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To the family of Major Morgan J. Donahue,
In 1992, I received a gift from my sister that I proudly wear to
this very day. It was a POW/MIA bracelet with the name Major
Morgan J. Donahue USAF 12-13-68 Laos. I have done research over the
years in hopes that Major Donahue had returned home. He and his
family will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
If at anytime the family of this brave soldier would like for me to
return the bracelet or contact me I would be most honored and proud to
return it or speak with them.
Sincerely,
Chris
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| From: Lifesaver36850@aol.com Date: Sun, 20 Apr 2003 03:28:28 EDT Hi, My name is Stephen Claybern, and I am a new Poet, I was just letting you know that I love the web site, and hope you can post this or use it in some way, Thank you, Stephen
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From: Gbhgrad@aol.com Date: Sun, 20 Apr 2003 13:03:41 EDT
To the family of Major Ernest Olds,
I received your husband, father's bracelet in the late 60's and
continued to wear it until I saw his name listed at the memorial site.
It saddened me to know he would not be coming home to you. Maj. Olds
was the same age as my father, so it made me feel close to my dad to
wear his bracelet. My dad recently died and for some reason I found
myself thinking of Maj. Olds.
Please know that there are people out here that you will never know that, in some small way, have shared the experience with you. May God richly bless and comfort you always. Judy Wilson |
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From: "Randy Albrecht" <rlalbrecht@mindspring.com> Date: Sun, 20 Apr 2003 13:46:43 -0400
I have a bracelet from the Vietnam War and have looked through your site
for this man's name and it is there. He name is Marvin B.C. Wiles.
I was wondering how to maybe get in touch with his wife, and see if she
or her son would like his bracelet back. I have had it since 1972.
I wore the bracelet for almost eight years and am very proud of it.
Thank you so much.
Dale Anne Albrecht
Lawrenceville, Georgia
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From: KimberlyAL28@aol.com Date: Mon, 21 Apr 2003 11:01:43 EDT I purchased a bracelet from an airshow when I was about 10 yrs old. At that time the remains had not been sent back home...it was early 80's. Just today I have found out that Charles D. Roby's remains were sent back home in 89. I wore that bracelet till it broke...about 4 yrs. I have never forgotten and I am so thankful today to know exactly what happened to him. I am not sure now where the bracelet is..I did try to save it for awhile. I know that it must have been lost as I grew up but I am positive I NEVER threw it away even once it was broke. I would love to have a picture of him but am not sure one will ever exist. I am wondering since the families had to approve the names..is there a way to communicate with any family ? Id love to know more about him. Thanks, Kimberly Dawes-Luther |
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Date: Fri, 25 Apr 2003 17:06:55 -0400 From: Sue Thompson <suehome@mail.com>
Dear Family of Maj. George W. Clarke, Jr.:
I am writing to let you know that I too have a bracelet with your
loved one's name. My bracelet was purchased by my Mom in
Philadelphia, PA when I was in kindergarten (1971). My sisters
and I were eager to do something for people whose "daddys were
missing" in the war. Mom thought that this would be a way
for us to help, so she purchaed three bracelets. We watched
anxiously for word of our three "men" on the news during
dinner and prayed for their safe return. I remember receiving a
sticker with the blue background and a white star to add to my
bracelet at some point. We were told that when our
"men" came home we were to send the bracelets in and they
would be melted down and forged into a memorial that was to honor them
in Washington, D.C. I don't know if that was true or something
we made up as kids, but we were so excited for that day......
It has been a lifetime since I first wore that bracelet. I have
tried over the years to keep track of Maj. Clarke's P.O.W. status and
his promotion....as the US and Vietnam continue to consult over
American MIA/POWs from the Vietnam war.
I guess I wanted you to know that there are people who continue to
pray for Maj. Clarke and for your family. My sisters and I have
not forgotten the men whose names we wore. Those bracelets
bearing their names made the the cost of war real to me and continues
to remind me of your family's loss.
May you find peace and know that there are people who continue to
remember him.
Sincerely,
Sue Thompson
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From: "Cherry D. Smith"
<Cherry@Southwest-Technology.Com> Date: Sat, 26 Apr 2003 13:41:51 -0600
After many many long years...30 to be exact...since 1Lt Larry Price
(7-30-72) was shot down....I finally found the bracelet I wore for
him until his return....I watched as our men came
home....watched the newspapers for names and knew that he returned....
I just now found out that he died only a short year after returning
.... I was going to return the bracelet but as I wear one for a high
school classmate ...
I will keep this one and use it as a sign for all POWs/MIA's that
the USA has..... It will serve as a beacon for them to all be returned
somehow, someday....
Thank you for having a data base for folks like me to find out what
happened to our Protectors .....
Cherry Dimice Smith
El Paso, Tx
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From: "Susan Lemerande"
<lemonade@pe.net> Subject: LtCol William Cook Date: Sat, 26 Apr 2003 22:50:39 -0700
The Moving Vietnam Wall came to the City of San Jacinto, CA this
morning and I found the name of "my" MIA, LtCol
William Cook on the Wall. I've been wearing his
bracelet since I was a senior in high school in 1969. If
appropriate, I would like to be able to communicate with his family
and find out if they would like to have the bracelet. As
much as it means, and has meant, to me, I imagine it would mean a lot
more to them.
Susan Herda Lemerande
Hemet, CA
lemonade@pe.net
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Date: Sat, 26 Apr 2003 21:44:27 -0400 From: Barbara Powers <kpowers@maine.rr.com>
Re: Roger Netherland
I sent away for a POW/MIA bracelet in the early 70's when I was in
college in Michigan and received Roger's name. I wore it without
fail for many years, and thought about him every single day. I
knew he was a pilot from Pennsylvania and that he'd been shot down.
After waiting with great hope as the POWs returned from Vietnam I
watched every TV show and scanned the papers hoping to hear or see his
name. I never did, and it was a very sad realization that he was
not yet found. I finally visited the Vietnam War Memorial wall
about 10 years ago and found his name; he was still listed as missing.
Today I read in the Sunday newspaper about your web site and couldn't
wait to go on to check on his status. Sure enough, the sad news
I was dreading for all these years was there -- his remains were
finally identified on 6/16/00. I hope at least this brought some sense
of peace to his family, who must have always had that terrible feeling
that perhaps he was still being
kept prisoner. Now at least he has been able to come home.
I would like Capt. Netherland's family to know how much I prayed for
his safe return and how often I have thought of them. The 36th
anniversary of his being shot down is approaching, so this letter is
hopefully timely and it is my simple hope that someone from his family
will read this letter and know that I have grieved along with them all
these years. I keep my
bracelet in a special glass box of other treasures from my past, and
it will hold meaning for me forever. I have told both of my
grown children about Roger Netherland too, and will let them know this
last chapter.
Thank you for providing a place for me to write. I feel a connection with his family just by putting these thoughts in writing.
Sincerely,
Barbara Powers
BPowers@maine.rr.com
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From: Kitty1106@aol.com Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2003 02:02:26 EDT I have the bracelet of Capt. Charles Stratton, who according to the POW/MIA records -- is from 01/03/71 - I am NOT returning the bracelet but did want to let the Stratton family know that I have his bracelet and at least until I hear 100% that he's either been found or not going to be found, I will keep it w/me. If you wish to contact me, my e-mail address is Kitty1106@aol.com . |
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From: AESLEK@aol.com Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2003 14:48:41 EDT To the family of Captain David Rickel, missing since 5-16-68. I just read about this website in the local newspaper. Right away, I knew I needed to check on Captain Rickel. I am sorry to read that he is still missing. I remember receiving his bracelet while I was a college student. With each subsequent conflict that the U.S. is involved in, it reminds me that Captain Rickel and many others like him are the true heroes on earth. The Iraq war has really hit me close to home as I now have sons who are old enough to serve in the military. I hope that you are finally able to find Captain Rickel so as to give your family answers to your prayers. I would love to hear from anyone who knew Captain Rickel. God Bless. aeslek@aol.com |
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From: "Marcum Family"
<the3marcums@nxs.net> Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2003 15:59:26 -0400
To the family of PVT.
