359 entries.
wrote on November 10, 2021 at 2:28 pm:
Ref. BILL BEERS-I spoke with Bill this afternoon after he received some disturbing news from the Dr.s. He had a CT scan and blood work done recently. The results were that he was one step away from dialysis with a non-alcoholic fatty liver; an enlarged spleen, and water retention in a cavity.
Bill has asked the association and all of his friends to keep him in your prayers as he battles his condition. Remember cards, calls, emails, and mostly prayers go a long way.
wrote on November 1, 2021 at 4:25 pm:
Ref. HARRY FETSICK_ Harry called me today to let me know that the nodule on his lung is benign. No cancer found but he will have the yearly tests to make sure. Please continue to keep him and all the others in your thoughts and prayers. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way.
wrote on October 30, 2021 at 2:55 pm:
Ref. STEVE GERHARDT- After playing phone tag for a few days we finally connected today. Steve says he's dong okay with PT once a week and sorry he missed the reunion this year but is looking forward to Branson. Keep him in your thoughts and prayers. Cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on October 28, 2021 at 10:48 am:
Ref.-HARRY FETSICK I spoke with Harry today to see if he had found anything out about the nodule on his lung. He has not found out the results as of yet. He's scheduled for cataract surgery in the near future and is keeping his diabetes under control. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on October 27, 2021 at 5:06 pm:
Ref. GENE JOHNSON- I spoke with Gene this evening and he and Carol wanted to send their regrets about not making the reunion this year. Gene is still on dialysis three days a week and couldn't locate a dialysis center near Gettysburg. He's on a new medicine for his diabetes that seems to be keeping it under control. Hopefully Gene and Carol can make it to Branson next year. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way.
wrote on October 26, 2021 at 5:02 pm:
Ref. BILL BEERS-I ask the association for prayers for Bill Beers and the family of Spec 5 Charles D Dicken (101 Airborne 1967). Bill was wounded in Operation Junction City. He was placed along side of other soldiers that were believed to be deceased. He said a "Dust off" (Medivac) came for them and they were taking only the wounded. When it started to leave, he put his arm over his face to keep the dirt out of his eyes. The crew chief saw Bill's movement and told the pilot not to leave that one was still alive. The crew chief pulled Bill in by his wrist and Bill woke up several days later in a hospital.
The crew chief ended up living not far from where Bill was from and belonged to several organizations that Bill did.
The crew chief was Charles D. Dicken Sept. 18,1943-2021 of Ridgeley, W. VA.
wrote on October 21, 2021 at 9:42 am:
Ref: STEVE Gerhardt- I just got off the phone with Steve's friend Leigh. Steve was having PT at home this morning so I couldn't reach him but his son-in -law is currently staying with him. He's continuing to recover with a lot of PT at home and hopefully will continue to improve. Remember cards, calls, prayers and emails go a long way!
wrote on October 20, 2021 at 3:06 pm:
Harry praying every thing goes good and you have a speedy recovery.
Doc Cody
wrote on October 19, 2021 at 1:07 pm:
Ref. HARRY FETSICK; I spoke with Harry today. He has an appointment with a cancer Dr. today for a nodule on one of his lungs. We had prayer together and he as well wants to asks for prayers from members that it comes up benign.
Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on October 11, 2021 at 1:27 pm:
Ref. HARRY FETSICK- I spoke with Harry this morning. He wanted to thank all of those who attended the reunion and signed the card to him. He stated he was sorry that he missed it and hoped all were doing well and had a great time. He also wanted to thank Dan Reeves for mailing it to him. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on October 8, 2021 at 10:01 am:
Ref. BILL BEERS- I spoke with Bill last night. He had spent the day at the hospital having a check-up from his surgery. He told me prior to surgery his left leg was only getting around 16% circulation. Now post-surgery he's getting around 96% and very happy with the improvement! Please continue to keep him in your prayers. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayer goes a long way.
wrote on October 4, 2021 at 7:47 pm:
Ref.: Steve Gerhardt- I spoke with Steve just now and he is home from rehab and the hospital. His spirits continue to remain high and regrets having to miss this year's reunion.
He sends thanks and to all of those who kept him in their thoughts and prayers. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on September 25, 2021 at 5:47 pm:
Ref. STEVE GERHARDT- I spoke with Steve today. His spirits were high as I informed him about our reunion. He told me that he'd planned on coming and really hated about what happened. He was very enthused about who all showed up and who didn't. Let's keep hoping and praying that his wish will come true that he'll go home this coming Friday! Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on September 17, 2021 at 12:24 pm:
Ref.: STEVE GERHARDT-I spoke with Steve's daughter today about her dad. He has now been moved to a rehab center and is improving, his spirits are high, and seems to be very motivated. He's having PT regularly. The address where Steve can receive mail is:
Steve Gerhardt
c/o UNITY HOSPITAL,
Golisano Rehab Center
1555 Long Pond Rd.
Greece, NY 14626
Now would be a good time to send a card or letter and continue to keep him in your prayers.
wrote on September 17, 2021 at 11:17 am:
Good morning fellow REDLEGS, feeling better today, they removed the wound vac that was in my groin area, felt relief right away, could walk a little easier once it was removed. Received a card from Dan Reeves and the 17 th reg. It Picked my day up, almost ready to head to Gettysburg for our reunion, hope everyone that is going to our reunion as a safe trip there and returning to their homes after the reunion, don’t forget to bring a full wallet to bid on the auction, see you there in a few day, rounds out, rounds out 🇺🇸🦅
wrote on September 14, 2021 at 5:56 pm:
Ref.: Bill Beers: Bill just informed me that he is now home. I think a call or two would brighten him up a little. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on September 13, 2021 at 4:03 pm:
Re. Bill Beers- I spoke with Bill "Conway" Beers today. His spirits were up and he was on his way home with the help of his brother-in-law. He made it clear that he would see us all. next week. Pray for his continuing recovery.
wrote on September 13, 2021 at 4:01 pm:
Ref.-NORM JONES. I spoke with Norm today and he wished everyone a good time in Gettysburg. He and Annette send their regards as well.
wrote on September 13, 2021 at 12:36 pm:
Ref. STEVE GERHARDT: Leigh just informed me that Steve is now in Rehab. Here's the link to the location.
https://www.rochesterregional.org/Locations/Unity-Hospital/Golisano-Restorative-Neurology-and-Rehabilitation-Center
wrote on September 10, 2021 at 3:05 am:
Ref.: BILL BEERS- Bill called me tonight and told me his surgery went well, for the artery in his groin, he had for better circulation for his foot. At the current time he said," I've no pain at all and would I please post this for him." ( Let's hope he can say that for the next few days.) Please keep him in your prayers for a good recovery. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way.