Marine Corps - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Marine Corp photo request

krzyrob — 7 Oct 2007 5:07:36 GMT

I am looking for a photo of my uncle who died while in the Marines. I never got to meet him. I am hoping someone will have a picture of him in his dress blues or otherwise. I know he graduated from MCRD San Diego on Oct. 19, 1953 from 5th rtbn in case anyone has a graduation book. He went from there to Camp Pendelton to G Company, 2nd Bn, 2nd Infantry training regiment. His name was James C. Hillian. Thank You

pictures

skyo258 — 29 Jul 2008 12:22:40 GMT

hi i am trying to find any one who knows john m duffy sr for i need pictures of him in the marines thanks.

Is it possible to locate an ex-Marine if you don't know where he was stationed?

4mygrls — 21 Aug 2007 10:24:25 GMT

I am looking for my father, Jim Watson. All I know is that he was in the Marines but already out by the time i was born which was in 1968. The only other info i have is he might have been around 22-24 yrs old in 1968 and he lived in Dana Point, California. He either worked or owned a gas station. He wanted to marry my mother and relocate to Carmel, California. I am at a loss as to how to begin to locate him. Can anyone help?

Record look up...HELP!

gmorton90 — 17 Mar 2008 3:24:10 GMT

Would like to have some help in gaining information on Tom Mulloy Trotti, kia Iwo Jima, 2/22/1945.

Looking for the information on the registration card and Enlistment records, and any other infomation there might be that could be shared with me. The info. I have on Tom is very limited.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

G-Niece of the late Lt.Col. Tom M. Trotti, USMC

Rose Marie BAUMANN Farwell 1923-2008

Lace_Lynch — 9 Mar 2008 3:54:01 GMT

SALEM, OHIO – Rose Marie Baumann Farwell, 84, of Green Township, Salem, died at 6:35 p.m. Friday at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown, OHIO.

Rose was born June 18, 1923 in Johnson City, Tenn., the daughter of Frank and Willie (Meredith) Baumann.

She sold Amway and Electrolux Sweepers, and she also operated her own humane society out her home for 20 years
.
She served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

She was preceded in death May 13, 2006 by her devoted husband, Paul Maynard Farwell Sr., whom she married June 1954.
She is survived by her beloved children, Daniel (Melody) Ried Farwell of St. George, Utah, Paul (Jeanette) Maynard Farwell, Jr. of Salem, Rev. Frank (Anita) Cedric Farwell of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Barbara Marie Farwell of Las Vegas, Nev.; her half brother, Clinton (Jill) Baumann of Florida, and her half sister, Mrs. Hanford (Kitty Catherine) O’Hara of Jacksonville, Fla; and four darling grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 15, 2008 at the Arbaugh Pearce Greenisen Funeral Home with her son, Rev. Frank Farwell officiating.

A time to visit with the family will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

franklin lee knouse

kathypevley — 19 Feb 2008 5:16:06 GMT

If any of you know anything about Franklin Lee Knouse 1919-1991. Please contact me and I like to know about him. What he was like. What was his occupation. How he died. He is my granfather by his 1st marriage. He married Jewell Coffman from Kentucky. They was married in Colorado. I really like to know him. Please help me.
Thanks

Sarah SMOCK Haehnlen 1921 - 2008

Lace_Lynch — 30 Jan 2008 3:15:24 GMT

ZANESVILLE - Sarah Rosalie Kappes Haehnlen, 86, formerly of Zanesville, died peacefully Monday, Jan. 28, 2008, at her home in Cary, N.C.

Rosalie was born March 26, 1921, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Edith Rose Greiner Smock and John Leonard Smock.

She attended Muskingum College, where she studied art, music and became an accomplished pianist. She joined the United States Marine Corps in 1945 during World War II, attained the rank of sergeant, was stationed in Camp Pendleton, Calif. and was proud to be included in what was to be recognized as one of the first women Marine Corps units. After the war she resumed her education, graduating from Ohio University.

In 1946 Rosalie married the late Walter Burton Kappes Jr. of Zanesville. She taught second grade at Westview Elementary School until her retirement.
She loved Ohio State football, British humor and politics, and was an astute bridge player. Her grandchildren called her "Soggy" or "Serge" and she was "celebrity" in the eyes of her family. A devoted mother and loyal friend, Rosalie's enduring wit and reassuring presence will be missed by all those who love her.

She is survived by her brothers, Cliff (Joanne) Smock of Huntsville Ala. and Wayne (Nancy) Smock of Westerville; daughter, Stephanie Ware of Cary, N.C. and her children, Lauren, Blake and Drew; her daughter, Deborah (Jim) Kappes Millis of the Outer Banks of N.C. and their children, Jonathan(Kelly), Debbie Hupe and Dak Millis; and a son, John (Yvonne) Bradley Kappes of Pickerington, and their sons, Josh and Christopher.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, William Smock.

Calling hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31, at Bryan and Snider Funeral Home, 2318 Maple Ave.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Daniel Kiger officiating. Internment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Zanesville Ohio.

Marine Corps Gazette/Dec 1960 thru Dec 1962

JMysinger7434 — 3 Jan 2008 1:13:02 GMT

My husband has received from a friend the following materials: "Marine Corps gazette: for the following time period: Dec 1960 thru Dec 1962. These are two hard bound volumes, one for 1962 and one for 1961. These magazines were send to 2nd Lt. J. D. Oakey in Livingston NJ. If someone from Lt. Oakey's family or some other Marine or Military "buff" would like these magazines, please let me know and I will send them to you. We will keep them until Feb 1, 2008 and then see if we can find some repository that will take them.

