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James R. "Daddy Wags" Wagner

James Wagner Obituary

WAGNER JAMES R. ``DADDY WAGS' on Nov. 2, 2002, of Clifton Heights, PA and South Phila., PA; husband of Marguerite J. ``Peggy' (nee DeFeo) Wagner; beloved father of Joyce M. R. (Christopher) Carroll, Marion L. Wagner and Jaime Noel Wagner; beloved grandfather of Catherine Rose Carroll; devoted son of Marion (nee Cook) and the late Raymond Wagner; loving brother of Edward Wagner, Raymond Wagner and Deborah Wagner; loving uncle of Shannon E. Moran, Edward and Raymond Wagner. Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Thurs. 9 A.M. O'LEARY FUNERAL HOME, 640 E. Springfield Rd., Springfield, PA and to his Viewing Wed. after 4 P.M. Funeral Mass Thurs. 10 A.M. Holy Cross Church, Springfield, PA. Int. SS. Peter and Paul Cem. In his memory, the family would appreciate contributions to Toys for Tots Foundation, P.O. Box 1947, Quantico, VA 22134. (Parking on Premises)

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Nov. 4 to Nov. 5, 2002.

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Jaime Wagner Nuhfer

November 1, 2020

Is she w you Dad? Have you found eachother? Tell my sissy I miss her so much. If she were here she would have asked me if I knew it was your death day tomorrow. I always knew but I would squash the subject and say I don’t want to remember those dates like you do. Now I’ll never forget her dates. They’re etched painfully in my heart forever.
I love you and hope you’re both at peace,
J

Betsy Hession

April 28, 2007

Hey Marine!
One again, as your know, I sat on your bench across the street today, where I always feel your presence and rejoyce in your spirit!

jaime

April 17, 2007

i miss you,dad!

ed caruso

October 7, 2006

Jimmmy
always thinking of you! especially in these difficult and trying times! every a few more of our Marines make the ultimnate sacrifice!all these young men! a waiste!there is a new movie coming out Flags Of Our Fathers i knowthe book was great!any way thinking of you today!by the way my Platoon from PI 308 is having oue 44th reunion on our birthday i know you will be there!
sempi fi
Eddie Caruso

Joe Featherston

October 5, 2006

We continue to make respectful reference to Cookie's, Daddy Wags and his dress rehearsal "wake" years before his untimely death. The old Irish saying that "you're never really dead until the last person who remembers you dies" certaily applies here. We ALL miss Daddy Wags, a lot.

Semper Fidelis
Joe Featherston
Major, USMC, Retired

Born and raised in Philly, retired from the Corps in Philly (1978),now retired in Aiken.

SGT.JOE LORD

October 4, 2006

if the army or the navy ever look on heavens scenes,they will find the streets are guarded by the united states marines,and daddy wags. "SEMPER FI MARINE.

jaime wagner-nuhfer

March 17, 2006

hey, dad. cookies just got best neighborhood bar in the review! it's wierd to see mar quoted in the paper and not you! we miss you. please keep your spirit with her. love, j xo

jaime wagner

January 25, 2006

can't sleep. what's new? please look out for Mar she really needs someone to look out for her! she still mourns your death terribly. i still can't believe you're gone and never coming back. i wish i could go back and get some more time with you! i hope me and mar made you comfortable towards the end. it was so hard to watch you leave us. but i wouldn't trade that moment for anything. i am glad i was there for you!

love, j xo

Jeannie DePasquale

January 21, 2006

Jimmy,

You are surely missed by everyone. You were a great brother-in-law. Your nephews Joey and Anthony DeFeo really miss you. Thanks for always being there for them and me. Rest in peace. I still cannot believe that you are gone. I still expect you to walk out of Cookie's Bar or your house. We miss you much!

Jeannie, Joey and Anthony

jaime wagner

January 18, 2006

Thinking of you...love you

xo Jay

SHANNON

December 23, 2005

UNCLE JIM MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR...I HOPE YOU LIKE THE TREE I LEFT FOR YOU AT THE CEMETARY SLEEP TIGHT UNTILL WE MEET AGAIN U ARE FOREVER IN MY HEART I LOVE YOU XOXO

Savannah Phipps

September 4, 2003

Hi Uncle Jimmy,



I guess you already know what happened to me when I got hit with the baseball bat, my skull got fractured. I want to thank you for being there. I made it so far because you've been watching out for me. You always kept your promises to me.



