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Taps for Veteran Members
Here you will find Fallen Veterans of the Vietnam Era, this space is
designed as a
remembrance of their service to our country.
E-3
4-17-1948 - 01-20-2008
Vietnam 10-20-68 to 10-19-69
Honorable Discharge Oct 12, 1971
Ralph served his country proudly
with the US Air Force during the
early stages of the Vietnam War
and attained the rank of E-3
Airman
First Class.
Age 65, of Ft. Mojave,
Arizona
died April 3, 2008
Life Member AVVA
William Served his
country with great
pride
in the U.S. Air
Force SGT (E-4)
Age 64, of Bullhead
City Arizona
Died March 15, 2008
Veteran of Vietnam
Era
and Mohave County
Resident
Raymond Served in
Vietnam with the
U.S. Army.
No photo
Available
William was 62 years
old when he died in
April 2008
Date of service was
1963 to 1966.
EDWARD RAYMOND WOLFE
Edward
R. Wolfe, Lt. Col.
USAF, Retired, has
“Shed the surly
bonds of Earth” on
October 8, 2008 at
age 81. He was born
in Manhattan, New
York City, New York
on August 1, 1927.
Upon graduation
from high school, he
joined the military
service at Yale
University, V-5
Pilot pre-flight
training. At the
conclusion of World
War II he attended
the University of
New York in Oswego,
earning a Bachelor
of Science degree.
Upon graduation he
was recalled to
military service to
participate in the
Korea Conflict.
Finally after
completing pilot
training, Ed served
in Korea as a combat
pilot. At the end of
the Korean debacle
he returned for duty
in the United States
flying single and
multi-engine jet
aircraft, including
the T-33, B-57,
B-47, RB-57 F
(ultra-high
altitude) and the
coveted F-4 Phantom.
At the age of 45 he
volunteered for
combat duty in
Vietnam flying the
F-4 in combat.
In his span of
active duty he was
one of the few to
have had the
privilege of serving
his country “against
all foes, foreign
and domestic” in
three major
conflicts; WWII,
Korea and Vietnam.
Ed leaves behind
his two daughters,
Lesley Ramona Wolfe
and Sara Liz
Wolfe-Patterson and
four grandchildren,
Lincoln, Clay, Cy
and Ben Patterson.
He was preceded in
death by his son,
Graham.
A visitation will
be held Friday,
October 17, 2008
10:00 AM followed by
the funeral services
at 11:00 AM at
Lietz-Fraze Chapel.
Chaplain Sisto
Sandoval of the Lake
Havasu City Vietnam
Veterans of America
Chapter 975 will
officiate.
Ed’s remains will
be interred at
Arlington National
Cemetery in
Washington, DC,
section 2, grave
3493. One of his
last comments to
family and friends
was “when/if in the
area, please stop by
and say hello”.
Marine Corp League Chairman Toys for Tots
Kingman, AZ.
Entrepreneur and Developer at Large.
"Our Resident
Linguist", Chuck is
fluent in
Russian, Italian,
Korean, German,
French, Spanish,
and sometimes
English.
Chief Warrant Officer CW3 Marden Burns
"Chuck" Chlarson Jr. Retired after30 years military service,17 years USMC,13 years Army.
Chuck was a dear friend for over 30
years. I first met Chuck at Fort Huachuca in 75-6. He was a Gunny Sgt. in the USMC. He had changed services to
become a warrant officer WO-1 US Army interrogator. Later he would return to Huachuca to be the Chief of
Instructors, Interrogation School. Chuck Ret. in the early 90's (92-93 )
In Sierra Vista, AZ. ( Fort Huachuca "The Intelligence School" ).
He worked with his Father a Retired
USAF Col., Marden Burns ( Zeke ) Chlarson Sr. Chuck and his Father worked in Costa Rico with the country's
water systems. Chuck has always been a leader, he was
the Post Commander VFW 9972 in Sierra Vista in 1995 & 96.
The only VFW post with
two National Commanders.
Chuck purchased 10 Acers on Hwy.92 and
built and developed a successful golf shop and driving range, sold
it in 1997. We both moved to Kingman, AZ. in 1998.
Chuck was President, SV President, & Secretary of International
Realty Plus.
He was a Master Mason and the sectary of Kingman lodge 22 in
2001. Vice Chair of the house committee Kingman ELKS lodge 468,
2005-06 Chuck was the Prez of the
Kingman Republic Men's club 2005 -7. Vice Prez of the Kingman Air Show 2005
- director 06-09.
He was Commander of the USMC league Kingman and very active
in toys for tots and Chairman. Chuck was the lead member that got the Armed forces memorial
built in Railroad Park Kingman 2004.
I may be off on some of my
dates and left a lot out because there are so many GREAT
things Chuck did.
Joe Pete Bibich was born in Clinton, Ind., on Feb. 29, 1948, leap year.
Because of this he was convinced he was only 15 years old. Those who
knew him well believed that he was right. Joe was one of five children
born to George and Eva Mae Bibich; Larry, Kikki, Jane and Bobby. George
was the school superintendent and Eva Mae was a teacher. He graduated
from Dyer Central High School in 1966 and attended the University of
Tampa.
In January of 1969, Joe volunteered to serve his country by enlisting
for the United States Marine Corps. Following his completion of
training, he deployed to Vietnam. He was assigned to the USMC 2nd
Division, 5th Regiment, Fox Company "FOX 2/5." Joe was awarded not one
but two Purple Hearts in addition to the Bronze Star with a V for Valor.
