wrote on June 6, 2006
at
11:50 pm
Name: Murray Daniel Thompson
Hometown: Apollo, PA
Date: June 06, 2006 - 11:04 AM (pacific)
I was with Abu from Jan 1967-July,1968. I would like to hear from anyone who was with the unit at that time. My nickname was "Gabby"
________________________________________
Name: Jay w. Molyneaux
Hometown: ,
Date: June 05, 2006 - 03:31 PM (pacific)
Served as medic to Hawk Recon Plt in 1967 about 3/67 -10/67
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Name: Ron Napier, MSA
Hometown: Oak Park, Illinois
Date: May 28, 2006 - 10:29 PM (pacific)
I served with Capt. Abood in the 97th Sig. Bn. 60-63. Too bad EMs cant socialize with Officers. He was my kind of guy. I remember he came back drunk from town one night, and rolled a new Corvette. (He got bored, and went back to Airborne) I'm glad he made it safe through Vietnam, but am sorry to hear he has passed away.
________________________________________
Name: james f. stephens
Hometown: bloomington, illinois
Date: May 28, 2006 - 07:45 PM (pacific)
WENT TO NAM IN DIV MOVEMENT IN DEC OF 1967 WITH 3RD BRGADE.GOT TRANSFERED TO HHC 2/327 I WAS A COMBAT MEDIC. SPENT MOST OF MY TIME IN THE BOONIES WITH B/CO 2/327.
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Name: Don Partin
Hometown: Millbury, Ohio
Date: May 25, 2006 - 04:56 PM (pacific)
I was carry a radio the night that "friendly fire" killed our own. The next day we got Christmas dinner in green body bags.
________________________________________
Name: Michael Keller
Hometown: Burke, VA
Date: May 24, 2006 - 01:45 PM (pacific)
I have recently taken up the task of bringing to the attention of persons and business who display the National Flag when the condition of the flag merits repair or replacement, that they are missing the point. I am interested in contact with anyone who shares interest in this mission. Thanks. Michael Keller
________________________________________
Name: juanita bonnell
Hometown: saltville, va
Date: May 24, 2006 - 07:11 AM (pacific)
My Brother Troy Ray Hayden was killed in Viet Nam in March 1968. He was with the 101st airborne...the screaming eagles. Does any one remember him or have any pictures?. I miss him so much, he was my only brother. juanitan52@hotmail.com
________________________________________
Name: Lelan Gimnick
Hometown: Kenosha, WI
Date: May 24, 2006 - 01:52 AM (pacific)
To all of my former superiors, peers, and subordinates, I wish you all the best, especially all the Cold Steel Cobras. If I ever run into any of you again, your first round's on me. (Proof of age required.:-) To all from Above the Rest, I wish you all the best of luck in your upcoming endeavors. Come home safe, boys.
________________________________________
Name: Robert J CAYO
Hometown: Port Orchard, Washington
Date: May 23, 2006 - 02:29 PM (pacific)
Iam looking for Richard Guillen,he is looking for jim Kilgallon. I have some pictures of him and Richard taken in Turkey an Iran also in a c-130 flying over there. I would like to hear from you. My e-mail is Peewolf1@aol.com
________________________________________
Name: Phil Stivers
Hometown: ,
Date: May 19, 2006 - 11:06 PM (pacific)
Could one of you WW2 vets tell me if you wore an oval with your glider wings or didn't you have one. If so what color was it. Thanks
________________________________________
Name: Rik Peery
Hometown: ,
Date: May 19, 2006 - 07:15 PM (pacific)
Just finished Doug Bergman's "Names I Can't Remember"...hard to describe...was an ABU after 'Nam, but feel that any soldier past or present could relate to this book. Having experienced some of the gut wrenching episodes while trying to find myself that he describes in his book, I find it refreshing that Doug stepped forth and opened his life up for others. I think after reading, folks might be encouraged to look inside and realize that life itself can be a battle, and that there are others out there that are willing to stand alongside and face the storm with you...thanks for having the PX, and thanks for especially for the book "Names I Can't Remember", worth every penny!
