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<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">chat_bubble</i><br/>Donald A Gary, Navy, Commander <br/>Born 7/3/1903<br/>Passed on 4/9/1977<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>World War II Medal of Honor Recipient. He received the award from President Harry S. Truman at the White House on January 23, 1946 for his actions as a lieutenant junior grade aboard the Naval aircraft carrier USS Franklin in the Seto Inland Sea near Kobe, Japan on March 19, 1945. He enlisted in the US Navy in December 1919 and served continuously in the enlisted ranks until November 1943, when he received a commission as a lieutenant, junior grade. He was then assigned to the Third Naval District and as an inspector of machinery at the Babcock and Wilcox and in December 1944, he was assigned to the Navy aircraft carrier USS Franklin as an engineering officer. On March 19, 1945 the USS Franklin was severely damaged by a Japanese air attack when he discovered there were 300 men trapped in a blackened mess compartment and, finding an exit, he kept returning to lead groups out of harm's way. He later organized and led firefighting parties to battle the inferno on the hangar deck and entered number three fireroom to raise steam in one of the boilers, braving extreme hazards in so doing. Following the war, he remained with the USS Franklin until it was decommissioned in 1947. He then took a post with the Naval Disciplinary Barracks at Terminal Island, California, where he served until his retirement at the rank of commander in June 1950. In 1983 the guided missile frigate USS Gary was named in honor. His Medal of Honor citation reads: "For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as an Engineering Officer attached to the U.S.S. Franklin when that vessel was fiercely attacked by enemy aircraft during the operations against the Japanese Home Islands near Kobe, Japan, March 19, 1945. Stationed on the third deck when the ship was rocked by a series of violent explosions set off in her own ready bombs, rockets and ammunition by the hostile attack, Lieutenant Gary unhesitatingly risked his life to assist several hundred me</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Donald A Gary, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">chat_bubble</i><br/>Viggo Harbo Graversen, Army, Sargent <br/>Born 3/28/1918<br/>Passed on 9/28/1962<br/>Posted by: Barbara L Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Viggo came to America from Denmark and served in the Army in WWII. His son Victor served in the Navy - Vietnam. Victor is in the wall at Miramar National Cemetery.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Viggo Harbo Graversen, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">chat_bubble</i><br/>Michael Raymond Kiehl, Army, Pfc<br/>Born 12/9/1944<br/>Passed on 5/19/1966<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Died in Vietnam. A east county soldier who died too young.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Michael Raymond Kiehl, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">chat_bubble</i><br/>Ronald Patrick Russell, Army, Specialist 4 CO A<br/>Born 11/6/1948<br/>Passed on 3/4/1969<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Ronnie died in Kontum, Republic of Vietnam. He was driving a 5 ton truck when it ran over a box mine in a recon patrol. The explosion blew the back dual tires off of the truck. The explosion blast also ruptured the diesel tank at the same time, just as Ronnie was exiting the vehicle, the blast ignited the fuel and washed him in it. He was burned almost beyond recognition. He lived for three days. He was 20 years old. Ronnie's platoon sergeant relayed this story, as he was there when it happened.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Ronald Patrick Russell, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">account_balance</i><br/>Robert Leroy Credell, Navy<br/>Born 4/11/1943<br/>Passed on 10/31/1964<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Died in Vietnam. If anyone has more information?</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Robert Leroy Credell, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/>James POYNTER, Navy<br/>Born 12/1/1916<br/>Passed on 11/4/1950<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'> JAMES I POYNTER Dec 1, 1916 - Nov 4, 1950 James I. Poynter Born December 1, 1916 Bloomington, Illinois Died November 4, 1950 (aged 33) near Sudong, North Korea Place of burial Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego, California For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a squad leader in a rifle platoon of Company A, in action against enemy aggressor forces during the defense of Hill 532, south of Sudong, Korea. When a vastly outnumbering, well-concealed hostile force launched a sudden, vicious counterattack against his platoon's hasty defensive position, Sgt. Poynter displayed superb skill and courage in leading his squad and directing its fire against the onrushing enemy. With his ranks critically depleted by casualties and he himself critically wounded as the onslaught gained momentum and the hostile force