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wrote on February 16, 2022 at 6:54 pm:
Any B 2nd 17th veterans have any knowledge of a rocket attack in late Nov or early Dec 1970 that injured a member of the FDC bunker?
I was that guy’s replacement.
Any comments would be helpful as I would like to locate that injured individual.
Thanks,
Jack Buckler
Butler, PA
wrote on February 8, 2022 at 6:28 pm:
Ref.: Bill Beers-One of our board members and a friend to all, has been in the VA hospital for 2 days due to a detached retina from one of his eyes. They gave him a shot in it and had to keep him two days He's finally making out a few figures on TV but still can't read.
Let's all join in and hope he regains his full sight and I think this time prayers and phone calls will help a lot being he can't fully read yet.
wrote on February 7, 2022 at 1:22 pm:
Ref.- STEVE SCHLICHER- I spoke with Mrs. Schlicher today. Her husband Steve passed away Jan.31, 2022 after a long battle with cancer as a result of Agent Orange. He was in C/2/17th FA in Viet Nam. There will be a memorial service Feb. 28,2022 at Kentucky Veterans Memorial cemetery at 1330 hrs. in Radcliff, KY. (The location is across from Ft. Knox. A full obituary is online at Owens Funeral Home, Louisville, Kentucky. (No addresses are published here due to it being a public site) Mrs. Schlicher asks for all veterans that can to please come to the memorial service. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on February 1, 2022 at 6:33 pm:
REF: Steve Gerhardt- I spoke with Steve this morning referenced his accident several months ago. He says he's doing fine and pretty much back to normal. Let's hope he continues on this way. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on January 26, 2022 at 4:54 pm:
Ref.: 1st Sgt. BOBBY WEST (Ret.) Norm Jones informed me this week of his 1st Sgt Bobby West passing away Nov.21, 2021 in Arizona. He was a LM of the association as well. He was 89 years old and joined the Army in 1949. I got in touch with his son Tim this afternoon, who also happens to be a retired 2nd generation artilleryman and retired Army. Tim informed me that his father had been in the 17th FA three different times but knew definitely the 2nd Bn in Viet Nam 1968-69, but not sure of the others and he would try to locate his dad's papers. Being this is a public site no addresses or phone numbers are published here unless the family wishes it. 1st Sgt. Brown's son can be contact by contacting me at my email or my phone number which are on the roster and prior Newsletters. Please keep this family in your thoughts and prayers. Cards, calls, emails,
and prayers go a long way!
wrote on January 1, 2022 at 12:34 pm:
REF. CECIL LeGrand- I spoke with Cecil's wife Judy just minutes ago. Cecil passed away with a combination of COPD and pneumonia. We had a prayer together and she gave me his obituary which is as follows: Cecil Paul LeGrand
Henderson - A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Monday, January 3, 2022, at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Henderson for Cecil Paul LeGrand, 73, who passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at St. Martin Hospital.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at the funeral home in Cecilia from 2:30 pm until 9:00 pm on Sunday and continue on Monday at 8:00 am until 10:30 am.
A rosary will be prayed at 7:00 pm on Sunday.
Rev. Keith Landry will officiate at the Funeral Mass. Interment will follow at St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery in Henderson.
Cecil honorably and proudly served in the United States Army in the Vietnam War. He was also a member of the VFW posts in Cecilia and Arnaudville. Cecil was a devout Catholic and parishioner of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church. Cecil worked as a boat captain for over 50 years. He was an avid sports fan, but especially enjoyed watching LSU and the Saints. Cecil was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Judy Belaire LeGrand; sons, Dwayne LeGrand and Dwight LeGrand; daughter, Danielle Montet (Daniel); grandchildren, Dylan LeGrand, Devon LeGrand, Madison LeGrand, Tristan LeGrand, Nadelyn LeGrand, Chloe Hollier and Cadence Hollier; brothers, Jimmy LeGrand (Liz) and Charlie LeGrand; and sisters, Peggy Choplin and Sally Blanchard (Gary).
He was preceded in death by his father, Paul LeGrand; mother, Solange Huval LeGrand; and stepmother, Lorena Louviere LeGrand.
Pallbearers will be Dwayne LeGrand, Dwight LeGrand, Devon LeGrand, Tristan LeGrand, Daniel Montet, and Shawn Belaire.