The time spent in his beloved Corps was a major influence to his
personality and his life. His passion for all Brave Heroes had bloomed
and it would never ever falter.
Upon his honorable discharge from the Marine Corps, Joe attended Purdue
University on a golf scholarship, married his first wife Judy, and
fathered his first two children, Jackie and Jay Bibich. His courage and
bravery blended with his pride as a father and again his bigger than
life personality gained strength.
Joe came to Kingman in 1976 and took over as the Relay Manager for
Roadway Express. Kingman must have been Heaven on earth for Joe, working
with truck drivers, hunting, fishing, golf, softball and a list of
others endeavors. With amazing speed, Joe knew everyone. "Bigger Than
Life" had arrived in Kingman.
1979 came, and Joe found Pam. The first time he saw Pam he told his
friend Ron, "I'm going to marry that girl." He did. Joe inherited and
happily accepted and loved her two sons, Paul and Shawn Clark. Joe and
Pam then brought Ryan "Bug" Bibich into the world. Joe again volunteered
himself in service of his country by joining the USMC Reserve. Joe was
an unbelievable grandfather and was affectionately known as "Grampy."
Brandon and Lauren Clark, Andrew and Amy Arlen, Rebecca, Jillian,
Melanie Loslo make up the list of his seven beloved grandchildren.
Two graduations, a bundle of elections and a few tragedies later, Joe
was able to retire, at least from Roadway (after 31 years). After
retirement, he created Tri City Services. Joe dedicated himself to his
community, again, as a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Marine
Corps League, Fox 2/5 Association, Vietnam Veterans of America, Military
Family Relief Fund (chairman), Arizona Veterans Task Force, Military
Order of the Purple Heart, Mohave County Planning and Zoning Commission,
the Merit Commission, Public Land Use Commission, Parks and Recreation
Commission, Elks, and many, many others. He always made time for
everyone and always left everyone laughing and smiling. The world was
definitely a brighter place with Joe in it.
Joe passed while he was doing what he loved and had a true passion for,
fishing. His service will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2009, at the
Kingman High School Auditorium located at 4182 Bank St. in Kingman.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the local Vietnam Veterans
of America chapter at P.O. Box 184, Kingman, AZ 86402. The phone number
for the VVA is (928) 263-1810.
Kenneth E. David, age 74, a 39-year resident
of Bullhead City, Ariz., passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2010, in Las
Vegas, Nev.
Kenneth was born on August 9, 1935, in Yorktown, Ind. He retired after
20 years in the
US Marine Corp., 1st Battalion, 1st
Marines, and also retired after working for Southern Calif. Edison. He
also worked for 5 years with the Bullhead City Fire Department.
Kenneth was preceded in death by Atha and Angy David.
He is survived by his wife, Susan K. David of Bullhead City; two
daughters, Rebecca Lynn Breaux (Edward) of Needles, Calif. and Elizabeth
Anne Lysne of Juliaetta, Idaho; two sons, William Roy Huntington IV of
Bullhead City, and Kenneth E. David of Oregon; four siblings, Jackie
(Richard) Clock of Tucson, Ariz., Ron (Alice) Rhoades of Geneva, Ind.,
David (Ingrid) Brown of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Tommy (Marsha) Brown of
Muncie, Ind.; nine grandchildren (Kenneth E. David III recently returned
from his 2nd tour in Iraq); seven great-grandchildren; and Kenny's
mother, Cyndee David, who is like a daughter to us.
A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at
Dimond & Sons Silver Bell Chapel, 2630 Silver Creek Rd., Bullhead City.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kenneth's memory to:
Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516
Ken attended high school in Santa Monica and
then enlisted in the USMC in 1952. He served in the Korean War, and 2
tours in Vietnam where he was awarded 6 purple hearts, bronze star with
V for valor, Navy Commendation medal with combat V. and Navy Achievement
Metal with combat V. He retired in 1971 after 20 years. He also was a
drill instructor at San Diego and turned out 7 honor platoons.
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Jerry Ambrose went to be with our Lord on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. He was
born Dec. 20, 1937, in Scranton, Pa.
He leaves behind his wife, Beth Ambrose; his son, Michael Ambrose; two
daughters, Evelyn Ambrose and Donna Dolan; grandchildren, Michelle
Boening, Chesare Vogel, Casey Shepard, Haley Dolan, Ryan Dolan, Andrew
Dolan and Hannah Dolan; and three greatgrandchildren.
He enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1955 and served three tours in
Vietnam. He received two Purple Hearts. He retired from the Marine Corps
after 31 years of service as Captain Ambrose. He moved to Kingman in
1991 and worked as office manager for the Department of Economic
Security. He was chaplain of the Marine Corps League, Detachment 887,
and VFW Post 3316. He was instrumental in the
Kingman Veterans' Memorial at Locomotive Park. He was inducted into the
Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame in 2006. Jerry was program director for
Route 66 Rotary, a member of the Chamber of Commerce, president of the
Mohave Community College Board and Citizen of the Year in 2009. He
dedicated himself to community service and helping the veterans. His
life was his legacy, and we were fortunate to share
that with him. His memory will always be with us.
A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 24, at Grace
Lutheran Church, 2101 Harrison St., Kingman. His funeral will be held at
10:40 a.m. Monday, Oct. 25, at the Nevada Veterans Memorial
Cemetery, 1900 Buchanan Blvd., Boulder City, NV 89005.
In lieu of flowers, it would be Jerry's wish to donate to a veterans
organization.