Love you & miss you,

Savannah

Bill Byrne

September 3, 2003

Dear Marion and Family,

I'm posting this message nearly two years after Wags died.He was truly the best at whatever he did. He made lasting impressions on us all. He sent me a post card from Ireland in January just before he came home ill. He always took that extra time to remember friends.

All the "boys from Boston" miss him dearly.

Semper Fi my brother, you made a great difference in this world.

Eileen

December 27, 2002

Thanks for the memories. Rest in Peace, Jimmy.

Eileen

Paddy, Barbara & Anna Rolleston

November 30, 2002

Every time I used to pass the now silent thatched cottage at Beltra, my heart lifted in expectation of you bringing it to life if you were coming, or of the robust welcome if you were here in Ireland. Now its soul is departed. No cars gather outside. No horns of passing traffic sound their greeting. I fear the daffodils I planted for you will find no warmth radiating outwards, for without Wags here there will be no spring.

I do not want to admit that Daddy Wags has new places to inspire with his generousity of spirit, his ability to transform black & white into vivid colour, to awake slumbering joy in people, to enlarge small views into broad landscapes, and to banish meagreness and small mindedness.

Wags, we miss your abraisive humour that rubs away our smug veneer to reveal our neglected smile, your intolerance of petty mindedness, your ability to describe us in ways that from anyone else would enrage us but from only you we accept as warm friendship, and that you have brought the very best of the U.S.A. into this quiet, water'd land.

Carmel Tracy

November 29, 2002

Jim;-Your life was one of kindly deeds, A helping hand for others needs. Just as you were you will always be,Someone special in my memory. Fond Memories, Carmel.

John & Peggy Mc Manus

November 29, 2002

In loving memory of our dear friend Jim;- Happy memories keep forever, Of the good times we spent together,Each of us in our own way have special thoughts of you today

Loved and sadly missed.

John Peggy & Family.

Allister Audrie & lesley Kee

November 25, 2002

Jim; You brought so much fun and laughter into our lives. We will miss you, you have instilled so many memories in our hearts that will never be forgotten. You were a true and trusted friend.

Peggy Moore

November 23, 2002

Jimmy,

I can't express in words the great honor I feel at spending time with you during your final, courageous battle. I will never forget the compassion you showed for others despite the pain you were suffering yourself.I will never forget the hundreds of friends from all walks of life who came to visit you. I will never forget your family, and will remind them often of the many times you told me how much you loved them, and how proud you were of them. I will never forget your dedication to your country and your beloved Corps.I will never forget the smile on your face when you spoke of your beautiful Irish home. I will never forget your faith in Jesus, the Blessed Mother, and your Angels. I will never forget how blessed I am to have had you for a friend. My life is so much richer because you were a part of it. I will carry the memory of your spirit in my heart always. I will NEVER forget you Wags!!

Semper Fi!!

Love,

"PeggyMoore"

Paul, Irene, Caitriona & Aislinn Colton

November 22, 2002

Jim, you are missed by all of us. We love you dearly and you will always remain in our hearts. You were always giving never wanting anything in return. A kind and generous person.

You will be remembered forever.

Roland & Nellie Armstrong

November 19, 2002

Wags, Out of our lives you may be gone but in our hearts you will always live on. A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind; Those are the memories you left behind.

Love you always, Roland & Nellie,

LCpl Brendan Bownes

November 17, 2002

On behalf of the Military Police of MCB Quantico we extend our deepest condolences to the family of James Wagner. God bless Semper Fi

Buddy Bownes

November 16, 2002

Wags my friend I will truely miss you. Your enthusiasm for life and your unselfish acts to help others will go unmatched. Always Your Friend, BUDDY (USA,Vietnam 69 11B)

