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Private Guestbook beginning 20 Jun 2006Adding a message to this guestbook requires a password, and it is available by emailing
billj@191ahc.org The old guestbook is huge but is
still available here. It was
just too big to browse, so it was time to make a new start.
Drop me an
email for your password, and let's get this guestbook back up and running.
Like we said before, "Boomerangs Always Come Back."
Best to all and see you in Branson!
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at 20:15:58 (CDT)
Thanks Bill for getting our guest book back in our hands. To all Boomerangs and Bounty Hunters, please consider attending our reunion in Branson. We want all of you to participate in the review of the 191st AHC Association that was requested by the attendees of the Tulsa reunion. And, most of all enjoy the old and new friendships of all Boomerangs and Bounty Hunters.
Bud Patnode, Boomerang 6/President 191st AHC Assoc.
Bud Patnode <bpatnode32@msn.com>
Sandy, UT USA - Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 12:05:26 (CDT)If you are planning to mail input to John Falcon for the 191st Manuscript project, his mailing address has changed: John Falcon Insurance Services Inc. 5151 Flynn Parkway, Ste 101 Corpus Christi, Texas 78411
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Friday, June 23, 2006 at 18:01:08 (CDT)Thanks to Bill for finding a way to open the guestbook again. The link is reconnected!
Dave Norton <nortond@cox.net>
Park City, KS USA - Sunday, June 25, 2006 at 15:30:06 (CDT)Harrell, Just wanted to let you know that when you guys are playing golf on Friday of the reunion in Branson, the wives may not have enough time to spend ALL your money. There are now FOUR malls, counting the new one on the landing in Old Branson. There is also a new Trolley service that will drop them off and pick them up. "Service with a Smile". There are also shows and small shops within walking distance of the hotel. We are thinking about planning a group trip to the Military Museum. Not only is there a discount for a group but it is well worth every penny. It's also on the new Trolley route.
Fran
Fran
Fran
Fran Davis <JDsFran@aol.com>
Marissa, IL USA - Monday, July 03, 2006 at 22:24:20 (CDT)BILL THIS IS ONE OF YOUR BEST IDEAS YET,WE CAN GET OUR CORAHSPONDANCE WITH OUT THE ITERFEARENCE OF ALL THOSE ADDVERTISEMENTS AND STILL KEEP IN TOUTCH,THANKS AGAIN FOR A STROKE OF GENOUS AND CONTINUING TO KEEP US ALL TOGETHER.SPERKING OF THAT THE REUNION IS COMING RIGHT UP,MAKE YOUR PLANS SOON BUT COME JOIN US YOU WONT REGRET IT,--SGT WALL'S I HAVENT HEARD FROM YOU
skip waugh <robertawaugh@yahoo.com>
roy, UT USA - Thursday, July 13, 2006 at 09:24:21 (CDT)Hi Guys, I have been approached by a serious collector of unit patches from Vietnam. He is interested in purchasing a "made in Vietnam" Bounty Hunter patch to go along with the Boomerang and Wingnut patches he already has. Though he was just a kid while we were in Vietnam, he has been collecting AHC patches for twenty years. If you have an original Bounty Hunter patch that you are willing to part with, drop me a line and I will provide his email and phone number. -- Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, July 13, 2006 at 16:55:48 (CDT)Hey All, Am signed up and looking forward to Branson.....Lot of names there but a few still missing !!! You know who you are !!
Peace to all and safe travels....Roger B.
Roger Barkley <rvbarkley@fuse.net>
Moscow, Ohio USA - Wednesday, August 02, 2006 at 18:41:40 (CDT)Message from Fred Tinker --- Regret that I won't be at the reunion this year. You have no idea how I've been looking forward to it since the last one and am very disappointed about it. Haven't felt this bad since I had to tell Mr. Sandrock that there were no Bible study classes available at Bearcat so long ago. Roger, Rocky, Mr Stitt, Mr. Williams please think of me as you listen to "Danny Boy" and be assured that my thoughts are with you as well. Recent by-pass surgery (x4) is the reason. I'm doing well, though. Maybe if I had not been forced/ordered to learn to drink, smoke and other things those years ago (you know who you are) I'd be in better shape today. Best wishes to all, as ever. Fred Tinker.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Tuesday, August 08, 2006 at 21:48:48 (CDT)Would like to say Hi to all..I was in country April 69 to June 70.Started at Dong Tam Flight Ops,to Can Tho Ops.
Terry W. Lund <2ter4u@aol.com>
Valley Springs, Ca USA - Sunday, August 20, 2006 at 12:28:58 (CDT)Another 191st Reunion has come and gone, and sorry we are that it has passed.
For those that were there, it was an auto-magic success, and the light and honor of the 191st shines through time. We
that attended extend our thanks to JD and Fran Davis for all their hard work to
make this thing happen.
We missed a lot of Friends that had attended previous reunions, and we found
some new FNG's that came home to this family. It is not the war. It
is not the suffering. It is not the tick of a clock that brought us here,
but merely the thing we seek most, family. These reunions are the spring
that heals, and all are welcome.
If you missed this one, your invitation to the next one stands here.
We missed you this time, but we know one simple thing:
Boomerangs Always Come Back
Picture Courtesy of Harold Stitt
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Friday, September 08, 2006 at 20:50:55 (CDT)
Once again I tip my hat to Bill & Irene Janes and J.D. & Fran Davis for makeing this reunion such a success!! It was really nice to see some old familiar faces and to meet new friends. I would like to encorage everyone to find a buddy like we discussed in the business meeting and get them to the next reunion. Thank you all for your support and the kind words regarding my time at the podium. Laurel and I were greatly humbled. Thank you again
Bill Flores <bill_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, Ca USA - Monday, September 11, 2006 at 13:34:21 (CDT)I'd like to thank Terri Beckham for that wonderful DVD that was made for the members of the 191st. As it did last time, it brought a tear to my eye. Thank you Terri and I"m sorry you couldn't make it this year. You were certainly missed. Just know that you are part of our family and I hope that we get to see you at our next reunion. Thanks again for all you do.
Bill Flores <bill_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, Ca USA - Monday, September 11, 2006 at 13:53:54 (CDT)Hi Folks -- There has been some discussion regarding whether the 191st wants to have the next reunion in 2007 rather than waiting until 2008. As a result, I am taking a straw poll for those unit members who would like to have their opinion heard by the board. Just drop me an email with the subject "2007 Reunion", and a simple Yes or No will do, but if you would like to include your comments, by all means include them as well. -- Thanks, Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Wednesday, September 13, 2006 at 17:59:50 (CDT)First off let's start off for a nice going to JD & Fran. To all you for for the hard work in keeping us going. After talking with John Falcon and trying to meet his quest for more info, I came accross an under answered question. Does anyone recall Cocran? First Name and what fate realy happen to him. I would like to add his name to the losses since Nam list. Anyone if info please send it to me and of course Bill Janes so that may happen. One other name that should be added is WILLIAM WESSMAN, we served togeather in the maintenance Platoon and he passed away in 1992 from Cancer. He was from Kelso, Washington and passed away in Yakima. I was present at his passing along with his two brothers Jack & Dewayne.
Arturo Almaraz <aalmaraz@hot.rr.com>
Killeen, Texas USA - Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 19:31:51 (CDT)First off let's start off for a nice going to JD & Fran. To all you for for the hard work in keeping us going. After talking with John Falcon and trying to meet his quest for more info, I came accross an under answered question. Does anyone recall Cocran? First Name and what fate realy happen to him. I would like to add his name to the losses since Nam list. Anyone if info please send it to me and of course Bill Janes so that may happen. One other name that should be added is WILLIAM WESSMAN, we served togeather in the maintenance Platoon and he passed away in 1992 from Cancer. He was from Kelso, Washington and passed away in Yakima. I was present at his passing along with his two brothers Jack & Dewayne.
Arturo Almaraz <aalmaraz@hot.rr.com>
Killeen, Texas USA - Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 19:31:57 (CDT)Correction Cochran is the spelling.
