GULF WAR VETERANS and Desert Storm Veterans 90-91 DEATHS – OCT 09 Report Part 2 and Final October Report

October 09   DESERT STORM VETERANS Taps Report Part 2 and Final

WE honor and remember each of these veterans and their survivors.  Again they are dying too young half before the age of early 50’s these were veterans that were healthy soldiers when they went to war in 1990-91.  WE continue to press our government for answers on the health of Gulf War Veterans and Gulf War Illness.

Part 2
Ages:  30-1;40-14;50-9;60-9;70-2+1Civ;80-1 Civ
Branch of Service:  USA-10, USA Guard-2; USAreserve 1; USAF 11; US Air Guard 1; USAF Reserve 1; USMC-2; USN 10; Civ-2
Multi Wars:  DS+OEF 1; Panama+DS 1; VN +DS 9; VN+DS+ Bosnia 1
Ranks:  Col, Lt Col, Maj; SGT Major-2; Master Chief-2; Chief Petty Officer- 3; Petty Officer 3rd class- 1; CMSGT-1; MSgt-1;SSgt- 1
Units/Positions:  USS Guam; 101st AB, 82nd, Flight Nurse, c-5 and B52 pilot; 301 MAS; 1058th Transportation Unit-Mass; Special Forces
Death Facts:  unexpected at hospital and brief illness-1; sudden-1: at home- 8; Hospital- 5: Rehab Center -1; Short illness- 2; natural causes-1; heart attack-2; Diabetes-1; Cancer-7; ALS-1

Count this Report 35 + 2 civilian

Totals for all of October 09 Final Report: Total Deaths = 55+2 civilians
Ages:  30-4; 40-21; 50-15; 60-12; 70-3(-1 civilian); 80- 1 civilian
Branch of Service:  Army- 14; Army Reserve-2; USMC 7; USAF 15: USAFR-1; AFNG 2; USA NG 3; USN 13; US Navy Reserve-1; Civ-2
Multi War:  VN+DS- 10; DS+ currrent wars- 3; Panama+DS-1; VN+DS+Bosnia-1
Death data:  Home -12; Sudden- 2; Hospice/rehab-2; hospital -6; Diabetes-1; Heart Attack- 2; Cancers (include Kidney and Leukemia/lymphoma) 13; Brief Illness-3; ALS-1

Females—-7
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ROLL CALL OF NAMES Continues October 09- Salute- Gun Barrage- Taps

21.  William Brian Sutton-NM, 36, USN, DS+OEF; Police

22.  Lawrence S Epstein, 60, Fl, Panama+DS

23.  Cynthia Lynn Finn, 40, CO, USAF

24.  Christopher Hupfer, 48, Milford, at home, USN, USS Guam, NH Army Guard

25.  Vance Barney Barnett, 47, Middletown, OH, USN, at home

26.  Carroll Elmo Hinson III, 71, FL, at home, Cancer, VN+DS, USAF

27.  Frank Hofstetler, 54, Mo, Rehab/living Center, VN+DS, USN

28.  Col Mary Alice Jones,68, TX, USAFR, Cancer, Flight Nurse

29.  Mary Lynn Leskey, 43, NJ, at home, Diabetes, USA, Sgt

30.  Daniel Patrick McCarty, 42, Del, unexpected at hospital, brief illness, USAF

31.  Timothy Michael O’Mailia, 50, MO, Cancer, USN

32.  Michael J Regec, 45, PA, USA

33.  Charles Edward Solesbee, 59, PA, USA, MAJ, 101sr AB, 82nd

34.  Kevin Michael Williams, 49,Tx, USAF, Capt, B-52

35.  Martin Gordon Palagi, CA, 62, Pilot, LTCOL, USAF, B-52 and C-5; 301 MAS Travis, VN+DS, heart attack

36.  John W. Burkhardt, 61, FL, VN+DS+Bosnia, at home, USN, Petty Officer 3rd Class, Cancer

37.  Rhonda Marie Kinney, 43, TX, USMC

38.  Clinton R O’Neill, 61, FL, USAR, COL, VN+DS

39.  Craig M Lemke, 49, NM, USAF, Cancer

40.  Robert M Walters, Jr, 44, USA, ARK

41.  Thomas Charles Delatte "Peanuts", 55, LA, hospital, USN, VN+DS

42.  Johnny Tyler, 49, ILL, at home, USAF

43.  Lisa Jerry Martin, 49, Ft. Gratiot TWP, USA, USAF, ALS

44.  Philip A Teemey, 68, NH, short illness, Mass NG 1058th Transport Unit

45 ** Civilian John V Kelly, 83, ILL, NJ,   7,00 care packages

46.  Robert Berry, 71, USAF, NG, CMSGT, SC

47.  Gregory Allen Dailey, 63, AZ, natural causes, USA, Special Forces, VN+DS

48.  William Stanley Elmore, 40, sudden at home, TX, USAF

49.  Reynaldo Garza, 59, Cancer, hospital, TX, USA, SSGT

50.  John G Lawson, 60, PA, USA, Cardiac

51.  Glenn S Robinson, 58, Conn, VN+DS, USN, Master Chief, hospital

52.  **** Civilian- Patricia Stegall, DE and FL, RED CROSS, 76

53.  John Edward Strauss, 67, VA, home, USN corpman, Chief Petty Officer, VN+DS, Cancer

54.  John Tennaro, 50, AL, hospital, CPO, USN

55.  James Thomas, SR, 58, SGT MAJ, FL, USA, VN+DS

56.  Gary E Topping, 59, CO, USAF, Turkey DS

57.  Michael Kevin Milanowski, 47, MI, USMC

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William Brian Sutton
(Manahawkin Newspapers)

WILLIAM BRIAN
SUTTON
AGE: 36
BORN IN BEACH HAVEN
William Brian Sutton, 36, of Corrales, N.M., passed away Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009. "Billy" was born in Beach Haven and lived in Stafford and Barnegat as a child. He graduated from Southern Regional High School class of 1991. He immediately joined the U.S. Navy. Bill served reaching Master-At-Arms Petty Officer 1st class. He was a Gulf War veteran of both Operation Desert Storm and Operation Enduring Freedom. During his service, he met his best friend, Ron Surran, whom he joined the Albuquerque Police Department. He went on to become patrolman 1st class and on to Detective, where he worked with the CNAU- Criminal Nuisance Abatement Unit. Billy’s adult life was devoted to protecting and serving people he never even met. Many, many people will always be grateful for the work he has done.
Bill leaves behind his wife, Aria; sons, William Jr., Justin, and Jacob; daughters, Makayla and Anna; and his stepson, Ray. He will also be sorely missed by his brother, John Sutton; sister, April Hansen; his mother, Donna Collins; grandmother, Jane Pinnix, as well as many, many other family members and devoted friends.
Bill was well-known for his comedic side. He could always find a way to make people laugh even in some tense situations. "Will", as he was known in the police force (for his imitations of Will Farrell") worked with a great group of men and women, and his family would like to say an extra thank you for the heartfelt warmth and support they showed him and his family during this tough time. The men he served with were his extended family and will never be forgotten. "Shake N Bake Baby"
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 at St. Mary Church, Bay Avenue, Barnegat, with a celebration of his life to follow at the Waretown Fire House.
Published in Manahawkin Newspapers on November 11, 2009

Lawrence S. Epstein
(Asbury Park Press)

