GULF WAR VETERAN DEATH COUNT

32.  Paul "Greg"  Ballard, 46, Cancer, USArmy,   KY

33.  Arlo Jermaine Eason, 41,  at hospital, USA, GA

34.  Larry Don Hall, 59, LCDR, USN, and prior USMC Tactical Jet…Vietnam and ODS,TX

35.  James Black, 71, NV,USMC, Captain, Vietnam and Gulf War

36.  John Gerard, 46, Nevada,  USAF ODS and Nevada Test Fire Captain

37.  Darnell Lewis Gildon, 43,  ALS, USArmy, ODS, formerly of IL,  NV

38.  Stanley Allen Johnson, 55, at hospital, NJ, USArmy,

39.  Dwight Leslie Liston, 47, at home, OK, USArmy and Reserve,

40.  Joseph C Stefanski, 59,  USAF, Vietnam and Gulf War, Calif

41.  Russell J Freeze, 54, at VA hospital,heart, PA, USArmy

42.  Clinton Peterson "Rocky", 47, Cancer,  Air Refueling, Stealth Fighter, CO

43.  Charles Chuck Baldwin, 79, in health care Facility,TX,  USN, Korean and Gulf War

44.  Chip Douglas Pollard, 42,  USN, GA

45.  Timothy Wheeler, 42, at his home,  USA

46.  Kenneth Boyer, 40, in hospital, USNavy,  LV

47.  Alexander York, 57, at home, USA, ODS, Koskovo, OIF, GA

48.  Gary, Thomas Inge, 50, truck acccident, diabetic, USAF, refueling boomer, WA

49.  Steve Beck, 46, USMC,  AL

50.  Robert P Coulter, 39, suddenly, USArmy, military police, GA

51.  Leonard Jenkins,51,  Utah ANG and USA, AL

52.  Eduardo Hinojosa, 48, at home, TX, USN

53.  Debra Grencevicz Borders, USAF, Msgt, 52, Calif

54.  Benjamin "Benny" Ciccio, 43, at home, lengthy illness, USNavy, Submarines, NJ

55.  Philip Lyle Hamner, 59, at home, Lt Commander, USN, CA, VN and ODS
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Those that are listed and to be honored that were supporters of ODS troops or nondeployed.

Timothy Nicholas Miller, 63, at home,Colon and bone Cancer, Calif, public affairs staff at Headquarters, U.S. Air Force, the Pentagon, and Washington, D.C.He subsequently accepted an assignment to join the public affairs joint staff with the Department of the Army and the Air Force, National Guard Bureau, the Pentagon.  Not counted but acknowledged…..nondeployed civilian/former military VN Army veteran

Michelle Annette Letlow, 44,  Flight Attendant flew troops ODS CRAF  Not counted but civilian ODS Support

Alfred A Teolis, 37, at hospital, RI, ANG, non deployed ODS

William "Bill"  Radcliffe Koch, 65,motorcycle accident,  Naval aviator,he became one of the first to be involved in gathering more than 9,000 paperback books for our troops "over there." Civilian contractor OIF   not counted but acknowledged for his support of ODS—GA

Stephen John Gedosch,43,  ??? donation to Troops with PTSD

Walter Wiktorko Jr.   
TICONDEROGA — Walter Wiktorko Jr., 40, of Ticonderoga, passed away suddenly Monday, Sept. 21, 2009, at the Moses-Ludington Hospital of Ticonderoga.Born in Ticonderoga, May 22, 1969, he was the son of the late Walter Wiktorko Sr. and Bernice (Kiewlen) Catlin, who survives him, of Crown Point.
Walter was a lifelong resident of Ticonderoga and was a graduate of Ticonderoga High School.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served as a combat engineer for his company in the First Calvary Division of the Persian Gulf War, in both Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

He was a former employee of the International Paper Company of Ticonderoga.  He was a member of the American Legion Post 224 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars 146, both of Ticonderoga.  Walter was a devoted father, who cherished the time he spent with his children. He especially enjoyed trips to the ocean and fishing with his sons.  He was a lifelong N.Y. Giants fan. He enjoyed gardening and he especially loved his mother’s Polish cooking.  In addition to his father, Walter Wiktorko Sr., he was also predeceased by an infant brother, Joseph Wiktorko.  Survivors include his wife, Dustina (Granger) Wiktorko; three children, Logan C. Wiktorko, Ryann A. Wiktorko, and Kaleb J. Wiktorko, all of Ticonderoga; his mother and stepfather, Bernice and Glen N. Catlin of Crown Point; two brothers, John M. Wiktorko of Hadley and Tom J. Wiktorko of Crown Point; his stepgrandmother, Marian E. Catlin of Ticonderoga; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his lifelong friends, Randy Bevins and Donald J. Carey. Other close friends include Randy’s children, Randy Bevins Jr. and Derek Bevins.  Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009, at the Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home, 11 Algonkin St., Ticonderoga.  A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Ticonderoga. The Rev. William G. Muench, pastor, will officiate.  The Rite of Committal will follow at the family plot of St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery of Ticonderoga.  Plattsburgh Press-Republican

Paul Ballard "Greg"
NICHOLASVILLE – Paul "Greg" Ballard, 46, husband of Tina Hill Ballard, of Kurtzland Drive, died Sep 24, 2009 after a battle with cancer. He was a truck driver for McLane, a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during Desert Storm and a member of Allensville Baptist Church in Winchester. Greg was an avid sports fan. He was the son of Polly S. Fields Ballard and the late Dewey G. Ballard. Additional survivors include a daughter, Megan S. Kelley, two step sons, Levi and Austin Hill, a brother Thomas G. Ballard, his mother in law, Angie Hill, brother in law Jeff (Trish Banta) Hill, a niece and nephew, Taryn and Dylan Hill, numerous other family and friends. Services will be 1:30pm Mon at Betts & West Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Snyder officiating. Burial will follow in the Camp Nelson National Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1-4pm and 6-9pm Sun. Bearers will be John Black, Mike McFadden, Jeff and Dylan Hill, David Corman and Zach Harper. Honorary bearers will be Gerald Hoskins, Kenneth Covington and Charlie Baker. Online guestbook at www.BettsandWestfuneralhome.com   Lexington Herald