Rik
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Name: jari salo
Hometown: seinajoki, FINLAND,
Date: May 16, 2006 - 05:05 AM (pacific)
Great site !
Take care.
God Bless America
________________________________________
Name: Michele Rossi
Hometown: , Italy
Date: May 14, 2006 - 11:58 AM (pacific)
I served in Italian paratroop Folgore, from 10/96 to 09/97. God Bless all AIRBORNE.
God Bless Company Easy 506 PIR WW II.
Answer-me!!!
________________________________________
Name: John Calvin Thomas, Jr.
Hometown: Cornelia, Georgia
Date: May 12, 2006 - 06:58 AM (pacific)
My brother served in Viet Nam from July '69-July '70. He was killed in a car crash in April of '88. He never really talked about the war, just about the friends he'd made and how close all you guys were. I guess when you face death every day for a year you just grasp and hold on! I have contacted several of his friends and am very grateful for your site and visit it often. God bless all of you vets and it breaks my heart that you guys didn't come home to a heros welcome. It's not that I approve of the current war, I feel that it's gone on long enough, but I have respect for every soldier that has fought in every war. My dad was in WWII, wounded at the Bulge, and I would love to hear those war stories just one more time. Take care of yourselves and remember that you are all heros in our minds and hearts. Later, Joyce
________________________________________
Name: Ed Marlborough
Hometown: Caddo Mills, Texas
Date: May 11, 2006 - 08:34 PM (pacific)
Ya'll are my heros. Thank you for your sacrifice. All of you will always be remembered as our greatest.
________________________________________
Name: JOHN RABER II
Hometown: WESTERVILLE, OHIO
Date: May 09, 2006 - 07:09 PM (pacific)
I WAS A SGT IN HHC 3/327 INF, 1ST BDE, OF THE 101ST. FROM 2/93 TO 9/94.
________________________________________
Name: Dan (Billybob) Blevins
Hometown: Long Beach, CA
Date: May 09, 2006 - 11:43 AM (pacific)
Enjoyed being a medic from 02/92 to 12/93 hopefully would like to contact some of the guys I served with.
________________________________________
Name: Hank Maze
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada
Date: May 08, 2006 - 09:42 AM (pacific)
Served in No Slack from September 1968 to September 1969 under Battalion Commanders "Charger" and "Ramrod" and as a Plt Ldr under Dave Bramlett (later General Bramlett, FORSCOM Commander) in Charlie Company. Of my two tours in Vietnam, the time spent in No Slack Battalion was most rewarding and remains in my memory.
________________________________________
Name: Faye & Russ McDonald
Hometown: Ashland City, TN
Date: May 07, 2006 - 07:31 AM (pacific)
Russ and I would like to commend two ladies and their support group from Simi Valley, Ca. who have been sending packages to C Company 1/327th for some time now. Paula and Melissa have gathered many items together with the help of a large group of military supporters and mailed them to the Cobra's and have helped to keep the morale of this unit high due to their support. Paula had requested names to send packages to from Fred Brander who her husband served with in Vietnam and ever since have been faithful in their support. Their daughters collected many Girl Scout cookies and they were very welcome by these young soldiers who serve our country and are so happy to hear from someone in the States who care about their morale and well being. Thank you Paula and Melissa and the folks in Simi Valley who have been so giving to the Cold Steel Cobras.
________________________________________
Name: Molly Hoover
Hometown: FT Campbell, KY
Date: May 04, 2006 - 08:41 PM (pacific)
I just read the write up about Ed and Terry Kurth, and I was wondering why it sounded so familiar. I am the FRG (Family Readiness Group) Leader for BCo 1-327th INF. The current CO, CPT Lewis, wrote that in the latest edition of our newsletter. I just have to state that they are absolutely wonderful people, and they have done so much for our guys. It is tough being a military wife to a deployed soldier, but with the love and support that myself, and the men of BCo have gotten, it makes it much easier. I want to personally thank Ed and Terry for everything that they have and continue to do. I would also like the thank Don Dornell. Without his support, and the support of Burlingame, CA, the men of BCo would not be as well off as they are. THANK YOU!!