Michael Medway

November 13, 2002

November 10th. The Marine Corps birthday. I was not a Marine or ever in the military. I did not know the significance of that date. I met Jimmy Wagner. Now I'll never forget November 10th or "Wags." I was always amazed at the diversity Wags' Marine Corps birthday party attracted. "Big" people. "Little" people. Military people. Non-military people. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines. Grunts and officers. Good conduct medal recipients to Medal of Honor recipients. From Wags I learned one "received" the Medal of Honor, one did not "win" the Medal of Honor or any military medal of distinction. I learned a great deal from Wags, mostly stuff one can't talk about publically. I also learned what it meant to be truly generous. I learned one should never pay lip service to life. Live it to the fullest. Never overlook the people we meet along the way, especially the ones who need a helping hand. Jimmy Wagner may not have been the epitome of a gentleman. He was much more. He was a human being.

Patti Mitchell

November 12, 2002

Daddy Wags!

It was a pleasure knowing you through my dad..Don Carr..I'm sure the two of you will share a drink again. I will always appreciate the help you offered me, when i needed it. You will be missed by all!

Gina Romano

November 12, 2002

As I looked at the faces of hundreds that came to say good bye to you, my heart sadden more and more. I continuously thought to myself, God he was loved by so many. Loved by numerous friends. Loved by neighbors. Loved by comrades. Loved by family members. Loved by me. You will be surely missed. Your time on this earth will never be forgotten.



How will I ever thank you for everything you have done for me? You gave me Joyce, Marion & Jaime the three sisters I never had. The three best friends I will always have. You were my best friends’ “Daddy Wags”. You taught me to love this country from the time I was small. You took me places I thought I’d never see. You shared a pint in the pubs of Ireland with me. You were there when I needed you. You were a father to me in many ways. I will always love and respect you Daddy Wags. I will miss you until the day I see you again.



To Joyce:

I know you are just as sad for Catherine as you are for yourself. Be thankful for the time they had together, the time some never share. I know you loved your Dad and always will. Some day you will look back and realize you gave him the best gift of all. A gift no one could ever replace.



To Marion:

I know you are missing him terribly. He loved you and you loved him. That was known by all. Even though he tortured you at times with his silly requests, I know you wouldn’t have traded him in for the world. You are lucky to have had him as your dad and he’s lucky to have had you as his daughter. You made a great team…Wags & Wags Forever! I love you Mar, hang in there. I still need you.



To Jaime:

You are a truly good hearted person. One of the best I’ve ever known. Not many people would have done what you did for your dad over the last nine months. It just goes to show, you loved him unconditionally. He was proud of you and loved you very much (he told me so in Ireland). Stay strong and take care of yourself.

Joe Featherston

November 12, 2002

While attending a Marine Corps Birthday church service at Washington National Cathedral on 2 Novemeber I heard one of the Navy Chaplains offer the following comment regarding Marines who had passed away..."Although they no longer live with us, they will always live within us!" No better message can be sent to family and friends. I'm told there is an old Irish saying that "you are never really dead until the last person who remembers you dies."

Semper Fi Sgt Wags

Jrhd sends

Rick Greenwood

November 11, 2002

Always faithful, sorely missed. Looking forward to seeing you again on the other side! Semper Fi!

Pam Armstrong

November 10, 2002

Wags

I miss you. I never thought I would have to say good-bye. I took for granted that you would always be there. I am so grateful for the times we shared together and I will always hold a special place for you in my heart. See you in my dreams.

Love Pamski

mark

November 10, 2002

Keep those pearly gates guarded Marine! Save a place for the rest of the devil dogs that will join your ranks.



Semper Fi

USMC 98-02

Bob Baker

November 9, 2002

Semper Fi

Sgt Wags.You will be missed.

Rick & Carol Phipps

November 9, 2002

Hey Big Brother! We're going to miss you, but we know that you're still with us and always will be, as you are to strong of a spirit to leave this earth completely! Love, Rick, Carol, Robin & Savannah

Jim and Betty Peltekis

November 8, 2002

Dear Marion and Family...My wife and I met Jim in Ireland at Roland and Nellie's. Even though we met for the first time, your dad felt like an old friend, someone we'd known for years. We attended the Marine B-Day Party last year after a lot of coaxing from Jim. I was probably one of few non-service guys there. We just heard Charlie on the National Radio Talk Show I set him up with. He did a great job talking about Jim. I wish I had known your dad better and longer. I admired him and all the things he has done. Please accept our deepest condolences and we hope to meet you some day at Cookie's on our way home from the south. With Sympathy, Jim and Betty

Walter Obrish

November 7, 2002

God Speed Sgt. Wags.

