TAPS- 45 Gulf War(90-91) Veterans for August 09

August 09 Taps Gulf War 90-91 Veterans

A minimum of 45 Veterans of Operation Desert Storm died in August 09.  These are collated from online obituaries and do not include all deaths.  Small towns and rural areas are probably not being picked up.  Of these 9 were Navy Veterans, 1 was a Navy Reserve, 26 were Army veterans, 3 were Army Reserves, 5 were Air Force Veterans, 8 Army National Guard,and 4 were Marines.  Those that had prior service in other conflicts included:  1 Beirut and Desert Storm, 1 Korea and Desert Storm, 4 with Vietnam and Desert Storm, 2 Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom, and 1 Desert Storm and Operation Ennduring Freedom.

As far as known factor 12 died in hospital, 2 were unexpected, 2 with colon Cancer, 1 with brain cancer, 2 other forms of cancer, 14 had no details, 4 were sudden deaths, 2 were heart related, 6 occurred at home, 2 with accidents one motorcyle and one auto, and one mentioned long illness.  As for as age distribution 6 were in their 30’s, 18 were in their 40’s, 15 were in their 50’s, 4 were in their 60’s and 4 were in their 70’s.

1.  Donald Ray Webb, 71, NC, USA, Korea and ODS, Hospital

2.  Alan Papierowicz, 50, PA, VN and ODS, USN, submarine, auto accident

3.  Jim P Thornhill Jr, Mass, 68, USAF, VN and ODS

4.  William V O’Neil, 73, NY, Dentist DR, Col, USA, 365th Evac Hospital

5.  Joseph N Flanders, 52, PA, Maj, ANG, sudden illness, hospital

6.  Robert Hrnicir "Craig", 56, GA, USA, ANG, hospital

7.  Clint Mitchell, 42, ANG, TX, home

8.  B. General Grover, Eugene Gene Scearce, ANG, 71, VA

#  Johnnie Leonard Burns, 54, MSGT, USAF, VA , Cancer, in support of ODS

#  Betty Hammer, 78, Family Support, hospital, GA

9.  William Carrol Bergman, DR, USA, suddenly hospital, Calif

10.  James S Berry III, 37, USA, GA, motorcycle accident

11.  Marc E Chamberlin, 45, hospital, MO, USA and Army Reserve

12.  Joseph N Flanders, PA, 52, hospital sudden, USA and ARNG

13.  Calvin Mitchell Martin, 38, IL, residence, USN

14.  John David Mattox, 64,MSG,  Heart, USA, USAF, ANG, SC

15.  Eugene R Gene Pier, 48, brain cancer, USMC, USA, SC, Medevac Pilot

16.  Sgt Richard Allen Walters, 41, USA, Navy, ODS and (OIF suddenly in Kuwait), OH

17.  Jeffrey Dean Harris, MT, 48, Medic

18.  Thomas N Kemp, Md, 43, hospital, USMC

19.  Henry Antonio Doyon, 42, hospital, USA, Moultrie,Ga

20.  Harland, George Oglivie, 41, ME, unexpectedly, USA

21.  Dr Charles E Couch, 68, Tn, Col, National Guard

22.  William L Davis, 40, OH, USN

23.  Ken Parker, 41, NV, USAF

24.  Sean Edward Pollard, 38, hospital, USN,  Keansburg

25.  David Souders, 53, Colon Cancer, HI, USN Midway

26.  Richard Harrison Brawley, 42, MI, 101st Airborne USA

27.  Joseph Michael Urban III, OH, unexpected, 51, USA medic 82nd

28.  CW3 Harold Steven Sheldt, 56, NC, USA, Beruit and ODS, hospital

29.  Charles R Reno, 49, OK, Army

30 Commander Mark Edward Muzzi, USN, 42, IN, helicopter pilot

31.  Eric Keen Kornegay, USA, 56, suddenly at home, CO

32.  Nathan Troy Jones, 36, CA, USMC

33.  Kevin C Cokley, ODS and OEF, Cancer, 45, USA, AZ

34.  Brian Straehley Tucker, 38, VA, heart, USN, USNR

35.  Edward Deshields, 46, CA, USAF

36.  SSGT Thomas Roy Dixon, USAF, 58, WVA, Vietnam and ODS

37.  Albert Diegregorio, 50, USN, Master Chief Petty Officer, submarines,MAss., hosp after illness

38.  Kenneth S Dennett, USA, ANG, ODS and OIF, NH, 39, home

39.  Karen Lynn Chamblee, TX, 53, long illness hospital, Capt, Nurse, USAR, 114 EVAC Hospital

40.  Johnny R Jay Brown, 47, SC, USA, hospital

41.  Georgia Alys S. Bignault, 53, GA, USA, CAncer, Nurse

42.  Patrick Dean Bardsley,MSGT, USAF, 56, MI, home, Vietnam and ODS, 379th Bomb Wing

43.  Taylor, Ronny, 43, Army, WIsc

44.  Penny Ann Fowler, 51, SC, USMC and USA, nurse, residence

45.  Mario Vargas, 43, Colon Cancer, CA, USA and Army Reserve

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Donald Ray Webb

CHINA GROVE – Donald Ray Webb, 71, of China Grove, died Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, at Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast in Concord. Born March 31, 1938, in Rowan County to the late Hadley D. and Thelma Rary Webb, he was a member of Landis Baptist Church. Don was a U.S. Army veteran who served in the Korean War and Desert Storm. He retired from N.C. Department of Corrections and previously worked for Lady’s Funeral Home, Summersett Funeral Home, Salisbury Fire Dept. and Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, where he was currently employed part-time.  Don also served as president of Veterans Council of Rowan County, was Past Commander of Post VFW 3006, Past Commander of District 12 VFW, a member of Amvets at Rockwell, a member of FRG of 1454 Trans Co. of Concord and had served on state level of VFW. Don served many years on Rowan County Rescue Squad, was an instructor for RCCC in CPR, EMT and First Respondent courses, for 22 years served on Board of Alderman in China Grove and retired from China Grove Fire Dept. as assistant chief of medical. 
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Barbara Karriker Webb of China Grove; sons Michael A. Webb and wife Angie of China Grove, William Jeff Webb of China Grove, Jimmy D. Webb and wife Denise of Kannapolis; daughter Lori W. Kluttz and husband Eddie of China Grove; sisters Dolynn W. (Kenneth) Huffman of Salisbury, Joyce W. (Ted) Suttle of Salisbury; grandchildren Chris, Wayne, Patrick, Caleb, Tamara, Adam, Megan, Connor, Cameron, Chase, Shelby, Kayli Webb, Chad, Crystal, Cory Kluttz; and six great-grandchildren.  Service: 2 p.m. Friday at Landis Baptist Church. Interment to follow at Westlawn Memorial Park.  Visitation: 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, China Grove. Remainder of time, at the home of the daughter.
Memorials: Landis Baptist Church, 110 N. Kimmons St., Landis, NC 28088, or the organization of your choice.Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, China Grove is serving the family in making arrangements. 