surrounded his position, he seized his bayonet and engaged in bitter hand-to-hand combat as the breakthrough continued. Observing three machine guns closing in at a distance of 25 yards, he dashed from his position and, grasping hand grenades from fallen marines as he ran, charged the emplacements in rapid succession, killing the crews of two and putting the other out of action before he fell, mortally wounded. By his self-sacrificing and valiant conduct, Sgt. Poynter inspired the remaining members of his squad to heroic endeavor in bearing down upon and repelling the disorganized enemy, thereby enabling the platoon to move out of the trap to a more favorable tactical position. His indomitable fighting spirit, fortitude, and great personal valor maintained in the face of overwhelming odds sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> James POYNTER, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">card_giftcard</i><br/>Donald Gene Jackson , Marine Corps<br/>Born 3/16/1948<br/>Passed on 4/23/1968<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>DONALD GENE JACKSON WALL NAME DONALD G JACKSON PANEL / LINE 51E/39 DATE OF BIRTH 03/16/1948 CASUALTY PROVINCE THUA THIEN DATE OF CASUALTY 04/23/1968 HOME OF RECORD LAKESIDE COUNTY OF RECORD San Diego County STATE CA BRANCH OF SERVICE MARINE CORPS RANK LCPL</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Donald Gene Jackson , Marine Corps
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/>Anund Charles Roark , Army, Gunnery Sargeant <br/>Passed on 1/1/1968<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'> Vietnam War - U.S. Army ANUND CHARLES ROARK DETAILS RANK: SERGEANT CONFLICT/ERA: VIETNAM WAR UNIT/COMMAND: COMPANY C, 1ST BATTALION, 12TH INFANTRY, 4TH INFANTRY DIVISION MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH: U.S. ARMY MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE: MAY 16, 1968 MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE: KONTUM PROVINCE, REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM CITATION For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Sgt. Roark distinguished himself by extraordinary gallantry while serving with Company C. Sgt. Roark was the point squad leader of a small force which had the mission of rescuing 11 men in a hilltop observation post under heavy attack by a company-size force, approximately 1,000 meters from the battalion perimeter. As lead elements of the relief force reached the besieged observation post, intense automatic-weapons fire from enemy-occupied bunkers halted their movement. Without hesitation, Sgt. Roark maneuvered his squad, repeatedly exposing himself to withering enemy fire to hurl grenades and direct the fire of his squad to gain fire superiority and cover the withdrawal of the outpost and evacuation of its casualties. Frustrated in their effort to overrun the position, the enemy swept the hilltop with small arms and volleys of grenades. Seeing a grenade land in the midst of his men, Sgt. Roark, with complete disregard for his safety, hurled himself upon the grenade, absorbing its blast with his body. Sgt. Roark's magnificent leadership and dauntless courage saved the lives of many of his comrades and were the inspiration for the successful relief of the outpost. His actions which culminated in the supreme sacrifice of his life were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflect great credit on himself and the U.S. Army. Medal of Honor Recipient Anund C. Roark MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT ANUND C. ROARK ADDITIONAL DETAILS ACCREDITED TO: LOS ANGELES, LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA AWARDED POSTHUMOUSLY: YES PRESENTAT</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Anund Charles Roark , Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/>Jimmie Earl Howard, Marine Corps, First Sergeant <br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>JIMMIE EARL HOWARD DETAILS • RANK: STAFF SERGEANT (RANK AT TIME OF PRESENTATION: GUNNERY SERGEANT; HIGHEST RANK: FIRST SERGEANT) • CONFLICT/ERA: VIETNAM WAR • UNIT/COMMAND: COMPANY C, 1ST RECONNAISSANCE BATTALION, 1ST MARINE DIVISION (REIN) FMF • MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH: U.S. MARINE CORPS • MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE: JUNE 16, 1966 • MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE: NEAR CHU LAI, REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM CITATION For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. G/Sgt. Howard and his 18-man platoon were occupying an observation post deep within enemy-controlled territory. Shortly after midnight a Viet Cong force of estimated battalion size approached the marines' position and launched a vicious attack with small-arms, automatic-weapons, and mortar fire. Reacting swiftly and fearlessly in the face of the overwhelming odds, G/Sgt. Howard skillfully organized his small but determined force into a tight perimeter defense and calmly moved from position to position to direct his men's fire. Throughout the night, during assault after assault, his courageous example and firm leadership inspired and motivated his men to withstand the unrelenting fury of