Arlo Jermaine Eason
Mr. Arlo Jermaine Eason – SAVANNAH – Mr. Arlo Jermaine Eason, 41, had his transition Friday, September 25, 2009 at Candler General Hospital. A native of Manhattan, NY, he and his family relocated to NC where he attended and graduated from the public schools of Perquimans County. Arlo was a Honorable Discharged Veteran of the United Sates Army having served during Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield. He was a former employee of Suncoast Automotive in Okatie, SC, Hilton Head Automotive, Vaden Imports, Chatham Parkway Toyota and Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep of Hardeeville, SC. At the time of his death, he was employed by Lowe’s in Pooler, GA. Mr. Eason attended Taylor AME Church and later Temple of Glory Community Church. Survivors: a loving wife, Gail B. Eason of Pooler; daughter, Marvelle Eason of Hardeeville, SC; stepson, Darnell Anthony, Jr. of Pooler, GA; stepdaughter, Shawnette Wright of Hardeeville, SC; mother, Shirley Lightfoot Eason of Hertford, NC; sisters: Bernadette Kee, Donna Eason both of Durham, NC and Pamela Stepney of Hertford, NC; brother, Tyrone W. Eason of Nashville, TN; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Blount of Savannah; 3 brothers-in-law: 1 sister-in-law; other relatives; host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Savannah Morning News September 30, 2009 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .Published in Savannah Morning News from September 27 to September 30, 2009

Larry Hall  

Larry Don Hall, LCDR, USN (Ret.), age 59, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2009 in San Antonio, TX. He was born on September 1, 1950, in Midland, Texas to R. V. and Charlotte Vincent Hall. He was preceded in death by his father R. V. Hall in 1979, Larry graduated from Lee High School in Midland, Texas in 1968, where he was a champion swimmer. He graduated from Texas A&M University (College Station) in 1972 with a Bachelors of Business Administration and was a proud member of the Corps of Cadets. After college Larry served in the United States Marine Corps, as a tactical jet pilot, seeing action in Vietnam. Subsequently he transferred to the United States Navy, again as a tactical jet pilot, seeing in multiple offensives, including Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. His military service as a Tactical Jet Pilot spanned 23 years from 1971 until his retirement in 1994. While in the military, Larry received many decorations, medals, badges, citations and campaign ribbons. They included Distinguished Flying Cross with combat "V"; the Meritorious Unit Commendation (3 Awards); Air Medal (Second Strike/Flight Award), Southwest Asia Service Medal with Two Bronze Stars; National Defense Service Medal (2 awards); Kuwait Liberation Medal; Navy Unit Commendation (3 Awards); Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (4 Awards); Navy "E" Award; Navy Achievement Medal; Navy Commendation Medal with Combat "V"; Rifle Expert Marksman Badge (5 Awards); Pistol Expert Marksman Badge (9 Awards); Good Conduct Medal; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal. Following his retirement Larry joined his wife in her real estate practice, Andrea Hall & Associates Keller Williams, and earned the prestigious Graduate Realtor Institute designation. True to his military life, Larry maintained Life Memberships in the American Legion, Vietnam Veterans Association, and Veteran’s of Foreign Wars, Disabled Veterans of America and the Military Officers Association. He was an active member of the San Antonio A&M Club and the Texas A&M Former Students Association. Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Andrea Thomasson Hall; mother, Charlotte Vincent Hall of Midland; maternal aunt Connie Staton of Midland; niece, Leslie Kitto, husband Kyle, and their children, Kayleigh and Kevin of Midland, TX; niece Bonnie Bevens & husband, David of Conroe, TX; nephew, Clay Latuda of Midland, TX; nephew Kreg Kitto, his daughter Krysten of Midland and his son PFC Kody Flournoy, USMC, currently on active duty in Japan; and his sister-in-law Karen Daniel Kitto of Midland. Visitation will take place from 5-8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 1, 2009 at Sunset Northwest Funeral Home, S.A., TX. There will be a visitation from 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 3, 2009 at Nelley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home in Midland, TX with interment to follow at 3:00 p.m. at Resthaven Memorial Park, Midland, TX with military honors. Please visit www.SunsetNWChapel.com for an on-line memorial
and tributes.  San Antonio Express-News

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Timothy Nicholas Miller, 63, died September 13, 2009, at his home in Bermuda Dunes, Calif., following a lengthy battle with colon and bone cancer.  He was born in Evansville, Indiana, attended Bosse High School and graduated from the University of Evansville, where he was a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity and a member of the University’s first NCAA varsity soccer team. He subsequently attended graduate school at Ball State University and did additional graduate study at the Center for Risk Communication, Columbia University and National Defense University, Washington, D.C.  Miller was a former board member of the Evansville Jaycees, a past vice president of the Southern Indiana-Pennyrile chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association of America and past chairman of the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon. He had been a member of the Evansville Press Club, Sigma Delta Chi (the Society of Professional Journalists), the Public Relations Society of America and the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.  A decorated Army veteran of the Vietnam War, Miller was a former board member of the Indiana Chapter of the Association of the United States Army, and the Hoosier Chapter of the National Committee for the Employer support of the Guard and Reserve. While in Evansville, Miller worked for WROZ Radio, WTVW-TV and WPCO Radio in Mt. Vernon, Indiana. He also served as general manager for program origination with Telesis Corporation, where he directed local cable television programming activities for Jasper, Huntingburg and Bloomington, Indiana, and Grand Island, Nebraska. He spent most of his career as a civilian executive with the U.S. Department of Defense, first as head of public affairs for the Army Reserve Headquarters, Fort Benjamin Harrison in Indianapolis.  Following a brief period as co-owner, editor and publisher of the Key West Sun-Times newspaper, Key West, Florida, he returned to the Defense Department where he served on the public affairs staff at Headquarters, U.S. Air Force, the Pentagon, and Washington, D.C.  He subsequently accepted an assignment to join the public affairs joint staff with the Department of the Army and the Air Force, National Guard Bureau, the Pentagon.  During his career, he had served as organization liaison to the White House and received numerous awards and decorations for his involvement in historical events of the past few decades, including the U.S. rescue mission in Grenada, the U.S. intervention in Panama, Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the war on terrorism.  A nationally and internationally recognized writer and editor, he was honored in 1984 by the Association of the United States Army as National Editor of the Year and in 1985, he was presented with the Fourth Estate Award for Journalistic Excellence. He also was the co-author and editor of an education video and companion printed publication, chosen as a finalist in the 16th annual International Telly Awards competition.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ellen Miller, and his father, Herdis Miller.  He is survived by his brother, H. Roger Miller, niece, Julie Jung and family both of Evansville, niece, Emily Miller of Indianapolis and a nephew, Christopher Miller and his family of Greenville, South Carolina.  Services will be held in the Chapel at Fort Meyer, Virginia, with full military honors and interment at adjacent Arlington National Cemetery immediately following the service.  Evansville Courier Press

