Graybeards - Korean War Veterans Association

305 CARSON CITY [NV]
Our members are enthusiastic about the effort to support our
troops and local people and organizations. Recently, we have sent
supplies to troops in Afghanistan, provided two nursing scholarships,
and awarded a grant for the Veterans Administrations
Hospital guest house in Reno.
One Soldier in Afghanistan took the time to thank us via the
emails below. We have omitted the sender’s name to protect his
identity.
Angelo De Felice, President, 214 W. King St., Carson
City, NV, 89703, 775-882-0916, angnmare@aol.com
Email 1
FROM THE TROOPS IN AFGHANISTAN
Good evening from Afghanistan! Just wanted to let you know how
much the unit appreciated the boxes today. My Soldiers think you all
are angels. The ability to get these items for them has made their
week, and they were so happy. Everything came in good use and the
brushes are already being used daily. It really helps with the fine dust
we have around here. Each one has made it part of their weapons’
cleaning kit.
We are doing well. The weather has cooled a little, but it’s still changing
back and forth from cold to hot.
I read your letter to the unit as they came in and got all the items out
of the boxes. They really think you all are the heroes. Thank-you so
very much for all your support.
Email 2
It is my Soldiers that are moved that your group is willing to help us,
and whenever and whatever it is you all find a way to get it to us. You
have no idea how much esprit de corps this brings to these Soldiers.
I have one Soldier who is so frustrated. He was getting out at the end
of this tour. He is an E5 and I would really hate to see him leave. But
I understood that your boxes and support made him feel so happy
that he has decided to re-enlist for two more years.
He was overwhelmed that people from the states were supporting
us, and when we ask you for something he needed, he got it. I really
appreciate your assistance. You have no idea how much of an
impact you have made on my Soldiers. God Bless you all!
We have received the cargo nets, the barber brushes, the ties, the
bungee cords, the candy, the shampoo, the female items, and all 32
electric fans. All of it is appreciated.
Thank you.
The Commanding General decided to use our KWVA State
reunion celebration for an early dedication of the new State
Veterans Cemetery, located on the Fort Leonard Wood property
donated to the State. The official dedication is scheduled for
some time in November of this year.
Don Baur and our State KWVA Commander, Frank Williams,
of CID 186, participated in the dedication activities. Williams
assisted in placing a wreath in front of the cemetery memorial
wall, while Baur played Taps at the impressive and somber ceremony.
Salvadore Christifulli, Historian, CID 186, St. Charles,
MO, 923 Annabrook Park Dr., O’Fallon, MO 63366,
SchristifulIi@charter.net
Don Baur (L) holding
bugle, and Frank
Williams prepare for
Taps at Department
of Missouri meeting
Jim Fountain, Frank Williams, Linda Chamberlain, Paul Phillips (L-R) in
front of the Memorial Wall at the new Missouri State Veterans Cemetery
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DEPARTMENT OF MISSOURI
The Department held its 2010 State meeting in Rolla in conjunction
with honoring the 60th year anniversary of the beginning
of the Korean War. The City of Rolla’s Chamber of
Commerce helped in the planning by contacting the
Commanding General of Fort Leonard Wood to schedule a tour
of the Base and the almost newly finished State Veterans
Cemetery for the attendees.
Allen Wiley, John Torrisi, Don Baur, Bob Pietz (L-R), Bob Osborn (standing)
at Department of Missouri state gathering
September – October 2010
The Graybeards