| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PAANANEN, ARVO | 591/SV | 12/12/1992 | ||
| 64 | 3 | Dec, 2008 | PACE, HERMAN W. 'PAPPY' | 422/H | 12/29/2007 | 9952 N. Valley Pike, Harrisonberg, VA 22802 Reported by Carla Goecks and Richard Pace (son) | |
| ADD | PACK, JAMES KENNETH, REV. | 424 INF | 7/29/2017 | Rev. James Kenneth Pack, age 92, died Saturday, July 29, 2017 at his home in Prineville, Oregon. He was born May 22, 1925 in Smyrna, Arkansas. He is survived by four children, Patsy Owens, Alice Freelund, Roy Pack and Mary Chapman and their mother Imagean Pack McCoy; four children that he helped raise, Katie Bostic, Don Dunn, Debra Kyles & Tim Dunn; four brothers, Lelis, Fay, Larry, & Don Pack and three sisters, Ida Carr (who went to be with Jesus the day after her brother Kenneth), Pearlie Harmon, & Gwindlee Driskill. His Grandchildren: Anthony Owens, John Owens, Amy Freelund Talton, Matthew Weeks, Jim Pack, Sarah Pack, Amanda Chapman, Whitney Stamper. From his second family Laura Edwards, Pamela Bostic, Stacie Rariden, Corie Ernst, Kirsten Johnson, Alicia Kielpinski, David Johnson, Rebecca, Stephen, and Abigail Page and Jillian Landis. His Great Grand Children: Hazel Weeks, Ava Weeks, Shelby Duncan, Ashley Owens, Awbrey Owens, Brilee Breidenbach, Alex Briedenbach, Beau Cates, Abbi, Aiden and Alison Pack, Sophia Hibbitts, Zoe Reams, Raylee Bryant, Sunney Grace Stamper (and her great grandpa Pack chose her middle name) and Dawson Stamper. From his second family Bethany Bostic, Link Edwards, Audrey Brust, Callie and Carson Rariden, Shelby and Ethan Ernst, Angela and Zachery Kielpinski, His Great Great Grandchildren: Zoe Breidenbach, Julius Breidenbach, Emery Breidenbach. He was preceded in death by his wife Martha Jeannette Pack; his parents, John Roy and Mary Josephine Walker Pack; two brothers, Cletis and Willard Pack; and great grandson John Wesley Owens, Jr. He grew up in the hills of the Nogo, Arkansas area, where he first learned about about Jesus from his mother, who often could be heard praying for her family down in the hollow all alone. He swam in the creeks and climbed trees with Brothers and Sisters, and he spent a lot of time working in the fields to help provide for the family. As the oldest sibling when his Father was suddenly killed in an auto/train accident, Kenneth became the one his mother leaned on the most. His mother had been left to raise 8 children and one on the way as his baby sister had not been born yet. He often took corn to a grist mill to be ground for corn mill. The mill would take a turn of corn in exchange for grinding. He served in the Army during WWII, he served with the 424th infantry in Europe. He was called home when his sister was born and he always said, she saved my life because when he returned to his post, the Battle of the Bulge had occurred and most of his battalion had been killed. His job was guarding prisoners. After he returned home from the Army, he and his family made annul trips to California, Oregon and Washington to pick fruit in the summers for income for the winter. On one of these trips he met Imagean Tucker, they were married, he was 24 and she was 16. They lived in Stockton California area for a couple years. He was called to Medford, Oregon to pioneer a church that began as a simple brush arbor. Today that church is huge and valued in the Millions. His calling was to build up churches where there was no church or had only a few and build them up and move on. He pastored, Central Point, Veneta, Medford, Florence and in Klamath Falls. He served as district secretary and treasurer for Oregon and So. Idaho Pentecostal Church of God. He worked in the lumber industry to provide for the family while pastoring the churches. After 22 years of marriage Ken and Imagean parted ways and he soon married the woman he loved and cared for the rest of his life. Jeannette Dunn, whose husband had been killed in an airplane crash leaving her with 4 children to care for. They met in Riverbank, California. Where he had come to hold a revival and the pastor asked Jeannette to come and play the piano. The next week end after the revival was over, he drove down from Klamath Falls to meet all her children. When they finally decided to get married there was a light show when the wedding was over. As they were leaving the church they made an illegal u turn, the wedding party was detained by the police and all received a ticket. When all showed up for court the Judge ask how many was there form this wedding party. Everyone in the room stood up. And the judge laughed and dismissed the tickets. Shortly there-after they moved to Klamath Falls, where he still worked in the Lumber industry. He then transferred to Weyerhouser in Cottage Grove. Where he started an in home church. He had a garden that was over an acre in size, he would come from the mill and lay at the end of each row, with his toes positioned so that when the water got to his toes he would wake up and move the water to the next row. He said this was his down time. He loved his garden. The house was always full of music, with a piano and two guitars and singing. Always full of joy and fun. While in Cottage Grove they started the Abundant Life Center to reach out to the community. He met a minister from St Marie"s, Idaho, who invited them to come and check out the area. They fell in love with St. Marie"s and he got a job at a Mill and moved high upon the mountain. They assisted in a church there and loved the people. In October 2004 I felt the need for Dad and his wife to get off the mountain in St Maries, So Ben and I went to move them off the mountain. That very winter snow piled up over the door ways and they would not have been able to leave home for any reason. He was Chaplain Minister for adult care facilities in Idaho and most recently here in Prineville. In Prineville they started a business called Helping Hands, and found a potential home while cleaning. They prayed for God to make a way for them to purchase it, and He did! Together they made a comfortable home on Rimrock Rd. They worked closely with Faith Ministries provided Marriage Counseling and wrote manuals for Marriage and Desciples Makers. Soon they began a ministry with Bob and Ruth Graham holding services at Regency Care Center, Regency Assisted Living, and the Carriage place. Bringing the gospel to those who could not attend their home church. He continued this ministry until he went to be with Jesus and helping Pastor Terry Goodwin, at River of Life to All Nations preach his sermons. He enjoyed his family; reading out loud, especially the Bible; singing; and taking long walks. | https://www.whisperingpinesfuneralhome.com/obituary/James-Kenneth-Pack | ||
| 53 | 1 | Oct., 1996 | PADGETT, CARROL D. | 424/E | 8/29/1996 | 579 Milligan Dr. Stone Mountain, GA 30083 Carrol's death was reported by his longtime friend, Ernistine Holland | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PADGETT, CARROL D. | 424/E | 8/29/1996 | ||
| 80 | 1 | Mar, 2024 | PALMER, WILLIAM B. | 331 MED/HQ | 1/2/2021 | William B. Palmer, 96, died at his home in Louisville, KY, on Saturday, January 2, 2021. He was an Army World War II Veteran, a graduate of Michigan State University and a retired Employment Counselor at the Kentucky Cabinet for Human Resources. He is retired from the Ford Motor Co. He was a member of Kentucky Public Retirees, Zachary Taylor Post of the American Legion, St. Albert the Great Catholic Church and I.A.P.E.S. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Evelyn Palmer. He is survived by his daughters, Marlene Lawrence and Valerie Albright of Louisville, son, Ernie Palmer of Tecumseh, MI, five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is buried at Calvary Cemetery. | https://www.legacy.com/amp/obituaries/louisville/159320113 |
| 56 | 3 | Apr, 2000 | PAMPAS, WALTER | 424/D | 12/30/1999 | 254 First Street, North Huntingdon, PA 15462 Marion Ray, 424/D reported that Walter, former 3rd Platoon Sergeant died 30 December 1999 in Lake Okeechobee, FL while fishing, His wife Betty and he had spent winters in Florida since 1982 after Walter retired. He was found in the water beside his boat by rescue man after Mrs. Pampas call for help. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PANDOLFI, HENRICO H | 423/1 | 7/29/1999 | ||
| 57 | 2 | Jan, 2001 | PANDOLFI, HENRICO H. | 423/1 | 7/29/2000 | 681 Rathbone Street, Blackstone, MA 01540 Wife Cecile. Reported by daughter Denise Morrel. | |
| ADD | PANICE, RAYMOND H. | 591/HQ Batt | 4/1/2012 | Raymond H. Panice, US Army WWII Veteran, beloved husband of Marie, nee Kennedy; loving father of Mike (Marge) Panice, Karen (Denny) Heatherly, Cindy (Lou) Finger and Ray (Kris) Panice; dear grandfather of Matt, Mark Panice, Nikki (Aaron) Martinez, Michael (Sarah) Pavlis, Lindsay (fiance Brian Sajdak), Jenna and Lexi Finger, Cameron and Ryan Panice; dear great-grandfather of Olivia and Giavanna Martinez; dear brother of Toby (Angie) Panice and the late Herman, Rozario and Ed; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Founder, owner and craftsman of New World Hatters, Chicago, IL. Member of the Orland Park VFW. Visitation Wednesday, April 4, 2012, 3 to 9 p.m. at the DAMAR-KAMINSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM, 7861 S. 88th Ave., (2 mi. west of 79th and Harlem), Justice, IL. Funeral Thursday, April 5, 2012, 10 a.m. prayers from the funeral home to Saint Daniel the Prophet Church, 54th and Nashville Ave., Chicago, IL for 11 a.m. Blessing. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, IL. For more info: 708-496-0200 or, | https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?n=raymond-h-panice&pid=156856449 | ||
| 72 | 1 | Mar, 2016 | PAPPAS, JAMES | 422/AT | 8/19/2015 | James Pappas was born on October 5, 1924. He was a member of the Infantry Regiment in the European Theatre operations and a member of the Golden Lions. He was taken prisoner by the Germans for six months and liberated by the Russians. He is survived by his wife Donna Pappas, a daughter, two granddaughters and two great-grandchildren. Reported by his wife, Donna | |
| 59 | 4 | Jul, 2003 | PAQUETTE, WILBERT F. | DIV ARTY/ HQS BATTERY | 1/2/2003 | 28931 Bestes, Saint Claire Shores, MI 48081 Reported by Shirley Paquette, Wilbert's wife' She reported the death of her husband of 53 years. A graduate of Lake Linden High school Wilbert was the proud father of daughters Cynthia, May Pat and Leslie' After recovering from wounds from his capture Wilbert raised a family. He was loved and respected by all and never missed any of his grandchildren's activities. Recipient of the Purple Heart and other WWII medals, he was a Life member of the 106. Infantry Division Association' His wife Shirley would like to hear from his friends' | |
| 65 | 2 | Aug, 2009 | PARKER, EARL S. | 423/E | 3/30/2009 | 467 Faddis Ave, Nuenew Castle, PA 16105-1440 | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PARKER, PAUL W. | 424/HQ 2BN | 3/13/1997 | ||
| 69 | 2 | Jul, 2013 | PARKER, RICHARD B. | 422/ANTI-TANK COMPANY | 1/7/2011 | Richard B. Parker was a career Foreign Service officer and Middle East expert. He joined the Foreign Service in 1949. He spoke Arabic with native fluency and became a respected adviser on Middle Eastern politics to Presidents Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter. In 1974, he became the first ambassador to Algeria since the United States severed formal diplomatic relations with that country seven years earlier. Mr. Parker was selected to become the U.S. ambassador to Lebanon in 1977 after the assassination of his predecessor, Francis E. Meloy Jr. His last diplomatic position came in 1978 as ambassador to Morocco. Mr. Parker retired from the State Department in 1980 after more than 30 years of service. He also held diplomatic posts in Australia, Israel, Jordan and Egypt. In retirement, he was a diplomat in-residence at the University of Virginia, where he taught classes on foreign policy in the Arab world and served as an editor of the Middle East Journal. Mr. Parker"s interest in the Middle East began soon after his release from a prisoner-of-war camp during World War II. He served as a 1st Lt. during the Battle of the Bulge and was captured by German soldiers after his unit was overwhelmed. He was sent to a prison camp in occupied Poland and spent 34 days in captivity before the camp was liberated by Russian soldiers. During his repatriation, Mr. Parker traveled through the present-day Ukrainian city of Odessa, the Turkish Straits and Port Said in Egypt. He became fascinated with the majesty of Istanbul"s architecture and the intricacies of Arab culture. Reported by Donald Prell, via Herb Sheaner | |
| 68 | 2 | Apr, 2012 | PARKINSON, FRANCIS XAVIER 'KELLY' | 423/K | 2/21/2012 | Golden Lion Francis Xavier Parkinson, 87, of Bella Vista, Arkansas died at Northwest Medical Center of Bentonville, Arkansas. He was born November 29, 1924 in Indianapolis, Indiana to William J. Parkinson and Mary Irene Reihl Parkinson. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II including “Battle of Bulge” and was a POW at Stalag 4B in Muhlburg, Germany. He was discharged December 19, 1945. He returned to Chicago and worked as an optician and married Marianne Howe on December 4, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois. They moved to Palatine, Illinois in 1966. They moved to Bella Vista in 1992 from Palatine, Illinois. He was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Marianne, and others. He is survived by one sister, Rita Lopotko and husband, Alex of Crystal Lake, Illinois; sister-in- law, Pauline Parkinson of New Jersey; and numerous nieces and nephews. Reported by Murray Stein | |