Arturo Almaraz <aalmaraz@hot.rr.com>
Killeen, Texas USA - Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 19:34:08 (CDT)Consider joining the 191st AHC Organization. Membership Information is at:
http://www.191ahc.org/association.htm
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Friday, October 27, 2006 at 22:06:21 (CDT)I just recently changed my email address, my new address is bjcromwell@verizon.net
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, OH USA - Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 20:01:45 (CST)IM SORRY I MISSED WHAT SOUNDS LIKE A GOOD TIME AT THE REUNION, WAS MOVING IN AUG AND THE MY WIFE FELL AND WE HAD TO SKIP THIS TIME MY NEW EMAIL IS
rufusjr@windstream.net. Thank you
- Andy Burney
ANDY BURNEY <rufusjr@windstream.net>
SANFORD, N.C. USA - Monday, October 30, 2006 at 08:33:32 (CST)pictures march 2 69 and others
andy burney <rufusjr@windstream.net>
sanford, nc USA - Monday, October 30, 2006 at 08:52:35 (CST)
Does anyone remember Jerry Merrick? I worked with him @ Ft. Hood with Lockheed-Martin, last time I saw him was 1994? He said that he had deployed with the unit?
Art Almaraz <aalmaraz@hot.rr.com>
Killeen, Texas USA - Wednesday, November 01, 2006 at 19:29:27 (CST)I am going to include a link that was forwarded to me by Jack Tiesing. It is a little video entitled "A Pittance of Time" by Terry Kelly. While the film is Canadian, this video conveys truth in a powerful way, and universally.
Click on the Graphic to enjoy and be sure to have your speakers on..
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, November 09, 2006 at 19:02:21 (CST)
Jack and Bill, thanks to both of you for that video. it was very touching and brought tears to my eyes. Wouldn't it be nice to never again have to create veterans!!
Bill Flores <b_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, Ca USA - Friday, November 10, 2006 at 12:28:22 (CST)I am thankful to come to the home our beloved Bill Janes has provided us with, to take reprieve, respite, and to find comfort amongst family. This is the home of a band of brothers with an allegiance so strong not many could ever comprehend what was lived, sacrificed and shared. You brothers have honor and valor of such immense proportion it is not of this world, it comes from somewhere far beyond, a place only your lost brother’s souls know. As a daughter of one of your lost brothers, I have discovered profound, long awaited comfort and understanding in this home.
“They are the Gold Star children, war’s innocent victims, and their pain shimmers across the years pure and undimmed. They pass through life with an empty room in their hearts where their father was supposed to live and laugh and love.
All their lives they listen for the footsteps that will never fall and long to know what might have been.”
We Were Soldiers Once…and Young (page 337)
I have listened and dreamt relentlessly for those footsteps to come.
I cried, prayed, screamed and searched for them. The footsteps never came, but in my search I stumbled upon the home of the 191AHC. I knocked upon the door and there was a family inside, waiting with open arms to embrace me. I was your brother’s daughter and that was all I needed to be…just me. You could not create the footsteps of my father returning to me, but you have blessed my heart with so many gifts...gifts of smiles, kind words, shared stories, hand holds, hugs, shoulders to lean on, emails, dances, meals, poems, pictures, paintings, go-cart rides, CD’s, DVD’s, songs, gems, jokes, patches, prayers, books, love, laughter, tears, friendships, guidance, your families and oh so much more!
I thank you for your service to our country, for your sacrifice. I thank you for your remeberance of my father. I thank each and every one of you for the gifts you have shared with me. All these gifts, all these pieces of you, help heal the hole in me. I thank you! Enjoy this Veterans Day and know you are loved and appreciated.
With love, respect and gratitude,
Diana
Diana Kidd Foran <Dianaforan@sbcglobal.net>
Lake Forest, IL USA - Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 00:40:07 (CST)I'VE READ THE BOOK JOHN FALCON IS PUTTING TOGETHER. I,TS LIKE OPENING A TIME CAPSUL OF HEROIC EVENTS ONLY WE HAVE ANY KNOWLEGE OF. ALL OF US WANT TO BE REMEMBERED, WHAT BETTER WAY, JUST WRITE ONE STORY TO BE SHARED IN A BOOK ABOUT THE 191st.YOUR PART IS IMPORTANT, YOUR MEMORY IS DEAR, BUT ONLY IF YOU WRITE IT DOWN.
DO IT TODAY, TIME IS RUNNING OUT. BE INCLUDED IN THE GREATEST STORY OF OUR LIVES. SHARE YOUR MEMORIES TODAY!
YOUR BROTHER----SKIP WAUGH
SKIP WAUGH <robertawaugh@yahoo.com>
ROY, UT USA - Monday, November 20, 2006 at 09:39:14 (CST)Happy Thanksgiving to all my commrades in arms. May you eat to much and enjoy the joy of your family.
Art Almaraz <aalmaraz@hot.rr.com>
Killeen, Texas USA - Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 18:27:17 (CST)From Paul Zawicki:
Recited by John Wayne. It'll bring a tear to your eye.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 01:28:14 (CST)
From Father Ken:
Peace and All Blessings,
KRS+
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Tuesday, November 29, 2006 at 01:06:14 (CST)
Hello all Boomrangs, Bountyhunters, and Wingnuts.
I served with some of you during 67-68 as a maintenance superviser and 2nd (White)Flight Platoon Sergeant in Bearcat. 1SG Croley and Major Patnode were the unit top leaders. In 1975, I last saw CSM Croley in Ft Rucker where he worked as a civilian. Colonel Patnode stopped by my office at Ft Rucker Post HQ for some quick admin work I believe. It was great seeing them. I just now found this super website. It would be great to here from some of you. Barney,Floyd Davis, Wally and others.
God Bless!!
Leo
Leo Cruz <leo.s.cruz2@boeing.com>
Houston, TX USA - Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 08:57:44 (CST)Whenever anyone asks me to relate some of my experiences in Viet Nam I simply reply that I had it better than some and worse than others. One thing I always comment on is the good times (we have a way of creating them) and the comraderie that comes out of an otherwise miserable part of our lives. I believe I fooled myself into thinking I was not carrying to much of a mental "load" with me when I returned to the world as we knew it. That thought was with me until I re- connected with the 191st and Tulsa. I cannot xpress the emotion(s) that took plece during the ceremonies there to be followed, once again, in Branson. I know all of you feel what I'm saying and , after reviewing Diana (Kidd) Forans letter of 11 Nov again this AM and getting that "old feeling" I felt I had to air it out. If this seems like an old guy rambling, so be it! Good health & happiness to all of you and your families during this holiday season and the years to follow. It's an honor to be part of this brotherhood. Kevin
Kevin Kenney <popsk2003@yahoo.com>
USA - Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 07:17:26 (CST)I would like to wish every Boomerang and Bounty Hunter a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Joyous Holidays.
As we find more of our brothers and their families and they establish contact with us through our wonderful website, we are indeed fortunate. Thanks to Bill Janes.
Please support Stan Cherrie’s efforts for each of us to find a brother and get him to the next reunion in 2008. Finding brothers and families of departed brothers is a great gift any time of the year.
You are the finest group I have had the privilege to know. You have enriched my life in many ways.
Peace be with you.
Bud Patnode, Boomerang 6 May-Nov 67, President, 191st AHC Association
Bud Patnode <bpatnode32@msn.com>
Cottonwood Heights, Utah USA - Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 14:50:23 (CST)News from Ed McKee -- Hi Everyone,
At 11:31 a.m. today Shannon and John became the proud parents of a brand new baby boy. Shannon and the baby are both doing fine. Anyway, here are Colton McKee Seidel’s vital statistics: 6 pounds and 10 ounces; 19.5 inches and strawberry blond hair.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Friday, January 05, 2007 at 16:44:11 (CST)
========
Here is a sneak peek at Ed McKee's new Grandson, Colton, and Ed's daughter
Shannon - Picture courtesy of John Seidel, proud Dad:
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Saturday, January 06, 2007 at 23:35:04 (CST)
In case you haven't noticed, I suggested to Bill to start a Now/Then page so we could post pics of when we were in the 191st and pics of what we look like now. So post the pics!!!
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
celina, oh USA - Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at 18:26:58 (CST)Ran across this website by accident last night, Was up reading,laughing & crying all night. It fell like coming home again. Thanks to Bill and everyone for all your hard work to put this together. If any of you remember me, drop me a line. Larry
Larry D. Floyd <ldthedd@yahoo.com>
Poteau, Ok USA - Monday, February 05, 2007 at 20:54:36 (CST)Here's some news from ABC -- Good stuff -- Click on the Picture to watch the
video:
Welcome Home
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2007 at 02:56:26 (CST)
My name is James D. West. To some I was known as Don and others as Jim. I served at Bearcat from May 1967 until May of 1968. I went over with the unit from Ft. Bragg, North Carolina.
I don't remember many people by name but I can invision so many.
If you served during this time I would truly like to communicate with you.
I worked with the 606th Transportation team for awhile and then I was crew chief on the Wing Nut with Lt. Shannon as the pilot.
