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• Patch, David [FOUND BY THE KWE!]

• Rounds, David

• Vickery, Robert

• Scott, Ralph (see Vickery, Robert in listings)

• Eubank (first name unknown)

• Lasich, Earl L. "Lash"

• Briten, Jimmy

• Cartrett, John C.

• Hart, Thomas Jefferson

• Park, Edna K.

• Ogden, George

• Bertha, George E.

• Thompson, Gene

• Farrell, William P. II

• Farrell, Eugene

• Doherty, Art

• Tryee (Tyree - sp?), Branch

• Kim, Kap Chang

• Mahoney, Emmett

• Rodriguez, Jose "Joe"

• Duplantis, Wilbert Lee

• McPharlin, James

• Thiebold, Clifford B.

• Morrissey, Richard J.

• Brown, A.B.

• Hoffmann, Robert

• Garcia, Robert "Pancho"

• Zorman, Al

• Kramer, James & George William Wilson

Adams, Frank

Looking for Frank Adams, formerly sergeant of Service Co., 224th Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division, Korea 1952-53.

Contact: Richard Crawford, e-mail r.j.crawford@att.net.

Allen, Sgt. Richard Earl

I am trying to help my Dad find a photo that was taken just before he went home from the service.  I hope that someone will be able to help me find it.  His name is Sgt. Richard Earl Allen and he served in 1956 in Denham, Germany in Bridge Company, 17th Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Armored Division.  He gave his money to a Sergeant Willis along with his address, but he never received his photo.  Can you help me?

Contact: Kathy Cangelosi, cangk@verizon.net. 

[Posted 4/19/06]

Alves, Henry

I am looking for an old friend I was in Korea with mainly in the 1955 era.  His name is Henry Alves of New York.  He was in the 24th Infantry Division, 21st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Battalion, Howe Co.  I've been trying for years to find him, but I don't have the right connection I guess.  I sure hope you can help me.  I'm sure he would know where some of the rest of the guys are.  Contact: Norman Harp at winner@dslextreme.com.

Anderson, John

I'm trying to trace a John Anderson who fought in the Korean War.  He was from Bronxville, New York.  His parents were Hermann and Judith.  Please let me know if you have any information on him. Contact: Maxine Finlay, maxfinlay@yahoo.ca.

Angerame, August

Please send me any information on August Angerame of the 68AAA Gun Battery that served in Korea.  He was a medic and some called him Doc.  Thank you.  I am his son, John Angerame.  Contact: angobay@msn.com.

Ashley, Billy W.

He served in the 3rd Division, 15th Regiment, D Company.  SFC Billy W. Ashley's last known address when he rotated home in 1953 was 309 Glover Street, Albertsville, AL.

Contact: KVetFamily@cs.com.

Augustyniak, Raymond

I am trying to compile a memories book for my father for Father's Day.  I was wondering if you might have any stories or pictures of my father Raymond Augustyniak.  I do have a few pictures and have gotten a little info off the Korean web site on a Google search.  I would certainly appreciate it if you might be able to help me out so I can honor my father as well as all the other servicemen who he fought with and/or gave their life for the Korean War.  I am humbly appreciative of the stories I have read/listened to and I know in talking with my father about his time in Korea, it seems so unfathomable and yet so vicious what each person has gone through. 

Contact: Jennifer Augustyniak Fielding, St. George, UT; ph. 435-652-9572; cell - 435-619-0836.

[Posted 4/28/05]

Bacon, George

I'm looking for a friend of my father's that he served with in the Korean War.  The name of the person is George Bacon.  The outfit was 1st Marine Division, 1st Battalion, Weapons Company.  George's MOS was 3300.  My father said he was from Oklahoma, but I don't know what part.  My father's name is James Carter, who is celebrating his 72nd birthday this coming next Monday.

Contact: Wendy Bauer, wendyc@shoesforcrews.com.

[Posted 8/24/05]

Baker, Duane Clayborn

My father, Duane Clayborn Baker, was in the Korean War.  He served in the Triple Nickel Field Artillery Unit "B" Battery of the 5th Regimental Combat Team in the 24th Division.  But they were also considered a "Bastard Outfit," meaning assignment could be to anyone.  He is looking for members of his outfit, "B" Battery.  He is also wondering if there is a reunion, when and where.  If you could provide us with any information, we would be grateful.

Contact: Richard D. Baker, Coon Rapids, IA.  E-mail altinc@pionet.net.

Baker, James Robert

I am looking for James Robert Baker who was in the first platoon, Baker Co., First Am Trac Battalion (dismounted).  we shared a hole in the ground on the MLR around the Injin and Han Rivers in the summer and fall of 1952.  He was from Reno but talked a lot about Idaho.

Contact: C.L. (Nellie) Nelson via the Korean War Educator lynnita@koreanwar-educator.org.

Ball, James G.

My dad was in the Korean War.  I would like to find some of his old buddies. His name is Sgt. James G. Ball, served 53-54 in the war in the 38th Regiment, 3rd platoon, Love Company, 2nd squad.

Contact: Lin Templeton ltempleton@pcdhomes.com.

Ballerino, Tom

My name is Larry Valecce from Philadelphia, PA.  I am looking for Tom Ballerino from Scuiate, MA.  He was in the 401st Army Harbor Craft Unit in Pusan, Korea, 1954.  Contact: Larry Valecce, 3177 E. Belgrade St., Philadelphia, PA 19134.  E-mail nana3177@aol.com.

Barnes, SFC John E.

My dad SFC John E. Barnes was in Quartermaster in 1950 and re-enlisted and was discharged MSgt. in 1953.  Not sure what unit he was assigned.  He has many photos of Yokohama, Japan and troops loading up onto C-47 transport to Korea.  He has two photos of the same three men: Tommy Marshall, Larry Leaueagh (? - handwriting hard to read.  Not sure of spelling of the last name.), and Noel Paggit.  Noel looks to be a corporal and is wearing a 3rd Division "Rock of the Marne" patch on his sleeve.  If you guys are out there, I'd love to hear from you.