Alan Papiero-wicz, 59, a resident of Gouldsboro for the past 12 years and of Rhode Island, died Sunday from injuries suffered in an automobile crash. Born in Perth Amboy, N.J., son of the late John Jr., and Glenna Butala Papierowicz, he was a retired Navy submariner and served as a petty officer 1st class from Vietnam to Operation Desert Storm. He was very active in his community, serving with the Gouldsboro Fire Department and the EMS and ambulance squad. He was a life member of Dunns Corners Fire Department, Westerly, R.I. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother and uncle who loved fishing. He was an award-winning photographer and a published poet. He had a great sense of humor and a willingness to help anyone who was in need. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.  Surviving are a daughter, Misty Benes, Nebraska; two sons, Jeremiah Farren and wife, Leah, Windsor Locks, Conn.; and Phillip Papierowicz and wife, Mindy, Gouldsboro; four grandchildren, Lucas, Mason, Trevor and Owen; a sister, Lois Hatolski, Middlesex County, N.J.; a brother, John Papierowicz III, Monmouth Junction, N.J.; and four nieces, Erin, Miranda, Candice and Lee.  There will be a blessing service Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Brian Arthur Strauch Funeral Home, Route 690 and First Street, Spring Brook Twp. Interment with full military honors will be in Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Friends may call Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion, Post 274, PO

Box 55, Gouldsboro, PA 18424; or the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250.

Jim P. Thornhill Jr.
Jim P. Thornhill Jr. WEST SPRINGFIELD – Jim P. Thornhill Jr. "JP", 68, passed away Sunday, Aug. 2nd. Born to the late Jim and Myrtis Thornhill Sr. Jim was an engineer for Honeywell and more recently retired from CNC Engineering in Enfield, CT. JP served in 2 tours in Vietnam and 1 tour in Desert Storm for the US Air Force. He was a member of the American Legion and loved boating and singing karaoke. JP was an avid Green Bay Packer fan and enjoyed cruising and Cape Cod. He leaves his wife and best friend Suellen, his children Jennifer Hall and her husband Bruce of Agawam, Kathy Gauthier and her husband Mark of S. Hadley, David and his wife Tameka of Agawam, and Asa and his wife Claudia of Enfield, CT., and also his lap cat Tabitha; late wife Susan Andringa, and step children Kristen Guillian of Ludlow and Nick Andringa of Agawam, 7 grandchildren, a brother Larry Thornhill and sister Florece Sayer of Kerman, CA., along with several nieces and nephews. JP was predeceased by his sisters Dorothy and Edith. A memorial service will be held FRI. 10 AM in the TOOMEY-O’BRIEN FUNERAL HOME, 1043 WESTFIELD ST. Burial will follow with full military honors in the Massachusetts Veterans Cemetery, 1390 Main St., Agawam. Calling hours will be held THURS. from 5 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society , 59 Bobala Rd., Holyoke, MA 01040 the Baystate Hospice, P.O. Box 9058, Spfld, MA 01102-9058, or the Noble VNA, 77 Mill St, Westfield, MA 01085.

William V. O’Neil Jr.  
William V. O’Neil Jr., D.D.S., 73, of Niagara Falls, NY, died peacefully surrounded by his family and friends on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, NY. He was born in 1936 in Kingston, PA, the son of the late William V. O’Neil Sr., D.D.S. and Anne (Flynn) O’Neil.Dr. O’Neil was a graduate of King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, PA with a degree in biology. He attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry, graduating in 1962. Following two years in the U.S. Army, he completed a three-year residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Millard Fillmore Hospital in Buffalo, NY. He practiced for four years with Phillip A. Galeota, D.D.S., in Buffalo, NY. He then practiced for 20 years at the Parkway Apartments in Niagara Falls, NY, and retired in 1986. He served as chief of dentistry for 17 years at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital and Memorial Hospital. He served as an oral surgeon at the Veteran’s Administration in Buffalo, NY for 14 years. Dr. O’Neil is survived by Ellen M. (Munley) O’Neil, his wife of 49 years; and his three children, Michael W. (Tamzin Kelly, Esq.) O’Neil, Esq. of Rocky River, OH, Molly O’Neil, M.D. (Fred Dotolo, PhD.) of Buffalo, NY and Matthew T. (Luisa Bevilacqua) of Downers Grove, IL. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Madeline, Patrick, Samantha, Ella, Giuliana and Aidan; his brother, Joseph (late Anne M.) O’Neil of Wyoming, PA; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.Dr. O’Neil was a Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a Fellow, American Dental Society of Anesthesia. He was a member and past president of the American Dental Association Niagara County Dental Society, New York State and WNY Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology. He was a Clinical Assistant Professor at the School of Dental Medicine, SUNY at Buffalo in the departments of Oral Surgery and Stomatology.Dr. O’Neil continued his U.S. Army Reserve service and was activated and served in the Middle East with the 365th Evacuation Hospital during the first Gulf War (Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm). He retired as a Colonel, USAR, following 25 years of service. His military decorations include two campaign ribbons, the Southwest Asia campaign ribbon and Kuwait Victory Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Army Reserve Achievement Medal and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal. Dr. O’Neil was a member of the Retired Medical Reserve Corp.Bill enjoyed many varied hobbies throughout his life. He was an avid sailor, loved golf and genealogy. He was a lifelong fan of the Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills, and maintained season tickets to both for many years. Bill was always looking to see the world. He and his family enjoyed cruises, traveling to Europe and visiting friends and relatives throughout the U.S. and Canada.Friends may call on Friday from 2–4 and 7–9 PM at the M.J.COLUCCI and SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, where funeral services will begin on Saturday, August 8th at 9:15 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at Niagara University Alumni Chapel, 5795 Lewiston Road, Niagara University, NY, with Rev. Michael A. Guzik, SJ officiating. Interment with Military Honors will be held in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. If desired, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Joseph N. Flanders  
YORK Major Joseph N. Flanders, 52, died Saturday, August 1, 2009, at the Betty Johnson Hospital, after a sudden illness. Major Flanders was the husband of Allison E. (McGlaughlin) Flanders. Joe and Allison celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary on November 10, 2008. He was born July 25, 1957, in El Paso, Texas, the son of Robert C. Flanders, Jr., of Flagler Beach, Fla., and the late Joyce D. (Parr) Flanders. Major Flanders was employed by the Pennsylvania Army National Guard as a Simulations Officer for the Department of Plans and Training at the Training Center at Fort Indiantown Gap. Major Flanders served in Operation Desert Storm and served in the Army for 28 years. He received numerous medals and commendations for his service. Upon graduating first in his Officers Candidate class, Major Flanders was awarded the Army Officers Saber. Major Flanders attended the Bridgeway Community Church. He was a 1976 graduate of York Country Day School and a 1981 graduate of York College. He received a B.S. in Criminal Justice. Joe was a member of the Izaak Walton League, a first degree Black Belt in Karate, a State Park Ranger at Codorus State Park, and a PADI certified diving instructor at several colleges. In addition to his wife and father, Joe is survived by three sons, Benjamin Nevin, Aaron Robert, and Nathan Timothy Flanders, all at home; a stepmother, P.J. Flanders of Flagler Beach, Fla.; sister, Lynne F. and husband, Jeffrey A. Riesenberg of Cincinnati, Ohio; a brother, James R. Flanders of Harrisburg; and several nieces and nephews. Major Flanders was preceded in death by a brother, Jeffrey A. Flanders, who died in 1982. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, August 10, 2009, at the Fourth United Methodist Church, 1067 E. Market St., York, with the Rev. David B. MacKenzie, Pastor of Bridgeway Community Church, and the Rev. Mitchell M. Galloway, Pastor of Fourth United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with full military honors. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Etzweiler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, and also at the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Flanders Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Christian School of York, 907 Greenbriar Road, York, PA 17404. Etzweiler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, is handling the arrangements.