If any of you know any whereabouts or how to contact Shannon I would certainly appreciate locating him.
Please contact me any of you from the 606th or the 191st.
I just today found this site and am so appreciative of the hard work and dedication from all that have had a part in comprising and keeping it updated.
As always may God Bless and Keep You.
Regards,
Jim West
James D. West <westj_jwest@yahoo.com>
Lake City, Fl USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at 15:46:34 (CDT)
In that our 2008 reunion could be scheduled
anytime between the summer and fall of 2008, it is time to hear from those who
might be interested in hosting our next reunion.
Article II, Section 1 of our bylaws states “
any person or group desiring to host a reunion shall submit a request to the
Board of Directors in writing through the President at least one year prior to
the next General Membership meeting, setting forth in detail the proposed plans
for the entertainment of the reunion which it wishes to host”.
Please submit requests no later than June
30, 2007. Let us hear your ideas.
The 191st AHC Association
PMB-213
2736-B Towne Centre Drive
Mesquite, TX 75150
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Tuesday, April 03, 2007 at 19:39:59 (CDT)My name is Shawn Robinson and I am looking for someone who might know my Dad. His name was John Allen Robinson and he served in the Army. I have his military records and they tell me he served with the 191st
Assault Helicopter Company in 1971. If you could point me in the right direction I would be grateful thank you -- Shawn
Shawn Robinson <gemini@neo.rr.com>
Mesquite, TX USA - Wednesday, April 04, 2007 at 03:25:32 (CDT)Do you have any info or pictures of UH-1C (maybe then a B) 66-15107 that was with your unit 67-68? --
Hugh Mills
LTC ret USA
Darkhorse Scouts
69/72
Charliehorse Guns 71
Hugh Mills <HMills16@aol.com>
Mesquite, TX USA - Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 23:07:43 (CDT)TO ALL WHO SERVED AND THOSE THAT WAITED AND TO THE FAMILIES OF THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR ALL. WE THANK YOU AND KEEP YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. Virginia and Harold Stitt
Virginia and Harold Stitt <hstitt@comcast.net>
Huntsville, PA USA - Monday, May 28, 2007 at 17:08:04 (CDT)Hi Bill and to all my brothers of the 191st all these hot muggy days in North Carolina makes me think of those days at Bear Cat and Dong Tam just wanted to say hello and to let the guys that I spent an important part of my life with that you are always in my thoughts. I still can hear BOB HEINMILLER telling me ;SLICKS ARE FOR KIDS;
ANDY BURNEY <rufusjr@windstream.net>
SANFORD, NC USA - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at 21:38:48 (CDT)Just wanted to say great job to Bruce Cromwell for that 191st Video. It appeared to be a labor of love. For those who haven"t seen it, go to the pictures page. Thanks Bruce.
Bill Flores <bill_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, Ca USA - Friday, July 27, 2007 at 11:56:44 (CDT)Hi Folks
I just received the following from Diana (Kidd) Foran:
"I thought you might want to know and share with the members that our very own Kevin Kenny has been asked to sing the National Anthem for the Boston Red Sox. The game is at Fenway Park, Red Sox vs Devil Rays this Tuesday August 14."
The game is at 7 PM eastern time, and I am scrambling to see if I can get it.
If you can, please record it and let me know.
Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Monday, August 13, 2007 at 00:24:13 (CDT)
Bill/Diana: Thanks for the "plug". Performed last night and it was truely an honor just doing the National Anthem. Adding Fenway to the mix was great. Sorry there was no TV coverage but, should I recieve a DVD from the Red Sox, I'll let you know. Thanks again & best to all the 191st family. Kevin
Kevin Kenney <popsk2003@yahoo.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 06:24:04 (CDT)Here is a picture of Kevin Kenney singing the National Anthem at Fenway. Hopefully, I will soon have a video to post as well.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, August 16, 2007 at 16:15:28 (CDT)
Congratulations Kevin. I Can only imagine how moving it was for you and everyone in attendance.
I have your "Danny Boy" on my i-pod and whenever it comes up I usually have to pause and go into "remembrance" mode. Thanks so much for sharing your gifts. Roger
Roger Barkley <rvbarkley@fuse.net>
USA - Monday, August 20, 2007 at 06:05:40 (CDT)Nice web site, like going back in time, remember some things like it was yesterday, was in maintenance and one of the flight platoons, dont remember if it was 1st or 2nd flight. will check in from time to time. Mike
michael lashley <michaelblashley@bellsouth.net>
TurnersStation, KY USA - Monday, September 17, 2007 at 13:04:00 (CDT)Kevin Kenney sings the National Anthem at Fenway Park, August 14, 2007. Boston Red Sox vs. the Devil Rays
OR
Click on this picture for video provided by the Boston Red Sox
This video is presented with permission from the Boston Red Sox
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 20:27:26 (CDT)
I just listened to Kevin singing the National Anthem and I have only one word for that performance, MAGNIFICENT!!! Kevin, you not only do your family proud, but the 191st as well. God bless you and yours.
Bill Flores <bill_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, Ca USA - Monday, September 24, 2007 at 12:17:33 (CDT)Best of wishes to all my fellow 191 ahc brothers;but especially a very heart felt greeting goes out to the brother, that participated in the mission we flew on this date {SEPT. 30 1968 in A. O of BEN TRE. BILL I know you and Larry Miller surely remember .How about any others who remember that day, I thank God for all the pilots and crews that left BEAR CAT on an early sunday morning, to go on what might have been the most devastating missions we ever flew, while I was CHIEF on 66-835 SUNSHINE SUPERMAN,a name on the door when I got my ship. I also can;t help but have since of sadness when I remember that was the day we lost a brother GLENN LAWFIELD,again thank you to all the crews that helped us get back home that day. God truely was looking down on us that day.
ANDY BURNEY <rufusjr@windstream.net>
sanford, nc USA - Hi Andy,
Yup, I remember 30 September 1968. It is astonishing to me that it happened thirty-nine years ago.
You, Me, Larry, and all that flew that day remember it.
We remember Glenn Lawfield this September 30th. and we honor him with the respect of friends that care.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - I just noticed that the 08 Reunion will be at Louisville,Ky!
Count me in!
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, oh USA - Hi folks. The website was down for a while early this morning undergoing some repairs. Sorry for the inconvenience -- Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Wednesday, October 03, 2007 at 09:38:03 (CDT)Hi Bill, Just finnished watching the A L playoffs,and could helpgo back and play the National Anthem being performed by one of our very own BOOMERANGS, we see a lot of sporting events over a time, but I don,t believe that any version ever sung played, in any fashion can come close to the anthem by KEVIN KENNEY.It is so heartliftin to not only hear The Anthem sung with such feelin but, even more to actually see the same feeling in the face and smile of the person sining it.but most of all it can make anyone hearing it feel it also, It may sound a little bit cornny to some, but if anybody needs to feel a good touch of COLD CHILLS,just click on the video and hang on its GREAT!!!
ANDY BURNEY <rufusjr@windstream.net>
sanford, nc USA - Sunday, October 07, 2007 at 22:51:42 (CDT)I received two emails today about "The Man in the Doorway" by Michael Ryerson.
The emails included a recitation of the poem, by the author. Happy to say, Michael has given permission to publish his work on our website. It is remarkable work from one of our Vietnam Brothers.
It is on the main page under Poems, or click here:
http://www.191ahc.org/ryerson.htm
Thanks to Dave
Schwartz, and Bill Flores for bringing this great work to my attention.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, October 11, 2007 at 00:09:10 (CDT)
Hi Guys sorry I hadn't written, but had two surgeries in Sept and I guess I don't heal like I use too. Good thing is that I can't go back to work unitl Jan 08. Hope you have a great time over the holiday season. Art
Arturo Almaraz <aalmaraz@hot.rr.com>
Killeen, Tx USA - Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 13:49:25 (CST)Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Joyous Holidays to all Boomerangs and Bounty Hunters and their families. Thanks to Bill Janes for maintaining this web site. Hope to see many of you at the 2008 reunion. Peace be with you.