MICHELLE ANNETTE LETLOW, known to all as "Missy", fought a brave battle against a long term illness and quietly took off on her last and ultimate flight to heaven on September 17, 2009 with her family by her side.Missy was born on November 14, 1964 in Houston, Texas to Billie and Ed Letlow. She graduated from Northbrook High School and Northwood College. She was a competitive swimmer, homecoming queen and cheerleader.Missy had a love for people, animals, travel and swimming. She was an instant friend to anyone with whom she came in contact. She was a Flight Attendant with Pan American, Ultra Air and Av Atlantic and visited many parts of the world with her most memorable trip escorting the US troops to Saudi Arabia during Desert Storm.She is survived by her loving parents Ed and Billie Letlow, brother and sister-in-law Casey and Myna Letlow, nephew Cole, Aunt Sally & Ben.The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to thedoctors and nurses at Methodist Hospital for the loving care given to Missy during her hospitalizations. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Methodist Hospital – Nursing Foundation or to the charity of your choice. To share yourmemories or extend your condolences to the family please visit www.beresfordfunerals.com. Missy, your family and friends will miss you and we will see you in heaven! Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalms 23:6 Published in Houston Chronicle on September 27, 2009

TEOLIS, ALFRED A., 37, of Uxbridge Street, Cranston, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2009 at RI Hospital, Providence. He was the husband of Inger (Vinacco) Teolis.  Born in Providence, he was a son of Linda (DiLibero) Lupo of Cranston and the late Armando Teolis. Alfred was employed as a pipe coverer & insulator with Union Local #6 of Boston, MA for over 15 years. He was a member of the RI Army National Guard for 6 years and had been preparing for deployment to Operation Desert Storm when the War ended.

Besides his wife and mother he is survived by two brothers: Christopher and Jason Teolis both of Cranston. Grandson of Christine (Champagne) DiLibero of Cranston and the late Armando DiLibero. He also leaves three nieces and two nephews and was the godfather of two.  Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Committal Service, with Military Honors, on Thursday at 9:30 am in the Swan Point Cemetery Chapel, 585 Blackstone Blvd., Providence, RI. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Habitat for Humanity of West Bay and Northern RI, PO Box 6743, Warwick, RI 02887-6743. Visit www.nardolillo.com for information and online condolences. Providence Journal

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William Radcliffe "Bill" Koch   
William Radcliffe Koch, known locally as Bill Koch or simply Bill, passed away Friday, Sept. 18, from a motorcycle accident Labor Day evening. The accident occurred while he was riding to his house on Lake Eufaula. Koch was the writer of the Eufaula Tribune column "Across the River" which chronicled the happenings in Quitman and Clay counties. He was born May 23, 1944, in Richmond, Va. He avidly participated in running, race walking, cycling and was one of the healthiest and most athletic 65-year-olds around. He was awarded a Naval ROTC scholarship and graduated from Georgia Tech with a bachelor’s degree in industrial management on June 8, 1968. He then went to Pensacola, Fla. where he completed his training as a Naval aviator on April 11, 1969. After completing his training, among many of his assignments, he flew off the Kitty Hawk and became an instructor pilot.
During his active duty years, he also completed a master’s degree in systems management from the University of Southern California, being awarded the degree on June 9, 1977.
He continued to serve in the Naval Reserve as an active participant of the Kings Bay Reserve Unit 408, Columbus, Ga., where he was awarded a plaque from the Military Sealift Command for his dedication and commitment, February 1978 – September 1989. While in the Naval Reserve, he worked for W.C. Bradley of Columbus, a major barbecue grill manufacturer. From there, he moved on to work for Vitro Services in Fort Walton Beach, Fla. During this time, he was involved in many service organizations including the Rotary Club and the Kiwanis Club and many philanthropic organizations including the prestigious military "Order of the Daedalians", a fraternal order of military pilots, established in 1934, known for their mercy flights, aerospace scholarships and promotion of patriotism, integrity and good character in our nation’s youth. About the time of the first Gulf War, he became one of the first to be involved in gathering more than 9,000 paperback books for our troops "over there."
As luck would have it, he worked for a couple defense contractors including CSA Ltd. in support of operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom where he drove all over Iraq and Kuwait during the war, dodging bullets, surviving ambushes and continuing to serve. His e-mails home and his articles in the "Daily News" could have been from a Louis L’Amour or Hemingway novel. In the Niceville/Fort Walton Beach/Destin area, Bill was known for his high profile activity in the Republican party, running twice for county commissioner, fighting for the everyday working folks when he felt they were being walked on.
He operated a sporting goods and gun shop. He also operated a boat repair business, warehouse resale business and rented his beach cottages in Fort Walton. Regardless of what he did or what happened to him, like a cat, he always landed on his feet. Among numerous awards and certificates he received are diplomas from Georgia Tech and the University of Southern California, Naval Aviator diploma, plaques from Naval training Squadron Two (1969-71), Naval Manpower and Material Analysis Center Pacific Plaque (1974-78), United States Military Sealift Command Naval Control of Shipping Office Kings Bay 408 Naval Reserve Plaque in recognition of Reserve Service (February 1978-September 1989), Certificate of Appreciation signed by President George Bush, Certificate of Membership in the Order of the Daedalians (May 21, 1991), Jerry Van Winkle Humanitarian Service Award from the Niceville/Valparaiso Bay Area Chamber of Commerce (1990), Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition signed by Congressman Sanford D. Bishop Jr. (Oct. 22, 2007), Clay-Quitman Leadership Academy Diploma (Oct. 22, 2007) and his Georgia Academy for Economic Development Diploma (May 29, 2008). Survivors include sons William Arthur Koch of Niceville, Fla. and Robert Jonas Koch of Margarita, Calif.; parents Jacob and Virginia Wynn of Niceville, Fla.; brother David Koch and grandchildren Kirsten, William, Dylan, Mackenzie, Spencer and Addison. Services are scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, at 4 p.m. at Chapman Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the Quitman County EMS, P. O. Box 5, Georgetown, GA 39854 in his remembrance.
Chapman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the online guestbook for Mr. Koch at www.eufaulatribune.com.  alab