| 70 | 3 | Nov, 2014 | PARKS, FRED DALEY | 423/K | 8/26/2014 | Golden Lion Fred Daley Parks of Eustis passed away. Born in Jackson, MI, he moved to Eustis from Ann Arbor, MI in 1981. He was a self-employed tool and die maker. A veteran of World War II, he served in the Battle of the Bulge and was taken prisoner. After the war he served as a president of VBOB. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Viva Marie Parks and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on August 29 at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell with military honors. Online condolences may be made at www. beyersfuneralhome.com. Submitted by Jim West | |
| 45 | 4 | Jul., 1989 | PARQUETTE, ROLAND G. | 423/AT | 1/5/1988 | 410 Super St. Mosinee, Wisconsin 64455 Roland passed away on January 5, 1988. Interment was at the Wood National Cemetery, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was captured during the Battle of the Bulge, December 21, 1944, and was a POW in Stalag IX-B, Bad Orb, Germany. He leaves his wife Jean, two sons, five daughters, eight grandchildren, his mother and a brother. | |
| 69 | 2 | Jul, 2013 | PARRISH, CLARENCE C. | 422/HQ 2BN | Unk. | P.O. Box 1100, Corrigan, TX 75939 Reported by Herb Sheaner (422/G), via Jacquelyn Coy | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PARSONS, BERNARD L. | 423/HQ 1BN | 5/17/1990 | ||
| 47 | 1 | Oct, 1990 | PARSONS, BERNARD L. | 423/HQ 1BN | 5/17/1990 | Bernard died May 17, 1990. Incarcerated at Stalag 7A. He was called to active duty during the Korean War, receiving the Purple Heart and a Bronze Star. He is survived by his wife Frances, four daughters and one son. He w enjoyed the reunion in Roanoke. | |
| 63 | 3 | Aug, 2007 | PARVIN, GLENN R. | 424/D | 9/24/2006 | 3316 Princeton Rd Kingsport, TN 37660 Reunion Application returned marked with "Deceased 9/24/2006" no other notations. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PASQUALE, JOSEPH | 422/L | 4/7/1991 | ||
| 48 | 3 | Apr., 1992 | PASQUALE, JOSEPH A. | 422/LPT) | 4/7/1991 | Box 1403, Torrington, CT 06790 From Jack, his son, "My father died of a heart attack on April 7, 1991. He is buried in his home town of Torrington and is survived by his wife Pauline, three sons, myself, Michael and Peter and eight grandchildren. He enjoyed reading the CUB. He particularly enjoyed talking about the military with his Navy Petty Officer grandson, Christopher." Pauline, his widow, joined the Association as an Associate member | |
| 64 | 1 | Mar, 2008 | PASSARIELLO, LOUIS J. | 424/B | 12/1/2007 | 4319 Tifton Dr, Saginaw, MI 48603 | |
| 65 | 2 | Aug, 2009 | PASTOR, IRVING | 81ST ENG/B | 1/15/2009 | 59 Central Ave., Dover, NH 03820-4006 Reported by his daughter Carolyn Pastor L"Italien | |
| 58 | 2 | Jan, 2002 | PATCHEN, FRANK M. | 423/HQ | 12/5/2001 | PO Box 3002, Corsicana, TX 75151 Richard Sparks, 423 I&R Platoon, notified us that Frank had He said, "Frank was 88 years of age, he was a member of the original I&R Platoon when it formed at Fort Jackson. Frank was made Sergeant of the 423rd Regimental Motor pool. He many others was captured in the Battle of Bulge. In civilian life he was, at one time, 0 of the McCrory retail chain, He joined the Association just before the Indianapolis Reunion in 1998. He is survived by a daughter Janet and a granddaughter Lauren." | |
| ADD | PATCHETT, STEPHEN E. | 424/3BN/HQ | 1/26/2018 | Sodus - Age 93, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 26th, 2018, after a short stay at Newark Manor Nursing Home. A "Celebration of Life" service will be held at 11am Thursday, Feb. 1st, at the First United Presbyterian Church, 31 W. Main St., Sodus, NY. The family will greet friends from 6pm-8pm on Wednesday, Jan. 31st, at Norton Funeral Home, 45 W. Main St., Sodus. Steve was born in Sodus, NY, on December 31, 1924. He graduated from Sodus High School in 1942, attended a semester at Virginia Tech, and then enlisted in the US Army, shortly after his 18th birthday. He proudly and honorably served three Army infantry divisions in Europe, for three years, returning home, in 1946, to continue the pursuit of his civil engineering degree at Va. Tech, graduating in 1950. On November 2, 1950, he married the love of his life, Mabel Jenny DeFisher. Shortly thereafter, Steve and Mabel began a 30-year journey with the US Dept. of Defense, the Inter American Geodetic Survey, an adventure that would take them to homes in Nicaragua, Columbia, Peru and the Panama Canal Zone. After raising five children, primarily in Panama, Steve retired in 1980, and he and Mabel returned to Sodus. During his 38-year retirement, Steve volunteered with many civic organizations, and was a member of the local VFW and American Legion. He loved the stock market and researching mutual funds. He enjoyed fishing, golf and gardening. He and Mabel also made an occasional trip to Europe, and were known to visit the casinos on occasion. He also loved raising pheasants, quail and banty roosters. Most of all, he enjoyed spoiling his children and grandchildren. Steve is survived by his wife of 68 years, Mabel; his brother Dan (Shirley), Sodus; sister-in-law Betty DeFisher, Sodus; daughter Elaine Donaldson, Williamson; son Steve Jr (Kristy), Hockley, TX; daughter Gail Givens (John), Boulder, CO; son Russ (Christina), Rochester; and son Tom, Sodus; grandsons Michael, Rusty, Andy and Stephen; granddaughters Tracy, Lisa, Stefanie, Kelly, Anna and Katie; great grandchildren Tristin, Taylor, Sofie, Gabby, Andrew, Briggs and Nash; and numerous nephews and nieces. Steve was preceded in death by his father and mother, Sidney and Phyllis; his brother, Russ; his sister and brother-in-law, Martha and Don Mitchell. Steve was a devoted husband and father; a man who lived an exemplary life and set a wonderful example for his children. He will be greatly missed by all who dearly loved him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to: Honor Flight, Inc., 175 Tuttle Road, Springfield, OH 45505 www.honorflight.org Published in Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Jan. 29, 2018 | https://obits.democratandchronicle.com/obituaries/democratandchronicle/obituary.aspx?n=stephen-e-patchett&pid=188002876&fhid=11106 | ||
| 62 | 2 | Mar, 2006 | PATRICK, GEORGE S. | 423 HQ/3BN | 10/1/2005 | 45969 N Pointe Blvd Room A-4 Utica, MI 48315 Details unknown. Apparently this address was a nursing home. | |
| 56 | 2 | Jan, 2000 | PATTERSON, CARL R. | 106 SIGNAL | 11/13/1999 | 4932 Post Oak Timber Rd, Houston, TX 77056 Son David Patterson wrote, "Carl passed away as a result of complications related to heart bypass surgery' He suffered a mild heart attack while playing golf, this led into surgery'" | |
| 81 | 2 | Jun, 2025 | PATTERSON, DONALD L. | 106th | 6/12/2020 | 93, of Peshtigo, passed away June 12, 2020 Born July 10, 1926 son of the late Louis and Josephine (Albers) Patterson, he graduated from St. Boniface Parish-DePere in 1940 and Nicolet High School in 1944. Donald served in the U.S. Army from 1944 to 1946 as Tech Sergeant, in the 106th Infantry Division. On October 21, 1950 he married the former Mavis Pauls at St. Matthews Church in Allouez and she preceded him in death May 25, 2017. Before entering the service, Donald worked at Green Bay Packaging. After service he worked for Borden Company for 8 years, and then worked his way from Line crew to foreman at Wisconsin Public Service, transferring to the Wausaukee district in 1975 and retiring in 1988. Don built a cabin on Crooked Lake and loved spending his winters in Arizona. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, playing cards, horseshoe and his many trips to Canada and Minnesota. Donald was a member of the Quarter Century Club of W.P.S., Menominee Knights of Columbus, Crivitz Council, American Legion of Crivitz, former member of the Wausaukee Lion's Club and Loyal Order of Moose in Apache Junction, AZ. Donald is survived by, a son, Craig (Cindy) Patterson of Tuscon, AZ; 2 daughters, Laura (Mike Keller) Maye , and Caroline (Dan Lintereur) Patterson, both of Marinette; 3 grandchildren, Jesse (Heidi) Maye, Amy (Scott) Hoffman and Daniel Maye; 6 great-grandchildren, Madison, Jenna, Dylan, Frankie, Gabby, and Mya. Also survived by, a sister, Joan Giles; and 2 brothers, Gerald Patterson and Jimmy Patterson. Along with his parents and wife, Mavis, he was preceded in death by brother, John and a sister Rita Foxgrover. Visitation will take place on Friday, June 19 2020, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Peshtigo, from 10 AM until the time of Mass 11 AM. Father Jess Berdol will be officiating. Entombment will take place Nicolet Memorial Gardens in Green Bay. | https://www.berthandrosenthal.com/obituaries/Donald-L-Patterson?obId=15060322 |
| ADD | PATTERSON, FLETCHER DAVID, JR. | 422 INF/2 BN/I | 3/1/2016 | Fletcher PATTERSON Jr. Obituary PATTERSON, Jr. Fletcher Age 91, of McDonough, passed away Mar. 1, 2016. Service Mar. 5, 2 p.m. at Timberridge Presbyterian Church. Haisten F.H., McDonough. Published in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Mar. 4, 2016 | https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/atlanta/obituary.aspx?n=fletcher-patterson&pid=177932127&fhid=5071 | ||
| 59 | 1 | Oct, 2002 | PATTON, OLIVER B. | 423/F | 9/15/2002 | 9074 Belvoir Woods Parkway, Ft. Belvoir. VA 22060 Oliver B, Patton' 81, a retired Army Brigadier General who was executive secretary of the U,S, Capitol Historical Society from 1974 to 1979, died of congestive heart failure in his home at Fort Belvoir. He was a 1944 graduate of the U,S Military Academy, During the Bulge he commanded a rifle platoon that was overrun, Badly wounded twice during the action and the balance of the war in German hospitals and POW camps, He later recounted his experiences for a PBS documentary about the battle, During the Korean War' he served in Korea. he was wounded again' and he was Assistant Chief of Staff for XXIV Corps in Vietnam in the late 1960's, In his last tour of duty was assistant Chief of Staff for Army intelligence at the Pentagon, Among his decorations were the Army distinguished Service Medal, three awards of the Legion of Merit, three awards of the Bronze Star and three awards of the Purple !lean, Beginning in 1976' five of his historical novels were published the last of them, "The Silent Stow." was a story about the Battle of the Bulge from a foot soldiers view, Survivors include his wife of 57 years. Anne Patton of Fort Belvoir; four daughters' Shelby, Anya' Ellen and Sarah; a son Oliver II and nine grandchildren, | |
| 80 | 2 | Jul, 2024 | PATTRIDGE, ROBERT GEORGE 'BOB', SR. | 106TH | 4/8/2022 | Robert George Pattridge, Sr., 96, of Cleveland, NY, passed away April 8, 2022 at the Abraham House, Rome, NY. He was born in 1926, on a dairy and cash crop farm with no electricity. He was the son of George & Lillian Burlingame Pattridge. He graduated from Perry High School as Valedictorian when at the time WWII was in the making. His buddies and his cousin enlisted as did Bob to fight for the freedom of our country. He was assigned to Patton's 3rd Army Spearhead Division armored infantry. He reached the rank of Sargent. The 106 Infantry Division consisting of new recruits arrived in Northern France. They were in need of battle tested non-commissioned officers. Bob was assigned to the 106 Infantry as platoon leader. The Germans made their push in the front held by the 106 Infantry. Sixty percent of the division was taken as prisoners or casualties. After the Battle of the Bulge, Bob returned to Spearhead Division until the wars end. Bob worked as an engineer in charge with NYS Transportation building bridges and roads. Always an outdoor person, he settled on beautiful Oneida Lake upon his retirement. He knows every inch of the lake! Walleye and Perch fishing every day possible. Fishhawk was his handle. He is survived by his wife, the former Louise Markwica, two sons, Robert & Maureen Pattridge, Jr. and George Pattridge, his grandchildren; Robert & Alyssa Pattridge III, Kenneth Pattridge, Dayna Pattridge, Autumn & Mark Black and three great-grandchildren and several nieces & nephews. Calling hours will be held Tuesday morning from 9 -11:00 am from LaRobardiere Funeral Home, Inc., 109 Main Street, Camden, NY followed by an 11:30 Funeral Mass at St. John's Church, Church Street, Camden, NY. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Cleveland, NY with a gathering of family and friends to follow at the Cleveland American Legion. Memorial contributions may be made to the Abraham House, 417 N. Washington St., Rome, NY or theabrahamhouse.org. You may view obituary and send a message of condolence online at www.larobardierefuneralhome.com. Please leave Memories and Condolences on syracuse. com/obits | https://obits.syracuse.com/us/obituaries/syracuse/name/robert-pattridge-obituary?id=34167053 |
| 80 | 3 | Nov, 2024 | PATZNER, JOSEPH C. | 589/SV | 2/23/2023 | Joseph Charles Patzner, died February 23, 2023 at the VA Center Health Care in Des Moines. He was born April 1, 1924 to Martin and Mabel Schiffman Patzner near Guttenberg, Iowa. He attended Guttenberg High School and worked on the family dairy farm until he was drafted into the United States Army in March of 1943. Joe was captured during World War II during the Battle of the Bulge and was a POW in Germany. Upon returning from the war, he was employed by Meadow Gold in Dubuque and then Amoco Pipeline in Chillicothe, Missouri. On February 12, 1955 he married Jean Mendenhall from Chillicothe and moved to Sigourney in 1958. Joe enjoyed being active, working on the house and outside in the yard or cleaning his vehicles. In his downtime, Joe could often be seen watching a western movie. He was also a member of St. Mary"s Catholic Church. Joe retired from Amoco after 37 years in 1989 and had season tickets to Iowa Hawkeye football games for many years with his wife. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Jeff Patzner, one sister Jeanette Junk, four brothers Delbert Patzner, Verdus Patzner, Mark Patzner and Dannie Patzner. He is survived by his wife Jean, three sons Mitch Patzner of Dubuque, Rick (Devon Wendler) Patzner of Ankeny, Greg Patzner of Seattle, Washington and one daughter Marla (Pete) Fromm of Ankeny, 5 grandchildren Jesse Patzner, Scott Patzner, Nathan Fromm, Luke Patzner, Tyler Fromm, one great granddaughter Hazel Rose that"s on her way. Memorials will go to various VA programs. Cards may be sent to Joe's family at 7429 NW 16th St. Ankeny, IA 50023 | https://www.holmfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Joe-Patzner |
