Amy Belanger
Persian Gulf (1991-1999)
Amy was born November 17th, 1972 in Salem, Massachusetts. She enlisted into the Navy during the Persian Gulf War and was given the rank of E-3 Airman. Amy served at the Naval Air Station in Norfolk,Virginia from August 1991 to August 1999. Today, Amy lives in Peabody, Massachusetts. We thank for her service.
Persian Gulf (1991-1999)
Amy was born November 17th, 1972 in Salem, Massachusetts. She enlisted into the Navy during the Persian Gulf War and was given the rank of E-3 Airman. Amy served at the Naval Air Station in Norfolk,Virginia from August 1991 to August 1999. Today, Amy lives in Peabody, Massachusetts. We thank for her service.
Ken Rauseo
Air Force (1968-1971)
Ken Rauseo was born on December 18th, 1949 in Medford Massachusetts. Ken enlisted as a sergeant in the Air Force where he served from 1968-1971. While in the Air Force, he served in Texas, Mississippi, Italy, and the Philippines, as well as in many other European countries. He worked in intelligence. During his service, Ken was awarded the Good Conduct medal. We thank him for his service.
Air Force (1968-1971)
Ken Rauseo was born on December 18th, 1949 in Medford Massachusetts. Ken enlisted as a sergeant in the Air Force where he served from 1968-1971. While in the Air Force, he served in Texas, Mississippi, Italy, and the Philippines, as well as in many other European countries. He worked in intelligence. During his service, Ken was awarded the Good Conduct medal. We thank him for his service.
Peter Matvichuk
Korean War (1950-1952)
Peter Matvichuk was born on July 29th, 1931 in Peabody, Massachusetts. Matvichuk served in the Navy during the Korean War from 1950 to 1952. He was stationed in Newport, Rhode Island, Norfolk, Virginia, and his troop also took part in the Mediterranean Theatre. While on their way to the Mediterranean, his ship ran into a hurricane and did an 18 degree roll, which almost caused it to capsize. Everyone walked away with minor injuries, and Matvichuk claims, “This is when I became a true soldier.” His troop hit about every port in the Mediterranean from Portugal to Istanbul. He went on to become a third class Petty Officer, and at the end of his service, he was happy to come home to a one month old baby. He also received two degrees in engineering and business thanks to the G.I. Bill, which provides educational assistance to service members, veterans, and their dependents. Peter Matvichuk received awards such as the Good Conduct Medal and Korean Defense man following his service. We thank him for his service.
Korean War (1950-1952)
Peter Matvichuk was born on July 29th, 1931 in Peabody, Massachusetts. Matvichuk served in the Navy during the Korean War from 1950 to 1952. He was stationed in Newport, Rhode Island, Norfolk, Virginia, and his troop also took part in the Mediterranean Theatre. While on their way to the Mediterranean, his ship ran into a hurricane and did an 18 degree roll, which almost caused it to capsize. Everyone walked away with minor injuries, and Matvichuk claims, “This is when I became a true soldier.” His troop hit about every port in the Mediterranean from Portugal to Istanbul. He went on to become a third class Petty Officer, and at the end of his service, he was happy to come home to a one month old baby. He also received two degrees in engineering and business thanks to the G.I. Bill, which provides educational assistance to service members, veterans, and their dependents. Peter Matvichuk received awards such as the Good Conduct Medal and Korean Defense man following his service. We thank him for his service.
Jim Sweet
Vietnam war (May 16 1966- May 16 1972)
Jim Sweet was born on August 24th, 1947 in Marblehead, Ma. Sweet served in the Navy as a PO2 and a Capt while in the national guard. He served in Vietnam, and the National guard in Salem and Lynn. In Vietnam there were 7 men on his boat “Y0131”. The boat was later sunk while helping people escape from the communists. He trained with the marines, and became a navigator and then shore duty.The boot camp was intense and people there were afraid to go to Vietnam. One man there purposely broke his knee due to the fact that he was so afraid. He brought diesel and gas to the marines. This was very dangerous. By the end of his service he was rewarded the Army Commendation medal, Navy Commendation, and the Combat V Gallantry Cross. Jim found two of his fellow soldiers in Kentucky and Louisiana after the war. Jim has even marched in the memorial day parade. We thank him for his service.
Vietnam war (May 16 1966- May 16 1972)
Jim Sweet was born on August 24th, 1947 in Marblehead, Ma. Sweet served in the Navy as a PO2 and a Capt while in the national guard. He served in Vietnam, and the National guard in Salem and Lynn. In Vietnam there were 7 men on his boat “Y0131”. The boat was later sunk while helping people escape from the communists. He trained with the marines, and became a navigator and then shore duty.The boot camp was intense and people there were afraid to go to Vietnam. One man there purposely broke his knee due to the fact that he was so afraid. He brought diesel and gas to the marines. This was very dangerous. By the end of his service he was rewarded the Army Commendation medal, Navy Commendation, and the Combat V Gallantry Cross. Jim found two of his fellow soldiers in Kentucky and Louisiana after the war. Jim has even marched in the memorial day parade. We thank him for his service.
Bob Cecil
Korean and Vietnam War (1954-1962)
Bob Cecil was born on April 19th 1940 in Lynn ,Ma. He served from 1954 to 1962 in both The Korean war and The Vietnam war. He enlisted in the army at 19 and had the rank of E-5. Some locations he served in were New Jersey, Washington D.C, Alaska, and Georgia. When stationed in Alaska he loved hunting and fishing. While stationed in the Pentagon, he would receive the messages from Vietnam. When serving he made four close friends that are still close with him now. Bob even watched the world series with them. Bob never served in any battles though. We thank him for his services.
Korean and Vietnam War (1954-1962)
Bob Cecil was born on April 19th 1940 in Lynn ,Ma. He served from 1954 to 1962 in both The Korean war and The Vietnam war. He enlisted in the army at 19 and had the rank of E-5. Some locations he served in were New Jersey, Washington D.C, Alaska, and Georgia. When stationed in Alaska he loved hunting and fishing. While stationed in the Pentagon, he would receive the messages from Vietnam. When serving he made four close friends that are still close with him now. Bob even watched the world series with them. Bob never served in any battles though. We thank him for his services.
Joseph Javery
Grenada ( served from 1979-1984)
Joseph was born on July 16, 1959 in Lynn, Massachusetts. He enlisted and served in the US Army as a Sgt. during Grenada from 1979-1984, Pearl Harbor from 1981-1983, Egypt for 2 months, Virginia, and Fort Eustis. He was a heavy equipment operator at Ft Letterman, MI. He used payphones to stay in touch with family. However he was bale
to see his family sometimes. He drove trucks and said it was “lots of fun”. Joe served for a total of 4 years and 6 months. He enjoyed his time in the Army and we thank him for his service. Joseph was awarded the Expeditionary medal during his service. We greatly thank him for his service.
Melvin Hogue
Base Time ( service dates Sept 1992-Sept 1998)
Mel Hogue was born on May 24, 1972 in Boston, MA. He served during Base Time in the United States Marine Corps. He enlisted and served in the USMC from September 1992- September 1998. He was in Camp Lejeune. While serving, he got the opportunity to go to Norway and meet the King. He served during “Peacetime”, so he was not deployed overseas. Mel traveled around the US and said it was very hectic the first few weeks. He flew in many helicopters and planes, and even jumped out of a few. We thank him for service.
Base Time ( service dates Sept 1992-Sept 1998)
Mel Hogue was born on May 24, 1972 in Boston, MA. He served during Base Time in the United States Marine Corps. He enlisted and served in the USMC from September 1992- September 1998. He was in Camp Lejeune. While serving, he got the opportunity to go to Norway and meet the King. He served during “Peacetime”, so he was not deployed overseas. Mel traveled around the US and said it was very hectic the first few weeks. He flew in many helicopters and planes, and even jumped out of a few. We thank him for service.
Thomas J. Moran
Korean War and Vietnam War ( Served 1952-1958)
Thomas was born was January 1st , 1943. Thomas J. Moran enlisted to the Navy in 1952 and was given the rank of MR-2. He was stationed in San Diego California during his service for two weeks. He went to Cambridge, Maryland and was shipped to San Diego for the remainder of his term. During his service he tested A-bombs. He also was awarded medals but doesn’t recall what they were. Thomas ended his service in 1958. After his service, he worked in a machine shop. We greatly thank him for his dedicated service.
