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Richard Winters Obituary

WINTERS HERSHEY World War II Veteran, Richard 'Dick' Winters of Hershey, and formerly of Fredericksburg, passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2011, at Columbia Cottage in Palmyra. Dick was the son of the late Richard N. Winters and Edith Esbenshade Winters of Lancaster County. Raised in Ephrata and Lancaster, he graduated from Franklin & Marshall College in June 1941. He immediately enlisted in the U.S. Army as a Private. After basic training he attended Officers Candidate School, deciding to become a paratrooper and during the war rose through the ranks to become a Major. After the loss of the Company Commander on the jump into Normandy on D-Day, Dick became Company Commander of Company E, 506th Regiment, 101st Airborne Division. On D-Day morning, Dick led the company into the battle at Brecourt where they knocked out four German artillery pieces which were firing on the American soldiers landing on Utah Beach. For this action he was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. He continued to lead Easy Company through the Holland Campaign, after which he was appointed Battalion Executive Officer. Dick led the battalion in the Battle of the Bulge at Bastogne and was promoted to Battalion Commander. Dick then commanded the battalion through the final advance into Germany and Berchtesgaden in 1945. Dick's wartime exploits and experiences have been publicized world-wide by the book "Band of Brothers" by Stephen Ambrose, the HBO miniseries "Band of Brothers" and his personal memoir "Beyond Band of Brothers" written with the aid of his friend, Col. Cole Kingseed. After the war he worked at Nixon Nitration Works and Johnson and Johnson in New Jersey until he accepted a position as sales representative for Whitmoyer Laboratories in Myerstown, and later was a grain broker and distributor of animal nutritional products for Poorbaugh Grain, Lancaster. In 1971 he formed his own company R.D. Winters Supply Company Inc. to distribute animal feed products and nutritional supplies to feed mills. He later added R. D. Winters Inc. to sell Hershey by-products for animal feed. After twenty-five years in business he retired in 1996. Survivors include his wife of over sixty years, Ethel E. Winters; his son, Richard T. Winters husband, of Diana; and grandson, Jake. He is also survived by his daughter, Jill and her husband, Ed Peckelun. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Beatrice and his sister Ann Sheehan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any veteran's hospital.Funeral services were private. A public memorial service to celebrate his life will be announced shortly. Services under the care of Paul L. Gravenor Home For Funerals, Ephrata.To offer your condolences visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com

Published by Lebanon Daily News on Jan. 11, 2011.
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I am sorry to this news about this great soldier. I am sure he will be missed by many. Thanks again for his service.

Hal Kahrmann

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March 1, 2024

I never knew you but you will always be an indelible influence on my life. I can think of no greater thing. We are all made better by your presence in this world

Joseph Nardi

Other

January 11, 2024

On the 13th year after Maj. Winter's passing, we will never forget and forever be in your debt and in the debt of all your brothers and sisters who kept us safe in WWII.

Jay Miller

January 1, 2024

Rest is Peace Sir!

Joe Roman

November 10, 2023

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October 13, 2023

Thank you for your service and your sacrifices for our freedoms. Rest easy, Sir.

Carol Beatty

September 24, 2023

May God bless you. Thank you for what you and many others did for our country.

Nathan

Other

September 24, 2023

I walk your Trail in Ephrata almost every day. As I walk I think of you and gain comfort in knowing that my footsteps trace those of a humble servant leader who became an unforgettable hero in Europe in World War II. Thank you for a life so unselfishly lived.

John Massaro

September 20, 2023

Thank you and RIP, Major Winters.

Domenic Pontarelli

September 20, 2023

May God give you and your wife eternal bliss and happiness. Om Shanti Om.

Hitu

Other

September 19, 2023

Se fue un gran soldado. Ahora disfruta de la paz eterna. Hasta siempre Señor.

Sargento 1° Rafael Jurado

Other

September 18, 2023

RIP Sir
JohnF

John Fritz

Other

September 17, 2023

The record of Major Richard Winters' exploits during WWII are a daily reminder for me to hang tough and push forward. Thank you for your service Major.