Robert Hrncir "Craig"
Robert Hrncir June 21, 1953 – August 7, 2009 SHILOH, GA— Robert ÒCraigÓ Hrncir, 56, of Shiloh, GA died Friday, August 7, 2009 at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 2009 at Rose Hill Church of Christ with Rev. Jerry Accettura and Rev. Don Butler, Jr. officiating, according to McMullen Funeral Home, 3874 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA. Mr. Hrncir was born June 21, 1953 in Fort Bragg, NC son of the late Robert Thomas Hrncir and Patty Fisher Hrncir. He was employed by Alexander Contracting as a Safety Director for 10 years. He also served in the military for 24 years, four years with the U.S. Army and 20 years with the Georgia National Guard, where he served during Desert Storm. He was a member of Rose Hill Church of Christ and was an avid hunter who loved being outdoors. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Jennifer Welch Hrncir of Shiloh, GA; daughter, Allyson Davis (Kevin) of Upatoi, GA; son, Robert Craig Hrncir, Jr. (Megan Renee) of Harris Co., GA; sisters, Vicky Hrncir of Seale, AL, Cindy Olive (Gary) of Lillington, NC, and Tammy Raper (Mike) of Montezuma, GA; grandson, Kevin Brian Davis, Jr. and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to National Rifle Association, 1-877-NRA-GIVE. T

Clint Mitchell  
DELAVAN – Clinton Lee "Clint" Mitchell, 42, of 712 Chestnut St. passed away at 10:15 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009, at his home.  Born Feb. 25, 1967, in Dallas, Texas, to Jimmie Ebb and Roberta Arlane (Crenshaw) Mitchell, he married Jennifer Leigh Neavor on July 14, 2001, in Pekin. She survives.  Also surviving are two daughters, Mackenzie Lee Mitchell of Delavan and Alora Denee Mitchell of Royse City, Texas; one son, Sean Allen Mitchell of Royse City, Texas; his mother, Arlane Mitchell of Garland, Texas; two brothers, Jimmy (Teri) Mitchell and Jason Mitchell, both of Wylie, Texas; three nieces; and one nephew.  His father and one sister, Theresa Mitchell, preceded him in death.  He served in the Air National Guard in Texas and was activated during Desert Storm.  Clint had worked at Case-New Holland in Goodfield as a welder since September of 2008, last working July 23, 2009. Previously, he worked at Hagel Metal Fabrication in East Peoria for six years as a welder.  He was a member of Second Reformed Church in Pekin. Clint enjoyed playing disc golf, gardening, riding his motorcycle and spending time with his daughter, Mackenzie.  His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Preston-Hanley Funeral Home, Pekin Chapel, where visitation will be one hour before the funeral. Cremation will be accorded following the funeral.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mackenzie Mitchell Fund in care of Redbrand Credit Union, 2910 Court St., Pekin, IL 61554.
 
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Grover Eugene "Gene" Scearce   Brigadier General Grover Eugene "Gene" Scearce

Brigadier General Grover Eugene "Gene" Scearce went to be with the Lord, Thursday, August 6, 2009. Born December 6, 1938 in the Bachelors Hall Community of Pittsylvania County, Danville, VA. He was the son of the late Grover W. Scearce and Ellen Gertrude Scott Scearce.  In 1961 he married the late Jo Ann Adams Scearce. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Elizabeth Hood Scearce. He is also survived by three brothers, Cleveland Scearce and wife Gerry, Phillip Scearce and wife Joyce of Danville, Keith Scearce of Fairfax, VA; two stepchildren, John Jennings, Wende Jennings Honeycutt and husband Randy of Danville; two grandchildren; Tessa and Wesley Honeycutt of Danville; three nieces Tracy Scearce Isley of Colfax, NC, Christina Scearce of Danville and Melissa Scearce Howell of Watkinsville, GA; one nephew, Jason Scearce of Athens, GA; two great nieces and three great nephews; five aunts, Clara Scearce, Ruby Scott, Empress Hyler, Ann Daniel, and Geneva Harville all of Danville.  Gene grew up on a farm on Pine Lake Road, of Danville, VA. He was a 1957 graduate of Brosville High School. During his high school years he was involved in many activities. He was a member of the baseball, football, and basketball teams. As a member and President of the Future Farmers of America he enjoyed raising and showing live stock.  Gene joined the Virginia National Guard in 1961. During his service with the National Guard he held several key positions: Battery Commander, Assistant Division Coordinator, Defense Movement Coordinator for Virginia during Desert Storm Operation and one year as Liaison Officer for Chief of Staff of Virginia. During his 30 years of service with the Virginia National Guard, he served as the Battalion Commander of the local 1st BN 246th Field Artillery from January 1, 1984 to October 31, 1987. He retired with the rank of Colonel. On March 2, 1992 Gene received the rank of Brigadier General from Virginia Militia.  Along with his duties with the Virginia National Guard he worked in the Research Department of Dan River Mills for 27 years. He also worked with Organic Pigment Corp., Greensboro NC and Consolidated Labs, Eden, NC.  After retiring from the National Guard he continued his education receiving a Bachelor of Science degree from Liberty University.  Gene felt the most rewarding position he ever held was as Commander of the JROTC at Tunstall High School. He loved what he did and never considered it a job but an honor. He retired from Tunstall High School after 7 years. Sgt. Charles Wagoner was a tremendous help to Gene during those seven years. Gene loved each cadet and hopes he made a difference in their lives. They did in his.  He was a member of the St. John’s Fishermen Club where he served as Treasurer for several years and as President for six years.  He was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church and was very active in the Pairs and Spares Sunday Class and served three years as Church Deacon.  The family would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their prayers, cards, calls, and food. We would like to thank the doctors’ at UVA, and Dr. Vasireddy. We would like to especially thank the Hospice nurses and the home health aides, Carolyn Holland and Norma Hearp for their kindness and loving care and Rev. Daryl Joyce. Thanks to Cliff Gammon, Donna Brown, and Ruth Combo for sitting with Gene during his illness and a special thank you to our pastor Rev. Curtis Faison for always being there when we needed him and the special attention he gave Gene. Thanks also to Justin Williams at Wrenn-Yeatts for all his help to the family.  Funeral services will be held Monday, August 10, 2009 at 2p.m. at Woodlawn Baptist Church with Rev. Gen. Billy Scearce, the Reverend Steven Greer, and the Reverend Curtis Faison officiating. Interment will follow in the Scearce Family Cemetery on Pine Lake Road with full Military Honors. The family will receive friends Sunday evening 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Woodlawn Baptist Church  In lieu of flowers the family request donations to St. John’s Fishermen Club, 1452 Stony Mill Rd., Danville, VA. 24540, Woodlawn Baptist Church Building Fund, 2500 Westover Dr., Danville, VA 24541, or the Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, 11350 McCormick Road, Executive Plaza III, Suite 906, Hunt Valley, Maryland, 21031. 
Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel is respectfully serving the Scearce family.
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Johnnie Leonard Burns  
BURNS JOHNNIE LEONARD BURNS Johnnie Leonard Burns, 54, of Woodbridge, Virginia passed away Monday, August 3, 2009. He was the loving husband of Emma Lou Conover Burns. Mr. Burns was a computer information specialist with the Department of the Air Force. For twenty years and thirteen days Johnnie was a proud member of the Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant who served in the support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm/Calm. He was a devoted member of the Alexandria Free Methodist Church. Mr. Burns was born in Manchester, Kentucky to the late Clay Burns and Mary Marie Steward of Hillsboro, Ohio. He was an honor alumnus of Hillsboro High School, the University College of the Air Force, the University of Maryland, and Webster University. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Emily Burns Roberts of Woodbridge, Virginia and a son, Johnnie Burns and wife Kristy Burns of Blytheville, Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Jestina Roberts, Jay Roberts, Jordan Roberts of Woodbridge, Virginia; Joely Burns of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Adelicia Burns of Blytheville, Arkansas; Starr Burns, Elizabeth Lanier, and Lauren Lanier of Blytheville, Arkansas; two brothers, Leslie Burns, of Hillsboro, Ohio and Glenn Burns of Manchester, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his father Clay Burns of Manchester, Kentucky; a grandson, Johnnie Christian Burns, Jr. of Blytheville, Arkansas; and his sister, Nell Ruth Burns of Manchester, Kentucky. A memorial service will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, August 8, 2009 at Alexandria Free Methodist Church. A graveside service will be conducted 1p.m. Thursday, September 10, 2009 in Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Mountcastle Life Celebration Home, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City is in charge of arrangements.

