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Robert Holmes wrote on March 23, 2024
Hey Sgt Mac, thanks for being who you are and what you gave to all of us. You taught me the most when I was in “the front leaning rest.” Mac…rest easy now…
Hey Sgt Mac, thanks for being who you are and what you gave to all of us. You taught me the most when I was in “the front leaning rest.”

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Christopher Caffall wrote on March 22, 2024
As most of you know that knew MAC also knew we were very close for over 50 years. From day 1 , I met MAC at ATC - we were both preparing to become CCT. The story begins - he went to Little Rock & I went to Pope - we went through CCS at Little Rock together with 9 other super heroes (several of those have already passed & a few will be at the next reunion). We both went on separate assignments for the next few years but worked with each other on some real world engagements. Needless... Read more
As most of you know that knew MAC also knew we were very close for over 50 years.
From day 1 , I met MAC at ATC - we were both preparing to become CCT. The story begins - he went to Little Rock & I went to Pope - we went through CCS at Little Rock together with 9 other super heroes (several of those have already passed & a few will be at the next reunion).
We both went on separate assignments for the next few years but worked with each other on some real world engagements.
Needless to say MAC asked to me to be his sidekick at CCS.
This was not easy - God was on my side - they revived my records & I tried out for CCS.
Thirty days later - MAC & I became the CCT assholes instructors that no wanted to ever meet or be trained by,

BUT: Every student who graduated takes great pride in saying they graduated under the instruction of MAC & Caffall. Please note during this period this was the lowest graduation rate in 20 years but the highest of number of future decorate hero’s.

Please know the this was the beginning of a long history of of events for MAC & I.

I proud to say I served during the the time of MAC.

God bless MAC, Jill (special person ❤️) & his family & friends.

Chris
PS See you soon!... Collapse
ROGER L. KLAIR wrote on March 19, 2024
Rest in peace big guy, your Harley is waiting up there for ya.....CHEERS
Rest in peace big guy, your Harley is waiting up there for ya.....CHEERS... Collapse
George Andrew Hale wrote on March 17, 2024
I never had the pleasure of meeting Mac in person. Rest in peace, Mac
I never had the pleasure of meeting Mac in person.