LAWRENCE S. EPSTEIN
AGE: 60 TAMPA, FL
Lawrence S. Epstein, 60, of Tampa, FL died Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Larry was a veteran of Indo China, Panama and the Gulf War. He served in the Jewish War Veterans as a Department of New York Executive Committee Member, Post 1 Commander, New York, New York County Commander, Department of New York Service officer, National Service Officer for the Department of New York, Associate National Service Officer of the Jewish War Veterans of the USA, Co-Chair of the Vietnam Veterans Committee of the Jewish War Veterans of the USA, Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) and American Legion Post 5 (Tampa).
Larry is survived by his mother, Shirley W. Epstein; brother, Edward P. Epstein (Doreen); aunt, Ruth Penensick (Lou); niece, Catherine Epstein; nephew, Oren Epstein and companion Anne DeGennaro.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Manhattan V.A. Chapel, 423 East 23rd St., New York, NY, 10010. A memorial service will be held at the Manhattan V.A. Chapel on Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. Please sign the online guestbook at www.BlountCurryMacDill.com 
Published in Asbury Park Press on October 21, 2009

Cynthia Lynn Finn
Cynthia Lynn Finn January 30, 1969 ~ October 18, 2009 Cynthia Lynn Finn of Grand Junction, CO died Sunday, October 18, 2009 at her home. She was 40 years of age. Cynthia was born January 30, 1969 at Barstow, CA to Frederick and Kathy (Wallace) Fischbeck. She spent her childhood at Crawford, Craig and Meeker, CO where she graduated from Meeker High School. She was married to Joseph Finn. Cynthia is survived by her parents, Frederick Fischbeck of Clifton, CO and Kathy Rouse of Eckert, CO; two sons, Kyle Finn and Kory Finn, both of Grand Junction, CO one granddaughter, Fallyn Finn and four brothers, Rick Fischbeck of Clifton, CO, Ross Desterhouse of Denver, CO, Rob Desterhouse of Grand Junction, CO and Chris Gonzales of Grand Junction, CO. Cynthia was a supervisor at the United States Postal Service. She served in the United States Air Force from 1987 to 1991 and was a veteran of the Persian Gulf War. Cyndi loved riding her own Harley Davidson, following her children’s sports activities and hanging out with friends and family. She was loved by all. The minute she walked into a room you could feel her love and warmth. She couldn’t help but make people smile; her laugh was contagious and people always wanted to be around her. She was a loving and dedicated mother and her children always came first. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 3:00 P.M. at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kory Finn Education Fund at any branch of First National Bank of the Rockies. Arrangements are under the caring direction of Callahan-Edfast Mortuary.Published in The Daily Sentinel on October 25, 2009

Christopher P. Hupfer  
MILFORD — Christopher P. Hupfer, 48, of Milford died Oct. 26, 2009, at his home.

He was born in Nashua Oct. 23, 1961, to Donald and Margaret (Jenecke) Hupfer of Woodland Park, Colo.  He was raised and educated in Amherst and Milford and graduated from Milford Area Senior High School, Class of 1980. He had also resided in Mont Vernon for many years.

He was employed by McGee Builders, where he had worked for the past 25 years.  Chris enjoyed NASCAR racing, camping and was an avid Boston sports fan. He was generous to his family and enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews.

He was proud of his service to his country. He served aboard both submarines and surface ships and traveled as far as the North Pole on the U.S.S. Tinosa and served in the first Gulf War aboard the U.S.S. Guam. After his discharge from the U.S. Navy, he continued his service with the N.H. Army National Guard and retired after 20 years of service.

IN HIS LIFE: In addition to his parents, family members include two sisters and a brother- in-law, Amy and Doug Anson of Amherst, and Erika Hupfer of Colorado Springs, Colo.; four brothers and a sister-in-law, Brett and Jamie Hupfer of Deering, Jeff Hupfer of Londonderry, Tim Hupfer of Los Angeles, and Sean Hupfer of San Francisco; five nieces and nephews.

SERVICES: Memorial visiting hours are Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm St., Milford.  Interment with military honors is Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the N.H. State Veterans Cemetery, 110 D.W. Highway, Route 3, Boscawen.  Donations may be made to the Chaplain’s Emergency Relief Fund, 1 Minute Man Way, Concord 03301, Attn: Lt. Col. William Paige. T• leave an online condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com.
 
E. Vance "Barney" Barnett  

News Death Notice

BARNETT, E. Vance Barney 47, of Middletown, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2009 at his residence. He was born January 28, 1962 in Middletown, Oh Herod and Viola (Deaton) Barnett. He served our country in the US Navy during the Gulf War and Desert Storm as a Commanding Officer for 22 years. He is preceded in death by his father, Herod Barnett; brother, Herod Scott Barnett, Jr.; sister, Janet Barnett; ½ brothers, Azell and Carlos Barnett; ½ sister, Eldean Litchford. Barney is survived by his daughters, Lolita (David) Woodard, Christina Barnett, Angela Barnett, Anjelica Barnett all of Texas; granddaughter, Mariah Woodard; mother, Viola Barnett; sisters, Judy (Herschell "Buck") Messer, Diane (Jeffrey) Salmon; ½ brother, Elvis Barnett; nephew, Samuel Eldridge; best friends, Tim Carter (since childhood), Rodney Walton (served in Navy together) and also survived by other loving family members and friends. A Gathering of family and friends will be held Monday, November 2, 2009 from 2:30-4:00 PM at Baker-Stevens Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service will follow at 4:00 PM at the funeral home with Military Services by the Middletown Combined Honor Guard. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.baker-stevens.com. 

Carroll Elmo Hinson III  
Carroll Elmo Hinson III, 71

SEMINOLE, Fla. – Hinson, III, Carroll Elmo 71, of Seminole, passed away Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, at home. Born in Washington, D.C., he came here in 1993 from Delaware. He was a proud member of the U.S. Air Force for 30 years, having served in Vietnam, the Gulf War and various duty stations around the world. Carroll was a very devoted husband, father and Pop-pop. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Alice J. Hinson, Seminole; daughters, Sherrie J. (Tony) Barner, St. Petersburg, Fla., Tammy J. (Bill) Falasco, Harrington, Del.; a son, Carroll E. Hinson, IV, Felton, Del.; four grandchildren, Wendy, Jennifer, Jesse, and Billy; and four great-grandchildren, Allison, Alex, Mikayla and Ayden. There will be a viewing from 4 to 7 p.m., with a funeral service at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at Anderson-McQueen Funeral Homes, 7820-38th Avenue North. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society Florida Division, 3709 W. Jetton Avenue, Tampa, FL 33629; or Suncoast Hospice, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33760. Visit the family’s personalized online Guestbook @ www.AndersonMcQueen.com.