Stay safe Bushmasters.
Above The Rest!
Molly Hoover
________________________________________
Name: Don Dornell
Hometown: Burlingame, CA
Date: May 04, 2006 - 11:36 AM (pacific)
I am chairman of the City of Burlingame's (California) Adopt-a-Unit Committee. In 1968, the City of San Mateo adopted Abu, 1/327. In 2004, we adopted Bravo, 1/327. Currently, the Bushmasters are deployed in Hawijah, Iraq. Some of our guys are there for their second tour. If anyone is interested in hearing about the Bushmasters or want to help show support please contact me at ddornell@centralcountyfd.org
Thanks for all that you've done for our country. Above the Rest!
________________________________________
Name: Larry Kobberman
Hometown: Remsen, Iowa
Date: May 02, 2006 - 05:10 AM (pacific)
Hoping some one can share some information about Butch Kobberman. Not sure if he was a relative. Thank you.
________________________________________
Name: Dorothy Fuller
Hometown: ,
Date: May 01, 2006 - 09:14 PM (pacific)
My dad served with the 101st Airborne ABU Company in Vietnam. I have an old black and white picture of him but need to know what the colors should be in the flag so I can have a hat made for him. Thanks for your help with this very special gift for my dad.
________________________________________
Name: Dorothy Fuller
Hometown: ,
Date: May 01, 2006 - 09:01 PM (pacific)
My dad served in the 101st Airborne ABU Company in Vietnam. I have a black and white picture of him but would love to see or be told what colors were in the flag so I could have a hat made for him. Please let me know if you can help me out with this very special gift for my dad.
________________________________________
Name: Kerry "KK" K Larson
Hometown: Breckenridge, MN
Date: May 01, 2006 - 11:35 AM (pacific)
I am KK's son and I am posting his contact info. in case anyone want to get in contact with him.
Hometown: Apollo, PA
Date: June 06, 2006 - 11:04 AM (pacific)
I was with Abu from Jan 1967-July,1968. I would like to hear from anyone who was with the unit at that time. My nickname was "Gabby"
________________________________________
Name: Jay w. Molyneaux
Hometown: ,
Date: June 05, 2006 - 03:31 PM (pacific)
Served as medic to Hawk Recon Plt in 1967 about 3/67 -10/67
________________________________________
Name: Ron Napier, MSA
Hometown: Oak Park, Illinois
Date: May 28, 2006 - 10:29 PM (pacific)
I served with Capt. Abood in the 97th Sig. Bn. 60-63. Too bad EMs cant socialize with Officers. He was my kind of guy. I remember he came back drunk from town one night, and rolled a new Corvette. (He got bored, and went back to Airborne) I'm glad he made it safe through Vietnam, but am sorry to hear he has passed away.
________________________________________
Name: james f. stephens
Hometown: bloomington, illinois
Date: May 28, 2006 - 07:45 PM (pacific)
WENT TO NAM IN DIV MOVEMENT IN DEC OF 1967 WITH 3RD BRGADE.GOT TRANSFERED TO HHC 2/327 I WAS A COMBAT MEDIC. SPENT MOST OF MY TIME IN THE BOONIES WITH B/CO 2/327.
________________________________________
Name: Don Partin
Hometown: Millbury, Ohio
Date: May 25, 2006 - 04:56 PM (pacific)
I was carry a radio the night that "friendly fire" killed our own. The next day we got Christmas dinner in green body bags.