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 James Black, 71, of Las Vegas, passed away Sept. 17, 2009. He was a retired U.S. Marine Corps captain and served during the Vietnam War and Desert Storm. Visitation will be 1-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, both at Palm Mortuary, 1600 S. Jones Blvd. NV review journal

John Gerard
JOHN GERARD John E. Gerard, 46, of Las Vegas, passed away Sept. 25, 2009. He was a Nevada Test Site fire captain and served in the U.S. Air Force during Desert Storm. Service at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at First Henderson United Methodist Church, 609 E. Horizon Dr. Reception at Mission Hills Park.  LV Review Journal

Darnell Lewis Gildon Jr.
 Darnell Lewis Gildon Jr. Darnell Lewis Gildon Jr. was born on July 30, 1967 in Joliet, IL. After a long 10 year battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis he peacefully passed away on September 10, 2009. He spent 12 years in the US Army and proudly served two tours of duty in the Middle East. He served in Operation Desert Storm and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for Valor. He graduated from the Ft. Knox, KY NCO Academy. He is preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Jesse and Anna Chandler; maternal grandmother, Loretta Woods; and paternal grandfather, John L. Gildon. He is survived by his parents, Lois Chandler of Las Vegas, NV, Darnell Gildon Sr. of Joliet, IL; his paternal grandmother, Mildred Gildon of Joliet, IL; sister, Tracy Simpson (Aaron) of Las Vegas, NV; four brothers, David Gildon Sr. and William Ford of Las Vegas, NV, Demond and Derrick Gildon of Joliet, IL; fours sons, Darnell Ross of Las Vegas, NV, Dejon, Darius and Darwin Gildon of Atlanta, GA; daughter, Danelya Gildon of Las Vegas, NV; wife, Dujna Gildon of Las Vegas, NV; former wife, Francine Gildon; and step-daughter, Tarrava Thomas of Atlanta, GA; eight uncles, James Woods Jr. (Irmgard), John Wayne, James (Thelma), Cletis (Darcy), Sam (Valarie), Kenneth (Tonya) and Maurice Gildon, Charles Meade (Mittchelena); four aunts, Jarita Moore (Henry), Sandra Anderson (Joseph), Carol Boyd and Rayshell Spinks (Larry); as well as many loving relatives, friends, fellow soldiers. Funeral services were held September 18th, 2009 at Palm Mortuary in Las Vegas, NV.  Suburban Chicago

Stanley Allen Johnson
(Asbury Park Press)

STANLEY ALLEN JOHNSON
AGE: 55 ASBURY PARK
Stanley Allen Johnson, 55, of Asbury Park, passed away on September 12, 2009 at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune. He was born on January 26, 1954 to Bennie and Willie Pearl Johnson. Stanley was a lifelong resident of the Jersey Shore. He resided in Asbury Park until the time of his death. He served in the United States Army and one of his tours of service was in Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm.
Stanley is survived by his children, Stanley Jr., Yolanda, Angelia and Rose Marie, all of Asbury Park; along with a host of brothers and sisters.  A memorial service and repast will be held at 3 PM Wednesday, September 23 at Cathedral by the Sea, Fourth and Grand Ave, Asbury Park. James H. Hunt Funeral Home, Asbury Park, is in charge of arrangements. Letters of condolence for the family may be emailed to the funeral home ([email protected]).Published in Asbury Park Press on September 21, 2009

Dwight Leslie Liston   
Dwight Leslie Liston, 47, of Bartlesville, entered his Heavenly home on Thursday, September 3, 2009, at his residence in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at the First Baptist Church in Dewey where Dwight had been a member since receiving Christ as his Savior. Pastor Mark Wright will officiate. Interment will be held in the Dewey Cemetery under the direction of the Stumpff Funeral Home & Crematory. A memorial in the honor of Mr. Dwight Leslie Liston has been established and contributions may be made to Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children in care of First Baptist Church in Dewey located at PO Box 66, Dewey, Oklahoma 74029.
Dwight was born on September 7, 1961 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, the son of Charles and JoEllen (Mitchell) Liston. Dwight was active in the FFA especially enjoyed working with his goats, hogs, and later raising cattle on his land North of Dewey. After graduating from Dewey High School in 1980, he went through basic training and returned to Dewey to work in assembly at Standard Pump and serving in the Army Reserves for 15 years. In 1991, Dwight was deployed to Saudi Arabia and served in Desert Storm as a welder and later as a cook. Returning to Bartlesville, Dwight was employed by various businesses as a machinist and maintenance worker until failing health from service related injuries kept him from continuing work. When he wasn’t working, Dwight enjoyed watching rodeos and western movies, but most of all he cherished the time he shared with his family and friends.
Dwight is survived by his parents, Charles and JoEllen Liston of Dewey; one brother, Joel Liston and his wife Paula of Nowata; one sister, Donna Liston-Pippin of Owasso and Dewey; his grandmother, Bertha Mitchell of Dewey; one niece, Tasha Posch and her husband Dietrich of Bartlesville; and one nephew, Cole Liston of Nowata; and a very special person in his life, Corrina Stroud of Bartlesville.
He was preceded in death by his companion, Kay Davis, paternal grandparents, John and Jean Liston, maternal grandfather, Cyril Mitchell, and one uncle, Charles Mitchell.  Exaiminer-Enterprise

Joseph C. Stefanski
Nov. 6, 1950 – Sept. 11, 2009
I was known as: "Joe," Dad and Pa-Pa. I will be remembered for being a friend, father, grandpa, son, brother and husband.

I "Walked the Walk" serving our country in the U.S. Air Force from 1969 to 1993.