It was a pleasure and honor knowing you.

Semper Fi

Sgt. Walter Obrish USMC

Mac Thacher

November 7, 2002

Wags,

If you and Hondo have found each other in Kingdom Come, I'm sure the Birthday is going to be well organized and highly attended this year. I'll miss you two guys this year and the famous dive from the balcony!

God Bless you Marine,

Semper Fi,

Mac

MIke Harr

November 7, 2002

I served in HMM 262 with "Daddy Wags" and knew him as a great man and Marine! He ran me into the ground on a jogging outing one day and got me to get into better shape and that made me a better Marine ! Have not seen him since RVN but miss him alot today. The world was a better place with him in it. Mike Harr

Sgt Michael DeVuono

November 7, 2002

I was told by a great Marine once, "The Marine Corps will continue on without you, but it just won't be the same."



Rest assured that we will carry on, and that you will be sorely missed. Godspeed and SEMPER FI !!!

SAM HELLAND

November 7, 2002

Great American, super Marine, and a legand to those who served with him in the Marine Corps. He will be missed -- Semper Fi old friend.! Bgen Sam Helland USMC

Cookie

November 7, 2002

Jimmy was a GREAT neighborhood guy the corner will miss him much

milton [pappy] Gore

November 6, 2002

I only knew Jim for a few years,but long enough to know that he was a patriot, a credit to the Marine Corps and a credit to the USA. He will be sadly missed by everyone who had the good fortune to be associated with him. "SEMPER FI" JIM. My sympathy goes out to your family.

Post #713 VFW

November 6, 2002

The members and friends of Post 713, would like to extend our deepest sorrow at this time of grief. Daddy Wags will be remembered in our prayers.

Megan Lucidi

November 6, 2002

Dearest Jaime and Family,

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Michele has been keeping me informed, and I just wish I could be there for you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Megan

Betsy & Harry Hession

November 6, 2002

"One in a Million", and our Friend.

We will miss your presence, but never your spirit! Semper Fidelis!

Patrick Hayes

November 6, 2002

We joined the Marine Corps in the same year, I wonder if we were on the Island together; most likely we were in Vietnam at the same time, I was a helicopter gunner for HMM-263 and HMM-361.

I was hoping to make it to your Marine Corps bash but put it off because of committments to march on the 11th in Boston.

I never thought you'd die before I got to meet you.

HAND SALUTE

Semper Fidelis,

Patrick Hayes 2098488

Bill Roadfuss

November 6, 2002

Jimmy, When you leap off a cloud after leading all of Heaven in the Marine Corps hymn, You'll float forever!!!

Semper Fi,

Bill Roadfuss Vietnam 68-69

Judith Witherow

November 6, 2002

I came to know Jim through Peggy. We were both fighting the good fight. I am so sorry to learn that I lost a fellow warrior. Judith

Roe Brennan

November 6, 2002

To Family of Jimmy Wagner:

So sorry to hear about Jimmy. We've

lost touch but a lot of good memories. Aunt Marion, I'll drop you a line. Our prayers go out to all of you.



Love,

Roe Brennan and Little Bernie

Jim Barton

November 6, 2002

Even as I offer condolences and prayers to this family, I somehow know that Wags is just waiting for the party to begin. It was a privilege to shake his hand last year.

Thanks for everything, Marine, and Rest in Peace.

Semper fidelis,

Jim Barton

USMC 1964 - 1970

Bill Ready

November 6, 2002

Semper Fi Brother;

I'll be there Sunday but I'll meet you some other day so save a spot for me...Fi Bill Ready

EUGENE WEISENBEEGER

November 6, 2002

"WAGS" WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED..YET ALWAYS REMEMBERED BY ALL MARINES...SEMPER FI

Bill O'Brien

November 5, 2002

So glad I shook your hand last November 10, 2001 at your beloved Marine Corps birthday celebration. I will be there this Sunday also, but it won't be the same without you, Wags. May you rest in peace. You will be greatly missed.