the hostile fire in the seemingly hopeless situation. He constantly shouted encouragement to his men and exhibited imagination and resourcefulness in directing their return fire. When fragments of an exploding enemy grenade wounded him severely and prevented him from moving his legs, he distributed his ammunition to the remaining members of his platoon and proceeded to maintain radio communications and direct air strikes on the enemy with uncanny accuracy. At dawn, despite the fact that five men were killed and all but one wounded, his beleaguered platoon was still in command of its position. When evacuation helicopters approached his position, G/Sgt. Howard warned them away and called for additional air strikes and directed devastating small-arms fire and air strikes against</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Jimmie Earl Howard, Marine Corps
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/>MICHAEL JOHN Estocin , Navy, Captain <br/>Passed on 1/1/1967<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'> Vietnam War - U.S. Navy MICHAEL JOHN ESTOCIN DETAILS • RANK: CAPTAIN (RANK AT TIME OF ACTION: LIEUTENANT COMMANDER) • CONFLICT/ERA: VIETNAM WAR • UNIT/COMMAND: ATTACK SQUADRON 192, U.S.S. TICONDEROGA (CVA-14) • MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH: U.S. NAVY • MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE: APRIL 26, 1967 • MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE: HAIPHONG, NORTH VIETNAM CITATION For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty on 20 and 26 April 1967 as a pilot in Attack Squadron 192, embarked in U.S.S. Ticonderoga (CVA-14). Leading a three-plane group of aircraft in support of a coordinated strike against two thermal powerplants in Haiphong, North Vietnam, on 20 April 1967, Capt. Estocin provided continuous warnings to the strike group leaders of the surface-to-air missile (SAM) threats, and personally neutralized three SAM sites. Although his aircraft was severely damaged by an exploding missile, he reentered the target area and relentlessly prosecuted a SHRIKE attack in the face of intense antiaircraft fire. With less than five minutes of fuel remaining he departed the target area and commenced in-flight refueling which continued for over 100 miles. Three miles aft of the Ticonderoga, and without enough fuel for a second approach, he disengaged from the tanker and executed a precise approach to a fiery arrested landing. On 26 April 1967, in support of a coordinated strike against the vital fuel facilities in Haiphong, he led an attack on a threatening SAM site, during which his aircraft was seriously damaged by an exploding SAM, nevertheless, he regained control of his burning aircraft and courageously launched his SHRIKE missiles before departing the area. By his inspiring courage and unswerving devotion to duty in the face of grave personal danger, Capt. Estocin upheld the highest traditions.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> MICHAEL JOHN Estocin , Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">account_balance</i><br/>Herbert C Jones, Navy<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>One the bravest of the brave. We Honor you!</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Herbert C Jones, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">account_balance</i><br/>Victor Graversen , Navy<br/>Posted by: Lorin Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Victor you are missed.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Victor Graversen , Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">account_balance</i><br/>Lorin Channell , Army<br/>Born 3/20/1947<br/>Posted by: Lorin Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Another Christmas without you. It doesn't get easier.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Lorin Channell , Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">card_giftcard</i><br/>David Ford<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>David Ford was a actor on a favorite show of mine - Dark Shadows. I would like him to have a wreath to honor his service but also to honor the many hours I spent watching the show.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> David Ford
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">account_balance</i><br/>Simon King, Navy<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Simon you were a big part of the Lakeside VFW as a Comrade. Your pork loin and cheddar biscuits. Yummy! We will miss having breakfast with you.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Simon King, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">account_balance</i><br/>Arthur Dyer, Navy<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>For my Dad served during WWII.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Arthur Dyer, Navy

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William E Crawley
William E Crawley
Purple Heart recipient
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Gerald Ready, Navy
Gerald Ready, Navy
Born 5/5/1938
Posted by: Jodie A.
We love you.
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Charles Bixby, Navy
Charles Bixby, Navy
From Pennie McMahon