Randy Schmalz

Other

August 31, 2023

I think the thing that has struck me most about Dick Winters is that he was humble. He glorified God without pomp and circumstance. He wanted peace and brought as much peace into war as a person can. He committed himself to excellence within and by doing so it showed up externally. He wanted to live his life in peace and promised God he would... what a beautiful promise. It was his internal self that was a hero, not his accomplishments...his accomplishments were a byproduct of who was internally as a man and the call of the times.

L.R.M

May 9, 2023

The memory of your service and words of wisdom will last forever. Thank you and all that served.

Dave meyer

August 18, 2022

I have seen B.O.B many times and the exploits of Maj. Winters and his men are heroic to the nth degree. He was a great leader and having served in the Army I can relate to alot of the happenings in the series. My first CO was surprisingly like Maj. Winters and I have had the good fortune to be able to tell him that.
Rest in peace soldier. Your mission is complete. Curahee!!.

Frank Schaffer

June 24, 2022

Your bravery and sacrifice is humbling. Every American, man,woman, and child should be made aware of your exploits. I would have followed you into hell. Thank you, thank you, thank you for being the man we all hope to be. Eternal rest is yours--you deserve it.

Bob Hornung

January 1, 2022

Major Winters answered when his country called, without any apparent hesitation. It is Americans like him that make our country the greatest in the world. Thank you for your service and sacrifice sir. May you Rest In Peace in the presence of our Lord and Savior and may God bless the United States of America.

Bobby D. Price

October 15, 2021

While I never had the pleasure of meeting him, Band of Brothers & Beyond Band of Brothers (Winters' own book) gave a good amount of insight as to his contributions and his war time accounts.

Thank you and to your fellow men of the 101st Airborne for your sacrifice and service

Tim Mannila

June 29, 2021

Thank you

Todd

Other

June 27, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.Thank you for all you did to keep us free.

kenneth freeman

Friend

June 17, 2021

Although i only know him through the series band of brothers he muast have been a great man. I served 9 years in the military through the gulf wars and iraq wars. I know what it is like to become unusually close to strangers through serving. It is a strange thing how close you do become. Every time i watch the series "which is a lot " i find myself tearing up with them and how emotional they get so many years later. God bless you and your family.

Timothy Roach

February 20, 2021

No greater man to serve under or with. Wish I could have been one of them. RIP Sir.

Robert Wall

Friend

January 24, 2021

You were a great and respected man.Thank you for my freedom.

Jerry Lee O'Nan

January 5, 2021

He was my AIRBORNE BROTHER. A true hero indeed and I don't use that word many times. REST IN PEACE ny brother

mark Franklin

Brother

November 25, 2020

I don't know what to say except that truly great men don't usually see themselves as such. From what little I've learned about Richard Winters he belongs in this class of men. If not for men like these where would me be? Jeff Epsaro, Eau Claire WI

November 19, 2020

Bob Wilkerson

April 21, 2020

Dear Winters family. I dont know you and never met Major Winters but I wanted to Express my thanks for his service and sacrifices during WWII. He was a true patriot and honorable man and I and my family are so grateful for.his all he and the 506th PIR of the 101st Airborne did. God bless you. Paul Zarvis Albany New York

Paul ZARVIS

Friend

March 23, 2020

He is a true hero to all of us and especially to the men who served under him that he led in battle and the ones that were able to return home to their families and go on with their lives with the knowledge that they served with heroes like Dick Winters. Keep his memory alive with generations that he was able to help by leading his men so that they were able to return home and raise families so that they could go forward with their lives and raise generations because of a true HERO life Major Dick Winters. He deserved the Medal of Honor.

joel garyn

Friend

February 8, 2020

In Remembrance...

December 26, 2019

America should never forget the Bravery, courage, and actions, of The Brave Men of the 506th Easy Company 101st Airborne division during World War II under the leadership of Major Richard "Dick" Winters.

Steven Wolfe

Acquaintance

December 25, 2019

You was a Great hero. Thank you for your service. I love the band of bothers mini series. I am an army brat I respect all those who defended our freedom.

Isaiah Gaskin

October 21, 2019

My Grandfather Charles flew one of the planes you jumped from on D-Day and he never met you after but he saw how much of an inspiration you were to everyone. He passed away before I was born but my mother and aunts and uncles told me about how much you inspired him to be humble yet firm in his actions both during his military career and his life after the war.
Ten-Hut! Theres an OFFICER on deck!!! CURRAHEE MAJOR

Brian McFadden

September 16, 2019

Words cannot express the dedication and sacrifice you gave to the call for freedom. There are generational lives that you and so many other soldiers have saved. Heaven must have a very special place for you. Thank you Major Winters for my freedom.