Obit. Beverly M. HILL

Lace_Lynch — 3 Jan 2008 2:03:57 GMT

NEW YORK CITY - Beverly Ann Hill, 70, a former resident of Youngstown, passed to another life on Christmas morning, December 25, 2007, at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital as a result of complications from kidney disease.

Beverly Hill was born April 8, 1937 in New York City to the late Pompeii and Valentina Hill and subsquently, the family moved to Youngstown, Ohio.

Upon graduation from South High School, she enrolled at Kent State University, and later entered the Marine Corps achieving the rank of Lieutenant. She then continued her passion for life by teaching at St. Patrick’s School on Glenwood Avenue.
Beverly moved to New Jersey in the 1960s and began working in her career as director of Human Resources in health care. In New York City, she realized she had a dream of caring for animals.
In an article in the New York Times, Sept. 26, 1993, a mention is made of Beverly Hill’s Laundermutt, in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, as a “grooming emporium.” Beverly ran this successful business and, in true Beverly character, immersed herself in civic life, serving on boards and block associations and earning for herself the affectionate title of “Mayor of Grove Street.” She was a strong advocate for the care and protection of all animals, placing more than 300.

Beverly spent the last five years of her life on dialysis, valiantly fighting to maintain her health, her spirit, her life, and her independence, while somehow demonstrating her strong love of family, friends and strangers in need.
She is survived by her brother, Robert Hill.
A memorial service to celebrate her extraordinary life will be held in New York City. It will be followed by a Maxim/Hill family memorial service before resting in Calvary Cemetery.

Youngstown Vindicator
January 3, 2008

USMC--But Which Unit?

mysterywriter — 31 Mar 2006 4:04:28 GMT

I hope there is someone out there who can help me with this question.

My father enlisted in the Marines in Feb. 1942 at Phoenix. He was discharged in Dec. 1944. I know very little of his war-time experience because he talked very little about it. Here is what I do know:

He crossed the Pacific to Hawaii aboard the converted luxury liner "Lurline". He mentioned that he spent time on Samoa, Eniwetok, and Guadalcanal. When asked if he was involved in the battles there, he replied he was in "mop up". He "drove a truck", but my mother said he was also responisble for mail distribution.

There is a story that he and another Marine were sent by a superior officer to either an Army base or Navy base (where I don't know) to request some supplies, and that CO told his enlisted man to "give these Marines some food so they don't die on us."

My dad was given a medical discharge and returned to Hawaii on an Australian ship. He recuperated at Sun Valley, Idaho where he was given his discharge.

I am in possession of a photostat copy of his discharge papers, and the only thing I got from the National Archives/St. Louis was a certificate of military service.

I would like to find out exactly what Unit/Company/Battalion etc. my father served in, the different locations where he was stationed and at what time. Is there any way to get this information?

(PS: He used to joke that my mother would cook enough to feed the 92nd Marines, but I don't know if that was his unit or not.)

Re: Any Marine in 4th Separate Wire Plt. or 1st Sig Bn WWII

littledixie55 — 24 Sep 2007 11:11:10 GMT

My Father was in the 1st Marine Division that was in Quadalcanal during WW11.He was station in Wellington, New Zealand around 1940-1942.He met a girl there and they had a set of twin boys,if anyone served with my father Please contact me via e-mail littledixie55@bellsouth.net, I would love to hear more about my father.His name Melvin Thomas(Tom)Howard.

Any Marine in 4th Separate Wire Plt. or 1st Sig Bn WWII

joetedder — 8 Jul 2002 1:17:36 GMT

The Fourth Separate Wire Platoon has been having annual reunions since 1987. We would really like to hear from anyone who served with us in the Wire Platoon or the 1st Signal Bn. from Gualdalcanal to Japan.

Platoon 268 PI 1963

dal2whw — 3 Jul 2007 9:15:51 GMT

We are looking for members of platoon 268 at Parris Island from Sept.1963 thru Nov. 1963.We are going to have a 45 year reunion next year

Paul Allen Thompson

melinacarpenter — 28 May 2007 2:32:56 GMT

Looking for anyone who may have known or went to the marine corps with my father , Paul Allen Thompson..I would love to hear some stories or meet some of his buddies..you see he passed away May 12th and I would love to hear anything I could,to have something to hang onto..I know he served in the late 70's because he was stationed in Okinawa, Japan..I was born there in 1976..he enlisted in 74-78 and re-enlisted again later..I also have a book he was in , where he was in San Diego, CA...any info would be great...email me at melinacarpenter@hotmail.com...Thanks!!!

looking for information Marines in China around WW1

jsd19871 — 14 Mar 2007 11:19:35 GMT

I'm trying to research my uncle STEPHEN JANDROKOVIC JACKSON. I know he was in the Marines (have him on the 1930 census for Quantico), but I don't know where he was stationed. I've sent for his military records, but I'm not expecting much because of the lack of information. I know he was in China at some point. He married a woman (not Chinese)& brought her back here. She was from Tinseing or shanghi. They had a daughter born in Pa. The mother & daughter went back to China to live & my uncle changed his
last name to JACKSON. Could be because he & his 1st wife were never divorced, don't know the answer to this.

Need help on how to find info

Chester_Fraley — 21 Nov 2006 7:55:40 GMT

Im searching for some info on Moses Jones b 1883, d 1907. I believe he was a Marine. How do I go about finding where he was while in the Marines. All I have is his name and dates above. Any help will be appreicated. I believe he was a Marine because we have is hat and it looks like one I have seen on a uniform website. Thanks..

Kenneth A McRae

Dor2Tyme — 17 Mar 2007 4:17:33 GMT

I am trying to locate information on the following:

Kenneth A McRae
Corporal United States Marine Corp
b July 11, 1937
d October 14, 1984

The approximately 1.5' X 2.5' brass upright headstone was found in a dumpster and brought to the VFW in Ft. Meade, Polk County,Florida.