Contact: Daphne (Barnes) Houze, daughter of John Barnes.  E-mail daphnept@earthlink.net.

[Posted 4/30/05

Beatty Donald Edward "Red"

I am trying to find out any information I can about my father, who served in the Korean War.  He was from Bridgeport, CT.  I would like to correspond with anyone who might have known my dad--someone who could give me insight into who he was as a person.  My parents were divorced.  Contact: Cynthia (Beatty) Stevko, Shelton, CT at stevko@sbcglobal.net.

Beatty, Jack

I am searching for anyone who has information about Jack Beatty.  He served with the Marines in Korea for several years.  He was from the 9th ward in Brooklyn, NY.  He was from the parish of St. Teresa of Avila, and returned to Brooklyn after the war.  He was severely disturbed from his experiences in the war from what I understand, and may have been medically sick after being bitten by rats during his service.  After returning home, he became unstable and was hospitalized in the VA psych hospital on Long Island several times.  He tried to escape there once by jumping out a window and he broke his leg.  He battled alcoholism and eventually my Dad (his brother) and the other siblings lost touch with him.  They had the state declare him dead in the late 1980s early 1990s.  I am a NYPD sergeant, and am seeking info from anyone who might have known him.  By all accounts, he was an amazing guy.

Contact: Mike Smithy.  E-mail equine13872003@yahoo.com.

[Posted 4/30/05]

Behrends, John Irvin

My dad is a Korean War veteran from Brownstown, IL.  His name is John Irvin Behrends and he served February 1951 to November 1952 in the Army with the 1st Cavalry, 8th Regiment, 4.2 Heavy Mortar Co.  He is interested in reunions or other events coming up.

Would you please e-mail me or send the information to him at John I. Behrends, RR1, Box 24, Brownstown, IL 62418.
Contact also: John D. Behrends at johnnyb_cubbie@hotmail.com.

Bertha, George E.

My father was in the Korean War in 1953.  What I can get from pictures, he was in the 19th Group, 185th Engineer Battalion.  His name was George E. Bertha. His rank was Corporal.  I'm trying to find out what part of Korea he fought in and the corps or division he was with.  I've searched as many sites as I know how to find.  If you can help me locate any information or tell me how to go about finding information, I would greatly appreciate it.

Contact: John E. Bertha berthathree@aol.com.

[Posted 11/14/06]

Bishop/Bischoff

Hello Lynnita. I am trying to help my brother locate his biological father for medical reasons. His father's name is Harold Bishop (bischoff?) who served at the 121st Evac Hospital at ASCOM somewhere around 1955-1963. Any information would be extremely helpful.

Thank you and keep up the great website!

L. Dawson
Mldawz@aol.com

[Posted 7/9/04]

Bloomer, Bill

There was a guy that I hooked up with in Korea whose name is Bill Bloomer. When I first met him he was a member of the tank crew on the tank that was on our hill "Barbed Wire Hill," but, somehow he became an Infantryman and he and I shared a lot of foxholes together. I would sure like to get in touch with him if it is at all possible, so, I am seeking your help in this matter.

Contact: C. V. (Chris) Christian, Dundalk, MD, e-mail chrisandsandi@msn.com.

[Posted 7/15/06]

Boler or Bohler, Sgt.

I am searching for Sgt. Boler or Bohler (I do not know how to spell his name, nor do I remember his first name.  I thought it was Sergeant.  Sgt. Boler was my Recon Sgt. when I was a Forward Observer with Battery "B", 69tyh F.A. Bn., 25th Infantry Division.  He taught this 2nd lieutenant more about Field Artillery than Ft. Sill ever did.  I am very, very sorry that I have not contacted him since he was my sergeant.  I wasin Korea with this unit from May 1952 to June 1953.  I actually was an FO from about August 1952 to December 1952.

My name is Ltc. Robert R. Ottis, USAR, Retired.
My e-mail is rrottis@att.net.
My Post Office Box is 36305, Houston, TX 77236.

Bolgar, Robert

I am looking for Robert Bolgar who served as part of a small Marine detachment aboard the USS New Jersey ship #BB62 during 1950-51.  Robert was believed to be from the Chicago, IL area at that time.  Raymond Lademan is searching for him because they were good friends and Robert saved Raymond's life and the lives of a lot of other men by picking up a live shore battery shell, carrying it across the deck, and throwing it overboard.  He was decorated with a commendation of valor for his heroism.

Raymond can be reached at 5584 Bullard Rd., Fento, MI 48430
ph. 810-632-7855 or at shirleym@usol.com.

Brinsko, George

Last known address Washington, DC area - originally from Weirton, WVa.  Robert E. Park is looking for George.

Contact: REPARK2@aol.com.

Briten, Jimmy

See Amerasian Search.

Brookover, Donald

We were with the 2nd Combat Engineers attached to the 38th Regiment.

Contact: Bob Coyle at Demo2191@wmconnect.com.

A.B. Brown

My wife is African-American and has been searching for her lost grandfather for some time. All she knows about him is that his name is A.B. Brown, that he served one tour in Korea as a private, that he lives (or lived) in California after returning from Korea, and that he was an inmate of Folsom Prison, convicted of murder, some time during the seventies.  I know it's a long shot, but you never know. My wife's maiden name is Marshal Glenn, her father's name was Phil Glenn and her mother was Earnestine Brown, born in Dallas, Texas, the daughter of A.B. Brown.

Contact: Telephone number on file in the KWE office.  Our e-mail address is rod_lewin@hotmail.com.  Thanks for any help you can give. - Rod and Marshal Lewin.

Brown, Larry

Searching for Larry Brown (middle initial unknown), approximately 66 or 67 years old.  Served in the Eighth Army in Korea during the period of 1961 and 62 in Battery F of the Fourth Missile Battalion at Moon Hak-dong near Inchon.  His parents were living in New Mexico during his tour in Korea.  He was an SP5 and was a security guard. He had a brother and sister.  I want to clarify the fact that my father was with my mother during the term of my pregnancy.  My mother also shared the fact that my father did hold me after I was born on January 10, 1962.