Nolen R. Hutchings
Before the fate of your son was known, I
had ordered two MIA/POW bracelets. Yesterday I received the two
bracelets, one with your son's name on it. If a family member
happens to read this message and would like the unworn bracelet,
please contact me at ravador@nxs.net.
May God bless your family.
Myra L. Marcum
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From: "Marcum Family"
<the3marcums@nxs.net> Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2003 16:01:22 -0400
To the Family of SPC
James M. Kiehl
Before the fate of SPC James M. Kiehl was
known, I ordered two MIA/POW bracelets, and one of the two I received
was in honor of SPC Kiehl. If any family member happens to read
this message, I will return the bracelet to you. Please contact me at ravador@nxs.net.
May God bless your family.
Myra Marcum
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From: Dld0908@aol.com Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2003 22:38:52 EDT Subject: Capt. Gray D. Warren For 30 years I have kept Caption Warren's POW bracelet in my jewelry box. I have always thought or dreamed that he was one of the "lucky" ones. I know today that a family still grieves for Caption Warren. I wish them well and, that for 30 years he has been a part of me. I married a Marine that survived the war, however the war has followed us for 28 years. I am sure that for some reason in this life, I was fortunate enough to receive Capt. Gray Dawson Warren's Bracelet. God Love you. Dianne Davis |
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From: "Barbour, Kelly" <kelly.barbour@firstcitizens.com> Subject: LOVELETTERS Date: Wed, 30 Apr 2003 15:14:05 -0400 TO LILLIAN GRACE BICKEL: I JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW I WAS VERY TOUCHED WITH THE STORY OF MAJOR JAMES W. GRACE THAT CAME ALONG WITH THE POW/MIA BRACELET I ORDERED. I WAS AMAZED AT THE POSTCARD YOU RECEIVED FROM HAWAII BACK IN 1982. I CANNOT EVEN IMAGINE ALL THE EMOTIONS YOU AS WELL AS YOUR CHILDREN HAVE GONE THROUGH OVER THE YEARS...THE NOT KNOWING WHAT EXACTLY HAPPENED MUST STILL BE A POINT OF FRUSTRATION FOR YOU ALL. YOUR DEVOTION TO HIM EVEN AFTER YOU REMARRIED IS ABOVE REPROACH AND SHOULD SERVE AS A SHINING EXAMPLE TO ALL OF HUMANITY. I KNOW YOUR CHILDREN MUST BE VERY PROUD TO HAVE A MOTHER LIKE YOU. AS I READ THE SYNOPSIS OF MAJOR GRACE, I CAN ONLY HOPE THAT SOMEHOW, SOMEWAY HE KNOWS WHAT A WONDERFUL FAMILY YOU RAISED. YOU AND
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From:
"Charles Michael Harlan " <mikie@epowerc.net> Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 22:17:11 -0500
I still have the bracelet of Capt.
Alan Mateja, I would like to to contact
the family or they can contact be,
My email address is mikie@epowerc.net
or my address is
Mike Harlan
591 Wiseman Rd. Sw.
Corydon, In. 47112
As you can see I do not live they far from
were the Capt is from. thanks My God be with you.
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From: "Donna Paszek" <dmpaszek@comcast.net> Date: Sat, 3 May 2003 15:11:32 -0400
To the family of LT.
COL. HAROLD KAHLER
I have had the bracelet
of Lt. Col. Kahler since 1970. About 5 or 6 years ago my husband
and I went to a nearby town that had the moving wall. With
bracelet in hand I asked about his status hoping beyond hope to find
he was back with his family. I was prepared to hear of his death
but to find he was still missing was like being hit in the chest with
a hammer. It is hard to explain the force this
information hit me with. I began crying and my husband and
the veterans cried with me. I have since been to Washington DC
and visited the actual wall and left flowers at his name. This
September I will have close friends visiting from France and will take
them to visit the wall and "my" soldier. This
family cared for the grave of my uncle killed in WWII at the Battle of
the Bulge and the two families have been close for over 58 years.
I know what it means to have others care about a loved one, especially
our soldiers.
I just found this
website by accident and this was the first I was able to find any
personal information about Lt. Col. Kahler. Thank you so
much for posting the information so I now know a little about the man
and the circumstances surrounding his status as an MIA. I would
love to be in touch with his family and to receive information and
possibly a photo of him. I work in genealogy and would love to
add his photo to those of my family because he has been a part of it
for so many years. The bracelet and Lt. Col. Kahler will remain
with me and my family forever.
My email address is: dmpaszek@comcast.net
Most sincerely, Donna Knechtel Paszek
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From: <tamz@bellsouth.net> Date: Sat, 3 May 2003 21:50:34 -0500
Dear family, since I was
9 I have carried Sgt. Schreckengost's bracelet,
I am 41 now and I feel quite guilty for not having worn it constantly.
I have always felt that I let him down. Life did not allow me to wear
the bracelet. For example in the Army I could not wear it. Well I go
to the moving wall every year to see all the guys names and
pay what respect that I can, I was too young to help with their fight.
I guess my question is despite the fact that he was brought home
in 1991 I would like to continue to honor him by wearing his
bracelet, but I will need to cut a piece from it and wear it on a
chain. I hope this will not offend you. I have to do this. He is
of course yours but I too have carried him in my heart since
childhood. Thank you and please forgive me.
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From: "Linda Strumph"
<linda24lou@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 05 May 2003 02:43:34 +0000
To the family of Roscoe Fobair,
I recently read about this site. I'm in
awe knowing a little about the man, the name on the bracelet, I wore
in remembrance. That was back in 1971, I was in 7th grade.
I no longer have the bracelet, but his name is forever etched in my
mind.
It was interesting reading of a nephew's love for
'Uncle Ross'. He sure admired that man. To know your
uncle could fly a jet had to be awesome at that young age.
God Bless you, Bruce Griffin for not giving up on your Uncle. I can
imagine how greatful the whole family must be, knowing the status or
your son, brother, and uncle. It had to be a bittersweet moment for
all of you.
For some reason, in my senior year of high
school, I became interested in the Vet Nam war. It had ended
by then, but there was something calling me to learn more. I
have no clue why. I read books, watch documentaries, and I've
seen all the movies.
Many don't agree with the choices of
sending our troops into combat, but let me say, all soldiers are
heroes. I don't know if it's because I'm the daughter of a
Marine or that I'm just very patriotic. I'm proud of my
country and the Veterans, some gave all and all gave some, for
her. As I'm sure you were just as proud of Roscoe. God Bless
Him.
I'm so inspired by this site, I wrote to
Ann Landers asking that she publish the web address for others to
find their POW/MIA's names and status.
I'll always remember the name of your
loved one. I hope you all have found peace and happiness.
Sincerely, Linda Strumph
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From: JLYBLYMAMA@aol.com Date: Wed, 7 May 2003 00:58:07 EDT
To the Family of Lt. James Plowman
missing in action since 3-24-l967
Please know that you are in my prayers. I was very Happy to find this site, but so sad to see that My Hero did not return. I have always wondered and prayed that he would return, but even though he is not with you. He will always be one of the many Hero's that gave of them self, so we could have Peace. After Watching the POW "s return to Travis AFB in California. I was so
hopeful that James would return. God Bless You and God Bless America
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From: Jbnschmitt@aol.com Date: Sat, 10 May 2003 16:50:42 EDT To the family of Sgt. Edward J. Anquiano, I am very sorry for your loss. I have a POW /MIA bracelet that I had made with Sgt. Anquiano's name on it. I would like to return it to you and if you would like to have it please contact me at my e-mail address: marysbears5@yahoo.com Or you may contact me by mail: Mary Schmitt 6150 Silver Spur Dr. Lithonia, Ga. 30058 I have a son in the Air Force who is still overseas. I am proud of all our men and women who have sacrificed for our freedom. God Bless them and their families. |
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From: "BARBARA PASQUARELLO"
<bpasquarello52@msn.com> Date: Tue, 13 May 2003 11:51:16 -0400
I have just adopted John Robert Painter, Jr.
from operation just cause. He is from Vineyard Haven,
Massachusetts. I would like to find out more about John.