We woud love to get this headstone back to the cemetery where it belongs.
The Veteran's monument division said without his ID number to look him up, they cannot help.

This could be an old marker that was replaced but we sure would like to make sure.

Does anyone have Kenneth in your lines or can you give me some advice on finding his burial place?

DICKENSON

Manaia_A — 12 Sep 2006 2:16:37 GMT

Trying to find a site that can give details of US Marines stationed in Samoa during WWII in early 1940's. Trying to locate details on Grandfather DICKENSON, Leo Orville. Any help would be appreciated.

Charles G. Carlton

dennilyn — 7 Feb 2007 10:58:34 GMT

According to his WWI draft card, Charles was a pharmacist at the U.S. Marine Hospital in Chicago, IL. His grand daughter says that there is a picture of him in uniform. She said he was an officer in the Marines. I've traced him through the census and his occupation is always pharmacist and he moved around from census to census. How can I find out if he was infact in the military? Could he have been a civilian employed by the U.S. Marines? If so, would he have had a uniform?

William S. Groff, TSgt, USMC, Ret'd 1958

LisaBopBop — 11 Jan 2007 9:02:07 GMT

My father-in-law is trying to locate his former USMC Staff Sgt William S. GROFF. His last contact with William GROFF is a letter posted in 1958 from Gardena, CA, where William was living at the time. In the letter he states that he has one daughter born 4 years earlier (ca 1954) no name given. He also states that he has recently taken a trip to New Jersey, that he was currently attending USC, and had been treated by the USN for TB in 1956.

This is all the information I have.

If you have any information concerning this William S. Groff, please email me. Thank you in advance for your help.

Lisa

Marine insignia

WilliamLarson6 — 21 May 2003 2:25:12 GMT

Hello to all..
I have tried to upload a photo, but have been unsuccessful. the photo was a .JPG file. What I am trying to do is identify a Marine by finding out what his arm patch means. I figure that will narrow my search quite a bit. Can anyone tell me where to look to identify the arm patch? Could I email the photo to one of you who might know? Thanks for any help you can give. Nancy

need advice-1923

jude68_us — 13 Dec 2006 10:55:49 GMT

recently found an old newspaper clipping concerning my grandfather which states he enlisted in the marine corp and would be leaving baltimore,md. for panama. how can i go about finding info on him. thankyou,jan

Looking for Friend

elpassmore — 12 Jul 2001 12:58:27 GMT

Hello I am looking for Jim Bussey or his name could even be James Bussey, I knew him by Jim we served in the Marine Corps together in 1972-1973 Okinawa Japan. Also at Camp Lejune North Carolina in 1971. We were in Communications TTY Operators, and a few other names with Guys we served with in Okinawa were Kitchen, Kettle, Roahn, Dunhoft, Wright, Louviare, many more anyone recognizing these names, or you served with any of these guy's, and your name not mentioned please contact me. elpassmore@jobe.net we were with 3/9th Marines Headquarters co. Okinawa, Japan. Thank You

Fred McNeil

MaryHaglund63 — 26 Jul 2006 9:34:05 GMT

My father, Frederic Warren McNeil, Jr, born 9/28/1922, was a navigator in the Marines in the South Pacific. He would have registered for the service in New York state. After his service (probably about 1944) he went to Dennison University.

I am interested in any info about his service years.

Thank you, Mary McNeil Haglund

Marines In China 1947-52

wghowell2243 — 11 Jul 2006 12:19:59 GMT

Looking for any information regarding the attached photo of Marines in China. I believe that photo was taken in Shanghi, China in late 1940's or early 1950's.

Need help deciphering abbreviations on grandfather's service record

clg18057 — 23 Jun 2006 4:56:38 GMT

Information on crash

Rhonda — 23 Jun 2006 5:54:58 GMT

I am looking for any info on a crash in the late 80's of a crash over the Indian Ocean I think that was carring 16 on board and Half died and the others survived. My late husband an 3 combat Ingn marine talked about. I need what info I can find and I am having no luck. He was stationed at Camp Pendelton Ca. any help would be greatly appreciated.

Rhonda Scott
USMC Wife.

PURPLE HEART

nanablue2007 — 29 May 2006 4:00:06 GMT

I READ THIS TODAY ONLINE AND I THINK IT IS WORTH LOOKING AT..TELL YOUR STORY OR YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS STORY...I WILL BE SENDING MY FATHER'S INFO ABOUT HOW AND WHY HE WAS AWARDED THE PURPLE HEART
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060529/ap_on_re_us/mem_day_purp...

Freeland

Peter — 17 Apr 2006 10:08:59 GMT

Looking for info on Charles Jeffery FREELAND--- KIA May 1969. He was from Worthington, Ohio. Thanks, Peter

Marines Court-Martial for other Offences then Desertion 1821-1824

dsegelquist — 22 May 2006 8:31:24 GMT

This Register will have 191 names. The info well be:

Name.
When & where trid.
Their sentence.

If you have a name to look up for the years of 1821-1824. Let me know.
Navy Vol. 2 p. 59.

Register of Desertions from Marin Cops. 1821-1824-695 Names

dsegelquist — 22 May 2006 8:24:15 GMT

The info on the register well be:

Name.
Rank.
Date of enlistment.
When & where deserted.
Number times deserted.
When & where taken prsioner.
When & where tried.
Their sentence
If you have a name for me to look up for the years of 1821-1824 let me know.

Certificates of Disability-Pension Claims-1789-1809

dsegelquist — 29 Apr 2006 7:10:10 GMT

I have their claims if you see a name let me know.