Robert Eckert

September 3, 2019

A true hero. R.I.P

Goran Arlefalk

September 3, 2019

Just the fact that, its over eight years after Major Winter's passing, and people are still writing condolences says much about this inspiring leader.

I was totally in awe of the portrayal of Major Winters in Band of Brothers. His leadership was far above any officer I had seen depicted in Hollywood.

He put his men before himself in matters of comfort. He put himself before his men in battle and in difficult situations. He was a TRUE leader.

I was recently headed to Hershey park on vacation back to my home state of PA. I passed the bridge dedicated to Major Winters and was unable to take a picture.

That is how I ended up here. Being a fellow Pennsylvanian his courage and leadership has inspired me for many years to always lead with compassion.

To his family I say thank you for allowing him to serve our nation. I hope one day, when my own life settles down, to read his book.

GOD Bless.

J. D. Wright

August 14, 2019

I grew up not far from you - but never knew.
Sending warm condolences to your family for their continued comfort.
From a retired Marine to the memory of E. Co heroes - God Bless you All. My family watches Band of Brothers twice a year- memorial weekend and veterans day weekend. We will continue this tradition to celebrate the memory of you and yours.

Teresa O'Donnell

July 6, 2019

You are a true hero sir and the world thanks you for your service !! The fight for freedom continues but your honor will never be forgotten !!

MICHAEL COXE

June 22, 2019

Tony Hamby

June 13, 2019

Tony Hamby

June 13, 2019

The world was a better place because of you. Your sacrifice will always be remembered and appreciated. Go with God

Ronde' Hunt

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June 7, 2019

You are a HERO Sir.

Greg Shade

June 6, 2019

Thank you sir

Joe McKenna

June 6, 2019

Thinking of you Mr. Winters and All you have done for The Alter of Freedom, It's been 75 Years today of the Anniversary of D-Day and wanted to take a moment and say that your memory lives on through all whom knew you and loved you, and even with some who never had the honor to know a man like you Sir. Thank you for all you have given. Rest in Peace Sir. For You Are a Band of Brothers.

Shawn Gardner

June 6, 2019

Thank you for protecting my Freedom even before I was born.

Frank Bankard

June 1, 2019

I've been in awe of WWII vets my entire life. Dad was one. But when I read Band of Brother's I was blown away by the men of Easy company and, in particular Dick Winters. I have watched Band of Brother 2 dozen times and I always tear up. What this man did for our country and indeed the world is beyond comprehension. Evidence of this is that here we are, some 8 yrs beyond his passing, and people are still posting here. A more fitting tribute I could not imagine. I salute you Dick WInters.
Currahee!

Steven Culver

April 4, 2019

I salute you Dick Winters, and I was brought to tears marveling at your account of yourself and the testimony of your comrades as to your character and your outstanding leadership, may God bless you always in Heaven. Amen

Brian Higgs

Friend

February 11, 2019

A true hero!

Evabn Andriopoulos

January 29, 2019

Thank you Major Winters for all you have done for our Country. You will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace.

Michael Scanlan

January 27, 2019

It is great sorrow to hear about the loss of one of the finest soldier, tactician and human-being to have ever lived. Thank you so very much for your service and bravery.

Juspreet Singh Sandhu

May 29, 2018

You were a good man and a great combat leader. Bless you and may you have eternal peace. RIP Sir.

Charles Parker

April 19, 2018

Yes and Amen to Brother Blalock's Nov 22nd entry. We are inspired and so thankful, this Thanksgiving and always, for these men who like Dick Winters answered a call to duty... and gave their utmost. Our nation's youngest generation, volunteer men and women, continue that tradition in smaller yet just as horrific wars. May God sustain such courage!

Dean Schilling

November 23, 2017

Am an African American veteran and I have watched The Band of brother at least 4times and every time I watch it I thank God that we had men that forge the way for us all. God bless those men for making our liberties a dream come true.

Michael Blalock

November 22, 2017

We thank God for men such as Major Winters, who gave his best to defend and protect the United States Of America. Job well done good and faithful service man. From the son of a WW11 Navy veteran who served on the USS Baltimore as a gunnery's mate.