Frank Hofstetter  
OTTUMWA — Frank Roger Hofstetter, 54, of Grain Valley, Mo., passed away Oct. 22, 2009, at Shangri-La Rehab and Living Center, Blue Springs, Mo.Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Royer Funeral Home in Grain Valley. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Odyssey Hospice, 9929 Ward Parkway, Suite 350, Kansas City, Mo. 64114.Frank was born July 13, 1955, in Ottumwa, the son of Leonard H. and Marilyn (Rogers) Hofstetter. He retired from the United States Navy in 1993 after 20 years of service. During this time, he served in the Vietnam and Persian Gulf Wars. He attended First Baptist Church in Lexington and Grain Valley. Frank loved to fish and he loved his music.Frank is preceded in death by his father and one brother, Bill Hofstetter.His survivors include his mother, Marilyn Hofstetter of Lexington, Mo; two daughters, Michelle and Alana of Bel Air, Md.; a son, Justin Hofstetter of Kansas City, Mo.; the mother of his children, Linda Howell; three brothers, Joe Hofstetter of Estes Park, Colo., Jim Hofstetter of Grain Valley and Hank Hofstetter of Ottumwa; and many nieces, nephews and friends.Arrangements by Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, Mo.Obituary may be viewed at: www.legacy.com/ottumwacourier/Obituaries.asp.com. 
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Colonel Mary Alice Jones  
 Jones, Colonel Mary Alice, USAFR Ret. Col.,Mary Alice Jones USAFR Ret., passed away October 19, 2009 after a long battle with cancer. Mary was born December 1, 1941 in Beach Haven, NJ. She and her family moved to Seward, Alaska in 1949 and then found their way to Texas in 1956. Mary completed her nursing degree at Texas Christian University in 1964. She started work as a nurse in Ft. Worth, and later moved to Parkland Hospital in Dallas, where she was Chief Surgical Nurse for many years. She finished her career in nursing education and retired from Parkland in May 2001. Mary proudly served as a flight rescue nurse in the Air Force Reserve for 32 years. She was on active duty during the Gulf War and retired from the Air Force in 2001 with the ranking of Colonel. Mary was a devoted servant of her Lord Jesus Christ, serving Him as a member of St. Anne Episcopal Church in DeSoto, TX. Her ministry to Christ included fifteen years of Kairos Prison Ministry, and also Cursillo and The Stephens Ministry. Mary’s life was fulfilled by service to others, by growing beautiful roses and by caring for her dogs and cats; by traveling, skiing, and most recently learning to play golf. Mary is survived by her husband of nine years, Bobby Jones; step daughter, Esther Grissom and husband Kenneth; step-sons, Carl Jones, Robert Jones and wife, Clarice; brothers, Walter Nicholas Clapp, John Muir Clapp and wife, Catharine Clapp; sister, Katharine Sapp Robinson and husband, Edward; nephews, Kevin Sapp, Russell Clapp and wife, Kimberly; nieces, Erin Sapp Duffey and husband, Gary, Rachel Linsley and Carla Wright. Mary was preceded in death by her father, the Reverend L. Russell Clapp and her mother, Alice Muir Clapp. Funeral services are 3:00 PM, Thursday, October 22, 2009 at St. Anne Episcopal Church, 1700 N. Westmoreland Rd., DeSoto, TX. Mary will be interred at St. Anne Episcopal Church. 

Mary Lynn Leskey
LESKEY, Mary Lynn Mary Lynn Leskey, 43, of Bellmawr, NJ, died Saturday (October 31, 2009) at home after a long battle with Diabetes. Mary was born September 30, 1966 in Huntington, LI, NY to John and Marylyn (Goldecker) Leskey of Ellington. She loved her pets and will especially be missed by her dogs Butch and Sandy. During the Gulf War she served as SGT. in the United States Army. She had a passion for all sports and was an avid Atlanta Braves Fan. She is survived by her brothers, John Scott Leskey and his wife Lynda of Texas, Christopher Michael Leskey and his wife Christina of Vernon; her sister, Michelle Lee Wunch and her husband Robert of South Windsor; her nieces, Alexis and Mikayla Leskey and Samantha Wunch; her nephews, Benjamin and Tyler Leskey and Robert Allen Wunch III. Family and Friends may call at the Burke-Fortin Funeral Home, 76 Prospect St., Rockville, Sunday, November 8, 2009, from 2-5 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, November 9, 2009, 10 a.m., at St. Lukes Church (Please Meet at Church), 141 Maple St., Ellington. Burial will follow immediately at Ellington Center Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The American Diabetes Association , 300 Research Parkway, Meriden, CT 06450. For online condolences or directions please visit www.pietrasfuneralhome.com

Daniel Patrick McCarty
McCARTY Daniel Patrick McCarty, 42, of Delaware, died unexpectedly Sunday evening at Riverside Methodist Hospital after a brief illness. He was born November 4, 1966 in Camden, N.J. to Daniel Patrick McCarty Sr. and Mary Kettner. He served in the United States Air Force for 12 years during which time he served in the Gulf War. He was a 2007 graduate of Mount Vernon Nazarene University receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Leadership and was currently working in purchasing at the North American Bus Company in Delaware. Prior to that, he had worked in purchasing at Honda of Marysville. He was a member of AA and the VFW and attended St. Mary Catholic Church, Delaware. He was very generous and caring and had a fine sense of humor and teasing. He loved children, shooting, fishing, and dogs, especially his chocolate lab "Dutch". He was a devoted father to his two daughters, Joanna Irish McCarty and Jenna Holly McCarty, both of Bowling Green, Oh. He is also survived by his mother, Mary (Jim) Hannum of Perrysburg; sister, Margaret Mary (Thomas) Nicholson of Worthington; brother, Brian Joseph (Maureen) McCarty of Toledo; step-brothers, Jim (Cindy) Hannum Jr. of Toledo, Steven (Jeanne) Hannum of Erie, Mich. and Scott (Renee) Hannum of Carlsbad, Calif.; step-sister, Beth Bragg of Baltimore, Md.; numerous nieces and nephews; his "adopted son", Teigen (Heidi) Gavrilovic of Mentor, Oh. and his children, who called him "Papa Dan", Gabreal and Gavyn Gavrilovic and Alexa Jones. He was preceded in death by his father in September 2009. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 23 from 9-9:45 a.m. at the RODMAN NEEPER FUNERAL HOME, 1510 W. William St., Delaware. Funeral mass will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 82 E. William St., Delaware with Fr. David Schalk officiating. The St. Mary Bereavement Committee will then host a reception in the Rodman Neeper Funeral Home Community Room. Graveside service will then be held at 3 p.m. Friday in the Dayton VA National Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.rodmanneeper.com

Timothy Michael O’Mailia

Timothy Michael O’Mailia of Kansas City, Mo., passed away October 22, 2009, after a brave battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Tim was born Sept. 21, 1959, in Kansas City. He served in the U.S. Navy for 14 years and served in the Gulf War. He was employed at Columbia Burlap & Bag in North Kansas City, Mo. He is survived by a son, Brendon Michael, his mother, Virginia R. Dutro of Shawnee Mission, Kan., a brother, Edward (Kyeong Sook) Brewer of Omaha, Neb., sisters, Diane L. (Johnny) Schwirtz of Shawnee, Kan., Patricia A. Morrison of Kansas City, Kathleen A. (Jody) Slaughter of Olathe, Kan., Michelle D. Mallory of the home; 11 nieces and nephews, numerous great nieces and nephews. Timothy’s wonderful sense of humor and generous heart will be missed by all who knew him. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, inurnment at Leavenworth National Cemetery will follow at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 5901 Flint Shawnee, KS or K.U. Cancer Center, Bloch Bldg., 2330 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Westwood, KS 66205. The family would like to thank the kind and caring nurses and staff of Grace Hospice. Arr.: Heartland Cremation & Burial Society (800) 254-7679.