1. 1775-Andrew Allen,Marines, Pa.
2. 1776-Joachim J. Brandt, Mariner, Pa.
3. 1775-James Cole, Sailor, Vermont
4. 1782-William Dunton, Sailingmaster, Pa.
5. 1781-John Kesler, Midshipman, Marines, Pa.
6. 1776-Samuel Makins, Ship mate, Pa.
7. 1779-Joseph Roberts, Carpenter, Maine
8. 1776-Ambrose Smith, Mariner, Ct.

Marine, John Thomas Jacobson 1946-1982 From W.VA.

Shannon Young — 10 Apr 2006 12:44:19 GMT

I'm trying to find out info on John Thomas Jacobson. A Marine, I don't know the years of service. He was born in 1946 or 47. He died in 1982. He's buried in West Virginia.

Any help would be very helpful.

Need help Finding out what it mean on tombstone

CarrolHeath — 5 Apr 2006 5:05:29 GMT

I am researching some one who was in the military. He died in 1944 in an military hospital in Colorado with TB. On his tombstone it has
Tommie Heath
PVT. Q M Corp.
I do think he was in the Marines.
Does any one know what this mean?
Also is there any place I can go to to get records of his service time.
Thanks

wwII marine

leathermangirl — 5 Mar 2006 8:53:19 GMT

US Marine, WWII, Tutuila, American Samoa

Manaia_A — 27 Feb 2006 12:10:40 GMT

Looking for US Marine assigned to the island of Tutuila, American Samoa during 1941-1945. Sorry, don't have exact year but his child was born c.1943.

He quickly learned about this polynesian child and returned to (Western) Samoa but could not locate the child or mother. So he returned to the States?

Now it is the child searching for the father. I am hoping to acquaint the two in hopes they can make good memories.

Name: VANETTI, Joseph

If SKS can share what they know about search and research of soldiers of WWII in American Samoa, please tell me what I should do.

Thanks kindly for your ears, eyes and hearts!

Regards,
Manaia
~=~=~=

China Marine David Albert Mayo, Sr.

cjfrair — 16 Sep 2004 6:48:16 GMT

I am looking for information on my paternal grandfather David Albert Mayo, Sr. He was adopted by a Mayo family and his original surname was Casebeer. His adoptive mother Mayo was living in Chicago, Il with a daughter yet in 1942. David joined the Marine Corps and was a corporal in 1916. He married Edith Seraphia (Sophia) Nordin, date and location unknown. Know he was stationed in El Paso in 1919 when my father David Jr. was born & 1921 when his brother William was born. I have a photo of David Sr. taken in Marine uniform in Shanghai, China, date unknown, but his rank is corporal. After leaving the Marines, the family moved to LaCrosse, Wisconsin. A divorce ensued & all trace lost of David Sr. Edith and her sisters and brothers are all deceased. Thank you for help as I would love to give my father some info. on his father.

Billy Howell

wghowell2243 — 22 Jan 2006 4:42:53 GMT

Looking for any informatin regarding Billy Howell, who enlisted in the USMCR, Aug 1946, Indianapolis, Ind. Also stationed in post WWII, China. Attached is photo of him with two unidentified Marines.

WWI Marine records

Judi — 8 Mar 2000 4:45:17 GMT

Where can I find records for the Marines from WWI? Am looking for my grandfather, Joseph Peter Steck, who served in the Corps in France 1916-1918. He was in the 2nd Division, the 5th regiment, which was the only regiment to win some kind of award from the French government. Unfortunately, the family has lost the records/documents. Any ideas of how to find him would be great. Have searched in the WWI Civilian Enlistment records from Ancestry.com and he's not there.
I know he existed, my dad and his sister knew him....

Billy Howell

wapitie — 25 Oct 2005 8:24:08 GMT

Looking for any information regarding my father Billy Howell, who was stationed in China, post WWII, 1946-1949. I have several photos of him with other Marines in bar with chinese female and by themselfs. Also outside standing in front of building in Shanghi.

Marine Corps Lighter info

Josh Green — 10 Dec 2004 4:29:05 GMT

I have a friend that has a lighter from the 40's or 50's we are trying to find out more info.

The lighter reads H & MS - 11 (on the front)

Has a symbol that looks like a Brass circle with a shield over it, the shield is maroon in color and has a yellow stripe across from corner to corner, On the yellow stripe is a black panther, the are two symbols on the corners of the shield, one looks like to quills and the other looks like a gear.

On the back of the lighter it reads:
H & MS - 11
MAG - 11
1st. M.A.W.

on the bottom is stamped P.T.C.

Any help would be appreicated.

Fradenburg

Janet — 29 May 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for info on Frank Thomas Fradenburg who was a Marine in World War I. Any info would be appreciated.

Cavalry in Nicaragua 1920+

dick ahern — 18 Jul 2002 6:55:54 GMT

where would I find kia for this period?

looking for my brother

i hymel — 16 Jun 2004 10:47:19 GMT

I'm looking for robert l thoms. He was a 2nd lt in the marines and serviced in vietnam in 1965. He was stationed at camp pendelton, calif. I would appreciate any info about him.

USMC Squadron VMD-154

susan_monaghan — 15 Oct 2003 2:45:30 GMT

VMD-154 was a WWII Marine photographic squadron that was stationed at Camp Elrod on Espiritu Santo Island, New Hebrides in the South Pacific. Flying in B-24 Liberators, this photo reconnaissance squadron mapped the South Pacific and monitored South Pacific islands for Japanese activity.