| 66 | 1 | Apr, 2010 | PAULSON, DORAYNE M. | 423/HQ 2BN | 1/4/2009 | 1913 260th Ave. Luck, WI 54853-3732 Reported by Betty J. Bohn (widow). Dorayne was with the 106th Division and proud of it. He captured in that Battle of the Bulge and spent his Christmas Eve in the boxcars being bombed. He was taken to Stalag 4B and had many "tales" to tell of life there (later in life). He escaped three times while being marched to different areas, and finally the Russians met up with them. He leaves a brother, son, daughter, wife/partner, and seven stepchildren with their families. | |
| 69 | 3 | Nov, 2013 | PAULSON, DORAYNE M. | 423/HQ BN | 1/1/2010 | Reported by his widow, Betty | |
| 51 | 4 | Jul., 1995 | PAWASARAT, OSCAR D. | 331 MED/A | 3/19/1995 | 1912 So. 25 St, Sheboygan, WI 53081 His wife Margaret informed us that Oscar passed away on March 19, 1995. His membership in the Association was short, he joined in 1994, but he did enjoy the Rapid City, South Dakota reunion. He met new friends and enjoyed them. He was Past Commander of the VFW Post 1230 Sheboygan. He is survived by his wife Marge, four children, John, Mark, Jim and Jane and four grandchildren. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PAWASARAT, OSCAR D. | 331 MED/A | 3/19/1995 | ||
| 61 | 3 | Jun, 2005 | PEARSON, RALEIGH H., JR. | 589/C | 11/14/2004 | 607 Peach Street, Chatsworth, GA 30705 Reported in AX-POW magazine. While serving in the 106th Infantry he was captured in the Battle of the Bulge. POW camps included Stalag 9B, Bad Orb. He leaves his wife Glenice, 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren. | |
| 73 | 1 | Mar, 2017 | PEARSON, WILLIAM THOMAS | UNIT NOT IDENTIFIED | 3/3/2017 | William T. Pearson, 90, of Portsmouth, VA, died peacefully at his home. He was preceded in death by his father and mother Nathaniel Valentine Pearson and Ethel Dozier Pearson. Bill was a World War II veteran having served in Germany in the 106th Infantry Division of the Third Army. Upon his return he started his own plumbing business, married Mary Hope and started a family. He is survived by his wife of 68 years Mary Hope Pearson and their three sons, Tommy (Terry), Lee (Lisa) and Larry (Kathy). Also surviving are eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family received friends at Foster Funeral Home on March 7. There was a graveside service at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in Portsmouth Virginia at 11 a.m. on Wednesday March 8. In lieu of flowers the family request donations are made to Children"s Hospital of The Kings Daughters. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com. Reported by Jim West | |
| 69 | 2 | Jul, 2013 | PECK, ROBERT B. | 423 INF/2 BN/E | 2/2/2013 | Reported by Herb Sheaner (422/G), via Jacquelyn Coy, and by Murray Stein | |
| 78 | 3 | Nov, 2022 | PELLISH, JOHN E. | 422/C | 9/12/2019 | John Edward “Ed” Pellish, 95, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 12, 2019. John was born in August, 1924 to John and Ann Pellish. He graduated from Plum High School in 1942, where he played football and was active in the Wildlife Club and theater. John proudly served his country during WWII. He was a Staff Sergeant in the 422nd Regiment of the 106th Infantry Division and was captured during the Battle of the Bulge in the winter of 1944–1945. He was forced to march across Germany under brutally cold and snowy conditions and held as a POW near Dresden, Germany, Stalag IV B and Stalag VII. John was awarded the Prisoner of War Medal, the European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, the World War II Victory Medal, American Campaign Medal, Expert Badge with carbine Bar and Rifle and Good Conduct Medal. Upon his return, John married the love of his life, Irene. He worked for Westinghouse Industries as a maintenance supervisor until his retirement. He enjoyed the outdoors and traveling throughout the country visiting friends and family. Ed and Irene spent the summer at their cottage on the Allegheny River where they could be found gazing at the river drifting by. Ed was a big fan of the Steelers and the Pirates. He was an assistant Scout Leader and a member of the Order of the Arrow. He was also a member of St. Peter"s Church. He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Irene and his son, Gerald Edward. He is survived by his daughter, Christine and his son, Daniel. He will be missed by all. From his obituary. | |
| 48 | 3 | Apr., 1992 | PELUSO, LEWIS B. | 422/H | 12/3/1991 | 38 Leonard St., Dedham, MA 02026 Lewis passed away December 3, 1991 | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PELUSO, LOUIS | 422/H | 12/3/1991 | ||
| 75 | 1 | Mar, 2019 | PENCHECK, FRANK P. | 423/G | 5/25/2017 | Frank P. Pencheck, Sr., 90, of Fawn Township, passed away at home. He was born July 17, 1926 in Pittsburgh, Pa., the son of the late John and Ludviho Pencheck. Frank lived in Fawn Twp since 1958. He retired after 35 years as a machinist for the former Westinghouse Electric Corp. He was also employed at Allegheny Steel and American St. Gobain Window Glass and received his machinist apprentice from Hughes Aircraft in California. Frank was a WWII veteran, serving in the Army, inducted in Pittsburgh on Nov. 6, 1944. He received his basic training at Camp Blanding, FL. He was a light mortar crewman 60mm mortar. He left Ft. George G. Meade as a Staff Sergeant bound for Glasgow, Scotland on the Queen Elizabeth, as a replacement unit for the men in the Battle of the Bulge. After the war he received a Good Conduct Medal, European Theater of Operations Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal, and Army of Occupation medal. He was a member of the Natrona Heights VFW and the Holy Martyrs Church, and attended trade school at Pittsburgh Diesel and Automotive school and Los Angeles Trade Technical School. He was a member of Local 1914 IBEW retirees club. He enjoyed helping other people, gardening, traveling to Goblin the beach and working around the house and yard. He was predeceased by his wife, Josephine “Jody” Pencheck, and is survived by his children, Irene Kuntz and Frank P. Pencheck, Jr., and a grandson, Frank P. Pencheck, III. Submitted by his daughter, Irene | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PENS, JOHN | 424/I | 6/15/1995 | ||
| 51 | 1 | Oct, 1994 | PENS, JOHN W. | 424// | 1/1/1994 | 357 9 St. Km4440, Brooklyn, NY 11215 CUB returned with note deceased. | |
| 56 | 4 | Jul., 2000 | PERILLOUX, AGNEY | UNIT UNKNOWN | 9/7/1999 | 511 Brown Street, Radcliff KY 40160 Agnez, his wife sent the Memorial Tribute. No other details given. | |
| 52 | 4 | Jul., 1996 | PERKINS, LAWRENCE C. | 423/E | 4/7/1996 | RR 1 Box 1481, Shell Knob, MO 65747 Dean Sandahl notified the Adjutant that Lawrence died 7 April 1996. Survived by his wife Barbara, three daughters, two sons, a brother, two sisters, 16 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PERKINS, LAWRENCE C. | 423/E | 4/7/1996 | ||
| 72 | 3 | Nov, 2016 | PERKO, EMIL A. | 422/H | 7/7/2016 | I am sorry to report that my father, Emil A. Perko, passed away July 7, 2016. We were blessed with his presence on this Earth since April 7, 1923, and he was 93 years old when he passed. He was living in the Veterans Home here in St. Louis since October 2014 after two falls. I was able to visit with him three to four times a week, and while he was confined to a wheel chair, he did not suffer many other physical ailments. The Lord took him peacefully in his sleep on the morning of July 7, and he was buried with military honors on July 12. Ironically, he was named Veteran of the Month for July at the Veterans Home and we had many pictures of him displayed in the lobby of the home. An excellent article was written by one of the other residents and published for all to read. I enjoyed bringing dad to the reunions each year and due to his health we were not able to attend the past two years. However, we have many fond memories and developed many good friendships at these reunions which will always remain near and dear to my heart. I hope the reunions will continue for a long time, allowing these wonderful men and women to celebrate what they did for our country. Reported by his daughter Sharon | |
| 72 | 2 | Jul, 2016 | PEROS, GEORGE | 590/FABN/2BN | 6/10/2012 | George Peros (August 18, 1924) age 87, of North Ft. Myers, FL. Born in Toledo OH. Raised in Detroit. Beloved husband of Georgia for 64 years; father of Michael George and Sandra Lee Lewis, grandfather of Stephen Michael, brother of Lee Hodgins, Catherine Finazzo and the late Evangelia-Vagie Karlis. George proudly served in WWII in the U.S. Army. He first served in the 106th Inf. Div. when it was formed at Ft. Jackson SC. He was transferred out of the Div. at Camp Atterbury, IN and sent to the ETO. There he was trained to be a Military Policeman and served with three military Police Battalions as a radio operator. These units were also part of the Commincation Zone of the European Theater of Operations. He served in England, France, Germany and Luxembourg. George"s career was in the trucking industry in management in the Detroit and Pontiac areas. Memorial Tributes may be made to: VFW, 406 West 34th Street, Suite 718, Kansas City, MO 64111-9801 Death reported via returned CUB | |
| 74 | 1 | Mar, 2018 | PERRI, RALPH | SIGNAL | 10/1/2017 | Ralph was a resident of New York at the time of passing. Ralph upon the direct request from the President United States joined the U.S. Army in 1942. He achieved the rank of Technical Sargent in the 106th Infantry Division. Reported by Jim West | |
| 73 | 2 | Jul, 2017 | PERRYMAN, EVERETT FIRTH | 424/A | 5/14/2017 | Reported by Christine Schaller | |
| ADD | PERSON, MARION BROOKS | 424 INF | 4/2/2010 | FAYETTEVILLE - Marion Brooks Person, 84, of 1606 Gilmore St., passed away Friday, April 2, 2010, in the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He was born in Cumberland County to the late Jerome Carl and Mittie Odom Person. He was a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Army with the 424th Infantry of the 106th Infantry Division during the Battle of the Bulge. He was awarded the Bronze Star. He was a lifelong member of Massey Hill Baptist Church. He retired from the Department of Human Resources with the state of North Carolina and was the former clerk of the Superior Court of Cumberland County. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Peggy Bryant Person. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his daughter, Kathryn L. Person of Fayetteville; two sons, Jerome K. Person of Fayetteville, and Jimmy B. Person of Goldsboro; his foster son, Homer K. Sadler of Hope Mills; his brother, Carlton Person of Fayetteville; five grandchildren, Michael Burriss of Raleigh, Jennifer B. Grady of Fayetteville, J. Brooks Person of Greenville, Brian A. Person of Winston-Salem and J. N. Shivar Person of Greenville; and six great-grandchildren. The family will receive visitors from 5 to 6:45 p.m. Monday, April 5, 2010, at Rogers and Breece Funeral Home in Fayetteville. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, April 5, 2010, in Rogers and Breece Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Tim Evans officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Massey Hill Baptist Church, 1027 Southern Ave., Fayetteville, NC 28306-1791, or to one's favorite charity. Services entrusted to Rogers and Breece Funeral Home of Fayetteville. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store. Published by Fayetteville Observer from Apr. 3 to Apr. 4, 2010. | https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/83130975/marion_brooks-person | ||
| 67 | 1 | Apr, 2011 | PESCHEL, LOGAN MILTON | 424 INF/F | 11/30/2010 | Golden Lion Logan Peschel passed away on Nov. 30, 2010 in Fort Worth, Texas. Logan was born on September 22, 1925, on a farm outside Schwertner. He turned 18 in his senior year of high school and was drafted. His love for his country was great throughout his life. Logan came to Fort Worth and began working for Convair. He worked on the wings and landing gear of the B-36, B-58, F-111 and F-16. He retired in 1992 after 43 years. Logan married Margie Barnes in Granger on April 16, 1955, and they began their life together, raising two daughters, Penny Peschel and Patti Peschel. Grandchildren Jaclyn, Blake and Emily were the joy of his life. In 1976, the 200th anniversary of the United States, Logan completed 1,776 miles in the “Spirit of "76 Jog,” and his name is entered in the National Jogging Association Hall of Fame in Washington, D.C. Reported by Jim West and Murray Stein | |
| 58 | 1 | Oct, 2001 | PETERS, DAVID J. | 422/K | 11/1/2001 | 457 Horning Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236-3315 notified by Dick Rigatti and Joseph Maloney. Joe said David was a regular attendee at the Pittsburgh Mini-Reunions and at the 106th POW group who meet regularly at the Highland Drive VA facility, Pittsburgh. | |
| 56 | 2 | Jan, 2000 | PETERS, EMAUEL, REV | 422/CN | 10/1/1999 | PO Box 11219, Elkins Park, PA 19027 His wife wrote, "Please remove Emanuel from the roster, he died in October 1999'" | |