Korean War and Vietnam War ( Served 1952-1958)
Thomas was born was January 1st , 1943. Thomas J. Moran enlisted to the Navy in 1952 and was given the rank of MR-2. He was stationed in San Diego California during his service for two weeks. He went to Cambridge, Maryland and was shipped to San Diego for the remainder of his term. During his service he tested A-bombs. He also was awarded medals but doesn’t recall what they were. Thomas ended his service in 1958. After his service, he worked in a machine shop. We greatly thank him for his dedicated service.
Frank R. Edwards
Vietnam War (1966-1969)
Frank R. Edwards was born in Peabody on July 7, 1947. Frank graduated in 1966, being the last class to graduate from the old Peabody High School, as it was shut down and moved to the current Peabody Veterans Memorial High School. In 1968, Frank enlisted into the U.S. Army with the purpose of serving his country. Frank was given the rank if Sergeant E-5 .He was sent to Fort Dix, New Jersey for training. After graduating boot camp, Frank was deployed over to Vietnam , serving for approximately two years. During his service, Frank was able to write to his family and friends, even though he was his combat and was even located in some parts of Thailand. For his efforts, Frank earned the Bronze Star before being discharged in 1969. After coming home, Frank had difficulty adjusting to society, like most veterans at the time, though he is currently living a good life. We thank him for his service.
Vietnam War (1966-1969)
Frank R. Edwards was born in Peabody on July 7, 1947. Frank graduated in 1966, being the last class to graduate from the old Peabody High School, as it was shut down and moved to the current Peabody Veterans Memorial High School. In 1968, Frank enlisted into the U.S. Army with the purpose of serving his country. Frank was given the rank if Sergeant E-5 .He was sent to Fort Dix, New Jersey for training. After graduating boot camp, Frank was deployed over to Vietnam , serving for approximately two years. During his service, Frank was able to write to his family and friends, even though he was his combat and was even located in some parts of Thailand. For his efforts, Frank earned the Bronze Star before being discharged in 1969. After coming home, Frank had difficulty adjusting to society, like most veterans at the time, though he is currently living a good life. We thank him for his service.
Moe Atherton
World War II (Served 1941 to 1946)
Moe Atherton was born in 1924 in Lynn, Massachusetts. Mr. Atherton attended Lynn High School where he played baseball and basketball. In school, math was his favorite subject. In 1941 Moe was drafted into the U.S. army, which eventually lead to him serving in the Battle of the Bulge, a horrendously cold battle that took place in Germany, Luxembourg, and Belgium. Mr. Atherton was in charge of driving a truck throughout some parts of the war. Moe, along with 16 other men, formed a small union, where they ate rations and very few meals a day. Throughout his experience in the war, Moe was able to learn some new languages, and he enjoyed going to the different European countries. Despite having enjoyed serving in the military and calling it a life changing experience, Atherton stated that it “felt fantastic” when the war ended. After returning home from the war, Mr. Atherton has found enjoyment in golfing, hunting, playing baseball, and rooting for his favorite sports team, the Boston Celtics. We are very appreciative of Mr. Atherton’s heroic actions and we thank him greatly for his service.
World War II (Served 1941 to 1946)
Moe Atherton was born in 1924 in Lynn, Massachusetts. Mr. Atherton attended Lynn High School where he played baseball and basketball. In school, math was his favorite subject. In 1941 Moe was drafted into the U.S. army, which eventually lead to him serving in the Battle of the Bulge, a horrendously cold battle that took place in Germany, Luxembourg, and Belgium. Mr. Atherton was in charge of driving a truck throughout some parts of the war. Moe, along with 16 other men, formed a small union, where they ate rations and very few meals a day. Throughout his experience in the war, Moe was able to learn some new languages, and he enjoyed going to the different European countries. Despite having enjoyed serving in the military and calling it a life changing experience, Atherton stated that it “felt fantastic” when the war ended. After returning home from the war, Mr. Atherton has found enjoyment in golfing, hunting, playing baseball, and rooting for his favorite sports team, the Boston Celtics. We are very appreciative of Mr. Atherton’s heroic actions and we thank him greatly for his service.
Dominic Dierrico
Korean War (1951-1954)
Dominic Dierrico was born in East Boston on September 6th, 1931, and now resides in West Peabody. Mr. Dierrico enlisted in the Marine Corps, and served in the Korean War from January 1951 until April of 1954. His military rank was Sergeant, and he was stationed in Paris Island, South Carolina, Camp Pendtun, California, Hingdum MA, and Quantico VA. While in the war, Dierrico was awarded 3 battle stars and the Korean medal. Dierrico had never been on an airplane before the war, and he remembers his first experience to be very crammed as everyone was packed like “sardines”, making this a prominent memory from the war. Dominic Dierrico also wanted to have all the kids that lost their lives during the Korean War. We thank Dominic Dierrico for his service and dedication to helping to protect the United States.
Korean War (1951-1954)
Dominic Dierrico was born in East Boston on September 6th, 1931, and now resides in West Peabody. Mr. Dierrico enlisted in the Marine Corps, and served in the Korean War from January 1951 until April of 1954. His military rank was Sergeant, and he was stationed in Paris Island, South Carolina, Camp Pendtun, California, Hingdum MA, and Quantico VA. While in the war, Dierrico was awarded 3 battle stars and the Korean medal. Dierrico had never been on an airplane before the war, and he remembers his first experience to be very crammed as everyone was packed like “sardines”, making this a prominent memory from the war. Dominic Dierrico also wanted to have all the kids that lost their lives during the Korean War. We thank Dominic Dierrico for his service and dedication to helping to protect the United States.
Domenic Bua
Vietnam War (10/3/1960 to 9/15/1964)
Domenic Bua was born in Boston on March 7th, 1940. Domenic joined the Air Force on October 3rd, 1960. Domenic enlisted into the air force , because he wanted to serve his country. Domenic’s rank was Airman First Class, and throughout his service, he went to a variety of places such as Texas Illinois, Massachusetts, Okinawa, Hong Kong, Korea,and the Philippines. In those places, he was able to make plenty of friends. In the Air Force, he worked on airplanes. Domenic ended his service on September 15th, 1964. After his service, he met his wife, who he has been married to for 52 years.. He also went to college and got his degree in engineering to eventually become an engineer. Domenic has three kids and seven grand kids, who he shares his love of sports with. Domenic Bua is a man we all want as a role model and father figure.
Vietnam War (10/3/1960 to 9/15/1964)
Domenic Bua was born in Boston on March 7th, 1940. Domenic joined the Air Force on October 3rd, 1960. Domenic enlisted into the air force , because he wanted to serve his country. Domenic’s rank was Airman First Class, and throughout his service, he went to a variety of places such as Texas Illinois, Massachusetts, Okinawa, Hong Kong, Korea,and the Philippines. In those places, he was able to make plenty of friends. In the Air Force, he worked on airplanes. Domenic ended his service on September 15th, 1964. After his service, he met his wife, who he has been married to for 52 years.. He also went to college and got his degree in engineering to eventually become an engineer. Domenic has three kids and seven grand kids, who he shares his love of sports with. Domenic Bua is a man we all want as a role model and father figure.
Timothy Marcoulier
Vietnam War (1970-73)
Timothy Marcoulier was born on July 29, 1947 in Worthington Minnesota. In January 1970 he was commissioned into the Army during the Vietnam War and was given the rank of Lieutenant. While in army, he was stationed in Georgia, Colorado, Panama, and New Jersey. While in Panama he was sent to a Jungle school with all of the other officers. During Jungle School it rained so much that it rained so much that it got up to three feet. The rain was so bad that when Timmy;s buddy dropped his rifle, he could not find it again. Timothy finished his service in July of 1973 and was given the Army com medal, the Bronze Star campaign medal, and the Good conduct medal. We thank Timmothy for his service and dedication to the army.