We are currently documenting the squadron, creating memorials for deceased veterans, and attempting to locate many missing squadron members. We invite you to visit our website.
http://home.insightbb.com/~vmd154.reunion.assn/

Chief Engineer James A. Doyle USRM

woof170 — 28 Mar 2005 10:41:47 GMT

I am looking for any information on a James A. Doyle, Chief engineer of the USRM. He was born about 1840 in NY and is listed in 1870 census of San Francisco. Wife, Bessie H. I have his USRM Sword with his name on it and would like more info on him. I know he was appointed to rank of Chief Engineer of USRM in 1866 and was assigned to the Revenue Cutter Wolcott in 1892 and spent a large part if not most of his Revenue Marine career on the west coast. Any info would be great. Thanks, Steve Boulton

M.C. lost friends

ropawa1 — 6 Jan 2005 3:57:29 GMT

Does anyone know the whereabouts of the following friends who are former Marines?--Jerry West-USMC- orig. Texas-Peter Tow-USMC orig. Ore.--both aboard USS Hornet-1962-Long beach, Calif.----------Charles Fletcher--USMC-orig. Louisana-MCAS Yuma, Az.1965/66 Roger/Paula Wakefield ropawa1@msn.com

son and huband, marines

phyllis mccasland — 28 Dec 2004 12:41:10 GMT

son joshua mccasland graduated pariss island dec. 3rd,2004 husband charles is a vietnam vet graduated camp pendelton i think in 69

Yvette Walker of New Jersey US Marine Corps

babysolo31 — 1 Dec 2004 10:52:01 GMT

Im looking for a Yvette Walker that I was in bootcamp with graduated in feb or march of 87 from Parris Island SC. She is originally from New Jersery. Not sure what state. If anyone knows of her or anyone of her family or friends please contact me at lenoramc@msn.com. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Jeanette Knox AKA Mickey US Marine Corps

babysolo31 — 1 Dec 2004 10:47:13 GMT

Im searching for a Jeanette Knox that I was in bootcamp with. We graduated in March of 1987. We went to school in NC at Camp Johnson, Camp Lejuene and graduated there in June of 87. She is originally from the Atlanta, GA area. She was born either 68 or 67 I believe. She was in the Marine Corps reserve after school stationed somewhere in the Atlanta, GA area. If anyone knows of her or any of her family members please contact me at lenoramc@msn.com I have been trying to reach her for some years now. And help would be greatly appreciated.

Looking for Linda C. Wolfe-Holp (A Good Friend)

cterrones1 — 11 Oct 2004 10:39:43 GMT

We were in the Marine Corps together stationed @ Camp Lejeune, NC in the early 1980's. And I am trying to get in touch with Linda Wolfe-Holp. She has a daughter named Carla Wolfe (though now she is married), with at least 2 grandchildren I heard. Her daughter was living in PA at the time. Linda was going to school to become a "Mortician" in Illinois. Her family is from there, and she has a sister named "Millie" I was in the Marine Corps with her, and the last letter I received was in 1993, when we were living in San Antonio, TX. I lost touch because we had to move back to Wisconsin, due to my mother being sick in June of 1994. And I have been trying to find her. I do believe she is remarried and her husbands name is Gene. The last I heard she was in the "Belleville, Ill" area. She did send me her sisters "Millie" last name but I can't find it anywhere. If anyone can help out, please email me. I would be eternally grateful

VMD-154

Jeanette Bassi — 14 Sep 2004 12:30:05 GMT

I am seeking anyone who knew or remembers Harry E. Schaub, or knew someone who knew him. He was part of the Marine Photographic Squadron 154 in 1942.

Thank you.

Fred Dunning Marine 1957-1963

aquariusdude — 14 Aug 2004 2:47:36 GMT

I am interested in locating buddies of my cousin Fred aka Junior. I would like develope a biography of him for our family book. I have attached a photo of Jr (on the left) with two unidentified buddies. I believe he served in Uganda during some uprising there and was in Japan during 1959. Fred was raised by his grandparents George and Lydia Kane and lived primarily in Newburgh, NY. Fred's mother's name was Eleanor Davis. I have filed with the FOIA office for military records. Fred died in May of 2004. Any one out there know Fred and what he's activites were during his length of service?

Old photo - Marines

JenniferTompkins — 24 Oct 2002 2:14:50 GMT

Hi, I am researching my line, and came across a photo my mother had. It is of my grandfather, James Thomas Callahan, along with 3 other men. Troy Barbour, George Uogt or Vogt (Spelling??), and Walter Bell. All men are in uniform enjoying Schlitz beer. My Grandfather was in the Marines, and was out of Buffalo, NY. If interested in seeing photo please email justmejenna@juno.com Thanks :)

Carl P. Rankin

aprilbergeron — 15 Jul 2004 7:49:12 GMT

hello i was wondering if you can help me i am looking for ppl who might have severd with my dad from 19962 -1969 his name was carl p rankin

Ronald Casperson

peaches1p — 22 Mar 2003 8:52:40 GMT

Desperatly Seeking a Funeral notice on Ron or Ronald Casperson who last known address was in Corona CA. Date of death was 03/16/03..

I have searched and searched all and every list known on the internet as well as called all newspapers there to find his obituary.

If someone can please tell me where to find it or even seen it in the local paper there please email me..

He was my everything and I was told he passed away.

Dario, Nicaragua (PELTON, LUDDERMAN and more photos) cir. 1927

moongoddessxtc — 5 Nov 2003 7:21:55 GMT

Hello ~ I am trying to figure out more information about my grandfather (Charles Lester PELTON)'s military activity. I scanned in some photographs in the process.

1) Various photo's of Charles PELTON
2) Pvt. LUDDERMAN (that is what was written on back of photo)
3) Truck Convoy at Dario, Nicaragua - June 1928
4) US Marine Barraks. March 15, 1928. Dario, Nicaragua

If anyone would like to see any of the photo's let me know :)

Also, if anyone has any information about the group stationed here (or where to find information) please let me know!