Michael J. Regec
Michael J. Regec
Michael J. Regec, 45, of Whitehall died Monday October 26, 2009. He was the husband to Jennifer (LaRoche) Regec and the beloved son of Marie (Adlon) and the late Stephen P. Regec. A Whitehall High School graduate, Michael served in the army for nine years including time in the Gulf War. Survivors: Wife, mother; son, Tyler Stever; daughter Mikela Stever; siblings, Dr. Stephen P., Jr. and wife Louise, of DuBois, Anthony and wife Carol, of Bethlehem, Annette of Downingtown, Charles W. and wife Candice, of Quakertown and Rosemarie, wife of Jeffery Reinhard, of Whitehall; four nieces and five nephews. Services: will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, October 30 at Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3355 Macarthur Road, Whitehall, PA 18052. Call from 9-10 a.m. Friday, in the church prior to the service. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family, c/o the funeral home: Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc., 234 Walnut Street, Catasauqua, PA 18032. www.brubakerfuneralhome.com.

Charles Edward Solesbee
LUGOFF — A graveside service for Charles Edward Solesbee, 59, will be held Monday at 3:00 p.m. in Fort Jackson National Cemetery with military honors. Memorials may be made to the Walter M. Crowe Animal Shelter.
 
Mr. Solesbee died Thursday, October 22, 2009. Born in Fort Belvoir, Va., he was a son of the late Gilbert Warren and Muriel Mason Solesbee. He retired from the United States Army as a major in 1998 after 25 years of service, remaining at Fort Jackson as chief, Department of Soldier Care, as a civilian until his retirement in May 2007.
 
Mr. Solesbee was a physician’s assistant, having served in Korea and the Persian Gulf War. He served with the 101st Airborne Division in Fort Campbell, Ky., and the 82nd Airborne in Fayetteville, N.C. He received the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal – 6th Award, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal – 3rd Award and the Army Achievement Medal – 3rd Award. He received certification in June of 1985 from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He was the recipient of the Superior Civilian Service Award in 2003 from the Adjutant General of South Carolina and the Superior Civilian Service Award in 2003-2004 from the Surgeon General. He was a member of the Society of Army Physician Assistants. 
Mr. Solesbee was an avid fisherman and Gamecock fan.
 
Surviving are his wife of 35 years, Cindy Jackson Solesbee; daughters, Allison Solesbee Mackey and her husband, Drew, of Catawba, and Ashley Solesbee of Columbia; brothers and sister-in-law, Stan and Brenda Solesbee of Hopkins, and Roy Solesbee of Andrews, N.C.; sisters and brothers-in-law, Jan and Harry Kelly of North Augusta, and Wanda and Jeff Leatherwood of Murphy, N.C.; and nieces and nephews. 
Sign the online register at www.powersfuneralhome.net.

Kevin Michael Williams (1960 – 2009)
Kevin Michael Williams, a loving husband, father and friend, was called home to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, at the age of 49, surrounded by his loving family.
Graveside service: 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2, in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.
Kevin was born April 3, 1960, to Opal and Hazel Williams in Monett, Mo. He graduated from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a master of divinity and he became an ordained Baptist minister.
Kevin was most proud of his time served in the U.S. Air Force; he held the rank of captain and served five years during the Persian Gulf War flying B-52 bombers where he was awarded the U.S. Air Force’s Air Medal for Heroism and the Bronze Star for Valor.
Kevin was a man of faith and family and a loyal friend. He will forever be remembered as an accepting, loving, person who lived life to the fullest and loved unconditionally.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Survivors: His loving wife, Susan Kay Williams; children, Orion Williams and wife, Jennifer, Julie Williams, Joshua Williams and wife, Alisha, Christie Casanova and husband, Junior, Ashley Taylor and husband, Brian, Matthew Williams and wife, Rachel, and Lindsay Williams; five brothers; one sister; and six grandchildren.
Published in Star-Telegram on November 1, 2009

Martin Gordon Palagi
VACAVILLE, Calif. – Former Great Falls resident Martin Gordon Palagi, 62, a pilot and retired lieutenant colonel in the Air Force, died of a heart attack Oct. 22, in Ashton, Idaho, en route to Vacaville, Calif.
His funeral is 1 p.m. today at Nadeau Family Funeral Home in Vacaville. Burial with military honors is 10:30 a.m. Friday at Sacramento Valley Veterans Affairs National Cemetery.
Martin Gordon Palagi was born Aug. 29, 1947, in Great Falls, to Gordon Homer Palagi and Faith Louis Palagi. He graduated from Great Falls High School, where he received the All-City-All-State award as a running back and was a gold medal track star. Marty attended the University of Montana as a political science major, during which time he excelled within ROTC and married his college sweetheart, Carol Louis Smith. Martin and Carol made their home at Beale Air Force Base, Yuba City, where he flew B-52s, and they had their only child, Kristopher Martin Palagi, in 1976.
After completing his active-duty service, Marty flew for various commercial airlines, including Western Airlines, PSA and USAir. Martin also joined the Air Force Reserve, 301 MAS Travis AFB, where he flew the giant C-5 Galaxy transport aircraft.
In 1988, Martin married his second wife, Toni Palagi, and together they had three sons, Gordon in 1989, Kameron in 1991, and Spencer in 1996.
A veteran of two wars, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf, Martin was very proud of his service to his country and of his career as an airline pilot. After retiring from the airlines, Martin enjoyed time with his family, Wednesday night bowling and many rounds of golf with friends.
Marty will be dearly missed by family and friends. He is survived by all four of his sons; his wife, Toni; his father, Gordon; his two sisters, Artha Enott and Faith Aline Seyforth; and many nieces and nephews.
Condolences may be posted online at www.gftribune.com/obituaries.

John W. Burkhardt
 BURKHARDT, JOHN W. – 61, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away October 28, 2009 at his home. Born August 17, 1948 in Knoxville, TN, the son of the late James H. Burkhardt, Sr. and Carrie E. Gillette. John served in the United States Navy retiring as a Petty Officer First Class after serving in the Vietnam, Gulf and Bosnian wars. He served eight years as a Fireman in Knoxville. He is survived by his loving daughters, Kaylen J. Paredes, Reagan B. Burkhardt and Dana S. Loner; brother, James H. Burkhardt, Jr.; grandchildren, Kennedy, Olivia, John Marshall, Gideon and Calvin. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests that donations be made to Community Hospice of N.E. Florida or the American Cancer Society . Visitation was held 6 to 9 P.M., Friday, October 30, 2009 at the funeral home. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Beaches Chapel. (904)249-2374 Please Sign the Guest-book @ Jacksonville.com.

