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GULF WAR VETERAN DEATHS DECEMBER 2009

It is to each of the veterans of the gulf war that are no longer with us that we the gulf war veterans will never forget. We ask the VA now to set up a Registry of Gulf War Veterans of 1990-91 that have died! We request you honor them now, List them by name, unit, age at death, and cause of death.

Below is the rough listing of not only our gulf war veterans that died in December 2009 but those citizens that
supported the gulf war veterans.

Gerald F. Cooper

MURRELLS INLET, SC– Gerald F. Cooper passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at the MUSC Hospital in Charleston.
Jerry was born in Spartanburg, SC, on December 11, 1947. He retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Master Sergeant after serving 24 years, during which time he served in the Persian Gulf during Desert Storm. He was a member of the local VFW Post No.10420 in Murrells Inlet. He never met a stranger, and leaves behind many friends.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Cooper, of Murrells Inlet; his parents, Francis and Doris Cooper of Spartanburg; two brothers, Terry (Mary) Cooper of Riverside, AL, and Curtis (Sheri) Cooper of Boiling Springs, SC; three daughters, Renee (Tony) Lozano of Grand Junction, CO, Cathy (Bill) Payne of Orlando, FL, and Cheryl Cooper of Summerville, SC; two grandsons, Tillman and Nicholas Lozano, and one granddaughter, Alexandra Lozano, all of Grand Junction, CO.
A memorial service will be held at the Bobo Funeral Chapel in Spartanburg at 11:00 AM, on Saturday, December 12, 2009.

Published in Spartanburg Herald-Journal from December 5 to December 6, 2009

LARRY LEE VOELKER
Larry Lee Voelker, 66, Raymore, Mo., died Tuesday, November 24, 2009. Graveside services 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, Leavenworth, Kan., National Cemetery. Mr. Voelker was a U.S. Air Force veteran serving in the Vietnam and Persian Gulf wars. Arr.: Atkinson Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Mo., (816) 380- 3268.

David Hudnall
David L. Hudnall VIRGINIA BEACH – David L. Hudnall, 56, of Virginia Beach, VA passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009. Born in Montgomery, W.Va., he graduated from DuPont High School in 1971 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy right after graduation. He served 20 years which included Vietnam and the Persian Gulf War before his retirement in 1991 as a first class gunner’s mate (guns). He went on to graduate from Fischer Technical Institute in 1993 and work as an ASE certified mechanic and Virginia State Inspector at various service stations in the Virginia Beach area. He most recently worked for Burgess Synder Industries in Virginia Beach as a member of the in-house fabrication team. Dave was an avid fisherman, woodworker, and had unlimited interest in learning everything, but his number one real love was being a grandfather. He is survived by Monica J. Lawrence Silva of Virginia Beach; two daughters, Jennifer (Michael) Wells of Virginia Beach and Michelle Hudnall of Page, W.Va.; a son, David L. Hudnall Jr. of Smithers, W.Va.; two brothers, Michael L. Hudnall of Smithers and Timothy A. (Debbie) Hudnall of St. Albans, W.Va.; three sisters, Sonda L. (Jeffrey) Letts of Grove City, Ohio, Merilee (Ted) Davis of Indianapolis, Ind., Rexanna (Roger) Oiler of Cannelton, W.Va.; five grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday followed by a service at 11:30 a.m. at B.L. Bush & Sons Funeral Home, 10 Genesee St., Camillus, NY 13031. Burial, with military honors, will be held in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Otisco. Contributions, in lieu of flowers may be made to you local American Heart Association. Please sign his guestbook at www.BLBUSH.com.

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1. Gerald Ronald Elliot “Ronnie”
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Glencoe-Hokes Bluff Chapel for Gerald Ronald “Ronnie” Elliott. Mr. Elliott went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009. The Rev. Tim Smith and Michael Anderson will officiate. Burial will follow in Pilgrims Rest Cemetery. Glencoe-Hokes Bluff Funeral Home will officiate.
Ronnie was a graduate of Southside High School. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy for 13 years. His service included Desert Storm and Desert Shield, having several honors and accolades. He was an avid deer hunter and loved Alabama football. He was a member of Dailey Street Baptist Church, Piedmont.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald R. Elliott Sr. and Brenda L. Anderson; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Vineyard and Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Elliott; and several aunts and uncles.
He will be deeply missed by his sisters, Kimberly Welsh, New Jersey, and Pamela Duke, Attalla; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; and special friends, Michael and Sharon Anderson and Mona Steed.
Pallbearers will be Matt Duke, Coty Duke, Kevin Poore, Calvin Poore, Johnny Poore and Verlyn McCurdy.
Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Anderson, Andy Catlin and Roy Jr. Cleveland.
The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.

Published in The Gadsden Times on December 6, 2009

2. Jonathan M. Myers
Jonathan M. Myers December 3, 2009 COLUMBUS, GA — Ret. SSGT Jonathan M. Myers, 49, of Columbus, GA passed away on December, 3 2009. His service will be held Monday, December 7, 2009, 11:00 AM, in the Vance-Brooks Chapel. He will be laid to rest at East Tennessee Veteran Cemetery, Knoxville, Tennessee. Mr. Myers was born in Memphis, Tennessee to parents, Homer Marshall and Annie Mildred May Myers. He is preceded in death by his father. Mr. Myers served in Germany during the cold war and Desert Storm, where he was awarded the Bronze Star and the Kuwait Liberation Medal. He enjoyed Nascar racing and attending the races. After his retirement he volunteered with the Red Cross at the Martin Army Hospital. He was a member of the American Legion 202 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Survivors include his wife, Rebecca Myers of Cusseta, Georgia; mother, Mildred Myers of Gatlinburg, Tennessee; two daughters, Kira and Jenna Myers, both of Seymour, Tennessee; two sisters, Marcia Breeden of Sevierville, Tennessee and Susan Myers of Gatlinburg, Tennessee; one stepson, Eric Giddens; two brothers, Ken E. Myers and wife, Marsha, and Steven Myers; three grandchildren, Jousha Renew, Jessica, and Brittany Renew; and his dog, UPS. The family request no flowers, but donations may be made to the Scholarship Fund of American Legion 202, P. O. Box 724, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, or The Ben Atchley Veterans Home, 1 Veteran’s Way, Knoxville, Tennessee.

3. Richard M. Silah “Rick”
Silah, Richard M. “Rick” Age 59, of Milwaukee, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, at home. Rick was a safety officer for Milwaukee Public Schools. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was a veteran of Operation Desert Storm. He is survived by his former wife, Patricia Silah; two sons, Adam M. Silah (fiancée Kristin Nolan) and Christopher P. Silah, all of Milwaukee; two brothers, John (Karen) Silah and Gary L. Silah; his stepmother, Mary Lou (Myron “Doc”) Bartelt, all of Fond du Lac; together with aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Troy Richard Silah and a sister-in-law, Mary Lynn Silah. The funeral service will be held at 1:30 PM on Saturday, December 5, 2009, at Mach Funeral Chapel & Crematory, 31 East Division Street, Fond du Lac. Burial will be in West Bend Cemetery. The visitation will be on Saturday at Mach Funeral Chapel & Crematory from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Memorials may be directed to Children’s Hospital of Milwaukee. Mach Funeral Chapel & Crematory is serving the family. Additional information and guest register can be found at www.machfuneralchapel.com

Published in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on December 4, 2009

Calvin Cox
4. Calvin Wade Cox BRISTOL, Tenn. Calvin Wade Cox GYSGT U.S. Marine Corp Retired, age 50, passed away Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born June 5, 1959, in Bristol Tennessee, son of Joe and Hulda Steele Cox. He was a retired Marine Gunnery Sgt in the United States Marines having served in Desert Storm. After his retirement he was employed as a supervisor at the U.S. Postal service in Johnson City, Tenn. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Cox and Michael Cox. Survivors include: wife, Angela D. Cardwell Cox; parents, Joe Jr. and Hulda Steele Cox; daughters, Amber Cox and friend, Lonnie Preis and Andrea Cox; sisters, Nancy Carrier and husband Ernest, Patricia Smith and husband Joe, Alma Vance and husband Doug; brothers, Joe Melvin Cox III and Wayne Cox and wife Nadine; sisters-in-law, Shirley Long and husband Leonard, Katherine Smith and Connie Cardwell; five nieces; and four nephews; special friends, Kim Houston, Tom and Dianne McDaniel. Funeral service will be held Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at 4 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Col. Dennis Hamm officiating. The burial will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in the Vanover Cemetery with military honors conducted by the American Legion Hammond Post 3/265 of Kingsport and the Tennessee Army National Guard. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. prior to the service on Sunday or other times at the home of his parents, Joe and Hulda at 428 Old Weaver Pike Bluff City, TN 37618. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home.

Published in Bristol Herald Courier on December 5, 2009

5. Dr. George E. Mayo III
Dr. George Edward Mayo, III 72, passed away on Saturday morning at his home surrounded by his family. George was born in Fremont, NC on May 21, 1937 to the late George Edward Mayo Jr. and Susie Mae Whitley Bogue. He was a graduate of both the Dental School and the Pediatric Dentistry Program of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. George was also a graduate of the Orthodontics Program at Georgetown University. He was board certified in Orthodontics and was selected to be a member of the International College of Dentistry and the American College of Dentistry. George had retired as Colonel from the United States Air Force and had served his country during Desert Storm. As an active member of the Goldsboro community, George served on the Board of Wayne Memorial Hospital and was a member of the WATCH committee. He was also a member of the Wayne County Dental Society, the Goldsboro Rotary Club and the Goldsboro Elks Lodge. He was a long-time member of the family table at Wilber’s. George will be remembered as dedicating his life to his family, dentistry, and the Carolina Tarheels. A service to celebrate George’s life will be held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church with Rev. James H. Harry officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont with Full Military Honors. George is survived by his wife, Rebecca Cole Mayo; his children, Margaret-Ann McIntosh Mayo, George Edward Mayo, IV and Mary Virginia Mayo; his brother, David Whitley Mayo of Wrightsville Beach; and his sister, Mary Sue Beamon of Tarboro. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church, 204 E. Chestnut Street, Goldsboro, NC 27534 or to the School of Dentistry at the University of North Carolina, P.O. Box 309, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-0309. The family will receive friends Sunday from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com
Published in The News & Observer on December 7, 2009

6. Daryl W. Armstrong
Daryl W. Armstrong
Chadwicks – Ballston Spa
Daryl W. Armstrong, 43, passed away peacefully at his home on December 2, 2009. He was born on February 20, 1966, the son of Gerald and Ellen Billings Armstrong, and was the 1984 Salutatorian of the last graduating class of the Chadwicks Union Free School. Daryl was a Dessert Storm era veteran serving with the U.S. Air Force. Daryl leaves behind his daughters, Brittney and Marissa, of Troy; his parents, Red and Ellie Armstrong, of Sauquoit; his sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Dennis Dulen, of Cassville; his niece, Heather Jones; and his great-nephew, Christopher Lamie. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are with the Smith Funeral Home, 3022 Oneida St., Sauquoit. To view Daryls online memorial, please go to: www.smith-funeralhome.com

7. Roy Bonds, 42, of Marmet passed away at home on December 4, 2009. He fought a long and courageous battle with a brain tumor for 14 years.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the 1st Gulf War.