Thank you!

Need Advice

EricLNelson — 15 Mar 2005 1:12:40 GMT

Can anyone tell me how to go about getting my great uncle's Marine Corp. pension records from New York?

Newton Hendershot was a Corporal in the US Marines. He applied for his pension on August 3, 1922 from New York. I believe he was residing in Brooklyn, Kings County, NY.

Thank you

Millie

Please Help

Alexandra Murray — 26 Jul 2003 11:56:10 GMT

I need some information on a man and a military base in South Korea. My great-uncle, John Allen, fought in the Korean War, and was awarded a medal at his death, which I think was either in 1951 or 1952. I know he did something heroic, and saved his regiment or battalion or something and ended up having a Camp over there named after him. As far as I know, it's called Camp John Allen, but I haven't even been able to find proof that it exists, or what he did to earn the medal and get the camp named after him. If anyone has any info, I would appreciate it very much, my mother wants this information, but the only people in my family who knew of his acts have died. Please, please, please reply to this if you know something about it!

WW2 Marines

RandyStalnaker45 — 12 Apr 2003 5:22:23 GMT

Would anyone know if there was a unit with the military police in the marines that served as guards/security for F.D.R, and if so, what was the unit called? Thanks, Randy

Earl D. Case - Killed Iwo Jima 1945 - D-Day

Melanie Case-Yaden — 26 Jan 2003 8:42:13 GMT

Earl D. Case was my uncle and was only 17 when he died. He enlisted in June 24, 1944 in Cincinnati, Ohio, and transferred to Parris Island S. C. on September 6, 1944. On October 23, 1944 he was shipped over to Camp Lejeune N. C. and was in the 31st Repl. Draft 5th Marine Division. He was then shipped out on the Gen. E. T. Collins for Iwo Jima Islands. As soon as the boat landed, a sniper shot and killed him on Red Beach 2. I have been searching for a picture of his graduating class from Parris Island and it doesn't seem like I can get it. I know there is one but they want his Platoon number and there isn't one. He didn't even have a SSN. Could someone please help me locate this picture, I know there is one. During this time frame, he had a son born in July of 1945 of which I have located him and he doesn't even have a picture due to the fact that his mother had remarried and he was adopted. His mother wants nothing to do with his side of the family. (mother is now deceased) So he doesn't even know what his father looked like. I have all information on his military information but no picture. Please Help me locate this picture, as I and my cousin have been searching for years. If anyone has advised to give me or even knows of someone who would have been in the same platoon that I could contact would greatly be appreciated.
Thanks.
Melanie

Looking for Gayle Robinson Staff seargeant 1944 USMC, UK

CESemple — 21 Jan 2003 11:06:48 GMT

Born abt 1915 raised in a Penn Orpahinage and entered the USMC and served in the WWII. He was reconized for his chest full of metals. There is a leagal matter at hand and if any one out there has information that would lead me to find Gayle or his heir's it would be so appreciated. I am using someone other than my own account so please make note of my e-mail address: kd268@attbi.com Kally Davis. Thank you and again any leads or a direction I am go would be so much help. I do not know if he is alive or dead. or if His name is Gayle, Gale Robinson. Thank you again. Kally

Arthur Edward "Buddy" Pearson Marine WWII

Dawn (Pearson) Carbone — 14 Jan 2003 4:33:41 GMT

Does anybody remember him? Please anything would help!

US Marines 1950s , with given name David

oldw — 15 Jul 2005 12:10:37 GMT

I'm searching for a US Marine given name David posted in Germany around 1952 on leave in UK 1952.

It's a long shot isn't it?

But you never know your luck!

WILSON

Paula Heckman — 8 Jan 2003 2:42:06 GMT

ISO a possible military family, last name Wilson. In 1943 they were in Louisiana and in 1964 Texas.

I am an adoptee born 21 May 1964 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I have just learned that my birthmother's last name was WILSON and that she was born in Louisiana in 1943.

Her family moved all over the country when she was a child (possibly military?). At the time of my birth in 1964, she was 21 years old and living in Pittsburgh. Presumably her family had already moved to Texas, because she joined them there after my birth.

She named me Delores (Dolores?) Ellen Wilson before relinquishing me. I realize this is a long shot, but I am posting EVERYWHERE. If this sounds like any family you know, please respond. Thank you.

Wayne W. Ziebarth looking for 8th Marine Regiment

Joe Oliva — 31 Dec 2002 7:04:41 GMT

More specificly he is looking for anyone that was served on the O.P. with him. There was about 15 - 20 men that were with Wayne right about the period of time that General Buckner was killed. This is of great importance to Wayne to find these brave men. Please contact me (Joe Oliva - grandson-in-law) or Wayne @ zfarm@nebi.com. For more information, please visit his website @ http://home.neb.rr.com/joenbriswebhost/Ziebarth/Z_Index.html and go to "Wayne's Military Career".

If anyone has served with Wayne during this time please contact us right away! Thank you very much.

John Wayne Spillers born Sept. 2, 1945 Fredericksburg, VA

freenews4me — 3 Jan 2003 5:02:44 GMT

Seeking any information on behalf of my father, John Wayne Spillers, born in Fredericksburg, VA on September 2, 1945. Birth mother and father's name unknown. Have read that biological father worked at a commissary (Quantico?) and gave the birth mother rides to work. Birth father was married with two children when birth mother became pregnant. Not sure if Spillers was his or her last name. Birth mother dropped my father off to be cared for by a black woman, Calcenia Cook, for such long periods of time that the state got involved and facilitated an adoption. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Merchant Marine

simon_pam — 30 Dec 2002 4:06:09 GMT

I am researching the Crye family in USA. William Crye was a merchant marine up to 1899 when he came to UK.His father was John Crye he was a boatswain in Merchant marines. Can anyone tell me where they would have been trained or where the information about them would be kept. I am in the UK so I would be grateful for any information to help me trace my ancestors. Thanks.
Pam

William Ray Peters, better known as "Bud", a marine, WW2, looking for buddies

jolayne19631 — 25 Jan 2003 9:26:12 GMT

Would like to talk to someone who knew my grandfather, William Ray Peters, "Bud". He was a marine, served 9 years, and was in WW2. I never knew him, but would like to through info with someone who did.

clyde allan mack

johndee83 — 13 Dec 2002 12:33:35 GMT

i am interested in finding anybody that served with "mack" during his time in the marines. he is deceased and i would like to know more about his life. thankyou.