Rhonda Marie Kinney
RHONDA MARIE KINNEY 43, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away October 29th, 2009 in Austin Texas. She served in the Marine Corps and was a Desert Storm veteran. She loved her husband, daughters, sisters, friends and dog more than anything in the world. She was an incredible mother and friend. Rhonda was very considerate and it brought joy to her heart when she helped others. She was a passionate cook, and was notorious for her cranberry sauce. She was an avid shopper and loved spending the day with her daughters and friends searching for the latest deals. Rhonda loved to discover new places and be involved with her community. She would go to the ends of the earth just to make her family and friends happy. Her bright smile, blue eyes and sense of humor will be terribly missed. You’ve left behind countless memories that we will cherish forever. We love you and we will see you again. Funeral services will be held at noon on Wednesday, November 4th in San Marcos, TX. THOMASON FUNERAL HOMESan Marcos, TX(512) 396-2300

Clinton R. O’Neill (Bobby) III
O’NEILL – Clinton R. (aka Bobby) III, passed away at the young age of 61, on October 22, 2009, in Jacksonville, FL. He was the son of the late Clinton R. Jr. and Marie O’Neill on February 2, 1948 in Brooklyn, NY. He resided in Holbrook, NY for many years and recently moved to St. Johns, FL to enjoy retirement and his family. Bob was a US Postal employee (Postmaster of Holbrook) for several years. In addition, he proudly served in the Army Reserves for 32 years in which he retired as a Colonel. As a Vietnam and Desert Storm Veteran, his troops were always his priority. Bob is survived by his beloved wife Kathy O’Neill of 39 years. Loving father of Kimberly Aslan, Kelly Neel, and Clinton R. O’Neill IV (Bobby). Cherished grandfather of Patrick and Amanda Aslan and Kassidy Neel. Dear father-in-law of Alan Aslan and Kevin Neel. Caring brother of Brian (Andrea), Kevin, Terrance (Patricia) O’Neill and Maureen O’Neill Stoddard, son-in-law of Anne Mooni, brother-in-law of Karen (John) Reece and uncle of many nieces, nephews, and godchildren. Bob was truly adored and loved by his family and friends. He will forever be missed until we meet again. Services will be held on October 26, 2009 from 5-8pm at Hardage Giddens Mandarin Chapel in Jacksonville, FL. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on October 27, 2009 at 11 am at St. Joseph’s Historical Church, Jacksonville, Fl. with Father Daniel Cody officiating, followed by a service at Jacksonville National Cemetery with full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s name to: Armed Forces Reserve Family Assistance Fund, 33 East 33rd St., NY, NY 10016 Attention: Jack Buttine or Community Hospice Foundation, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, Fl 32257.
Published in Newsday on October 30, 2009

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Craig M. Lemke  
Outfitter
Craig M. Lemke, 49, of Boles Acres, passed away Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, in Alamogordo.
Mr. Lemke was born Aug. 14, 1960, in Sherman, Texas, to Larry and Janet (Horhertz) Lemke. Mr. Lemke married Whitney M. Scott Aug. 28, 1982, in Ruidoso.
He was a veteran of Desert Storm and retired from the U.S. Air Force on Sept. 1, 2000.  He was an excellent outfitter and was the owner and operator of C&L Hunts. He loved spending time in the mountains and loved to hunt.
He is survived by his wife, Whitney M. Lemke; three daughters, Carlye Lemke and Cassidy Lemke, both of Fort Pierce, Fla., and Kari McCollum and husband, 2nd Lt. Christopher, and a grandson, Landon McCollum, all of Lompoc, Calif.; two sisters, Cindy Burgess and husband, Kent, of St. Louis, and Cheri Bettlach and husband, Roger, of St. Louis; parents Larry and Janet Lemke, of St. Louis; nephews David, Kyle, Chris and Sam; nieces Amanda, Hailey, Ellie and Jessica; sister-in-law Eden Mitchell and husband, Scott, of Iva, S.C.; father-in-law Daniel Scott, of Alamogordo; aunt Marlene Scott, of Mesa, Ariz.; and his grandmother Helen Horhertz, of Greenfield, Iowa.
Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, at the Alamogordo Funeral Home Chapel with Father Scott Ruthven officiating. Full Military Honors will be provided by Holloman Air Force Base Steel Talons Honor Guard.
Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.
The Lemke family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home to direct the arrangements. Cremation will take place locally at PCS.
To sign the online register book, please visit www.alamogordofuneralhome.org. 

Robert M. Walters Jr.
LAUREL HILL – Robert Milton Walters Jr., 44, of Laurel Hill, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009. He was an Army veteran of Operation Desert Storm. Services: Funeral, 11 a.m. Monday in Richard Boles Funeral Service chapel in Laurinburg. Burial in Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery in Spring Lake. Visitation, 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Survived by: Wife, Hillary; daughter, Erica; sons, Eric and Robert III; and mother, Carolyn.

Published in Fayetteville Observer on October 31, 2009

Thomas Charles DeLatte "Peanut"
Thomas "Peanut" Charles DeLatte died on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at Tulane Medical Center in New Orleans at the age of 55. He was a resident of Clinton and native of Baton Rouge. He retired with 24 years of service from the U.S. Navy and 14 years of trucking with Knight Transportation. Visiting will be at Living Word Christian Centre’ in Grangeville on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Visiting will continue at the church on Friday from 11 a.m. until service at 1 p.m. conducted by Brother Charlie Brewer and W.S. Manchaster. Burial will be in church cemetery. Survived by wife of 36 years, Virginia Allen DeLatte; two sons, Thomas C. DeLatte Jr. and wife Tammie Montez DeLatte, Fort Worth, Texas, and Kirk J. DeLatte, Waveland, Miss; stepmother, Ella Mae DeLatte, Marksville; and brother, Jimmy DeLatte, Denham Springs; grandson, Jesse R. DeLatte; and four nieces and two nephews. Preceded in death by father, Jesse DeLatte; mother and stepfather, Katie Manchaster Crowell and Cecil Crowell; sister, Patsy Ann Achord; maternal grandparents, Tommy and Lilia Manchaster; and paternal grandparents, Charlie and Anna DeLatte. Pallbearers will be Ricky Bass, James DeLatte, Donny Burton, Douglas Mahaffey, Davis Gill and Philip Snoddy. Honorary pallbearers are Thomas DeLatte Jr. and Kirk J. DeLatte. He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving in Vietnam and Operation Desert Storm. He began his career 22 years ago at recruit training command Orlando, Fla., and from there served with distinction in the following activities: NATTC NAS, Memphis, Tenn.; VFP-63, VF-211 (F-8 DET), A/C Operating Detachment, NAS Miramar, Calif.; VP-49, NAS Jacksonville, Fla., NAS Whiting Field, Fla.; VA-165 NAS Whidbey Island, Wash.; Naval Support Activity, New Orleans; NAS Whidbey Island, Wash., VFA-125/NAMTRAGRUDET, NAS Lemoore, Calif. During his career, DeLatte earned the following awards: three Navy Commendation medals, two Navy Achievement medals, Navy Unit Commendation Award, two Meritorious Unit Commendation awards, two Navy "E" ribbons, five Good Conduct medals, two National Defense Service medals, Southwest Asia Service Medal with two bronze stars, five Sea Service Deployment ribbons, Kuwait Liberation Medal, Expert Rifleman Medal, and Expert Pistol Shot Medal. Memorial donations may be made to Living Word Christian Centre’, 2496 La. 63, Grangeville, LA 70453. Share sympathies, condolences and memories at www.charletfuneralhome.com.
Published in The Advocate from October 16 to October 21, 2009   View/Sign Guest Book 
 

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Johnny Tyler  
PEORIA – Johnny "Butch" Lorenzo Tyler, 49, of 1700 N. Machin Ave., Peoria, Ill., passed away at 9:35 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009, at his residence. Johnny was born on Feb. 3, 1960, in Dundee, Miss., to Joe Cephus and Della Mae (Lewis) Tyler.

Johnny is survived by his wife, Jennifer (Dangerfield) Tyler of Fort Worth, Texas; two daughters, Monique Tyler of Fort Worth, Texas, and Shaunda Jackson of Peoria, Ill.; one stepdaughter, Tameika Cobb of Fort Worth, Texas; one stepson, Eddie Cobb of Fort Worth, Texas; four brothers, William "Bill" Johnson of Peoria, Robert "Bob" Johnson of Delavan, Ill., and Charles (Bernice) Johnson and Coolidge "Leon" (Rhonda Hines) Tyler, both of Peoria, Ill.; one sister, Rutha Johnson of Peoria, Ill.; four grandchildren; 11 stepgrandchildren; and a host of other family and friends who adored him.