Semper Fidelis

Bill O'Brien USMC 1963-1967

Joel Dichter

November 5, 2002

Our condolences got out to the entire Wagner Family. We have lost another American Hero!! May Daddy Wags Rest in Peace!!

SEMPER FI

Joel and Vicki Dichter

MCLEF

Toni & Celeste Agnes

November 5, 2002

Marion and Jaime:

In the short amount of time we knew your father, we got to see what a courageous, spirited, vibrant, and good-hearted person he was. He will leave a lasting impression in our hearts and he could never be forgotten. It was truley an honor to know him.

All our love,

Toni & Celeste

Kathleen Hogan

November 5, 2002

Many years ago my Grandfather Weasel and Ray Wagner were friends,joining our families together, many memories of great times, love and respect will always be with me, Jimmy was always there to lend a hand, catch a tear, make someone smile never asking for anything in return, he is a Hero to many, you could be having a bad day, walk along Oregon Avenue and not even see him but hear "Hi Honey", a wave, a smile a kind word, he will always be remembered....never to be forgotten, he smiles over all of us now....The Angels are certainly going to be "marching" in line now....Thank you, for being you.

roseann averona

November 5, 2002

Dear Marion and Family

My deepest symphony to you.

i know Sonny is up there greeting him

with his special chicken dish and singing to him he did it his way.

GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU

love Roseann Averona

Janet Krause (Caruso)

November 5, 2002

"Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have made a difference in the world, "Daddy Wags" didn't have that problem."



Marion, Jaime (and family),

Your Dad was a one of kind man I will never forget. His contagious smile will forever be embedded in my heart. I will miss hearing him sing the MC Hymn and just listening to him tell his uproarious stories. Know that he touched everyone who knew him.



You are in my thoughts.

Love and hugs,

Janet

Eileen & Vince McCusker

November 5, 2002

SEMPER Fi!!!

Daddy Wags,

You will be sadly missed by all your

friends and fellow Marines.And remember for the NOVEMBER 10TH BIRTHDAY PARTY.And IRISH WEEKEND will never be the same.

WE will miss you

Vincent & Eileen

McCusker

ed caruso sr.

November 5, 2002

jimmy you have meant so much to so many of us! we will all miss you god bless you!every marine will always remember "daddy wags" especially now! love you! sempi fi marine!will see again on the parade grounds! always, eddie chinee!

Shannon Moran

November 5, 2002

Unc,

I cannot believe you are gone. To me it feels like im having a bad dream and there is no way out.You were loved by so many from here all the way to Ireland. And you will truly be missed. You have left me with memories that i will treasure for the rest of my life. Our wonderful trips to Ireland ill never forget. Sleep tight now Unc,i know youll be watching over us.keep our family strong. ill see you when i get there.

All of my Love,

Shannon





Aunt Mar,

Every time i look at you my heart ache's, i just dont know what to do. but you know i am here for you through all of this and we will get through it TOGETHER.

I LOVE YOU

Love, Sem xo





Jaime,

I love you. So So very much.

love always,

Shannon

xo

Roxie Rogers

November 5, 2002

Marion and family, I can only think of how Blessed you are to have such a wonderful son. May God give you strength during this most difficult time. We will never forget all of our memories of Wags. He touched so many lives. All my Love Roxie Rogers, LBI, NJ

JACK MURPHY(USMC 54-57)

November 5, 2002

Daddy Wags as a true Marine you have fought the good fight. God keep you until we meet again. Semper Fi brother.

Joe Coghlan

November 5, 2002

You may have been caught in the arms of a few marines when you jumped off a helicopter, but you were caught in the hearts of thousands over the years. We will miss you. Joe Coghlan and Marge Glenn

Norm Bloomfield

November 5, 2002

Semper Fi

June DePasquale

November 5, 2002

Jimmy,

You will surely be missed. Thank you for helping me and giving me advice during my rough breakup two years ago. You were a great help, as always, with a big heart. It won't be the same without your wit and energy around. God Bless You, SEMPER FI. Peggy, Marion, Joyce, and Jamie, words can't express my sorrow for your loss. My prayers are with you.