Vietnam War (1970-73)
Timothy Marcoulier was born on July 29, 1947 in Worthington Minnesota. In January 1970 he was commissioned into the Army during the Vietnam War and was given the rank of Lieutenant. While in army, he was stationed in Georgia, Colorado, Panama, and New Jersey. While in Panama he was sent to a Jungle school with all of the other officers. During Jungle School it rained so much that it rained so much that it got up to three feet. The rain was so bad that when Timmy;s buddy dropped his rifle, he could not find it again. Timothy finished his service in July of 1973 and was given the Army com medal, the Bronze Star campaign medal, and the Good conduct medal. We thank Timmothy for his service and dedication to the army.
Tony Cappellucci
Vietnam War (1958-1972)
Tony Cappellucci was born April 8th, 1950 in Malden Massachusetts. Tony enlisted into the Navy in 1958 and was given the rank of E-5. Tony was stationed onboard a ship during the Vietnam War. While serving in the Navy he patrolled the gulf. He also visited many places such as San Diego and Hong Kong. Tony finished his service in 1972. At the end of his service he was awarded the Bronze Campaign medal. We thank Tony for his service in the United States Army.
Vietnam War (1958-1972)
Tony Cappellucci was born April 8th, 1950 in Malden Massachusetts. Tony enlisted into the Navy in 1958 and was given the rank of E-5. Tony was stationed onboard a ship during the Vietnam War. While serving in the Navy he patrolled the gulf. He also visited many places such as San Diego and Hong Kong. Tony finished his service in 1972. At the end of his service he was awarded the Bronze Campaign medal. We thank Tony for his service in the United States Army.
Walter Booth
Vietnam War (served from Dec. 1965 to Feb 1986)
Walter Booth was born in Boston, Massachusetts on March 20, 1945. He was enlisted into the military and worked as a co-chief mechanic for the Air Force. Even though Walter did not necessarily fight in any battles, he served and worked in Guam, at the Ton Son air base in Vietnam, and in some cases, Taiwan. Throughout serving, Walter received some air force commendation medals, longevity medals, and the Vietnam campaign medal. Eventually, Walter returned back to Diego Garcia Island for the military again and got an ashtray with a picture of the island. We thank Walter for his over 20 years of service in the United States air force. We thank him for his service.
Vietnam War (served from Dec. 1965 to Feb 1986)
Walter Booth was born in Boston, Massachusetts on March 20, 1945. He was enlisted into the military and worked as a co-chief mechanic for the Air Force. Even though Walter did not necessarily fight in any battles, he served and worked in Guam, at the Ton Son air base in Vietnam, and in some cases, Taiwan. Throughout serving, Walter received some air force commendation medals, longevity medals, and the Vietnam campaign medal. Eventually, Walter returned back to Diego Garcia Island for the military again and got an ashtray with a picture of the island. We thank Walter for his over 20 years of service in the United States air force. We thank him for his service.
Robert N. Dunne jr
Iraqi freedom, Afghanistan, and more (Jan ‘97 - Present)
Robert was born on March 11, 1960 in Boston Ma. .Robert commissioned in January of ‘92 and he is still serving today. Robert is in the Navy and his rank of lieutenant commander. He served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Djibouti. He specifically served in operation Iraqi freedom, New dawn, and operation enduring freedom. He had gotten many awards such as The defense meritorious medal, Navy commendation medal, 3 joint achievement medals, 4 navy achievement medals, 2 coast guard achievement medals, 3 campaign achievements medals. He was mobilized after 9/11 to the Mediterranean for force protection for 1 year. Ina addition he was mobilized as an officer to Baghdad Iraqi freedom from 2010-2011. He as well was mobilized to Afghanistan 2014-2015 and in Djibouti. He is currently on active duty in Danvers Ma. We thank him for his service.
Iraqi freedom, Afghanistan, and more (Jan ‘97 - Present)
Robert was born on March 11, 1960 in Boston Ma. .Robert commissioned in January of ‘92 and he is still serving today. Robert is in the Navy and his rank of lieutenant commander. He served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Djibouti. He specifically served in operation Iraqi freedom, New dawn, and operation enduring freedom. He had gotten many awards such as The defense meritorious medal, Navy commendation medal, 3 joint achievement medals, 4 navy achievement medals, 2 coast guard achievement medals, 3 campaign achievements medals. He was mobilized after 9/11 to the Mediterranean for force protection for 1 year. Ina addition he was mobilized as an officer to Baghdad Iraqi freedom from 2010-2011. He as well was mobilized to Afghanistan 2014-2015 and in Djibouti. He is currently on active duty in Danvers Ma. We thank him for his service.
Constantino Vitiello
Vietnam (1968-1974)
Constantino Vitiello was born in Avellineo, Italy on February, 12, 1949. He served in the Air force as a Sargent. He was stationed in Pleiku, Bienhua, California, Texas, and New Hampshire. Constantino didn’t serve in any battles, and he won the good conduct award, bronze battle star, and others he can’t remember. He described the life there as “Lived our everyday life.” He drove all over Vietnam to deliver supplies to villages, and to help protect them. He did choose to go back for a second time as they would have put him somewhere in the US he didn’t want to be. The weather was bad rain, and monsoons would occur for months at a time. And the jungles conditions were horrible. They lowered the classifications for being drafted. This was right before the Tet offensive. This brought many troublemakers into the army. Many drug users were drafted and if tested positive you would be sent. to a prison called the long bin. And they would relapse when brought back to the US. After his second term he went to New Hampshire because it was closer to his home in Massachusetts. When he returned home many other veterans took off their uniforms as they were scared protesters would attack them. We thank him for service.
Vietnam (1968-1974)
Constantino Vitiello was born in Avellineo, Italy on February, 12, 1949. He served in the Air force as a Sargent. He was stationed in Pleiku, Bienhua, California, Texas, and New Hampshire. Constantino didn’t serve in any battles, and he won the good conduct award, bronze battle star, and others he can’t remember. He described the life there as “Lived our everyday life.” He drove all over Vietnam to deliver supplies to villages, and to help protect them. He did choose to go back for a second time as they would have put him somewhere in the US he didn’t want to be. The weather was bad rain, and monsoons would occur for months at a time. And the jungles conditions were horrible. They lowered the classifications for being drafted. This was right before the Tet offensive. This brought many troublemakers into the army. Many drug users were drafted and if tested positive you would be sent. to a prison called the long bin. And they would relapse when brought back to the US. After his second term he went to New Hampshire because it was closer to his home in Massachusetts. When he returned home many other veterans took off their uniforms as they were scared protesters would attack them. We thank him for service.
Alen Lehman
Korean War (Served from July of 1976 to October of 1986)
Alen Lehman was born in Stamford, Connecticut on September 19, 1950. Alen was living in Connecticut when he passed the bar and was able to go to Korea. To avoid being drafted, Alen commissioned into the Air force and eventually became a colonel, along with being assigned as a lawyer and judge advocate for the air force. He was a prosecutor and became an area defense counselor. When he first joined the air force, Alen was expected to be fairly familiar with tasks he had to complete, yet he had only been active for six days and was still learning. He had a friend stationed in Taiwan who had to deal about riots after the United States broke relations with Nationalist China. Alen also remembers meeting a four star general of the Tuskegee Airmen. Despite not seeing any combat, Alen served and worked at the Peterson air force Base in Colorado, Osan air base in Korea, Hanson Air force in Massachusetts, Gunter Air force in Alabama, and Wright Patterson Air force base in Ohio. Alen also met his wife when he was stationed in Ohio. Throughout his service, Alen received the Korean defense medal, Legion of Merit award, Defense Meritorious service medal, Air force meritorious medal, and National Defense medal. Furthermore, Alen recognizes his sponsor as being very helpful and they still keep in touch today and a friend he made in Colrado. We thank Alen for his years of service in the United States Air force.