Surviving are parents, Gary and Donna Fleck Bonds of Marmet; sister, Krystal Skiles and her husband Aaron of Charleston; nephews, Landon and Jaxon Skiles, whom he loved dearly; grandmother, Hazel Fleck of Marmet; and his faithful companion, Bella Girl. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Now he is sheltered in the arms of Jesus.

Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009, at Leonard Johnson Funeral Home, Marmet, with Pastor Frank Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at Marmet Cemetery.

Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Condolences may be sent to the family at leonardjohnsonfuneralhome.com.

8. SMSgt(Ret) James (Jim) Curtis Perritt, 54
United States Air Force Veteran
Hudson/Bushnell, Florida
Monday, 14 Dec 09

The family of SMSgt (Ret) James (Jim) Curtis Perritt has requested that the Patriot Guard Riders escort their Hero from Hudson to Florida National Cemetery near Bushnell and also stand in silent respect for this true American Hero.

Note from brother John:
My brother retired in 1996 after 26 years and was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer in 2002 and fought it till the end. While he did not ride he wanted to after I told him about going on the rides I could make and showed him the pictures it made him teary with pride. So when it was getting near the end he asked me to see if I could get the guard to stand for him and show support for his wife and daughters. He was a good man, my brother and best friend. I would like to make this one last thing special for him and his family.

Mr. Perritt’s brother John Perritt requested the Patriot Guard Riders provide a Flag Bike escort for their Hero to Florida National Cemetery near Bushnell. I’m told this will be a short procession. So let’s put our flags on our bikes and show Mr. Perritt’s Family how proud we are of their hero. No LEO support for this escort so ALL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES WILL BE OBEYED.
Wars served in: Vietnam War and Operation Desert Shield/Storm
- Meritorious Service Medal with Four Oak Leaf Clusters
- Air Force Commendation Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters
- Air Force Achievement Medal
- Joint Meritorious Unit Award
- Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
- Air Force Good Conduct Medal Six Oak Leaf Clusters
- National Defense Service Medal
- Air Force Overseas Short Tour Ribbon with Four Devices
- Air Force Overseas Long Tour Ribbon with One Device
- Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon with Four Devices
- NCO Professional Military Education Graduate Ribbon with Two Devices
- NCO Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon
- Air Force Training
STAGING INFO: Monday, 14 Dec 09
Publix, 12101 Little Rd. Hudson, Florida 34667 (intersection of Route 52 and Little Road) http://tiny.cc/O2NO7
Staging Begins: 0830hrs
Mission Brief: 0915hrs
KSU for Escort: 0930hrs

9. Michael A. Chalk December 7, 2009 Comforted by his family’s love and strengthened by his steadfast faith, Michael A. Chalk valiantly ended his almost four-year battle with pancreatic cancer on December 7, 2009. He touched many lives and will be remembered for his caring compassion of people, his cheerfulness and love of God, family and country. Born in Elmira, NY, Mike joined the Air Force in 1969, completed his degree with the University of Buffalo and retired as a major in the USAF in 1997. Distinguished as the Air Force Reserve Intelligence Officer of the Year during Desert Storm, Mike also served as part of a NATO team in Italy and England during the Bosnian wars. Mike’s other passion was real estate but his priority was people. Licensed in 1983, Mike and his wife opened Chalk Team Realty in Liverpool in 2002. As a broker/owner of our family owned company, Mike was respected and loved by all who had the honor of working with him. Mike’s love of family was at his core being. Married to Noreen for 38 years, as a couple they were committed to a together plan in everything they did. Proud parents of three beautiful daughters and six wonderful grandchildren: Stephanie (Scott) Peterson, Jennifer (Christopher) Badman and Monica (Ryan) Stewart. “Papa” will forever be in our hearts! God’s plan brought him comfort at Francis House. This amazing home of love and care was God’s helping hand in the journey that had become too burdensome to carry alone. We thank our Francis Home family for the quality time we had with Mike with your loving support. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Friday, December 11, 2009, in St. Joseph the Worker Church, 1001 Tulip St., Liverpool. Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, December 10, 2009, at Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, 3541 Rte. 31, Baldwinsville. The family would greatly appreciate donations in Mike’s memory to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208. Maurer Funeral Home, Inc. www.maurerfuneralhome.com Please sign the guestbook at syracuse.com/obits

10. Robert C. Huffman (1947-2009)
Robert C. Huffman, 62, passed away Dec. 2, 2009 at his home with his wife, daughter and son-in-law by his side after a two year fight against cancer.
Robert was born February of 1947 in Toledo, Ohio, to Mearl Thomas and Margaret Irene Huffman. Robert, also known as Bob and Huff, was raised in Toledo by his mother and stepfather, James Richard Kehoe. After spending most of his youth in Toledo, Robert joined the Air Force where he worked as Aircraft Armament Specialist and Superintendent and also as a Plumbing Specialist. He met his wife Kyong while stationed in Korea. They married in 1974 and moved to Fort Walton Beach, Fla., where they spent the next 35 years.
Bob retired from the Air Force with more than 20 years of service and several commendations including the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor Device and four Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Organizational Excellence Award, Air Force Good Conduct Medal with five Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal with one Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Air Force Overseas Tour Ribbon with two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon. Robert was recalled in August 1990 for six months in support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. After retiring from the Air Force, Bob continued his career working overseas for private sector companies as a Journeyman Plumber.
Robert enjoyed many things in life including gardening, singing, reading, crosswords, fishing and carpentry. You could often find him with a fishing pole in his hand or in his workshop crafting furniture.
Robert is survived by his wife, Kyong Chu; two daughters and their spouses, Dave and Stacy Ambler and Henry and Tonia Fell; two grandsons, Henry and Allan Fell; parents, James and Margaret Kehoe; brothers, Thomas and James Huffman; and sister, Katherine Kehoe.
He is preceded in death by his biological father, Mearl Huffman.
Robert Huffman’s memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Dec. 9, at Korean First Presbyterian Church of Fort Walton Beach. Rev. Joseph K. Chung will be officiating. Internment will be at Barrancas National Cemetery at Pensacola N.A.S. Arrangements have been made through Emerald Coast Funeral Home.
Donations can be sent to Covenant Hospice whose service was indispensable during Robert’s care or to a Cancer Research Facility of choice.

11. Edward Jay Lucas
Edward Jay Lucas – RINCON – Edward Jay Lucas, a resident of Rincon, Georgia, laid to rest in his home on December 6, 2009. Jay was born October 16, 1959 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Jay attended Cloverdale Schools in Cloverdale, Indiana where he graduated high school. After high school he enlisted with the United States Air Force and proudly served in Desert Storm. Once separated from the Air Force, Jay worked at Gulfstream as an Aviation Electrician. He left this world doing the things he loved – hanging out with friends, listening to music and having a cold beer. Jay is survived by his wife Marianne, mother Bernice, his two children, 4 grandchildren and numerous relatives. “I am ready to meet my Maker. Whether my Maker is prepared for the great ordeal of meeting me is another matter” -Winston Churchill Visitation: Thursday, December 10, 2009 from 6 -7 PM. at the Fairhaven Funeral Home. Memorial Service: Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Fairhaven Funeral Chapel. Fairhaven Funeral Home & Crematory 2794 W. US Hwy. 80 Garden City, GA 31408 912-964-2862 www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net Savannah Morning News December 9, 2009 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannnahnow.com/obituaries .

12. Richard Patrick Mullen (1945 – 2009)
Richard Patrick Mullen, 64, a retired Army command sergeant major, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009.
Service: 10 a.m. Friday in Laurel Land Chapel of Chimes. Interment: 1 p.m. Friday in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Laurel Land Funeral Home.
Command Sgt. Maj. R.P. Mullen was born Feb. 16, 1945, to Richard J. and Jeanne A. Mullen in Bangor, Maine. He will be much missed, but always revered and remembered as a loving husband, mentoring father, respected brother, selfless friend and, not least, dedicated soldier. His military service from 1963 to 1993 included one tour in Thailand, two tours in Vietnam and Operation Desert Storm in combat operations. His wisdom will be felt by those who had the gracious opportunity to have known him. May God welcome him.
Survivors: His wife, Gloria; and children, Steve, Rich, Sheila and Kelly.

Brian Urban Myers
Brian Urban Myers, 40, of Diamondhead, MS passed away on Friday, December 4, 2009 in Diamondhead, MS. He was a Veteran having served in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years and the Reserve 255th for 6 years. He was of the Catholic Faith and was a resident of Hancock County for the past 27 years. He had worked as a Reserve Deputy with the Hancock County Sheriff Department. Brian loved spending time with his wife and son.

He is preceded in death by his father, Eldor Myers.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Angela Myers of Diamondhead, MS, his son, Trevor Myers of Diamondhead, MS, his mother, Annamae Myers of Covington, LA, brothers, Gary Myers & his wife, Susan of Covington, LA, Rodle Myers & his wife, Tracy of Bay St. Louis, MS, sisters, Cindy Myers of Covington, LA, Karen Young & her husband, David of Abita Springs, LA, mother-in-law, Shirley Stinson of Bay St. Louis, MS, father-in-law, Rick Stinson of Bay St. Louis, MS, sister-in-law, Laura Stinson of Diamondhead, MS, 3 nieces, Joni Godfrey, Joli Myers & Lexie Ladner and a nephew, Christopher Young.