| ADD | PETERS, ROBERT H. | 423/M | 6/17/2019 | Robert H Peters February 10 1924 June 17 2019 Posted on June 18, 2019 by dany February 10 1924 June 17 2019 Robert H. Peters, age 95, of Bradley, passed away Monday, June 17, 2019 at Green Tree of Bradley. He was born February 10, 1924 in Greensburg, PA, the son of Henry & Sally Peters. Robert is preceded in death by his wife, Lorraine Gartner Deardorff Peters. She passed away March 16, 2016. He retired from Boeing. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army; having served during the Battle of the Bulge during WWII, Robert was POW for nine months. Surviving are two daughters and two sons-in-law, Michele & William Devito of Homer Glen and Constance & Steven Roby of Troy, MI; two step-sons and two step-daughters-in-law, Kenneth & Cheryl Deardorff of Bolingbrook and Dennis & Deb Deardorff of Denver, CO; and many grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Robert is preceded in death by his parents. Private graveside services will be held at Clarendon Hills Cemetery in Darien. To send a memorial gift to the family of Robert H. Peters please visit our Sympathy Store. Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Robert H Peters February 10 1924 June 17 2019. Clancy Gernon Funeral Homes Death notice for the town of: Kankakee, state: Illinois death notice Robert H Peters February 10 1924 June 17 2019 obituary notice Robert H Peters February 10 1924 June 17 2019 | https://usobit.com/obituaries-2019/06/robert-h-peters-february-10-1924-june-17-2019/ | ||
| 57 | 4 | Jul, 2001 | PETERSEN, WALTER A. | 423/H | 3/14/2001 | N1503 Powers Lake Road, Genoa City, WI 53128 (age 76 years, 8 months, 26 days): Walter died at the Aurora medical Center in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Born in Maple Grove, Wisconsin, the son of Walter F and Bertha (Stern) Petersen. Married to his surviving wife, Frances (Johnson) in November 4, 1945. He worked as a maintenance supervisor in the trucking industry. A member of the Automotive Transportation Supervisors Association; Kenosha Stamp Club and the NRA. He attended the 106. Infantry Division Association reunions, the Illinois Collectors of Stoneware and pottery and the Twin Lakes Sportsman Club. He was a member of the Messiah Lutheran Church in Twin Lakes. Survivors include his wife, Frances; daughters Mary (Robert) Olson, Batavia, I. Linda (George) Peterson-Smith St. Joseph, MN and Susan Petersen, Aurora, IL; son, Walter A. Peterson, Jr, Nerwyn, IL; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren, a brother Frank A. (Delores), Frankfort, IL and many nieces and nephews. When John Swett, Past-President of our 106. Inf Div Association notified us of Walter's death, he wrote: "He was a close comrade. He was waiting for me when I arrived for basic Training at Ft Benning, GA. We went to Camp Atterbury together and were assigned to the 3. Platoon, Co. H, 423. Infantry Regiment. Both captured on 19 December, 1944 (in different places), marched together from Bleialf to Gerolstein, ended up together in Stalag IX B, liberated together on 2 April 1945, went home separately but got together soon afterwards, Have kept in constant touch since. It was our discussion of our war experiences that helped give perspective to these experiences, brought them in the open, preventing years of festering if kept covered. "Bud was a man of many interests. Photography was an early love, he even thought of turning PRO. He hunted with bow and arrow as well as rifle and shot gun. An outdoor guy who grew up in the woods of Northern Wisconsin and completely enjoyed his hunting experiences. With his passing my loss has been great. A hole has been made that will not be filled. Peace! (signed John Swett)" | |
| ADD | PETERSEN, WILBUR C. | 424 INF | 12/21/1944 | 24 May 1920 21 Dec 1944 423rd Infantry, 106th Div - KIA in Germany Nebraska 93424568 | https://hcgsohio.org/upload/files/Local%20Records/Cemeteries/WW2_Fatalities.pdf | ||
| ADD | PETERSON, ALEX W. | 423/HQ I&R | 6/7/2013 | Alex was born in Berwyn, IL and raised in Park Ridge, IL. His birth mother died during child birth and his father died when he was 5. That year he was adopted by the Petersons who also provided him with a brother, Raymond. The two were close playing American Legion Baseball in Chicago and serving in WWII, where Raymond was killed two weeks before the end of the war. Alex returned home to start a career with Amoco in sales. He progressed in the downtown Chicago headquarters where he worked his way through marketing and advertising in the candle division. Alex met Evelyn through mutual friends and they were married in 1953. They moved to Deerfield, IL and had three sons, Rick (1958), Craig (1960), and Bill (1961).In 1970 a promotion moved them to Huntington, IN. He retired as manager of the Anhydrous Ammonia terminal in Huntington in 1987 and they moved to Sun City West, AZ. Evelyn passed away in 2002. In 2003 he married Dolores Strampe whom he met at the Scandinavian Club. Alex liked golf, was a 44 year member of Rotary International, twice receiving the Paul Harris Fellow award, the highest award given to a Roterian for service above self and his commitment to his fellow man and community. Alex was an active member of Desert Palms Presbyterian Church serving as Elder, Deacon, usher and greeter and on many committees including building and finance. | https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Peterson-10525 | ||
| 69 | 3 | Nov, 2013 | PETERSON, PAUL K. | 422 INF/K | 9/8/2011 | According to his children, Golden Lion Paul K. Peterson rarely spoke of his experience in World War II, until 1995 the 50th Anniversary of his release from a German prisoner of war camp. On Father"s Day of that year he spoke to his six children about his experiences. One of the mementos he shared was a very small scrap of paper on which he had written all the things he was going to eat when he got out of the prisoner of war camp and home to the United States. Reported by his children | |
| 61 | 1 | Dec, 2004 | PETERSON, RICHARD W., PHD | 423/I | Unk. | ||
| 58 | 3 | Apr, 2002 | PETTUS, WILLIAM R. | 424/HQ 1BN | 3/15/2002 | 9701 Monrovia St #616, Lenexa, KS 66215-1564 106th Infantry Division Association mail returned marked "Deceased," | |
| 66 | 2 | Aug, 2010 | PEWEWARDY, SAMUEL, JR. | 423/G | 2/23/2009 | ||
| 69 | 3 | Nov, 2013 | PEYSER, CHARLES S. | 424/B | 5/16/2012 | The 106th was very close to my father"s heart. He never talked much about his war experiences while I was growing up. Fortunately, he did keep some materials and in later years did talk about some of his experiences. My father was very close to his First Sergeant, Roger Rutland and credits him with saving his life. On the first day of the Battle of the Bulge, my father was on inspection of a hill with another soldier, Woolcock, and they spotted a German helmet. My father was shot as he dove into a fox hole. As he said, if he had jumped in, he would have been dead. The bullet hit him in the right leg and broke it. First Sergeant Rutland got him on a litter and “stuffed” him into the last ambulance to make it out before they were overrun by the Germans. He was put on a train and sent to a Paris hospital. It is my understanding that he was the only Company B officer to survive the Battle of the Bulge. He returned to Company B around Jan. 8, 1945 and after the fighting assisted with the guarding of prisoners of war. At the end of the war, my father was a laundry officer during the German reconstruction until he returned home in March of 1946. I know my father was with you all in spirit at this year"s 2013 Reunion. Reported by his daughter Bobbi Peyser Mohrmann, via Herb Sheaner (422/G) | |
| 77 | 3 | Nov, 2021 | PFAFF, BURTON E. | 422/G | 9/14/2021 | It is with a sad heart I report the passing of one of the members of the greatest generation and WWII POW, my father. He passed away bravely at home September 14, 2021. Burton E. Pfaff, a decorated Army Staff Sergeant, captured during the Battle of the Bulge said, following his liberation, “Every day is a bonus.” Born to Erwin and Verona Pfaff on May 25, 1924, on a farm in Ableman, WI, Burt was a member of the Greatest Generation. Surviving the depression and World War II, he thrived in building his company, New Berlin Auto Body, raising a family and playing the garbage can bass. His motto was “Always do your best and a little bit more.” His legacy is an inspiration to his family: daughter, Patricia Pfaff Brach, who loves him dearly, along with six grandsons; COL (USA-RET) Daryl B. Brach, The Honorable Matthew Brach, Cameron Brach SFC (USA), Jason Johnson SSgt (USMC), Aaron Johnson and Justin Pfaff SSG (USA). Through his example, four of his grandsons and his great-grandson decided to serve in the military. He remains in the hearts of his 11 great-grandchildren, his sister, niece and nephews, and remains dear to his caregivers, his friends and those who had the pleasure to know him. Although Burt lost his son Donald in 2006, his daughter Sandra in 2012 and his beloved wife of nearly 70 years, Jane in 2013, he had an infinite joy for life and remained positive. He enjoyed the change of seasons and cherished smelling the open fields outside of Milwaukee on the back of a Harley. At 90, he tandem parachuted out of a perfectly good airplane. He believed in living “life one-day-at-a-time” and died with dignity at the age of 97 on September 14, 2021. Reported by his daughter, Patricia Brach | |
| ADD | PFIRMAN, EDWARD JOSEPH | 424 INF | 12/12/1944 | 13 Aug 1912 12 Dec 1944 S/Sgt, 423rd Infantry, 106th Div - KIA in Germany Belgium 56284560 | https://hcgsohio.org/upload/files/Local%20Records/Cemeteries/WW2_Fatalities.pdf | ||
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PFOTENHAUER, THOMAS | 422/D | 9/30/1991 | ||
| 52 | 2 | Jan., 1996 | PHALEN, JOHN P. | 423/41 | 3/22/1995 | 137 North Bailin, Wichita, KS 67208 The editor learned from Mary Phalen, his wife, that John had died March 22, 1995. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PHALEN, JOHN P. | 423/M | 3/22/1995 | ||
| 61 | 1 | Dec, 2004 | PHARO, HOWARD | 422 HQ/3BN | Unk. | ||
| 60 | 3 | Apr, 2004 | PHARO, HOWARD J. | 422/HQ 3BN | 3/1/2004 | 833 Burr Oak Lane, Madison, WI 33713-1201 | |
| 64 | 3 | Dec, 2008 | PHELAN, WILLIAM R. | 422/H | 8/3/2008 | 32 Essex St., Waltham, MA 02451 | |
| 43 | 2 | Mar, 1987 | PHILLIPS, ARTHUR B., JR. | 423 INF/M | 9/14/1986 | Please accept the sincere sympathy of all the 106th members in the loss of your loved one. May God be with you, this your hour of affliction. Arthur B. Phillips, Jr., M Co., 423rd Infantry, passed away September 14, 1986. No details were received. | |
| ADD | PIATTONI, ORESTE C. | 424/B | 10/2/2015 | Obituary for Oreste 'Ernie' C. Piattoni Cemetery Details Location Mt. Emblem Cemetery 520 E. Grand Ave. Elmhurst, IL 60126 Get directions: Text Directions Email Directions Google Maps Memorial Contribution American Legion Post 974, Franklin Park 9757 Pacific Ave. Franklin Park, IL 60131 | https://www.sax-tiedemann.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=631404#/obituaryInfo | ||
| 54 | 1 | Oct., 1997 | PIAZZA, LOUIS R. | 423/MED | 9/8/1997 | 145 Steephill Road, Weston, CT 06883 Michael "Mickey" Gruce, 423/D, wrote," John I noted the death of this 106th vet, who I had not met. I paid my respects to the family of my fellow soldier because he was part of what we all went through in the Bulge. Only we can know what happened. His wife and two daughters were very grateful. I was there. John, tell our mem-bers that if they see a veteran who was a member of our division, that passed away and live nearby to pay their respects. The bereaved family really appreciate this gesture. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PIAZZA, LOUIS R. | 423/MED | 9/8/1997 | ||
| ADD | PICOZZI, LOUIS | 106TH | 7/3/2009 | Published: Jul. 07, 2009, 9:32 a.m. By Staten Island Advance Louis Picozzi, 2007 Native Islander served in Army during WW II STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Native Staten Islander Louis Picozzi, 96, a retired sanitation worker and sports enthusiast, died Friday in Lynmoore At Lawnwood assisted living, Fort Pierce, Fla., where he resided for the past two months. Mr. Picozzi was born in New Brighton and lived there until moving to Fort Pierce. He and his wife, Lena, whom he married in 1944, were neighbors on York Avenue. According to a 1996 Advance article about marriages that stand the test of time, Mr. Picozzi said his future wife first caught his eye after seeing her at a Sweet 16 party when he was 20 years old. During World War II, Mr. Picozzi served as a corporal in the U.S. Army and fought on different fronts throughout Europe. He was a member of the 106th Infantry Division and received the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal. For 25 years, Mr. Picozzi worked for the city Sanitation Department of Sanitation, retiring in 1974. An avid sportsman, Mr. Picozzi played softball and touch tackle on Staten Island for more than 40 years and was the first umpire-in-chief for the American Softball Association in 1954. He also played baseball with the old American Eagles in the late 1920s and 1930s and the Silver Dollar Tavern and Troopers in the Frank Murphy League. In addition, Mr. Picozzi, played football with the Ideal Dairy Co., Stape Arrows and Assumption R.C. Church, New Brighton, of which he was also a longtime parishioner. Mr. Picozzi was also a lifetime member of the Granito-Smith Post, American Legion, and a member of the Columbian Chapter AARP. In his leisure time, he enjoyed taking trips to Atlantic City. Mr. Picozzi's wife of 59 years, the former Lena DiMaggio, died in 2003. Surviving are his son, Anthony; his two daughters, Michele Bilotti and Linda Kazman; six grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. The funeral will be Thursday from the Harmon Home for Funerals, West Brighton, with a mass at 10 a.m. in Assumption Church. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery, West Brighton. | https://www.silive.com/obituaries/2009/07/louis_picozzi_96.html | ||