I am a proud Vietnam and Gulf War veteran. I "Stood, Walked and Ran" the field and courts as an umpire and referee of sports for over 20 years. I "Walked the Toughest Beat" as a correctional officer with the state of California. I now "Walk beside my Lord and Savior in Heaven." Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff comfort me.  A Service and Fellowship to celebrate the life of Joe Stefanski will be held for all family and friends on Friday, Oct. 2, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Fairfield, 1108 Washington St., Fairfield, Calif.  Immediately following the church service and fellowship, there will be a Interment/Burial service with full military honors at 2:30 p.m. at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Rd., Dixon, Calif.Published in The Reporter on 9/29/2009 Vacaville CALIF

Russell J. Freeze Jr.

Russell J. Freeze, Jr., 54, of 163 Nissley Street, Middletown, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at the Lebanon VA Medical Center.  He was the son of Kathleen R. Bennett Markley and the late Russell J. Freeze Sr. Russell was a member of the Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Middletown. He was an Army Veteran of the Persian Gulf War. He was a graduate of the Middletown Area High School, Class of 1974 and a graduate of Lock Haven State College majoring in secondary education and communication.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his step-father, Richard W. "Turk" Markley Sr. of Millsboro, DE; step-brother, Richard W. Markley Jr. of Orlando, FL; step-sister, Rita T. Snyder and husband Keith of Millsboro, DE; two nephews, Travis Snyder of Millsboro, DE, and Richard W. Markley III of Orlando, FL; one niece, Nichole M. Walton of Harrisburg and many cousins.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at 10:30 a.m., in his church at 280 Race Street, Middletown with the Rev. Louis P. Ogden as celebrant. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Viewing will be Tuesday, September 29, 2009 from 7-9 p.m.. and Wednesday from 9:30-10:15 a.m., at the Matinchek and Daughter Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Middletown. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 8:30 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home.  Memorial contributions may be sent to the American Heart Association , 4999 Louise Drive, Suite 104, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 or to the Lebanon VA Medical Center, 1700 S. Lincoln Avenue, Lebanon, PA 17042. www.pennlive.com/obits
Published in Patriot-News on September 27, 2009

Clinton Peterson "Rocky" Jr.
Clinton "Rocky" Peterson Jr. July 30, 1962 – September 24, 2009 On September 24, 2009 Rocky lost his battle with cancer, he was 47. He was born on July 30, 1962 in Rawlins, WY to Joan and Clint Peterson and later moved to Colorado in 1963. Rocky was raised in Grand Junction and graduated from Central High School, class of 1980. Growing up, Rocky enjoyed participating in little league baseball, Pewee wrestling and basketball. He wrestled on the Central High State Champion team and lettered in football. While in the Air Force, stationed in England he won the Freestyle Wrestling Championship/Great Britain Armed Forces. While there he played football for the semi-pro team The Swindon Steelers. He joined the Air Force in 1980, retiring in 2004 as Master Sergeant/Intel. He began his career as a jet engine mechanic and flew as a crew member on B52 bombers. His squadron relieved the British Air Force in England when the Falklands War began. He was assigned to an air refueling wing that went to the Gulf War. From his assignment with the stealth fighter he transferred to Intelligence, his primary assignment was target setting, doing this from September 11th until his retirement. After retirement Rocky worked as the parts and service manager for Grand West Kia. Rocky loved his Lord, his family, his country and the Colorado outdoors. He enjoyed sipping a brew with friends at the Rockslide Brew Pub. He was a member of VFW Post 1247 and a member of the Grand Mesa Bowmen. Rocky married Kim Gaymon in 1982; their children are Heather, Sam and Dan. Rocky and Kim later divorced. Rocky later remarried to Dawnel Klemm. Rocky leaves behind his wife, Dawnel; a daughter, Heather Peterson of Grand Junction; two sons, Samuel Peterson of Council Bluffs IA, and Daniel (Amanda Rezak), U.S.S. San Francisco SSN 711, San Diego, CA; step-children, Christina, Brooke, Brittany and Evin; his parents, Joan and Clinton Peterson Sr. of Grand Junction; a sister, Deborah (Sid) Veale; a favorite nephew, Clay Veale all of Palisade, CO, and niece, Cydney (Max) Lujan of Camp LeJeune, North Carolina. A memorial service with military honors will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado. Memorial contributions may be given in lieu of flowers to The Grand Valley Combined Honor Guard, 2830 D Road, Grand Junction, CO 81501 or to Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 3090 B N. 12th Street, Grand Junction, CO 81506. Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Martin Mortuary.Published in The Daily Sentinel on September 26, 2009

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Charles E. "Chuck" Baldwin Sr.   
Charles "Chuck" E. Baldwin, Sr., 79, of Silsbee, died Sunday, September 27, 2009, at Silsbee Oaks Health Care.The family will receive friends for visitation at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 30, 2009, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Barry Bradley of First Baptist Church in Orange.Burial will follow at Parish Cemetery in Orange.Chuck was born on March 24, 1930, in Franklin, North Carolina. He was the son of Harley Baldwin and Allie (Humphries) Baldwin. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean and Gulf War. Chuck was also the former owner and operator of Baldwin Aviation in Orange.He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Charles E. Baldwin, Jr.; four brothers; and five sisters.Chuck is survived by his wife, Priscilla Joan Baldwin; three grandchildren, Charles E. Baldwin, III, Priscilla Joan Baldwin, and Kenneth Wentworth, II; sister, Thelma Freeman of Henderson, North Carolina; and brother, Harold Baldwin of Marietta, Georgia.Serving as Pallbearers will be Dean Wentworth, Kenneth Wentworth, Terry Childers, Charles Coleman, Ben Meadows and Mark Ellis. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill McKeon, Frank Moates, Jim Dowies and Dr. Wilbur Hah. orange leader tx

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CHIP DOUGLAS POLLARD   
Chip Douglas Pollard Mr. Chip Douglas Pollard of Wicksburg and formerly of Geneva, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2009. He was 42. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009 at Eunola City Cemetery with Reverend Nathan Carroll officiating, Pittman Funeral Home of Geneva directing. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Geneva First Baptist Church, 309 S. Commerce St., Geneva, AL 36340. Mr. Pollard graduated from Geneva High School, Class of 1985. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Gulf War. He later worked at Sony of Dothan and was a finish carpenter. He is survived by his parents, Douglas and Shirley Pollard of Geneva; daughter, Kylie Banks Pollard of Wicksburg; brother, Jobe Pollard (Sara) of Geneva; two uncles, Gene Pollard (Erica) of Geneva, Jimmy (Janelle) Pollard of Hartford; three cousins, Ron Pollard (Amie), Kelly Pollard Dickerson (Chad) and Carla Pollard Sullivan (Lea-mon), all of Wicksburg; best friend, Corey Culver-house of Hartford; and Kylie’s mother, Kim Pollard of Wicksburg. Pittman Funeral Home of Geneva, (334) 684-2600 is in charge of arrangements. Sign a guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.