Korean War (Served from July of 1976 to October of 1986)
Alen Lehman was born in Stamford, Connecticut on September 19, 1950. Alen was living in Connecticut when he passed the bar and was able to go to Korea. To avoid being drafted, Alen commissioned into the Air force and eventually became a colonel, along with being assigned as a lawyer and judge advocate for the air force. He was a prosecutor and became an area defense counselor. When he first joined the air force, Alen was expected to be fairly familiar with tasks he had to complete, yet he had only been active for six days and was still learning. He had a friend stationed in Taiwan who had to deal about riots after the United States broke relations with Nationalist China. Alen also remembers meeting a four star general of the Tuskegee Airmen. Despite not seeing any combat, Alen served and worked at the Peterson air force Base in Colorado, Osan air base in Korea, Hanson Air force in Massachusetts, Gunter Air force in Alabama, and Wright Patterson Air force base in Ohio. Alen also met his wife when he was stationed in Ohio. Throughout his service, Alen received the Korean defense medal, Legion of Merit award, Defense Meritorious service medal, Air force meritorious medal, and National Defense medal. Furthermore, Alen recognizes his sponsor as being very helpful and they still keep in touch today and a friend he made in Colrado. We thank Alen for his years of service in the United States Air force.
Paul Charest
Vietnam and Iraq (served from 1967 to 1971 and then again from 1976 to 2009)
Paul Charest was born on July 4th, 1949 in Lewiston Maine. He served in the Vietnam and Iraq war for a total of 38 dedicated years. He was in the United States Marine Corps, the U.S. Army, and was an E7 Sergeant first class. Charest enlisted when he was still in high school, along with some of his buddies. He was located in North Carolina, South Carolina, California, Vietnam, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. He was an radio-field operator and received the Vietnam service award and Vietnam cross of gallantry. The day his serviced ended Paul recalled going camping with his family and meeting his wife on that same trip while taking the snow off his car. After the war, Charest graduated with an associates degree in business and worked as a prison guard and other part time jobs. We thank Paul Charest for his service.
Vietnam and Iraq (served from 1967 to 1971 and then again from 1976 to 2009)
Paul Charest was born on July 4th, 1949 in Lewiston Maine. He served in the Vietnam and Iraq war for a total of 38 dedicated years. He was in the United States Marine Corps, the U.S. Army, and was an E7 Sergeant first class. Charest enlisted when he was still in high school, along with some of his buddies. He was located in North Carolina, South Carolina, California, Vietnam, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. He was an radio-field operator and received the Vietnam service award and Vietnam cross of gallantry. The day his serviced ended Paul recalled going camping with his family and meeting his wife on that same trip while taking the snow off his car. After the war, Charest graduated with an associates degree in business and worked as a prison guard and other part time jobs. We thank Paul Charest for his service.
James Ventrescl
Vietnam War (served from June 69 to June 70)
James Ventrescel was born on April 21st, 1945 in Boston Massachusetts. He served in Vietnam and Cambodia from June of 1969 to June of 1970. He enlisted himself into the United States Army and reached the military rank of a Specialist S. He fought in the Vietnam War and the Cambodia Invasion in 1970. Through his service, Mr, Ventrescl received the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, and good conduct medal. We thank Mr. Ventrescl for his service in the United States military.
Vietnam War (served from June 69 to June 70)
James Ventrescel was born on April 21st, 1945 in Boston Massachusetts. He served in Vietnam and Cambodia from June of 1969 to June of 1970. He enlisted himself into the United States Army and reached the military rank of a Specialist S. He fought in the Vietnam War and the Cambodia Invasion in 1970. Through his service, Mr, Ventrescl received the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, and good conduct medal. We thank Mr. Ventrescl for his service in the United States military.
Blair Schetrompf
World War II, Korea, and Vietnam
Blair Schetrompf was born in Maryland on August 16th 1924. Blair quit high school as a sophomore and volunteered for the military. He enlisted in the Navy from February 1944 to February 1966. Blair wanted to be in the Navy because he did not want to sleep in the woods. He was never in a battle, but was in ships and he did serve in cape Ann, Norway, Sweden, France. Italy, Germany, Ireland, Spain, Portugal,and Greece. Blair has received awards for his service but he doesn’t remember them. Blair ended his service in February 1946. Where he went to boot ca in New York snow was heavy and often. He was dropped off in Washington (state) He had to hitchhike home and it took him 2 weeks. When he arrived he retired and moved to Peabody. We thank him for his service.
World War II, Korea, and Vietnam
Blair Schetrompf was born in Maryland on August 16th 1924. Blair quit high school as a sophomore and volunteered for the military. He enlisted in the Navy from February 1944 to February 1966. Blair wanted to be in the Navy because he did not want to sleep in the woods. He was never in a battle, but was in ships and he did serve in cape Ann, Norway, Sweden, France. Italy, Germany, Ireland, Spain, Portugal,and Greece. Blair has received awards for his service but he doesn’t remember them. Blair ended his service in February 1946. Where he went to boot ca in New York snow was heavy and often. He was dropped off in Washington (state) He had to hitchhike home and it took him 2 weeks. When he arrived he retired and moved to Peabody. We thank him for his service.
George Bishop
Vietnam (1969-1970)
George Bishop was born in Dorchester, Massachusetts.He joined the army and served in ‘69-’70. George was in the Marines and served in the Da nang area at 18 years of age . He joined the marines and went to South Carolina for boot camp, and North Carolina for infantry training. He then retired, and moved to Peabody. in ‘79 .He started a family. We thank him for his service.
Vietnam (1969-1970)
George Bishop was born in Dorchester, Massachusetts.He joined the army and served in ‘69-’70. George was in the Marines and served in the Da nang area at 18 years of age . He joined the marines and went to South Carolina for boot camp, and North Carolina for infantry training. He then retired, and moved to Peabody. in ‘79 .He started a family. We thank him for his service.
.Joe De Stasio
Vietnam (1963-1966)
Joe was born in Cambridge in 1943. He enlisted in the army from 1963-1966 during the Vietnam War. JFK famous inaugural speech helped to convince him to join the army. Joe was stationed in Fort Dicks, New Jersey and Germany. but he didn’t serve in any battles. During service he would communicate with his family through telephone and letters .He was awarded in Good conduct during his service. In high school he played the trumpet and participated in sporting events, but stopped once he got out of high school. We thank him for his service.
Vietnam (1963-1966)
Joe was born in Cambridge in 1943. He enlisted in the army from 1963-1966 during the Vietnam War. JFK famous inaugural speech helped to convince him to join the army. Joe was stationed in Fort Dicks, New Jersey and Germany. but he didn’t serve in any battles. During service he would communicate with his family through telephone and letters .He was awarded in Good conduct during his service. In high school he played the trumpet and participated in sporting events, but stopped once he got out of high school. We thank him for his service.
Kevin Goggin
Vietnam War (1973-1975)
Kevin Goggin was born in Salem, Massachusetts in 1955. When he was nine he worked in construction and later went to Franklin institute electrical industries. He enlisted into the Air Force in 1973 at age 18 and stayed in the Air Force until 1975. While in Vietnam, he served in the Tet Offensive. Kevin said that Vietnam was hot and muggy. During one of his trips one of his engines fell off, so he had to dump some of his supplies. In addition he lost some of hearing in Japan and Taiwan. By the time he left the Air Force, he had reached the rank of E4 and was awarded the Service award. He is quoted saying that his time in the military was a learning experience for him. Kevin eventually moved to Salem Without men like Kevin Goggin, our nation would not be the same nation it is today.
Vietnam War (1973-1975)
Kevin Goggin was born in Salem, Massachusetts in 1955. When he was nine he worked in construction and later went to Franklin institute electrical industries. He enlisted into the Air Force in 1973 at age 18 and stayed in the Air Force until 1975. While in Vietnam, he served in the Tet Offensive. Kevin said that Vietnam was hot and muggy. During one of his trips one of his engines fell off, so he had to dump some of his supplies. In addition he lost some of hearing in Japan and Taiwan. By the time he left the Air Force, he had reached the rank of E4 and was awarded the Service award. He is quoted saying that his time in the military was a learning experience for him. Kevin eventually moved to Salem Without men like Kevin Goggin, our nation would not be the same nation it is today.