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PIERCE, ROBERT W., SR. | 81ST ENG/C | 5/2/1990 | ||
| 55 | 4 | Jul., 1999 | PIERCE, WALDO | 423/F | 4/15/1999 | 530 East Street, New Britian, CT 06051 Waldo died at age 84, on 15 April 1999, the beloved husband of Doris Archer Pierce, He was employed at the Stanley Tool Company for 38 years, retiring in 1975, He was a member of the South Congregational First Baptist church, a World War II veteran serving from 1942 to 1946 in the 106th Infantry Division. A former POW, captured in the Battle of the Bulge, Although retired for 24 years, he was an active member of the American Legion, Eddy Glover Post 6, where he in 1960 he was awarded the Life Membership; the post service officer for the American Red Cross for many years and was active in POW-MIA organizations in Connecticut, He served in many volunteer positions for the American Red Cross, then floating being a member of the Board of Directors, disaster services chairman, armed forces case worker, emergency shelter manager, blood services volunteer which included emergency blood routes, at any hour of the day or night and working at blood mobiles. Most recently, Waldo volunteered as a driver for the elderly and disabled transportation program. Waldo received the "VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR" award from the American Red Cross chapter that was recognized by the United Way of New Britain and Berlin in 1976 he will always be remembered as a man with great compassion and a strong desire to serve others. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PIERCE, WALDO B. | 422/F | 4/15/1999 | ||
| 77 | 3 | Nov, 2021 | PIERSON, MARION | ASSOCIATE MEMBER | 9/10/2019 | Graveside services for Marion Drexel Pierson will be held at 9:00 am, Saturday, September 21, 2019, at the Roseland Cemetery in Monticello, Florida, with Reverend Clay Fallin officiating. Mrs. Pierson passed away on September 10, 2019. Marion was born in Valdosta, Ga, on November 30, 1927, to the late Richard Jacob Drexel, Sr. and Victoria Jonasson Drexel. She was a graduate of Valdosta High School and attended college in Jacksonville, Fl. She was a devoted wife and homemaker who enjoyed travel, her flower gardens, reading, feeding her birds and tending to her family pets. She is survived by her sisters, Bertha Drexel Bailey of Jacksonville, Fl, and Dorothy Drexel St. Pierre of Thomasville, Ga; nieces Debra Drexel Belcher(Buddy), Marion Drexel Fallin(Clay), Cecelia Bailey Stanley(Frank), Rhetta Bailey NeSmith(Mike), Victoria Bailey Taylor; nephews Richard Jacob Drexel(Wanda), III and David Brett Drexel(Belinda). Numerous great nieces and great nephews and great great nieces and great great nephews. She is predeceased in death by her husband, Randolph Cole Pierson, brother Richard Jacob Drexel, Jr and nephew Brad Bailey. Contributions can be made to Wolf Creek Pet Adoption Center in Monticello, Fl or charity of choice. Friends and family are invited to visit her online memorial tribute page at www.allenfh.com. Reported by her nephew, Richard | |
| 65 | 1 | Apr, 2009 | PIERSON, RANDOLPH C. 'RANDY' | 589/HQ | 12/5/2008 | PO Box 965, Monticello, FL 32345-0965 Reported by Elliott Goldstein"s (589/Hq) Association Secretary & Asta Moore | |
| ADD | PILCZUK, EDWIN M. | 106th | 6/25/2014 | Edwin M. Pilczuk, 91, of Clifton Park, died June 25, 2014 at Ellis Hospital, his loving family at his side. Edwin was born in Utica, NY, the son of the late Michael and Anelia (Sira) Pilczuk. From 1940 - 45, Edwin was enlisted in the Army serving with Company L 106th Infantry. He was a 1950 graduate of Rennselaer Polytechnic Institute, receiving a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Edwin went to work for G. E. In Schenectady. . Edwin was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. Survivors include is beloved wife of 66 years, Rolande, devoted children: Michael Pilczuk (Sherri) and Christine Eisen (Simon), eight grandchildren and12 great grandchildren. Funeral services will begin at 9 am on Monday June 30, 2014 from the Glenville Funeral Home, 9 Glenridge Rd., East Glenville and be followed at 10 am by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, 569 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park, NY. Relatives and friends are invited to call on the family at the funeral home from 2 to 4 pm on Sunday, June 29, 2014. Interment will take place at 1 pm the Gerald B. H. Solomon National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd. Schuylerville, NY. Memorial Contributions in Edwin's name may be made to the American Cancer Association, 1 Penny Ln, #1, Latham, NY 12110. | https://glenvillefuneralhome.com/tribute/details/284/Edwin-Pilczuk/obituary.html | ||
| 69 | 3 | Nov, 2013 | PILKINGTON, FREDRICK A. | 422/HQ (I/R PLATOON) | 7/16/2013 | Colonel Frederick A. Pilkington was born in the Bronx in 1922. He joined the Army in 1942. Pilkington survived stepping on a land mine during the Battle of the Bulge and being held in a prisoner of war camp. Pilkington"s artistic endeavors included paintings and sculptures. When he was a war prisoner he used wood from the bed frames to carve ornate handles to hold the hot tin coffee cups they were given. For his efforts in World War II, he received several awards including a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. When he came home, he finished his degree and in 1945, married Ethel May Secor, whom he met before the war. He lived in West Hempstead for most of his time on Long Island. He became chairman of the Hempstead High School"s fine arts department and in 1961, assistant principal. In 1971, he became assistant principal of Mineola High School. He also served as president of the Long Island and New York State art teachers associations. Pilkington retired from school administration and retired from the Army Reserves as a colonel in 1979. After the war he stayed in the army reserves and retired as a Colonel in 1982. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. In the photo, Fred is riding in a WW II jeep as Grand Marshall of a parade whose theme was “Tribute to Veterans.” He is survived by his wife, Mary, son Peter Pilkington, daughters Patricia Mead and Beth Atkinson, as well as seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Reported by his widow, Mary Pilkington, via Herb Sheaner (422/G) and by James R. Jewell, Ph.D. | |
| 57 | 1 | Oct, 2000 | PINA, GEORGE A. | 590/MED | 6/18/2000 | 69 Cavalcade Blvd - Warwick, RI 02889 Ella Pina, his widow wrote that she forgot to notify us. She said George had been in a nursing home for the past three years. She sent along $20 so that she could continue to receive the CUB as an Associate member. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PINK, JOHN D. | 422/B | 7/15/1995 | ||
| 71 | 1 | Mar, 2015 | PINNEY, GORDON B. | 424/B | 12/23/2010 | Reported by Rick Barrow | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PINNOW, ROBERT L. | 424/CN | 6/1/1992 | ||
| 69 | 2 | Jul, 2013 | PIVORNIK, WILLIAM | 424/C | Unk. | 211 S Downing St., Denver, CO Reported by his grand-daughter, Lorri Pivornik to Herb Sheaner (422/G), via Jacquelyn Coy | |
| 43 | 3 | July, 1987 | PLAYER, JAMES W. | 422 INF/M | 5/16/1987 | James W Player, 69, of 4530 Cedar Spring Road, Columbia, died Saturday, May 16, 1987. He was retired from Richland County Public Works, an Army Veteran of World War II, and a member of the 106th Infantry Division, Forest Acres Masonic Lodge $410 The Scottish Rite of Free Masonry, Jarnil Temple, the DAV and North Trenholm Baptist Church. Surviving are his widow, Mildred Cromer, sons, John P. and Robert P., daughters Elaine Barnes, Judith Giles, and Cathye Tronco, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. | |
| ADD | PLOTKOWSKI, JOHN E. | 422/1BN/HQ | 9/2/2013 | John Edward Plotkowski October 19, 1925 - September 2, 2013 Shelby Township, Michigan Age 87 Plotkowski, John, Edward, September 2, 2013 Age 87. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Nowak). Loving father of John (Patrice) Plott and Douglas Plotkowski. Loving grandfather of 7 and great grandfather of 2. Dearest brother of Barbara Lorence. Predeceased by brothers George, Aloysius , Eugene and sisters Agnes Arsenault, Virginia Parker and Marion Viviano. John was a WWII Army Veteran in the 422nd infantry regiment,106th infantry divison. He was in the Battle of the Bulge and a POW / MIA . He received the following medals: Purple Heart, Good Conduct, American Campaign, European African Middle Eastern Campaign with 3 bronze stars, WWII Victory Medal and POW Medal. Retired from City of Detroit after 30 years of service as an electrician; 65 year member IBEW Local 58 Electrical Union and VFW. Visitation Thur. 6-8 pm and Fri. 3-8 pm at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc. 36900 Schoenherr Rd. at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Fri. 7:00 pm. Instate Sat. 9:00 am until 9:30 am time of Mass at St. Martin de Porres Church 31555 Hoover Rd. (N. of 13 Mile Rd.). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen appreciated. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" @ WujekCalcaterra.com | http://wujekcalcaterra.tributes.com/obituary/show/John-Edward-Plotkowski-96358552 | ||
| 57 | 4 | Jul, 2001 | PLYMAN, HERMAN R. | 81ST ENG/A | Unk. | 13222 Goff Road, Wilmer, AL 36587 CUB magazine returned, June 15, 2001 "Died." No other details available. | |
| 73 | 3 | Nov, 2017 | PODLASKI, EDMUND P. 'ED' | 422/H | 7/22/2017 | Ed Podlaski passed away at the age of 91. He was the loving husband of the late Leona, tremendous father of Linda Warren and Bruce Podlaski, grandfather of three and great-grandfather of five. Ed was a proud 1943 graduate of Pulaski High School and Marquette University. He served in the U.S. Army (106th Infantry Division) during World War II, captured during the Battle of the Bulge and was a POW for six months and a proud attendee of the 2010 Honor Flight. A proud retiree of Sears and Roebuck after 34 years, longtime member of St. Alexander Parish, having been a Trustee and a member of the Choir and New Life Chorus. He was a resident of Village at Manor Park, loved his Tuesday swim, card playing and reading. He was a great listener, tennis player, Packer fan and enjoyed daily walks with Victor. Thanks to all the caring and supportive staff throughout the whole VA Health care system. Reported by his daughter, Linda | |
| 59 | 1 | Oct, 2002 | POELLET, JOHN A. | 422/HQ | 11/7/2002 | 1517 Stnysor Drive, Bartlesville, OK 74006 his wife Pearl wrote "He died peacefully after fighting bean problems for a long time, Keep us in your prayers." | |
| 79 | 3 | Nov, 2023 | POGAR, WASSIL | 422 INF/SVC | 8/4/2001 | Wassil Pogar, formerly of Thirlwell Ave., Hazleton, PA, died at the age of 85 at the Smith Health Care Home, Mountaintop. Born in Minersville, he was the son of the late Andrew and Pauline Pogar, and lived in the Hazleton area all of his life. An Army veteran of World War II, he served with Company C in Service Command Unit 1488. He served in the European-African-Middle Eastern Theatre of Operations and took part in the Rhineland Campaign and Ardennes Campaign. During the Ardennes Campaign, the Battle of the Bulge, he was captured by German troops and sent to a Prisoner of War Camp, where he was held captive for a period of eight months. He received two Bronze Battle Stars, attributed to the Ardennes and Rhineland campaigns. Mr. Pogar was discharged in the rank of corporal. He was a life-member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 678 McAdoo. Wassil was employed by the Coca-Cola Co. for 26 years, and retired from the Miorelli Construction Company. He was a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic (Slovak) Church, Hazleton, and the Holy Name Society of the parish; the 3rd Order of St. Francis of the Holy Dormition Monastery, the Heights Fire Company, the Heights Rod and Gun Club, the Sierra Club, and was a 4th Degree Knight and Past Grand Knight of Hazleton Council 442 Knights of Columbus. Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, were his wife, the former Eleanor Kassick, Sept. 25, 1978; brothers, John and Michael Pogar; a grandson, Joseph Uliano; and a great-granddaughter, Angelina Uliano. Surviving are daughters, Mrs. Richard (Joan Ann) Onuschak, Hazleton, Mrs. Carlo (Patricia) Collevechio, Tresckow, and Mrs. Ronald (Sharon) Chiverella, Camp Hill; brothers, Peter Pogar, Hazleton, and Frank Pogar, Texas; a sister, Mrs. Albert (Anna) Yenchick, Sugarloaf; six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Submitted by Ron and Sharon (Pogar) Chivarella | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | POLLARD, JOHN M., SR. | 423/MED | 2/15/1994 | ||
| 55 | 1 | Oct., 1998 | POLLARD, JOHN M., SR. | 423/MEDIC | 2/1/1994 | 4818 High Point Rd, Greensboro, NC 27407 The last CUB magazine was returned. Pete House finally found that John had died February 1994. His son enjoyed reading the CUB all these years and we were not notified until they moved from that address. | |
| 61 | 3 | Jun, 2005 | PONZA, FRANK | 423/B | 12/10/2004 | 132 Evergreen Road Rm 353, Edison, NJ 0883 7 Death reported by Richard Rigatti, "Frank Ponta was in my squad, First Platoon as a Rifleman. He passed away December 10 2003. The New Jersey State Home for veterans could not give me any detail." | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | POOLE, JAMES L. | 423/A | 8/15/1998 | ||