If any family members see this, please e-mail me at the above address.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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From: "Johns, David F." <JohnsD@uthscsa.edu> Subject: From a family member Date: Wed, 14 May 2003 11:59:19 -0500
I just
happened across your site today and was really touched by some of the
letters to families. It is soon approaching the 35th anniversary
of the day I lost my father. Paul F.
Johns was shot down over Laos 28 June 1968. I was
living in base housing at Little Rock AFB with my mom & step-father
and was outside playing football with my friends when I first saw the
blue sedan approaching. You can't be raised in an Air Force family
and not understand the significance of that sedan. My heart sank
when the sedan stopped in front of our house. My father was a bit
of a hell raiser, he liked to party with the guys. But he was
always there for my brother and me and picked us up every summer to go
to my grandmothers in Laconia, Indiana. While my brother and I
frolicked with our cousins and friends, dad would go squirrel hunting
and running around with his boyhood friends. I remember one of
them, Peck he was called, a large man with a ready smile and always a
kind word for my brother and I. About the only thing my father
enjoyed more than partying was flying. Man he loved to fly and his
favorite bird had to be the A1-H Skyraider. As I sit here, I
wonder how things might have gone if had not done that 3rd tour in
Vietnam. Would he be proud of the way his Granddaughter turned
out, now a 31 y.o. mom? Would he enjoy watching his great-grandson
play little league ball? Would he enjoy watching his now
16 year old grandson play hockey? Would he enjoy his youngest
granddaughters Middle School band concert? Would he have approved
of the way I led my life? So many questions left unanswered.
All I can say is I miss him terribly and hope he knows that all of his
grandchildren & great-grandchildren are aware of the sacrifice he
made for our country. I is a heavy price to pay but freedom is
certainly worth it.
Thanks for
your time and effort.
David Johns
San
Antonio, Texas
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From: ClayConcil@aol.com Date: Thu, 15 May 2003 16:08:57 EDT TO the Family of Michael McElhanon: I have had a bracelet with his name on it since I was younger than 10. The whole experience thinking of him, wondering what happened to him has had a lifelong impact on how I think of war. I am so sorry you have no more information on him but please know he served his country and there is no greater honor. (My uncle was an Army colonel with 2 tours in Vietnam.) As an adult, I was in Washington DC and went to the wall. Despite the odd press it received, it is a breathtaking memorial. I found his name. I said a prayer. I cried. He had an impact. He is not forgotten. Clayconcil @aol.com |
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From: "Vicky L Gailey" <cdsatutor@sbcglobal.net> Date: Thu, 15 May 2003 13:30:00 -0500
Thank you for such a comprehensive web site. For years I have
searched sites trying to find word of what happened to the young warrant
officer whose name is on the POW bracelet I wore during the Vietnam War
and still keep in my jewelry box. I was never able to find
any information on him and hoped this meant he returned safely to his
home. Unfortunately, I did find his name on your list and now know
his remains were identified in 1990. The news of his death is sad,
but I am so glad his loved ones can have closure. I especially am
appreciative of the biographical notes that your site supplied about CWO
William Dunlap.
Many of the questions I have asked myself over the years have been
answered.
You provide a great service for those seeking information about
particular military members and also for those doing research.
Thank you again. May God bless all those who have served and continue to
serve our country.
Vicky L Gailey
gailey1@cox.net
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From: "BARBARA PASQUARELLO"
<bpasquarello52@msn.com> Date: Fri, 16 May 2003 07:33:19 -0400
I have just adopted Barry A. Bidwell, and
Raymond Vincent DeBlasio, from Operation Just Cause.
I would to find out more about them. If anyone has any
informaton about them, please contact me at the above e-mail address.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Barbara
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From: "ROBERT JENNINGS"
<keystone1@sprintmail.com> Date: Fri, 16 May 2003 11:41:04 -0500
I have a bracelet with the name
PFC ROBERT PHILLIPS 6-23-70. I hope he has returned
to his family. He went to war for us when I was 16 yrs. old. I wish I
culd give him this bracelet. Robert.
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From: Mrsshovelrider@aol.com Date: Sat, 17 May 2003 13:05:36 EDT To The Family Of Robert N Ireland USAF 4/22/70 I just found out about this website from the newspaper. I looked up names for all the POW/MIA bracelets I wear. I found that the one I have been wearing the longest, has had his remains returned. The bracelet was at one time red, it is now a very worn silver. I have never taken it off except to have surgery on my hand. I am married to a Vietnam Vet and have a large framed picture of the Wall in my living room. I will hang your family members bracelet on that picture unless you would like me to return it to you. I ride my own motorcycle and your family member has spent many hours in the wind with me, he's ridden to some truly beautiful places. I have prayed that his soul and spirit is at peace, and that you now are. Please contact me via e-mail if you are a family member of Robert Ireland and would like his braclet returned to you. In the subject line I ask that you put Robert N Ireland. Glad to take the braclet off, but wish it had been a different outcome. Kim, mrsshovelrider@aol.com |
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From: Jennygiff@aol.com Date: Fri, 23 May 2003 23:03:13 EDT I have worn Capt. Frank E. Fullerton's MIA bracelet for 6 years. I have tried to find his family, but I have never had any luck until today. I was reading the Atlanta Journal today, Friday May 23, 2003 and came upon an article entitled:Fallen pilot gets memorial at home. After reading the first 3 words, I just sat there stunned, looking at the next words,Capt. Frank E.Fullerton. This was the man's name who is on my bracelet that I wear everyday of my life. I was speechless. I am looking at a picture of his daughter placing a flower of his memorial plaque, and his grandson looking at his mother. How blessed I am. I am reading about his family. I now know that he was 34 years old when his plane was shot down. He attended Jonesboro High School ( in Georgia) and graduated in 1950. He has 2 daughters and one son named after him, and at least 2 grandsons. He also has a widow who has wanted a memorial service for her husband since 1978, in his hometown. I now have all this information and I am overwhelmed. I want to return my bracelet to the family but I want his grandson to have his grandfathers bracelet. I will tell his little grandson that I will be forever grateful to his grandfather for dying for his country and for me. I will tell him how honored I have been wearing his grandfathers bracelet. I will tell his grandson thank you. God Bless you all, especially this Memorial Day. Jenny Gifford jennygiff@aol.com |
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From: MandAGrammy@webtv.net (Sandra Woosley) Date: Sat, 24 May 2003 00:07:36 -0500 (CDT)
I have rediscovered a long missing POW-MIA bracelet in a keepsake box. I
cannot remember anything of any value from when I purchased it.
The name on the bracelet is Capt. Murray
Wortham and the date is 12-30-67. I want so much to return
the bracelet to either the Captain or his family. I don't even
remember if he was MIA or a POW. Hopefully he
made it back home where he belonged. Please help me. Thank
you.
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From: Mrspink2@aol.com Date: Sun, 25 May 2003 22:14:25 EDT Subject: JOSEPH DUNN I STILL HAVE AND CHERISH THE MIA/POW BRACELET FOR JOSEPH DUNN MISSING FEBRUARY 14, 1968. I HAVE ALWAYS THOUGHT OF AND PRAYED FOR HIS FAMILY. I NOW HAVE A 12 YEAR OLD SON AND WOULD LOVE TO PASS THE BRACELET AS WELL AS ANY HISTORY ABOUT JOSEPH AND HIS FAMILY DOWN TO HIM. IF ANYONE OR HIS FAMILY HAS ANY INFORMATION TO SHARE I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT. IT IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE ONE OF MY MOST PRECIOUS POSSESIONS AND I HOPE ONE DAY IT WILL MEAN THE SAME THING TO MY SON. THANK YOU!!!! |
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Date: Sun, 25 May 2003 20:14:57 -0700 (PDT) From: Ian Weingold <ian_1963@yahoo.com>
To: The Family of Rudy Morales Becerra,
MIA 3-24-70
Fr: Ian Weingold, Bracelet Keeper
I am writing you to tell you that I have had one of Rudy's bracelets in
my possesion for over 30 years. It has traveled with me through my life
since I was 7 or 8, I guess. I never knew what happened to him and
always wondered. In June 2000 I decided I wanted to know more and
found his story and that of his Company and Final Mission through the
POW Network. I was
terribly moved, to say the least, and I have shared the story with
friends and family.