Rest in peace, Mac... Collapse
Jack King wrote on March 16, 2024
I first met Mac at Little Rock AFB in 1975, my first assignment. He was a great team member and taught me a lot. All the TDY’s and local missions were always interesting with Mac. He was a long time friend and will missed and remembered.
I first met Mac at Little Rock AFB in 1975, my first assignment. He was a great team member and taught me a lot. All the TDY’s and local missions were always interesting with Mac. He was a long time friend and will missed and remembered.... Collapse
Bob Overland wrote on March 15, 2024
One of a kind… No one could ever compare and he will be sorely missed. Memories from Mac are something that will never be forgotten. His uplifting spirit and love for friends and family were known by all. Rest in peace brother!
One of a kind… No one could ever compare and he will be sorely missed. Memories from Mac are something that will never be forgotten. His uplifting spirit and love for friends and family were known by all. Rest in peace brother!... Collapse
Michael Dale wrote on March 15, 2024
Mac was a bigger than life character when I first got to the Combat Control School at Pope. He pushed us hard and worked on us just as hard, but always with that mischievous glint in his eyes. He directed us with humor and laughter. Sometimes he was laughing with us and sometimes at us. The best part about Mac was he treated us like a true mentor, as did all the instructors we had. Long after I had left the service, I hadn't stayed in touch anyone from the teams and I happened to stumble across this website called... Read more
Mac was a bigger than life character when I first got to the Combat Control School at Pope. He pushed us hard and worked on us just as hard, but always with that mischievous glint in his eyes. He directed us with humor and laughter. Sometimes he was laughing with us and sometimes at us. The best part about Mac was he treated us like a true mentor, as did all the instructors we had. Long after I had left the service, I hadn't stayed in touch anyone from the teams and I happened to stumble across this website called Sgt. Mac's Bar quite by accident. I signed his guestbook and didn't think much more about but later on that year, I got an email from Mac and then a phone call saying that he and Jill were going to be driving through Tucson on their way to see Buddy and could they spend the night. Next thing I knew, they had pulled into our driveway, I was pouring beer from my home brew taps on my bar and stories were flowing bringing back memories. Just as Mac had done to me while going through CCS, he kicked me in the ass once again and got me to join the Combat Control Association so I could get back in touch with the brotherhood. I'm forever grateful for Mac for pushing me beyond my limits to earn my beret, and for pushing me again to get me back with the best family I've ever known. Mac has left a lasting impression on many young men, most of whom are now old and gray. He has certainly left an impression with me. [IMG_E4DRLYF.jpeg]... Collapse
Andy Hershberger wrote on March 14, 2024
Fond memories of all the TDYs to Ft. Campbell riding in your truck with the kids. I learned much from your style.
Fond memories of all the TDYs to Ft. Campbell riding in your truck with the kids. I learned much from your style.... Collapse
Johnny Pantages wrote on March 14, 2024
Mac died at home at the end of a peninsula on a river in Missouri with Jill and the dog. The estate was laid out per 3-3. It may have been a heart attack after his back surgery. Both Mac and Jill donated their remains to The Science Center. Mac's remains were removed for their next journey this morning. Mac does not want a service, but I know he would be happy if you left a note here or at his creation www.sgtmacsbar.com
Mac died at home at the end of a peninsula on a river in Missouri with Jill and the dog. The estate was laid out per 3-3. It may have been a heart attack after his back surgery. Both Mac and Jill donated their remains to The Science Center. Mac's remains were removed for their next journey this morning. Mac does not want a service, but I know he would be happy if you left a note here or at his creation www.sgtmacsbar.com... Collapse
ed herron wrote on February 20, 2024
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Tommy Howard wrote on February 9, 2024
Miss my father, Special Operations CCT SMSgt Clyde Howard, every second of every day. Reading about his 4 tours, longer than any CCT Air Commando in S.E. Asia during Vietnam, his sheep dipped days working with CIA, him as an advisor from the 1st SOW to help develop Brand X the beginnings of “ST”(Special Tactics), to his McCoskrie Threshold Foundation helping children, to mentoring many CCT pioneers including Col John T. Carney, Jr “Coach”, the father of Special Tactics, etc. His contribution to CCT was his life’s work and even after retirement till his last days kept his passion, love... Read more
Miss my father, Special Operations CCT SMSgt Clyde Howard, every second of every day. Reading about his 4 tours, longer than any CCT Air Commando in S.E. Asia during Vietnam, his sheep dipped days working with CIA, him as an advisor from the 1st SOW to help develop Brand X the beginnings of “ST”(Special Tactics), to his McCoskrie Threshold Foundation helping children, to mentoring many CCT pioneers including Col John T. Carney, Jr “Coach”, the father of Special Tactics, etc.

His contribution to CCT was his life’s work and even after retirement till his last days kept his passion, love and loyalty to his CCT brothers heart felt.

As he was inducted into the Air Commando Hall of Fame, lived a full life, cherished his family, loved his CCT brothers, adored his pets, he was to me the best father a son could ever ask for and look up too. Can’t wait to see you again one day dad. Cheers!🍻

Love you,
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Dan Kennedy wrote on January 9, 2024
Miss the times we had together. Rip my friend.
Miss the times we had together. Rip my friend.... Collapse
John Hill wrote on January 5, 2024
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Images submitted by Mike McReynolds
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Keith Furbee wrote on December 23, 2023
I had the honor of being in the same USAF BMT Flight with Tracy for the few weeks he was there. Being prior service Tracy graduated BMT early and entered CCT Training at OLH. We quickly became friends when we realized I would join him at OLH. As Doug mentioned, Tracy was extremely determined; we worked to improve swimming together. The word quit was not in his vocabulary! He epitomized what it takes to earn and wear the USAF Red Beret! We lost contact with each other after we left OLH under conditions neither of us wanted. I was thrilled... Read more
I had the honor of being in the same USAF BMT Flight with Tracy for the few weeks he was there. Being prior service Tracy graduated BMT early and entered CCT Training at OLH. We quickly became friends when we realized I would join him at OLH. As Doug mentioned, Tracy was extremely determined; we worked to improve swimming together. The word quit was not in his vocabulary! He epitomized what it takes to earn and wear the USAF Red Beret!