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Contact: Lynnita Brown (no relation), KWE, lynnita@koreanwar-educator.org.

[Posted 9/13/05]

Brown, Levorn L.

I am trying to locate Levorn L. Brown.  Levorn was a U.S. Marine assigned to the American Embassy in Saigon, Vietnam.

Contact:  Michael Bertini, P.O. Box 295, Jacksonville, NC 28541.

Bruhn, Herbert W.

There is someone I would like to find. Herbert W. Bruhn (was a PFC) in Sept of 52. He was with my husband in the 21st Med. Co in Camp Schimmelpfenning, Sendai, Japan  He was from Manning Iowa
Thanks, Carolyn Vernon. 

 [KWE Note: Just got off the phone with Herbert's nephew.  Herbert died in the Spring of 2003.  He was, indeed, from Manning, Iowa.  His wife died about three years before him.]

[Posted 11/05/04]

Brumfield, Harry Eugene

Looking for Harry Eugene Brumfield from Cincinnati, OH.  Last contact was around 1966.  We were stationed together in the 310th Fighter Bomber Squadron from 12/54 to 11/55.  K-2, Taegu and K-55, Osan.

Contact: Ray Peterson.  E-mail rayandpeach@comacast.net.

[Posted 4/30/05]

Buckley, Steven

Ms. Brown... my father (Willard H. Faucette) is searching for an army buddy from the Korean War. His name is Steven Buckley. He is not sure of a middle initial. They served together in Germany in the 53rd battalion, 83 Transportation Company from 1953-1954.  My father's hometown was Warrenton, N.C. while in the Korean War. He now resides in Henderson N.C. Any information that you could find on Mr. Buckley would be greatly appreciated. My father is interested in contacting him.

Daddy remembers him (Mr. Buckley) saying that he was from Malden, Mass., maybe the spelling for Malden is not correct. I am not familiar with the area.  Daddy thinks that he would be about 71 years old.

Thank you again for searching and we really appreciate the time that you spend.
Sandra Shearin - Whfaucette@aol.com

Calhoon, William C.

I am searching for anyone who may have known my father.  He served in the army and was a machine gunner.  His name is William C. Calhoon (from the western slope of Colorado).  I believe that he went into the Army in 1951.  I am very interested in his story and service records.  I would love to hear from anyone that knew and served with him.

Contact: Jesse Daughettee at mdaughetee02@comcast.net.

Candelario, Confessor "Bobby"

I have been looking for a buddy of mine that I met in Korea.  I have not seen or heard from him since I left Korea.  He was from Puerto Rico.  I don't remember what city he was from, but I think he might have been from San Juan.  I was in Puerto Rico three times and looked through phone books for him but to no avail.

His name was Confessor "Bobby" Candelario.  I was wounded in the morning of October 27, 1952 and he was wounded later on in the day.  I saw him in Charlie Med. Bat.  That was the last time we saw each other.

If I could get some information on how to locate someone I would appreciate it very much.  He would be part of the puzzle that I have lost and finding it would mean very much to me and my fellow Marines who were with me in Korea.

Contact: Ed Placko, 433 S. Wheeling, Oregon, OH 43616.

Carrano, James

I work for the USO of Illinois and am trying to find information about a James Carrano from the 724th TROB, stationed in Pusan, Kroea, in 1954.  Do you have any information about this individual?

Contact: Rhonda H. Hampton, Community Relations Director, USO of Illinois, Inc.
E-mail rhondahuso@attglobal.net.

Cartrett, John C.

Searching for John C. Cartrett, last known address was Galivants Ferry, South Carolina.  He and I were shipmates in the Navy on the USS Bolster, ARS38.  I gave my phone number to the Korean War Educator if John reads this message.

Contact: William C. "Sonny" Sinclair via the Korean War Educator.

[Posted 10/18/06]

Clark, Lawrence G.

Looking for Lawrence G. Clark, was with 224th Co. L 40 Div. in Feb. 52 and the same for Richard G. Love. Clark was from Michigan and Love was from KY.

Dwaine Loest of Wis. Was with L Co. 224th Reg. 40 Div.
Thank You, Dwaine
DAL226@webtv.net

Connor, Charles R.

Searching for information on Charles R. Connor of Nashville, TN.  Gerald E. Dively, Charles, and I were in Korea at the same time in 1954.  All three of us were TAD to NCO School Center from HQ Co HQ BN MT, 1st Marine Division.

Contact: Larry Barickman at lwbarickman@msn.com.

Corley, Sam

Chet Hutton is searching for Sam Corley.  In March of 1950, Chester E. Hutton was a 3rd class blowersmate aboard the U.S.S. Cavalier, U.S. Navy.  It was one of the first ships to enter the Korean Conflict.  Chet's best friend aboard the Cavalier was Sam Corley.  His first name may have been William or just Bill.  He only went by the name Sam.  Chet said that Sam was from Birmingham, AL, and would be around 70 years old today (2001).

Chet was born in Hales Bar, TN, but grew up in Hixson, TN just outside of Chattanooga, TN.  He is now 70 years old and fighting cancer and may not live long.  He told me that he sure would like to see his old buddy just one more time.  Corley was a mechanist's mate 3rd class.  When Chet left the Navy Sam was still aboard the Cavalier in April 1950.

Cowen, Sgt. Harry

I would like to connect with anyone who knew my father during the war.  His name was Sgt. Harry Cowen and he was in intelligence.  I'm trying to gather more information about his outfit, etc.

Contact: Allison Cowen.  E-mail: Junebugg61966@aol.com.

[Posted 3/19/05]

Darrah, Stephen H.