Tonight, on the eve of Memorial Day 2003, after tucking my 5 yr. old daughter to bed with my best explanation of tomorrow's meaning and the importance of honoring our soldiers and protectors of our freedom I researched Rudy's story once again, only to find a measure of closure that I had never expected would come.
My thoughts have been with you, although you have never known it, for
many, many years. Now, it's my time to let you know that. I
would be very much like to ask you if you would like for me to send you
this bracelet? I have been proud and honored to have kept it for
all these years, but would be all the more honored to send it to you.
I read on the POW Network that a Ms. Cindy Hamilton has also been the bearer of one of Rudy's bracelets for as long as I. That is a kinship that I never expected. I do hope that she was able to reach you, and that somehow I will too. Sincerely,
Ian Weingold
Sunrise, FL
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From: Jeberez@aol.com Date: Mon, 26 May 2003 19:07:59 EDT I just ran across an article in the Dallas Morning News a few weeks ago and starting reading this web site. I still have my bracelet that I have had since jr. high school and just looked up my guys name. I noticed he was actually from Dallas when he was in the military. I would love to meet his family if they still live here. His name is Maj. Greg Hartness 11-26-1968 . I think this site is wonderful and I hope that people are bale to reunite with the man or family that belongs to the bracelet. Janet Berez jeberez@aol.com |
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From: "Robert Wilcox" <wilcox3@nanosecond.net> Date: Mon, 26 May 2003 16:13:59 -0700
To the family of Lt.
Comm. Kenneth Knabb Jr.
I just discovered this website today and
wish I had found it a long time ago. I have had my bracelet since
the late '60's, early 70's when I received it as a young girl. It
has moved with me from N.J. all the way to the west coast then to Nevada
where I now live with my husband and 19 year old daughter. When I
discovered information on Lt. Com. Knabb Jr. on the internet, my throat
tightened and I felt like I could cry. He seems almost like a
family member after all these years. I hope someone from his
family reads this so they can know that the bracelet will travel with me
on any other moves I make. If someone in the family would like it,
I would be proud to send it.
Kathy Wilcox
wilcox285@hotmail.com
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From: RODIGO2@aol.com Date: Mon, 26 May 2003 20:11:32 EDT Subject: Thank you To whom it may concern: I am so happy I stumbled onto your website. I have a POW bracelet and have been trying to find out if he came home or is still missing. Over the years I have wanted to know, but I had no idea how to start looking. I stumbled onto your website and started checking all your information. Cdr. James Pirie did make it home, unfortunately he has since died of a heart attack. I found a short biography about him. Thank you, I now have the information with the bracelet. Sincerely, Beverly A. Stuart Rodigo |
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From: "Karen" <spinnetje@hotmail.com> Subject: LOVELETTERS: (then) Captains Robert Williams and Rodney Strobridge (MIA may 11, 1972) Date: Wed, 28 May 2003 22:41:38 +0200
To the families, friends
and others who will read this,
First of I would like to
say that I think the bracelets are a wonderful way to remember. I had
not heard of this before untill I started searching for information for
these 2 pilots but when I have found a way to afford it, I will try
to get a bracelet for each of them.
Eventhough I live on the
other side of the world and the fact that I wasn't born untill after the
war, it has had a deep impact on me; especially the way the vets
were treated upon their return home and the abandonment of POWs and
MIAs.
I have a hard time understanding why a country that says it has such a compassion and respect for humanity where other countries are concerned, has handled (and still handles) its own men and their families with such disrespect.
I've "adopted"
Robert Williams and Rodney Strobridge in hopes of being able to make a
contribution (even if it is a tiny one) in the process of giving their
families closure on what has happened.
Since I have not had any contact with members of either family, I have not been able to ask if they will allow a stranger like me getting involved. By no means do I intend to open up old wounds or offend anyone. All I want is to show that, also on this side of the world, these men are not forgotten.
If you would like me to
remove the information I have found or want to contact me for any other
reason I would welcome you to do so. My email address is
spinnetje@hotmail.com.
Sincerely,
Karen Tiggelaar, the
Netherlands.
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From: XoPeggyoX@aol.com Date: Wed, 28 May 2003 20:37:48 EDT Capt. Cleveland Scott Harris, 2/29/68 Today on Oprah there were two men who went to Viet Nam on business. While there -they discovered American Dog Tags being sold at a flea market. They looked through them and at the names but didn't buy them. The fact that they left the Dog Tags behind weighed heavy on their minds. These men flew back to Viet Nam four months later to retrieve the dogs tags. The bought as many as they could find which totaled over 600. They brought the dog tags home to America and started their search for the rightful owners. The search included setting up a web site (www.founddogtags.com). They have made many, many matches and have been able to help several Viet Nam Vets find some sense of closure. The stories of reuniting these men with their dog tags touched me deeply, the audience was also in tears. They even united the two men with one of the Viet Nam Vets on the show. This inspired me to retrieve, from my jewelry box, the POW bracelet I wore faithfully as a child to see if I could return it to its rightful owner, Capt. C. Scott Harris. This is how I came upon this web site. I first went to the list of POW's to find Capt. Harris's name. What I read came as a blow. As a child, I remember waiting for his name to appear across the television as 'returned home'. I could swear with my entire being that I saw his name. I thought for all these years that my POW, Capt. C. Scott Harris, came home alive. This is not the case. Capt. Harris was MIA after his plane was hit by a surface to air missile on the outskirts of Hanoi. His remains were not sent home until April of 1985. I am grief stricken by this news. I feel as if I have been punched in the stomach. If the family of Capt. Cleveland Scott Harris should come across this letter and desire his bracelet be sent to you, please email me. It was worn by a child who wanted your loved one to come home. My heart felt sympathy to the family of a brave young man who served his country with the ultimate sacrifice. Peggy G. |
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From: MCATSTONE@aol.com Date: Sun, 1 Jun 2003 10:46:41 EDT Subject: S/SGT. JOSEPH L. SIMPSON of DENVER, CO. (ARMY) Hi, my name is BOB and I'am from LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK I still have Mr. Simpson's silver braclet. I received it when I was in high school in 1973. I still have it because of what it means and also wondered if anyone out there would like it returned. If the Simpson family would like it returned they can contact me at MCATSTONE@AOL.COM. Sincerely yours, BOB |
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Date: Mon, 02 Jun 2003 23:27:27 -0700 From: "cj." <lilith@charter.net> Subject: Richard A. Alm - Love letter To the family and friends of Richard Alm, I was 5 years old when Vietnam 'became' an active conflict. I was 15 when Saigon fell. All my young life, I cannot remember a time when Nam wasn't somewhere in my day. When I was in my 20's, I sent for a bracelet of a MIA/POW. Richard's was the one that I was sent. I have been wearing his bracelet for almost 20 years. I cannot explain how anyone can 'connect' with a small band of metal, but I have. The traveling Memorial Wall came to my town, and I walked down the panels, looking for his name. I found it, and took a rubbing. I am unsure how I managed to do that through the tears. Richard is my friend. I find myself missing him, and I worry about him. And not a single day goes by that I don't think of him. I have found out where he went to high school, and his military career. I have a copy of his graduating year book, the Lumberjack. I know the names of all the men in his crew lost Feb 1 1966. Peter Vlahakos; Albert M. Prevost; Russell B. Luker; Galen F. Humphrey and Donald L. Coates. I want you to know that there are others who wear his bracelet also. Two that I have contact with. Each of us care about him, remember him, think of him and never take our bracelets off, not until he comes home. He is not forgotten. His sacrifice, and yours, is not ignored. I would like contact with anyone who knew Richard or the crew of the DASC. Or anyone who wears their bracelets. If any friends or family members are reading this, please contact me. Christine Moody lilith@charter.net PO Box 1476 Port Orchard, Wa 98366
OOC:
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From: "Jacquelyn Hoffman"
<jhoff328@wi.net> Date: Sun, 8 Jun 2003 17:48:04 -0500
to the family of: ralph
eugene foulks, jr.