Bud Patnode, Boomerang 6 May-Nov 67, President, 191st AHC Association
Bud Patnode <bpatnode32@msn.com>
Cottonwood Heights, Utah USA - Sunday, December 23, 2007 at 13:33:14 (CST)Address Change for the 191st Association:
The Mailing address I had previously published is going to change because the mailbox storefront where I had the mailbox is closing. The NEW address is:
191st AHC Association (or Bill Janes)
3330 N. Galloway Avenue
#304-90
Mesquite, TX 75150
I will be updating the address across the website, but wanted to post a note here. Best to all, Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, January 31, 2008 at 01:48:43 (CST)
Greetings. I am John Kennedy. I served at Soc Trang, 66-67 in the 336th AHC and the 121st AHC. The biannual Delta aviation units' reunion is going to happen 6-8 June at Fort Rucker. I have been connected with the previous reunions in 2002, 2004, and 2006 as, among several other tasks, the name badge maker. Our usual means to announce the reunions has been the 162nd AHC web site but it is unavailable this year. If you will help spread the word, please email me at kennedyj101@mdhsi.com or call 706-327-4112 for detailed info. Thank you,
John
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at 01:41:30 (CST)While I think the version of the National Anthem by Kevin Kenney is one of the best I have heard, there is a ground swell of approval for the Cactus Cuties. Give this link a look, and remember all that is right with America.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Friday, March 07, 2008 at 01:27:15 (CST)
I just received an email from John Kuzma. He is a Nephew of John Petric who was my CO and killed on 3-2-69 along with 5 other Men. He asked me if I had any pictures of John, which I don't. I'm sure some of you have some pics of John and if you do , could you please email them to me and I will forward them on to his Nephew. Thanks in advance. Hope to see you at the Reunion this Sept in Louisville.
Bruce Cromwell email address is bjcromwell@verizon.net
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, oh USA - Friday, March 07, 2008 at 23:15:08 (CST) Bill: I appreciate your vote and those who have commented previously. It really comes down to the feeling that one, no matter who, is singing The Anthem from the heart & not just another song to perform. When it's performed wher you don't feel like turning it off, as so many do today, then whomever the performer is, has my blessings. I know all of you, the 191st family, know what I'm saying. Looking to see you all soon. Kevin
Kevin Kenney <popsk2003@yahoo.com>
Arlington, MA USA - Friday, March 14, 2008 at 06:34:35 (CDT)Any Watch Repairman among the group? I have a SEIKO self winding watch purchased in counrty 1968 vitange, model 7009-876A I won it a VHCMA reunion. Hate to throw it away, local repair says not worth fixing, I give it to a repairman. Let me know I'll ship or bring to our reunion.
Arturo Almaraz <aalmaraz@hot.rr.com>
Killeen, Tx USA - Sunday, April 06, 2008 at 11:17:56 (CDT)ALL 191st VETS ARE WELCOME TO RIDE WITH THE COMBAT VETRANS OF AMARICA MOTORCYCLE CLUB (VFW POST 1503 DALE CITY, VA.) TO THE WALL TO PAY RESPECT TO OUR FALLEN HEROS OF ALL WARS THIS MEMORAL DAY IN MAY. PLEASE JOIN US IF YOU CAN, IT WILL BE AN HONER TO HAVE THE 191st IN ATTENANCE WITH US.CONTACT ME FOR MORE INFO. JWHITE9402@AOL.COM
JIM WHITE (MOUSE) <jwhite9402@aol.com>
STAFFORD, VA USA - Sunday, April 06, 2008 at 15:18:56 (CDT)I got this poem in email from a Vietnam Vet. It is powerful in a quiet way, and I think it is worth reading:
I REMEMBER
I remember a war oh so far away
As if it was just yesterday
I remember the times and places
But not the names or the faces
I remember when you ate a meal
How it made you feel
I remember working at night
To avoid the fright
I remember the EVAC hospital being as active as a pair of
bee hives
And the loss of so many lives
I remember the company clown who took his life
Because another man took his wife
I remember the incoming mortars and rockets
And the men who had pictures in little lockets
I remember when we moved, at the airfield for seven days I
was stuck
With nowhere to sleep but under the truck
I remember the very young girl that I had to kill
And I always will
I remember the days and days of rain
But can remember nothing that will ease the pain
I remember the drinking to forget
And wish now that drinking would make me forget
I remember hearing the freedom birds as they came and went
every day
And on the day my turn came, feeling as though I was running away
I remember all the men I left there, that I considered to
be friends of mine
And hoping they would be fine
I remember the good times and the bad
And that over there was the last breath many a man had
I remember going and looking into the gates of HELL
And hoping everything will be well
I remember how I was before I went there
But to be like that again there is no prayer
I remember, I remember, I remember
But how I wish I could forget what I remember
Larry R. Southerland, Copyright 2000, All Rights Reserved
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 11:11:15 (CDT)
Wow!! That is really quite a poem Bill. Thanks for sharing.
Bill Flores <bill_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, Ca USA - Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 12:34:25 (CDT)Hi Folks,
I received an email regarding UH-1H 68-16104. This H model was assigned to the 191st from 09/69 - 10/70, so if you were at Can Tho you may remember it. It is now a member of Army Aviation Heritage Foundation in Ozark, AL, and is still flying.
http://www.armyav.org/aahf_intro.htm
Glenn Knight from AAFH was wondering if anybody remembered flying or crewing this ship, and if there were any pictures of it from 'Nam. If you have any, send them along and I will pass them on to Glenn.
Here is a pic of 104 today:
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 14:23:57 (CDT)
Hello everyone, Does anyone know if any members are in Alaska? I'l be in Alaska this summer flying a State of Alaska Fire Fighting contract. We start in Tok in May and then move around the state. I'll be flying a blue and silver UH1N (AKA Bell 212). If your in Ft. Greeely, Fairbanks or central Alaska this summer give me a call...435-632-0573...warning Cell service is spotty up there.
Ken Carlton
Bounty Hunter 36 and Green Delta707...Dong Tam 3-69 to 9-69 then Can Tho til 3-70
Ken Carlton <rimrock@infowest.com>
St. George, UT USA - Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 16:42:43 (CDT) Dear Frienda: i refer you to a shrt note, in the guestbook, dtd 15 Dec 05 from Jimmy Smothermon. I knew Jim from OCS in 64 and lost all contact with him until my retirement papers arrived some 15+ yrs ago with a retirement officer(civ) signature block signed by Jimmy Smothermon. I made an immediate phone call to Ft. ben & discovered it was my old friend. Since then I have tried to convince Jinny to join us at the reunion(s) & continued to do so through e-mails etc. Jims e-mails to me stopped after the first of this year so I recently sent him a "Jim. where are you?" ltr. His wife wrote back this week-end & asked me to contact(call) her. Bottom line is that Jimmy passed away last Christmas day from complications (head injury) of a fall. So, my friends, I ask you to remember another good man, soldier & patriot in your prayers. His wife says she doen't handle the computer to well but if you feelike it you can try jsmo109@aol.com (Mary Ann), Thanks Kevin
Kevin Kenney <popsk2003@yqhoo.com>
USA - Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at 07:14:56 (CDT) Sorry Folks: That last entry of Jims e-mail should be: jsmo1009@aol.com KK
Kevin Kenney <popsk2003@yahoo.com>
USA - Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at 07:19:06 (CDT)Bernard Harvey brought to my attention that the phone number for the Galt House was incorrect on the registration forms for the reunion. It has been fixed now, and the correct Galt House number is 800-843-4258. Thanks Bernard!
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 16:13:14 (CDT)
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Important Reunion News!
I have just received an update from the Galt House in Louisville
which makes it mighty important to get your hotel reservations by the deadline (August
3, 2008). Our contact at the Galt House advises:
"Hi Guys,
Well I am getting ready to
head out of town in 45 minutes but, I wanted to touch base with you. They
announced last night that the American Idol auditions will be held in
Louisville….guess what weekend is the final round. You guessed it Sept. 4-8.
With thousands of want to be it is very important that your members know that
they need to make their reservations before the cut off date (1 month prior). I
can pretty much guarantee you that there will be no rooms available if they wait
too long. Right now 11 people have made their reservations, I sent Bill the
list earlier this week."
What this means is that if you don't get your hotel
reservation in by the deadline, the unused rooms that we have blocked out will
revert back to the hotel inventory, and they can rent them to somebody else.
It also means that after the deadline, there will not be a room available in a
hundred mile radius of Louisville, KY during our reunion.
We want to see you at the reunion, and we don't want to see
anybody disappointed.
Please click on the Reunion Page
to see all the details for registration.
Best,
Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Sunday, June 29, 2008 at 22:26:14 (CDT)
Hey guys. Just made my reservations for the reunion. I am setting up a golf outing for Friday, Sep 5. Hotel is sending info on local courses and I will make tee times. I need a number for golf. Email and let me know if you are interested. Looking forward to seeing everyone again.