Joe Moran/Thelma Ritter

rose — 4 Dec 2002 1:08:48 GMT

Looking for Joe Moran, who was at Parris Island (USMC) in the 1950's. His mother was Thelma Ritter....my dad served with him and would like to contact him..........thanks,
Rose

James Roady

mary_dunn2 — 22 Nov 2002 3:01:48 GMT

Happy birthday to Marines everywhere

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

Woodell-WW2-Iwa Jima

Doryprevin — 2 Nov 2002 12:53:53 GMT

I am looking for info about my G Grandfather.Was told he died in WW2 and was a marine.Would have been around 22 and was killed by a flame thrower.Everywhere I look it seems like he never existed.His name was Thurman H. Woodell & was Married to Dorothy (Roberts) Woodell,they had 5 Children.Any help would be great. Thank You.

Sanders and Wheeler

ozarkike — 16 Oct 2002 10:15:14 GMT

Looking for a Larry Wheeler, who was with communications platoon, 3rd Engineer Batln, 3rd Marine div. on Okinawa in 1956 to 1957. His hometown was or lived in Edwardvilles, IL in fall 1957.

Also looking for Don Sanders, who was with Communications Platoon, 2nd Marine Regt, 2nd Marine Div, at Camp Lejune, NC in late 1957 thru early 1959. He was from southern Illinois, I think Herrin or something like that. He married a gal named Jean. He also lived in Florida after getting out of the Corps.

Thanks, Bill Ikerd

Looking for female Edmonds,

Bobbie J. — 8 Oct 2002 3:54:26 GMT

Deborah S. Edmonds, Marine Corps. 4-29-55 to 2-7-56 San Francisco, Ca. from Ohio. Thanks.

William V. Bryant & children

lmink213 — 10 Jul 2002 6:11:50 GMT

New board & list administrator

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

This is just to introduce myself as the new (as of last week) Board Administrator for this board. Not much activity on it, apparently, but I hope to change that. I have also created a companion mailing list as well, so any posting to this list will automatically go out to the subscribers of the list. Only two subscribers thus far, but all are welcome.

If you have any questions, please contact me at any time. If it is of interest to the Marine Corps community, either in a genealogical or general sense, please post it to this board and I will respond if I can.

David (MSgt, USMC, Ret.)
Board/List Administrator
decann@infi.net

Steve Jandrokovic or Steve Jackson

Sue Rosar — 10 Jul 2002 6:10:15 GMT

I'm researching my family tree and need some help with a
relative.
His name was Steve Jandrokovic. He was from western Pa
and went into the Marines. Somewhere along the way he
changed his last name to Jackson. When he got out he
lived in San Francisco, Ca. I have no idea of his service number or dates when he went in.We believe he was in either the Phillipines or China. He had a wife that we think was
oriental (Chinese or Phillipino) whose name was Branimi.
Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Sue Rosar

Father in Marines

Susan — 30 Jul 2001 7:06:04 GMT

Looking for father info name:Charles Hubert Lee was in the Marines during peacetime.Born in 1910 born in MO. Don't know the dates. Must of been 1930's anything would be helpful or can anyone give info on who to get in touch with.
Thank You

Willam Chandler

bartenderonbeach — 31 May 2004 3:03:46 GMT

I am looking for a man that was in the Marines with My Father He was a black Man
last address bridgeport conn.if You could help Me please he would be about 56 or so.

Thank You
Anne

Looking for Claude E. "Rockie" REYNOLDS, USMC 1950

jeanstjohn100931 — 17 Dec 2003 3:35:40 GMT

searching for old friend; marine in 1950, last known stationed in Quantico, Va. born knoxville,TN. email me as i don't visit this site often.

Looking for Michael Glagola, USMC

tvandolah — 23 Mar 2002 7:03:53 GMT

He was a 1st Lt. in 1976-1977.We were stationed together at Camp Pendleton, Marine Base in California. Last time we heard from him he was in Vienna, Virginia. Would like to get in touch with him again. Thanks!

C.Gore

s.hurst — 10 Apr 2001 1:00:51 GMT

My fathers name was Charlie Gore.He was a drill sergeant in the marines.He passed away in 1994 at age 59.He enlisted in the marines in Houston,Tx.I was very close to my father so I'm not looking for missing pieces of my past just pieces to his.If anyone knew him or may have information please let me know.For some reason my mother was told he was in the Navy but we know very well he was in the Marines.Thanks ahead of time..S.Hurst

Looking for Crystal Roeder

Pat Strong — 21 Mar 2001 10:16:04 GMT

Lost contact with a Military friend when we got out of the Marine Corps...here's what I know about her: Her name is Crystal Roeder, might be going by the last name Rogers. She is from Fredericksburg Pa. She was enlisted in the Marine Corps for 4 yrs. Got out in 1986 or 1987. Last stationed at 2nd Marine Division, Camp Lejeune, NC..Please if you have any information it would be greatly appreciated. We were best friends!

platoon 1002/1001 USMC 1956

ALVINO — 7 Mar 2001 11:48:34 GMT

I am looking for platoon 1002 Graduation Book started Trng around 24 Jun 56 thank you Sgt Alvino Ruiz, USMC 29 palms,
Santa Ana and Helicopter Unit nearby.
thank you for any direction u can provide

Marine I need to Locate

Sharon — 15 Feb 2001 8:14:15 GMT

I am looking for Craig Wolfenbarger from
Knoxville ..Last i heard he was a Drill Sergebt in Hawii.Then i heard he was a Captain
in Virginia.