Rev. Guy W. Opie

November 5, 2002

Sgt Wags

Heaven is a better place now.

The NJ Leathernecks Motorcycle DevilDog Chapter1 would like to thank you forkeeping the Marine Spirit alive.

Dan Sickman

November 5, 2002

As long as you remain in the heart and mind of at least one person you never die, you are just not here right now. No one will ever catch or match the spirit, vivacity or enthusiasm of "Daddy Wags"

Siemper Fi

Dan Sickman

U S M C 67-69

Tom&Rita Gillespie

November 5, 2002

Dear Marion & Family

With deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

"Wags" will be surely missed.

Men of Acme Warehouse

November 5, 2002

Hey Marine,

Thanks for the laughs and all the fun we had. It will never be the same.

You truly are one of a kind. We, the men at Acme warehouse, will never forget you.

A true patriot of this great country. Giving, sharing, helping and just making us forget all that was agonizing in the past for most of us.

Thanks Jimmy

Dave Brownlee

November 5, 2002

From "Rascal" in Tennessee. The world will miss a great man. My condolences to you all.

Margie Looker

November 5, 2002

Dear Wags,

Thanks for the fond memories of St. Patty's Day and all the great times at the MCLE ASSOC.conferences. You will be greatly missed.

Semper Fi

Joe and Joanne Gruss

November 5, 2002

We hope you are on guard duty when we get there.

Michele McLaughlin

November 4, 2002

Jaime, Marion, Joyce, and family...I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers. This has been a trying year for all of you. You had the patience of saints and the will of an army (or a marine corps, I guess.) I know your dad appreciated all of your love and care in his final days. He will watch over you from a much better place.

With much love and admiration, Michele

Sgt Eddie Casper

November 4, 2002

I guess that Chesty was looking for "A Few Good Men".

He has a Great one now!!!!

We will all miss you "Daddy Wags"

Semper Fidelis!!!!!!!!!!!

JESSE HILL

November 4, 2002

"FOR THOSE WHO FOUGHT FOR IT,

FREEDOM HAS A FLAVOR THE PROTECTED

WILL NEVER KNOW"

SEMPER FI OLD FRIEND

DELAWARE VALLEY VIETNAM VETERANS

Rod DePeppe

November 4, 2002

Semper Fi

Patti Orsino

November 4, 2002

Sgt Wags,

Words cannot express the gratitude we all feel for your service to our country and our Corps. Thank you for all the wonderful birthday celebrations at Cookie's. They have been the epitome of cameraderie and what a birthday USMC birthday party should be. You will be missed by all who were blessed to have known you.

You stand posted for duty on heaven's streets.

Semper Fi,

MGySgt Patti Orsino, USMC (ret)

Thomas Pitts

November 4, 2002

You will be missed but not forgotten.

Joseph Featherston

November 4, 2002

Daddy Wags, from one Philadelphian to another, from one Marine to another, you proved to be an exceptional patriot and a warm, engaging, motivated friend of all Marines past and present. The annual Marine Corps Birthday bashes at Cookies are legendary. You will certainly be missed by all of us in the Marine Corps family. Happy Birthday Marine. Semper Fidelis!

Joe Featherston, Mustang Major of Marines

Manassas, Virginia

Sergeant Taylor

November 4, 2002

Jimmy,



Well the devil is up a creek. I am sure you are running the show by now.



You will always be remembered for your kindness and your sense of duty. We are all much better of for having crossed your path. You touched us all, Daddy. God keep you and rest well. I pray that whenever you look down on us, you are pleased with what you see. We always keep your Corps the way you left it.



OOHRAH

Jacquie Swanson

November 4, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Jimmy was a wonderful person who touched a lot lives. With deepest sympathy, Gene & Helen Graham ; Anthony & Terri(Graham) Turchi; Mark & Jacquie (Graham) Swanson.

Marge D'Ambrosia

November 4, 2002

Dear Friend, You are sadly missed. Love, Marge

noreen burgess

November 4, 2002

SEMPER FI

Donald Murphy USMC 64-68

November 4, 2002

St. Peter, another Marine will be reporting for Gate Duty.

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