Harrell Guidry <kgid@gt.rr.com>
Groves, Tx USA - Wednesday, July 02, 2008 at 10:07:52 (CDT)Hi Everybody, I got this link in email from a High School Buddy named Gary.
He served in Vietnam too, and sends this along. Click
here to watch the video.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 23:54:27 (CDT)
Hi folks. I need current mailing addresses (snail mail) for two unit members: Larry Sands amd Dick Calton. Thanks in Advance, Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Monday, July 14, 2008 at 22:31:09 (CDT)Hi Folks, The deadline for hotel reservations at the reunion and for our own registration process is coming near. If you know a unit member that isn't on our morning report, email them or give them a call. You can also email me if we need to send information to them snail mail. ---- Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at 23:29:19 (CDT)Yesterday my Brother and I went to the Dayton Air Show to take a Huey ride. I wanted to ride in 104 that was assigned to our unit at Can Tho because it was there the same time that I was assigned there Sept 69. I told the lady that we wanted to fly in 104 as there was 3 Hueys going up. She said that she didn't know which one we would be in. I said you don't understand, that Huey was assigned to my unit when I was there and that is the one that I want to fly in! So she thought she had it set up, but while we were in line, they added another Huey and screwed up the rotation and to make a long story short, I had to fly in another one.
Needless to say, I wasn't very happy! My Brother and I rode together in the crew chief side (left rear) and it was like being in a time capsule. I could have flown all day and my Brother really liked it too! I did get some videos and some pics that I will be bringing to the Reunion. See you in September!
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, oh USA - Sunday, July 20, 2008 at 20:59:20 (CDT)Do any of the guys remember the 18th of August 1968? I am Dennis Haskew
(new email) dhaskew@comcast.net and I was in White Flight. We left with 10
Slicks and a heavy fireteam and returned with 3 slicks. It was quite a day.
Dennis Haskew <dhaskew@comcast.net>
USA - Monday, August 18, 2008 at 20:51:31 (CDT)A big hello to all my 191 brothers,Tbest and only way I know to start is to just THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANKS A LOT.For those of you who were in LOUISVILLE, and those who unfortunately were not, it was truely one of the best times of my life, I learned many things , and like all of us I was reminded of many things that marked a very big time in all our lives, Some things I recalled made me laugh and some made me cry, probably more inside, than out but made me feel very proud to be with people that felt the same way and understood. To the guys in the marathon session of bull late saturday night , and you know who you are it was great, I can,t remember when I laughed so hard in my life, I know my one line country wits were hard to catch and every time I see Bill Janes look at Bill Florie and say ,WHAT DID HE JUST SAY??. I smile. Thank Jack you did a great job as host , and JUST LIKE THE FARMER ,YOU ARE OUTSTANDING IN YOUR FIELD, i really feel when, when I had someone tell me that when you come to your first reunion, you won,t miss another, hope I don,t again thank you to to all of my friends who helped recall the past, and seeing my BROTHERS at last.
andy burney <rufusjr@windstream.net>
sanford, nc USA - Monday, September 08, 2008 at 11:41:06 (CDT)I am a Vietnam veteran and author, currently editing the memoirs of Australian Army pilot Lieutenant Glen Duus, who was in VN 1967-68, and on his days off from our flying would fly with the Bounty Huntersor Boomerangs. Glen died of cancer earlier this year and we are looking at publishing his unfinished memoirs. Some of the people he flew with, in his log book were: WOs Miller, Hawkins, Gordon and Werner, Major Schumacher, Lt Lindmark, CWO R. Holford.
There might have been others he did not list in his logbook.
Therefore, this is to ask if you will place this message on your noticeboard in hope that anyone who knew Glen and might wish to contribute a recollection or perhaps a photo of his time with you guys in 1967-68, we will be happy to receive them.
Best wishes from another veteran - three tours in youthful stupidity!
Regards
Lex McAulay
Lex McAulay <sales@banner-books.com.au>
Australia - Monday, September 08, 2008 at 19:02:55 (CDT)I wasn't quite sure what to expect when I attended my first reunion in Louisville, but all I can say is Awesome! My Wife was not excited about going, but the women made her feel right at home as soon as we got there. I ask her when it was all over her thoughts and she said that she was "Pleasantly Surprised"! So a big thanks goes out to all the women attending and taking Janet under their wing. To Jack, I don't know how it could have been any better! The rooms were very nice and the meals were all excellent! The Riverboat was alot of fun. I've been on the one in Nashville and I thought this was much better. And then there is all the stories, some that I knew and some that I never knew. Like Andy Burney being responsible for the Peace Sign on the active. And that shouldn't suprise me as crazy as he was. Of course then theres the time he stole a Honda Super 90 from an ARVN and brought it back on a Huey to Dong Tam. I rode it a few times myself. We all owe alot to Bill Janes for all his work on this website and everything that he does!! To Jack Lammers and his wife and Harold Stitt and his wife, Bill Flores and his wife, Tom Rathge, Country and his wife, Gordon Hahn,and Kevin Kenney who chokes me up every time he sings and many others that I met, a big Thank You for the good times we had in Louisville! Then there was the Memorial Service Sunday morning for all our fallen Brothers. I think I could safely say that there wasn't a dry eye in the room! Now I know why people say that once you go to a Reunion you will go back. I know that Janet and I will be back!Looking forward to seeing everybody in 2 years.
Bruyce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, oh USA - Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 17:22:14 (CDT)What can I say. This was a wonderful reunion. laurel says it was one of the best in her memory, and she has been to every one since we atended our first in Lousiville back in 1999. I agree with Bruce, that the hotel was great and the food was fantasitc. Thank you Jack Tiesing! My only regret was that some of the attendees from past reunions were unable to make it. Jimmy Wienmiller, Billy Sawls, John Falcon, you were greatly missed!! I know other priorities pervailed but I really hope you guys can make the next one. Again, Thank you Jack Tiesing. That painting was absolutley beautiful and you created a family heirloom. That is something that I can never thank you enough for. Thank you thank you, thank you!!! A huge thanks and a big round of applause goes out to Bill Janes. Witout him, none of this would have ever have happend once, never mind as many times as it has. Because of him many of us have found lost brothers that we have wondered about for years. We have met new brothers that were there before us and after us that helped us understand what happened in the 191st before and after our time. Again Bill Janes, THANK YOU!!
As presented at our last reunion, I encourage each of us to find a unit member that doesn't know about the web sight and our reunions and try to get them to the next one. Until then, may God bless you and yours. Bill Flores.
Bill Flores <bill_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, Ca USA - Friday, September 12, 2008 at 14:16:45 (CDT)
Hi Guys,
Before the reunion I got an email from John Brennan, who is compiling
a list of aircraft names, and nose/door art. John was with the 114th AHC
at Vinh Long.
I had intended to ask the guys at the reunion to help fill in the gaps in
this chart, but alas I couldn't find the spreadsheet on my laptop that I took to
the reunion. John is looking for names, tail numbers, and especially
photos.