Honorary pallbearers will be Dylan LeGrand, Jimmy LeGrand, and Charlie LeGrand.
Pellerin Funeral Home of Cecilia, 2238 Bushville Hwy., Cecilia, LA 70521, (337-332-2111) is in charge of arrangements.
To send flowers to the family in memory of Cecil LeGrand, please visit our flower store.
Please remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way in troubled times.
wrote on December 31, 2021 at 11:04 am:
I would like to wish all you 17th FA vets a very Happy New Year and hope it is much better than 2021.
wrote on December 30, 2021 at 12:31 pm:
Ref. CECIL LeGrand- Buford Califry notified me today that Cecil passed away either today or last night. I will post more info as I obtain it. For those that knew him know that he could make anyone laugh. Please keep Cecil's family in your prayers. Remember cards, calls, emails, and especially prayers go a long way!
wrote on December 27, 2021 at 12:27 pm:
Ref. ED DINGMAN- I received a thank you card from Judy Dingman today. It reads as follows: To the 17th Artillery Regiment Association. "Your kindness and concern have meant so very much and will always be remembered. Thank you for the floral spray and the many prayers offered on our behalf." The family of Ed Dingman.
Please continue to to keep Judy and her family in your prayers and thoughts.
wrote on December 24, 2021 at 9:41 am:
I just want to wish all a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year! Just keep in mind, "Jesus is the reason for the season."
Prayers go out to all of our members who are sick, those of families that have lost their spouses, loved ones as well as to those lost to Covid.. Let us not forget them. Let us pray that this upcoming year that Covid goes away and all of those affected by it are healed. Give thanks "for unto us a Savior is born!" Merry Christmas and God Bless you all. Richard A. Smith -Chaplain
wrote on December 17, 2021 at 7:07 am:
Ref. DAN REEVESI spoke with Dan yesterday and he told me that he was home from the hospital and was only taking four aspirins daily for pain. He says he's doing really well. He was surprised at how much better he felt and how little amount of pain he's had.
Let's continue to keep him in our prayers. Remember cards, calls, emails and prayers go a long way
wrote on December 13, 2021 at 10:52 am:
Ref. GENE Johnson's wife Carol. I spoke with Gene and he told me that Carol's Carotid artery procedure was successful and she's doing well.
wrote on December 13, 2021 at 10:48 am:
Ref. DAN REEVES Dan called me today telling me he was hoping to go home tomorrow. He said as far as pain went, he's taking two Tylenol daily. Last night was the first night sleeping all night. The surgery was a double bypass which lasted six hours and they had to defibrillate him once. Please continue to pray for Dan on his good recovery so far. Remember cards, calls, letters and prayers go a long way!
wrote on December 11, 2021 at 6:27 am:
Ref. DAN REEVES- I got a short email from Dan Reeves who has had heart surgery this week for heart problems.. "Last night they had to shock my heart but ok now."
I'll keep everyone posted as the info comes in. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayers go a long way!
wrote on December 8, 2021 at 9:13 am:
Ref. DAN REEVES: Dan just sent me a text that he is now in the hospital, checked in, and is supposed to have his heart surgery in one hour. Let's all keep Dan in our prayers. He's been a pillar to our organization like so many of us. I asked him to call me in a few days when he can talk. God Be with you Dan. Remember, cards, calls, emails and prayers go a long way!
wrote on December 7, 2021 at 11:35 am:
Ref: Ed Dingman- If you don't have Facebook you can view it on YouTube by typing Ed's name in the search block.
wrote on December 6, 2021 at 4:52 pm:
Ref: Ed Dingman's funeral service: The service is now on YouTube and will be up on Facebook shortly. Go to Aurora United Methodist Church, Aurora, MO and go to the web site. (Make sure you don't go to Colorado UMC) His son gave a great eulogy.
wrote on December 5, 2021 at 11:08 am:
GENE JOHNSON- Gene called me today to express his condolences over Ed Dingman's passing. Gene also asks that we keep his wife Carol in our prayers this Wednesday as she is having an Endarterectomy performed on her neck, (The cleaning of the carotid arteries in her neck.) Gene is still on Dialysis and sends his regards to all and hopes to see everyone next year. Remember cards, calls, emails, and prayer go a long way!
wrote on December 4, 2021 at 5:49 pm:
Ed DINGMAN: Courtesy of Gil, here is Ed's obituary. After reading this I think everyone could see why they had a friend in Ed. I'll sure miss him.