Johnny formerly worked as an assembly specialist at Caterpillar Inc.

Johnny was an Air Force veteran, serving as staff sergeant during Operation Desert Storm.

Johnny graduated in 1978 from Woodruff, where he ran track and was a member of the band.  He was a former member of the Union Local 974. He loved fishing and gardening. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at Star of Hope Full Gospel Baptist Church, with a visitation one hour before the services at 9 a.m. Bishop Joseph Johnson will officiate. Johnny will be laid to rest in Camp Butler Cemetery in Springfield, Ill., on Monday, Nov. 2, 2009. Family and friends will be received at 109 E. Archer Ave., Peoria, Ill. Simons Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
 

Lisa Jerry Martin
Lisa Jerry Martin Fort Gratiot Twp. Lisa Jerry Martin, 49 of Fort Gratiot Twp., passed away Saturday, October 24, 2009 in Port Huron Hospital following a long battle with ALS. She was born to Thomas C. and Judith Jerry on January 23, 1960 in Port Huron, attended the Port Huron schools, and graduated from Port Huron Northern in 1979. Lisa received her Associates Degree in Broadcasting at SCCCC and attended Central Michigan University before joining the U.S. Army. She later entered the U.S. Air Force retiring in 2001. While in the Air Force, she took part in Operation Desert Storm. She also traveled to Turkey with the USAF Band where she was the band’s soloist. Lisa was always on the go. She loved to sing, enjoyed fast cars, fashion and dressing up, and she had a funny sense of humor. While growing up, she was active in Little Theater, and while in college, she participated in various theater productions. Lisa is survived by her two children, Lauren Louise Martin and James Thomas Martin, both of Chicago, IL; her mother and 2nd dad, Judy and James Fenner of Port Huron; her grandmother, Betty Bond of Marysville; her sister, Leslie Lynn (Mark) Buckley of Port Huron; her brother, Frank William (Kristi) Fenner of Grand Marais, MN; several aunts and uncles including David and Gail Bond of Clyde Twp., Charles Jerry of FL, and Ken and Nancy Jerry of Canton, MI; six nieces and nephews, Jaylynn, Marlie, and Tommy Buckley, and Shianna, Jacob, and Jackson Fenner; and two cousins, Scott and Kristen Bond of Linden, MI, and Michael and Trish Bond of Ada, MI. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas C. Jerry, and her grandfather, George F. Bond. Visitation will be Monday, October 26, 2009 in Smith Family Funeral Home-North, 1525 Hancock St. from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be in the funeral home on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. preceded by one hour of visitation. The Rev. Robert Trask will officiate. Burial will follow in Lakeside Cemetery under the direction of the St. Clair County Allied Veterans Council. Contributions may be made in Lisa’s memory to the Muscular Dystrophy Association for ALS Research. To send condolences, please visit smithfamilyfuneralhome.com

Philip A. Tumey  
Philip A. Tumey EPSOM, NH Philip A. Tumey, 68, of Epsom, NH, died Friday, October 23, 2009, surrounded by his family, after a short illness. Born in Cohasset, he was the son of Philip D. and Daisy (White) Tumey. He was a 1959 graduate of Cohasset High School and lived Rockland before moving to Epsom 6 years ago. Mr. Tumey had been employed as an auto mechanic for several Dodge dealerships and auto parts stores. After his retirement, Phil continued to work part time for Auto Parts International as a delivery driver. Proud of his military service, he spent 23 years with the Mass. National Guard 1058th Transport Unit out of Hingham and was called to active duty in Kuwait in support of Operation Desert Shield / Desert Storm. Members of his family include his wife of 46 years, Judith N. (Mowll) Tumey of NH; a son, Glen Tumey of Taunton; 3 daughters, Beth Sage, Kristen guerrero and her husband Arturo, all of Rockland, Heather Bullard and her husband David of Marshfield, 11 grandchildren, Christie Tumey and her fianc Ryan Layton, Jenna, Kyle, Colin, Kelley, Ramona, and Derrik Sage, Tristan and Griffith Bullard, and Lydia and Garritt Guerrero; 2 sisters, Jane Lindsey of Rockland and Elizabeth Blair of Cohasset. Calling hours are at the Still Oaks Funeral & Memorial Home, 1217 Suncook Valley Hwy, Epsom, NH on Monday from 7-9 PM. Services at the New Rye Union Congregational Church will take place Tuesday at 11 AM. Burial at the NH State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen at 2:30 PM. Family and friends may sign an on-line guestbook by visiting stilloaks.com.