| 55 | 1 | Oct., 1998 | POOLE, JAMES L. (LARRY) | 423/A | 8/1/1998 | 317 Shelby St Suite 205, Kingsport, TN 37660 Jack Behling informed us that Poole Larry had died in July or August 1998. He is survived by his wife Patricia and three sons | |
| 79 | 3 | Nov, 2023 | POPE, ROBERT E. | 590 FABN | 7/20/2023 | Robert E. (Bob) Pope, age 99, of East Amherst, New York passed away on July 20, 2023. Bob was the beloved husband of the late Carol Lomastro Pope (nee Lomastro); loving father of Roann (Tom) Brown, Robin (Peter) Weber and Michelle Pope; grandfather of three and great-grandfather of one; dear friend of Marie Mease and Thomas Burgasser. Bob is also survived by his many neighbors and friends at Solstice at East Amherst where he lived for many years. Bob was a proud and decorated WWII Army veteran who participated in the Ardennes Rhineland Campaign, a former POW and was instrumental in establishing and operating Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital working as the Director of Development and Public Relations for both hospitals. Bob lived the Army philosophy of Honor by carrying out, acting, and living the values of respect, duty, loyalty, selfless service, integrity and personal courage in everything he did. He leaves behind a rich legacy of stories and memories for those who knew him. Bob will be interred with military honors at the Western New York National Cemetery. | |
| 58 | 3 | Apr, 2002 | POST, LAWRENCE W. | 422/11 | 2/3/2002 | 4510 Goldfinch Dr,, Madison, WI 53714-3216 "Larry" was 77 years of age. He married Virginia "Ginny' Hanley on Feb. 6, 1947 at St, Bernard's Catholic Church in Madison, Wisconsin, where they were still members. Larry attended Madison Central High and entered military service in 1943, He was a "heavy Weapons" NCO, Seriously wounded and captured on 16 December 1944 and liberated 15 April 1945. A member of VFW. American Legion, DAV and past local commander for the badger Chapter- POW, Larry and Ginny were frequent attenders to the 106th Infantry Division Association's reunions, including Arizona, Florida, S.C., Va. Mo, III and Indiana and the most recent in Washington D.C. Larry was employed at the University of Wisconsin residence halls for 28 years. He and Virginia, retired in 1986. Larry enjoyed woodworking, creating beautiful furniture for his family and friends. He enjoyed traveling especially to Arizona and Alabama to see hiswartime buddy, Calvin. In addition to his wife, Virginia Post, of 55 years, survivors include his sons, Larry Post Jr. (Betty) of Sun Prairie, Tom Post (Vicki) of Mt. Horeb. David Post of Madison, his daughters Mary Post and Theresa Post; his grandsons, Paul and Todd and his great-grandson Ryley James Post and numerous friends. nephews and nieces. | |
| 52 | 4 | Jul., 1996 | POST, LAWRENCE W. | 422/H | 12/8/1995 | 4510 Goldfinch Dr., Madison, WI 53714 Survived by Virginia his wife. No other details known. | |
| 58 | 2 | Jan, 2002 | POTTER, RAYMOND E. | DIV/HQ | 6/6/2001 | 5014 Cedar Lane, Pell City, AL 35128 His son, Richard, notified us his father had died 6 June 2001. His mailing address is: Potter, Bryant & Moore, 617 South 38. St., Birmingham, AL | |
| 63 | 4 | Nov, 2007 | POTTS, ARTHUR WYMAN | 424/K | 10/9/2007 | 2553 Heathrow Lane, Manasquan NJ.. 08736 Judy Smith (Potts), his daughter, from Aberdeen, New Jersey, wrote" -My father passed away peacefully during the evening. A memorial service was held Friday October 12 at the First Presbyterian Church in Manasquan." | |
| 62 | 3 | Jun, 2006 | POTTS, WILLIAM M. | 424/K | 4/25/2006 | 8179 Sandwedge Terrace, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952 Potts died of complications following 2way bypass surgery. He retired in 1983 after thirty-five years with Union Carbide Corporation where he was a Project Manager & Senior Programmer Analyst. Potts was a graduate of Upsala College. East Orange. NJ.. class of 1950. He got married in 1952. He and his wife, Thelma Ann Ring, lived in Pompton Plains. Mahwah and Brick, New Jersey. In retirement they lived in Jensen Beach. Stuart and Port St. Lucie. Florida. During retirement he took more than 70 cruises with his wife and sometimes included his children. He served two years in "C" company. "5th" Battalion of the New Jersey State Guard. while attending high school. had his basic training at Camp Blanding. IRC. Florida. He was a military book club member and avid reader of WW II books. Late January 1945 Potts was a replacement in "K" Company. 424" Regiment as a machine gunner. His living identical twin brother. Arthur Potts was also a member of -IC Company. He is survived by his wife. Thelma Ann Potts. two daughters and four grandchildren. | |
| 63 | 4 | Nov, 2007 | POWELL, EUGENE MONDT | 422/A | 11/10/2007 | 456 Christian Heralds Road, Valley Cottage, NY 10989 One of the family wrote: "Our Dad died peacefully at his home on Saturday November 10, in the company of people who love him. He was a wonderful, kind, talented and courageous man with a positive attitude and a terrific sense of humor. We really miss him, but at the same time glad that he is released from the physical and emotional pain that he suffered with his three-year battle with cancer. We are so fortunate that dad was able to attend the three-year special Veteran's Day ceremony. | |
| 55 | 3 | Apr, 1999 | POWELL, ROBERT A. | 590/HQ | 10/27/1998 | 660 River Oak Court, Salisbury, MD 21801-5366 An e-mail from Betty, George's wife, "Mr. Kline, I know that Bob had some e-mail correspondence with you and wanted you to know he died October 27, ;998, while we were on a Jazz Cruise Ship, Norway, He was a POW Stalag 4-B, POW tag 312253. He was a Communications Sergeant, He wrote an excellent account of his experiences, it really sounds like a carbon copy of the trials suffered by others," | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | POWELL, ROBERT A. | 590/HQ | 10/17/1998 | ||
| 73 | 1 | Mar, 2017 | POWER, HAROLD 'HAL' | 422/C | 2/20/2017 | We are saddened to inform you of the recent passing of Harold Power, father of our member Elise Power. A memorial service was held on March 3 in Stern Chapel with a reception following in Linz Hall. Mr. Power will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA at a later date. We know that you join us in extending our heartfelt prayers and condolences to Elise and her family. L"shalom, Rabbi David Stern Harold “Hal” Power, 92, of Plano, was born on April 9, 1924, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Philip and Rose Power. Hal is a true American hero, who proudly served our country in the United States Army during World War II. Hal saved the lives of fellow American soldiers behind enemy lines during the Battle of the Bulge in the European Theater of War. He was a part of Company C/HQ, 422 Infantry Regiment, 106th Infantry Division and earned: Combat Infantryman Badge, two Bronze Stars with “V” pin for valor, Good Conduct medal, four Purple Hearts, German-held Prisoner of War Medal with three battle stars and other awards. He is a 1943 graduate of The School of Modern Photography. He retired from Shell Oil after 36 years, where he served in many capacities, including supervising photographic activities to Vice President of Press Relations. In his early years, Hal enjoyed sailing and taking his family on Wind Jammer Cruises. Most recently, Hal was an active resident of The Legacy at Willow Bend Senior Community in Plano, whom he considered his extended family. Hal got so much pleasure by being with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; being involved in their activities — football, soccer, hockey, dance, gymnastics and all family traditions, birthdays and Thanksgiving, brought him great joy. Hal was larger than life and truly enjoyed living. He was a charming man, who radiated charisma and a sense of gratitude in everything he did. Hal was a true mensch and a man of valor. His “I Did It My Way” mentality brought him great successes in his family, career, fullness and longevity of life into his final days. His zest for life and his love for others will be remembered for years to come. Hal will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his parents, Hal was preceded in death by his wife, Rita Power; and sister, Helen Kokofsky. He is survived by his daughter, Elise Power (David Becker) of Dallas; son, Jeffrey (Laura) Power of Houston; grandchildren, Penny (Matt) Otwell of Frisco, Lindy (Jarrett) Lowry of McKinney, Elizabeth Power of Houston; great-grandchildren, Josh, Jett, Ava, Max, Griffin, Sydney, Harper, and Aiden; niece, Sylvia (Larry) Sherman; and nephews, Larry (Nancy) Rubin and Ira Rubin. The family would like to thank both the loving devoted and caring staff and residents at The Legacy Willow Bend and VITAS Healthcare. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Temple Emanu-El, Legacy Senior Communities (6101 Ohio Dr. #100, Plano, TX 75024), Vitas Healthcare – Vitas Community Connection (8585 N. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 200-S, Dallas, TX 75247), Daughters of WWII (www. daughtersofww2.org, 5600 Lovers Lane, Suite 116, Dallas, TX 75209) or to the charity of your choice. Ted Dickey West Funeral Home, Dallas, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Those wishing to send their condolences or sign the online guestbook may visit www.teddickeywestfuneral.com. Reported by his daughter Elise Power | |
| 67 | 3 | Dec, 2011 | POWER, RITA | LIFETIME NON-VETERAN MEMBER | 10/2/2011 | Mrs. Rita Power of Houston passed away peacefully Sunday morning, the 2nd of October 2011, at her home in North Houston. Immediate survivors include her husband, Harold “Hal” Power; daughter, Elise Power of Dallas; and son, Jeffrey Power of Houston. The family gathered for a Memorial Service at Temple Emanuel in Dallas, Texas on October 26, 2011, and an interment service at Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia which was presided over by a chaplain with the rank of General on Friday, October 28, 2011. Golden Lion Hal Power (422/C) said in a recent email to family and friends, “thoughts and prayers are a tribute to my beautiful wife and best friend for more than 66 wonderful years.” Reported by her husband, Golden Lion Hal Power (422/C) of Houston, Texas | |
| 78 | 1 | Mar, 2022 | POWERS, ALVIN T., JR. | 422/HQ | 12/22/2014 | Alan “Bud” Powers, age 91, died peacefully on December 22, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy, his daughter, Toni, and two grandchildren. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. Born in Billings, Montana, he graduated from Benson Polytechnic High School and entered the service in May of 1943. He received his training at Camp Wheeler in Georgia and the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa under the Army Specialized Training Program. A member of the 106th Infantry Division, he was captured at the Battle of the Bulge and held prisoner in Stalag II D until the end of the war. During his service he earned several medals, including the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. He was inducted into the Oregon Military Hall of Fame in 2009. After the war, he pursued his love of drafting and carpentry and worked in that field until his retirement. He and his wife then moved to Central Oregon, where he enjoyed his favorite hobby of fishing and spending time with his family. Reported by Jackie Coy | |
| 78 | 3 | Nov, 2022 | POWERS, WILLIAM M. | 422/H | 1/31/2019 | William “Bill” Powers passed away on January 31, at the age of 94. Bill was born and raised in Newton, MA, but lived in Needham for 60 years. He served in the 106th Infantry Division in WWII, and survived the Battle of the Bulge. Bill taught in the Newton and Brookline Public Schools, and was the Needham School Superintendent for 18 years, from 1961 until he retired in 1979. He was a Newton alderman, a Needham selectman and a Needham Town Meeting member for 41 years. A lifelong tennis player, Bill was inducted into the New England Tennis Hall of Fame. He was a member of the Longwood Cricket Club and served as a regional President of the U.S. Tennis Association. He is survived by Sally, his loving wife of 68 years, his sons Bill, Ted and Ben, and his beloved grandchildren. Reported by Jackie Coy | https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/wickedlocal-needham/obituary.aspx?n=william-m-powers&pid=191476113&fhid=15270 |
| 71 | 2 | Jul, 2015 | PRATER, MARION D. 'DOUG' | 81ST ENG/A | 9/7/2009 | Golden Lion Marion Prater was captured during the Battle of the Bulge and spent the rest of the war as a POW around Leipzig. He wrote a book describing his ordeal entitled, “Kreegie – A World War II Prisoner of War Remembers,” which was published in 1999 by his employer, H.G. Patillo of Decatur, GA in a limited number. He died in Signal Mountain (Chattanooga), TN, two months before his 86th birthday. Reported by his son, Mark | |
| 64 | 1 | Mar, 2008 | PRATHER, ROBERT E. | 422/HQ | Unk. | 2751 Reche Canyon Rd #59, Colton, CA 92324 | |