Edward E. Dingman
July 12, 1947 - December 1, 2021
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Edward E. Dingman, 74, of Aurora, died December 1, 2021. He was born to Melvin and Roselea (Clymer) Dingman and reared by Roselea and Emmett McClintock. He was born in Stella and graduated from Jasper High School. He served his country in the United States Army from 1966 to 1968 and was in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive.
He married Judy Burris in 1968. They enjoyed 53 years together that included many adventures, lessons, and a few mishaps along the way.
He graduated from the Missouri State Highway Patrol Academy in 1971 and was assigned to Troop A, Lee's Summit. In 1976, he transferred to Aurora in Troop D, Springfield, where he remained until his retirement in 1999. He was the recipient of the Red Cross Certificate of Merit when he and Trooper Kenneth Middleton rescued a woman from a submerged car in the Little Blue River near Blue Springs in 1975.
He was active in a variety of organizations, including Aurora United Methodist Church, Missouri State Troopers Association (charter member), Methodist Men, Cub Scout Pack 48 (den leader), Boy Scout Troop 48 (scoutmaster), Red Hat Brigade, Personal Energy Transportation/Mobility Worldwide, Lawrence County MU Extension Council, 17th Artillery Regiment Association (secretary), Vietnam Veterans of America, and Vietnam Veterans Task Force.
He was one of the first 15 people to receive Lieutenant Governor Peter Kinder's Veterans Service Award in 2012. The award recognized exemplary volunteer service by former members of the armed forces. He was co-recipient with his wife of the Top Dawg Award and Community Service Award from the Aurora Chamber of Commerce. For his scouting endeavors, he received the District Award of Merit, the Golden Sun Award and the Silver Beaver Award and was voted into the Order of the Arrow.
He enjoyed time with his family, being outside, fishing, camping, traveling and John Deere tractors. He had a knack for being able to fix just about anything.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Leslie James, her husband Robert and their sons, Brandon and Grayson of Clever, and his son, Eric Dingman, his wife Jill and their children, Hailey, Gavin and Ella of Ft. Bliss, Texas.
He is also survived by brothers Steve McClintock of Nixa, James McClintock of Alba and Troy Dingman of Carthage; sisters Elaine McClintock McCulloch of Lamar, Beverly Dingman Seay of Carthage, Patricia Dingman Sullivan of Carthage, and Pennie Dingman Weisacosky of Rolla; an aunt, Lorada Gillman of Aransas Pass, Texas; and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father; his parents, Emmett and Roselea McClintock; and brothers David McClintock and Gordon McClintock.
Arrangements are under the direction of Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home in Aurora. Visitation is slated for 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, December 5, at the Aurora United Methodist Church, 1211 South Carnation.
The memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, at the church. A private burial will be held later.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Missouri's National Veterans Memorial or the 17th Artillery Regiment Association's Scholarship Fund, all in care of the funeral home.
Online condolences may be shared at www.CraftonCantrellFuneralHome.com
Published on December 3, 2021
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The picture from the newspaper would not post on this site. Hopefully we can get it in the Jan. newsletter on time
Again, please remember Ed's family in your prayers and thoughts. Cards, calls, emails and prayers go a long way!-Richard-Chaplain
wrote on December 2, 2021 at 8:54 pm:
Ref. Ed Dingman's arrangements. "Visitation:
When: Sunday - December 5, 2021
Time: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Where: Aurora United Methodist Church
1211 South Carnation - Aurora, MO 65605
Memorial Services:
When: Monday - December 6, 2021
Time: 2:00 pm
Where: Aurora United Methodist Church
1211 South Carnation - Aurora, MO 65605
Burial Services: Private Ceremony - TBD
"God bless our special soldier, friend, father, husband - Ed Dingman"-Gil Bernabe
If anyone has anything that they want said at the funeral, please let Gil know.
I'm not sure yet if I'll be going but will know more tomorrow. I'll be getting the arrangement tomorrow. I can't say it enough right now this family needs your prayers as well as cards, calls, emails. They go a long way in times like this. Richard Smith-Chaplain