John V. Kelly
John V. Kelly, 83, of Nutley passed away on Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at Clara Maass Medical Center, Belleville. Mr. Kelly was born on July 11, 1926, to Joseph and Mary Silvestri Kelly on Griffith Street in Jersey City. John got his toughness from his Irish dad, who was signed by the N.Y. Yankees as a catcher, and his moral compass from his old fashion Italian mom, who taught him the importance of being a good compassionate Christian and to always try to help people. John would follow his mother’s advice for his entire life. He attended St. Nicholas Grammar School and St. Peter’s Prep High School in Jersey City. Upon graduating from the Prep, he served his country during World War II as a staff sergeant demolition expert with the U.S. Army in the Philippines. After returning from the war, John worked nights at the Erie Railroad docks and the Railway Express in Hoboken while attending St. Peter’s College during the day. He graduated from St. Peter’s with honors with a bachelor of science in finance and accounting. He worked for the accounting firm Peat, Marwick, and Mitchell from 1951 to 1962. As a supervisor with Peat, John would come to Nutley Savings and Loan to review and audit the institution. He gave the savings and loan advice and recommendations on how to automate and modernize the entire bank’s operations, which the institution did implement. Nutley Savings and Loan President John Dolan took a liking to the bright young accountant and offered him a position with the savings and loan. John started his career with Nutley Savings in 1962 and in 1963 was elevated to comptroller and board member. He became executive vice president and in 1971, upon the death of his mentor, John Dolan, became president and chairman of Nutley Savings. In keeping with its history as "Nutley’s only hometown financial institution," Nutley Savings was a friendly, community minded organization. Under the guidance of John, the savings and loan grew from $60 million to $212 million in assets. It ranked 13th in size among the 200 savings and loan associations in the state at that time and served more than 22,000 customers. Over the years, Nutley Savings made its mark on the financial community by instituting innovative practices and services. It was one of the first financial institutions in the state to install an ATM machine. Under Mr. Kelly’s leadership Nutley Savings was known for its special brand of community involvement. As John would say, "the community is our most important investment," and he believed that the institution should take an active role in community activities, donating score boards for athletic fields and gymnasiums, both in public and parochial schools, sponsorship or support for numerous civic and charitable organizations, as well as health care programs held in the bank and support for area hospitals. In addition, John also had the institution sponsor countless performances of local musical groups and individuals, annual youth basketball tournaments, an annual area chess tournament, art exhibits, the Nutley 5-mile Classic, and the Tour Of Nutley bike race. John created the Nutley Savings Community Room to honor former President John F Dolan. This room was utilized free of charge by local and charitable organizations, as well as by individuals for family functions. In the motion picture "It’s A Wonderful Life," Jimmy Stewart plays George Bailey, the president of a local savings and loan that granted home mortgages to citizens that larger banks turned down, gave advice and counsel to people, and did everything he could to make his community a better place to live. George was loved and admired by all. John Kelly was the George Bailey of his community. John began his political career in 1981, being elected to the New Jersey Assembly, serving 18 years, spanning the governorships of Tom Kean, Jim Florio and Christie Whitman. He represented parts of Essex, Bergen, and Passaic counties. John took great pride in writing legislation that he believed would benefit the people. He had the privilege of having over 143 bills that he authored and signed into law. He authored the original Helmet Bill requiring that children wear helmets while riding bikes, scooters and skateboards. He authored the bill requiring that mammograms and pap smears be covered by insurance companies. All New Jersey college dormitories have fire sprinklers in place, thanks to a bill John Kelly authored. He was a member of the Assembly Insurance and Banking committee. In 1983, John was author of the original Jobs Training Act, which became known as the Governor’s Employment and Training Initiative. This law provided training for the state’s disadvantaged and displaced workers. He sponsored legislation calling for the establishment of a fund to aid families with children suffering from catastrophic illness, as well as legislation aimed at eliminating frivolous lawsuits. On the Appropriations Committee he secured necessary funding for disabled children and autistic research. John also created a law requiring every newborn have their hearing tested before they are released from the hospital. This law is now national. He established a Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign in the Department of Health and Senior Services which required school districts to provide instruction on breast self examinations. John established the Health Wellness Promotion Act to create minimum preventive measures that must be covered by insurance. In 1938, John’s dad died tragically in a snow storm accident, and he remembered how hard this was on himself and his younger sister, Theresa. Every Christmas, Jersey City firemen and policemen would bring gifts to John and his sister. He also never forgot the tough financial burden on his family. The country was in the middle of the Great Depression, John had no father, no social security back then, no pension, or benefits. But every Christmas, those firemen and policemen brought a little joy to him and his sister. John authored the bill that guaranteed the pension and health benefits to all families of deceased firemen and police officers. The International Association of Fire Fighters honored him in a special ceremony in The Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, January 2001. This is the greatest honor and privilege the association can award. John was coordinator of the New Jersey Cares Project, which sent more than 7,000 "care packages" to U.S. military troops serving in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The project, which spanned six months and operated on a statewide level, included three shipments to armed forces in the Persian Gulf and Mediterranean Sea. He was recognized by the U.S. Department of Defense for the project and his support of the National Guard Reserves. John was elected mayor of Nutley in May 1988, serving as the director of public safety for eight years. The 6,179 votes he received in 1988 were the most ever received by a commission candidate in Nutley. It was also the first and only time a first time candidate was elected mayor of the township. John was a parishioner and trustee of St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Nutley and was the past town chairman of the United Way Drive and the March of Dimes Campaign. In 1985, he was appointed to the New Jersey Crime Prevention Advisory Committee for a three-year term. He was member of the Martin Luther King Commission from 1986 to 1989. He served as a member of the New Jersey Fire Safety Commission and he was appointed to the Ellis Island Commission to work for the rehabilitation and preservation of Ellis Island and the heritage of our ancestors. John was not one to mince words, once telling a TV reporter during an interview that "repeat convicted pedophiles should be castrated," and another time telling a legislator who was stalling and debating one of his bills in the assembly chamber, "I may not know much, but I can count and I know I have the votes to pass m
Published in Star-Ledger on November 2, 2009

Robert Berry
COLUMBIA — Robert Berry, 71, died October 19, 2009. Born October 11, 1938, in Richland County, he was the son of the late Arthur and Elizabeth Berry. He was a lifelong member of Killian Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Air Force Civil and National Guard for 30 years, achieving the rank of chief master sergeant and serving in Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield in 1991. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed the outdoors and gardening.
 
Surviving are his wife, Gwendolyn Lovett Berry; daughter, Jennifer Glass (Charles W. Glass Jr.); son, Troy Berry; grandson, Christopher Glass, all of Columbia; sisters, Viola Shepherd, Katherine Braziel, both of Blythewood. He was predeceased by his grandson, Matthew Glass.
 A family graveside service will be held Wednesday, October 21, 2009, in Killian Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2009, at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Killian Baptist Church, 503 Killian Road, Columbia, SC 29203. 
Please sign the online guestbook at www.dunbarfunerals.com.Published in The State on October 20, 2009

Gregory Allen Dailey (1946-2009)
Gregory Allen Dailey, 63, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2009 in Wellton, Arizona of natural causes. He was born on May 2, 1946 in Newark, Ohio.
Gregory was in the United States Army, where he fought in the Vietnam war & Desert Storm. After being out of the Army for 10 years, he reenlisted in 1978, into the Special Forces & retired in 1996 as a Special Forces Master Sargent.
Gregory Graduated from the New York State University with a Bachelors of Science Degree.
He was member of the Special forces Association and the VFW Post 6790.
Gregory was an artist, sculptor, and he loved spending time with his family.
Gregory is survived by his wife Sherrill Dailey of Wellton, Arizona; daughters, Kalani (Sean) White of Honolulu, Hawaii, Karhman Dailey of Surprise, Arizona and Kimberly Golden of Westminster, California; four grandchildren and many friends he called family.
He was preceded in death by both his father and mother, John Preston Dailey and Marilyn Hope Dailey.
The service will be at Sunset Vista Mortuary on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at 10:00a.m. with Arnie Bulick to officiate. There will be a potluck lunch at the VFW Post 6790 at 12p.m. following the service.
In leiu of flowers a donation can be made to: Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
Please sign the guestbook at www.yumasun.com/obituaries.
Published in Sun from October 21 to November 21, 2009

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William Stanley Elmore  
1969-2009
"Stan" Elmore died suddenly at his home in Plano on Oct. 17, 2009. Stan was a graduate of Pottsboro High School, 1987 and in 1988 he joined the U.S. Air Force, became a dental technician and served in support of Operation Desert Storm.
He is survived by his children, Cailyn and Aidan Elmore; father, Richard C. (Nancy) Elmore of Hot Springs, Ark.; mother, Sue (Michael) Jones RNC, Nunn, Colo.; brothers, Christopher (Ligia) Elmore, CRNA, and Randy Elmore of Ft. Collins, Colo., Garron (Patti) Elmore of Elmira, N.Y.; aunt, Nancy (Frank) Lott, Ft. Collins, Colo.; aunt, Jeannene (Chile) Bigham; stepdad, Danny McCaig, LMSW, and fiancee Hilarie Dyson, Plano.
A celebration of life with full military honors and flag presentation was held on Oct. 20, 2009. 