________________________________________
Name: Michael Keller
Hometown: Burke, VA
Date: May 24, 2006 - 01:45 PM (pacific)
I have recently taken up the task of bringing to the attention of persons and business who display the National Flag when the condition of the flag merits repair or replacement, that they are missing the point. I am interested in contact with anyone who shares interest in this mission. Thanks. Michael Keller
________________________________________
Name: juanita bonnell
Hometown: saltville, va
Date: May 24, 2006 - 07:11 AM (pacific)
My Brother Troy Ray Hayden was killed in Viet Nam in March 1968. He was with the 101st airborne...the screaming eagles. Does any one remember him or have any pictures?. I miss him so much, he was my only brother. juanitan52@hotmail.com
________________________________________
Name: Lelan Gimnick
Hometown: Kenosha, WI
Date: May 24, 2006 - 01:52 AM (pacific)
To all of my former superiors, peers, and subordinates, I wish you all the best, especially all the Cold Steel Cobras. If I ever run into any of you again, your first round's on me. (Proof of age required.:-) To all from Above the Rest, I wish you all the best of luck in your upcoming endeavors. Come home safe, boys.
________________________________________
Name: Robert J CAYO
Hometown: Port Orchard, Washington
Date: May 23, 2006 - 02:29 PM (pacific)
Iam looking for Richard Guillen,he is looking for jim Kilgallon. I have some pictures of him and Richard taken in Turkey an Iran also in a c-130 flying over there. I would like to hear from you. My e-mail is Peewolf1@aol.com
________________________________________
Name: Phil Stivers
Hometown: ,
Date: May 19, 2006 - 11:06 PM (pacific)
Could one of you WW2 vets tell me if you wore an oval with your glider wings or didn't you have one. If so what color was it. Thanks
________________________________________
Name: Rik Peery
Hometown: ,
Date: May 19, 2006 - 07:15 PM (pacific)
Just finished Doug Bergman's "Names I Can't Remember"...hard to describe...was an ABU after 'Nam, but feel that any soldier past or present could relate to this book. Having experienced some of the gut wrenching episodes while trying to find myself that he describes in his book, I find it refreshing that Doug stepped forth and opened his life up for others. I think after reading, folks might be encouraged to look inside and realize that life itself can be a battle, and that there are others out there that are willing to stand alongside and face the storm with you...thanks for having the PX, and thanks for especially for the book "Names I Can't Remember", worth every penny!
Rik
________________________________________
Name: jari salo
Hometown: seinajoki, FINLAND,
Date: May 16, 2006 - 05:05 AM (pacific)
Great site !
Take care.
God Bless America
________________________________________
Name: Michele Rossi
Hometown: , Italy
Date: May 14, 2006 - 11:58 AM (pacific)
I served in Italian paratroop Folgore, from 10/96 to 09/97. God Bless all AIRBORNE.
God Bless Company Easy 506 PIR WW II.
Answer-me!!!
________________________________________
Name: John Calvin Thomas, Jr.
Hometown: Cornelia, Georgia
Date: May 12, 2006 - 06:58 AM (pacific)
My brother served in Viet Nam from July '69-July '70. He was killed in a car crash in April of '88. He never really talked about the war, just about the friends he'd made and how close all you guys were. I guess when you face death every day for a year you just grasp and hold on! I have contacted several of his friends and am very grateful for your site and visit it often. God bless all of you vets and it breaks my heart that you guys didn't come home to a heros welcome. It's not that I approve of the current war, I feel that it's gone on long enough, but I have respect for every soldier that has fought in every war. My dad was in WWII, wounded at the Bulge, and I would love to hear those war stories just one more time. Take care of yourselves and remember that you are all heros in our minds and hearts. Later, Joyce
________________________________________
Name: Ed Marlborough
Hometown: Caddo Mills, Texas
Date: May 11, 2006 - 08:34 PM (pacific)
Ya'll are my heros. Thank you for your sacrifice. All of you will always be remembered as our greatest.
________________________________________
Name: JOHN RABER II
Hometown: WESTERVILLE, OHIO
Date: May 09, 2006 - 07:09 PM (pacific)
I WAS A SGT IN HHC 3/327 INF, 1ST BDE, OF THE 101ST. FROM 2/93 TO 9/94.