The visitation will be on Thursday, December 10, 2009 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS. The Procession will leave the Funeral Home on Friday, December 11, 2009 at 12:30 pm for a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 pm at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Interment will follow in Gulf Coast Memorial Cemetery & Mausoleum in Bay St. Louis, MS.

Family & Friends are encouraged to wear Saints attire.

Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS are in charge of the arrangements.

Peter R. Cross
1942 – 2009

Peter R. Cross, 66, of Merrimack died suddenly Saturday December 5, 2009 at St. Joseph Hospital of Nashua, NH.

Mr. Cross was born in Magog, PQ. Canada, December 7, 1942, and was the son of David and Flora (Powers) Cross. He was raised in Magog until the age of ten, when he moved with his family to Nashua. He has been a resident of Merrimack for the past Forty-two years.

Mr. Cross worked for many years in the sales and publishing industries with Grosset and Dunlap Publishing Companies. He was also co-owner with his wife Rachel of Al’s Pizza Restaurant in Nashua in the late 1970’s.

Mr. Cross enjoyed HAM radio, and was active as a Military Affiliate Radio System (MARS) operator during the Gulf war, assisting troops with communications on a local, national and international level. He was also an avid model train enthusiast, was an excellent cook, and enjoyed sci-fi movies. He had a wonderful sense of humor that always defined him, even during his most difficult times. He will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.

Peter was predeceased by his father David “Scottie” Cross.

Members of the family include his wife of 45 years, Rachel G. (Martin) Cross of Merrimack, two daughters and their husbands, Pamela & Jeff Cohen of Hooksett, and Deborah & Peter Jordan of Merrimack, five grandchildren, Joey and Matthew Cohen, Makayla and Nicholas Marchand, and Hanna Jordan, a brother and his wife, David & Judy Cross of Scottsville, KY, two sisters and their husbands, Martha & Ronald Melon of Dayton, OH, and Priscilla & Frank Iosch of Washington, NH, as well as several brothers/sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and his many close friends.

Calling hours will be from 4PM to 7PM on December 10, 2009 at the George R. Rivet Funeral Home, 425 Daniel Webster Highway Merrimack, NH, A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on December 11, 2009 at 9:30AM, at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church 16 Baboosic Lake Rd, Merrimack and a burial will be held in the Last Rest Cemetery of Merrimack immediately following the services. For more info or an online register book go to rivetfuneralhome.com

Ralph D. Johnson Jr.
U.S. Army Retired HARLEM, Ga. – Starling Funeral Home announces the death of Retired Master Sergeant Ralph DeForest Johnson, Jr. , 61, husband of Mrs. Carol Cliatt Johnson, who entered into rest on Tuesday, December 08, 2009, at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, December 10, 2009, at Powell Baptist Church with the Reverend Randall Whitaker and Douglas Hood officiating with Full Military Honors accorded. Interment will be in the Church cemetery. Mr. Johnson was born in Richmond County to the late Ralph D. Johnson, Sr. and Evelyn Grant Lonergan. He was an U.S. Army and Army Reserve retiree having served 39 years including Vietnam and the Gulf War. Mr. Johnson was the recipient of numerous military awards including the Purple Heart. He was also retired with 33 years of service from the Georgia State Transportation Department. He was a member of Powell Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife Carol L. Johnson; his daughters, Christina (Todd) Bradley, Grovetown, Julie (Shawn) Clayborn, Grovetown and Tracy Johnson, Harlem; His Grandchildren, Andrew Gates, Statesboro, Greg Gates, Camp Lejeune, NC and Heather (Matthew) Brown, Camp Pendleton, CA, Samantha Clayborn, Grovetown, Allie Clayborn, Grovetown and Cheyenne Johnson, Harlem; Sisters, Linda Volner, Harlem and Judy Bullard, Winfield; brother Ricky Lonergan, Appling; and mother-in- law Catherine L. Cliatt, Grovetown. He was preceded in death by his son Jerry D. Johnson, sister Debbie Chancellor, step-father J.W. Lonergan and mother Gaynell Lonergan. Pallbearers will be members of the Military. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Odyssey Hospice, 3508 Professional Cir. Martinez, GA 30907. Friends may call at the Johnson’s residence or at the residence of his sister Linda Volner 1271 Grant Road, Harlem, Ga. Visitation will be held Wednesday evening from 7 – 9 PM at Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, GA. Please visit www.starlingfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com

Fred Richmond Rich
Fred Richmond Rich was born on November 15, 1962 to Kenneth and Mary Ann Rich. Fred passed away December 1, 2009 at his home in Garden City, Idaho. A celebration of Fred’s life will be held Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 10:00 am, at the Cloverdale Funeral Home Reception Center. During his military career Fred and Renea lived in Alaska where he had a zest for life and was an avid outdoorsman. He could hunt, track, fish, find and do anything and so Idaho became his hearts home. Fred’s military career was very distinguished. He was at the Berlin Wall when it came down and he had served during both gulf wars, Bosnia, Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iraq. He was part of the 11C4V Infantry, a mortar man, an airborne specialist and US Army Ranger. In April of 2008, Sergeant 1st Class Rich retired from the US Army having served his country honorably for 20 years. Fred was currently enrolled at Stevens-Henager College, pursuing an Associates Degree in Medical Specialties. Fred was preceded in death by his Father Kenneth Ray Rich who passed away in July of 2006. He is survived by his wife, Renea Marie Rich; step-daughter, Kylie Rebecca Cox; son, Kody James Rich and daughter Mackenzie Rae Rich of Kuna, Idaho all of whom he loved so very much. Also survived by his mother, Mary Ann Rich; sister, Rae A. Rich-VanVranken and her husband Ronald and their children Luke, Dak and Olivia of Virginia; and his extended family residing in and around Austin, Texas. Condolences for the family may be submitted online at CloverdaleFuneralHome.com

Published in Idaho Statesman on December 9, 2009
HAROLD R. GRIFFIN “ROD”
GRIFFIN, HAROLD R. “ROD”, 49, Retired First Class Petty Officer, of Morehead City, NC, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, November 24, 2009 in Durham, NC after a month long battle with pneumonia. Born August 5, 1960 in Florence, AL, Rod was a son of Evelyn Rea Griffin and the late M.D. Griffin. He attended Wood-lawn and Huffman High Schools. Rod, a retired, disabled veteran, enlisted in 1977 to serve his country in the U.S. Navy and retired after 13 years of service. He was stationed in multiple locations both in the United States and abroad, including Brawdy, Wales; Puerto Rico; Jacksonville, FL; Kings Bay, GA; Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA. He served as a First Class Boatswain’s Mate and Sonar Technician. In addition, Rod served in the Desert Storm conflict where he worked with the Navy Seals and recieved many commendations. Rod was also the owner of Griffin Enterprises in Bon Secour, AL. He is survived by his mother, Evelyn Rea Griffin; fiancé, Rhonda Hood; his two sons, Jason Nathaniel and Joseph Michael Griffin; daughter, Addie Michelle Griffin; two brothers, Gary McCullough (Pat) and Mark Griffin (Debbie); two sisters, Kathy Brasfield (David) and Lynn Gaddis (Rickey). He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his sister, Carolee Perry (Pat) and brother, Don David Griffin. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, December 14, 2009 at Huffman United Methodist Church, 711 Gene Reed Road, Birmingham, AL 35235 with Reverend Harris Hand officiating. Before the memorial service, there will be a brief visitation from 10:00 until 10:30 a.m. in the church parlor.
Published in The Birmingham News on December 11, 2009

STEVENS, Matthew J. SGM age 41, of Dayton, Ohio passed away November 29, 2009 in a tragic accident while stationed at Ft. Irwin, California. He is survived by his loving wife, Pamela; children, Ryan, Sierra, Tiffany and Bailey; granddaughter, Cheyanne; parents, Sandra (Butch) Donahue, and John Stevens Jr.; grandmother, Helen Stevens; sisters and brother-in-law, Kimberly and Paul Robbins and Tammy Crawford; nieces, Tara and Chelsea Robbins; nephew, Gage Crawford; former step-father, Robert (Sandy) Israel; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Wanda Brown Sr.; as well as numerous loving step brothers and sisters; loving aunts, uncles, cousins, sisters-in-law, and brothers-in-law; extended nieces and nephews; and long time devoted friends Rob Thatcher and Bill Belding. He has touched the lives of many people and has developed numerous close friendships throughout his life. He is preceded in death by his Grandpa, John Stevens Sr.; Papaw William Patty; grandparents, Nellie and Don Locke; step-mother, Larue Stevens; and niece, Megan. He served in Panama and Desert Shield/Desert Storm with the 82nd Airborne Division and had tours in Panama and Kosovo. SGM Stevens served in Iraq with the 1st Cavalry Division. SGM Stevens had many years of service in the Ohio Army National Guard, where he participated in security at the Atlanta Olympics and the Lucasville Prison Riots. He was a proud Cavalry Trooper and Airborne Infantryman to the last. His heroism, loyalty and personal sacrifices are testimony to his fortitude and patriotism. He graduated from the Sergeants Major Academy in June 2009. His awards include: the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal (2nd Award), Reserve Component Service Medal, SW Asia Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, GWOT Expeditionary Medal, GWOT Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award), Non Commissioned Officer Ribbon, Combat Infantry Badge, Basic Parachutist Badge, and other state and federal awards. A good man, who will be missed by many. Matt was also well on his way to earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business from Excelsior College. He was a Life Member of the American Motorcycle Association and life long motorcyclist. He was also a fan of the Dayton Speedway. The Stevens family will receive friends Friday, December 11, 2009 from 4 PM until 8 PM at TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME – BEAVERCREEK CHAPEL, 3970 Dayton – Xenia Rd. at Grange Hall Rd. A Catholic Mass will be held Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 10 AM at St. Luke Catholic Church, 1440 N. Fairfield Rd., Beavercreek. Interment will follow with full military honors at Valley View Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers a trust will be set up for the children at Dayair Credit Union on Wilmington Pike in Kettering, Ohio. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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James T. Bailey Sr.
Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, December 11, 2009, at Pineview Baptist Church Cemetery for James T. Bailey, Sr., (CW4 USARMY Ret.), 62, of Hattiesburg, who died Monday, December 7, 2009, at his home.
Mr. Bailey retired from the U.S. Army after 34 years of service. He served in Desert Storm, was a member of Pineview Baptist Church and the VFW.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Michele Bailey; and his parents, Mary Tadlock Bailey and Chester T. Bailey.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Christy and David Maxwell of Gautier and Ashley and Greg Hoeft of Vicksburg; three sons, Cary Hegwood of Byram, James T. Bailey, Jr. and his wife, Kimberly of Nashville and Kenneth Robinson of Moss Point; a brother, David R. Bailey and his wife, Marilyn of Brandon; and eight grandchildren.
Visitation will be today from 5:30 – 8 p.m. at Moore Funeral Home in Hattiesburg. Memorial donations may be made to Pineview Baptist Church Building Fund or Forrest General Hospice.