We lost contact with each other after we left OLH under conditions neither of us wanted. I was thrilled to hear he had eventually returned and became a CCT. Being from Kentucky, I was in Louisville. I was in the process of tracking him down in Louisville when we lost him. I am still deeply saddened by his loss! What an awesome person! Hooyah Tracy!... Collapse
B.Lowmiller wrote on December 12, 2023
Yosh was a humble dude who chose to see the strengths of a person versus their weaknesses. It was a real honor to work with him over the years. I hope to see you again one day, bud. God speed.
Yosh was a humble dude who chose to see the strengths of a person versus their weaknesses. It was a real honor to work with him over the years. I hope to see you again one day, bud. God speed.... Collapse
JESSICA BUTLER-RYAN wrote on November 27, 2023
My Dad, my hero. I miss you so much! I know that we will see you again in Heaven one day. I love you! My favorite memory is me baptizing my Dad. That was truly amazing!
My Dad, my hero. I miss you so much! I know that we will see you again in Heaven one day. I love you! My favorite memory is me baptizing my Dad. That was truly amazing!... Collapse
Matthew Dapson wrote on November 21, 2023
James was my roommate at The Basic School (B Co '79), and we both went to Pensacola for aviation training in 1980. Super nice guy. Very professional and somewhat quiet. While most of us were recent college grads and new to military service, James was pretty seasoned and took the USMC harassment package with a grain of salt. He ended up in the OV-10 pipeline I think and we lost touch.
James was my roommate at The Basic School (B Co '79), and we both went to Pensacola for aviation training in 1980. Super nice guy. Very professional and somewhat quiet. While most of us were recent college grads and new to military service, James was pretty seasoned and took the USMC harassment package with a grain of salt. He ended up in the OV-10 pipeline I think and we lost touch.... Collapse
ken ritter wrote on November 19, 2023
Hobby and I traveled and competed together. Many fond memories and great respect from me to George!!
Hobby and I traveled and competed together. Many fond memories and great respect from me to George!!... Collapse
ken ritter wrote on November 19, 2023
Just today learned of Steve passing, he was a friend in combat control, a mentor (mine) and an inspiration and leader. I have many great memories or Steve and his wife while stationed at McGuire Bless him and his family
Just today learned of Steve passing, he was a friend in combat control, a mentor (mine) and an inspiration and leader. I have many great memories or Steve and his wife while stationed at McGuire Bless him and his family... Collapse
CDR Bill Kempner wrote on November 4, 2023
I got to know "CC" when he was up at McChord for an op. A "Bigger Than Life " man. He was great!! I was talking to him at the NCOA over a couple of beers and he was wearing a HALO Parachutist T-shirt. I told him I wanted to go to HALO school if I get the chance. He took the shirt off right there, and said "LT give me your shirt!" (A plain OD T-shirt) I did and he said " That ought to motivate you a little!!" (smile) I still have it-gave it to my son not... Read more
I got to know "CC" when he was up at McChord for an op. A "Bigger Than Life " man. He was great!! I was talking to him at the NCOA over a couple of beers and he was wearing a HALO Parachutist T-shirt. I told him I wanted to go to HALO school if I get the chance. He took the shirt off right there, and said "LT give me your shirt!" (A plain OD T-shirt) I did and he said " That ought to motivate you a little!!" (smile) I still have it-gave it to my son not too long ago. A good memory of a BIG Man!... Collapse