| ADD | PRAZNIK, LOUIS F. | 81 ENG (C)/A | 11/2/2017 | Louis F. Praznik May 10, 1924 ~ November 2, 2017 (age 93) Trenary Louis F. Praznik, age 93, of Trenary, died late Thursday evening, November 2, 2017 at Brookridge Heights Assisted Living in Marquette under the loving care of his family and U.P. Home Health & Hospice. He was born on May 10, 1924 in Hibbing, MN to Frank and Josephine (Mihelich) Praznik. Louis grew up on the family farm in Trenary and graduated from Trenary High School. On March 19, 1943, he entered into the U.S. Army and was trained on air compressors. He served stateside and before he was sent to Europe, he married Aili Elizabeth Salminen on September 30, 1944. Louis was involved in battles and campaigns in Northern France, Central Europe, Rhineland, and Ardennes. On the morning of the Battle of the Bulge, Louis was separated from the 106th Infantry Division while tending to his truck. While under German attack, his division saw his truck blown up just prior to their capture. Louis was MIA and wandered and hid through the German countryside until repatriated with troops. During that time, Aili knew in her heart that he would come home. He was discharged on November 11, 1945 with the Good Conduct, WWII Victory, and American Campaign Medals and the EAME Ribbon with four bronze battle stars. Louis returned home to Aili and they began raising their family. He drove a milk truck and worked for Trudeau"s Plumbing and Heating. They moved to Redford Township where Louis went to work for Caloia Plumbing and Heating. They were members of Lola Park Evangelical Lutheran Church and he enjoyed bowling, hunting, and fishing. At age sixty-two, he retired and returned home to Trenary where he was a member of St. Martin"s Lutheran Church in Rapid River and the Ikkala Brothers V.F.W. Post. Louis loved having his family with him and he and Aili were a beautiful and loving couple. He is survived by his wife of over seventy-three years – Aili Praznik of Trenary; their children – Doriine (Kirby) Adkins of Keyser, WV, Louis (Gail) Praznik of Marquette, Lorrie (John) Osentoski of Cass City, MI, Robert (Jill) Praznik of Richland, WA, Richard Praznik of Westland, MI, and Jack (Kathy) Praznik of Lebanon, MO; thirteen grandchildren – Christine, Brad, Lisa, Kyle, Kelli, Olivia, Sally, Angie, Ashley, Felicia, Levi, Dallas, and Nash; numerous great-grandchildren with one more on the way; and numerous nieces and nephews. Louis was preceded in death by his parents, sister Josephine (Frank) Debelak, and brother Frank (Margie) Praznik. Services will be held at the Sion Lutheran Church in Chatham on Friday, November 10, 2017. Visitation will from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Rev. Phil Paustian of St. Martin"s Lutheran Church will conduct his funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be at the Pine Grove Cemetery where members of the V.F.W and American Legion and Vietnam Veterans Honor Guards will conduct military honors. Suggested memorials in Louis memory should be made to U.P. Home Health and Hospice, 1125 W. Ridge Street, Marquette, MI 49855. | https://www.bowermanfuneralhome.net/notices/Louis-Praznik | ||
| 76 | 3 | Dec, 2020 | PRELL, DONALD B. | 422/AT | 7/28/2020 | Don was born on July 7, 1924, in Los Angeles, where he graduated from high school and enrolled as a freshman at UCLA. In 1944, he was commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant, in command of the Anti-Tank Company, 422nd regiment, 106th Infantry Division. He was wounded and captured during the Battle of the Bulge. In March of 1945, he was briefly freed by a clandestine U.S. Army mission authorized by General George S. Patton, Jr., ostensibly to rescue his son-in-law. The raid was a fiasco, with many POW casualties, and Prell was recaptured after only a few days. After the war, he graduated from UCLA where he was an active member of the American Veterans Committee which was committed to integrating the U.S. Military. While studying for his graduate degree in Psychology at the University of London, and working as a psychologist, he also was associated with many of the early designers of high-speed computer devices. In 1957, he created Datamation, the first magazine dedicated solely to the emerging computer-data-processing industry. He is the author of six books and four journal articles on subjects of particular interest to him, including English literature and psychology. In 1960, Don married Elizabeth Howe, a novelist and the assistant editor of Datamation. They have two children. Excerpted from Wikipedia | |
| 58 | 2 | Jan, 2002 | PRENDERGAST, RICHARD M. | 422/H | Unk. | 3574 N Oakland Ave A pt 207, Shorewood, WI 53211 | |
| ADD | PRESCOTT, EUGENE L. | 422/H | 2/14/2016 | Eugene L. "Gene" Prescott, age 91, of Hot Springs, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 14, 2016. He was born on June 14, 1924, in Memphis, Tennessee, the son of Eugene Roy Prescott and Inez Strickland Prescott. He was preceded in death by his parents. On May 13, 1944, he was married to Lorene Ford. Gene and Lorene's life was a true love story. He was a member of the Airport Road Church of Christ and served as an Elder with the Church of Christ for over forty years. Gene honorably served his country in the United States Army during World War II, where he was captured at the Battle of the Bulge, and held as a Prisoner of War (POW) at Stalag IX-B, and was awarded the Purple Heart medal. He retired from Bell South Phone Company. He was truly a wonderful and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, and will be greatly missed by everyone who was blessed to have known him. He is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Lorene Prescott of Hot Springs; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Eugene L. Prescott of Conway and Bill and Lori Prescott of Sherwood; five grandchildren and their spouses, Melissa and Steven Runyon of Benton, Reid Prescott of Bryant, Ryan and Kailani McClain and Alicia and Gabe Ford, all of Phoenix, Arizona and Zach Thomas of Sherwood; three great-grandchildren, Charlie Runyon of Benton, Jonathan McClain and Remy Ford both of Phoenix, Arizona; one sister, Audrey Johnson Gay of Olive Branch, Mississippi; one brother-in-law, Jim Moffett; special friends, Jack and Vickey Smith and Danny and JoAnne Vaughn; nieces, nephews and extended family members; and a host of wonderful friends. Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, February 17, 2016, in the Airport Road Church of Christ with Jack Smith officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening, 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at the funeral home. Interment will be Thursday, February 18, 2016, at 11:00 AM, in the Memorial Park Cemetery in Memphis, Tennessee. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Hot Springs. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Airport Road Church of Christ and residents of Beacon Manor. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Airport Road Church of Christ Youth Group, 948 Airport Road, Hot Springs, Arkansas, 71913. | http://www.davis-smith.com/obituary/Eugene-L.-Gene-Prescott/Hot-Springs-AR/1590136 | ||
| 70 | 1 | Mar, 2014 | PRESTON, WALLACE M. | 422/HQ, 2ND BN | 9/30/2003 | Golden Lion Wallace Preston enlisted in the U.S. Army at age 17, and was assigned to the U.S. Army Specialized Training Program (reserve) in July 1943. Sent to the University of Maine at Orono, ME for education. In December 1943, the program was shutdown and he was inducted into service at Fort Devens. After finishing basic in March 1944, he was sent to Camp Atterbury, IN and was assigned to the 422nd. A veteran of the Battle of the Bulge, he never saw a German soldier or fired his weapon during his short time on the front line. On December 19th, his unit was surrendered and he was marched off as a prisoner of war at Stalag IV B in Muhlberg, Germany. He would not be liberated until April 12, 1945. Reported by his daughter Maryann Preston | https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/wallace-preston-obituary?pid=1445167 |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PRETTY, EMOR C. | 423/H | Unk. | ||
| 53 | 4 | Jul., 1997 | PRETTY, EMOR C. | 423/H | 4/20/1997 | 12222 Paradise Village Pkwy South 220A, Phoenix, AZ 85302 Emor joined the Association July 1989. Linda, daughter of Emor, write, "It is with great sadness that I notify you of the death of my father, Emor C. Pretty. Dad passed away Sunday evening, April 20, 1997, after complications with surgery. He passed comfortably with his family at his bedside. My mother, Clara, will remain in Phoenix." | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PREUCEL, ROBERT, W. DR. | 424/D | 1/8/1995 | ||
| 60 | 2 | Mar, 2004 | PREWETT, EDWARD A. | 424/B | 1/30/2004 | 7831 Lone tree Way, Brentwood, C4 94513 Edward A, Prewett died January 30, 2004 at his home on Lone Tree Way at the age of 82. Prewert was a PFC. in Company "B" of the 424th combat infantry regiment the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart, He continued to attend annual gatherings of this division throughout his later life. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Reddie Prewett, his 3 children and 6 grandsons, From his daughter, Vonnie Lemke: "One of dad's last requests was for us to display his 106th reunion picture and his medals at his memorial service, He also asked us to print copies of the article he wrote th T. C. (April/May June 2002), He was proud of his service to his country and his affiliation with the 106.. He was president of the 106th division association in 1993-1994 and he and mom hosted the first Golden Lion reunion west of the Mississippi in Sacramento in 1990, The Association honored dad and mom with the Order of the Golden Lion in 1996," | |
| 61 | 1 | Dec, 2004 | PREWETT, EDWARD A. | 424/B | Unk. | ||
| 72 | 1 | Mar, 2016 | PREWETT, EDWARD A. | 423/B | 1/30/2004 | Reported by Don Prell | |
| ADD | PREWETT, REDDIE | 423 | 5/8/2016 | Reddie Prewett passed away on May 8, at the age of 91 years. She was born Mary Alice Yelland, on July 5, 1924. When her father saw her bright red hair he declared, “This is my little Reddie!” and that was her nickname for her entire life. Reddie was raised in the quiet little town of Clarksburg, California, as the fourth of six children. When she was a youngster, she surprised her parents by announcing that she was Chinese … her teacher had mentioned that every fourth child in the world was Chinese. After high school, she attended the College of the Pacific (now UOP) in Stockton. During World War II, she served in the Navy, working at several naval hospitals around the country. She liked to refer to her rank as "bedpan commando." She was also in the bugle core and was part of a singing platoon that once appeared on the Perry Como Show. After the war, Reddie returned to college. In 1947, on a college field trip to Death Valley, she met Ed Prewett, who was attending Cal Berkeley after his service in the Army. They met on Palm Sunday, were engaged on Good Friday and married the following September. They created a home in Ed"s hometown of Brentwood, where they raised their children, Vonnie, Jo and Ed. Reddie was full of life. For more than 60 years, she was an active member of the community, serving as 4H leader, room mother, junior choir director and PTA president, as well as participating in the Oakley Woman"s Club and with United Methodist Women. She also enjoyed her PEO sorority, bridge club, neighborhood gatherings, and the Out to Lunch Bunch. Reddie was first and foremost a homemaker. She was also a vocational nurse, working at the Delta Memorial Hospital, several Methodist Church summer camps and in private homes. An accomplished singer, she shared her love of music by singing for many church and community events. At various times, she had small parts in community-theater productions. When she and Ed retired, they continued to work the family walnut farm, traveled extensively and enjoyed relaxing at their cabin at Lake Tahoe, often sharing laughter there with family and friends. Born the day after the 4th of July, Reddie often referred to herself as a "left over fire cracker," and she really did sparkle! She never met a stranger, brightening the day with her sunny smile and opening her heart to everyone. On May 8, she was singing in the shower when the assistant asked if she was ready for breakfast. She replied with her motto, “Reddie is always ready.” She passed shortly after that. It seems fitting that such a wonderful mother should get her wings on Mother"s Day. She filled lives with joy, stability, strength and love - a wonderful example of a life well lived. She leaves behind her three children, Vonnie (Bert) Lemke, Jo (Jerry) Tennant and Ed (Pam) Prewett; six grandchildren, Zeb (Em) Lemke, Cole Lemke, Jason (Amber) Tennant, Tuck (Megan)Tennant and Grafton and Harrison Prewett; four great grandchildren, Rory and Reese Tennant and Callum and Wren Lemke; her "Swiss daughter" Dorothee (Urs); a generously extended family; and a multitude of dear friends, who will miss and remember her. The family is especially thankful for Lupe Fameitau for faithfully caring for Reddie these past six years, and they also much appreciate the loving support given by other care providers and thoughtful friends. Reddie supported many charities. Memorial donations can be made to the Brentwood Community Methodist Church, the East Contra Costa Historical Society, the Village Community Resource Center or a charity of your choice. A memorial celebration will be held at the Brentwood Community Methodist Church, on Tuesday, July 5, at 2:30 p.m. | https://www.thepress.net/obituaries/reddie-prewett/article_1e502e38-1d21-11e6-9a14-330c632097da.html | ||
