponytails to cut off!!
e-mail how I can get a hold of you when I get back in town. |
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Posted: | 2/24/2008 |
| Name: |
John Tompkins
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| Message: | Mark - ther wasn't much too postive after that first sentence...hang in there! |
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Posted: | 2/24/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe and Jan Mattison
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| Message: | Update to our Ranger Family: Jan and I are moving back to NY in April. Our new address is going to be (our old address) 410 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY 14895.
Thanks..Joe |
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Posted: | 2/23/2008 |
| Name: |
Jerry Massey
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| Message: | Paul, Henry Sanchez lives outside of Hiedleberg, beautiful place too that he has, and he and his wife are great hosts to you started off. I would fly into Frankfurt and rent a BMW with the GPS navigation system. Thats a breeze, all you have to do is plug in the adress you want to go to and drive. I'll try to holler at you at the last know email contact I have for you. |
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Posted: | 2/22/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Hi Paul. Been a few years since I last saw you. Glad to know that your still doing the Scuba thing, and congrats to your daughter in getting certified herself. No, I stopped doing Scuba instruction about the same time that we moved to Up State NY back in late 98. I stayed with PADI for a few years thereafter, but I was a full time College student, and really didn't have the time to keep it up. It sure was fun when doing it though. I enjoyed teaching and I got a whole lot of diving in because of it. Night dives, Wreck dives, Nitrox dives, Night navigation, and a whole bunch more, doing all of the different certifications that PADI does. All in all, it paid for the hobby, but your never going to really feed yourself in that occupation, unless your sleeping on a beach and eating coconuts, which isn't a bad thing either, if it's the right beach. What are you doing now, and how often do you get to dive? |
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Posted: | 2/22/2008 |
| Name: |
Mark Keith
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| Message: | Most of you may have heard I was dead, not yet. Got home from middle east in sept and found all of my things were gone. Wife left, she got rid of everything on my property and spent a hell of alot of money. My brother-in-law has said under oath at a deposition she was heavy into drugs and that is where everything had gone. May be linked to the guys on camp, I don't know. A couple of the guys she works with told me she was having an affair with her boss at the camp, again this was told to me. I'm doing well and will be in touch! RLTW |
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Posted: | 2/22/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul Johnson
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| Message: | Jerry, did you and the family do the European tour? Cathi is talking about it for this rotation, any pointers would be welcomed. I'm still making the donuts in the Westbank, LOL.. Abbas is talking about hiring Blackwater for himself, said he was impressed when the CAC was here, funny... he thinks we are BW!!Talk to you soon. |
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Posted: | 2/22/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul Johnson
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| Message: | Joe, how the hell are? the whole family is diving now,my daughter got her certification in Costa Rica last year now thats she is 15, wish I could have found you, are you still teaching? Hope your family is doing well. |
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Posted: | 2/22/2008 |
| Name: |
Jerry Massey
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| Message: | Ew, I won't tug your chain anymore. I wish I was home more to run stretches( not 20 miles ) myself once in a while. Enjoy it. |
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Posted: | 2/22/2008 |
| Name: |
John Tompkins
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| Message: | Eric - Sorry guy, didn't recognize the initials. Hope you & Martha are well. Still in JROTC? I'm doing the same. Be careful on those backroads/trails.
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Posted: | 2/21/2008 |
| Name: |
Jerry Massey
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| Message: | Ew.......... are you kiddin'? I'd run that thing fast as a loaded barge goin' up river on the mississippi. That is if I wasn't on the beach with J Mattison drinkin' some mexican fire water!