usn, home listed as: ridgecrest,ca
DURING A RECENT MOVE, I WAS GOING THROUGH
SOME THINGS FROM HIGH SCHOOL, I GRADUATED IN 1967, I CAME ACROSS THE
BRACELET THAT I WORE CONSTANTLY. IT WAS RALPH'S. A
FLOOD OF EMOTIONS OVERCAME ME. I HAD TALKED TO HIM EVERYDAY,
BY TOUCHING THE BRACELET, PRAYING THAT HE WOULD BE SAFE. AFTER
ALMOST 30 YEARS, I FOUND OUT THAT THAT WAS NOT TO BE, WITH THE
HELP OF COMPUTERS NOW, I FOUND HIS NAME ON THE MIA LIST. I CAN
NOT TELL YOU WHAT A HEART ACHE I AM FEELING RIGHT NOW. I FEEL LIKE I
HAVE JUST LOST A GOOD AND CLOSE FRIEND. HE WAS WITH ME FOR EVERY
MAJOR EVENT IN MY LIFE. AND NOW I FIND THAT HE IS GONE. I
AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. BUT I SEE THAT HE DID COME HOME.
SOMEDAY I WILL LEAVE THIS BRACELET AT THE WALL, IT IS THE LEAST I CAN
DO TO REMEMBER AN OLD FRIEND. GOD BLESS YOU ALL, AND MAY GOD
BLESS AMERICA!
SINCERELY, JHOFF328@WI.NET
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From: "Cathy Connelly" <cathyconnelly@sbcglobal.net> Date: Tue, 10 Jun 2003 00:18:45 -0500
For the family of Colonel Howard Horton Smith
of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: I live in Ardmore and pray nearly every
night for the return of your loved one.
I was adopted at birth, and given to understand that my biological
father was a serviceman. Knowing nothing else, except that my birth
mother's name may have been Smith, was the reason I chose this hero as
my special person. He is not forgotten, and I and my three-year-old
daughter will continue to pray for you and for him.
Sincerely, Cathy Connelly
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From: "Colleen Graber"
<cgraber1@nycap.rr.com> Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 19:47:40 -0400
Hi, my name is Colleen and I just
learned about this web site. I have been wearing my P.O.W.'s bracelet
since I was a teenager. His name is Ralph
Pattillo. I don't know if this is the way to go about it
but if any of Ralph's family is out there....or is curious about
who wears his bracelet....Or any one who knew him.... I am SO
PROUD to "carry" this man with me every day.I
would love to hear from you. I have not forgotten Ralph...nor will I
ever.
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Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 17:34:19 -0700 (PDT) From: Amanda Hornung <wayneu94@yahoo.com> Subject: Gregory R. Benton Jr 5-23-69
To whom it may concern:
I have been wear Gregory R. Benton Jr.s POW-MIA
bracelet for over 5 years now. Me being only 17 and have never
take it off through standing up in weddings, homecoming, and even my
senior Prom, my dedication has been more than I knew I had in me.
Over the years it has given my comfort and hope for many things, and
recently my 19 year old cousin was sent to Operation Iraqi Freedom,
this frightened me alot and knowing that things such as the MIA, could
happen to such devoted individuals willing to give their lives for our
country. The reason I was writing was because over all these
years I had yet to look up the status or any further information I
didn't already know. And to my surprise the facts were present
long ago. I just wanted to let the family know that I have
been wearing it since the day I got it and would love to
talk to them if the opportunity arises! Thank you very much for you
time and hope to hear something back!
Sincerly,
Amanda Hornung
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From: "john reddie" <lreddie@attbi.com> Date: Fri, 20 Jun 2003 18:22:57 -0400
To the Family of Lt.
Allan P. Collamore, Jr.:
I have worn the POW/MIA bracelet with
Allan's name for about six years now and I was so saddened to read the
newspaper article stating that Allan's remains had been
identified. I can only hope that you will now find some peace
and closure.
If you would like Allan's bracelet
returned to you, please contact me at lreddie@attbi.com.
Otherwise, I will continue to wear Allan's bracelet, with a star
attached, until all POW/MIA's are home.
Please know that both Allan and your
family will continue to be in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Lisa Reddie
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From: "Susie Marsh" <smarsh4@kc.rr.com> Subject: William Cooper Pierson III Date: Sat, 21 Jun 2003 14:27:44 -0500
Dear Family of William Pierson III,
When the bracelets for our POW's and MIA's
came out, I bought my then ten year old daughter one.
She wore it for a very long time and then put it in her jewelry box. She and
I had just talked about William and the other POW's and MIA's the
other day, the next week I ran into this site. We were amazed we could
find information about William and felt the pain and memory of Vietnam
surface. We feel so sorry that you have lived with the loss of years
with William. We want you to know how grateful and proud we are of him.
We sincerely pray that you have found some peace in your hearts. The
bracelet is to be returned when William returns home. If at anytime you
would like to have it, we would be happy to send it to you. If by any
chance he has returned please let us know. Until we hear, the
bracelet and our unknown hero will remain with us in our hearts, and we
will continue to pray for his return.
With love and prayer's,
Susie Marsh and Lyla Alejo
Email- smarsh4@kc.rr.com
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From: "Bev Hinton" <ronbevhint@msn.com> Date: Sat, 21 Jun 2003 14:54:47 -0700
It was great to find this POW-MIA sight. In
1969 my husband and I did volunteer work for the POW-MIA group
in Panorama City, CA., along with a dear friend, Nancy Collins.
For many tears I wore the bracelet of Larry James Stevens. I still
have it after 3 decades and would be honoured to give it to his
parents or any family member. I can be e-mailed at
ronbevhint@msn.com
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Date: Sun, 22 Jun 2003 22:04:04 -0500 From: Bryan McKinney <jbmckin@attbi.com>
To the family of Army SGt George R. Brown
MIA on 3/28/1968
I have just found on this site that his remains were returned and
identifed on 12/18/2001.
I received a bracelet labeled M/Sgt George Brown back when I was in
high school, around 1971 or whenever they first came out. I can't even
remember now.
As far as I can tell, there was only one George Brown listed as
POW/MIA. Especially on that date. I don't know what his actual rank
was, but I don't think it was E5.
I just wanted you to know I carried this bracelet all these many years
and often wondered what had happened. I spent 14 years in the Marines
and often wondered if my name would end up on a bracelet somewhere. I
was lucky.
I would like to send the bracelet to you, if you want. If I can't
reach you, I'll just wait until I can go to The Wall.
God Bless.
Bryan McKinney
1629 Fuqua Dr.
Flower Mound, TX 75028
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From: "Bev Miller" <beveee@verizon.net> Subject: Captain Gerald Coffee Date: Mon, 23 Jun 2003 19:53:45 -0400
I recently had the most wonderful honor of
meeting the POW whose name was on the bracelet I wore for so many
years. I was listening to the radio when I heard them interviewing a
POW from Vietnam, and when he said his name I just couldn't believe
it. I told my husband it was the man on my bracelet. We rushed home
and got it out and called the radio station. They gave me his website
and I checked it out, only to find out it was him for sure, he was
shot down on 2-3-66, the same date that was on my bracelet. I sent an
e-mail to him, and heard back shortly thereafter from his wife Susan.
She said it was him, and he was now a motivational speaker and was
traveling, but she forwarded my letter to him. That same day I got an
e-mail from him, it was so amazing. I had always hoped I would be able
to meet the person I prayed for and give him the bracelet I wore for
many years. We chatted back and forth in e-mails and I decided I was
going to send him his bracelet as I felt he should have it. But then
his wife called and asked me if I lived near St. Petersburg, Florida
because he was there doing a speech and would like us to be his
guests. I told her it was about an hour away and we would be honored
to be able to meet him. I cannot begin to explain how it felt to
actually meet this person and see he was alive and well. It was
overwhelming. We were able to watch his presentation and learned what
a remarkable speaker he is and we found out so much about him during
his presentation. I had given him his bracelet (which by the way
wasn't easy to do, like giving away part of your past) before the
show. During the show he told of how the POWS communicated using a tap
code and when their spirits were down a new POW came into the camp and
told them how people were wearing the bracelets to support them and he
said it lifted their spirits. He then held his up and introduced me.