| ADD | PRICE, ARTHUR | 423 INF | 12/28/1944 | Corporal Arthur Fred Price, my father--died on December 28, 1944, in the Battle of the Bulge. As a twenty-year-old combat engineer in the 172nd Battalion, you were the victim of a land mine as you were helping to erect a bridge across the Rhine River. Although I was only three months old when you answered Draft Order Number 11756 and was not yet two-years-old when you died, I love and respect you. Through both your life and your death, you have exemplified regard for family, for others, and for country. You still demonstrate sacrifice and love to me, to your grandchild, to your two great-grandchildren, to your family, to your hometown, to your county, and even to your country. Exactly one month before your death, an unexpected reunion came for you and your brother in Liege, Belgium. Your brother was in Company C, 423 Infantry Regiment, 106th Division ("Golden Lion") and was sitting in a Belgian restaurant. He looked up and saw you walking down the street. He had not seen you since the war started in 1941! Your brother let out the loud whistle that only he could do. You immediately turned and ran into his outstretched arms. What a wonderful early Christmas present for you both! The photographs you two had made together in Liege were the last ones of my father. The family still proudly displays the photos of the two brothers. My mother and my grandfather ("Pop") always made sure I remembered you, loved you, and treasured you: our family hero. Pop always introduced me to the customers in his North Carolina dry goods store as your daughter. "This is the Toodle," he would say. "Her father was killed in service." Pop gave his introduction of me the same way each time. He always swallowed hard after the words, and he always paused for a moment to allow the customer to ponder the meaning of what he had just said. Somehow I knew that thinking about your death made Pop sad, but I knew also that he was proud of you--and of me. Pop helped keep your memory alive in the community and in the family; he served as a surrogate father to me. In the movies, a military officer and chaplain arrive to render bad news. My mother and I were the only ones at home on the rainy day when the telegraph operator brought the telegram about your death. We were without a phone, a car, or even a close neighbor to run to for solace. Mother told me how she cried and held on to me--the last bit of you she had--as the messenger drove away in the downpour. I seem to remember the day, but I am sure I was too young. Your interment was in the United States Military Cemetery, Margraten, Holland, Plot P, Row 1, Grave 20. You were in a foreign country, but you were with those who were grateful for your sacrifice. Mother never stopped loving you and remembering you. She often told me how you read the comics to me each morning. She said you always held me after you got home from work--even if you had to get me out of my crib. She reminded me that you sang "You Are My Sunshine" and "Melancholy Baby" to me when I was fretful and that you never stopped smiling at me. Before you shipped overseas, you asked a 40-year-old bachelor friend of yours to make certain Mother and I were cared for well if something bad happened. And care for us he did! He came to the store and introduced himself to us after your death. Later, he showed us the note you had written. He married my Mama and loved both of us as only a mature man could do. He understood a strong work ethic, duty, honor, unselfishness, responsibility, and love, and he taught them to me by example. Later he modeled these priceless traits for my son, whom you never saw--or maybe you did. He spoke of you always with respect, and he never was jealous of your memory. In April of 1949, the United States Army Transport Haiti Victory brought you--Corporal Arthur Fred Price, 34778984--back to the United States at the request of our family. I was six and remember the ceremony well. The whole family was there and glad to be with you again. My father, please know that you still touch the world from your resting place in Grave 886, Section B, of the National Cemetery in Salisbury, North Carolina. Because of your legacy, I was able to secure a doctorate and earn the money to help to send your grandson to Duke. These tangible gifts were from you! Your intangible ones are carried close to my heart. My grandson Robert (your great-grandson) accompanied us to the Memorial Gardens in Forest City, North Carolina. As a six-year-old just learning to read, he knelt on the ground and brushed the dust from your name plate. Then he said words that brought tears to the eyes of my husband and me. "When I get to heaven, I am going to find Arthur, and I am going to say, 'Hey, Arthur!' He is going to say, 'Who are you, little boy?' I am going to smile and say, 'I am Robert. I know about you, but you don't know me. I am your GREAT-grandson. I know what you did for all of us. Let's sit down. I will tell you all about me.'" When I look at your picture and when I see a resemblance in my son's face, I know you are still with us. You would be proud of your grandson and his loving family. What an impact you made in twenty short years, Dad! Thank you for your life, a rich gift that we still cherish. Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 28, 1944. | https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/arthur-price-obituary?pid=179065180 | ||
| ADD | PRICE, FALLS W. | 423/C | 1/29/2017 | Sossoman Funeral Home Obituary Falls was born on July 12, 1919 and passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2017. Falls was a resident of Valdese, North Carolina at the time of his passing. Mr. Price was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII. He was married to Mary. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 pm Wednesday February 1 2017 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 12 pm Thursday February 2 2017 at Morganton First Church of God 675 Summers Road Morganton with the Rev. Jon McDivitt the Rev. Don Smith the Rev. John Henderson and Lt. Chaplain Travis Coffey officiating. Burial will follow at Burke Memorial Park with military honors provided by the N.C. National Guard and the Caldwell County Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to Burke Hospice and Palliative Care Inc. 1721 Enon Road Valdese NC 28690. | https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/falls-price-obituary?pid=183890838 | ||
| 63 | 3 | Aug, 2007 | PRIELOZNY, WILLIAM J. | 589/A | 5/2/2007 | 3800 N. California Street, Rh1239 Chicago. IL 94513 William's wife Vera Prielozny preceded him in death. He is survived by three daughters Peggy Prielozny, Elizabeth Prielozny and Roberta Prielozny | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PRINCE, ROBERT | 422/HQ | 1/10/1993 | ||
| 52 | 3 | Apr, 1996 | PROKORYM, CASIMIR | 81ST ENG/HQ | Unk. | 2520 Chestnut St, Stuebenville, OH 43952 A (timer member of the Association Board he and his wife attended numerous reunions. Unknown. | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PROKORYM, CASIMIR T. | 81ST ENG/HQ | 2/1/1996 | ||
| 56 | 3 | Apr, 2000 | PUETT, JOSEPH F. | 423/HQ 2BN | 4/13/2000 | 8592 Roswell Rd #525, Atlanta, GA Colonel Joe, colorful Commander of the 2nd Battalion of the 423rd Combat Infantry Regiment, was living alone in an assisted living facility at the time of his death. He attended many of the 106th Reunions since he joined the Association in 1975. No other information is available. 1 did receive a call from his son Joseph Puett, Jr. and several other 423rd veterans. At the time of the Battle of the Bulge the 2nd battalion was in reserve and was called on to assist the withdrawal of the 423rd Regiment from the Scheifele positions. Much of this has been written in several of the books relating to the battle. His appearance at the annual reunions will be missed. | |
| 78 | 2 | Jul, 2022 | PUGSLEY, EARL C. | QM | 6/21/2017 | Earl C. Pugsley, 94, of Anderson, IN, passed away June 21, 2017, at the St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital. He was born on November 24, 1922 in Millford, MA. He served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He worked for Nicholson File for more than 40 years and later at Anderson Community Schools. He was an avid gardener, and avid fan of his beloved Boston Red Sox and Notre Dame football. Earl is survived by his loving spouse, Catherine Higgins Pugsley, who he married on December 25, 1942, his son, James, two grandchildren and many nieces and nephews — all from southern California. Reported by his son, Jim | https://www.loosefuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Earl-Pugsley/#!/Obituary |
| 76 | 2 | Jul, 2020 | PURINGTON, CHARLES O. | 106TH | 5/16/2020 | Charles O. Purington, a WWII Veteran, Purple Heart recipient and former POW, who was fondly known by his friends as Charlie or Chas, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2020. Charles was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Madeline Purington, on March 17, 2018, his daughter Jeanette Myers (Jimmy) in 2015, his brother Walter Purington and brother Herbert Purington in 2016. Surviving family members include his children: Diana Cushing (Alan) of Columbia, SC. Paulette Paisley (Peter) of Eliot Maine, Steven Purington of Green Cove Springs Florida; grandchildren: Steven Kelleher (Samantha), Charles Kelleher (Tracey), Brenda Starnes (Rick), Ben Paisley (Lidieth) and eight great grandchildren. Survivors also include his brothers Richard Purington of AK, and his sister Margaret Phelan of ME and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Charles was born in Greenfield, MA on November 6, 1925 and was raised through his formative years through the great depression. This experience would impact the way he lived his life and raised his family. Charles volunteered to join the Army after completing high school and was selected for the officers" training school beginning of the school year in 1943. Due to the war this program was closed, and he was transferred to the infantry where he would serve as a machine gunner with the 106th Infantry Division. In the Army, Charles quickly distinguished himself by receiving a commendation before entering battle when he and another solider, PFC Alfred Colebourn, captured two escaped German soldiers while stationed in England. From there his unit was deployed to Belgium and participated in the Battle of the Bulge. Charles was captured on December 19, 1944 by the Germans after his squad was killed in a mortar attack. Charles and the rest of the prisoners were sent to a POW camp located in Eastern Germany via train, which was bombed by the Allies because it was thought to contain German soldiers. Eventually Charles and other POWs were put to work in a factory making blankets for German soldiers. They did get some satisfaction from this by making the blankets extra thin and imagining the German soldiers shivering under their blankets. He would end up being sent to a total of three POW camps. While at the last POW camp the POWs noticed that during severe thunderstorms the Germans turned off the electric fences. During the next storm, the POWs cut a hole in the fence and escaped. Charles spent the remaining months of the war with Russian soldiers, our allies in WWII. Charles, who had been reported missing initially in the Greenfield paper after the 106th division was listed as annihilated, returned home aboard the Queen Elizabeth. Charles never talked about the war, the only reason we have this much information is he agreed to be interviewed by one of his grandsons and his heroism was finally documented. Charles retired from the Kendell Company in 1990 after 43 years of dedicated service. Throughout his life he was a dedicated outdoorsman, he shot his first deer at the age of 12. Charles had a passion for shooting, hunting and boating. While living in his home state of Massachusetts he would take his family skiing almost every weekend during the winter season. He had true Yankee Ingenuity and was always working with his hands. So many family photos show him bent over, working on a project of some sort — could have been a boat motor, his work bench or any other contraption that needed his attention. He would find a solution to almost any problem. He even built his own boat and water skis, as well as arrows for his bowhunting. Later in life this passion for the outdoors and for tinkering steered him towards golf. He was first introduced to the game when he and his son were entered into a company tournament. Charles was not happy with his first attempt at golf, so he applied himself to the task of learning the game, like so much in his life he persevered and became an accomplished player. He ultimately achieved two of the most desired feats for a golfer: making a hole-in-one (of which he had numerous) and he was able to shoot his age. Once he achieved this milestone, he was able to do so on a regular basis right up until the time he stopped playing the game in his late 80s. Most importantly, he was a great person to spend time with on the golf course. Friends and family members cherished their time with him on the links. Whether it was a local game or a road trip with friends, he had the right amount of humor, competitive spirit and eagerness to help others. Published in The Augusta Chronicle on May 21, 2020 Reported by Jim West | |
| 71 | 1 | Mar, 2015 | PURKEY, ERNEST, DR. | 423/A | 12/29/1996 | Reported by Rick Barrow | |
| 56 | 1 | Oct, 1999 | PURTELL, WILLIAM E. | 81ST ENG/A | 1/16/1993 | ||
| 50 | 2 | Jan., 1994 | PURTELL, WILLIAM E. | 81ST ENG/A | 1/16/1993 | ||
| 59 | 1 | Oct, 2002 | PUSKARICH, CHARLES H. 'CHUCK' | 424/M | 9/10/2002 | W238 N4625 Woodsedge, Pewaukee, WI 53072 age 80 years, Loving husband of Ann, Dear Father of Charlene Kosterman, Janice Mundt, Doriane Pored. Victoria Gronoski; Grandfather of Tinamarie and Gina Biancuzzo, Nathan Mundt and Tony Pored, Great-grandfather of Jordan Licrnpeck, Further survived by a host of friends and relatives, Thanks to the ER staff of the West Allis Memorial Hospital, Battle of the Bulge participant and holder of the Purple lean for wounds received, Member of several service organizations, Dedicated volunteer of the local Veterans Administration' 34 years as an employee of Singer Sewing Machines and owner of "Chuck's Sewing Machine." |
106th Infantry Division Obituaries (2449 Obits; 263 Unpublished)
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