Michael A. Chalk
Michael A. Chalk December 7, 2009 Comforted by his family’s love and strengthened by his steadfast faith, Michael A. Chalk valiantly ended his almost four-year battle with pancreatic cancer on December 7, 2009. He touched many lives and will be remembered for his caring compassion of people, his cheerfulness and love of God, family and country. Born in Elmira, NY, Mike joined the Air Force in 1969, completed his degree with the University of Buffalo and retired as a major in the USAF in 1997. Distinguished as the Air Force Reserve Intelligence Officer of the Year during Desert Storm, Mike also served as part of a NATO team in Italy and England during the Bosnian wars. Mike’s other passion was real estate but his priority was people. Licensed in 1983, Mike and his wife opened Chalk Team Realty in Liverpool in 2002. As a broker/owner of our family owned company, Mike was respected and loved by all who had the honor of working with him. Mike’s love of family was at his core being. Married to Noreen for 38 years, as a couple they were committed to a together plan in everything they did. Proud parents of three beautiful daughters and six wonderful grandchildren: Stephanie (Scott) Peterson, Jennifer (Christopher) Badman and Monica (Ryan) Stewart. “Papa” will forever be in our hearts! God’s plan brought him comfort at Francis House. This amazing home of love and care was God’s helping hand in the journey that had become too burdensome to carry alone. We thank our Francis Home family for the quality time we had with Mike with your loving support. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Friday, December 11, 2009, in St. Joseph the Worker Church, 1001 Tulip St., Liverpool. Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, December 10, 2009, at Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, 3541 Rte. 31, Baldwinsville. The family would greatly appreciate donations in Mike’s memory to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208. Maurer Funeral Home, Inc. www.maurerfuneralhome.com Please sign the guestbook at syracuse.com/obits
Published in Syracuse Post Standard on December 8, 2009

James Gregory Parks
PARKS CLEMMONS – Mr. James Gregory Parks, 47, of Clemmons, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. He was born February 23, 1962 in Forsyth County to David and Francis Lunsford Parks. Mr. Parks was a veteran of the U.S. Army and the U.S Navy. He served in Desert Storm, Desert Shield, Ciera Lion, and Granada. He enjoyed fishing, reading books and was an avid outdoors lover. He was preceded in death by his father. Surviving are his wife, Crystal Parks of Clemmons; three sons, James, Zack and Daniel, all of Clemmons; two daughters, Sara of Winston-Salem and Elizabeth of Midway; three grandchildren, Olivia, Lohgan and Leila; his mother, Fran Parks Martin; and his stepfather, Don Martin; two brothers, Jeff and D.J., both of Welcome; two step-brothers, Von and Lex; and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, December 17 at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel. “Remember the good times.” Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com.
Published in Winston-Salem Journal on December 12, 2009

Russell Englert
Russell R. Englert NORFOLK – Russell Robert Englert, 51, passed away Dec. 11, 2009 in his home. A native of Dansville, N.Y., he retired from the United States Navy as a first class petty officer and was a veteran of Desert Storm. He is survived by his wife, Gemma Santos Englert; two daughters, Rochelle S. Espinosa and her husband Herik of Burnswick, Maine, and Marie N. Englert of Norfolk; a brother, Wayne Englert of Florida; a grandson, Joshua M. Espinosa of Burnswick, Maine and his father, Ronald Englert of Florida. A funeral will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, Friday at 4 p.m. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday 7 to 9 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www. hollomon-brown.com.

WALTER THOMAS EVANUSKA “TOM”
Evanuska, Walter Thomas “Tom”, age 63, passed away at home, on Thursday, December 10, 2009, surrounded by his wife and children. Walter was born in Danbury, CT to Walter Evanuska and Helen Falis. He spent his life in service to others; first as an alter server for St, Gregory the Great Catholic Church, and as he became older, a Lifeguard for Candlewood Lake, Danbury, CT. He graduated from Danbury High School, and was a member of the Danbury Fire Department Local 801. Walter entered the United States Air Force, and became a para-rescueman, serving in Southeast Asia. He returned from active military service, and joined the Army Special Forces Reserve, in Denver, Colorado. While in Colorado, he became a volunteer member of the Lakewood Fire Department. A different opportunity arose, and Walter became an Air Force Flight Medic with the 40th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at Mc Chord Air Force Base, WA. After participating in Desert Storm, he retired from military service. Walter and his family were very active at his local church. His son, Michael became an alter server, while Mr. Evanuska and his wife were Eucharistic Ministers. After 9-11, Walter again chose service to others, by changing careers and becoming a Transportation Safety Officer. He finally moved his career to the Department of Homeland Security, where he became a U.S. Customs Canine Officer. He served for an additional six years. He loved the work he did, and the people he worked with. He was a member of the American Legion Post 277, and Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Harley Davidson Club of Southern California. He is survived by his wife, Paulette; daughter, Kathrine and son-in law, Benjamin Tomas; son, Michael; granddaughters, Elizabeth, Emily and Samantha; daughter in law, Stephanie Montague; son, Nicholas and his wife Chrissy. He is also survived by his mother, Helen Evanuska; sister, Donna Bellmay; niece, Kellie Bellmay; and nephews, Kevin and Kyle Bellmay; as well as other much loved family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Evanuska. Viewing to be held 4-7 pm, with Rosary at 7 pm on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at Hilgenfeld Mortuary, Anaheim, CA. Funeral mass at 11 am, December 16, 2009 at St Joseph Catholic Church, Placentia, CA. Interment at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd. Riverside, CA 92518. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), 383 Main A venue, 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851. Hilgenfeld Mortuary

Published in Orange County Register on December 15, 2009

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Sonya Denise Uzzell
Sonya Denise Uzzell, 46, of Nashville, died Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, at her home. She was born June 9, 1963, in Conway County, Ark., do the late James Franklin Uzzell and the former Barbara Jean Butler. She was a retired master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force with 22 years of service. She participated in Desert Storm and Desert Shield. She was a member of the Yuba City, Calif., United Methodist Church.She is survived by her mother, Barbara Jean McFarland of Pembroke; a sister, Cherlyn Kaye (John) Boyer of Safety Harbor, Fla.; a niece, Savannah Marie Boyer; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.Memorials are requested to a church or charity of your choice or to Hospice of South Georgia.The family has honored her request for cremation. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Dec. 19, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Lovein Funeral Home with full military honors. — Lovein Funeral Home.
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Dr. Ralph L. WARREN
WARREN Dr. Ralph L., a surgeon whose practice stretched from the urban confines of Boston, to the battlefields of Iraq, to the Navajo country of New Mexico and Arizona, died Wednesday, December 2, in Gallup, New Mexico, after a long illness. He was 55.Born on September 28, 1954, Dr. Warren was raised in Short Hills, NJ, and graduated from The Pingry School in Hillside, NJ. He attended Harvard College, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, and Harvard Medical School, where he earned his M.D. degree in 1981. He trained in General Surgery and then in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston.From 1989 through 2000, Dr. Warren practiced General Surgery at Massachusetts General, where he served as Chief of the Surgical Intensive Care Unit. In 2000, he left Boston to take a position with the Indian Health Service at the Gallup Indian Medical Center in Gallup, NM. For the last nine years of his life he dedicated himself to the care of the Navajo, Hopi, Zuni, and Pueblo peoples served by the Gallup hospital. A talented linguist proficient in six languages, Warren distinguished himself by becoming conversant in the Navajo language, a feat rarely achieved by bilagáana (non-Navajos).In 1990 Warren joined the Massachusetts Air National Guard as a Flight Surgeon, and served in that capacity for 10 years. During Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, he filled in the backlines at Andrews Air Force Base. His service with the National Guard took him several times to the Antarctic, where he served as the physician for National Guard personnel at McMurdo Station, as well as on goodwill missions to Guatemala and Ecuador. Upon relocating to New Mexico in 2000, Warren transferred to the New Mexico Air National Guard, ultimately becoming the State Air Surgeon for New Mexico before retiring from the Guard earlier this year with the rank of Colonel. During his 20 years of service to the Massachusetts and New Mexico Air National Guard units, he logged many hours in both F-15 and F-16 fighters. Warren completed two tours of duty in Iraq, the first in 2004 and the second in 2005. During the latter tour, Warren served as a trauma surgeon at Balad Air Force Base outside Baghdad and saved the lives of countless wounded American soldiers and Iraqi civilians alike. He also logged numerous round trips from Iraq to Germany as a physician supervising the airborne evacuation of critically wounded American soldiers to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center at Ramstein Air Force Base outside Frankfurt. Warren never lost a patient while en route from Iraq to Germany. He was twice awarded a Distinguished Service Medal by the New Mexico Air National Guard, the highest non-combat honor bestowed by the force.Dr. Warren is survived by his two daughters, Maxine F. Warren of Arlington, VA, and Madison F. Warren of Nahant, MA, his father, Edus H. Warren, Jr., of Atlanta, GA, his sisters Ann F. Warren of Freehold, NJ, and Sarah W. Fenton of Basking Ridge, NJ, and his brother, Edus H. Warren, III, of Bainbridge Island, WA.