Joe Scurio
Operation Southern Watch (served June 1989 to June 2009)
Joe Scurio was born in Somerville, Massachusetts on January 26, 1971. He ended up serving from June of 1989 to June of 2009. At the age of 18, Joe enlisted into the National Guard and then went through air force law enforcement. Throughout his time serving, Joe went to many places like Louisiana for a hurricane, Otis Air National Guard Base, Cape Cod Saudi Arabia and Iraq to build up military forces. To communicate with his family, Joe emailed them from time to time. Joe ended up going through six weeks of boot camp and had to spend a lot of time away from his family, which was especially hard with very young daughters. He was going to go to Korea, however a typhoon hit and he had ended up going to Hawaii for three weeks instead. As Joe made his way through serving, he received two air force commendation medals and reached the master sergeant military rank. We thank Joe Scurio for his service in the United States military.
Operation Southern Watch (served June 1989 to June 2009)
Joe Scurio was born in Somerville, Massachusetts on January 26, 1971. He ended up serving from June of 1989 to June of 2009. At the age of 18, Joe enlisted into the National Guard and then went through air force law enforcement. Throughout his time serving, Joe went to many places like Louisiana for a hurricane, Otis Air National Guard Base, Cape Cod Saudi Arabia and Iraq to build up military forces. To communicate with his family, Joe emailed them from time to time. Joe ended up going through six weeks of boot camp and had to spend a lot of time away from his family, which was especially hard with very young daughters. He was going to go to Korea, however a typhoon hit and he had ended up going to Hawaii for three weeks instead. As Joe made his way through serving, he received two air force commendation medals and reached the master sergeant military rank. We thank Joe Scurio for his service in the United States military.
Paul Ricci
Vietnam
Paul Ricci served in the Vietnam War for a year a half, up until the end of the war. He enlisted in Army, and served in the infantry where he worked and trained with guns. Ricci never fought in battle because of a stomach infection he acquired that left him disabled. Before the war, Ricci played football and recalls himself as a “wise guy” in highschool. We thank Paul Ricci for his service in Vietnam.
Vietnam
Paul Ricci served in the Vietnam War for a year a half, up until the end of the war. He enlisted in Army, and served in the infantry where he worked and trained with guns. Ricci never fought in battle because of a stomach infection he acquired that left him disabled. Before the war, Ricci played football and recalls himself as a “wise guy” in highschool. We thank Paul Ricci for his service in Vietnam.
Louis Cersosimo
Korean War (1951-1954)
Louis was born December 10, 1929 in Medford Massachusetts .In 1951 he enlisted to the Marines where he rose to the rank of Sargent and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal and Korean Service Medal after fighting on the front lines for 14 months. After his service Louis had become a City Councilor for 26 years. We thank Louis for his service in Korea and his work as a City Councilor.
Korean War (1951-1954)
Louis was born December 10, 1929 in Medford Massachusetts .In 1951 he enlisted to the Marines where he rose to the rank of Sargent and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal and Korean Service Medal after fighting on the front lines for 14 months. After his service Louis had become a City Councilor for 26 years. We thank Louis for his service in Korea and his work as a City Councilor.
O’Mally
Korean War
O’Mally was born in Milton, Massachusetts in 1932. He was drafted into the Army during the Korean War. During his service, he travelled around the world. His military rank was Corporal. O’Mally got married in Middletown, Connecticut. We thank O’Mally greatly for his service.
Jerry Waldron
Vietnam War (1968-1970)
Jerry was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam War and served from 1968-1970 in Magoon, Glaten. but didn’t fight in any major battles. During his service he rose to the rank Specialist 4th class and was awarded the Vietnam Service letter after his service he had retired to Lynn Massachusetts and we thank him for his service in Vietnam.
Vietnam War (1968-1970)
Jerry was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam War and served from 1968-1970 in Magoon, Glaten. but didn’t fight in any major battles. During his service he rose to the rank Specialist 4th class and was awarded the Vietnam Service letter after his service he had retired to Lynn Massachusetts and we thank him for his service in Vietnam.
Edward Gustat
Vietnam War (1964-1970)
Mr Edward Gustat was born on October 20th 1942 in Everett Massachusetts. He enlisted into the army in 1964 during the early days of the Vietnam war. He served in Georgia from 1964 to 1970. While in Georgia he started off as a pole lineman, where he climbed telephone poles, transferred to the radio section and then to switchboard operator. He wasn't allowed to wear his own clothes while in the military and was given a lot of shorts when he joined. He pulled a prank where he put whipped cream on higher people's steak because he got worse food than them. He would often send letters home because he only went home once while in Georgia. They were usually low on supplies, but there was nothing that caused him major stress and he was lucky for his service. He had to go to the hospital once because he got hit in the eye with barbed wire, but no serious damage was done. He went to school for many hours an learned more about electronics during his time in the military. They went to movies, bars, or smoked cigarettes for most of their entertainment. He was a Staff Sergeant when his service ended and he is married with 2 kids, a son and a daughter. We thank him for his service.
Vietnam War (1964-1970)
Mr Edward Gustat was born on October 20th 1942 in Everett Massachusetts. He enlisted into the army in 1964 during the early days of the Vietnam war. He served in Georgia from 1964 to 1970. While in Georgia he started off as a pole lineman, where he climbed telephone poles, transferred to the radio section and then to switchboard operator. He wasn't allowed to wear his own clothes while in the military and was given a lot of shorts when he joined. He pulled a prank where he put whipped cream on higher people's steak because he got worse food than them. He would often send letters home because he only went home once while in Georgia. They were usually low on supplies, but there was nothing that caused him major stress and he was lucky for his service. He had to go to the hospital once because he got hit in the eye with barbed wire, but no serious damage was done. He went to school for many hours an learned more about electronics during his time in the military. They went to movies, bars, or smoked cigarettes for most of their entertainment. He was a Staff Sergeant when his service ended and he is married with 2 kids, a son and a daughter. We thank him for his service.
Phillip A.Fournier
Vietnam War (1960-1964)
Philip A. Fournier was born on October 20, 1943 in JB Thomas Hospital. Mr. Fournier enlisted in the Vietnam War from 1960 to 1964. Before, he lived in California. This is where he was enlisted. He joined because he wanted to mature . His first day he flew from Boston to Texas to attend a boot camp. Naturally, he felt afraid. He wrote letters to stay in touch with his family .He served in the US Air Force. After serving the Air Force he served in the Navy from 1965 -1967. Overall, he traveled the Philippines, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Australia. After his service, he said good bye to his shipmates and worked in the chemical industry after service. Fournier goes to military reunions to keep in touch. We thank him for his service.
Robert Sousa
Vietnam and Gulf War (1973-2013)
Robert Sousa was born in Salem, Massachusetts in September, 10, 1951. He lived in Peabody for 20 years and in Salem for 47 years. Robert enlisted into the Vietnam and Gulf War through January, 22nd 1973 to October 1st, 2013. The branch he served in was the Air Force with a rank of Colonel. He as well was in charge of the Air Force clinic. Robert served in Georgetown. For 40 years he stood strong and served this country. He enjoyed the Air force and stated that they had good food and was well supplied. But, in 2011-2012 the budget dropped and he had loans to pay. He also traveled to Guinea for the humanitarian mission. His job was crowd control. He also joined the Portuguese - America war Veterans. After his years of service he moved to live in Salem with awards of Legion of Merit, three outstanding medical, and a Brigadier general wager. Mr. Sousa had taught Mr. Buckley as a Freshmen. We thank him for his service.
Vietnam and Gulf War (1973-2013)
Robert Sousa was born in Salem, Massachusetts in September, 10, 1951. He lived in Peabody for 20 years and in Salem for 47 years. Robert enlisted into the Vietnam and Gulf War through January, 22nd 1973 to October 1st, 2013. The branch he served in was the Air Force with a rank of Colonel. He as well was in charge of the Air Force clinic. Robert served in Georgetown. For 40 years he stood strong and served this country. He enjoyed the Air force and stated that they had good food and was well supplied. But, in 2011-2012 the budget dropped and he had loans to pay. He also traveled to Guinea for the humanitarian mission. His job was crowd control. He also joined the Portuguese - America war Veterans. After his years of service he moved to live in Salem with awards of Legion of Merit, three outstanding medical, and a Brigadier general wager. Mr. Sousa had taught Mr. Buckley as a Freshmen. We thank him for his service.