There sure were a lot of tears, but it was one of the most memorable
days of my life. He had been a POW for seven years, many of which he
spent in solitary confinement. He is truly a remarkable man, a great
motivational speaker, and my husband and I are truly honored to have
met him. So to all who haven't found their POW yet, don't give up
hope, dreams do come true.
Bev Miller
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From: "Joan Patterson"
<pattersoj9@k12tn.net> Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2003 15:02:38 -0400
I was only a twelve year old girl in 1968. I
didn't know much about why we were at war but I knew that my brother was
in Okinawa in the Air Force and that he may not come home. Even at
that young age, I felt the need to do something...I heard about the POW
bracelets and ordered one. The name of Col.
Edwin Palmgren, a name I have known as well as my own for
many years, was inscribed on the bracelet. I didn't know the man
but I immediately adopted him into my prayers. I still have the
bracelet today, of which I am very proud. I would like to tell the
family of Col. Edwin Palmgren that he is not forgotten and that his
sacrifice will never go unappreciated. My father, now 81, is a
World War II veteran. He has raised a very patriotic and very
grateful daughter; thankful that I am an American and thankful for
those who have given their lives for us.
I didn't know this web site was here, just
stumbled upon it and I'm so glad I did. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Joan Patterson
Knoxville, TN
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From: "irene dobson" <irenedobson@msn.com> Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2003 20:23:05 -0700
I
am writing this e-mail to the family of
HM2 Donald C. Dean
USN
10-2-69 NVN
I just wanted to let
you know that I have been wearing your loved
one's MIA bracelet for over 20 years and I still pray that one day HM2
Dean will get to come home. Please know that
HM2 Dean will never be forgotten by myself and that I will continue to
wear his bracelet and pray for him. I also am the wife of a retired Navy
Corpsman. My husband like
your loved one also served his sea duty with the Marines
as a field corpsman.
I would appreciate if you could send me any
information on HM2 Dean. Please know that the sacrifice your
family and HM2 Dean made for our country was not in vain but truly,
truly appreciated.
Peace and Prayers
Irene Dobson
IreneDobson@msn.com
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From: "Jones, Debbie" <Debbie.Jones@HillPhoenix.com> Subject: Capt. Thomas Beyer Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2003 11:48:31 -0400
Capt. Thomas Beyer
Branch:03/US Air Force
Unit:20th Tactical Air Force Support Squadron
Bracelet Dated: July 30, 1969
To the Family of Capt. Thomas Beyer,
I have a Copper MIA Bracelet I wore years as a teenager some 32 years
ago and for what reason I took it off I'm not sure.
Although then I really didn't realize the true meaning of the war and
what impact it would have on him or his family. War is not always fair
or the answer but there comes a time when we have to protect and serve
to make the world we live in a better place.
I respect and honor all of those that have served our country and all of
those brave men and women who will continue serve our country.
I now have two son's and can not imagine what Capt. Thomas Beyer and you as his family went through or have gone through all these years.
Last night I was in my attic and found my bracelet I thought I had Lost
years ago I sat and cried not knowing what had happened to Capt. Thomas
Beyer the man I have always remembered by name. One of my son's not
knowing what I had found said I acted as if I had been on a treasure
hunt with all the things from their childhood I had brought down for
them to
see. When I showed my bracelet he knew that I had found what I
considered to be a great find. There couldn't have been a better
time to find or to put my bracelet back on for tomorrow is the July 4th,
2003 and I will wear and honor Capt. Thomas Beyer and will treasure
always.
My Heart, Love and Prayers are with you
Debbie Jones
2330 Farmer Road
Conyers, GA 30012
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Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2003 19:41:27 -0400 Subject: Clifton E. Cushman From: Ellen Brown <ellenbmaine@juno.com>
Dear family members of Cliff,
My name is Natalie and I'm from Maine. When my best friend and I
decided to go on vacation together, we had no idea how memorable it
would be. We decided to go to Washington DC after school got out.
It was out fifth day there when we saw the Korean, Lincoln, and Vietnam
Memorials. We stopped to look at getting some souvenirs when we
saw a bunch of POW
bracelets. My best friend and I each bought one. I quickly
put it on and began reading the three page summary of his death.
My POW bracelet was by the name of Clifton Emmet Cushman. Since
the "Wall" was right there we both search for the order on the
wall. Much to our excitement, we found them both and took
pictures. I told my friend that as soon as I got home, I would try
to contact the Family of my new friend. I have been trying to
locate a family of Clifton Cushman for the last week or
so. I am glad that I can write to you and please write back at
ellenbmaine@juno.com
Sincerely,
Natalie
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From: Graceandgrace@aol.com Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2003 21:50:56 EDT To the family of George William Clarke, Jr. On this July 4th, I just happened to think of the MIA bracelet that I've had for over 30 years. I looked up his name on the list and saw that he is still missing and could still be a prisoner of war. My Dad was in the Air Force in WWII. Just want to say your loved one is not forgotten and on this day I'd like to say Thank You. I hope you will one day find the answer and know closure. Graceandgrace |
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From: "Susan C. Watson" <hooeydoo@bellsouth.net> Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2003 02:11:21 -0400 I
purchased the bracelet for Lt
James Kelly Patterson
(5/19/67) in 1969. I
graduated from high school in 1971 and entered nursing school.
When I started my clinical rotations, my instructors informed me
that I could wear no jewelry with my uniform, including the bracelet, so
I carried it in the pinafore pocket of the school uniform.
After getting out of school and working in the medical field, I
stopped actively wearing the bracelet, but continued to this very day to
carry the bracelet and memory of Lt Patterson.
After obtaining a computer and internet access, I have actively
searched for any information regarding Lt Patterson.
If there are family members who would desire my sending the
bracelet to them, please contact me and I will do so.
I would like to assure Lt Patterson’s family that I, along with
others that I have found who have worn his bracelet, will forever be
grateful for the sacrifice that your loved one made in the name of
freedom. When I was in high
school I considered myself
the lone hawk among a sea of doves.
My father worked for the Department of Defense at that time and I
was proud of the fact that his work included contract procurement for
supplies and goods to be sent to our troops to further enable them to
carry on their duties being equipped with the best that was available. I
regularly check the sites known to me for any updated information
regarding our missing warrior. If
there are family members who would be willing to contact me, or others
who wear the bracelet of Lt James Kelly Patterson, please e-mail me.
Thank you. Susan
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From: "Doug Jones" <DougJones@mris.com> Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2003 02:01:26 -0400
To the family of:
COL. Richard Abbot Kibbey
Delmar, NY.
MIA: February 6, 1967
In 1973 my older sister asked my older brother & I to help her with
a project from school about the soldiers who where & are missing in
Vietnam.
All three of us sent in $5.00 and received bracelets with different names on them. I received COL.Kibbey's name on my bracelet. I want you to know that I have worn this bracelet ever since. He may have been lost, but he was never forgotten! I just wanted you to know that there are still people out here who care.
I was in the Army (Green Beret) with the 1st Special Forces Group in
Okinawa, Japan. Working in the jungles of South East Asia, I would find
myself periodically looking down at my bracelet and would wonder if COL.
Kibbey was still alive or not. Learning how to work in the jungle made
me think, could I find Col. Kibbey? I wish I could have found him
for you
and your family.
God Bless you & your family!
Always remember, Col. Kibbey was & will never be forgotten!
Thank you,
Doug Jones
SFC US Army
18B4LW8
Washington DC area
Phone: 703-919-0646
E-Mail: dougjones@mris.com
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From: <bobog@comcast.net> Subject: Returned MIA : Kenneth R Cameron Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2003 11:05:39 -0500
I wore the MIA bracelet for CDR Kenneth
Cameron, MIA on 5/18/67, For many years in the 60's and
70's.