Published in The Record and Herald News on December 15, 2009

David Fletcher
DAVID FLETCHER David “Fletch” Fletcher, 38, of Las Vegas, passed away Dec. 10, 2009, due to complications from surgery. He was born July 6, 1971, in San Antonio, and was a 17-year resident of Nevada. He was an auto services supervisor for Auto Guardian, served in the U.S. Marine Corps, tank division during Desert Storm and was an avid outdoorsman. David was a beloved husband, father, son and friend who made everyone laugh. He was preceded in death this year by his brother, Todd Fletcher. He was also preceded in death by his grandmothers, Betty Kapus and Wanda Fletcher; and grandfathers, Joel Williamson and Fred Fletcher Sr. David is survived by his wife, Melinira Smith Fletcher; son, Brian; daughter, Rylee; mother and step-father, Renni and Dean Whitman of Las Vegas; father and step-mother, Fred and Patty Fletcher of San Antonio; two half-brothers, Sean and Bryan; one step-brother, Aaron; three step-sisters, Teri, Denise and Wendy; and grandmothers, Sherl Williamson of Canton, Texas, and Sheila Whitman of Las Vegas. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Dec. 16, with service following, both at Palm Mortuary Chapel, 6701 N. Jones Blvd., Las Vegas. Donations can be made to the David Fletcher Memorial Fund, at any Wells Fargo Bank.

Sidney “Bugga” Hawthorne
Memorial services for Sidney “Bugga” Hawthorne, 44, of Palestine will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Dogwood Hills Baptist Church with the Rev. Kevin Willmott officiating.Arrangements were under the direction of Bailey and Foster.Mr. Hawthorne died Thursday at Palestine Regional Medical Center. He was born Oct. 2, 1965 in Palestine to Sidney and Mary Strong Hawthorne. Mr. Hawthorne was a Baptist. He was a driller and worked for Patterson Drilling Co. He served in the U.S. Navy during Desert Storm and the National Guard.He was preceded in death by his father in 2001; and a brother, Steven Merle Hawthorne, in 1998. Mr. Hawthorne is survived by his mother, Mary Hawthorne of Palestine; best friend and fiance’, Tonya Crisman; Jeannie Hawthorne mother of daughter Sydney Hawthorne; stepdaughters, Tabitha Davis and Tiffany Davis; a stepson, Justin Kimball; a sister, Paula Peters; and a brother, Millage Hawthorne all of Palestine.To view online, leave condolences or sign the guestbook go to www.baileyandfosterfuneralhome.com Palestine TX

CURTIS W. STRAIN
Curtis W. Strain, 42, passed away Friday December 11, 2009. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, December 15, at White Chapel Funeral Home 6600 NE Antioch Rd Gladstone, MO. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 16, at 10 a.m. at the chapel. Burial in Leavenworth National Cemetery. Curtis had a passion for fishing and camping. He also served almost eight years in the Air Force and was awarded two Bronze Stars in Desert Storm. He is survived by his daughter Alyssa Strain of Kansas City, KS; mother Martha Muller of Gladstone, MO; father Louis Strain and wife Pat and family of Louisburg, KS; brothers John Strain of Trimble, MO and Floyd Holsted of Harris, MO; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. (Arr.: Newcomers White Chapel Funeral Home 816-452- 8419.)
Published in Kansas City Star on December 13, 2009

ANDREW BENNETT HAZARD
Cape Girardeau – Andrew Bennett Hazard, 39, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Jefferson Barracks Veterans Hospital in St. Louis, after a long struggle with cancer. He was born October 15, 1970, in Memphis, TN, to Patrick and Nancy Hughes Hazard. He and Jamie S. Pekios were married September 17, 2003, in Cape Girardeau. Andy attended St. Joseph School in Cairo, IL, St. Paul’s Academy in Covington, Louisiana, and graduated from Whitehaven High School in Memphis, TN. He attended Southern Illinois University and Southeast Missouri State University. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving as an infantry squad leader with the 3rd Armored Division. His missions included Panama, Honduras, and Saudi Arabia during the first Gulf War. He had achieved Ranger status before his discharge in 1993 due to injury. Loving survivors include his wife, Jamie; and sons Joseph Francis, 5, and Thomas Ryan, 2, all of Cape Girardeau; his mother, Nancy Joiner of Jackson; a brother, Chris Joiner of Burfordville; two sisters, Stephanie and Jessica Hazard; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Also surviving is his father-in-law, Tim Pekios of Cape Girardeau; mother-in-law, Susan Pekios of St. Louis; and brother-in-law, Ryan Pekios of Cape Girardeau. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Patrick Bernard Hazard; his paternal grand-parents, Frank and Eliane Hazard of Memphis; his maternal grandparents, Norman D. and Rose Walder Hughes of Cairo, IL, and Jackson, MO. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 15, from 4 p.m. until time of service at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau. The Rev. Ron Watts will officiate a memorial service and celebration of Andy’s life at 7 p.m., concluding with ceremonial flag folding and presentation by Team Delta of Cape Girardeau. In honoring Andy’s wishes, his body has been donated to medical science. Burial will be private, at a later date, at Calvary Cemetery in Villa Ridge, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to an educational account for his children (to be established this week at Bank of America), or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Sympathy messages may be sent to the family on-line at www.mccombsfuneralhome.com. McCombs Funeral Home (573)243-2424

Paul A. Henley
HENLEY, Paul A. – Of Flint, age 42, died Thursday, December 10, 2009 at his residence. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family. Paul was born in Flint on February 19, 1967 the son of David and Angie (Bupp) Henley. Paul served in the Army National Guard and was a Gulf War Veteran. Paul was a loving brother to 12 siblings and many nieces and nephews; also surviving are parents, David and Angie Henley. He was preceded in death by 1 sister, 1 brother, 1 nephew, and girlfriend, Kathy Zimmerman. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com Flint Michigan

Aaron Charrier
On December 7, 2009 Aaron Charrier passed away at Saint Alphonsus Hospital leaving behind a loving family, good friends, work colleagues and dirt bike buddies. His charm, keen intelligence, sense of humor and passion will be missed by all that knew him. The Texas Longhorns, Dallas Cowboys, and Boise State Broncos have lost one of their most stalwart fans. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, on Monday, December 14, 2009 at Cloverdale Funeral Home, 1200 N. Cloverdale Rd., Boise. A reception will immediately follow the service at the Cloverdale Funeral Home Reception Center. Aaron was born on July 24, 1971 to John and Teresa Charrier in Monroe, Louisiana. He spent most of his boyhood and teenage years, however, in Texas. After graduating from South Garland High School in Garland, Texas, Aaron joined the U.S. Air Force in 1990. To his pleasant surprise, he was stationed at Mountain Home Air Force Base, a place he envisioned to be as lovely as its name. Despite the initial shock, Aaron learned to love Mountain Home and the great state of Idaho. So much so, that he vowed to never leave. During the first Gulf War Aaron was stationed in Saudi Arabia, the Philippines and Columbia. Aaron was honorably discharged in 1994, and leaves behind many air force pictures of his buddies and himself experiencing desert life. While serving in the air force, Aaron met and married Deborah Hanson of Meridian, Idaho. Aaron and Deborah had one son, Brady David born on March 1, 1998. They were later divorced in 2004. Boise State University was Aaron’s next destination where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1998 in Philosophy. After graduating from college Aaron served for a short time as an Ada County Probation Officer. Then he moved on to a related field, law school, attending Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. While at Drake, Aaron distinguished himself academically by graduating with honors and serving as the Projects Editor for the Drake Law Review. Aaron became a member of the Idaho State Bar and Idaho Trial Lawyers’ Association in 2003. In this capacity he worked with several firms. At the time of his death he was a partner in the firm of Greener, Burke, and Shoemaker. Aaron often would go to the office as early as 5:00 A.M. to work on behalf of his clients. At a Christmas party in 2003, Aaron met his future wife, Becca Harris. They began dating almost immediately and were married in February of 2005. Aaron and Becca enjoyed many wonderful times in the six years they were together, most notably trips to Jamaica, the Oregon Coast and Hawaii. Beyond merely a husband, Aaron was Becca’s best friend. They shared an intense love and respect for one another that was rare and mutual. In November of 2008, their daughter Claire Kayanna was born. Aaron loved the outdoors. Nothing made him happier than going up in the mountains ready to take off on his dirt bike. Broken bones, injured shoulder, nothing stopped him from heading out to ride. Aaron’s many friends and family will always remember his love for his two children, Brady 11, and Claire 1. He and Brady did so many things together; biking, playing video games, going to movies. They shared jokes and Aaron hardly ever missed one of Brady’s activities. Aaron called Claire “beautiful baby girl” and was the first person to make her giggle and laugh when he made her fly and reach for the sky. Aaron deeply loved and admired both of his children for all of their unique and special talents. Aaron was a generous and loyal friend. He never met a stranger, but rather connected with people so easily he was always surrounded by friends. Aaron treasured his many friendships, and so often found comfort and courage through his friends. Aaron is survived by his mother, Teresa Starks and her husband, Larry Starks, his sister, Lisa Charrier and her three children (John, Alexis and Isaiah), and his brother Andrew Charrier. He also is survived by his wife, Becca and children, Brady and Claire. Aaron’s father John preceded him in death. Go with God now, Aaron. Condolences to the family may be submitted online at www.CloverdaleFuneralHome.com. Idaho statesman

James H. Martin

December 13, 2009

James H. Martin, 42, of 1709 Tioga St., Coal Township, died Sunday at his residence.

Born in Pottsville, Sept. 26, 1967, he was a son of James H. Martin, Ashland, and Adeline Flail Metzinger, Coal Township.

James served in the Marine Corp during the Gulf War.

He was a truck driver at Greco Trucking, Lavelle.

He was of the Protestant faith.

He was preceded in death by infant daughter, Kenna Martin.

Surviving are a son, Sean Martin; a daughter, Kierra Martin, both at home; two brothers, Brian Martin, Lavelle, and Thomas Metzinger, Coal Township; two sisters, Lori Martin, Ashland, and Kelly Metzinger, Coal Township.

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday from Nice-Hart Funeral Home Inc., 9 N. Lehigh Ave., Frackville. The Rev. George Drupp will officiate. Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to SPCA, Hillside Road, Pottsville, PA 17901. Interment with military honors will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, West Mahanoy Township.