REYNALDO GARZA
 
REYNALDO GARZA
WESLACO – Reynaldo Garza, 59, passed away on October 20, 2009 at M.D. Anderson Cancer Hospital in Houston, Texas.
He was born on May 31,1950 in Elsa, Texas; son of Guadalupe Garza and Trinidad Rodriguez Garza.
He is preceded in death by his father Guadalupe Garza.
He is survived by his mother Trinidad Garza; wife Anita Garza; his sons: Michael Garza, Manuel Varela Jr. and Adrian Varela; his daughter Liza Michelle Rodriguez; his brothers: Ruben Garza, Homero Garza, Lino Garza, Tony Garza, Efrain Garza, Jose Amador and Arnuldo Amador; his sisters Linda San Miguel, Mary Lou Garza, Vaita Pena, Ninfa Ozuna, Sylvia Salazar and Elida Jackson; and 10 grandchildren.
Mr. Garza was with U.S Customs and Border Protection and also served in the U.S. Army during Operation Desert Storm holding a rank of Staff Sergeant.
Visitation will be held today Sunday, October 25, 2009 from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 26, 2009 at 10 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Weslaco. Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park.
Funeral Services are under the direction of Hawkins Funeral Home of Weslaco.
Sign the guest book at www.themonitor.com/obituariesPublished in The Monitor on October 25, 2009

JOHN G. LAWSON Jr.
John G. Lawson, Jr. John G. Lawson Jr. of Liberty Township, PA passed away in Johnson City, on October 20, 2009. He was 60. He is survived by his loving wife of twenty-one years, Rebekah Hamby Lawson. Also surviving are his children, Corey and Valorie Lawson of Deats-ville, AL; Tonya Lawson of Geneva; J.B. Lawson, Amanda Hamby Lawson, and John G. Lawson III of Hallstead, PA; three sisters, Yvonne Lawson Dixon, Daleville; Margrete Lawson Simmons, Enterprise; and Diana Lynn Lawson, Do-than; six brothers, Edward E. Lawson of Montgomery; Dennis Lawson, Dothan; Kenneth Lawson, Augusta, GA; David Lawson, Level Plains; Gregory Lawson, Dothan; and Derek Lawson, Atlanta, GA; eight grandchildren, Courtney, Tia, Corey, Leah, Layla, Kirah, K’onna, and Keien; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. John served with the United States Army for twenty-two years, station-ed in many locations abroad as well as Iraq during Desert Storm. He was a member of the American Legion Post #357 and the V.F.W. Post #6223. John was employed with B.A.E. Systems as a security guard. He was a 1967 graduate of Hartford High School in Hartford, Alabama. A funeral service was held Saturday, October 24, 2009 at the Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Hallstead, PA. Interment followed in the Brookdale Cemetery. Should friends so desire, expressions of sympathy may take the form of a donation to the American Heart Association 613 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home of Hallstead, PA, (570) 879-2287, was in charge of arrangements. Sign the guest book at www.eprisenow.com

Michael Kevin Milanowski
MILANOWSKI Michael Kevin Milanowski, 47, of Springfield, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 24, 2009 in Battle Creek Health System. He was born July 12, 1962 in Grand Rapids, MI. He was deployed with the US Marines for Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm where he received the National Defense Service Medal and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. He worked for many years with Fort Custer National Cemetery near Battle Creek. He is survived by his mother and step father, Doris A. and Terry L. Sleeman; his father, Stanley Edward Milanowski; and his brother, Timothy L. and Camie Sleeman all of Alto, MI. He is remembered by his nephews, Caleb and Isaiah Sleeman, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Mike graduated from Caledonia High School 1980, took college courses at Grand Rapids Community College and Grand Valley State University studying Criminal Justice then went into the Marines. At both colleges he was involved in running track. No visitation is scheduled at the funeral home. The family will have a private gathering. Memorial tributes may be made to Humane Society or Haven of Rest Mission. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes.
Published in Grand Rapids Press from October 28 to October 30, 2009

Glenn S. Robinson  
Master Chief USN Ret. Glenn S. Robinson, 58, of Enfield, husband of 38 years of "Toni" Irene (DeMarcantonio) Robinson, died peacefully on Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at Hartford Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Mineola, N.Y., on Dec. 20, 1950, to the late Robert C. Robinson III and the late Gracie (Chichester) Robinson, Glenn was raised in Woodstown, N.J., and was a resident of Groton until he moved to Enfield in 1983. He had a 23-year career in the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country during the Vietnam and Desert Storm eras. He retired in 1993 as master chief and had served on submarines, the USS Lafayette and the USS Grant. Glenn was command master chief NPTU Windsor from September 1989 until April 1993. He was awarded Navy Commendation Medals, Navy Achievement Medals, Good Conduct Medals, Letters of Commendation, and was a master training specialist. Following his retirement from the Navy, Glenn received an associate’s degree in general studies from Asnuntuck Community College in 1994 and a bachelor’s of science degree in business management from Lesley College School of Management in 1996. Most recently, he was superintendent of buildings at the University of Hartford. In addition to his U.S. Navy achievements, Glenn was the proud recipient of several civilian awards including Outstanding Young Men of America in 1985, Connecticut Jaycees Statesman Award, Connecticut Jaycees Presidential Award of Honor in 1984, Connecticut Jaycees Outstanding Local Chapter President in 1985, MDA Telethon Letter of Appreciation in 1983, and the Connecticut Jaycees Project of the Month in September of 1983.

In addition to his wife, Toni, Glenn is survived by his loving family: his daughter, Carrie Robinson; his son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Amber Robinson; his cherished grandchildren, Nicola Robinson, Korben Robinson, River Robinson, and Chloe Robinson, all of Enfield; his brother, Doug Robinson, and his wife, Cindy, of Pennsylvania; his sister, Betty Robinson Zion, and her husband, Don, of Indiana; his sister-in-law, Yonnie Robinson of New Jersey; his brothers-in-law and their wives, Mike and Gina DeMarcantonio of New Jersey; and Andy and Cheryl DeMarcantonio of Pennsylvania; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert C. Robinson IV.Glenn’s family thanks the medical professionals at Hartford Hospital for their valiant effort in trying to keep Glenn with them, and also the Facilities Department at the University of Hartford who embraced Glenn and gave him a professional home.Glenn’s family will receive relatives and friend. at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, Enfield, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m.A funeral service with military honors will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will be at the convenience of the family.Glenn loved the University of Hartford and found a home there in one short year. In lieu of flowers, Glenn’s family requests that donations in his memory be made to The University of Hartford Anchor Fund (fitting for a sailor), 200 Bloomfield Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117.To leave an online message of sympathy or for directions, please visit www.leetestevens.com

Patricia Stegall
Patricia "Anne" Stegall Naples, FL

Patricia "Anne" Stegall, 76, of Naples, FL and Dover, DE; passed away on October 17, 2009 after a long illness surrounded by her family. Anne was born April 11, 1933 in Springfield, MA to Raymond and Estelle (nee Poulin) Williams. She was predeceased by her parents; two brothers; and her sister.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Ronald; her five daughters, Pamela (Paul), Susan (John), Elaine, Diane, Amy (Jim); two grandchildren, Gage, Lindsey; two great-grandchildren; three brothers; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Anne lived all over the world with her U.S.A.F. pilot husband. She was adept at packing up the family, including cats, dogs and the family horse and moving to a new location. Anne made many friends in her travels. Charity and volunteering were an important aspect in her life while still devoting time to raising five lively girls. Politics were also a passion, both local and national and she was a lifelong Republican. She taught home economics while living in Bermuda. Anne was a fabulous seamstress and knitter, as well as an avid gardener. Anne made traditional smocked dresses and knitwear for family, friends and charity. She donated her work to children in Immokalee, an orphanage in Nicaragua and to victims of Hurricane Katrina in Mississippi. The family settled in Dover, DE, where Anne was an active member of Christ Episcopal Church. She worked on various projects including "Adopt a Family." Anne was a licensed interior designer, realtor and president of Stegall Homes, Inc. She was active in Delaware Hospice and The American Red Cross. Anne garnered recognition for her volunteer work over the years, including special recognition from Dover AFB, DE for her work during Desert Storm.

Anne will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Burial will be at Christ Episcopal Church, Dover, DE. In lieu of flowers, donations may