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Hammer, Betty*   
Wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, homemaker AUGUSTA, Ga. – Following a massive cerebral hemorrhage Betty Hammer, a native of Rogersville, Tennessee, went to be with her God on Sunday, August 2, 2009 at the Medical College of Georgia at the age of 78. She was predeceased by her parents, Hubert Walter Webb and Ida Ruth Webb, and two brothers, Wayne and Murle Webb, all of Rogersville. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Dr. Wade B. Hammer of Augusta; a son and daughter- in-law, Robert B. and Karen C. Hammer of Atlanta; a daughter and son-in-law, Joanna Hammer Dykes and S. Wade Dykes of Monroe, GA; and four grandchildren, Austin Taylor Dykes and Hannah Nicole Dykes of Monroe and William Burke Hammer and Hadley Elizabeth Hammer of Atlanta. She is also survived by a brother and sister-in-law, Walter and Fodel Webb; and sisters-in-law, Irene Webb and Erma Webb of Rogersville, Tennessee and Mary Jo Hammer Purves of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mrs. Hammer graduated from public schools in Rogersville, TN and Carson Newman College in Jefferson City, TN with a degree in elementary education and moved to Lakeland, Florida where she taught kindergarten at the First Baptist Church and then fourth grade in the Polk County FL school system. There she met her future husband Dr. Hammer, a native of Lakeland. Upon his completion of pre-dental studies at the University of Florida, they married and moved to Atlanta where she taught in the Dekalb Co. GA educational system while he studied at the Emory University School of Dentistry, oral surgery residency and practiced in Atlanta. She continued to substitute in Richmond Co. GA after they moved to Augusta whereher husband joined the faculty of the Medical College of Georgia. She was an active member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Augusta since 1968 where she has served as, den mother, board member, WMU Church Circle, wedding committee coordinator and numerous other roles. She was an active member of the Jane Mitchell Sunday school class. Other activities  included Reserve Officers Association League (ROAL) where she served at state and national level in many roles including national president 2004-2005. She was currently President of the Georgia Department of ROAL. In 1991 when Dr. Hammer’s 382nd US Army Reserve Field Hospital was deployed to Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia, she performed a key role with the unit family support group here at home. She served as a true "Colonel’s Lady". Betty was an active member of the Magnolia Garden Club of Augusta has served many offices and was presidency several terms. Her home garden is evidence of her love of gardening. She and Wade are active in the Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller where she as Dame Commander has served as Grand Chancellor of the Grand Priory of the United States. She was presently Commander of the Augusta Commandery. Betty was a loving wife, mother, friend, patriot citizen, and community activist who will be truly missed by her family, her church, and her many colleagues both locally and internationally. The funeral service will be held today, Saturday, August 8, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at Aldersgate United Methodist Church with Rev. John Pinson officiating. Pallbearers will be Austin T. Dykes, Thomas Murle Webb, Jeff Folkard, Earl Duncan, Charles Ruhl, Brian Mulherin and honorary pallbearers include Jane Mitchell Sunday school class, the Magnolia Garden Club and the Order of Saint John. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the Building or Missions Fund at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 3185 Wheeler Rd., Augusta, GA 30909. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484.
Published in The Augusta Chronicle from 8/6/2009 – 8/8/2009