Published in Republican & Herald on December 15, 2009

Robert W. Peregoy
Robert Wayne Peregoy, 47, of Taneytown, died unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 14, 2009. Born June 10, 1962, in Gettysburg, Pa., he was the son of Robert and Barbara Seal Peregoy, of Bean Station, Tenn., formerly of Taneytown. He was the husband of Ursula Wambsganss Peregoy, his wife of 27 years. He was a 1980 graduate of Francis Scott Key High School and was an Army veteran of 13 years, serving with the military police and in the Gulf War during Desert Storm. After serving in the Army, he was a detective with the Baltimore City Police Department in the drug unit for 13 years. He enjoyed his job, camping, fishing, cookouts and being with his family. Surviving, in addition to his parents and wife, are sons and daughter-in-law Bobbie and Katie Peregoy, of Littlestown, Pa., and Benjamin and Daniel Peregoy, both of Taneytown; brother and sister-in-law William and Jeannine Peregoy, of Westminster; sister and brother-in-law Patricia and Danny O’Tanger, of New Oxford, Pa.; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard A. Peregoy, who died in September 2008. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service, 1 p.m. Thursday at Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel, 412 Washington Road, Westminster (chapel entrance) with Baltimore Police Chaplain Don W. Helms officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Carroll County Humane Society, 2517 Littlestown Pike, Westminster, MD 21158. Online condolences may be made at www.prittsfuneralhome.com. Sign this guest book online at www.carrollcountytimes.com.

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Marcus Augustus Brown
Galt, CA

Marcus Augustus Brown

Nov. 16, 1971 – Dec. 10, 2009

Marcus Augustus Brown, born November 16, 1971 in Provo, Utah returned to his Heavenly Father on December 10, 2009, due to natural causes. Marcus had served his country during Desert Storm. He was currently working for the State Franchise Tax Board in Sacramento.

Marcus had an amazing sense of humor and was always a big kid at heart. Children of all ages loved Marcus and his playfulness.

He is survived by the loves of his life Angie Graham and Cassie Aitkens, parents Ruth and Fred Carrero, Dennis and Joan Brown-English; also his family, Parni Lei and nephew Max Myers of Oregon; Jason, Gina, Jacob and Jenna Brown of Elk Grove; Hans, Kate, Emma, Nadia, Stephan van Wijck of Holland; and Sara Carrero of Oregon; Jim, Denise, Erica, Shannon and Amanda Brimhall of Oregon.

Services are Friday, Dec 18th, 11:00 a.m. at the LDS Church in Galt, 972 Vintage Oak Ave. A visitation hour will begin at 10:00 a.m.

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Larry W. McGillivray Share E-mail
Groton – Larry W. McGillivray, 56, of 80 Buddington Road in Groton, passed away Tuesday at the Fairview in Groton.

Larry was born on Sept. 7, 1953, in Flint, Mich., the son of Floyd W. and Grace Henne McGillivray.

He was married on Nov. 19, 1980, in Elizabeth City, N.C. to the former Maligwas Sabino.

Larry was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam and Gulf Wars having retired in 1994, after more than 20 years in the service.

Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St., Groton, is assisting the family with services which are to be private at his request.

Published in The Day on December 10, 2009

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He is preceded in death by his father, Eldor Myers.

Family & Friends are encouraged to wear Saints attire.

Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS are in charge of the arrangements.

Gerald Ronald Elliot “Ronnie”
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, at Glencoe-Hokes Bluff Chapel for Gerald Ronald “Ronnie” Elliott. Mr. Elliott went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009. The Rev. Tim Smith and Michael Anderson will officiate. Burial will follow in Pilgrims Rest Cemetery. Glencoe-Hokes Bluff Funeral Home will officiate.
Ronnie was a graduate of Southside High School. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy for 13 years. His service included Desert Storm and Desert Shield, having several honors and accolades. He was an avid deer hunter and loved Alabama football. He was a member of Dailey Street Baptist Church, Piedmont.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald R. Elliott Sr. and Brenda L. Anderson; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Vineyard and Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Elliott; and several aunts and uncles.
He will be deeply missed by his sisters, Kimberly Welsh, New Jersey, and Pamela Duke, Attalla; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; and special friends, Michael and Sharon Anderson and Mona Steed.
Pallbearers will be Matt Duke, Coty Duke, Kevin Poore, Calvin Poore, Johnny Poore and Verlyn McCurdy.
Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Anderson, Andy Catlin and Roy Jr. Cleveland.
The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.

Published in The Gadsden Times on December 6, 2009

Published in Winston-Salem Journal on December 12, 2009

Jonathan M. Myers
Jonathan M. Myers December 3, 2009 COLUMBUS, GA — Ret. SSGT Jonathan M. Myers, 49, of Columbus, GA passed away on December, 3 2009. His service will be held Monday, December 7, 2009, 11:00 AM, in the Vance-Brooks Chapel. He will be laid to rest at East Tennessee Veteran Cemetery, Knoxville, Tennessee. Mr. Myers was born in Memphis, Tennessee to parents, Homer Marshall and Annie Mildred May Myers. He is preceded in death by his father. Mr. Myers served in Germany during the cold war and Desert Storm, where he was awarded the Bronze Star and the Kuwait Liberation Medal. He enjoyed Nascar racing and attending the races. After his retirement he volunteered with the Red Cross at the Martin Army Hospital. He was a member of the American Legion 202 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Survivors include his wife, Rebecca Myers of Cusseta, Georgia; mother, Mildred Myers of Gatlinburg, Tennessee; two daughters, Kira and Jenna Myers, both of Seymour, Tennessee; two sisters, Marcia Breeden of Sevierville, Tennessee and Susan Myers of Gatlinburg, Tennessee; one stepson, Eric Giddens; two brothers, Ken E. Myers and wife, Marsha, and Steven Myers; three grandchildren, Jousha Renew, Jessica, and Brittany Renew; and his dog, UPS. The family request no flowers, but donations may be made to the Scholarship Fund of American Legion 202, P. O. Box 724, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, or The Ben Atchley Veterans Home, 1 Veteran’s Way, Knoxville, Tennessee.

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Lorillee Ann Babcock
LORILLEE ANN BABCOCK”CORKER” Lorillee was born June 12, 1940, in Riverside, CA and passed away November 27, 2009, in Fernley, NV. She graduated from Ramona High School in 1958. Lorillee lived in Sacramento, CA where she worked at the Sacramento Army Depot from which she retired after 34 years. Her job took her many places; Desert Storm, Japan, Korea and Germany. She moved to Ferleny, NV in 2000. She enjoyed playing in the Casinos and loved to play Keno. Lorilee is preceded in death by her parents Marva and Richard Babcock. She is survived by her loving sister Carolyn and brother-in-law Gary Taber, aunts June Harvey and Velma Hoyles, uncle Ross Mathers, cousins Karen and Mike Kirby, who were dear to her, and many other cousins and friends. She will be dearly missed by all. Viewing on Thursday, December 3, 2009, 6:00 pm. at Arlington Mortuary. Graveside services will be on Friday, December 4, 2009, 10:00 am at Olivewood Cemetery. Arlington Mortuary, Directors (800) 275-4648
Published in Press-Enterprise on December 3, 2009

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Marcus Augustus Brown
Galt, CA

Marcus Augustus Brown

Nov. 16, 1971 – Dec. 10, 2009

Marcus had an amazing sense of humor and was always a big kid at heart. Children of all ages loved Marcus and his playfulness.

Services are Friday, Dec 18th, 11:00 a.m. at the LDS Church in Galt, 972 Vintage Oak Ave. A visitation hour will begin at 10:00 a.m.

Calvin Cox
Calvin Wade Cox BRISTOL, Tenn. Calvin Wade Cox GYSGT U.S. Marine Corp Retired, age 50, passed away Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born June 5, 1959, in Bristol Tennessee, son of Joe and Hulda Steele Cox. He was a retired Marine Gunnery Sgt in the United States Marines having served in Desert Storm. After his retirement he was employed as a supervisor at the U.S. Postal service in Johnson City, Tenn. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Cox and Michael Cox. Survivors include: wife, Angela D. Cardwell Cox; parents, Joe Jr. and Hulda Steele Cox; daughters, Amber Cox and friend, Lonnie Preis and Andrea Cox; sisters, Nancy Carrier and husband Ernest, Patricia Smith and husband Joe, Alma Vance and husband Doug; brothers, Joe Melvin Cox III and Wayne Cox and wife Nadine; sisters-in-law, Shirley Long and husband Leonard, Katherine Smith and Connie Cardwell; five nieces; and four nephews; special friends, Kim Houston, Tom and Dianne McDaniel. Funeral service will be held Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, at 4 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Col. Dennis Hamm officiating. The burial will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in the Vanover Cemetery with military honors conducted by the American Legion Hammond Post 3/265 of Kingsport and the Tennessee Army National Guard. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. prior to the service on Sunday or other times at the home of his parents, Joe and Hulda at 428 Old Weaver Pike Bluff City, TN 37618. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home.

Published in Bristol Herald Courier on December 5, 2009

Robert C. Huffman (1947-2009)
Robert C. Huffman, 62, passed away Dec. 2, 2009 at his home with his wife, daughter and son-in-law by his side after a two year fight against cancer.
Robert was born February of 1947 in Toledo, Ohio, to Mearl Thomas and Margaret Irene Huffman. Robert, also known as Bob and Huff, was raised in Toledo by his mother and stepfather, James Richard Kehoe. After spending most of his youth in Toledo, Robert joined the Air Force where he worked as Aircraft Armament Specialist and Superintendent and also as a Plumbing Specialist. He met his wife Kyong while stationed in Korea. They married in 1974 and moved to Fort Walton Beach, Fla., where they spent the next 35 years.
Bob retired from the Air Force with more than 20 years of service and several commendations including the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor Device and four Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Organizational Excellence Award, Air Force Good Conduct Medal with five Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal with one Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Air Force Overseas Tour Ribbon with two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon. Robert was recalled in August 1990 for six months in support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. After retiring from the Air Force, Bob continued his career working overseas for private sector companies as a Journeyman Plumber.
Robert enjoyed many things in life including gardening, singing, reading, crosswords, fishing and carpentry. You could often find him with a fishing pole in his hand or in his workshop crafting furniture.
Robert is survived by his wife, Kyong Chu; two daughters and their spouses, Dave and Stacy Ambler and Henry and Tonia Fell; two grandsons, Henry and Allan Fell; parents, James and Margaret Kehoe; brothers, Thomas and James Huffman; and sister, Katherine Kehoe.
He is preceded in death by his biological father, Mearl Huffman.
Robert Huffman’s memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Dec. 9, at Korean First Presbyterian Church of Fort Walton Beach. Rev. Joseph K. Chung will be officiating. Internment will be at Barrancas National Cemetery at Pensacola N.A.S. Arrangements have been made through Emerald Coast Funeral Home.
Donations can be sent to Covenant Hospice whose service was indispensable during Robert’s care or to a Cancer Research Facility of choice.