Norman Stanley Hill

November 11, 2017

God Bless
Thank You for your service

D. Henke

September 30, 2017

Rip richard

David Dennison

June 30, 2017

My Uncle Stanley Leck was a 101st Airborn paratrooper, 504 Regiment,died Sept 24, 1944, Holland, Operation Market Garden.
My father, Army Air Corp Sgt. John P. Leck Sr. was at Pearl Harbor December 7, 1941. Saw action in the South Pacific. Came home when the war was over.
Uncle Michael Leck, Sgt Major Marine Corps, wounded in Korea, served in Vietnam, Da Nang during the 60's. They were the best.
What Price Victory.
Thank you Richard Winters for your part.

John Leck Jr.

April 17, 2017

I would have given much for the privilege of knowing better, this fine man and leader. I hope we, as a species, never forget this person and those like him. We should all aspire to be more like him.

Frank Allen

March 11, 2017

Never to be forgotten

Alan Farquharson

February 10, 2017

What a leader.... he is the poster child for the Greatest Generation. I have watched Band of Brothers several times all with a tear in my eye at the end where he very humbly states that he is not a hero, but he served in a company of hero's. I forced my children to watch (in the beginning) and now they too have watched several times. A great lesson in leadership, honor and duty reside within this mans character. His family and community should be very proud of him... I know I am.

Allen Gordon

February 9, 2017

I am just now learning of Mr. Winters, by watching Band of Brothers. I think his heart and courage is/was remarkable. What he did for our country and the men who fought for it. I am sad to hear he passed and hope he was able to reunite with out lost heros in heaven. GOD bless his family. Fellow American -Tanya Vicarini

Tanya Vicarini

February 7, 2017

Valenda Newell

July 22, 2016

From a 101st airborne soldier of Vietnam. Rest in peace sir. I hope to see you in heaven when I get there. May you be wrapped in an angles wings.

AIR BORNE
CURRAHEE

HARVEY FISHER

May 19, 2016

I really appreciate the leadership skills Major Dick Winters displayed while leading his men across Europe in World War II. He was right saying they had a story to tell. Easy Company's success was tthe most inspiring and awesome story I've ever read about, and easily the best war story I've seen on video. I too wish I could have met Dick Winters. And he was a good family man who worked hard and succeeded after the war.

MSgt Mike Hayward, USAF (Ret)

March 24, 2016

Major Winters...you were a true man among men.. I only hope I can be half the man that you and my father were... America will miss you forever and will respect all the work you did for all of us... thank you sir and may you rest in piece.

Daniel Griffin

January 6, 2016

Major Richard Winters was a true Patriot & an American hero. After the BAND OF BROTHERS series, reading everything I could about Major Winters, the 506th, and the men that served under him. I watched interviews and bought dvd's, where Major Winters talked about his experiences during WWII and his men. My 'dream' was to meet Major Winters & some of his men on the Band of Brothers tour from Curahee to Hitler's mountaintop home. What a wonderful experience that would have been!!!
The respect & admiration that I experienced for Major Winters and his men is pride, respect, and appreciation for their service. Thousands gave their lives to fight against Nazism & tyranny and many were from the 506th...true hero's!!!!
Thank you for your service Major Winters & the men of the 506th...

Nancy Moore

December 11, 2015

I just finished watching Band Of Brothers with my whole family. Seeing the sacrifices and everything they went through made me realize life isn't as bad as I though and that I need to live it to the fullest. Seeing the unbelievable bond that these men shared is incredible and I will forever be grateful for Easy Company! When they all pass they go and join each other in Heaven watching over us all, and hanging out with each other. May he rest in peace as well as the others. You were a great leader and an awesome person though I never knew you personally. Thank You for your service Major Richard Winters. LONG LIVE EASY COMPANY!!!!

Blaike Sugar

December 8, 2015

"Your story changed my life. I try to be a better person, despite mistakes I have made in the past. Thanks to you and your men. You were an inspiration and still are.