I am trying to help a friend of mine in finding members of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment. A Stephen H. Darrah in particular. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Contact Jo Lay, 3067 Co. Rd. 1422, Cullman, Al 35058; 256-734-0633; e-mail ejlay@yahoo.

[Posted 12/08/05]

Davidson, John Edwin Sr.

My name is John Edwin Davidson, Jr. and I am looking for my father. He served in the Army in Korea around my birth in 1966. I believe he left Korea and returned to the US before 1970 to Kansas. Do you have any resources to help find him? I am named after him so he is also John Edwin Davidson.

Contact: John Davidson.  E-mail davidson700@comcast.net.

Dawson, Donald L.

Looking for Donald L. Dawson who served in Korea with David Erbstoesser in 1963.  He was born in the State of Michigan in 1939.  He became a warrant officer after I got out in 1965.  He stayed in the Army.  We were in Korea together in C/7/2 in 1963.  He left there for Ft. Bliss in August 1963 and I left in December 1963.  Then we were both in B/6/56 in Ft. Bliss, TX.

Had contact with him at Manhattan, KS and was COW 2 APE NY also so he went to Germany.  I think this was late 1970s.  I think he married a woman named Betty from Michigan in 1965 or late 1964.  Was an SP-5 in Korea.  A Sgt. E-6 in Bliss, then Warrant Officer school.  I assume he is a retired officer now.

Contact: David Erbstoesser, 932 N. 15th St., Bismarck, ND 58501.
Ph. 701-223-5038.  E-mail erb1@bis.midco.net.

DeForge, David

My father is searching for David DeForge, last known residence was California.  They served together in the Army in Korea in the 7th Cavalry, 3rd Armored Division, land tanks.  Would appreciate any info.

Contact: rcadams59@adelphia.com.

[Posted 12/18/05]

Diamore, Robert

He was from the New York area.  We were in Korea September 1950 to 1951 stationed in Pusan.  We were in the 66th Army Postal Unit APO 973.

Contact:  Jimmy Krysztoforski at terrykriss@comcast.net.

Dickson, Howard "Howie" A.

I have attempted to locate a former Marine that I was stationed with in DC circa 1959 without success.  His name is Howard "Howie" A. Dickson, Jr.  Howie and I were assigned to the Marine Barracks, Ceremonial Guard Company, 8th &I, Washington, DC.  He was a member of the Body Bearers section and lived in Gloucester City, NJ at the time.  Howie is a W-M-64.  I believe he still lives in Camden County.

Contact: John T. Reim, ph. 856-364-4626.  E-mail jreim@aol.com.

Dingwall, David Jr.

Looking for David Dingwall, Jr., USAF from 1950-54.  He was from Newport, Rhode Island, but was born in Scotland while his parents were on a trip to that country.  Last known information about him was that he was working at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Martinsburg, WVa about fifteen years ago.

Contact: William W. Boyes, Jr. at Cwboyes@aol.com.

Dively, Gerald E.

Searching for Gerald, a former Marine from Altoona, PA.  He served in Korea in 1954 in a headquarters company.  His buddy Larry Barickman has been looking for him for years.  Contact Larry at lwbarickman@msn.com.

Dix, Charles

My father is getting ready to celebrate his 73rd birthday and he is very active in his branch of the Marine Corps League.  I am putting together a Marine Corps scrapbook for him and thought it would be nice to add, if I could, some e-mails or letters from people from his old unit.  He reported to Korea in 1951 to the 1st Regiment, 1st Battalion (then Baker Company), and Third Squad.  My dad's name is Charles Dix.

Contact: Alison Dix-Marks, alliedix2004@yahoo.com.

[Posted 9/13/05]

Doherty, Art

Does anyone remember me?  Is there a listing of Army units from September 20th to November 26, 1950 that were stationed at that time between Inchon and Seoul? I was there but am unable to remember what unit I was assigned to. When I arrived in Pusan January 1, 1951, I was transferred from the 226 HQHQ Ordinance to the 82nd Ordinance on January 3, 1951. My records were lost in the fire at St. Louis and I’m trying to recreate my records. Can you help me? Arthur Doherty

Contact: Art Doherty ajd2245@comcast.net

[Posted 1/13/07]

Dukes, Matthew D.

To whom it may concern: I am trying to retrieve replacement medals for my father, Matthew D. Dukes. Korean conflict recipient of both the Navy Cross and the Purple Heart. I have requested them from the Department of the Navy at St. Louis, but they say they have no records. I do not have a copy of the citation.  Help me please.

Contact: Mark L. Dukes, 966 Mulbury Mansion, Yukon, Oklahoma 73099.  Phone 405-350-6719 work 405-470-3201.

[Posted 10/12/05]

Duplantis, Wilbert Lee

My father is a Korean War veteran.  His name is Wilbert Lee Duplantis.  He was in Korea in 1951-1953.  His dog tag number is 54116148 US Army.  We are looking for some history with his name involved, as well as the ship that he came back home on, the USS William O'Darby.  If you served with my father, please contact us.

Contact: Michael G. Duplantis, e-mail mikeduplantis2003@yahoo.com.

[Posted 2/04/07]

Elrod, Robert J.

Searching for Robert J. Elrod, listed as one of the survivors of the Globemaster crash at Moses Lake, Washington, near the end of 1952.  I believe he was from Kentucky or Tennessee.

Contact: Notify Lynnita Brown, Korean War Educator, 217-253-4620 or e-mail lynnita@koreanwar-educator.org.

[Posted 9/08/05]

Engian, George

You helped me find a G.I. a while back.  Could you find a G.I. named George Enjian (not sure of the last name spelling).  He was in the Company 54/55 2224th I.D., 21st Inf. Reg., 2nd Bn. H Co.  He lived in Chicago back then.  I would really appreciate it if you could come up with something about my old buddy.

Contact: Norman Harp, winner@dslextreme.