Edward Jay Lucas
Edward Jay Lucas – RINCON – Edward Jay Lucas, a resident of Rincon, Georgia, laid to rest in his home on December 6, 2009. Jay was born October 16, 1959 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Jay attended Cloverdale Schools in Cloverdale, Indiana where he graduated high school. After high school he enlisted with the United States Air Force and proudly served in Desert Storm. Once separated from the Air Force, Jay worked at Gulfstream as an Aviation Electrician. He left this world doing the things he loved – hanging out with friends, listening to music and having a cold beer. Jay is survived by his wife Marianne, mother Bernice, his two children, 4 grandchildren and numerous relatives. “I am ready to meet my Maker. Whether my Maker is prepared for the great ordeal of meeting me is another matter” -Winston Churchill Visitation: Thursday, December 10, 2009 from 6 -7 PM. at the Fairhaven Funeral Home. Memorial Service: Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Fairhaven Funeral Chapel. Fairhaven Funeral Home & Crematory 2794 W. US Hwy. 80 Garden City, GA 31408 912-964-2862 www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net Savannah Morning News December 9, 2009 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannnahnow.com/obituaries .

Dr. George E. Mayo III
Dr. George Edward Mayo, III 72, passed away on Saturday morning at his home surrounded by his family. George was born in Fremont, NC on May 21, 1937 to the late George Edward Mayo Jr. and Susie Mae Whitley Bogue. He was a graduate of both the Dental School and the Pediatric Dentistry Program of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. George was also a graduate of the Orthodontics Program at Georgetown University. He was board certified in Orthodontics and was selected to be a member of the International College of Dentistry and the American College of Dentistry. George had retired as Colonel from the United States Air Force and had served his country during Desert Storm. As an active member of the Goldsboro community, George served on the Board of Wayne Memorial Hospital and was a member of the WATCH committee. He was also a member of the Wayne County Dental Society, the Goldsboro Rotary Club and the Goldsboro Elks Lodge. He was a long-time member of the family table at Wilber’s. George will be remembered as dedicating his life to his family, dentistry, and the Carolina Tarheels. A service to celebrate George’s life will be held Monday at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church with Rev. James H. Harry officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont with Full Military Honors. George is survived by his wife, Rebecca Cole Mayo; his children, Margaret-Ann McIntosh Mayo, George Edward Mayo, IV and Mary Virginia Mayo; his brother, David Whitley Mayo of Wrightsville Beach; and his sister, Mary Sue Beamon of Tarboro. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church, 204 E. Chestnut Street, Goldsboro, NC 27534 or to the School of Dentistry at the University of North Carolina, P.O. Box 309, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-0309. The family will receive friends Sunday from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com
Published in The News & Observer on December 7, 2009

Richard Patrick Mullen (1945 – 2009)
Richard Patrick Mullen, 64, a retired Army command sergeant major, passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009.
Service: 10 a.m. Friday in Laurel Land Chapel of Chimes. Interment: 1 p.m. Friday in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Laurel Land Funeral Home.
Command Sgt. Maj. R.P. Mullen was born Feb. 16, 1945, to Richard J. and Jeanne A. Mullen in Bangor, Maine. He will be much missed, but always revered and remembered as a loving husband, mentoring father, respected brother, selfless friend and, not least, dedicated soldier. His military service from 1963 to 1993 included one tour in Thailand, two tours in Vietnam and Operation Desert Storm in combat operations. His wisdom will be felt by those who had the gracious opportunity to have known him. May God welcome him.
Survivors: His wife, Gloria; and children, Steve, Rich, Sheila and Kelly.
Published in Star-Telegram on December 9, 2009

Daryl W. Armstrong
Daryl W. Armstrong
Chadwicks – Ballston Spa
Daryl W. Armstrong, 43, passed away peacefully at his home on December 2, 2009. He was born on February 20, 1966, the son of Gerald and Ellen Billings Armstrong, and was the 1984 Salutatorian of the last graduating class of the Chadwicks Union Free School. Daryl was a Dessert Storm era veteran serving with the U.S. Air Force. Daryl leaves behind his daughters, Brittney and Marissa, of Troy; his parents, Red and Ellie Armstrong, of Sauquoit; his sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Dennis Dulen, of Cassville; his niece, Heather Jones; and his great-nephew, Christopher Lamie. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are with the Smith Funeral Home, 3022 Oneida St., Sauquoit. To view Daryls online memorial, please go to: www.smith-funeralhome.com

PHIL SAUCEMAN (1956 – 2009)
Phil Sauceman, age 53, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 7, 2009, in Fort Mohave, Ariz.

He was born October 12, 1956 in Greeneville, Tenn., to Reva Dean Sauceman (Gosnell) and Kyle Sauceman. Phil grew up in Greeneville, Tenn. and Sycamore, Ill., playing baseball and “wrastling” with his older and much-loved sisters, Norma and Sandy. He was a graduate of the Sycamore High School Class of 1974, where he cultivated lifelong relationships, interests in carpentry, and athletics.

After high school, Phil enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. He served his country proudly as an Airman First Class, in the Air National Guard, and as a reserve in the Air Force.

Phil and Trish married while they were students attending Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Ill. in 1982. Phil earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Technology and Education. He continued his education at Northern Arizona University earning his Master’s Degree in Elementary Education/Leadership.

Phil moved to Arizona in 1983 from Illinois, settling in the Mohave Valley area with his wife, Trish. Education was always extremely important to Phil. During his career for the Mohave Valley Elementary School District, he taught Junior High Industrial Arts at Mohave Valley Elementary School, when it was the only school in the District. Phil later taught fifth grade at Fort Mojave Elementary School.

Over the years, Phil coached football, baseball, and wrestling. He accepted the duties of Assistant Principal of Mohave Valley Elementary and Fort Mojave Elementary, Principal of Mohave Valley Elementary, and then Mohave Valley Junior High. He continued with the Mohave Valley Elementary School District as Curriculum Director, Assistant Superintendent, and then Superintendent. He recently retired from the District in July 2009.

An appreciative parent shared, “Phil afforded all an even playing field, and made each person feel like they could do anything; everyone had a chance and was given a new opportunity to succeed every minute.” Phil was a positive role model to his son, family, friends, colleagues, and students.

Phil served his community as a member of the Mohave Electric Cooperative Board of Directors. He liked to travel with his family in the Caribbean and throughout the United States. He especially liked to experience the particular local nuances of the people living in each place he visited. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors with his son, Ike. Woodworking was his hobby. He crafted many beautiful and lasting pieces for his family and home.

Phil was preceded in death by his mother Reva, in May 2007.

Phil is survived by his wife of 27 years, Trish Sauceman (Sunderlin); son, Ike, of Fort Mohave; father, Kyle Sauceman of Greeneville, Tenn.; two sisters, Norma (Nick) Nagy of Cookeville, Tenn., and Sandy Stoddard, of Cleveland, Tenn.; and many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visitation will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, December 14, 2009, at Desert Lawn Funeral Home, 9250 S. Ranchero Lane, Mohave Valley.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 15, at Calvary Chapel in Bullhead City. Pastor Chuck Kelly will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in the name of “The Phil Sauceman Fields” located at Mohave Valley Jr. High School. Please send donations in care of: Mohave Valley Elementary School District (MVESD), P.O. Box 5070, Mohave Valley, AZ 86446.

Arrangements are under the direction of Desert Lawn Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Gardens.

Tammy Lynn Brookhart Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, at Harrisburg Hospital, Harrisburg, Pa. She was a native of Baton Rouge and graduate of Walker High School. She moved to Millerstown after her military service ended. She served and defended our country in the U.S. Army, beginning with a year in Turkey followed by service in Operation Desert Shield in Kuwait and during Operation Restore Hope in Somalia. She was awarded the Southwest Asia Service Medal with a bronze star and the Army Achievement Medal on four occasions. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, Wednesday, Dec. 16, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation will resume Thursday, Dec. 17, from 9 a.m. until service at 11 a.m., officiated by the Rev. Charles Crum. Burial with military honors will follow at Port Hudson National Cemetery. Survived by her parents, F.T. “Joe” and F. Jane Segler Morales; three sisters, Penny Moran, Laurie Morales Hill, and Anna Lambert and husband David; two brothers, John Morales and wife Sherry, and Joey Morales; sister-in-law, Theresa Morales; aunts, Vivian Brocato, Verlin Klienpeter and husband Arthur, and Margie Wilkes; and nieces and nephews, Christopher, Jacob, Stephanie, Rachel, Madison, Jerica, Dillan, Kacie, Justin, Jarrett and Jordan. Preceded in death by her brother, Tommy Morales. She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend. The love and care she has shown will be missed by her family, friends and country.
Published in The Advocate on December 16, 2009

Byron L. Wilgus
Written by Administrator
Wednesday, 16 December 2009
Byron L. Wilgus, 58, of Bellefontaine, passed away Monday, Dec. 14, 2009, at Mary Rutan Hospital.

He was born in Bellefontaine on June 25, 1951, a son of the late Donald and Donna Mae Norris Wilgus. He also was preceded in death by a sister, Sandy Myers.