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William Carroll Bergman M.D.
 William Carroll Bergman, MD, FACS Dr. Bill Bergman passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 8. Bill was born January 4, 1947 in Philadelphia, PA. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Pennsylvania and attended medical school at the University of Pennsylvania. He interned at Bellevue in New York and did his neurosurgical residency at the University of Miami under Hubert L. Rosomoff, MD. He was stationed at Oak Knoll Naval Hospital in Oakland and subsequently became Chief of Neurosurgery at Letterman Army Medical Center in the Presidio until its closing. His professional affiliation with UCSF commenced with his participation in grand rounds and continued throughout his career. During his post at Letterman, he participated in Desert Shield/ Desert Storm being instrumental in bringing a CT scanner to the battlefront. His next post was as Consultant to the Surgeon General of the Army at Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washington, DC during which he also served as Director of Neurosurgical Research. Bill returned to the San Francisco Bay Area to ultimately become Chief of Neurosurgery at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (SCVMC) in San Jose. He was also Commander of the 352nd Command Support Hospital, achieving the rank of Colonel, and was devoted to his troops. He retired from SCVMC to serve the community at Mills-Peninsula and in Redding and to continue his passion for teaching at San Francisco General. His love of neurosurgical research was evident in his many presentations and publications at neurosurgical and other medical meetings. He had a particular passion for the history of neurosurgery and has an upcoming article in the internet-based journal, Neurosurgical Focus. Bill was extremely intelligent, very caring, and had a great sense of humor. He was a consummate patient’s physician. That Bill unselfishly gave of himself was deeply felt by his peers, colleagues and all those he touched. Bill will be greatly missed by family, friends, patients and medical colleagues who came to cherish his upbeat spirit and to whom he devoted his life. Bill is survived by his Mother Alyce Bergman in Philadelphia; and his wife Shelley and daughter Marchesa in San Francisco. Services will be held at Congregation Emanu-El (415-751-2535), at 2 Lake St. (corner of Arguello Blvd) in San Francisco, CA 94118 on Monday, August 17th at 3 pm. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to: In Memoriam: WC Bergman, History Section, AANS, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, 7550 Eagle Way, Chicago, IL 60678-1075 Published in San Francisco Chronicle on August 15, 2009

JAMES
BERRY, III, 37
U.S. Army

ATLANTA, Ga. – Mr. James Berry III, 37 of Atlanta, Georgia, died on August 7, 2009, due motorcycle accident.
He was a senior engineer at Arris Telecommunication in Suwanee, Georgia. He was Omega Psi Phi. He was a 1989 graduate of Lake Wales High School, and a U.S. Army veteran of Operation Desert Storm. He was a member of the U.S. Army Baseball and Boxing team. He was a member of Mt. Zion Progressive Missionary Baptist Church in Lake Wales.  Survivors wife, Kelley Berry; mother, Mary Ann Smith Berry; son, Mason; step daughters, Chassity, Veronica and Tabitha; brother, Robbie Bernard; sister, Ayana Katura.  Services Saturday 11 A.M. , Church of God by Faith, 640 Burns Avenue, Lake Wales.  Epps Mortuary, Lake Wales

Marc E. Chamberlain, 45, passed away August 10, 2009, at St. Joseph Medical Center. A lifelong resident of Kansas City, Mo., he was born on Oct. 4, 1963, at KU Medical Center, Kansas City, Kan. Marc, who was a twin, was the seventh of 10 children born to Marilyn and Mosie Chamberlain. He received his education in the Kansas City public school district, graduating from Central High School in 1981. He took course work at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Marc served in the Army from 1984- 1986. He was also in the Army Reserves from 1986-1991 in which he served a tour of duty during Operation Desert Storm. He worked for the Post Office. A gifted artist, Marc was known for his paintings of everyday life. He exhibited his work at the Westport Art Fair for the past nine years. He also showed his paintings in major galleries throughout the Kansas City area and has numerous collectors. Marc had been a member of Lee’s Summit Art and Light in the Other Room. He was a member of Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, 2210 E. Linwood. Marc is survived by his parents, Marilyn and Mosie Chamberlain; five sisters, including his twin, Marian Woodruff, Raytown, Mo., Karen Presswood (Joseph), Lawrence, Kan., Darlene Chamberlain, Lee’s Summit, Mo., Sophia Chamberlain, Raytown, and Bonnye Brown (Dale), Kansas City; four brothers, Darryl Chamberlain, Lee’s Summit, Derek Chamberlain (Tomiko), Kansas City, Brian Chamberlain (Sharon), Grandview, Mo., and Glenn Chamberlain (LaTrina), Kansas City; three aunts, Ernestine Boyd, Juanita West and Luella West, all of Kansas City; 11 nieces, 14 nephews, five great-nieces, three great- nephews, and a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Watkins Brothers Funeral Chapel. Review will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church; home going services will follow at 3 p.m. Interment will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, at Fort Leavenworth Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kan.

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Joseph N. Flanders  
YORK Major Joseph N. Flanders, 52, died Saturday, August 1, 2009, at the Betty Johnson Hospital, after a sudden illness. Major Flanders was the husband of Allison E. (McGlaughlin) Flanders. Joe and Allison celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary on November 10, 2008. He was born July 25, 1957, in El Paso, Texas, the son of Robert C. Flanders, Jr., of Flagler Beach, Fla., and the late Joyce D. (Parr) Flanders. Major Flanders was employed by the Pennsylvania Army National Guard as a Simulations Officer for the Department of Plans and Training at the Training Center at Fort Indiantown Gap. Major Flanders served in Operation Desert Storm and served in the Army for 28 years. He received numerous medals and commendations for his service. Upon graduating first in his Officers Candidate class, Major Flanders was awarded the Army Officers Saber. Major Flanders attended the Bridgeway Community Church. He was a 1976 graduate of York Country Day School and a 1981 graduate of York College. He received a B.S. in Criminal Justice. Joe was a member of the Izaak Walton League, a first degree Black Belt in Karate, a State Park Ranger at Codorus State Park, and a PADI certified diving instructor at several colleges. In addition to his wife and father, Joe is survived by three sons, Benjamin Nevin, Aaron Robert, and Nathan Timothy Flanders, all at home; a stepmother, P.J. Flanders of Flagler Beach, Fla.; sister, Lynne F. and husband, Jeffrey A. Riesenberg of Cincinnati, Ohio; a brother, James R. Flanders of Harrisburg; and several nieces and nephews. Major Flanders was preceded in death by a brother, Jeffrey A. Flanders, who died in 1982. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, August 10, 2009, at the Fourth United Methodist Church, 1067 E. Market St., York, with the Rev. David B. MacKenzie, Pastor of Bridgeway Community Church, and the Rev. Mitchell M. Galloway, Pastor of Fourth United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with full military honors. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Etzweiler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, and also at the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Flanders Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Christian School of York, 907 Greenbriar Road, York, PA 17404. Etzweiler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York,

Calvin Mitchell Martin
Calvin Mitchell Martin Calvin Mitchell Martin, 38, Crest Hill, IL died Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at his residence. The Illinois native was the son of Arnold and Joyce Martin, Glasgow, who survive him. He was employed by the Marmon Stone Co., a member of the Cave City Baptist Church and a Navy Veteran of Desert Storm. In addition to his parents he is survived by two sisters, Monica Martin, Glasgow and Raissa Martin, Atlanta, GA. Funeral services with Rev. Wayne Hatcher officiating will be at 4:00 PM Sunday, August 9 at the Bob Hunt Funeral Chapel, Cave City with burial in the Cave City Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will be Saturday, from 1:00 to 8:00 pm and Sunday, after 2:00 PM until time of services.