Robert Kotkanvuori

July 24, 2015

This was a tremendously inspiring and dedicated person who is no doubt a loss to us all. In fact we can be thankful that we have been enriched and in an equal degree protected by the many astounding and important national and even global defense measures over the years that this person has participated. May the family have peace we cherish the special memories. God's word says He will render judgment among the nations and set matters straight respecting many peoples. They will beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning shears. Nation will not lift up sword against nation, nor will they learn war anymore. May we all rejoice in this good news of everlasting peace. (Isaiah 2: 4) Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.

May 21, 2015

Major Winters was one of the great soldiers that served with the airborne forces during WW II. The generations that follow may never totally understand the sacrifices and hardships endured by our soldiers especially during the Battle of the Bulge. My Dad was in the Ardennes Forest at the same time with an engineer bridging unit. He spoke very little about what he went through until near the end of his life. For all those heroes of the Greatest Generation that ended the threat of Nazism in Europe and defeated the Japanese in the Pacific, "Stay Calm.... Carry On Good and Faithful soldier." Jesus wrap your loving arms around our fallen comrades.

Gary Stebbins
Lieutenant Colonel, Field Artillery
U.S Army, Retired (service years 1973-2001)

Gary Stebbins

March 21, 2015

Your story is truely inspiring and you are a credit to everybody around you and im sure you was lovled by many. Rest in pease Mayjor

Mike Willis

January 15, 2015

Thank you sir.

seth sparrow

January 14, 2015

Thank you, Major Winters, for giving selflessly of yourself to rid the world of Nazism. You and the men with whom you served will not be forgotten.

G Forsythe

January 5, 2015

Rest Richard, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Harry Simpson

January 2, 2015

God bless you and the men of Easy Company may you find piece after all you have endured to keep the world safe. I salute you. Carry on.

Rush Stoicsitz

December 7, 2014

Thank you Major Winters.
With respect to a true American Hero

David Cutsforth

December 3, 2014

Maj. Winters, thank you for your sacrifice and protection. God be with you and your family.

James Potts

November 12, 2014

I saw the documentary of your action and service in that Germsn War, and I want to say that your wee indeed a hero. You will be miss. RIP. Love, Lawrence Shelton.

Lawrence Shelton

October 13, 2014

Serving with you would have been an honor. He applied Hebrews 6:10 to his life.

John Calvin

September 5, 2014

Major Winters..
Paid respects at your gravesite this weekend with my wife and children. Told them of a great American Soldier.
Thank you greatly for your service and great leadership. It is because of the many brave soldiers like yourself that we enjoy this freedom and can raise our children under the Flag you and others fought to protect. I thank god every day for great men and their sacrifices, you Sir were one of the best and you will be forever missed and respected.
May God be with you always.

Brian VanDenBroek

August 22, 2014

This was truly an amazing person with so much talent the loss is clearly ours. Prayers fill our hearts while singing praises to God asking him to let us never forget the love we have for this wonderful person gone from our lives never forgetting the joy we shared experiencing a great talent. Hebrews 6:10.

July 10, 2014

Wanted to meet you and wish I had. You and all of those that served can never be thanked enough. Thank you! May God bless you and you family.
Jeff

Jeff Howard

July 3, 2014

I thank The Lord for the witness of a life well lived pro Deo et Patria.

CH (LTC) Michael Milton

June 21, 2014

Thank You, men like you are rare, our country is forever in your debt.
God Bless.

vance marsett

June 6, 2014

America has lost another one of its true heros as well as a gereat leader and gentleman. Reading and knowing of Dick Winters, as well as watching his story, "Band of Brothers" as many times as I can,I honestly can say that I, Like "Wild Bill" Guarnere, would follow him to hell and back!

My dad was in the Pacific theater during WWII, also fighting for our country. Together, we used to watch Victory at Sea on TV, and he would tell me all about the "heros" he fought alongside. He would have also been honored to "follow" Dick Winters.

God bless Dick Winters and bless his family

John Mascaro

May 17, 2014

Dear Mister Winters I could only thank you and the rest of the men of 506 easy company for giving me my freedom to live a very enjoyable life. I stand and Salute you and to those who never came home more men should take a lesson on how to be real men you are with the rest of easy company again. I to would follow you into hell because you cared about everybody under your command

Patrick Brickle

May 2, 2014

Having just read Major Winters book I feel I must put a comment here. Mr Winters was a very humble man and always credited other people while demeaning the part he played in the actions he took part in. In my opinion this man was a true hero amongst other hero's and without him and them we would not have the freedom we have got now. My only wish is that I could have met him and thank him personally for my freedom.

