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3/8 Sgt Maj Beirut 82-83 Inspiring by his presence
Lcpl(then) Noll 3/8 comm
August 11, 2024 | Work


Trussville, Alabama
Apr. 13, 1929 - Feb. 3, 2017 Sgt. Maj. Ernest William Arthur, USMC (retired), 87, passed away peacefully Friday, February 3, 2017. A native of Birmingham, he was born April 13, 1929. He was preceded in death by his parents, Grady and Nell Arthur; his brothers, Royal Merchant and Henry Edward...
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Lcpl(then) Noll 3/8 comm
August 11, 2024 | Work
I am a military widow who had the honor of having SgtMaj Arthur as a landlord in NC, and as a friend. He investigated 2 deliberate pay wrongs against my husband, while he was SgtMaj for the 2nd Mar Div. When I subsequently lost my husband in the Beirut Bombing, he was there to provide sound advice and guidance for me and my son like a father. I shall always be grateful for his kindness and care. My condolences to his family and friends, he was a wonderful human being, a true gentleman, and a...
Pauline Shipp
September 21, 2017 | Jacksonville, NC
Miss your jokes and silliness...and having a wonderful time laughing and having fun... Love Always Littlebear to you and all...
August 04, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. I served with the Sargent Major in Beirut. I was the COs driver and spent many nights playing acey deucy with him in the "Root". He was the greatest leader and best role model I ever had. He will be greatly missed. Semper FiD M Elrod Sgt. 79-83
Darryl Elrod
July 31, 2017 | Murfreesboro, TN
The finest Marine with whom I ever served. May the peace and everlasting glory of Heaven be with him and Sarah and all his family. Godspeed and Semper Fi, Sergeant Major.
LtCol Tom Barrows
March 06, 2017 | Norwalk, OH

Heaven has a new angel. Sarg was a great man and a good friend. Our prayers are with the family.
Wayne and Trisha Coleman
February 24, 2017 | 79 Elks Lodge, AL
When the Army and the Navy look on Heaven's scenes, they will find the gates are guarded by United States Marines. Semper Fi Sergeant Major.
February 15, 2017

Denise my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sarge will forever be missed.
Benita Bell
February 10, 2017 | Homewood, AL
Dear family I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your loved one May you find comfort in the hope that you will see your love one again Acts17:31
February 10, 2017