John David Mattox
WINNSBORO — John David Mattox, 64, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2009, surrounded by family in the Richland Memorial Heart Center. Born July 1, 1945, in Fairfield County, he was the son of the late John Henry Mattox and the late Nellie Peake Mattox. After graduating from Winnsboro High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Army.  He then went on to serve in the U.S. Air Force and the Air National Guard where he was a Master Sergeant.  During his service, he performed a tour of duty in the Middle East for Desert Storm.  John David was an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post #8346. 
John David will be missed by his many friends and family and will always be remembered for his kindness, generosity and humor. He was an avid reader and history buff who enjoyed fishing, cooking and spending time with family and friends.   Surviving are two daughters, Ginger and Summer Mattox; mother-in-law, Ethel Smith; two sister-in-laws, Susie Cameron and Lois Craft; two nieces, April Spires and Joye Cameron; and two great-nieces, Hannah and Maggie Spires; and many relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Frances S. Mattox, and sister, Brenda Taylor. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, August 7, 2009, at Longtown Presbyterian Church in Ridgeway, conducted by Pastor Tommy Hutto. Burial will follow in Longtown Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pope Funeral Home in Winnsboro, S.C.  Pope Funeral Home is serving the family.

Eugene R. "Gene" Pier  
FLORENCE, S.C. _ Eugene "Gene" R. Pier, 48, passed away the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009. He finally lost his courageous battle with brain cancer, after being diagnosed early in 2007. His loving and devoted wife of 11 years, Sonja, was at his side. He joins other veterans of the Gulf War, Desert Storm, who died from the same cause. Gene was born Feb. 15, 1961, on Long Island to Lynn and Roger Pier. His family spent most of his childhood in Oneonta. Gene was a 1979 graduate of OHS. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps in January of that year on the buddy program with his best friend, Donald Eldred. After serving honorably for four years as a Huey helicopter repair technician, he was accepted into and completed the U.S. Army Warrant Officer Flight Training program conducted at Ft. Rucker, Ala. He was assigned to Ft. Drum as a MedEvac pilot. While deployed during the Gulf War in February of 1991, during a noncombat-related night flying maneuver, his chopper crashed. The senior WO pilot was killed, and Gene suffered critical, almost fatal, injuries. After recovering, he was released from active duty in 1992. He was never able to return to having active flight status due to physical limitations resulting from the crash. He did get some training and flight time with small fixed wing aircraft, but helicopters were his dream. Even though he was considered primarily disabled, Gene worked and lived in the South. Due to the debilitating advancement of conditions left from the crash, it was determined that Gene was 100 percent service connected disabled in 1999.

Gene remarried in May 1998. After that time, he was a resident of the Florence, S.C., area. He was a member of the Veterans Honor Guard. He served as a Guardian ad Litem for the Florence area judicial system, representing and assisting troubled youth and youth involved in the foster-care system when necessary. He also umpired local softball and officiated local youth volleyball. He was able to return to the Oneonta area for a brief visit last month, to fulfill his dream of going up in a helicopter one more time, and piloting it. A wonderful young man named Pat Dillon of Utica was able to do that on July 12, 2009. He is survived by his "sweet southern belle," Sonja Pier of Florence, S.C.; stepdaughters, Laurie Shoffiet of Atlanta, Ga., and Amy Lee of Florence, S.C. and their children; his own "child," a little white lap dog named "Munchie," who was part of the immediate family; his mother, Lynn Gibbs, and stepdad, Ron Gibbs, of Darlington, S.C.; his sisters, Christine Andrews and husband Wayne of Harpersfield and Valerie Gordon and husband Scott of Oneonta; his Aunt Jeanne Brodie of Florence S.C.; his Aunt Glenda and Uncle Bob Moore of Milford; his Uncle Ronald and Aunt Pam Pier of Milford; nieces and nephews, and many cousins. He is predeceased by his father, Roger A. Pier on May 1, 1995, and his favorite uncle and golfing partner, John Brodie, in 2007. The Stoudenmire Dowling Funeral Home of Florence, S.C., is in charge of the viewing arrangements. A funeral with full military honors will be held at his final resting place in the Florence National Cemetery on Monday, Aug. 17, 2009.
A local memorial service may be held soon.

SGT. RICHARD ALLYN WALTERS Jr.
SGT. RICHARD ALLYN WALTERS JR., U.S. Army, age 41. Beloved husband of Stephanie; proud father of Rachel and expected daughter Piper; dear son of Margaret Parker and the late Richard Allyn Sr. (Marlene); loyal brother of Greg (Stacy); loving uncle of Benjamin; dear nephew of Chris DeSapri, Richard Pohlchuck (Char) and Barb Schuster (Scott); dear cousin of Jeff Pohlchuck, Dave Pohlchuck (Annette), Traci Mickler (Jere), Mike and Matt DeSapri and Jason Popelmayer. Allyn was a 10 year Navy Veteran who served in Desert Storm. In 2006, he reinlisted in the Army, receiving his LPN. Deployed to Iraq and passed away suddenly in Kuwait on Aug. 10, 2009. Friends may call at SCHUSTER-STRAKER-O’CONNOR FUNERAL HOME, 5904 RIDGE RD., PARMA FROM 4-7 P.M. TUESDAY. A memorial service will be held on WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19 AT COE LAKE, 85 S. ROCKY RIVER DR., BEREA, OH., AT 3 P.M. A Memorial Fund has been set up by Walter Reed Hospital for the Walters Children at Bank of America and National City Bank.

Jeffrey Dean Harris
Corvallis, Mont.- Jeffrey Dean Harris, 48-years-old, departed this world Aug. 12, 2009 from his home in Corvallis, Mont. He is survived by his wife Lora of Corvallis, His step-daughter Shawnna Eaton of Germantown, Md., mother LaVonne Harris, Anita, father Gary Harris, Radcliffe, brother Mike Harris, Dexter, two step-grandchildren Dakota Eaton and Charlotte Eaton Campola, Germantown, Md., and two nephews Grant and Garrett Harris of Iowa. Jeff served in the the first Gulf War as a Medic and was a disabled combat veteran. He worked as a pressman for several years prior to the Gulf War of ’91 before becoming disabled. Jeff was an amateur herbalist specializing in medicinal herbs and organic produce. He also enjoyed world history and studied the world’s religions as an amateur theologian. He dedicated his life to helping others, making friends throughout the world. He has been cremated and Jeff will return to Iowa soil. No date for a service has been established yet. Condelences may be left for the family at

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Thomas N. Kemp  
PARKVILLE, MD Thomas Neal Kemp, 43, died on Monday, August 3, 2009, at Good Samaritan Hospital of Maryland. Born November 2, 1965, he was the son of Carol Carter Kemp of Manchester and the late Vincent T. Kemp. He served as a Corporal in the Marine Corps from 1987 until 1993. He was a Veteran of the Gulf War. He was a member of the American Legion, Putty Hill, was a Steelers fan, and enjoyed playing darts. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are brothers, Jacob E Selby and wife, Michelle of Jacobus, and Randy A Gross and wife, LaRee of Dover; a sister, Dawn Flanary and husband, James of Felton; a grandmother, Phyllis Bankert Kemp of Hanover; and his godchildren, Nichole and James V. Flanary, Brittany Fuhrmaneck, Gwendolyn Selby, and Jade Marie Selby. A funeral service and interment will be at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, August 10, 2009, at Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery. Those desiring to go in procession may meet at Eline Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m. on Monday. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, at Eline Funeral Home, 934 S. Main St., Hampstead, Md.