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Posted: | 2/20/2008 |
| Name: |
Ew
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| Message: | John, it's Marty's husband Eric. Mr.Massey, didn't really get any of that, is that what happens when you run it? |
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Posted: | 2/20/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | For Ew: Are you ok? Do you need to talk to somebody? I have a great phone number for you if you need it. Just let me know. Congrats on your Iron Man accomplishment, but to tell you the truth, I did 300 feet on a warm beach, and was able to slather 12 ounces of tanning oil on my skin, while wearing dark sunglasses and a straw hat. Did some Corona Light with Lime, and watched the sunset. Sang songs like..."sailing away to Key Largo". I know, I know....once again, I've got my priorities screwed up! Take care Iron Man....Joe |
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Posted: | 2/20/2008 |
| Name: |
Hugh Harmon
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| Message: | PC....decided to stay in and goto AK....only workin for 1/2 my check now.....no orders yet but should get'em soon. |
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Posted: | 2/20/2008 |
| Name: |
Jerry Massey
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| Message: | Ew.......... was the cold mountain air making you cheeks sting? Did it make the skin on your thighs burn? Did you go so fast down hill to Cooper Gap you thought your leg was gonna tear-off at the hip?? |
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Posted: | 2/20/2008 |
| Name: |
John Tompkins
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| Message: | EW - Don't think I know you... but you're a stud. |
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Posted: | 2/20/2008 |
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Doug Perry
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| Message: | Roy Close;
Have lost contact.Will check with Runyon and others.Will let you know.I am thinking he is at Ft. Leonard Wood. The last time I talked to him that was his plan.Watch yer top knot.RLTW.. |
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Posted: | 2/19/2008 |
| Name: |
Ew
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| Message: | Just ran from Woody Gap to Springer Mountain, approx 20 miles, 5 hours and 13 minutes. Went thru some old ambush sites from when I was an R.I. with Aco 5th RTB 2001-2006. Good memories. |
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Posted: | 2/19/2008 |
| Name: |
~C
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| Message: | Thanks Bill (still have trouble with that name...wanna call you Au****) - I am in the Atlanta area, so I would love to catch up with Karen. Shoot her number my way when you find it. Take good care, ol' friend. ~C |
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Posted: | 2/18/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | For Bill Manning: Jan and I are moving back to New York in mid April. If you find yourself out our way, stop in and stay a while. 410 North Main Street, Wellsville NY 14895. Take care, and stay in touch a little more often then once every 20 years. Best to you. Joe |
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Posted: | 2/18/2008 |
| Name: |
bil manning
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| Message: | Joe,it is good to make contact again.I am leaving my sons house today in missouri to go back to sheridan,wy.I work for the BNSF railroad out there going to montana mostly,been there for a year now,hoping to transfer to Mo.in another year.Dont think i will be able to make the CCO this year but will start working on the next.Heard from Tom Wilburn,Mac,Larry Beauchum,Mark Stout,you and Cookie since i shot off the starcluster.I caught up with whats on the sight and will keep checking in to catch up on the LOST YEARS,GOOD TO HEAR FROM EVERYONE.hope you and yours are doing well well check in later got to go pack my ruck AGAIN. |
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Posted: | 2/18/2008 |
| Name: |
bill manning
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| Message: | cookie,Karen is living in south georgia arround sttatsbourgh,i will try and get her # for you. |
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Posted: | 2/18/2008 |
| Name: |
Mark Stout
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| Message: | Bill saw your red cluster,it sure was good reading your post.I'll be in touch.Mark |
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Posted: | 2/17/2008 |
| Name: |
McELLIOTT
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| Message: | WILD BILL BEEN SEARCHING FOR YOU FOR YEARS. I'M STILL IN MY PB LOST COMMO WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I'LL CONTACT YOU ASAP.
MAC |
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Posted: | 2/17/2008 |
| Name: |
Roy Close
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| Message: | Doug Perry do you have contact info on Chad? |
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Posted: | 2/16/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | For Bill Manning: How are you doing. I'll bet it's been 20 years, maybe longer. Where are you and what are you doing now? |
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Posted: | 2/16/2008 |
| Name: |
Pat Corcoran
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| Message: | Hugh,
Whats the verdict? I never heard back from you. If you get a kitchen pass, give me a call.