Peter Wood

April 27, 2014

This man was a true inspiration to all of mankind.. and he still is. He and his fellow brothers are the definitions of commitment, integrity and selflessness. May you rest in peace Mr. Winters. People around the world will always remember your outstanding character and sacrifice, along with the rest of Easy. Hang Tough.

Jerry Linkenhoker

April 20, 2014

You are missed. We sure could use some more men of your honor and integrity. I am grateful for your service to mankind. My warmest regards to your family.

Keath McKinney

April 1, 2014

A national treasure, MAJ Winters' leadership was the inspiration for me to author a video case study guide to accompany HBO's "Band of Brothers" for teaching leadership in college classrooms. Leading from the front is a key feature of his leadership principles from "Leadership at the point of the bayonet." His legacy endures because young people embrace his principles for leadership success. MAJ Steven Krause

Steven Krause

March 8, 2014

He was a realy good man

January 27, 2014

TRULY A MEMBER OF THE GREATEST GENERATION. A TRUE AMERICAN HERO AND A PERSON TO BE EMULATED BY ALL GENERATIONS. IT IS MEN LIKE MAJOR WINTERS AND HIS TROOPS,THAT MADE AMERICA THE GREAT NATION IT IS TODAY. THANK-YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE,DEVOTION AND DEDICATION! MAY YOU REST IN PEACE!

BRIAN DONNELLY (HIGHLAND MILLS, N.Y.)

January 20, 2014

TRULY A MEMBER OF THE GREATEST GENERATION. A TRUE AMERICAN HERO AND A PERSON TO BE EMULATED BY ALL GENERATIONS. IT IS MEN LIKE MAJOR WINTERS AND HIS TROOPS,THAT MADE AMERICA THE GREAT NATION IT IS TODAY. THANK-YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE,DEVOTION AND DEDICATION! MAY YOU REST IN Peace!

BRIAN DONNELLY

January 20, 2014

You are my hero. I can only aspire to oneday be half the officer and man that you were.
-OCS Candidate Trendell

Chris Trendell

January 6, 2014

Rest in Peace Major Winters. May you never be forgotten.

Doug Hancock

November 21, 2013

I wished I could have met Dick Winters, he is one of my heros, I served 28 yrs in the Military, you were my inspriration and would have been blessed to serve with you, God Bless, Dick Winters a true leader, a soldier,

Chris Hodd

October 23, 2013

He was such amazing man and one of many that helped saved the world.. I have so much respect for him. It would have been such an honor to have meet Major Winters.. He is an inspiration on my life. America needs to have more men like Major Winters. And ALL OF THE GUYS OF EASY COMPANY.. CURRAHEE!!!!

Joni Chasteen

September 12, 2013

Easy Company was an inspiring story of the "greatest generation." My dad served USMC in the Pacific and was alsoone of the great ones, too. The intensity, horrific conditions and above and beyond courage of our American boys and men is stunning
Band of Brothers, The Pacific, and movies such as Saving Private Ryan have served as a catalyst for me, at 65, to become an avid WW II follower and immensely appreciative American.
High school curriculum should embrace the sources today so that the youth of America can "see" the horror. of war and the loss of so many 18, 19, 20 year old Americans that never got to marry their girlfriend, fix up a hot rod, go to the drive-in. The loss of these "boys" who never enjoyed the life experiences of being a father and grandfather. One can only think of their true life "experiences."
I have always desired visiting Normandy, I could never do that for fear of my emotions.
God bless all those who sacrificed years of their lives and all of their life to save our great country.

Paul Chapman

August 15, 2013

A hero. I wish I had met you. God bless you. You and easy company will never be forgotten

July 28, 2013

Thoughts are of you, our quiet, humble hero. I cannot thank you enough for having the presence of heart to have graciously spoken with me when I searched you out. Please tell my brother and the other Eagles I love them. We could use some help here that the 506th would not be disbanded. Where you are, soldiers are not needed, and I know this. But please share your wisdom with us that we might do what is the highest good of all concerned. I shall be praying to the Almighty for the answers. Or that we ask the right questions. Love,
From one Eagle's sister,

Rev. India Elaine Garnett

July 4, 2013

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