Henry Antonio Doyon  
MOULTRIE — Henry Antonio Doyon, 42, of Moultrie, died Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, at Colquitt Regional Medical Center.Graveside rites with military honors will be held 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Cobb-Suncrest Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Julian Griner officiating.Born July 7, 1967, in Plant City, Fla., he was the son of the late Joseph A. Doyon and the late Carolyn Bozeman Doyon. He was a retired diesel mechanic and of the Baptist faith. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in the Gulf War.Survivors include his former wife, Julie M. Doyon of Doerun; daughter, Brittney Doyon of Doerun; son, Henry "T.J." Doyon of Doerun; sister, Jody Doyon of Norman Park; brothers, Clayton Doyon and wife Laurie of Norman Park and Gary Doyon and wife Jackie of Lenox, Ga.; and several nieces and nephews.The family may be contacted at the residence of Julie Doyon on 504 S. Mills St. in Doerun.Visitation will be today, Aug. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Cobb Funeral Chapel.Arrangements have been entrusted to Cobb Funeral Chapel.

Harland George Ogilvie  
AUGUSTA — Harland George Ogilvie, 41, of Augusta, formerly of Jefferson, died unexpectedly Aug. 14, 2009, at his residence in Augusta.  Harland was born on May 10, 1968, the son of George E. Ogilvie and Antoinette M. (Morin) Ogilvie. He was a graduate of Lincoln Academy, Class of 1986.  He joined the U.S. Army after graduation, and served in Korea during his first tour of duty. He re-enlisted, serving in the Persian Gulf War from 1990-1991. After his discharge from the Army, he began working as a carpenter in the Boothbay and Jefferson area.  Harland was a military history enthusiast, and liked to spend his leisure time fishing.  Harland is survived by his father, George Ogilvie, his mother Antoinette Ogilvie, both of Jefferson; his son, Harland Ogilvie Jr., of Jefferson; a sister, Marie Clark, of Westbrook, a brother, Russell Ogilvie, of Scarborough; and a niece and nephew. Friends are invited to visit with the family on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009, from 6-8 p.m. at Hall Funeral Home, 949 Main St. in Waldoboro. A celebration of Harland’s life will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009, 11 a.m. at the Fairview Cemetery, with Rev. Robert Dorr officiating.  Donations in Harland’s memory may be made to the Jefferson Veterans Memorial Fund, c/o the Jefferson Historical Society, Jefferson, ME 04348.  Arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 949 Main Street, P.O. Box 363, Waldoboro, ME 04572.
 
Charles E. Couch Sr.
Dr. Charles E. Couch, Sr., 68, of Memphis, TN died August 11, 2009 in Memphis, Tennessee. Visitation will be Thursday, August 13 from 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 14 at 1 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Humboldt, TN, with visitation at the church, one hour prior. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. Dr. Couch is survived by his wife, Helen Hill Couch; daughters, Rachel Martin and Jonathan of Memphis, and Jerri Meister and Donnie of Memphis; sons, Charles E. Couch, Jr. of Alpharetta, GA, and Matt Odom of Memphis; sister, Becky and husband, Dr. Bob McAlexander of Dyer, TN; grandchildren, Marley Bagley, Jack Martin, Carson Couch and Cameron Couch.  Charlie graduated from Humboldt High School where he distinguished himself in academics, sports, student government, and other various activities. He attended the University of Memphis where he was a Kappa Alpha. He graduated from University of Tennessee Medical School with a specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He was a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecological Surgeons. He was in private practice medicine in Memphis and Humboldt, Tennessee. He retired as an instructor of Obstetrics for UT Family Practice. He developed the Obstetric program for UT family practice department. He founded the Obstetric fellowship program for family physicians. During his semi retirement, he practiced medicine at the Bridge Medical Clinic. In addition to his medical career, he had been a private pilot, flying both fixed winged aircraft and helicopters. He was the chairperson of the Tennessee Aeronautics Commission. In addition to his medical career, he was associated with his father in the Cadillac Dealership in Humboldt, Tennessee. Charles had been a member of Al Chymia Shrine Temple, member of the Jesters, member of the Liberty Bowl Water Boys and a member of the GourmetClub. He was a retired Colonel of the Tennessee National Guard and served in the Gulf War.

William L. Davis "Bill"
DAVIS William L. "Bill" Davis, 40, of Bellbrook, Oh., passed away on Monday, August 3, 2009 in the Philippines. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, August 17, 2009 at KAUBER-SAMMONS FUNERAL HOME, 289 S. Main Street, Pataskala, Oh., with Kevin Hull officiating. Burial will be in Jersey Cemetery. Bill served his country in the US Navy during the Gulf War. He is survived by three sons, Steffan, Dakota, and Jared all of OH., mother, Melody Shirley; two sisters, Teresa Nelson; and Christina Glidewell all of Ala.; best friend, John Mitchell; two nieces and one nephew. Preceded in death by his father William Van Davis, grandparents Helen and Stanley Davis. Family will receive friends 2-5 p.m. Sunday, August 16, 2009 at the funeral home.

Ken Parker
KEN PARKER Ken Parker, 41, of Las Vegas, passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009. He was a firefighter and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Persian Gulf War. Memorial service will be at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Canyon Ridge Christian Church.

Sean Edward Pollard  
(Asbury Park Press)

SEAN EDWARD
POLLARD
AGE: 38 KEANSBURG
Sean Edward Pollard, 38, of Keansburg, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at Bayshore Community Hospital, Holmdel. He was born in Red Bank and a lifelong resident of Keansburg. Sean was an electrician in Ocean, was in the Navy during the Persian Gulf War, a parishioner of St. Ann’s Church, loved fishing, the outdoors and spending time with his friends and family.
Sean was predeceased by his father, Edward Pollard, in 2002. Surviving are his mother, Karen Pollard of Middletown; his sister, Laureen Pollard of Middletown; his aunt, Cheryl Inocencio of Keansburg; and his cousins, Chrisie and Bobby Inocencio of Keansburg.
The family will be accepting friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14 at the Jacqueline M. Ryan Home for Funerals, 233 Carr Ave., Keansburg. On Saturday, Aug. 15, there will be a 10:15 a.m. Mass at St. Ann’s Church, Keansburg. Private cremation to follow.