Eubank

I am trying to find a soldier who saved my life.  I have very little information, but on the first attack on Heart Break Ridge, he was injured protecting me.  I lost contact with him and am interested in finding this man if he is still alive.  His last name was Eubank from North Carolina.  He is Caucasian.  After so many years, I've forgotten his first name.  We were in the 2nd Division, 23rd Infantry, "K" Company, 3rd Battalion.  My name is Freddie Williams (Black).

Contact: Freddie at Dessawil7354@aol.com.

[Posted 10/03/06]

Farrell, Eugene

I am trying to locate Eugene Farrell.  He was in the Marines around 1953.  He escorted my father's body home and I would love to be able to get in touch with him.  He was my father's best friend and they joined up together.  My mother requested that he escort my father's body home.

Contact: Dennis Mahoney, mahoney853@optonline.net.

[Posted 1/12/2007]

Farrell, William P. II

I am looking for information on my father-in-law, William P. Farrell II, who served and was given the Purple Heart for the Korean War.  All I know is that he served in the 45th Infantry, 179th Regiment, Regular Army.  My son is doing a report on him for ROTC class and my mother-in-law has no records or memories.

Contact: Donna Farrell, e-mail address BOPS506@comcast.net for any and all information.

[Posted 11/20/06]

Fields, Donald

I would like to contact a buddy named Donald Fields from West Virginia (I think).  We were in the HQ & HQ Company, 14th Infantry Regiment of the 25th Division.  The years were 1951 and 1952.  We were in contact for some time but due to many moves I lost his address.  If possible I would like to contact him once again.

E-mail G. Myers at gmyers3969@aol.com.

Fish, Robert

In doing a genealogy search, I find reference to a Robert Fish who served in the Navy during the Korean War.  He was from Dorchester (near Boston) Massachusetts.  Any information would be appreciated.

Contact: Kathy Colpas.  E-mail colpas1@comcast.net.

[Posted 4/30/05]

Garcia, Robert "Pancho"

I am trying to locate Robert "Pancho" Garcia. He was in the cavalry and possibly attached to a signal battalion in Germany in 1954. Robert may have been from Texas or Puerto Rico. He was known to hang out at the "Green Shack" with guys from the 34th Signal. Robert also knew where to find the mess hall. I can send a picture upon request. Thank you.  Pancho would now be around 80 years old.

Contact: Ed Taylor ohopej@comcast.net. 1-800-207-8226 EXT. 14

[Posted 7/08/06]

Gibson, John William

My grandfather John William Gibson from Deale, MD, fought in the Korean War and I would like to find information on him.  Like what was his mission, MOS, unit name, Etc.  He survived the war and was lucky enough to come home and enjoy the rest of his life. 

Contact: Sarah Zwobata.  E-mail sarahzwobata@hotmail.com.

[Posted 4/30/05]

Gomez, SGT

I am trying to find Sgt. Gomez who was with me on the machine gun when we ran the road block at Kunu-ri when the Chinese cut us off.  We were in Battery A, 17th Field Artillery.

Contact: William H. Brown, wmbrown@caprock-spur.com.

Gotterup, Paul

I am trying to locate an Air Force buddy, Paul Gotterup. He and I were stationed at Larson AFB, Moses Lake, Washington. He lived in the US Virgin Islands. This would have been in 1952-1954 when I was discharged. Hershel H. White, Fort Smith. AR hwhite4269@sbcglobal.net.

FOUND VIA THE KWE ON SAME DAY POSTED.  Poul Gotterup lives in Brooksville, Florida.

[Posted 2/20/06]

Green, William

Last known address was Alabama.  He was assigned to the Medical Detachment, 72nd Tank Battalion, at Ft. Lewis, WA and Korea from May 1949 to 1951.

Anyone with information about him please contact:
Edward L. James at 817-596-4234 or online at cw4james321@charter.net.

Griffin, James

Served in Korea in 1953 with Dog/2/11, 1st Marine Division.  At that time, James was from Meadville, PA.  Kelly Ruid from Hayward, Wisconsin is looking for James.

Contact Kelly through norwoods@cheqnet.net.  [Submitted by Ron Drews.]

Guertin, Robert

I am searching for C-1-1 Marine Robert Guertin who used to live in Sawyer, MN.

Contact: Lynnita Brown at lynnita@koreanwar-educator.org.

Hahn, Harold

See A9 - Buddy Search - Amerasian on the KWE.

Harper, Alford H.

If there is anyone out there who might know my dad, please contact him.  He was in the USAF and was a POW of the Korean War.  He is now 72 years old and not in real good health.  He has tried for a long time to reconnect with some of the people he served with.

Contact: Alford H. Harper, 267 Murphy Road, Meridian, MS 39301.

Hart, Lee

My name is Gailman Seward.  I was a Marine in the Korean War.  I was in the 1st Regiment, 2nd Battalion, Fox Co., Hill 749 & 884, 60 mm mortar platoon, 3rd squad gunner assigned to the 3rd platoon.  I served with the Fox Co. from the first part of August 1951 to the first part of July 1952.  I was with the 11th Replacement Draft.

I am looking for Lee Hart and these men who served with me at that time.  They were in the same group.  I do not remember most of their first names: Van Thull (not even sure of the correct spelling).  I was told he might be in Wisconsin, but do not know.  There was a Muller and a Shecktor.  I would love to find these guys.  I used to be from California all my life but I met a gal and am living in Iowa.

Any information on them would sure be appreciated.

My home address is Gail Seward, 157 Westview Dr. N., Rockwell, Iowa 50469.
My phone number is 1-641-8232-3152 and our e-mail is fefe@netins.net.

Hart, Thomas Jefferson (TJ)

I am searching for a buddy that I served with in Korea from August 1951 to July 1952.  I served with I-3-7, 1st Division, machine gun platoon, U.S. Marine Corps.  I would like to hear from anyone who knows the whereabouts of Thomas Jefferson Hart from Yonkers, New York, better known as TJ Hart.  I am known as Okie Jones.  The only thing I knew about TJ was that his parents ran a deli in Yonkers.