Jack Ward
Vietnam (1969-1971)
Jack Ward was born November 26th, 1947 in Beverly, Massachusetts. He served in the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1971. His branch of service was in the army, armored cavalry 6th, and his military rank was a Sargent. During his camp he had to go through advanced infantry training. The locations of where he served was Alabama, Georgia, and D.C., and Fort Meade. he was also given a good conduct award. They said that A-L went to Vietnam, and M-2 to Germany. In addition they said they had too many people and they were sent to the capital. He was sent to protect the capital. People who came back from Vietnam wanted to go back because they “wanted to do their job!” He went to college in Canada, St Francis Xavier University. We thank him for his service.
Vietnam (1969-1971)
Jack Ward was born November 26th, 1947 in Beverly, Massachusetts. He served in the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1971. His branch of service was in the army, armored cavalry 6th, and his military rank was a Sargent. During his camp he had to go through advanced infantry training. The locations of where he served was Alabama, Georgia, and D.C., and Fort Meade. he was also given a good conduct award. They said that A-L went to Vietnam, and M-2 to Germany. In addition they said they had too many people and they were sent to the capital. He was sent to protect the capital. People who came back from Vietnam wanted to go back because they “wanted to do their job!” He went to college in Canada, St Francis Xavier University. We thank him for his service.
Chester W. Chmiel
Vietnam War
Mr. Chester Chmiel was born on April 5, 1944 in Peabody, Massachusetts and he lived in Peabody for his whole life. In 1964, Mr.Chmiel enlisted in the Navy and served in the Vietnam War. He served in naval bases in Naples and around the Mediterranean as well as in Maryland. He met Josephine, his wife of nearly 50 years, while he was in the Navy and they lived in Peabody on Tremont St for the duration of their marriage. In his years after the service, he traveled to many places in the world such as Germany, France, Greece, and Spain. He has one daughter named Linda DiCologero as well as two granddaughters named Jessica and Emily. He and his wife enjoyed tending to their gardens around their house which included various flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Mr. Chmiel sadly passed away unexpectedly on November 28, 2018. We thank him for his service.
Mary Rut
Vietnam Era (1963-1969)
Mary Rut served in the Vietnam eral, during the years of 1963 to 1969. She enlisted in the Navy and was of Senior Rank. She was located in Rhode Island. Before she enlisted she had many jobs. Some of her jobs included working in security, sending letters, and registering cars. She had no family, so it was just her living on her own. She decided to enlist into the Navy, at 18 years old, because she lived near the water and she thought it would be a nice area. There were not many battles around her, everything was mostly peaceful. She usually helped out with the men and watched movies, and danced. After she left, she found the guy she met while serving in the Navy. They got married, and she continued on with her life as it was after she came home. We thank her for her service.
Vietnam Era (1963-1969)
Mary Rut served in the Vietnam eral, during the years of 1963 to 1969. She enlisted in the Navy and was of Senior Rank. She was located in Rhode Island. Before she enlisted she had many jobs. Some of her jobs included working in security, sending letters, and registering cars. She had no family, so it was just her living on her own. She decided to enlist into the Navy, at 18 years old, because she lived near the water and she thought it would be a nice area. There were not many battles around her, everything was mostly peaceful. She usually helped out with the men and watched movies, and danced. After she left, she found the guy she met while serving in the Navy. They got married, and she continued on with her life as it was after she came home. We thank her for her service.
Gary Locke
Desert Storm (1983-1999)
Gary Locke was born in Boston, MA on January 1,1965. He enlisted in the US Army and National Guard in 1983 and served as a sergeant during Desert Storm until 1999. He was located throughout the U.S., Germany and Korea over the course of his service. He was an armorer for an armor unit and part of the 77th Armored, 5th Infantry Division, infantryman for the 101st Infantry Battalion, 26th Infantry Division and he was Public Affairs Supervisor of the 65th Public Affairs Detachment. He was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, army Achievement Medal, National Defense Medal, Massachusetts Medal of Merit, and the Massachusetts Desert Storm Medal. He greatly enjoyed his service in the military because he met so many great people and was able to travel the world. He was able to work with the Governor’s office, White House Congress and Presidential visits. We greatly thank him for his service.
Desert Storm (1983-1999)
Gary Locke was born in Boston, MA on January 1,1965. He enlisted in the US Army and National Guard in 1983 and served as a sergeant during Desert Storm until 1999. He was located throughout the U.S., Germany and Korea over the course of his service. He was an armorer for an armor unit and part of the 77th Armored, 5th Infantry Division, infantryman for the 101st Infantry Battalion, 26th Infantry Division and he was Public Affairs Supervisor of the 65th Public Affairs Detachment. He was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, army Achievement Medal, National Defense Medal, Massachusetts Medal of Merit, and the Massachusetts Desert Storm Medal. He greatly enjoyed his service in the military because he met so many great people and was able to travel the world. He was able to work with the Governor’s office, White House Congress and Presidential visits. We greatly thank him for his service.
Daniel Kneeland
Korean War (1954-1958)
Daniel was born on March 30th, 1935. in Rowley ,Ma. Daniel enlisted into the Air Force in 1954, January so he wouldn’t be drafted. He remembers being scared about joining and says that many people cried during basic training. Daniel served in Sampson Air Force Space, Anchorage Alaska, St. Lawrence Alaska. He was sent down to Mississippi for radio school where he was the top of his class. He was then he went to Alaska where he became a crypto-operator. Daniel thought the food was good. He said the toughest part of being there was dealing with the weather, he recalls that they had a -60-degree storm that kept them locked in the barracks because it was covered in snow. He used a machine that sent gathered information to the Pentagon. He did keep in touch with his family by letter. He had a brother who served in WWII his father served in WWI his great-grandfather served in the Civil War for the Union, he had a nephew who flew a rescue helicopter in Vietnam War, two brothers were drafted into the army, his Great Grandfather survived the Andersonville Prison Camp and says nine generations back he was hung during the Salem Witch Trials. After his service, he went to Boston University to become a broker. By the end of his service he was awarded the Combat medal, good conduct medal, and was given the rank of Staff Sargent. We thank him for service.
Korean War (1954-1958)
Daniel was born on March 30th, 1935. in Rowley ,Ma. Daniel enlisted into the Air Force in 1954, January so he wouldn’t be drafted. He remembers being scared about joining and says that many people cried during basic training. Daniel served in Sampson Air Force Space, Anchorage Alaska, St. Lawrence Alaska. He was sent down to Mississippi for radio school where he was the top of his class. He was then he went to Alaska where he became a crypto-operator. Daniel thought the food was good. He said the toughest part of being there was dealing with the weather, he recalls that they had a -60-degree storm that kept them locked in the barracks because it was covered in snow. He used a machine that sent gathered information to the Pentagon. He did keep in touch with his family by letter. He had a brother who served in WWII his father served in WWI his great-grandfather served in the Civil War for the Union, he had a nephew who flew a rescue helicopter in Vietnam War, two brothers were drafted into the army, his Great Grandfather survived the Andersonville Prison Camp and says nine generations back he was hung during the Salem Witch Trials. After his service, he went to Boston University to become a broker. By the end of his service he was awarded the Combat medal, good conduct medal, and was given the rank of Staff Sargent. We thank him for service.
Jack Elligange
Active Reserve (1961-1964)
Jack enlisted into the Air Force Active Reserve from 1961-1964 and held the rank of First Class He enlisted because money was tight. Jack was sent up to Labrador, New York where he got the Good Conduct Medal and stayed in touch with many of the friends he made, and he enjoyed the Labrador scenery. He also played football. We greatly thank him for his service.
Active Reserve (1961-1964)
Jack enlisted into the Air Force Active Reserve from 1961-1964 and held the rank of First Class He enlisted because money was tight. Jack was sent up to Labrador, New York where he got the Good Conduct Medal and stayed in touch with many of the friends he made, and he enjoyed the Labrador scenery. He also played football. We greatly thank him for his service.