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David Souders  

David W. Souders, 53, York, formerly of Hawaii, died Aug. 13, 2009, in ManorCare York South, after his brave and long battle with colon rectal cancer.  Born in Austin, Texas, he was a son of William D. Souders and Virginia E. (Angstadt) Souders, York. David was a graduate of Penns Valley High School in Spring Mills. He received an associate degree in business at South Hills Business School. David worked as a controller for a coffee company in Hawaii. He worked for an insurance company for 12 years.  He served in the Navy during the First Gulf War on the aircraft carrier Midway. He served eight years in the Navy.  David was an avid athlete and Dallas Cowboys fan. He played softball for many years and was active in all sports. Surviving in addition to both of his parents are one son, Jonathan Souders, Boca Raton, Fla.; one daughter, Julie Barnes, Washington state; one brother, Doug Souders, Adamstown; three sisters: Diane Rishel, wife of Joe, State College; Denise Mahen, wife of Kevin, Orlando, Fla.; and Doreen Engle, wife of Wayne, Mobile, Ala.; and one granddaughter, Candice. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services on Monday, Aug. 17, 2009, at 10:30 a.m. in Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 325 Covered Bridge Road, Oley. Burial will be in Oley Cemetery, Spangsville. A viewing will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the church.  Contributions may be made in his memory to The Cancer Care Center, c/o York Hospital, 1001 S. George St., York, PA 17405. Arrangements are by Morrell Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown.

Richard Harrison Brawley  
Richard Harrison Brawley Marshall Richard Harrison Brawley, age 42, passed away August 13, 2009. Richard was born May 1, 1967 in Battle Creek the son of Richard W. and Norma (Hastings) Brawley. Richard worked as a security officer at the federal building in Kalamazoo. He was honorably discharged from the US Army after serving in the Gulf war as an infantryman with the 101st Airborne. Richard was a member of the Christ Bible Church in Battle Creek. His church was a big part of his life. Richard was an avid bowler, hunter and fisherman. He was also a life member of the North American Hunters. Richard is survived by his mother: Norma Brawley of Marshall, his brother: John (Bobbie) Brawley, his sister: Tonja Brawley, and his nephew: Cody Brawley all of Battle Creek. His father and a brother: James preceded him in death. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. at the Christ Bible Church, 196 Lowell Rd., Battle Creek with Randy Sebright officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 5:00 p.m.until the time of his service at church. Memorials in Richard’s name may be directed to the Christ Bible Church. Arrangements by the Royal Funeral Home, Battle Creek.

JOSEPH MICHAEL URBAN III
JOSEPH MICHAEL URBAN III, formerly of Macedonia, OH., died unexpectedly in San Diego, CA., on Aug. 25, 2009. Born July 22, 1966 in Cleveland, Joseph attended Chanel High School. Joseph honorably served in the United States Army, 82nd Airborne from 1986-1992. He was a medic in Iraq during Desert Storm. He is survived by parents, Nancy and Joseph Michael Urban II of Parkman, OH.; siblings Doreen Heglaw, Sharon Agoston, Michelle Stewart, Valerie Danko, Joshua Urban, Michael Stacy; and 15 nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Marie Kunc and Joseph Michael I and Francis Urban. Services will be held on Friday, Sept. 25, 2009 at 12:30 p.m. at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd., Rittman, OH. After services, his parents will be hosting a celebration of his life at their home. Contact a family member for more details. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Disabled American Veterans
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Fayetteville, N.C. – Retired U.S. Army CW3 Harold Steven Sheldt, 56, of 3541 Gables Drive, in Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2009, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
He was born on April 2, 1953, in Montgomery, Alabama, to Charles H. Sheldt and the late Edrie Smith Sheldt.  He retired from the Joint Communications Unit (JCU) at the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) with over 23 years of service; is a veteran of Beirut and Desert Shield/Desert Storm, and was currently working at the United States Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS).  He is survived by his wife Linda Sheldt, their son, Harold Steven Sheldt II and his wife Meredith, of Angier; five grandchildren, Skylar Sheldt, Harold Steven Sheldt III, Stephanie Jones, Phillip Johnson, Chris Gantt and great grandson, Grayson Jones; four brothers; Allen Sheldt, of Houston, TX, Chuck Sheldt of Pensacola, FL, Jeff Sheldt of Atlanta, GA, and Mike Sheldt of Atlanta, GA.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 21, 2009 at Rogers and Breece Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain LTC Mark Knox officiating, immediately followed by graveside service at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery, Spring Lake with the rendering of full military honors.
Services entrusted to Rogers and Breece Funeral Home of Fayetteville.

Oklahoma City, Ok. – Charles R. Reno, age 49, passed away 8-17-09. He was born 5-10-60 at Ft. Riley, KS and retired from the Army as SFC after Desert Storm, then worked as a mechanic at TAFB. He was active in PGR of OK. Survived by wife, Tammy; son, Matthew Ray; DIL, Maranda; granddaughter, Cabella; sister, Marlene McAfee; brother, Robert Reno. Preceded by parents, Claude Benton Reno, Linda Lou Reno (Muninger); two brothers, Russell Allen and Ray Eugene. Oklahoma services at Purcell multipurpose center on 8/30, 2pm. Interment at Ft. Scott Nt’l. cemetery 8-31-09 at 2:30pm.

Bloomington, Ind. – Retired U.S. Navy Commander Mark Edward Muzii, 42, of Bloomington passed away Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009.  Mr. Muzii graduated from Douglas McArthur High School in Levittown, N.Y., and received his bachelor of science degree in oceanography from SUNY Maritime in the Bronx. He then went on to attain two master degrees, one from Air Command and Staff College in Montgomery, Ala., and also from Central Michigan University. He was a highly decorated helicopter pilot with the U.S. Navy. He served during Desert Storm and was the recipient of honors from the U.S. Navy.
Born Oct. 11, 1966, in Ocean Side, N.Y., he was the son of Mario and Shirley LeVan Muzii.
Mark leaves behind his wife, Michelle Anne Thomas Muzii, Bloomington; daughters, Megan Elizabeth and Mikayla Leigh Muzii; parents, Mario and Shirley Muzii, Salem, S.C.; brothers, David Muzii, Westfield, N.J., and Karl Muzii, Salem, S.C.; and his father- and mother-in-law, David and Gladys Thomas, Washington.  He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John and Anna Muzii; maternal grandparents, Harry and Dorothy LeVan; uncle, John Lewis Muzii, who was a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force.  Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, 411 E. Fourth St., Bloomington, where he and his family were members. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. Saturday in the Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Madison.
Friends may call from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Allen Funeral Home, 4155 South Old Highway 37, Bloomington.

Fountain, Colo. – MSgt. Eric Keen Kornegay USA (Ret.) age 56, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 30, 2009 at his residence in Fountain, Colorado. He served his country proudly and with distinction for over 20 years in the United States Army. After retiring, Eric drove trucks long distance until his death. He was born on April 5, 1953 in Richmond, VA to Robert Cooper and Arah Lee (Barefoot) Kornegay. He graduated high school from Nairobi International School in 1971 and East Carolina University with a B.S. in Criminal Justice in 1976. He enlisted in the Army as a Medic in November 1976, retired as Chief Medical Administrator NCO in