Joseph D'Emidio

I remember the change of command cerremony in Vietnam when Captain D'Emidio took command of MCB 74 with the whole battalion at attention parade in greens. We had good moral when he took command and we continued to have excellent moral. We worked 7 days a week but we did have enough time to enjoy our fellow seabee battalion mates in recreation often enough to have a good camaraderie. Thanks Captain for leading our battalion in hard but interresting work and safely home.

We always enjoyed your company Joe. Our prayers are with you and your family.

It was my honor to serve under Cmdr. J.A D'Emidio from 1968-1970 MCB-74 A-Co
We all came back safely to our familys..
Fair Winds & following Seas..Skipper.
Rick Cole, Gulfport,MS

It was an honor to serve under Capt. D'Emidio. He led us well during our tour in Vietnam and returned safely with all hands.

Rest in Peace Captain. You served your Country well and led your men with distinction.

As a late comer to Golden Racquets, I wish I had known Joe. I am the daughter of Adm. Paul J. Halloran, Commander of the 6th Brigade of Seabees, WWII. I have supported the Seabee Museum and will continue to do so. Joe and your family are in my prayers.

A nice friend, a wonderful tennis player, and a most amusing story teller. He will be long remembered.

Joe was on one of the good guys.
He will be missed.

Joe's Family:

It was my privilege and pleasure to know Joe during his tennis-playing days with Goolden Racquets in Fairfax County, VA. I will keep Joe and your family in prayer, and always give thanks for the pleasure and privilege of knowing such a fine gentleman and good tennis player.