Melvin Babner
Korean War
Melvin (Mel) Babner was born on December 21, 1929 in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Babner was drafted into the Army and served in the Korean War. Mel was stationed in New Jersey, Texas ,and Korea. On his first day of service, Babner recalls being frightened because this was the first time he was going to be away from his family. The training was easy for Babner because in school he played sports and was in good physical condition. Babner worked in the soil lab. The most interesting part of the experience for Babner was seeing servicemen from other countries and realizing they were not as different from him as he thought. While Babner was in service he would write letters to his father everyday. For entertainment he traveled and saw cultural landmarks. After his service ended, Babner attended Northeastern and began work. In the years following, he decided to join a veterans organization. The inspiration for joining a veterans organization came from his grandson, Ben Kemp. He enjoyed watching him march in parades with his Boy Scout troop and wanted to experience the same sense of community. Melvin Babner was rewarded with the South Korean Peace Medal and is currently living in Peabody, Massachusetts. We thank him for his service.
Korean War
Melvin (Mel) Babner was born on December 21, 1929 in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Babner was drafted into the Army and served in the Korean War. Mel was stationed in New Jersey, Texas ,and Korea. On his first day of service, Babner recalls being frightened because this was the first time he was going to be away from his family. The training was easy for Babner because in school he played sports and was in good physical condition. Babner worked in the soil lab. The most interesting part of the experience for Babner was seeing servicemen from other countries and realizing they were not as different from him as he thought. While Babner was in service he would write letters to his father everyday. For entertainment he traveled and saw cultural landmarks. After his service ended, Babner attended Northeastern and began work. In the years following, he decided to join a veterans organization. The inspiration for joining a veterans organization came from his grandson, Ben Kemp. He enjoyed watching him march in parades with his Boy Scout troop and wanted to experience the same sense of community. Melvin Babner was rewarded with the South Korean Peace Medal and is currently living in Peabody, Massachusetts. We thank him for his service.
John Foster
Korean War (1949-1952)
John Foster was born on July 14, 1931 in Beverly, Massachusetts. Foster enlisted in the United States Air Force and was ranked Airman First Class. The reason why Foster joined the Air Force was because it provided more education when his services came to an end and that was very important to him. He served from July 7, 1949 to December 23, 1952 which included the Korean War. His locations of service include Texas, Mississippi, and Johnston Island. Foster served as a radio operator and recalls that training was difficult. To keep occupied on his down time Foster liked to join intramural sports teams, write letters, and explore Hawaii. Foster wishes to return back to Hawaii because of how beautiful the island was. After his services ended, Foster worked in an assembly line, attended college, and got a job as a civil engineer. By the end of his service he was awarded the Good Conduct medal. Foster always kept the letters he got from his friends and family. Foster now lives in Peabody, Massachusetts and enjoys spending time with his friends and family. We thank him for his service.
Korean War (1949-1952)
John Foster was born on July 14, 1931 in Beverly, Massachusetts. Foster enlisted in the United States Air Force and was ranked Airman First Class. The reason why Foster joined the Air Force was because it provided more education when his services came to an end and that was very important to him. He served from July 7, 1949 to December 23, 1952 which included the Korean War. His locations of service include Texas, Mississippi, and Johnston Island. Foster served as a radio operator and recalls that training was difficult. To keep occupied on his down time Foster liked to join intramural sports teams, write letters, and explore Hawaii. Foster wishes to return back to Hawaii because of how beautiful the island was. After his services ended, Foster worked in an assembly line, attended college, and got a job as a civil engineer. By the end of his service he was awarded the Good Conduct medal. Foster always kept the letters he got from his friends and family. Foster now lives in Peabody, Massachusetts and enjoys spending time with his friends and family. We thank him for his service.
Lydia Todd
Medical Veterinary assistance (April 1981-December 2002)
Mrs. Lydia Todd was born in 1962 in Newton, Massachusetts. She enlisted into the Medical Veterinary Assistance branch from April 1981 to December 2002, serving 22 years and was a captain. She served in Massachusetts, Azores, and in Central America and won the Healthcare Administrator of the year award. Lydia went to Honduras to treat animals such as dogs and chickens. She met her husband Robert Todd in the Air Force. After the 22 years of service Lydia retired so she may focus more on her family which consisted of 5 children. We thank him for his service.
Medical Veterinary assistance (April 1981-December 2002)
Mrs. Lydia Todd was born in 1962 in Newton, Massachusetts. She enlisted into the Medical Veterinary Assistance branch from April 1981 to December 2002, serving 22 years and was a captain. She served in Massachusetts, Azores, and in Central America and won the Healthcare Administrator of the year award. Lydia went to Honduras to treat animals such as dogs and chickens. She met her husband Robert Todd in the Air Force. After the 22 years of service Lydia retired so she may focus more on her family which consisted of 5 children. We thank him for his service.
Donna JanSky
Desert Shield and Desert Storm (1975-1999)
Mrs. Donna Jansky was born in Salem, Massachusetts 1954. She enlisted into the Navy and served in Desert Shield and Desert Storm from 1975 to 1999 with the rank of E-7 . Donna served in Hawaii, Oklahoma, California, Massachusetts, and Maine. She won the Nobel awards. Her time of service was peaceful. She was a plane mechanic during her time in the Navy. We greatly thank her dedication and service.
Desert Shield and Desert Storm (1975-1999)
Mrs. Donna Jansky was born in Salem, Massachusetts 1954. She enlisted into the Navy and served in Desert Shield and Desert Storm from 1975 to 1999 with the rank of E-7 . Donna served in Hawaii, Oklahoma, California, Massachusetts, and Maine. She won the Nobel awards. Her time of service was peaceful. She was a plane mechanic during her time in the Navy. We greatly thank her dedication and service.
Sharon Fonseca
supported Desert Storm (1992-1995)
Mrs. Sharon Fonseca was born on October 13th, 1964 in Lynn Massachusetts. In January of 1992 Mrs. Fonseca was commissioned to the Air force and served untilh December 1995. When Mrs. Fonseca joined the military she was living in apartment then she stayed in Mississippi where she served 4 years in civil service. She was a nurse and supported Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield. She never saw any action and was stationed on Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi Mississippi. She was awarded the Air Force achievement medal. Sharon Fonseca says they hardest part of joining the military was taking orders. Mrs. Fonseca also says that she wanted to go to Cuba and Iraq. Mrs. Fonseca helped out babies and she remembers that one of them had a big head due to brain injuries. After Mrs. Fonseca served she worked as a nurse. We thank her for her service.
supported Desert Storm (1992-1995)
Mrs. Sharon Fonseca was born on October 13th, 1964 in Lynn Massachusetts. In January of 1992 Mrs. Fonseca was commissioned to the Air force and served untilh December 1995. When Mrs. Fonseca joined the military she was living in apartment then she stayed in Mississippi where she served 4 years in civil service. She was a nurse and supported Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield. She never saw any action and was stationed on Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi Mississippi. She was awarded the Air Force achievement medal. Sharon Fonseca says they hardest part of joining the military was taking orders. Mrs. Fonseca also says that she wanted to go to Cuba and Iraq. Mrs. Fonseca helped out babies and she remembers that one of them had a big head due to brain injuries. After Mrs. Fonseca served she worked as a nurse. We thank her for her service.
John Sansquist
Vietnam War (1965-1967)
John Sandquist was born in April 8th, 1949 in East Boston. John was commissioned into the Navy during Vietnam War. John was only eighteen when he served. He served from 1965-1967. His family was very happy that he was commissioned into the Navy. When returning home he found a job a substitute teacher. We greatly thank him for his service.
Vietnam War (1965-1967)
John Sandquist was born in April 8th, 1949 in East Boston. John was commissioned into the Navy during Vietnam War. John was only eighteen when he served. He served from 1965-1967. His family was very happy that he was commissioned into the Navy. When returning home he found a job a substitute teacher. We greatly thank him for his service.
June Coombs
Korean War
June Coombs was born on February 2nd, 1933 in Lynn, Massachusetts. After only a weeks after marrying her husband, her husband was drafted into the Korean War. Her husband was a machine gunner. Even though her husband did not come home in a long time, she knew he would eventually make it home. However they did send mail to each other to keep in contact. When arriving home she and her husband had lots of fun playing with their kids. June's husband was almost awarded a medal from the Korean President, but he could not accept it. However they eventually did give it to him. We greatly thank June for telling us the story of bravery and dedication. We thank him for his service.