Still, John is doing some valuable research, and you can reach him at
johnmailman@yahoo.com , so if you can
help fill in the blanks, let John know. If you would rather, send the info
to me, and I will forward it on... Thanks - Bill
Here is the list he has already compiled:
Nickname
Aircraft
Serial #
Source
Photog/Info Donor
Pic/Info Date
Crew
Nose Art Artist
Art/NN Location
Ace Of Sades
UH-1D
66-00821
191 AHC guest book
Art Almarez
67-68
Art Almarez DG
pilot door
Baby Huey
UH-1H
191 website/Roger Barkley
Bob Walker/Roger Barkley
67-68
Bob Walker CE
Richard Weske
pilit doors
Bad Ass
UH-1C
65-15186
191 website/Bill Fryant email
Bob Chenoweth collection/Gordon Gosch/B.Fryant
1971
Ross Amajo CE,Jerry Schafer DG,Bill Fryant AC
nose
Batship
UH-1H
191 AHC guest book/Roger Barkley email
Don Sandrock/Roger Barkley
67-69
Don Sandrock AC Richard Weske CE
Richard Weske
pilot door
Big Brother
UH-1C
66-15156
191 website/Bill Flores/D.Powers email
Bill Flores/Dave Powers
1969
Bill Flores CE, David Schwartz AC
nose
Cong Stomper
UH-1H
HAWK mag cover April 1968
HAWK magazine
1968
pilot door
Faye's Love
UH-1H
Dunstan VN Choppers pg 74
1968
pilot door
Little Joe
UH-1C
191 website
Skip Waugh
nose
Mela
UH-1H
HAWK mag Apr 69 pg 14
HAWK magazine
1969
pilot door
Mother Goose
UH-1C
66-15076
191 website/Stan Cherrie email
Harold Stitt
67-68
Stan Cherrie AC
pilot door
My Cha Cha
UH-1H
Alan Maw email
Alan Maw
68-69
Alan Maw CE
pilot door
Para-Dice
UH-1H
HAWK mag Apr 69 pg 16/J.Honl email
HAWK magazine/Jim Honl
68-69
pilot door
Short, Don't Shoot Me
UH-1D
66-00818
Bill Flores email
Bill Flores
68-69
Bill Flores CE
belly underside
Sun Shine Superman
UH-1D
66-00835
191 AHC guest bk/David James email
Andy Burney/David James
1968-69
Andy Burney CE David James AC
pilot door
Super Ship
UH-1H
191 website/Roger Barkley email
Roger Barkley/H.Stitt/R.Barkley
67-68
Roger Barkley CE, Gordon Hahn CE Harold Stitt AC
Richard Weske
nose/pilot door
Theo
UH-1H
191 website
Roger Stinnett
pilot door
Voyager (The)
UH-1C
191 website
Skip Waugh
Skip Waugh CE
cargo door
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Friday, September 12, 2008 at 22:43:08 (CDT)
Hi Guys, I received this in email. Ken is trying to help a former 191st member. If you can remember anything that helps please contact Ken. Thanks -- Bill Janes
My name is Ken Gibbins and I'm assisting an Earl Davis with his VA claim for benefits. He served 18 months in RVN and had a tour of duty with the 191st, but his memory is sketchy. He believes that he went down in an aircraft July/1970 in the Delta/IV Corp, but is having trouble with the details of tail number, pilot, etc. Can you direct me to a source that will aide this quest for information to get his claim on track. It seems that his military paperwork was not complete since his DD214 was amended to add a single award of the Air Medal and I know that 18 months as a crewchief would support more than a single award. Please give me any assistance that you can to help with this claim.
Thanx, Ken Gibbens
Ken Gibbens <KMJKSTG@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, September 14, 2008 at 18:38:33 (CDT)
Well I got lucky this time. Minimal damage. Towns around me were basically wiped out. Look at pics of Galveston, Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Tx. A 20' wall of water can do horrible things.
Harrell Guidry
Groves, Tx USA - Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 07:25:35 (CDT)Hi Guys, I received an email from Alexander Kaufbusch. He served with the 3/60 9th Division '68-'69. He reports that he got wounded in a hot LZ, and a gunship landed, and the Crewchief scooped up all 6'3" of him and put him aboard the aircraft. He goes on to say that he was delivered to the Colleton, which I guess is a Navy vessel. He wants to thank the ones that saved him, so if you know anything about this action please contact Alexander at riverrat6869@msn.com
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, October 02, 2008 at 20:48:05 (CDT)Was Service Plt.Sgt from Oct.69-Feb.1970, any of you guy's out there remember me give me a shout,would be glad to hear from you.
Charles P. Taylor <ctaylor52@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, co. USA - Monday, October 20, 2008 at 15:54:37 (CDT)Bill: Want you & the rest of the troops know that I'll be moving to Venice Fl the 1st of Dec. PLEASE, any of you warriors that come my way, do stop by & I won't let you go to bed hungry if I have to keep you up all night. Kevin 886 South Moon Dr. Venice Fl (617) 710-7707
Kevin Kenney <popsk2003@yahoo.com>
Arlington, Ma USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at 06:19:33 (CDT)Kevin, when you get the good fishing holes lined up, give me a call. Always wanted to bass fish in Fla.
Harrell Guidry
Groves, Tx USA - Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 20:29:14 (CDT)I have had an inquiry concerning Ron Cohen who served with the 191st as a door gunner in 1969. The person asking would prefer that I not publish their email address, so if you knew Ron Cohen, email me and I will put you in touch. -- Thanks
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Sunday, November 02, 2008 at 11:35:16 (CST)On Veterans Day I will always remember the six Hero's that gave their all on March 2 1969
Major John Petric, 1st Lt Carl Radke, 1st Lt Dennis Coker, Spec 5 Robert Heinmiller, Spec 4 Carl Douglas, and Spec 4 George Lovellette. I think of them often. On this day we remember all Veterans. The motto of the Vietnam Veterans of America is " Never again shall one generation of Veterans abandon another"
Ralph D McKie <marine@citlink.net>
Golden Valley, Arizona USA - Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 21:07:22 (CST)Hi all, Just a quick note to wish all a Happy Thanksgiving and to remember the many things that we're thankful for....not the least of which is being a small part of the Boomerang/Bounty Hunter clan.
At the last reunion Maj. Patnode encouraged us to be active on the message board...sorry I've been a little slow. Getting the password is easy...Bill's sent it to me lot's of times :-) Peace to all ... Roger
Roger Barkley <rvbarkley@fuse.net>
USA - Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 08:26:55 (CST)As Roger points out, getting the password is easy. Just drop me an email. Sorry I had to resort to putting a password on the guestbook, but we had too many guests putting SPAM here. Best to all and Happy Holidays. - Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Friday, November 28, 2008 at 00:12:17 (CST)At our reunion, somebody had mentioned that they had read a book about the Vietnam war and that they mentioned the 191st several times and in particular a certain battle and one of our pilots recalls being in that battle. Can anybody tell me who this pilot was and also the name of the book? I know that the pilot was at the reunion because he was telling me about it.
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, Oh USA - Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 07:34:30 (CST)If you have an HP Laserjet 2300 printer, I have a brand new HP 10A toner cartridge that I can't use. It's a hundred dollar plus cartridge, and it's free to a good home if you pay the shipping - Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 16:47:53 (CST)Bruce, the name of the book is "Steel My Soldiers Hearts", (a book that chronicles the movements of elements of the 9th Infantry Div. that he commanded). by Col. David Hackworth (now deceased). The pilot mentioned was Capt. Ken Carlton. Hope this helps. A merry Christmas season to all.
Bill Flores <bill_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, Ca USA - Monday, December 01, 2008 at 13:17:46 (CST)If anybody is interested in getting the book "Steel my soldiers hearts", they have several listed on Ebay. Either paperback or hardback. I just got a like new hardback for under $9 shipped!
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, Oh USA - Tuesday, December 02, 2008 at 18:46:37 (CST)Laurel and I wish to say Merry Christmas (yes Merry Christmas, not Happy Holidays) to all of our 191st family. Trust me you are family. My frist reunion was in 1999 in Louisville KY. and it felt like I had found a family member that had been missing for thirty years. I have now found that family member and I intend to never loose them again. Again, Merry Christmas and God bless you and yours. With love and respect, Bill and Laurel Flores.
Bill Flores <bill_flores@sbcglobal.net>
Visalia, ca USA - Friday, December 12, 2008 at 13:13:27 (CST)I just finished reading the above mentioned book written by Col. David Hackworth. This is a must read for our unit members and specially anybody that was there in Jan. to May of 1969. Finally, are unit gets alot of credit in a book! Ken Carlton and the 191st Boomerangs and Bounty Hunters are mentioned quite a few times. And to read how Hack turns this combat unit around and makes them a Hardcore unit is just outstanding!
Here is wishing all our members a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, Oh USA - Thursday, December 18, 2008 at 08:20:30 (CST)Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Joyous Holidays to all Boomerangs, Bounty Hunters, and their families. We salute Bill Janes for providing this web site. Thank you for the privilege of serving with you. Peace be with you. Bud Patnode, Boomerang 6 May-Nov 67.
Bud Patnode <bpatnode32@msn.com>
Cottonwood Heights, UT USA - Friday, December 19, 2008 at 12:40:50 (CST)Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Joyous Holidays to all Boomerangs, Bounty Hunters, and their families. We salute Bill Janes for providing this web site. Thank you for the privilege of serving with you. Peace be with you. Bud Patnode, Boomerang 6 May-Nov 67.
Bud Patnode <bpatnode32@msn.com>
Cottonwood Heights, UT USA - Friday, December 19, 2008 at 13:44:09 (CST)The year was 1967,we were lying on our backs,partly because we were to drunk to stand out on the run way at Bear cat spelling Happy New Year in the sky with straight traycers,I was told later that the MPs started to come get us and thought better,Stan and Stack hurried out and got us out of there,Its not as drmatic now but Merry Cristmas and Happy New Year anyway.