RLTW
PC |
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Posted: | 2/16/2008 |
| Name: |
~Cookie
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| Message: | Hello Bill Manning - where's your sister, Karen? |
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Posted: | 2/15/2008 |
| Name: |
bill manning
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| Message: | lost ranger,sending up red starcluster with for lost ranger buddies,fired three shots until out of ammo,go to sat com 417-349-1133. |
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Posted: | 2/12/2008 |
| Name: |
Ranger William Sears
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| Message: | I am trying to locate Ranger John R. Heath from Connecticut. We served together in 1-75 at HAAF, Ga. again at 1-509 Abn in Vicenza Italy, and last at A-2-75 at Ft Lewis, Wa. We were good friends but I lost track of him after I was wounded and transferred in 1983. |
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Posted: | 2/12/2008 |
| Name: |
Hugh Harmon
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| Message: | See alot of names here that I know. Congrats to Big John. Hope everyone is doing good. |
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Posted: | 2/8/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul Johnson
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| Message: | Dale, good to hear from you, I retired a couple of years ago, I'm working with Triple Canopy right now, overseas, I probably won't be home for CCO but If so we will definately get together. I'm still living in Dahlonega just out of the country a good bit.We will catch up soon boss. Derek R. once again to the rescue, thanks brother for burying the labrador for me, my wife was a blubbering mess. Your the best man, thanks for covering for me. If you get time email me. Thanks man |
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Posted: | 2/5/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Rangers, those of you that can make the Meeting Thurs. evening, bring your Ideas and thoughts for the CCO. Also, anyone that has info on Mike Davis, Units, Stories, memories, bring that too. AP |
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Posted: | 2/4/2008 |
| Name: |
Linda & Curtis Meth
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| Message: | Steve....we are the parents of Carlo Meth. You can reach us at bigenufranch@yahoo.com |
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Posted: | 2/3/2008 |
| Name: |
Dale Osterloh
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| Message: | Paul,
What have you been up to? You still in or did you retire? Definitely a long, long time. Will you make it to the CCO this year? I'll ride the bike race again this year, but after, we will have to get together to drink beer and tell lies. Seems like the older I get, that's the one place that brings me back to sanity. Something about soldiers. |
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Posted: | 2/2/2008 |
| Name: |
Paul Johnson
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| Message: | Curious? is Dale Osterloh, Dale from 2nd plt. C co. 1/75 RGR,, or as I remember him "No Go Osterloh" the man who did'nt cut any Rangers students any slack, let me know crazy if thats you. It will have been a long long time. Take care. Paul |
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Posted: | 1/31/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | I won't be able to make the Critter Cook Out, but if the North end of the Airstrip is what it used to be when I was there last, then I think you have a good idea. Mac cam bing his wife and his RV and park it down by the ball diamond. Just kidding Mac....steady, steady. |
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Posted: | 1/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | For Doug Perry: My regards to you and yours with the passing of Mrs Jones. She is remembered.
For Cookie: No, Grandma hasn't passed away. She's healthier now then she's ever been, and a whole lot more independent. Jan and I adopted a little girl, and we want her to be in the school system that she's going to grow up in. She starts Kindergarten next year. I am looking at working for the VA in NY, but that's not 100% yet. Thanks for asking. |
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Posted: | 1/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Al Parten
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| Message: | Bob, I went by Mike Davis' home today and should have the info and photo of Mike at the next meeting.
On another note, anyone heard from Tilson or Bishop on the Fish Fry and Blueberry Breakfast ? BTW I'm gonna vote for the North end of Mosby for the CCO. It is Camper friendly, we can stock the creek with trout and for the Club Huggers, it's just down the road if your not too old to walk half a mile. AP |
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Posted: | 1/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Steve Hawk
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| Message: | Doug
Sorry to hear about Marjorie, I didn't hear anything until you posted it.
Also our friend at WalMart, Manager Tony Norris is retiring tommorrow at 2:00pm. The store is asking for Military guys be there. Earl is coming and I will be there and they asked that you come. Be there if you can make it around 1:45 in the back room. He does not know about it. Tony has always bent over backwards to help the USMRA and will be missed.
Steve |
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Posted: | 1/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Doug Perry
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| Message: | Marjorie Jones, wife and widow of CSM Carl Jones has passed and the funeral was yesterday.Carl was a past CSM of the MRC.If anyone knows how to get in touch with CSM (SNAKE) Collier,please let him know.Marjorie was a cousin of mine and her,and she will be missed by all.She leaves behind two sons Preston and Patrick of FrogTown RLTW> |
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Posted: | 1/30/2008 |
| Name: |
~C
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| Message: | Joe - this move back home doesn't mean that Grandma has passed, does it? |
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Posted: | 1/30/2008 |
| Name: |
Joe Mattison
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| Message: | Jan and I are moving back to our home in Wellsville, New York sometime around the middle of April. My next trip to North Georgia will be on/about 31 March. My son and I are going to do some trout fishing. We'll stop in, and revisit our old "Army Home" (Mountain Ranger Camp)while there. Take care |
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Posted: | 1/27/2008 |
| Name: |
JOHN CAVENDER
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| Message: | Rangers, I missed the last meeting because I was on the way for my 4th tour in Vietnam - The last was Dec 66-Dec 67. I will have to say it is a beautiful country and seems to have recovered from the war very well. There is alot of free enterprise in existence and the tourist trade is awesome. The Vietnamese people are the friendliest in the world - I won't bore you with more.
For what it's worth, the CCO should be for Rangers and Rangers alone - The first I attended was at Penn Cove and I thought it was great - I think the end of the runway may be ok but we should emphasize that it is for Rangers only!!
RLTW - JC |
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Posted: | 1/26/2008 |
| Name: |
Pat Corcoran
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