TIMOTHY ‘TIM’ WHEELER – 1967-2009
      
September 25, 2009

Timothy “Tim” Wheeler, 41, of Kimbolton, died Wednesday (Sept. 23, 2009) at his home.  He was born Nov. 20, 1967, in Cambridge, son of Robert Wheeler and Twila (Perkins) Wheeler.  Mr. Wheeler was a disabled veteran, having served in the U.S. Army during Desert Storm and he also had been stationed in Korea. He was a member of the VFW.  He was a former employee of Detroit Diesel, Walmart and Spirit Services.  He was a 1986 graduate of Cambridge High School. He was the former mayor of Kimbolton He loved hunting and fishing.  He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Clarence “Bud” Perkins, Joseph Wesley Wheeler and Larry Joe Johnson.  He leaves his wife, Krystal (Johnson) Wheeler of the home, whom he married June 7, 1991; his parents, Robert and Twila (Perkins) Wheeler of Cambridge; three sons, Chance Dakota Wheeler, 13, Hunter Jacob Wheeler, 11, and Colt Robert Wheeler, 4, all of the home; two daughters, Aryka Jo Wheeler, 17, and Ciara Nikole Wheeler, 5, all of the home; a brother, Scott (Carrie) Wheeler of Old Washington; a sister, Marcia (Rick) Goodin of Claysville; a brother-in-law, Joey (Julie) Johnson of Cambridge; his mother-in-law, Darlene Morris of Hopedale; his grandmothers, Rita Wheeler of Caldwell and Dorothy “Dottie” Perkins of Ava; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.  Family and friends may call from 5 to 9 p.m. today (Friday) at Thorn-Black Funeral Home, Cambridge, where services will be 1 p.m. Saturday with Pastor Greg Kesler officiating.  Burial will be in Kimbolton Cemetery. Military graveside services will be conducted by Guernsey County Veterans Council.  Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.thorn-blackfuneralhomes.com.

Kenneth Boyer
KENNETH BOYER Kenneth Robert Boyer, 40, passed away peacefully in a local hospital, Sept. 26, 2009. He was born April 26, 1969, in St. Charles, Ill., and has resided in Las Vegas for 30 years. A petty officer 2nd class veteran of the U.S. Navy, he served in the Gulf War. Ken worked as an engineering laborer at the Venetian Hotel. He was preceded in death by his mother, Helen M. Marnell. Ken leaves behind his father, Richard E. Boyer; siblings, Richard Boyer and wife, Karen, Michael Boyer, James Boyer and wife, Dawn and Pamela Morales and husband, Lawrence; nephews, Jordan, James Jr. and Lawrence; and niece, Maria. Memorial services will be at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at Palm Mortuary, 7400 W. Cheyenne Ave. Condolences may be sent to the family, in care of Pamela Morales, 5613 W. Bartlett Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89108.Published in the Las Vegas Review-Journal on 9/30/2009  Published in Las Vegas Review-Journal on September 30, 2009

Alexander "Baboiul" York   
1951-2009
Alexander "Baboiul" York, 57, died Sunday, Sept. 27, at his residence.
Alexander was born in Cimpina Prahova, Romania, on Oct. 21, 1951. He moved to the United States in 1981 and lived in many different places, including Houston and New York, before settling in the Hinesville area in 1999. In 2005, he retired from a long career in the U.S. Army, which included service in the Gulf War, Kosovo and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Southwest Asia Service Medal with one Bronze Service Star, and the Kosovo Campaign Medal. Alexander was a great husband and father who showed great love for his family and friends. He was a selfless man who would give all he had to help a friend in need.
Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Catrinel Bogdanovici of Allenhurst; one son, Alexandru R. Bocioaca of Enterprise, Ala.; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Carter Funeral Home Oglethorpe Chapel. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Glennville with full military honors. Carter Funeral Home Oglethorpe Chapel, www.carteroglethorpe.com, has charge of arrangements.  Published in the Coastal Courier from 9/29/2009 – 10/5/2009

Stephen John Gedosch Jr.   
Stephen John Gedosch, Jr Stephen John Gedosch, Jr. born February 8, 1966 in Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away September 14, 2009. He was preceded in death by his mother Kae Benjamin. He is survived by his wife Jody Davis Gedosch and step- daughter, Shelby Lea Keith of Austin, TX; father, Stephen Sr. and stepmother, Vickie Gedosch of Pelzer, SC; sister and brother-in-law Vicki and Danny Robison and niece, Kaelyn of San Antonio.; adopted siblings, Grace, Gloria and David Gedosch; Aunt and Uncle Joan and Bill Bowling of Gulf Shores, AL; Aunt Sally Gedosch of Gulf Shores, AL; Aunt and Uncle Barry and Louisa Titus of Atlanta, GA.; as well as several cousins and many friends. Steve graduated from John Foster Dulles High School where he participated in chamber choir and theatre then attended Alvin Community College on full Theatre Scholarship. He was an avid music fan and loved Genesis, Matchbox 20, and especially Edwin McCain who he considered it his personal mission to introduce to everyone he knew. Steve was a big fan of Dallas Cowboys and UT Longhorn football. He also loved golf – one of his favorite experiences was attending the PGA Player’s Championship at the TPC Saltgrass course in Jacksonville, FL where he lived for many years. Steve was a fabulous cook crowning himself the Sandwich King and the Soup Nazi! He asked that people remember him by making a ham and cheese sandwich, grilled with onions partnered with creamy tomato soup and pickles on the side. A celebration of Steve’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. noon, Saturday, September 26, 2009, at Austin-Peel & Son Funeral Home, 607 East Anderson Lane, Austin, TX 78752, Phone: (512)419-7224 In lieu of flowers please send all donations in the name of Stephen John Gedosch, Jr. to BBVA Compass Bank Austin, 3740 Gattis School Road, Round Rock, TX 78664. Funds will be used to cover funeral costs with remaining proceeds donated to the PTSD – Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder – Iraq War Veterans Organization.

