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I'm at Tony on the McCord team back around 75. He was the staff sergeant radio maintenance at that time. Damn nice guy. We were on a few exercises together and he explained a lot about combat control to me. That's why I have a lot of respect for those guys. Rest in peace Tony
I'm at Tony on the McCord team back around 75. He was the staff sergeant radio maintenance at that time. Damn nice guy. We were on a few exercises together and he explained a lot about combat control to me. That's why I have a lot of respect for those guys. Rest in peace Tony... Collapse
I'm at Derek shortly after joining the team as a photographer. He was a hell of a good guy. We cracked a few beers together and enjoyed a few parties. Rest in peace buddy
I'm at Derek shortly after joining the team as a photographer. He was a hell of a good guy. We cracked a few beers together and enjoyed a few parties. Rest in peace buddy... Collapse
I met Bob briefly. When he first came to the team. He was a good trooper. He helped me drink a few beers. Didn't get to know him very well because the photo lab closed and I went elsewhere to work. Rest in peace buddy
I met Bob briefly. When he first came to the team. He was a good trooper. He helped me drink a few beers. Didn't get to know him very well because the photo lab closed and I went elsewhere to work. Rest in peace buddy... Collapse
One of the sayings going around the teams was CC said that. Or CC did that. Got to meet him a couple of times when he came to see the McCord team. Rest in peace C C.
One of the sayings going around the teams was CC said that. Or CC did that. Got to meet him a couple of times when he came to see the McCord team. Rest in peace C C.... Collapse
Mike was one of the first people I met on the team. And was on the first mission I shot for them. Hell of a nice guy. Going to miss him. Rest in peace
Mike was one of the first people I met on the team. And was on the first mission I shot for them. Hell of a nice guy. Going to miss him. Rest in peace... Collapse
[IMG_N9l0ITc.jpg] Leslie Evitts playing with a blasting cap. Photo provided by Gene Johnson
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Leslie Evitts playing with a blasting cap. Photo provided by Gene Johnson... Collapse
Leslie Evitts playing with a blasting cap. Photo provided by Gene Johnson... Collapse
[IMG_Yb4IXHZ.jpg] El Jaffer Jordan, July 1985 Standing- Jordanian SF, Major Steve Scott, Jordanian Major, SSgt Ron Childress, SMSgt Don East, SSgt Steve Miller - (crouched) Capt Ron Watkins 2 more Jordanian SF [IMG_9Rc81fz.jpg] Volant Rodeo Team Formation [IMG_ZKNnp91.jpg] Don East and Frank (Mike) Marino members of the Pope Team 1st place Volant Rodeo '79.
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El Jaffer Jordan, July 1985 Standing- Jordanian SF, Major Steve Scott, Jordanian Major, SSgt Ron Childress, SMSgt Don East, SSgt Steve Miller - (crouched) Capt Ron Watkins 2 more Jordanian SF
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Volant Rodeo Team Formation
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Don East and Frank (Mike) Marino members of the Pope Team 1st place Volant Rodeo '79.... Collapse
El Jaffer Jordan, July 1985 Standing- Jordanian SF, Major Steve Scott, Jordanian Major, SSgt Ron Childress, SMSgt Don East, SSgt Steve Miller - (crouched) Capt Ron Watkins 2 more Jordanian SF
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Volant Rodeo Team Formation
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Don East and Frank (Mike) Marino members of the Pope Team 1st place Volant Rodeo '79.... Collapse
Don was a great guy. A stud. He was kicking the ass of younger CCT teammates into his forties. He received a silver star while in Vietnam at a young age. So not was he always fit but great as an Air Traffic Controller. He had a bit of a swagger to him that guys teased him about, but I think they were a bit jealous of him. He would fix his hair a lot by taking off a hat or beret while trying to find a mirror. That drew a lot of teasing. He was a great leader and... Read more
Don was a great guy. A stud. He was kicking the ass of younger CCT teammates into his forties.
He received a silver star while in Vietnam at a young age. So not was he always fit but great as an Air Traffic Controller. He had a bit of a swagger to him that guys teased him about, but I think they were a bit jealous of him.
He would fix his hair a lot by taking off a hat or beret while trying to find a mirror. That drew a lot of teasing. He was a great leader and mentor. [IMG_pbMWnN4.jpg] [IMG_ujEFIo7.jpg] [IMG_ojvAGbS.jpg] [IMG_FJhf2rN.jpg]... Collapse
He received a silver star while in Vietnam at a young age. So not was he always fit but great as an Air Traffic Controller. He had a bit of a swagger to him that guys teased him about, but I think they were a bit jealous of him.
He would fix his hair a lot by taking off a hat or beret while trying to find a mirror. That drew a lot of teasing. He was a great leader and mentor. [IMG_pbMWnN4.jpg] [IMG_ujEFIo7.jpg] [IMG_ojvAGbS.jpg] [IMG_FJhf2rN.jpg]... Collapse
I met the 'mouse' when he was a member of the McChord combat control team. I was the team photographer. I also shot his wedding. He was a wonderful guy. May he rest in peace
I met the 'mouse' when he was a member of the McChord combat control team. I was the team photographer. I also shot his wedding. He was a wonderful guy. May he rest in peace... Collapse
I met Don in the mid 70s at McChord Air Force Base. I was the chief photographer. He was a member of a combat control team. His boss chief Master Sergeant Howell requested me as team photographer. Somewhere along the way the chief talked me into jumping. A ranger outfit at fort Lewis gave me the instruction. Don was there when I made my first jump. He slapped me in the butt and said good luck as I jumped out of the helicopter. We became good friends. I will miss him. God bless you, Don. Rest in peace
I met Don in the mid 70s at McChord Air Force Base. I was the chief photographer. He was a member of a combat control team. His boss chief Master Sergeant Howell requested me as team photographer. Somewhere along the way the chief talked me into jumping. A ranger outfit at fort Lewis gave me the instruction. Don was there when I made my first jump. He slapped me in the butt and said good luck as I jumped out of the helicopter. We became good friends. I will miss him. God bless you, Don. Rest in peace... Collapse
The "Mouse" was my radio operator on the "Big Patrol" at CCS at Camp Robinson, Ark. . Dec '78, it was cold with snow on the ground. We eluded Det 1, MACOS, and settled in tac bivouac until sunrise. I still remember him pulling into the straps of my running gear to get close for body heat and falling asleep against me. He was a great young guy and I am very glad he had a fine life. Remembered fondly.