________________________________________
Name: Dan (Billybob) Blevins
Hometown: Long Beach, CA
Date: May 09, 2006 - 11:43 AM (pacific)
Enjoyed being a medic from 02/92 to 12/93 hopefully would like to contact some of the guys I served with.
________________________________________
Name: Hank Maze
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada
Date: May 08, 2006 - 09:42 AM (pacific)
Served in No Slack from September 1968 to September 1969 under Battalion Commanders "Charger" and "Ramrod" and as a Plt Ldr under Dave Bramlett (later General Bramlett, FORSCOM Commander) in Charlie Company. Of my two tours in Vietnam, the time spent in No Slack Battalion was most rewarding and remains in my memory.
________________________________________
Name: Faye & Russ McDonald
Hometown: Ashland City, TN
Date: May 07, 2006 - 07:31 AM (pacific)
Russ and I would like to commend two ladies and their support group from Simi Valley, Ca. who have been sending packages to C Company 1/327th for some time now. Paula and Melissa have gathered many items together with the help of a large group of military supporters and mailed them to the Cobra's and have helped to keep the morale of this unit high due to their support. Paula had requested names to send packages to from Fred Brander who her husband served with in Vietnam and ever since have been faithful in their support. Their daughters collected many Girl Scout cookies and they were very welcome by these young soldiers who serve our country and are so happy to hear from someone in the States who care about their morale and well being. Thank you Paula and Melissa and the folks in Simi Valley who have been so giving to the Cold Steel Cobras.
________________________________________
Name: Molly Hoover
Hometown: FT Campbell, KY
Date: May 04, 2006 - 08:41 PM (pacific)
I just read the write up about Ed and Terry Kurth, and I was wondering why it sounded so familiar. I am the FRG (Family Readiness Group) Leader for BCo 1-327th INF. The current CO, CPT Lewis, wrote that in the latest edition of our newsletter. I just have to state that they are absolutely wonderful people, and they have done so much for our guys. It is tough being a military wife to a deployed soldier, but with the love and support that myself, and the men of BCo have gotten, it makes it much easier. I want to personally thank Ed and Terry for everything that they have and continue to do. I would also like the thank Don Dornell. Without his support, and the support of Burlingame, CA, the men of BCo would not be as well off as they are. THANK YOU!!
Stay safe Bushmasters.
Above The Rest!
Molly Hoover
________________________________________
Name: Don Dornell
Hometown: Burlingame, CA
Date: May 04, 2006 - 11:36 AM (pacific)
I am chairman of the City of Burlingame's (California) Adopt-a-Unit Committee. In 1968, the City of San Mateo adopted Abu, 1/327. In 2004, we adopted Bravo, 1/327. Currently, the Bushmasters are deployed in Hawijah, Iraq. Some of our guys are there for their second tour. If anyone is interested in hearing about the Bushmasters or want to help show support please contact me at ddornell@centralcountyfd.org
Thanks for all that you've done for our country. Above the Rest!
________________________________________
Name: Larry Kobberman
Hometown: Remsen, Iowa
Date: May 02, 2006 - 05:10 AM (pacific)
Hoping some one can share some information about Butch Kobberman. Not sure if he was a relative. Thank you.
________________________________________
Name: Dorothy Fuller
Hometown: ,
Date: May 01, 2006 - 09:14 PM (pacific)
My dad served with the 101st Airborne ABU Company in Vietnam. I have an old black and white picture of him but need to know what the colors should be in the flag so I can have a hat made for him. Thanks for your help with this very special gift for my dad.
________________________________________
Name: Dorothy Fuller
Hometown: ,
Date: May 01, 2006 - 09:01 PM (pacific)
My dad served in the 101st Airborne ABU Company in Vietnam. I have a black and white picture of him but would love to see or be told what colors were in the flag so I could have a hat made for him. Please let me know if you can help me out with this very special gift for my dad.
________________________________________
Name: Kerry "KK" K Larson
Hometown: Breckenridge, MN
Date: May 01, 2006 - 11:35 AM (pacific)
I am KK's son and I am posting his contact info. in case anyone want to get in contact with him.