A.J,PERKINS SOLDIER

A.J.PERKINS — 1 Jan 2001 8:16:51 GMT

WAS IN THE PHILIPIENS AS A SOLDIER OR MARINE IN 1890s or 1900.FOUGHT MORROS. WAS OLD TIME BASEBALL PLAYER. WAS A LONGSHOREMAN AT L.A. HARBOUR. WAS FATHER OF 5 LIVEING CHILDREN 2 BOYS 3 GIRLS MARRIED JOSEPHINE WATKINS OF CHATTANOOGA TEN; BOTH GONE NOW

Lost Marine MP,Birthfather of male born 1952

palmbeach — 25 Jun 2001 9:05:25 GMT

Searching for my husbands Bfather who was an MP in the Marines 1940's early 50's.He had 5 daughters in 1952 and was in the construction bus.He was not told about son.Bmother was single and was a mothers helper.Her age about 19.Any info is needed.Connie kccmnt@cs.com

Boxer Rebellion - China

MargaretHarkins — 24 Jun 2001 5:45:11 GMT

Trying to find a website with names of U.S. Matines
wh were in the conflict. Trying to verify a
great-uncle's participation in the conflict.
He was in the marines (captain during WW1).
Family lore tells he was in the Boxer saga
as a teenager. My Mom(97) remembers hearing
about it at his funereal.
I can find all kinds of information regarding the
history,but no lists of servicemen.
Can you help me.
Thanks
Margaret

Melvin Francis Clark

Candice N Gunter — 11 Nov 2000 8:23:04 GMT

I am looking for my father Melvin francis Clark. He was in the Marine Corps. out of Calf. He was in the vet war. He was married and had two daughters. He also found another woman. and that is were I come along they were never married. I need to now info of my father. I have children. and I need medical info of my father. If any one knows him could you please e-mail me. He died Jan 3, 1996. I do not now where.

Clement Charles Willett

Eleanor Mannion — 23 Oct 2000 6:30:06 GMT

Killed Siapan WWII - Marine 4th Div - machine gunner. Was my brother. Would like to know if there is anyone out there who maybe served with him???

billy clayton pickering us marines el tero calif

ann — 2 Oct 2000 4:37:22 GMT

can anyone tell me were to found billy pickering in calif, el tero marine base 1973..were is he now . please,,, ann lee

Does any one know Bob Vogel

B. Follansbee — 27 Sep 2000 6:58:56 GMT

He was born in Chicago full name Robert Harold Vogel. Has a son that is now almost 42 who would like to hear from him if he is still alive. He was in the Marines in Camp Pendleton in the 196o's HE would be 50 years old or 60 in July. Dads name was Harold and mother Pearl. and has 3 brothers Rich, Ray and Ronnie. Any infomation would be appreciated.

do you know or did you know.......

DP — 10 Sep 2000 6:58:48 GMT

Douglas Pardue?He was in the marines he was in north carolina and transfered to hawii in 1978.He was supposed to have a brother named Dwane and his dad was supposed to be a pretcher.He is my dad and i would like to meet him.So if you know him or did know him please e-mail me at
married_mom_of_2@hotmail.com

REGINALD LLOYD LAWRENCE

claw331 — 5 Nov 2001 7:24:03 GMT

Looking for a marine names Reginald Lloyd Lawrence. Married Dorothy Catherine Luffy, also a Marine. Any info. would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

MISSING MARINE

Juanita Smith — 9 Jul 2000 7:20:45 GMT

Desperately seeking the where abouts of James T.Dunham, who was with 3rd Shore Party-66-68.His friend Marine Cpl.David R. Wingfield, needs to find him!!!!!! James T's home town, is located in S.C.
If anyone reading this message, knows anything about the 3rd Shore Party and or Marine James T. Dunham, please get in contact with me. Last known rank of Marine James T.Dunham,was E-5. James, went to Engineer School I believe 6/66.
The last time Marine Cpl.Wingfield saw James T. Dunham, was believed to have been TET '68
Marine James T. Dunham's approximate age is about 50-52.

Thank you so very much, for any help you can give me.

Respectfully yours.

Juanita Smith

WW1 Marine

john scanlon — 19 May 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for any Info on a John Scanlon,served in the USMC
during WW1,was mustard gassed in Europe,suvived to return home to New York.He was listed on the 1920 NY census.His
wifes name was Jane.

looking for M A JACKSON USMC triple 3

angell/gudenkauf — 3 Apr 2000 10:32:03 GMT

angell gudenkaul looking for marine buddy Merle A. Jackson AKA "Ma Jackson" lived in Iowa, enlistment, boot camp around 1956,57, last address Iowa, age around 60's, have pictures Any response requested

Searching for Private Wallace W. McDaniel

blondie_73120 — 18 Sep 2002 2:14:09 GMT

Searching for Wallace Wayne McDaniel that lived at 2921 Broadway in Lynchburg, Va from 1959-1963. In 1959 he went into the Marines Corps. and was in Paris Island, South Carolina at the recruiting division I believe. He would be about 59 years old. Anybody with any info would be appreciated greatly. He has a number underneath picture, but I don't know what that means. It is 858229. Thank you for your time. God bless