He is survived by his wife, Janet L. Smith Wilgus whom he married Nov. 19, 2000, in Bellefontaine; daughters, Penny P. Wilgus of Bellefontaine and her mother, Sang R. Pak of Hawaii, Heidi J. (James) Collins of North Lewisburg and Amy A. (Corey) Grant of Belle Center; his pet dogs, Lucky, Marshmallow, Sarge, Trooper, Private and Ranger, a pet cat named Tom and a visiting pet named Blue; brothers, Jim (Sue) Wilgus, John (Lori) Wilgus, Chuck (Sandy) Wilgus and David Wilgus, all of Bellefontaine, and Phil (Kathy) Wilgus of Columbus; sisters, Patricia and Becky Wilgus, both of Bellefontaine; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A 1969 graduate of Benjamin Logan, he was an Army and Air Force veteran serving in Vietnam and Desert Storm.

He retired from the Air Force as a master sergeant and enjoyed fishing. He worked at the First United Presbyterian Church, Bellefontaine.

The Rev. Rob Fulton presides over a memorial service at 6 p.m. Friday at the Eichholtz Funeral Home, Bellefontaine, where calling and a military service by the Logan County Veterans Honor Guard begin at 4 p.m.

Express condolences at www.eichholtzfuneralhome.com.

Edward Jay Lucas
Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Edward Jay Lucas of Ricon, Ga. died Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009 after a battle with cancer.
He was born in Indianapolis in 1959, the son of Bernice and James Lucas. He was raised in Cloverdale and a graduate of Cloverdale High School.

Mr. Lucas was a veteran of United States Air Force and gave proud service to his county in Desert Storm. After his service in the Air Force, he worked as an aviation electrician for Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation.

He lived in Ricon with his wife Marianne Lucas, and she survives.

He is also survived by his mother Bernice Lucas of Cloverdale; daughter Jene’ Lucas of Oklahoma; son Jason Lucas of Colorado; brothers Bryant Lucas and Richard Lucas, both of Indiana; and his four grandchildren.

His father James Lucas preceded him in death.

Jay was a loving and loyal father, husband and son. He was known as an extremely hard worker. Jay will be deeply missed.

Tyrone Schuyler Farnham Jr.
Tyrone Schuyler (Ty) Farnham Jr., 40, of Vinton, Va., went to be with the Lord on December 15, 2009. Ty was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lionel and Veridienne Ferland and Phyllis Farnham Gaudette; and niece, Skylar Wilson. Surviving to cherish his loving memory is his soul mate and love of his life, his wife, Dreama. He is also survived by his loving children, Rick and Samantha; parents, Tyrone and Elaine; mother-in-law, Linda Shell; brother, Shawn; brother, Michael and wife, Maryann; uncles, Raymond and wife, Judy, and Paul and wife, Terry; special niece, Isabella; and many more uncles, aunts, cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nieces and nephews. Ty was known as Grandpa Ty to his precious granddaughter, Ava. Ty proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Gulf War. He spent the last 11 years as an engineer for Norfolk and Southern. Ty leaves behind many friends and classmates from Virginia to Hawaii; and his partner-in-crime, Mike. The family would like to send a special thank you to the nursing and respiratory personnel of 8th floor MSICU of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital and to the flight crew from UNC Chapel Hill for all efforts made to keep Ty with us. Funeral services will be conducted 4 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2009, at Oakey’s Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Diane Scribner Clevenger officiating. Flowers are appreciated or donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 4504 Starkey Road, SW, Suite 115, Roanoke, Va. 24014. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, December 17, 2009, at Oakey’s Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

Jerry C. Walker
Colonel Jerry C. Walker, USAFRES (Ret.) -WARNER ROBINS – Jerry C. Walker, 63, entered into rest on Monday, December 14, 2009. -Visitation will be Friday, December 18, 2009, from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at McCullough Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2P.M. on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at First Assembly of God Church, Pastor Mark Merrill officiating. Interment will follow in Parkway Memorial Gardens. -Jerry C. Walker was born on April 5, 1946, in Waycross. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force Reserves, participated in the Persian Gulf Conflict and retired after thirty years of faithful service having attained the rank of Colonel. He served as Director of Pharmacy at Robins Air Force Base Hospital for a number of years and was currently employed by the State of Georgia Drugs and Narcotics Agency. First Assembly of God was his church home where he was very active for many years. A Corvette enthusiast, he was active in the Perry Corvette Club and was a Life Member of the National Corvette Museum. In addition, he held memberships in the Military Officers of World Wars (MOWW), the Air Force Pharmacy Association and the Georgia Pharmacy Association. He was predeceased by his first wife, Illene J. Walker. -He will live in the hearts of his wife of three years, Gwen Thornton Walker, Perry; daughter, Jeri Lea Schofill (Kevin), Perry; step-daughter, Michelle Duhon (Eric), Byron; grandchildren, Jackson Schofill and Avoly Schofill; parents, Cecil L. Walker and Marie Bullock Walker, Warner Robins; brother, Tony L. Walker (Valerie), Perry; niece, Jessica Stanley (J.R.); nephew, Jonathan Walker. -Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to the Airman’s Relief Fund, 78 MSS/DFF, 725 Ninth Street, Suite 100, Robins AFB, GA 31098-2235. -Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family. -McCullough Funeral Home has charge of arrangements. Jerry Walker

Paul V. Bell
WOODRUFF — Paul Vernon Bell, 75, of 470 Wedgewood Drive passed away Monday, December 14, 2009 at Spartanburg Regional Gibbs Oncology Center. A native of Reidville Township, he was born September 13, 1934 to the late Paul B. and Annie Mae Emory Bell. He was the widower of Dorothy J. Lowell Bell his loving wife of 45 years.

A graduate of Woodruff High School, he also held a college level GED. SMSGT Bell began his military career in September 1956 in the United States Air Force where he served until his honorable discharge in March 1965. He then enlisted in the Air Force Reserves where he served from April 1972 until June 1973. He served in the SC Air National Guard at McEntire ANG Base from June 1973 until his retirement in September 1994. SMSGT. Bell was a proud veteran of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. After his military retirement, Paul Vernon entered politics where he served on the Woodruff City Council from May 2003 until November 2004. He was then elected May of Woodruff, serving from November 2004 until November 2008. He was previous Chairman and a current member of the Planning Commission.

Mr. Bell is survived by his sons, Larry Letourneau of Waterloo, Jeff and Ron Bell both of Woodruff; daughters, Susan Hellams of Woodruff, Ginger Byrd of Simpsonville, Peggy Redding of Travelers Rest, Paula Capps of Spartanburg and Jennifer Bell of Woodruff. Paul Vernon is also survived by his grandchildren who knew him as “Poppa Bell”, which include his grandsons, Clint Letourneau of Enoree, Curt Letourneau of Atlanta, Georgia, Brian Hellams of Woodruff, Michael Binkley of Simpsonville, Chris Redding of Marietta and Ronald Bell of Woodruff; granddaughters, Michelle and Jessica Binkley of Simpsonville, Kristle Casey of Spartanburg and Leah Bell of Woodruff. Also surviving are great-grandsons, Casey Letourneau of Enoree, Kyle and Joshua Hellams of Woodruff, Jacob and Austin Redding of Marietta and Cayden Casey-Pintoff of Spartanburg; great-granddaughters, Abbigail Strange of Simpsonville and Magnolia Casey-Pintoff of Spartanburg; one great-great-grandson, Corey Hellams of Woodruff. There were many other children that knew and loved “Poppa Bell”. Mr. Bell is also survived by two brothers, Freddie Bell of Greer and Donnie Bell of Woodruff; one sister, Martha Ann Hourihan of Clover. He was pre-deceased by a grandson, Corey Hellams, two brothers, Larry Dean Bell and Harry Kenneth Bell and a sister, Doris Rebecca Bell.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Woodruff by the Rev. Charles Foster, Rev. Carlos Watson, Mr. Scott Slatton and CMSGT. Tim Treaster. Interment will full military honors rendered by the United States Air force Honor Guard will follow in Greenhaven Memorial Gardens, 12795 Hwy. 221. Woodruff.

Visitation will be held tonight, Wednesday, December 16, 2009 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Lanford Funeral Home, 257 North Main Street, Woodruff.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the USO, P.O. Box 96860, Washington, D.C. 20077-7677.

The family is at the residence, 470 Wedgewood Drive, Woodruff. Lanford Funeral Home Woodruff

Calvin Thomas Herndon Sr.
Calvin Thomas Herndon, Sr. -FORSYTH – Calvin Thomas Herndon, Sr. died Wednesday, December 16, 2009. Graveside services will be held at 11A.M., Friday, December 18, 2009 in Monroe Memorial Gardens. David Herndon will officiate. The family will greet friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M., Thursday, December 17, 2009 at Monroe County Memorial Chapel. -Mr. Herndon, the son of the late David Alvin Herndon and Cathrine Gunner Herndon, was born February 9, 1935 in Monroe County. He retired from Armstrong Industries after thirty years of service. He was a veteran of the United States Army and the Georgia Army National Guard 48th Infantry Brigade, retiring with twenty years of service. Mr. Herndon served during the Korean Conflict and Desert Storm. He was of the Baptist Faith. -Survivors include Essie Herndon of Forsyth; children, Tricia (Ricky) Herndon of Thomaston, Tommy (Billie) Herndon of Forsyth and Dale (Marquita) Herndon of Rome; sisters, Dorothy (Lon) Bush of Duluth, Velma (Jim) Crockett of Marietta and Brenda (Jimmy) Shurley of Forsyth; brother, Sammy Herndon of McDonough; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. -In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Operations Uplift, c/o 78 North Lee Street, Forsyth, GA 31029. -Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes. -Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of arrangements.

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February 26, 2010 - 8:29 pm

Dear Lord bless these people, please welcome these warriors into heaven, and I cannot believe how many are dying, but yet the gumment says nothing is wrong.

Denise DSNurse
March 7, 2010 - 12:53 am

WE are already putting in to them they need to review and be sure the claims of these are reviewed for the widows now! Correction even when late and taken correctly can help right this previous sinking ship…WE will see!

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March 21, 2010 - 10:40 pm

“WE are already putting in to them they need to review and be sure the claims of these are reviewed for the widows now! Correction even when late and taken correctly can help right this previous sinking ship…WE will see!” I agreed with that idea.

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