Korean War
June Coombs was born on February 2nd, 1933 in Lynn, Massachusetts. After only a weeks after marrying her husband, her husband was drafted into the Korean War. Her husband was a machine gunner. Even though her husband did not come home in a long time, she knew he would eventually make it home. However they did send mail to each other to keep in contact. When arriving home she and her husband had lots of fun playing with their kids. June's husband was almost awarded a medal from the Korean President, but he could not accept it. However they eventually did give it to him. We greatly thank June for telling us the story of bravery and dedication. We thank him for his service.
Name: Henry Connelly
Place of Birth: Boston, MA
Date of Birth: May 5th, 1948
War Served in Vietnam
Service Dates: April 1967 to April 1970
Branch of Service: U.S. Marine Corps
Military Rank: Corporal
Status at the Time: Enlisted
Location / Terms of Service: 13 Months in Vietnam
Battles Served In: Various in Vietnam
Awards: Purple Hearts
Veteran Henry Connelly studied political science at UMASS Boston. He expressed that during those years many of his peers and others his age were very against the Vietnam War efforts, because of the supposed “selfishness” of it all. When Mr. Connelly witnessed all this controversy he decided to enlist due to his want to discover the truth about the war first hand, rather than from what the radios and newspapers were saying. Veteran Connelly’s operation objectives were to occupy, search and destroy and if given the chance by the American people “[they] could’ve won the war but didn’t”. Soldiers attempted to stick together in a type of “buddy system” and Henry was actually paired with his cousin, however, his cousin eventually passed due to certain wounds he couldn’t recover from.
Place of Birth: Boston, MA
Date of Birth: May 5th, 1948
War Served in Vietnam
Service Dates: April 1967 to April 1970
Branch of Service: U.S. Marine Corps
Military Rank: Corporal
Status at the Time: Enlisted
Location / Terms of Service: 13 Months in Vietnam
Battles Served In: Various in Vietnam
Awards: Purple Hearts
Veteran Henry Connelly studied political science at UMASS Boston. He expressed that during those years many of his peers and others his age were very against the Vietnam War efforts, because of the supposed “selfishness” of it all. When Mr. Connelly witnessed all this controversy he decided to enlist due to his want to discover the truth about the war first hand, rather than from what the radios and newspapers were saying. Veteran Connelly’s operation objectives were to occupy, search and destroy and if given the chance by the American people “[they] could’ve won the war but didn’t”. Soldiers attempted to stick together in a type of “buddy system” and Henry was actually paired with his cousin, however, his cousin eventually passed due to certain wounds he couldn’t recover from.
Richard Coombs
Korean War (1951-1953)
Richard was born on March 23, 1929 in Lynn, Massachusetts. He was drafted into the army infantry as a private class Machine Gunner during the Korean war. Before being drafted he went to school at Ford High School. He trained in Alabama and went to Korea in 1952. He was in a Platoon that had friendly Korean troops. The interceptor in the platoon was a North Korean spy., that led them into a trap. While serving he had found out his wife was pregnant and he wrote many letters to her. During his service he saw many beautiful sights such as the Korean National Parks. He had gained at least one medal for his service that has barbed wire from the DMZ. We greatly thank Richard for his service.
Korean War (1951-1953)
Richard was born on March 23, 1929 in Lynn, Massachusetts. He was drafted into the army infantry as a private class Machine Gunner during the Korean war. Before being drafted he went to school at Ford High School. He trained in Alabama and went to Korea in 1952. He was in a Platoon that had friendly Korean troops. The interceptor in the platoon was a North Korean spy., that led them into a trap. While serving he had found out his wife was pregnant and he wrote many letters to her. During his service he saw many beautiful sights such as the Korean National Parks. He had gained at least one medal for his service that has barbed wire from the DMZ. We greatly thank Richard for his service.
Tonya M.Lopes
USMC (2011-2015)
Tanya Lopes was born in Peabody, Massachusetts. Tanya served in the Marine Corps from 2011-2015. Tanya served in North Carolina, France, and Spain. While in Spain he did marathon. While in service he made lots of friends, he is still friends with today. Tanya went to North Shore and came from army family.
USMC (2011-2015)
Tanya Lopes was born in Peabody, Massachusetts. Tanya served in the Marine Corps from 2011-2015. Tanya served in North Carolina, France, and Spain. While in Spain he did marathon. While in service he made lots of friends, he is still friends with today. Tanya went to North Shore and came from army family.
Robert Theriaout
Air Force (1955-1959)
Robert Theriaut was born on February 22nd, 1937 in Beverly, Ma. Robert served from 1955-1959 in the United States Air Force. While in the Air force, he was given the rank of Park Sergeant First Class. Robert served in in Albany, NY and Texas. He arrived in these places during the night. Robert always kept in touch with his family. During his service he was awarded the Marksman accommodation. Robert ended his service in 1959. He came home to his six children. After his service Robert went to Peabody and got a job. He worked for GE and worked for the police. In addition Robert went to college with the support of the military. Eventually he retired though. Robert enjoys travelling and he still has good connections with people in his service. Robert believes that everyone should be able to experience the military because it teaches discipline. We greatly thank Robert for his service.
Air Force (1955-1959)
Robert Theriaut was born on February 22nd, 1937 in Beverly, Ma. Robert served from 1955-1959 in the United States Air Force. While in the Air force, he was given the rank of Park Sergeant First Class. Robert served in in Albany, NY and Texas. He arrived in these places during the night. Robert always kept in touch with his family. During his service he was awarded the Marksman accommodation. Robert ended his service in 1959. He came home to his six children. After his service Robert went to Peabody and got a job. He worked for GE and worked for the police. In addition Robert went to college with the support of the military. Eventually he retired though. Robert enjoys travelling and he still has good connections with people in his service. Robert believes that everyone should be able to experience the military because it teaches discipline. We greatly thank Robert for his service.
Jospeh A, Mendonco
Vietnam War ( April 1957-April 1963)
Joseph A Mendonco was born on April 9th, 1940 in Azores, Portugal. In April of 1957, he enlisted into the Marine Corps in Peabody, Massachusetts. He enlisted because he wanted to learn the basic concept of life. Joseph did not feel alone when he enlisted, because he had a friend who enlisted as well. While in the Marine Corps he was given the rank as Corporal E.III. When Joseph was in service he was stationed in Okinawa, Singapore, National China, the Paris islands, and the Philippines. On his first day he was vaccinated and then was shipped off to Parris Island. After that they had to get their hair shaved off as well. When he was stationed in boot camp he learned a lot about life and how to navigate around the Earth. In addition, Joseph was taught how to live off the land. Joseph always stayed in contact with his family. He recalls many funny moments like having humorous fights with other people. However he did not see any combat though. Joseph always respected his officers in and out of the service. Joseph was awarded the service medal and the Non-commissioned officer award. Joseph ended his service in April of 1963. After his service he became a mechanic. Joseph still stays in contact with his fellow service men and he has joined the American-Portuguese Post. We thank Joseph for his service.
Vietnam War ( April 1957-April 1963)
Joseph A Mendonco was born on April 9th, 1940 in Azores, Portugal. In April of 1957, he enlisted into the Marine Corps in Peabody, Massachusetts. He enlisted because he wanted to learn the basic concept of life. Joseph did not feel alone when he enlisted, because he had a friend who enlisted as well. While in the Marine Corps he was given the rank as Corporal E.III. When Joseph was in service he was stationed in Okinawa, Singapore, National China, the Paris islands, and the Philippines. On his first day he was vaccinated and then was shipped off to Parris Island. After that they had to get their hair shaved off as well. When he was stationed in boot camp he learned a lot about life and how to navigate around the Earth. In addition, Joseph was taught how to live off the land. Joseph always stayed in contact with his family. He recalls many funny moments like having humorous fights with other people. However he did not see any combat though. Joseph always respected his officers in and out of the service. Joseph was awarded the service medal and the Non-commissioned officer award. Joseph ended his service in April of 1963. After his service he became a mechanic. Joseph still stays in contact with his fellow service men and he has joined the American-Portuguese Post. We thank Joseph for his service.