Since his remains were returned on 03/1974 I would love to
give my bracelet to his family.
Can you help me with this?
sincerely,
Nancy H Browning
bobog@comcast.net
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Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2003 14:02:21 -0700 (PDT) From: brent lewis <bpvlewis@earthlink.net> Subject: Fw: I just read your Loveletter!!
Dear Bev,
I am a friend of Jenny Gifford whom I met thru the POW Network's
Web Site. She had read my Loveletter and e-mailed me and we've
been e-mailing and talking on the phone ever since!! You are
so lucky as is Jenny to have met your POW. I was able to get my
POW's mailing address from Jenny and wrote him a letter and sent it off
in the mail thinking "Well if he do not
write back, all I've lost is a stamp!" Well, he did write
back and he lives in PA a long way from me here in Columbia, South
Carolina! I tried to call him one time last summer, but all I reached
was an answering machine. I never have called him back but plan on
doing so soon.
A brief story of my POW Bracelet: I went to the S.C. State Fair with my family when I was about 13-14 years old. They had some buildings open on the fairgrounds with various booths and tables set up. One of them was a table that was selling POW/MIA bracelets. I am a Veteran's Day Birthday Baby and saw a bracelet with the name of Capt. Robert I. Biss, USAF, 11-11-66. was the day he was shot down in South Vietnam. I would have been only 9 years then and I immediatley picked up the bracelet and my mother paid for it.
I wore the bracelet from the day I got it until the Vietnam War
ended. My father kept up with the Soliders that were released and
one day he called me from work and said"You're POW has been
released and is coming home!!" You can imagine how excited I
was!! That very afternoon my bracelet broke down the middle as if
to say " You don't need to wear me any more,
your Solider is back home and safe!" I also saw him one TV when he
came home!!
For many years I tried to find out how to return it to him. There have been and still are several organizations that promise you that they can help you find your POW/MIA and will provide you with an address to send it back to but the only one I have found to be 100% honest and true is the POW Network. And I found it by one day at work just goofing off and surfing
the net and found the Web Site! I read the whole site and when I
came across the Loveletters Section I immediately sent an e-mail to them
about my POW Bracelet story. That's how Jenny found me!!
And here's the wonderful ending to my story. My father retired
from the Army as a Lt. Col. and I later found out my POW retired from
the Air Force as a Lt. Col also and I am married to a Air Force Man!!
Talk about conincidences!!
I would love to hear from you and I did check out Capt. Coffee's Web Site and might write him about how I could possibly meet my POW one day also!!
Jenny is getting a copy of this e-mail also and Jenny please see if you
can find Lt. Col. Biss' home address. I have lost it and if you
can find it I would be forever grateful to you again for helping me!!
I also am sending the POW Network a copy of this too, so they can add it
to their Loveletters Section. There are so many remarkable stories
out there about all the POW's/MIA's that I felt they should have a copy
of this one as well for their Loveletters Section. I also hope Lt.
Col Biss sees it and hopefully get in touch with me again.
It must have been so remarkable and wonderful to meet your POW!!
Please feel free to e-mail me anytime and hopefully me, you, Jenny and
her friend Kelly in FL will all get to meet each other one day!!
Take care and God Bless,
Pat Lewis
bpvlewis@earthlink.net
P.S. I also plan on purchasing Captain Coffee's book Beyond Survival.
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From: HOCKYBRO@aol.com Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2003 18:27:07 EDT Subject: Bracelet - Sgt. Larry Welsh 1-7-69 Just came across the site where POW's/MIA'S are listed. Years ago I purchased a POW bracelet and received one with a strangers name on it. I wore it for years. It's been in my special "life" collection for years too. Guess it's been over 30 years. I've been to the Wall in DC twice now. Served proudly 1963 to 1969 as a member of The Air National Guard. Today, as a member of The United States Military Veterans Motorcycle Club, I wear a couple of special patches on my vest, one is National Chaplain, & the other is, I wasn't there but I still care. Words cannot express the emotions or feelings of loss that the family members of the people listed on the biography share. I am thankful that men such as Sgt. Larry Welsh lived. Larry is no longer a stranger, I printed his bio & will keep it along with his bracelet. Thank You, Ron Hochhauser USMVM/C-National Chaplain |
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From: Manthadad1996@aol.com Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2003 18:58:01 EDT Subject: hi, I have a bracelet! My name is jack , I have a bracelet that I wear with the name MAJ.KURT McDONALD MIA 12-31-64. this bracelet was worn by my grandmother for as long as I can remember, she asked me to wear it from now on. I'm am a 32 year old gulf war vet. I promise to wear his bracelet until either he is found or I pass . sincerely , JACK |
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From: "trish johnson" <shellrocker@netins.net> Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2003 15:57:49 -0500
Hello,
I just got back from visiting the Vietnam Memorial
Wall this morning, it was in Waverly,Iowa.
I had purchased Maj. Gregg
Hartness bracelet when we were stationed in Wiesbaden Germany
(guessing I was in 2-3rd grade than-maybe 1969). Unfortunally, I
recall my bracelet had broken in half several years later, and through
the moves that a military makes, it had gotten lost. However, I
had never forgotten my POW/MIA's name. I was touched & sadden
when I saw his name on the wall. I read the brief info., about him
@ the "Names Locater", & when I came home went to the web
site they gave me @ the wall to look up any further info., on him.
To his family, I simply wanted to express my sorrow
as well as to let them know that even though I never meet Maj./Col.
Hartness personally, he had touched my life clear back when I was little
through that bracelet, and I have prayed to God to let Gregg know that
his efforts in the war were very much appreciated.
May the Lord be with you, and Bless you.
Trish Johnson
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From: "Mike Aguailar" <mike_aguailar@comcast.net> Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2003 06:48:13 -0700
Hello, my name is Mike Aguailar. About 35 years ago when
I was 15 or 16 yrs old and living in Goleta, California I found a
bracelet near a eucalyptus tree wind break that borders Isla
Vista Elementary and Deveraux Schools. The name on the bracelet is Michael
Louis Laporte nickname "Doc", birthday 08-21-44. Probably a
POW/MIA bracelet, it was custom made, 14KT gold,
English and Asian script with dragon etchings. I was wondering if
you could help me get this bracelet back to the family? Not
until the other day did I find out he was a MIA/POW. I looked up his
name in a search engine and found may memorials. Thanks.
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Reply-To: <marsha@datastar.net> From: "Marsha Burks Megehee" <marsha@datastar.net> Subject: Fw: Band of Metal Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2003 15:25:17 -0000 I noticed your book title
"More Than a Band of Metal" and I would like to post a poem with
that same title in Love Letters. After More
Than a Band of Metal By Marsha
Burks Megehee "It's
more than a band of metal" It
says "You're not forgotten!" This
band circles all my dreams... Beneath
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From: "marcie newton" <fig1158@charter.net> Subject: LCPL JOHN B. NAHAN III / USMC Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2003 21:57:20 -0700
7-28-03
TO WHO IT MAY CONCERN,
MY NAME IS MARCIE NEWTONA ND I AM AN
ASSOCIATE MEMBER OF THE VIETNAM VETERANS CHPATER 68 IN PETOSKEY
MICHIGAN.
I RECENTLY HAD THE CHANCE TO GO THROUGH SOME
THINGS TO ORGANIZE THE PLACE WE HOLD OUR MONTHLY MEETINGS.
UPON GOING THROUGH SOME THINGS I CAME ACROSS
SEVERAL P.O.W. BRACELETS THAT THE CHAPTER TAKES TO FUNCTIONS FROM TIME
TO TIME TO SELL AND MAKE PEOPLE AWARE OF THE GUYS STILL NOT HOME.
I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE THEM HOME
AND RESEARCH THEM ON THE INTERNET.
THE FIRST ONE I FOUND WAS JOHN'S.
I RESEARCHED HIS BIO AND FOUND THAT HE HAS
BEEN FOUND!
I WAS OVERJOYED AND CRYING SO HARD I REALLY
DID NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO NEXT.