Skip Waugh (Bounty Hunter)
USA - Sunday, December 21, 2008 at 14:45:04 (CST)Geez Skip, seems like I always miss out on the fun. Dennis Stits and I were in Bangkok New Years eve raising a little hell of our own. Merry Christmas to all my brothers here. Hope for a safe and prosperous New Year for everyone.
Harrell
Harrell Guidry
Groves, Tx USA - Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at 06:55:14 (CST)Merry Christmas from Bill and Irene. May your new year bring nothing but joy.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at 21:29:50 (CST)I just finished reading STEEL MY SOLDIERS HEARTS. If anyone would like to read this book I would be happy to send it to you. The 191st Boomerangs and Bounty Hunters is mentioned often. Being A cerw cheif I didn't know what went on after we dropped the grunts off. WOW - I'm sure glad the 191st played such a large part in the operations.
Gordon Hahn
GBHAHN@AOL.COM
Gordon Hahn <GBHAHN@AOL.COM>
San Jose, Ca USA - Saturday, February 07, 2009 at 12:25:57 (CST)I received the following email from John A. Petric Jr. ==
It's hard to believe that it has been forty years this March 2 that the 191 AHC lost such fine men in service to their country. My family & I will be placing a wreath at the Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery on March 2, 2009 at 12:15 pm. EST. to commemorate the loss of 1st. Lt. Dennis S. Coker, 1st. Lt. Carl L. Radtke, Sp5 Robert L. Heinmiller, Sp4 Carl S. Douglas, Sp4 George Lovellette and my father, Maj. John A. Petric. All members of the 191 AHC are welcome to attend. Thank you and thanks to all of the men for your service to our country.
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 00:33:45 (CST)To all my brothers of the 191st, tonight is a night ,that marks a date and time in or lives that many of us will always remember, We as BOOMERANG and BOUNTY HUNTERS had always experienced the tragedy and reality of the VIET NAM war from an area of operation far and remote from our perimeter and the sand pile we all called home for a while, but a dark night on march 2 1969, made us all very aware of the horror, grief sadness and fear beyond belief, when in a brief instant we went from doing whatever we were engaged in at the time, to a mass movement of soldiers , running with all our being to a bunker that so many of us F.O.G,S.only laughed at as it was being built ,thanks to CPT.FALCON for the best daMN BUNKER.We all sat around in the dark not much joking laughing just everyone almost in a reverence, we didn,t really know what was happening but from the rocket blast we knew it was bad.Our worst fears were realized that nite and like all of you that experieced that I will always remember our brothers we lost, and know that on that night our lives were forever changed ANDY BURNEY
andy burney <rufusjr@windstream.net>
sanford , nc USA - Monday, March 02, 2009 at 01:59:39 (CST)I recently came across this quote and thought I would pass it on to my Brothers.
A VETERAN - WHETHER ON ACTIVE DUTY, HONORABLY DISCHARGED, RETIRED OR IN THE RESERVES - IS SOMEONE WHO AT ONE POINT IN THEIR LIFE, WROTE A BLANK CHECK MADE PAYABLE TO "THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA", FOR AN AMOUNT OF "UP TO, AND INCLUDING THEIR LIFE.
THAT IS HONOR , AND THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE IN THIS COUNTRY TODAY WHO NO LONGER UNDERSTAND THAT FACT.
That pretty much says it all!!!
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, Oh USA - Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 15:53:50 (CDT)The guest book seems to be a little slow so thought I would just add a little something. Hope all are having a great year so far....the year soon will be half over. Time gets by pretty fast, hard to believe VN was so many years ago. Next to my family, having served in the 191st is one of my greater sources of pride. Looking forward to our next reunion and seeing everyone again. Peace, Roger
Roger Barkley <rvbarkley@fuse.net>
Moscow, Oh USA - Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at 07:19:36 (CDT)I agree that the chat on the website has been slow. Maybe that is because we are old and a simple typed message is just too much. But, we are the same kid soldiers that made the 191st great. We have reunion to look forward to in 2010. We have a lot to look forward to, so don't forget it. Be well my friends - Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 02:19:00 (CDT)Hello Boomerangs and Bounty Hunters. My wife and I just attended our first Field Artillery Officer Candidate School class reunion at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. This was the 25th one they have had, and I just found out about them this year! We had an UNBELIEVABLY FANTASTIC TIME!!! So, if you were an Artillery Officer who graduated from FAOCS at Fort Sill, OK you owe it to yourself to check out the website at www.faocsalumni.org
We aren't getting any younger you know! The info for the 2010 reunion isn't there yet, but there is a multitude of info there about Field Artillery OCS past reunions. Be sure to check out the Fort Sill OCS Photo Project website at www.ftsillocsphotoproject.com. Your class picture and your class roster could already be there!
Joe K Roberts - FAOCS Class 509-68
We are really looking forward to the 191AHC reunion next year too. We are "empty nesters" now. Our baby boy is in the Marines and our 20 year old is in the Army. We are still working full time but shouldn't have any trouble getting vacation time any more. I hope to see ALL of the 191st veterans and wives at our next reunion. If you have never attended one NOW IS THE TIME! We have a GREAT bunch of folks. Start planning NOW!!!
Joe K Roberts <jkroberts1@yahoo.com>
Bidwell, OH USA - Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 10:01:47 (CDT)To my heroes~
I sincerely thank you for your service, sacrifice and rememberance of my father. Your bravery, courage and honor are beyond all measure. I am so proud and thankful to call you my family. I miss you more then words can say. I wish we were all together today. Oh how I could use all those wonderful gifts that you give to me... the hugs, shoulders to lean and cry on, jokes, stories, hand holds, maybe a go-cart ride and a couple of good stiff drinks would all be greatly appreciated. Sadly, I don't have you all here so I ask that you remember me in your prayers and if you could you find a way to send me some of that bravery, courage and honor I would greatly appreciate that too.
With my love and respect,
Diana
Diana Foran <Dianaforan@sbcglobal.net>
Lake Forest, IL USA - Monday, May 25, 2009 at 16:09:24 (CDT)uhoh...I am testing to see if this entry goes thru. I wrote an entry earlier and it hasn't appeared yet?
Diana Foran <dianaforan@sbcglobal.net>
Lake Forest, IL USA - Monday, May 25, 2009 at 16:47:29 (CDT)Diana needs a hug today, and all I am asking is that you send her one in email. All the email has to say is here is a hug from the 191st. Thanx, Bill
Bill Janes <billj@191ahc.org>
Mesquite, TX USA - Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 02:27:13 (CDT)Hi to all. Back on line after the usuall job changes. I have some information that may be of interest to those of us who have reached the advanced age of ____ (fill in the blank!). Last fall I received a letter from the VA indicating that my diabetes type II may have a service related cause. If this has been mentioned before, skip the next. I got an appointment at my local VA clinic for a "rating" exam. The Dr. was also a vet and seemed quite understanding, although stating that he was not the one who gave the disability rating, just the recomendation. To make a long story short the VA (after a couple of months) sent me notification that I had been awarded a 50% disability rating based on 20% X 2, for neuropathy (loss of feeling) in both feet and 10% for controlled type II diabetes. This resulted in a monthly payment of $845. This came out of the blue for me! I had been treated at the local VA clinic for diabetes for probably 10 years without knowing on the service related connection. The Dr. who examined me asked why I had waited so long! If I had only known! Since I mentioned to him that I also suffered from pretty severe tinitus, he reccomended I be examined for that also - which I did - another exam with the same Dr. and another "award" of 10%. In another letter from the VA they gave me the 10% but explained that they would not be raising the disability rating from the original 50% for reasons that were pretty arcane to me. Anyone else have this experience?
Anyway, thanks to Bill J for keeping the flame alive. I remember the guys in powertrain maintenance who used to hang together - Phelps, "Trip", Carlos Ramirez, "Hippy", Frenchy,. I've got quite a few photos from Bear Cat as well as Dong Tam, if I can figure out how to scan them into my computer. Some from the POL fire at Bear Cat (comeplete with the fire engine we called "barbarqued one"), guard duty on the berm, etc.
Will reply to any and all.
Thanks,
mike morrison
mike morrison
Mike Morrison <mikeyisis@hotmail.com>
Fryeburg, ME USA - Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 13:56:47 (CDT)Happy 4th of July to everybody!! Here in my hometown, they have "Freedom Days" put on by the VFW, American Legion, Moose and Eagles. This is all at the Lake and last night my Wife and I went up to see what was going on and they had several military units including a LST landing craft. Thats the first one I had ever seen in person. They also had jeeps, personnel carriers, deuce and a half , a 5 ton truck and a 3/4 ton truck. Today around noon they have a UH-1 flying in. They aren't giving rides but will be able to check it out and bring back alot of memories. On Saturday night they have a huge fireworks display. The real kicker to this whole event is Sunday night, they are bringing in Lee Greenwood to perform!! It don't get much better than this!
