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Dennis Lips
May 2, 2022
Not sure how to start, but I was a scout and Whitey was our leader in the 60s in Horsham township which Willow Grove Navy Station was located. I couldn't tell you for how many years I searched to say hi to him again, but now finally figuring out his full name and spelling I sadly read this. So sorry I was so late. He was a great person and to put up with all us guys going camping he sure was blessed. If there is any family who could contact me I would apricate it, I do have a question.
Neal Waite
October 29, 2002
I have many memories of Whitey. From my call into the tribe to my years on Sawmill staff. He was an inspiration to me. We shall all surely miss our anchor.
Neal R. Waite
KSB Small Swift Paws
Stephen Deitchman
October 27, 2002
I don°t know how many people°s lives were affected by Whitey. I never could if I lived to be a thousand years old. I know that he had a profound effect on my life and if I am in any way a good man, a good son, a good Scout, a good Trailblazer, a good Tribesman, a good Catholic or a good Marine, it is due in large part to this incredibly outstanding friend that we all love and will miss for the rest of our lives.
Whitey, you won°t be forgotten, you are engraved on our hearts, souls, and minds forever. I can barely see the screen for the tears in my eyes so I will just say Thank You and Semper Fidelis...
tell Saint Peter to make a place for me on his Duty Roster in your watch section
Stephen Deitchman
Sergeant USMC
Sachem/Firebuilder, Strong Silent Grizzly Bear
Jeremy Sienkiewicz
October 22, 2002
Whitey Koogler was one of the holiest and most Christ-like men I have ever had the privilege of knowing. He was a true disciple of Christ in both his service to others and devotion to the Church. More than anyone else I have personally known, it seems that Whitey exemplifies the passage St. Paul's description, "I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me" (Gal. 2:20). I love you, Whitey, and will pray for you always, that you may be admited to your eternal reward with the greatest of speed.
In Christ,
Eternal Runner Little Crowned Eagle
Julie Hill
October 11, 2002
Are beloved Whitey I was so proud when you help conduct my Son's First Class broad of review I was in hope that you would be there for his Eagle, but you will be there in heart and in spirit. Thank you for believing in me and giving me the chance to be the second Woman in the Tribe of the Mic-O-Say in Troop 30 I hold that honor deep in my heart. Gregory and I will miss so much.We will hear your drums beat forever. Love and Respect.
Julie Hill
Daughter of the Follower of the Great White Hunter
Micahel Eshnaur
October 11, 2002
Though are hearts are sadden,Your tales of the Mic o say remain in the hearts of many young tribesmen. Keeper of the Sacred Bundle Thunderbird of Many Wonderous Colors.
A grateful nation and brotherhood of many decades will greatly miss you. Brother
Interior Communications Chief Submarines Ret. Michael D. Eshnaur
Bob Nelson
October 9, 2002
I have been asked by Jimmy Bartle Taylor, daughter of H. Roe Bartle, to relay the following:
"Please accept my love and prayers for your great loss. It is a great loss to all of us and we were fortunate to have passed paths here.
God Bless,
Jimmy Bartle Taylor
Chief Lone Bear Princess
Ron Hayes
October 9, 2002
Whitey instilled in me the responsibility of my Mic-O-Say paint responsibility and that lesson carried over into many other areas of my life for which responsibility was an imperative. The Great Spirit has called you home, but your spirit will fill Lone Bear Council Ring for generations. It is well, carry on.
Joe LaScala
October 9, 2002
I have had the priviledge to have known whitey for 8+ years, but withing the past 3 years i have visited whitey often. We shared jokes, thoughts and insults. I have come to love him as many have. I have no biological grandpas, but i would like to consider whitey as my grandpa. I love you Chief Mad Drums. My prayers are with you.
Steve Johnson
October 8, 2002
The Great Spirit has called to you and now your work is done, Whitey will be missed by all those he touched with his kindness and wisdom. Your drum will still be heard.
Steve Johnson
Shaman Mighty Silver Cloud
Russell Wittig
October 8, 2002
The drums of the council ring beat quieter tonight. Whitey conducted my Eagle Scout board of review at camp, so he will always have a special place in my memory. My sincerest condolences to the Koogler family, along with my eternal thanks for sharing him with us Scouts. May you walk with eagles, Whitey.
Russ Wittig
Sachem Many Wise Stars
Lorin Jurvis
October 8, 2002
With great respect for Whitey and his many contributions to our country, his church, community and Scouting. He always exemplified the finest traditions of the heritage he inherited, preserved, and passed on. Whitey always admonished us to take great care of youth that is our posterity, our "precious cargo." His work is done.