Contact: James A. Jones, 405-483-5562, P.O. Box 48, Union City, OK 73090.

[Posted 10/25/06]

Hawkins, John Wesley

I am trying to locate a former POW who was in Camp 2 with me.  John Wesley Hawkins' home was 319 N. Horn St., West Frankfort, IL.  His nickname was "The Judge."  He was last seen after the reparation in September of 1953.  I have tried numerous ways to contact him, but no success.  Any information you can furnish would be appreciated.

Contact: Jesse M. Snyder snyderj@acsworld.com.

Henley, Henry McArthur

I am doing a search for my boss.  He would like to find Henry McArthur Henley who served in the Korean War.  My boss is Bill L. Carpenter, 1st Corps, 7th Division.

Also, are there any reunions?

Contact: Kathy Penwell at tammpykash@hotmail.com.

Hoard, Cpl. Keith O.

I am trying to locate people who may have served in Korea with my father.  His name is Cpl. Keith O. Hoard and he was a cook in the Korean War from 1951 to 1953.  He was with Company B, 378 Engineer Combat Battalion.  He also went to cook school in Tokyo.  Some of the men's names on dad's photos are the Ford twins (he has a photo of a birthday cake he made for them), Adams who went to cook school in Japan with my father, Rodell and Smith and Stevens who went to cook school in Tokyo with Dad, Corporal Norris, Headlocke, Fienne, Sremmier, Bellette, Willette, Jarmillo Albecury (was in Camp Chaffee with Dad and they went to Japan for five days rest together) from New Mexico, John Misturack from Deslage, MO (also a cook in Korea), Garrison, Sgt. Thompson and Cp. Thompson, Camp Chaffee, Sgt. Gritter, Kim, Koptae, John KPs in Korea, Peewee, Kim Kat Toe, Song Kan (chun) yool, and a washboy named Hickman (Koreans).

On one of his certificates it says: Most significant duty assignment - Co B 378th ECB APO 301; Service Schools - Tokyo, Japan Food Service School 22 Nov 1951 to 19 Jan 1952; Major courses - cook.  On one menu giving thanks to all those in his command was signed Harry D. Hoskins, Lt. Col. Commanding.  Dad's active duty card says he was active from 7 June 1951 to 1 May 1953.  It is signed by R.P. Shepard 2nd Lt., Armor.  I imagine some of the names on the photos are misspelled.  Dad probably wrote the name as it sounded.

Contact:  hamilton@atcjet.net.  I can put them in touch with Dad.

[Posted 9/07/05]

Hoffman, Robert

I am looking for Robert Hoffmann that was in Korea in 1954.  He was also in Pirmasens in 1955-1956.  My mother Erika Menges had twin girls by him.

Contact: Jutta Menges, jalden1@socal.rr.com.

[Posted 11/09/07]

Houchins, Carl

I am trying to find information on my grandfather, Carl Houchins, who passed away before I was born. I do not know anything about his time in Korea; however, I have a picture of him with three other men in front of a sign that reads: Headquarters, Second Battalion, 31st Infantry and some of his patches which I learned were from the 31st Infantry.

The picture was taken January 5, 1950.  This would put him just a few weeks shy of his 19th birthday.  I know that he joined the military when he was 17.  I also know that my grandfather was wounded and sent back to the States.

I am hoping that someone out there knows who he was and would be willing to share any memories or stories about him.

I can be contacted at AshleyDini@hotmail.com.

Iverson, John J.

Trying to find my cousin's biological father. His name is John J. Iverson and would be about 75 yrs old today. The only information we have is that he (John) was in the Marine Corps and was stationed at Camp Pendleton, in Southern California. He served in Korea.  It is believed that he left for Korea sometime in 1953.  My cousin was conceived about March-April 1953. Also, John was stationed at a Nuclear Testing Site in New Mexico. Not sure of those dates. I was told he was a Lieutenant. It is also believed that he was from Iowa and his parents still lived there in the 1950's. My cousin's mother is now deceased.  No further information can be found. His mother had a sister who married a man from Camp Pendleton who might of known John Iverson but that couple are also deceased. My uncle had a friend when he was stationed at Camp Pendleton whose name was George Livingston who was injured in Korea. His leg was permanently injured and amputated. George might have know more about John J. Iverson, but I'm not sure if George is still alive. My Aunt had a best friend named Tory who lived in Lake Elsinore, Calif. She would have info on John J. Iverson. His nickname was "Jack."  Please, if you know anything write to me.

Contact: Kristin Jacobs 741 Rye Ave., La Habra, California 90631 or email me at mommyoftriplets3@earthlink.net.  Thank you.

Isaac, J.W.

Searching for J.W. Isaac, who served with me in 1952 in a Heavy Weapons Platoon of the 40th Division.  He was an Afro-American from Little Rock, Arkansas.

Contact: Samuel Harvey Merritt, Goodyear, Arizona, through Lynnita Brown at the Korean War Educator lynnita@koreanwar-educator.org.

[Posted 11/27/04]

Johnson, Doug

Looking for Doug Johnson from Washington State.  See Buddy Search by Group - KMAG.

Johnson, Neil R.

Serial number US51-167-514-1812.  He was in the 7th Infantry Division in Korea.  He returned to New York in the last part of 1953 or first part of 1954.  He married a girl named Elsie, I believe.  I took this information from Headquarters, 8057th AU Replacement Battalion APO 971 special orders number 5, 19 April 1953.

Contact: Harold Smith at smith13032@msn.com.

Johnston, Peter F.

Hello: Peter F Johnston received purple heart in March of 1953 at Bunker Hill. Where can we go to get more info on friends/fellow soldiers etc.?

Contact: Pat Johnston.  E-mail patj@whidbey.com.