The "Mouse" was my radio operator on the "Big Patrol" at CCS at Camp Robinson, Ark. . Dec '78, it was cold with snow on the ground. We eluded Det 1, MACOS, and settled in tac bivouac until sunrise. I still remember him pulling into the straps of my running gear to get close for body heat and falling asleep against me. He was a great young guy and I am very glad he had a fine life. Remembered fondly.... Collapse
Don, how bizarre I just saw this, 3 years too late. I remember the two of you living together in Newport News, while you worked at the shipyard. Aubrey was in my life, off and on until 1982, while he was living in Germany. I loved and adored him for 20 years, but our life paths just couldn't cross. I believe he loved me, too. Oh my goodness, the things I learned from him. I was fortunate to spend some time with your parents while Aubrey was on leave. And how much he loved his baby brother. We're all old... Read more
Don, how bizarre I just saw this, 3 years too late.
I remember the two of you living together in Newport News, while you worked at the shipyard.
Aubrey was in my life, off and on until 1982, while he was living in Germany.
I loved and adored him for 20 years, but our life paths just couldn't cross. I believe he loved me, too.
Oh my goodness, the things I learned from him. I was fortunate to spend some time with your parents while Aubrey was on leave.
And how much he loved his baby brother.
We're all old now, but he is forever my sweetheart .
He was the epitome of a tough guy, with a sweet heart.
I hope to see him in heaven.... Collapse
I remember the two of you living together in Newport News, while you worked at the shipyard.
Aubrey was in my life, off and on until 1982, while he was living in Germany.
I loved and adored him for 20 years, but our life paths just couldn't cross. I believe he loved me, too.
Oh my goodness, the things I learned from him. I was fortunate to spend some time with your parents while Aubrey was on leave.
And how much he loved his baby brother.
We're all old now, but he is forever my sweetheart .
He was the epitome of a tough guy, with a sweet heart.
I hope to see him in heaven.... Collapse
Reference the team photo above, Chad Clark (PJ) is kneeling between Bollinger & Schnor.
Reference the team photo above, Chad Clark (PJ) is kneeling between Bollinger & Schnor.... Collapse
I think about Scott often. He was so funny and so much fun, especially when Pat Rogers was with us. Those two together would make us laugh nonstop! What warriors and brothers arms. Always missed, never forgotten!
I think about Scott often. He was so funny and so much fun, especially when Pat Rogers was with us. Those two together would make us laugh nonstop! What warriors and brothers arms. Always missed, never forgotten!... Collapse
I first worked with Roger when getting certified as ATCS at Dover for 5 level. He was a Controller at the time, and we convinced him to switch to CCT. Two years later we both were at NKP, and shortly after "across the fence," for about five months. Frankly, Roger got a raw deal when Phu Pha Tai fell, mostly because no one ever got the story right, and was denied honors he deserved. I have had no success confirming his death, other than an email from his son stating that "Roger passed away." Still trying to track down his... Read more
I first worked with Roger when getting certified as ATCS at Dover for 5 level. He was a Controller at the time, and we convinced him to switch to CCT. Two years later we both were at NKP, and shortly after "across the fence," for about five months. Frankly, Roger got a raw deal when Phu Pha Tai fell, mostly because no one ever got the story right, and was denied honors he deserved. I have had no success confirming his death, other than an email from his son stating that "Roger passed away." Still trying to track down his son.... Collapse
Paul was a great teammate at NKP, and still carry that night with me every day. The remains of Paul, Carlos, and Bill were finaly found and repatriated in 1995. They were laid to rest together in Arlington National Cemetery.
Paul was a great teammate at NKP, and still carry that night with me every day. The remains of Paul, Carlos, and Bill were finaly found and repatriated in 1995. They were laid to rest together in Arlington National Cemetery.... Collapse
Airman First Class Keigan J. Baker distinguished himself by meritorious service while assigned to the Special Tactics Training Squadron, 24th Special Operations Wing, Air Force Special Operations Command, Hurlburt Field, Florida. [IMG_4uS6XUS.jpg]
Airman First Class Keigan J. Baker distinguished himself by meritorious service while assigned to the Special Tactics Training Squadron, 24th Special Operations Wing, Air Force Special Operations Command, Hurlburt Field, Florida. [IMG_4uS6XUS.jpg]... Collapse
DON, ANOTHER ONE OF THE BEST IN SEA. THE STING OF THE BUTTERFLY, RIP BROTHER.
DON, ANOTHER ONE OF THE BEST IN SEA. THE STING OF THE BUTTERFLY, RIP BROTHER.... Collapse
DAN, THE MAN, MY FIRST NCOIC AT HURLBURT. RIP BOSS
DAN, THE MAN, MY FIRST NCOIC AT HURLBURT. RIP BOSS... Collapse
GUS, AGAIN, YOU WERE ONE OF THE BEST, GONE TOO SOON....RIP BROTHER
GUS, AGAIN, YOU WERE ONE OF THE BEST, GONE TOO SOON....RIP BROTHER... Collapse