I AM HOPING THAT SOMEONE WHO KNOW HIM OR A
FAMILY MEMBER WILL CONTACT ME VIA E-MAIL SO I CAN RETURN THE BRACELET
AND GIVE THEM MY PRAYERS AND LOVE.
I PRAY THAT I CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
SINCERALLY,
MARCIE
MARCIE ANNE NEWTON
WAY UP NORTH PETOSKEY |
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From: Bkdtlem@aol.com Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2003 16:56:30 EDT To the family of Roscoe H. Fobair, When I was a young girl, I remember my mother searching the paper everyday looking for Maj. Fobair's name. She had his bracelet, and prayed he would be in the paper one of those days. She has kept his bracelet all these years in a special box. Recently, I became curious about the name on that bracelet. I researched some sites and found out that only recently did you receive final information on Maj. Fobair. If you would like to contact me to discuss this bracelet, please feel free to do so. My mother has wondered often about him, and I'm sure when I tell her what I have found, it will bring her a sense of closure, also. Sincerely, Karen Lemons |
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Date: Sat, 02 Aug 2003 23:52:51 -0400 From: Dwight Albaugh <dl.albaugh@verizon.net>
I was reminded today that every day I need to thank a vet. I guess I do
most days but Not out loud. I shook hands with one today and I was
reminded that I had held on to a bracelet of one very important vet and
I had never found out if he was home or not. Today with the access we
have with computers, I was grieved to find my answer I have worn and
have had the bracelet of
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From: "RICHARD HUETHER"
<milldogs6@earthlink.net> Subject: loveletter..... to the James Plowman family Date: Mon, 4 Aug 2003 20:5:58 -0400
Dear family of Lt. James Plowman who
was reported missing on 3-24-67. I was a young woman married
to an airman during this time. I wanted to do something, anything
to help so each day I wrote to the govt of VietNam pleading with them to
release our men. I also bought a bracelet which has James name on
it. I have kept the bracelet for all these years in hope that one
day I could return the bracelet to him with gladness in my heart he was
safe. I am sorry I still have this bracelet, but I promise you as
I have since 1967, I will still pray for him and his family members.
I want you to know that I appreciate what you have given up in order for
me to live safe. I will always honor his name. And I will
always honor your sacrifice. Susan
--- RICHARD HEATHER
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From: "Beth Storrs" <vt7778@cox.net> Subject: POW Sgt. Robert Ireland Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2003 19:23:10 -0400
I wanted to let you know how sorry I am
for your loss of S/M/Sgt. Robert Ireland. I have had his POW
bracelet since I was in high school in Bluefield, West Virginia. I
am now 47 and through the computer learned of his identification and the
circumstances surrounding his disappearance. I have often wondered
and hoped over the years that he was one of the ones that was able to
return home to his family. I want you to know that I have never
forgotten him and the sacrifices he made for all of us.
I hope that you have found peace since he has been returned to you.
Very truly yours,
Beth (Deitz) Storrs
VT7778@cox.net
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From: deedee4060@aol.com Date: Sat, 9 Aug 2003 20:58:49 EDT Subject: Sgt. Refugio Thomas Teran I would like to know if there is a way to contact this man's relatives. I have a MIA bracelet with his name on it and through the years have always wondered if he was found. After reading his bio and seeing that he was identified in 2002 I was happy that his family finally got the closure they needed. I would like to let them know that he was not only on his family's mind but also on the mind of a 12 year old girl who is now 43 with a son serving in the Navy. God bless him and his family. |
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Date: Tue, 19 Aug 2003 20:02:10 -0700 (PDT) From: David Doby <racer8bud@yahoo.com>
I had for years wanted a bracelet and never know exactly how to get one.
One day out of the blue I was in the parking lot of the Golden Gallon
and someone pulled in driving a van with POW/MIA logos and stickers just
covering it. I took a chance and asked if he knew where I could get a
bracelet. He stated he had none from SC but had from his home state.
State didn't matter to me my main concern having one was. I have a
bracelet for LtCol. Russell D. Galbraith USAF
from Ohio. I wear it with pride and have gone on the internet to look
for info pertaining to him so my children could see what this bracelet
is symbolic of. LtCol. Galbraith was listed as MIA 12/11/68 and status
changed to KIA/BNR While his Body may not have come home his spirit and
memory will have a home with me and my children for all times. I will
pass my bracelet on when my children can be responsible for it and they
can take up the watch to see if and when the status of the LtCol
changes. I wear my bracelet constantly with pride and take pride in
having it when people see it and ask what it is. It is the most
comfortable piece of Jewlery that I have and goes with anything that I
wear because of the meaning that it has. Somedays I start my day with
telling the LtCol. good morning and other days when things are bad I
reach down and twist it on my wrist and think that my day really isn't
all that bad. I only wish more people wore them and we could bring the
issue of POW/MIA to the forefront where it belongs our men, our heroes,
our fathers, brothers, husbands need to be home and given all the
respect that is due to them. I love all of them deeply for the sacrifice
that they made for me and my country. I don't have that large of a
family but it has grown by the numbers that include everyone that is
related to LtCol. Galbraith whether they know it or not they are my
family I grieve with them for their lose. I could never imagine the pain
that they feel or have felt, but the sorrow I! feel for them if only a
small portion is indescribable. God Bless the LtCol. and his family and
the families of those who gave all.
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From: "Ginop" <ginop@freeway.net> Subject: WO James D. Carter Date: Tue, 19 Aug 2003 16:22:41 -0400
To the family of WO James D. Carter,
My name is Michelle and I
have had the honor of wearing his POW band on my wrist. In
research through the pownetwork.org site I've learned that he was found
and identified in 1995. I cherish this band and often think of
him.
I am the kind of person that
needs to have something of a loved one that has been lost. To give
his band to a member of his family is what I would like to do.
You can contact me via E-mail michelle_ginop@hotmail.com
Now that James is found my thoughts are with
you.
Thank you
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From: "Mari Bem" <mbem@ole.net> Subject: ARTHUR STEWART MEARNS bracelet Date: Mon, 25 Aug 2003 14:51:41 -0400
To the Family of LT.COL. ATRHUR STEWART MEARNS,
I have just learned about LT.COL.MEARNS, The mans bracelet I proudly
started to wear in 5th grade hoping and praying he would return home
safely. I send my deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. As I
know this is a painful situation, I will make this short. I was wondered
if you would be interested in having Arthur's bracelet for your own
keepsake. My father is a
veteran, He was a Marine in WWII, and I am proud of his Military
involvement. He died of natural causes later in life, but I still enjoy
looking at his pictures and medals he earned. If you are interested , I
look forward to hearing from you.
The best to you and your family, again I send my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Mary
Mary Atoinette Bem
P. O. Box 122
Milford, MI. 48381
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From: "Linda" <lamich@altelco.net> Date: Tue, 26 Aug 2003 11:35:53 -0400
To the family of Kenneth Harry Widon,
My name is Linda Michael. I've had Kenneth's bracelet for many
years. I found this webpage in late 2001. When I
checked on Kenneth's status today I discovered that he is finally able
to rest in peace. I'd be happy to return Kenneth's bracelet to
you, if that is what you wish. I honor Kenneth for his
courage and dedication to our country. If you wish to contact me
you can do so at lamich@altelco.net
Best Wishes,
Linda Michael
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From: A70BRAT@aol.com Date: Fri, 22 Aug 2003 17:35:33 EDT  It is with deep sadness, yet undying HONOR, that I will now place a "star" beside of Lt. Jack Rittichier`s name, on the POW-MIA car. Another one of our TRUE HEROES has "finally" come home!!!! Could you please forward this information to his family and let them know that if they still reside in this area, feel free to contact me @ my addy or thru "Race For Time." With all of my respect & undying dedication.........Pam |
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Date: Thu, 28 Aug 2003 09:01:40 -0400 From: CHERILYN REED <edcheri@optonline.net> Captain
Berg, I
wanted to tell you that I have not forgotten your son CWO
George P. Berg and will wear his bracelet until he returns.
God bless you and your family. Kind
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