JOSEPH MUCELLI

Sir, I am sorry it took me so long to find this. I was proud to be with Major Mucelli and his sidekick, Sgt Hamby, at MacV Team 38 in Bao Loc went out with them looking to help people. Ended up being his RTO 1967 up to Tet in 1968 Sgt Jim Christiano

I met Maj. (Joe) in Lam Dong Province in 1966. I was an Air Force Airborne Forward Air Controller flying the 0-1E Birddog air craft. One Sunday after noon Joe asked if I wanted to go with him on a hike in the local area. I thought that he was nuts. He said, Leave your weapon at home, you won 't need it. I must admit it was a beautiful hike. I also accompanied Joe when he visited a few Montagnard villages, which was also very interesting. Joe was a great friend and I will never forget him.

Dear Joe,
may you rest in peace.Thank you very much for everything.your memories will never be forgotten.your thought will remain in my heart forever.I'm so sorry.

Thank you so much to whomever sponsored this guest book for permanent publication. What a touching tribute to Joe and a gift to his family and friends this holiday season.

MAJ,
You were a father, mentor, and personal hero to so many. You had a way of making each and every student that passed your way feel so special and loved. You had such an impact on my life and my family. I wouldn't be where I am today without your guidance and support. I'll always miss our lunches and the time you took to get us out and about this beautiful state. Thank you for my first gold bars that you would years later pin on my shoulders. Your life is something that so many of...

Dear Maj,

I never really got a chance to say goodbye. It's been months since you've passed and I got the message from Tannie, but it's still hard every day. I still find myself talking to you throughout my day, and I pretend that I can still hear your helpful words of wisdom, advice, and guidance.
You really saved my life, and I mean literally saved my life. I don't know what I would've done without you, or where I'd be if you weren't there those few nights where I had nowhere to...

Maj,

Thank you for being there for me, Julie and Dawn. You were always there to open the range for us when we arrived early in the morning and there to close the range when we left in the evenings. I'm thankful for knowing you and benefiting from your kindness and wisdom. I'll miss you very much.

Dear friends,

Thank you for all your lovely messages here. I'll keep them and have them reposted on www.majormucelli.com. I miss Joe every day. We all lost a beautiful friend in him.

Thank you for your support,
Tannie
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It was a honor to know and serve with you in Lam Dong Province, Vietnam. You were always upbeat and positive, and did an excellent job. I will never forget your service.