Jorgensen, Lester

I am looking for a PVT. Lester Jorgensen who was in the Army during World War II. He is in a photo of the American Red Cross World War II commemorative calendar dated March, 1945, Germany. The calendar was printed in 1995. He is listed to be from Grand Junction, Colorado (no other information).  He is wearing a Combat Infantry Badge.  I was wondering if there is a web site for C.I.B. Awardees?? I have been looking for those that are featured in the calendar for three years, along with the Korean War Calendar people. Looking at the photo for the 1,000th time (?) I noticed him wearing the C.I.B. and thought it might be the way I could contact him or a relative. Whenever I find someone or a family member, I have the photo made 8x10, framed and sent to a Red Cross Chapter close to them for presentation.

Contact: John Roberts, Volunteer, Heart of Tennessee Chapter, American Red Cross, Murfreesboro, Tennessee.  E-mail ginger1997@bellsouth.net.

Judd, Fred

I am looking for Fred Judd.  I think he was from Boston, MA.

If you know of him, please contact me:
Jack C. Walker at WalkJck@netscape.net.
Thanks and Semper Fi!

Kelling, Earl

See Buddy Search by Group - 333rd Engineer Pipeline Company.

Kelsey, William Ralph "Jack"

Desiring information on daddy...

Looking for any info... he was a prisoner of war in Korea for over a year, brought out to Salvation Army on a stretcher at 80 lbs.  I am his daughter and looking to find the story he couldn't bring himself to tell his children.  Being the wife of a Vietnam vet I would like to fill in the blanks.  Any leads to follow would be of great help.

Daddy has since passed and I believe it would be a tribute his grandson should be aware of.

Thanks.  Please forward any leads to Janice Heesch at heeschhomes@bledsoe.net

Kennedy, John

Searching for John Kennedy who was with the 15th Infantry Battle Patrol.

Contact: Don Booth at DonandPat1964@aol.com.

Kim, Kap Chang

My father has a friend whose father was drafted by U.S. military during the Korean War.  The approximate date of his draft is November 1952.  His name is Kim, Kap Chang and was a part of 8240.  His birth date is September 22, 1925.  Mr. Kim may still be alive.  People who served with Mr. Kim who are still alive say that Mr. Kim is deceased.  Mr. Kim's son is wondering whether the US military can verify the death of Mr. Kim.  Please let me know where I could obtain such verification.

Contact: Myung K. Oh myungkeun@inmyung.us.

[Posted 1/21/07]

Kramer, James & George William Wilson

My father served with the 44th Engineer & Construction Battalion from March 1952-March 1954 in Korea. He has never talked much about the war, but recently while researching family history for a genealogy, I was asking him some questions that must have brought up some memories. Later he asked me if I could get on the computer and find out about the ship that he returned home on (USS Buckner).  I told him that I had found a bit of info but needed some info from him to get anything more detailed. Today he asked me if "I could find people" on the computer, I told him that I could find just about anything that he wanted to know. He said he'd like to know what ever happened to "his buddy" from Pennsylvania. The name I am searching for is James Kramer.  My father said he was pretty sure when they returned home from Korea that he was living in Reading, PA. They returned to Camp Kilmer in New Jersey. Please let me know if you can find anything. Here is my father's info: Left from Seattle, WA and returned to Camp Kilmer, NJ. George William Wilson--he served with the 44th Eng. & Construction Battalion as a Sgt. (He mentioned that it was either the 6th or 8th, I'm not sure what that refers to, maybe the Division?) from March 1952-March 1954. He turned 76 this May. He lives in Ohio. Thank you for your help.

Contact: gregquaker17@aol.com.

[Posted 9/01/08]

Lane, J. D.

I am searching for any of my buddies from our Korean War outfit.  Time has taken its toll on my memory.  The only name I can remember is J.D. Lane.  I think his first name was Jerry, but to his buddies he was JD.  He was from Sweet Water, TX.  He served with me in the 567th Ammunition Supply Sqdn in Korea from October 1950 to February 1952.  Our mission was getting ammo to the forward air strips and the front lines.

Many times we found ourselves at or behind enemy lines in the effort to deliver ammo where it was needed most.  I saw action in five battles, was wounded once, and scared to hell hundreds of times.

Now at seventy, failing health, I have been tortured for fifty years about a little Korean girl.

[See Richard Cooper's story on the KWE's Memoirs page.]

Contact: Richard W. Cooper, richhazel@juno.com.

FOUND THROUGH THE KWE!

Lasich, Earl L. "Lash"

I am trying to find out information or people who knew my father when he was in the Korean War.  His name is Earl L. (Lash) Lasich, born in Michigan in 1929.  He served in the Marine Corps from 1948-1964.  He was in Korea from November 1952 through 1953 with the 3rd Amphibious Tractor Battalion.  Any information about buddies or about that battalion would be greatly appreciated.

Contact: Suzanne Lasich, Yuma, AZ; phone 928-920-5660.

[Posted 10/03/06]

Lentz, Robert

Last known address Anchorage, Alaska.  Originally from California.

Robert E. Park is looking for you.

Contact: REPARK2@aol.com.

Lewis, Robert

Looking for a black army vet named Robert Lewis.  All I know about him is that he served in Ft. Dix, New Jersey in 1949-1950.  He was from Pennsylvania and should be around 75 years of age today.  Where do I start looking?

Contact: Marta Dieguez at fl.marta@gmail.com.

[Posted 6/27/06]

Lipscomb, Stuart Lee

I am looking for anyone who remembers my father, Stuart Lee Lipscomb, in the fifth cavalry.

Contact: Jo Ann Pichan at jop@ifriendly.com.

Liptay, A1C Albert Joseph

I am searching for anyone who may have served with or known my father, A1C Albert Joseph Liptay, possibly known as A.J. or "Lippie."  I know he served from November 27, 1950 through November 28, 1954, and was from Chicago, Illinois.  He was only 18 to 22 years old during that time.  He served in the Air Force but I do not know what unit as he never spoke about the war.  Any info, pictures, et. would be greatly appreciated.  And a HUGE thank you and God Bless You to all our brave veterans!! 

Contact: Mary.  E-mail address is jkamb7@yahoo.com. 