Bob Nelson
October 8, 2002
We'll miss you,Whitey, both myself and my three Eagle sons. You were a good friend for over 30 years. No one can forget how you added so much at ceremonies. I won't forget the many "words of wisdom" you gave me whenever we were together. You're in God's hands now. Bless you,
Bob Nelson
KW Smoking Blue Pine
Aaron S.
October 8, 2002
Whitey was an inspiration to all who were honored to see him in action.
Gail Lavenburg
October 8, 2002
My son, Chris, and I were very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with your family in this time of loss.
Dave Tracewell
October 8, 2002
Whitey was a good friend and a great Scouter. He will be missed by many, and remembered by all the Scouts and Scouters whos lives he touched. Good bye my friend, thank you for all you've done for Scouting.
Chris Inlow
October 8, 2002
As quoted by Mark M. Seeger, soon to be in the KC Star:
‘Chief’ Served Community
Richard "Whitey" Koogler passed away on Oct. 6, 2002. He was 77 years old. Koogler was a good man and the epitome of Scouting's "timeless values."
Through the eyes of a boy, Whitey was the untouchable Scout leader—someone to respect and fear. However, as I grew older I learned that Whitey was not so much a stern, old man as someone who challenged scouts’ actions to make young men be better men.
When I was about 15 years old, like every Troop 30 Brave in Mic-O-Say (an honor Scouting program founded by H. Roe Bartle), I spent my Wednesday nights learning Indian sign language and customs and traditions from Whitey. When I became an adult leader, I spent my Thursday nights at his house watching movies and talking with fellow scouts.
Whitey has been an Eagle Scout since the 1940s. I say has been because he still is and will always be an Eagle Scout, and the most qualified Boy Scout leader I have known.
He served 20 years in the U.S. Navy. He served several years of his life on the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation in Osceola, MO. He was a Scoutmaster, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a Chieftain, the highest honor, in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say, which he was awarded this past summer.
In the two weeks before his death, Whitey suffered three heart attacks. The older scouts, or Trailblazers, in our troop knew the day would come eventually, but death often arrives so soon and unwanted.
If anything can remain from the life of Whitey Koogler, let it be the memory of his generous service to his family, troop, Church, and nation because, in the end, caring and compassion do count.
He was a leader, a father, a grandfather, and Scouting legend. To me, though, he was like a grandfather, both a friend and a hero.
I've seen two Boy Scout billboards. One says, "Character Counts," and the other, "Timeless Values." Whitey’s life illustrated these slogans and the official Boy Scout slogan: do a good turn daily. The presence of his friendship and warmth will continue to embrace Kansas City's Scouting community in the good deeds of future Eagle Scouts.
Mark Seeger is a member of Boy Scout Troop 30 in Kansas City, MO. He wrote this in tribute to Chief Mad Drums, Richard Whitey Koogler.
In Friendship and Warmth,
Chris Inlow
Mic-O-Say Tom-Tom Beater Son of Red Sky at Night
Trailblazers- Shaman Son of Red Sky at Night
John Dunn
October 8, 2002
Whitey was a part of camp life. He gave the Eagle Pledge at my Court of Honor. He will be greatly missed by all whose life he touched. His pride will be carried on. We’ll keep dancing for you Whitey.
John Dunn
Shaman Little Evening Thunder
Toney Wallace
October 8, 2002
Great sadness on your passing Whitey. The Koogler family is in my prayers.
Toney L. Wallace Jr. (Bat)
Kurt Morrison
October 8, 2002
It was an honor to have Whitey toss my sons from the ring, thank you for all that you have given to our beloved reservation, to the boys and leaders.
Merle Bowers
October 8, 2002
We will miss you Whitey. Ceremonies will not be the same.
Suzie Sallaz
October 8, 2002
Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Love always, the Sallaz Family
David Belzer
October 8, 2002
It was a priviledge to have been associated with Whitey. He was a great role model. He touched many lives and his impression on those lives will live on for many years to come.
Randy Sims
October 8, 2002
I will miss Whitey....He was a kind hearted man with a great sense of humor. He always had laughter in his eyes. Beat your drums loud and come dance with us again.
Randy Sims
Sachem Shield of the Wolf
James Shilt
October 8, 2002
Whitey was my Scoutmaster in the late 70's. He was one of the most influential men in my life and to this day I visited with him whenever I was in his part of town and he felt up to it. I will miss him greatly and send David and family my deepest regrets.
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