 
Gary Thomas Inge   
1958 – 2009
Gary Thomas Inge died in a truck accident, at the age of 50, near Healy, Alaska, where he worked during the past two summers as an ATV tour guide. A diabetic insulin reaction is believed to be the reason his truck left the Parks Highway, at 9 AM, Tuesday morning, September 8, 2009. Now, he is with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Gary was born on December 17, 1958 in Everett, Washington, to U.L. Jr. (Sonny) Inge and Adelinde (Groeneveld) Inge. He attended Liberty Christian School in Everett. Gary was involved in Little League Baseball, which his father started in Eastmont, when Gary was two years old. He attended King’s Garden High School, Edmonds, Washington, and played football, basketball, and pole-vaulted in track. After graduating in 1977 he often worked summers on his grandparent’s, Henry and Hella Groeneveld, dairy farm, near Sultan, Washington. As a young boy, he received valuable guidance from uncles and aunts; Wiard and Jean Groeneveld (also on dairy farm), Brad and Lillian (Groeneveld) Pattie, Gretel Groeneveld, Henry John Groeneveld, Bass and Joy Redd, of La Porte, Texas, where Gary acquired his first job after high school, working for Continental Airlines. He went on a summer missionary tour to Haiti with Teen Missions. Gary was a motorcycle enthusiast, and enjoyed riding with cousins and friends, which eventually led to his forming an off-road cycling club and hosting riding events in Central Washington, near Kittitas and Vantage.
Shortly before joining the Air Force Gary married school mate A. Kaye Johnson. He was stationed at Ramstein AFB, Germany, where his oldest son, Jason Davis was born. After serving in Germany, Gary was transferred to Andersen AFB, Guam, where his second son, Jerome Dean was born. After Guam, Gary was relocated to Wurtsmith AFB, Michigan during which time he and Kaye divorced. Shortly thereafter the Air Force extended Gary’s enlistment allowing him to participate in Desert Storm as a "Boomer" – refueling fighter jets from a Tanker plane.
On Oct. 5, 1990 Gary married Becky Freeman Burnett who he met in Michigan. With this marriage Gary willingly took on the role of "Papa" to 5 children who needed him. Loving them as God loves us�unconditionally. Gary loved having 7 children, it allowed him to act like the kid we all knew was the real him. After nearly ten years of military service, Gary was discharged from the Air Force and returned to Washington State with Becky and the kids to be near Jason and Jerome.
Gary made everyday activities an adventure. He could turn the chore of picking corn into a treasure hunt complete with pirates or convincing everyone to cross a mossy log over a deep gully "just to be able to say you did it". The joy he took in life was contagious, making an impact on the lives of everyone he met, adults and kids alike. Church youth groups loved having Gary on outings, the babies in the nursery loved to snuggle and play with him. Members of the church Building Steering Committee valued his input and the sound board coordinator knew if Gary was on the schedule for a Sunday he would be there. Gary was a man who loved his family deeply, cared about his friends and will be missed by many.

Gary is survived by his wife, Becky Inge; mother, Adelinde (Inge) and Brad Pattie; sons, Jason (Julia) Inge, who are expecting their first son in December, Jerome Inge and Andrew "AJ" Burnett; daughters Amy Richmond, Tricia Burnett, Sarah Burnett and Tammy "Tiki" Burnett; granddaughter Morgan Richmond; grandsons, Dylan Richmond, Wyatt (Burnett) Schenkvonstauffenberg and "Baby Inge" who is soon to make an appearance; numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. Gary was preceded in death by a brother, Steven Roger Inge; father, U.L. "Sonny" Inge, Jr.; Grandparents, U.L. Sr. Inge, and Abilee Inge, Henry and Hella Groeneveld and granddaughter McKennzie Ann Richmond. Service to celebrate Gary’s life will be held 2:00pm, October 3, 2009 at Calvary Baptist Church, 840 Cowboy Ln. (off Vantage Hwy) Ellensburg, WA
 

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Steve Beck   
BATAVIA – Steve Beck, 46, of Batavia, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009. He was born Feb. 12, 1963, in Sandwich, a son of Dwaine Roger Beck and Carol Ann Brue. Steve served his country for 10 years in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a veteran of Operation Desert Storm. He was the assistant coach of the Aurora Rebels cheerleading squad, who are the 2009 Junior Olympics Gold Medalists.

His family members include his wife, Jeane Beck of Batavia; two daughters, Codi Beck of Batavia and Tish of Las Vegas; his step-son, Michael West of Aurora; his grandson, Damien Alexander West; his father, Roger Beck of Marcella, Ark.; his mother, Carol (Larry) Baker of Batavia; his sister, Christy Beck (Sara Hernandez) of Cicero; his brother-in-law, Michael (Deena) Baker of Aurora; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and his mother-in-law, Sue Baker. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Dieterle Memorial Home, 1120 S. Broadway, Montgomery. Burial with military honors will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Sandwich. The family will greet guests from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at the funeral home in Montgomery. For information, call Dieterle Memorial Home at 630-897-1196. Published in the Kane County Chronicle on 10/1/2009  
 
Robert P. Coulter Sr.
COULTER Robert P. Coulter, Sr., age 39, suddenly September 25, 2009 at home. Independent plumber, construction worker and healthcare provider for his father. Veteran US Army, Military Police during Desert Storm. 1988 Graduate of Whitehall-Yearling High School. Loving and devoted son, father, grandfather and great friend. Truly one of a kind, a gentle soul and a big goofball. Preceded in death by grandparents Mary and Robert E. Coulter and Thelma and John Hylton, Sr., sisters Maija Akerlund and Erin Canini. Survived by son, Robert P. Coulter, Jr.; and daughter, Amanda E. Coulter; granddaughter, Sienna Rose Coulter; parents, James Jonathan Coulter and Laverna "Lari" Hylton; many uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral service will be held Saturday 2 p.m. at the EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St., where friends may call one hour prior to the service.Published in The Columbus Dispatch from 9/29/2009 – 10/2/2009