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, Ohio USA - Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 06:29:03 (CDT) Saturday, I talked to a pilot from Huey 369 from Indiana. This ship was an actual Dust Off from Vietnam and the pilot was a Dust Off pilot from around the DMZ. Then tonight we went to the Lee Greenwood concert. He puts on one heck of a show. For Lee's last song, he sang "God Bless the USA" and as he started to sing 369 which was in the background lifted off and I got a huge lump in my throat. Then he flew a pattern and come in from the back and did a low level fly by. Thats when I lost it and cried like a baby! Then my Wife gave me a big hug! The sound of that Huey with those blades whooping just really got to me! I have to say that was the best 4th of July I have ever had!! I'm so proud to be an American and Veteran and am proud of all our Brothers in all units of the military! Can't wait to see all you guys at the next Reunion!
Bruce Cromwell <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, Ohio USA - Sunday, July 05, 2009 at 21:00:18 (CDT)A note to Mike Morrisson and my other borthers about the VA and diabetis, make sure that your Agent Orange registered, it helps with the claims. If you have a operation that is service connected disability you can apply for temp 100% and they'll pay for 1 yr of disability at that rate. You can always apply for an increase in rating, my last got me 100% and now the SSI said the same, so I guess I'm retired. Hope to see all of you at the next reunion. Art
Art Almaraz <aalmaraz@hot.rr.com>
Texas, TX USA - Friday, July 17, 2009 at 17:42:13 (CDT)Our next reunion is scheduled for September 2010. Members are reminded that those interested in hosting the reunion should notify the President at least one year in advance. Our bylaws state in Article II, Section 1 “Any person or group desiring to host a reunion shall submit a request to the Board of Directors in writing through the President at least one year prior to the next General Membership meeting, setting forth in detail the proposed plans for the entertainment of the reunion which it wishes to host.”
As of August 11, 2009, I have received one well researched request. Should any other member or group desire to host the 2010 reunion please let me know your intentions no later than September 1, 2009 so proper consideration can be made of all proposals.
Bud Patnode, 191st AHC Association President
Bud Patnode <bpatnode32@msn.com>
Cottonwood Heights, UT USA - Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 16:52:22 (CDT)HI folks been a while since i wrote but i had a very enteresting experience today , and i thought you as fellow aviation brothers might appreciate it to , today at our little town airport i saw a B-17 FLYING FORTRESS, aplane i had only read about and watched on tv and movies like 12 oclock high, it was a 1945 boeing b 17 IT NEVER SAW COMBAT IN WW 2 but it was named the liberty bell they were giving rides at 400 dollars a pop and taking up 7 passegers at a time didn't find out about until sunday morning , but goning out to the airport walking up to it looking inside and watching it take of and land was really an experience in its selfbut the sight that m,oved me the most and made me think of my dad in WW 2 and so many more was seeing old vets from that era walking around and looking it over some of the people were veteran crew members and pilots of that same kind of aircraft i was able to hear stories by veteransthat really lived it, and it made me think is this how old 191st members will be when we are 87 to 90 years old , and looking at a uh1d or uh1c i hope we all can see that one day got pictures will send on later just wanted share that with all of you and say thaks to all of you again for memories of experiences that only brothers in combat could share may GOD all of you and keep you til we can share and make more memories again ANDY BURNEY
andy burney <rufusjr@windstream.net>
SANFORD, N.C. USA - Monday, August 17, 2009 at 00:35:25 (CDT)My son is presently @ Ft. Rucker in Phase I of flight school ... no more solo pilots, no more confined spaces, no more colored hats... airconditioned Bell Jet Rangers.
Guess out with fun in with comfort.
John Fickett <jtfickett@aol.com>
Savannah, GA USA - Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at 08:17:20 (CDT)In case you guys have missed it,the 2010 Reunion will be in Las Vegas in early September! Can't wait to see all the guys again!
Bruce Cromwe;; <bjcromwell@verizon.net>
Celina, oh USA - Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 18:15:25 (CDT) I have found my brothers ... once again It Was at the request of my DR. to look up this sight Tnerapy They say .. Everyone Ive ever known...knows of your fame, courage bravery and humanity Thank you for letting me be a small part of such a great thing ....I have lead my life with the goodness Honesty bravery I learned while i was with you guys ..and boy has it got me in some deep doo doo ... ha ha ha Any and all please write me any pictures would be great lost mine in a house fire Mr clogston I still remember my first ride with you got so sick WHAT a piolet I havent had a chance to read all so if you want to write please do so
greg Wilson <whipno9@yahoo.com >
palm beach gardens, fl USA - Thursday, November 05, 2009 at 21:18:20 (CST)Just a note to say hi to all. White Flight 68-69.
Dennis E. Haskew <dhaskew@comcast.net>
Macclenny, FL USA - Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 10:42:11 (CST) Thanks to Dehart ,Samperi, Stokes, Yank , For there calls If any more out there please write me or any that crewed with me ... 70 june to 71 june ? night hawk Bounty Hunter or the Infnt ships need info lettere thanks to all ... bless all
greg wilson <whipno9@yahoo.com>
palm beach gardens, florida USA - Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 10:24:49 (CST)Hi Guys. I'm trying to remember the story of how the Bounty Hunters were authorized to wear the red handkerchiefs, and who, when, and why it was authorized. Can anyone help me out?
Joe Roberts <jkroberts1@yahoo.com>
Bidwell, OH USA - Tuesday, December 08, 2009 at 06:01:20 (CST)Just want to let you guys know that a former “Boomerang” CWO Robert W. Kund lost his battle with cancer on 15 Dec 09. I was a co-worker and friend of his at the General Services Administration where he worked for 38 years. I’m also a Vietnam Vet, if Bob was the normal caliber of the individual in the 191st Avn ,it would have been an honor to flown a CA with your unit. The man was a true professional at what ever he did.
Walter “Doc” Roberts
Formerly of
D Company, 1st Bn. 7th Cav, 1st Air Cav. Div.
Walter "Doc" Roberts <robertw1@rcn.com>
Stafford, VA USA - Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 10:03:50 (CST)Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all my brothers. See you in Vegas.
Harrell Guidry
Groves, Tx USA - Thursday, December 24, 2009 at 20:13:19 (CST)I wish all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. God Bless
Dennis Haskew <dhaskew@comcast.net>
Macclenny, Fl USA - Friday, December 25, 2009 at 16:36:27 (CST)happy new year boomaranges bounty hunters
greg wilson <whipno9@yahoo.com>
USA - Monday, January 11, 2010 at 18:48:34 (CST)I would like to invite all of my fellow 191AHC vets to Facebook. It is really great. Here is a prayer I found there. I think it fits.
A PILOTS PRAYER
"God, grant me the eyes of an eagle,
• the judgment of an owl,
• the quickness of a hummingbird,
• the reflexes of a cat,
• the radar of a cave bat,
• the heart of a bull,
• And the balls of a Vietnam helicopter pilot."
I hope to see all of you at the reunion this year.
Joe Roberts <jkroberts1@yahoo.com>
Ohio USA - Saturday, February 06, 2010 at 21:25:42 (CST)I am looking for Steve Lohman nick name Okie, I also know Bruce Cromwell,He has a picture of me on his video in Cantho. I would like to find SGT Glen Stover. Thanks for this web site it is great. Brought back a lot of memories.
Bruce R McKay <brucermckay@hotmail.com>
Manhattan, MT USA - Friday, February 19, 2010 at 22:03:37 (CST)I am looking for Steve Lohman nick name Okie, I also know Bruce Cromwell, He has a picture of me on his video in Cantho. I would like to find SGT Glen Stover. Thanks for this web site it is great. Brought back a lot of memories.
Bruce R McKay <brucermckay@hotmail.com>
Manhattan, MT USA - Friday, February 19, 2010 at 22:04:07 (CST)I will be at this 2010 reunion in September, but I will be staying in my RV and a nearby RV camp. I have not yet picked out an RV camp, so if there is anyone else that is staying in an RV, maybe we can all stay at the same spot. Let me know - OK
Dick Calton <DickCalton@yahoo.com>
Boulevard, Calif. USA - Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 19:58:29 (CST)
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