LEONARD JENKINS
 Leonard Charles Jenkins 1958 ~ 2009 Leonard Charles Jenkins passed away on September 17, 2009.He was born July 19, 1958, in Charleston, South Carolina, to John S. and Beverly E. Jenkins. Leonard grew up in Anchorage, Alaska and graduated from Barlett High School in 1976. He had a love of hockey, fishing, and working on cars. Leonard attended BYU and the University of Utah. He served in the Utah Army National Guard during Desert Storm and received an honorable discharge in 1993. He received an honorable discharge from the Army in 1995. Leonard had worked for Geneva Rock since 1993. He is survived by his mother, five brothers, four sisters, and his best friend, Rufus, a bull terrier. He was preceded in death by his father. Interment will be in the Angeles Memorial Cemetery in Anchorage, Alaska. Farewell, Leonard, until we meet again. We love you. Published in Deseret News from October 1 to October 2, 2009

EDUARDO HINOJOSA "EDDIE"
Eduardo Hinojosa "Eddie," 48, of Brownsville, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, at his residence in Brownsville.  Eduardo was a U.S. Navy veteran during Desert Storm. To all who knew and loved him, he was a very caring and giving person, who loved to minister to people especially the youth. He served as a Catholic Chaplain during his service in the Navy. He was President of the Pace High School Band Boosters during the late 1990’s. He also had a tremendous passion for cooking.
He is preceded in death by his brother, Jesus Maria Hinojosa Jr.; mother, Irma Josefina Hinojosa, maternal grandparents, Josefina and Alfonso Alanis; paternal grandparents, Teodocio and Maria de la Cruz Hinojosa.  Left to eternally cherish his memories is his daughter, Vanessa Rachel Hinojosa; his father, Jesus Maria Hinojosa, his step-mother, Maximinia Hinojosa; his siblings, Maria "Mary" Del Rosario Pancoast, Jose "Joe" Luis Hinojosa, Juan "Johnny" Antonio Hinojosa, Irma (Gerardo) Aguilera, Laura Hinojosa, Cristina (Rupert) Bodden, Mario Alberto Hinojosa and Maricela Hinojosa; his nieces and nephews, Audra Victoria Pancoast, Jarrod Travis Pancoast, Samantha Josephine Pancoast, Austin Joseph Hinojosa, Laura Ashley Aguilera, Sabrina Rosa Aguilera, Michael Freeman Bodden, Maria Herminia Bodden, and Angel Hinojosa; great-grandnephew, Oscar Ezquiel Meraz Jr.; a step-daughter, Keila Lacy Hinojosa and his caregiver and companion, Martha Martinez.  Visitation will begin at 3 p.m. with recitation of the holy rosary at 7:30 p.m. today, Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, in the East Chapel of Darling-Mouser.  Mass of Resurrection will be held at 12 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, at Christ the King Catholic Church with burial to follow to the Donna City Cemetery in Donna, Texas.
Military honors will be conducted at the graveside by the VFW Funeral Honor Guard Post 2035 under the direction of District Commander Luis Lucio.  Pallbearers will be Jose Luis Hinojosa, Juan Antonio Hinojosa, Mario Alberto Hinojosa, Jarrod Travis Pancoast, and Austin Joseph Hinojosa.
You may sign the guestbook, view the obituary and send your condolences to the Hinojosa family online at www.darlingmouser.com  Arrangements have been entrusted to Darling-Mouser Funeral Home, 945 Palm Blvd., Brownsville, Texas 78520 (956) 546-7111.  Brownsville Herald

Debra Grencevicz Borders
Debra Grencevicz Borders 10/11/56 – 09/29/09 Passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 29th. Beloved daughter of Carolynne Grencevicz and sister Susie Gauthier, brother-in-law Todd Gauthier, sister in-law Margo Grencevicz. Loving aunt to Lanita and Brett Rowe, Nicole, Justin and Michael. Debbie served 18 years in the US Air Force and fought in the Gulf War. She retired as a Master Sergeant. She lived the past 12 years in San Jose California where she touched the lives of many friends. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Please join us at a Celebration of Debbie’s Life on Wednesday, October 7th Elks Lodge, 105 Newell Avenue, Los Gatos at 4:30 p.m.
Published in San Jose Mercury News on October 2, 2009

 
Benjamin "Benny" Ciccio

Benjamin "Benny" Ciccio, 43, of Fairfield Township, died early Wednesday morning, Sept. 30, 2009, at his home following a lengthy illness. The husband of Maryse E. (nee Belec) Ciccio, they had been married for the 13 years. Benny was the son of Benjamin F. Ciccio Jr., of Rosenhayn and his companion, Wendie Renshaw and the late Marie F. (nee Zarin) Ciccio, who died in 1987. He was born in Bridgeton and was a lifelong area resident, having lived at his current address for the last 13 years.

He was employed for the last 16 years at the Federal Correctional Facility and retired just recently.

A 1984 graduate of Cumberland Regional High School, Benny was a member of both the varsity football and baseball teams. Following high school, he entered the U.S. Navy and served his country proudly during the Persian Gulf War. He served aboard submarines and was a specialist when it came to acoustic equipment and sonar maintenance. Upon his discharge, he received several accommodations.

In his leisure time, he enjoyed fishing and an occasional poker game at the Atlantic City Casinos. In addition to his wife, father and his fatherÕs companion, he is survived by two children, Dominic Ciccio, age 11, and Jessica Ciccio, age 10, both at home; and one brother, Steven Ciccio and his wife, Carol Ann, of Millville. In addition to his mother, he was predeceased by a brother, Robert Ciccio, who died in 1969. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral Saturday morning at the Freitag Funeral Home, 137 W. Commerce St., in Bridgeton. The procession from the funeral home will begin at 9:30 a.m. and will be followed by a 10 oÕclock Funeral Liturgy at St. MaryÕs RC Church, Morton Ave., in Rosenhayn. The interment will take place at St. MaryÕs Cemetery, in Rosenhayn. Friends will be received at the funeral home Friday evening from 6 until 8 and also Saturday morning from 8:30 until 9:30. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to SJ Healthcare-HospiceCare, P.O. Box 160, Bridgeton, NJ 08302. Written condolences and tributes may be expressed to the family through the funeral home Web site, freitagfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Bridgeton News on October 1, 2009