[Posted 4/30/05]

Loll, Terry

Anyone remember me--Terry Loll--Master Sergeant--1811--USMC--Retired.  I spent time in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Tank Battalions 1969 through 1989.  Would be good to hear from anyone who knew me.

Contact: Terry Loll, TerryNTori@npgcable.com.

[Posted 4/19/06]

Love, Richard G.

Looking for Richard G. Love, was with 224th Co. L 40 Div. in Feb. 52 and the same for Lawrence G. Clark. Clark was from Michigan and Love was from KY.

Dwaine Loest of Wis. Was with L Co. 224th Reg. 40 Div.
DAL226@webtv.net

Thank You.
Dwaine

Lubitz, Lyman

I am looking for Lyman, who was from New York City.

Contact: Robert Park, REPARK2@aol.com.

McAilland, Robert J. (or could be McCilland)

We were in Parris Island at Boot Camp in February 1953, Platoon 76.  Last known address of Robert was R.D. #4, West Low Road, North East, PA.

Please contact Larry Barickman at lwbarickman@msn.com.

McAllister, Russell

I am trying to locate my father's best friend he served with in the Korean War.  His name is Russell McAllister, but I'm not sure of the spelling of his last name.  They served in the Army.

My dad (Guadalupe Sanchez Ybarra of Fillmore, CA) named me after him.  He has not seen him since they were discharged.  Any assistance you can give me will be greatly appreciated.

Contact: Michael Russell Ybarra at runwild@cut.net. 

McConnell, Hugh E.

My grandfather, Hugh E. McConnell was a Korean War Veteran.  He passed away October 12, 1990. I have old letters and little information. I know he earned a Bronze Star, and he was injured in the line of duty. I only have a few details, but I'm eager to piece together this part of my family history.

The reason my family has so little information is that he was an only child and he conceived no children biologically--for reasons related to the duty injury. He came home and married my widowed grandmother, who was 31 with two small boys. He raised them as his own and I was his only grandchild. You can imagine how I was spoiled.

With a four-year-old of my own, I would like to be able to tell my son more about the man who raised me. Some of the letters were lost before I received what was left--and I am tracking down others who knew him. Right now, I know he came home around January/February 1953 by way of Japan.

In any direction you could send me would be greatly appreciated. I've just begun this search.

Contact: Amy Hallman, P.O. Box 502, Huntersville, NC 28078.  E-mail amytyler@adelphia.net.

[Posted 10/12/05]

McDonald, Larry

Searching for Larry McDonald from Kanab, Utah.  See Buddy Search by Group - KMAG.

McPharlin, James (Jim)

I'm actually searching for anyone who may have known my father, James or Jim McPharlin. He was stationed in Kyoto, Japan during the Korean War after getting sick with appendicitis on his way to the region. His rank, I believe, was a corporal and he worked in an army office there. I'd like to get into contact with anyone who may have known him. I'll be in Japan for the month of April with my husband and son and we are planning to visit Kyoto. If there is anyone around who knew him and has memories of their time together during the war I'd be very interested in hearing them.

Contact: Molly McPharlin.  The best way to reach me for the next month is at this email address - mollymcpharlin@hotmail.com.

[Posted 3/28/07]

Main, LeRoy R.

My father is looking for a friend. His name is LeRoy R. Main.  This man's wife's name was Nora. If there is any way for my dad to reconnect with this gentleman, he would greatly appreciate it as he served as best man when this man married his wife. My father believes he may have been in the 24th Division. My father was in the 1st Cav. My father's name is Leroy Salsbury. Mr. Main grew up in North Stonington, CT.  His wife was from Texas.

Contact: Barb Robinson, e-mail Rrbnsn677@aol.com.

[Posted 4/21/05]

Mahoney, Emmett

Searching for anyone who has information about Emmett Mahoney who served in Korea in the 223rd Infantry Regiment, Co. D, 40th Infantry Division.  He was in Korea from January of 1952 until September 1952.

Contact: Danny Mahoney, mahones32@yahoo.com.

[Posted 1/21/07]

Major, James

Lynnita, my name is Johnita Major Moore. I ran across your name and e-mail address when I was searching for my uncle. The following is the information that I have on him:

Name: James Major
DOB: 02-11-34
Branch of service: US Navy
Last known to be in California

My father, John Major, is his twin brother. He served in the US Marine Corps.  I am 35 years old, and have never even seen him. I would like to locate him. If you can help me, I would greatly appreciate it.

Thank you.
Johnita Major Moore
johnita_68@hotmail.com

Marshall, Robert I.

I have been searching for Robert Marshall for several years. He was a platoon leader and briefly Company Commander of G Company, 15th Inf., 3ID in late 1951 and early 1952.  I was also a platoon leader and later his Exec Officer.  He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War.  His address at the time he entered (was recalled) the service:

Robert I. Marshall
800 6th Avenue N
Great Falls, Mont

Contact: Pat O'Connor, dagvet@closecall.com.

[Posted 11/22/05]

Marshall, Tommy

See Barnes, SFC John E.

[Posted 4/30/05]

Mason, Merle

Searching for Merle Mason, an A/2C who was with William (Bill) Massey (my Dad) the night they found and rescued a little girl in January 1953.  The article was in Stars and Stripes July 17, 1953. 

Contact: Anne Bauer mtwriter@mt.net, 406-449-0019, 517 6th Ave., Hewlena, MT 59601.

Mederois, Everett

CMSgt Lee H. Chalifour, USAF Ret., is interested in finding whatever information he can on TSgt or MSgt Everett Mederois from Fall River or New Bedford, MA.

Last known information was that he was a radio/sound drop personnel on a B-29 mission.  Personal contact between Lee and Everett was lost while they were both in service in WWII.  Sgt. Everett Mederois may have been killed on a flight, but that information was never verified.

Contact: Lee Chalifour through his wife, Mary L. Chalifour (Lt Col., USAF Ret).
E-mail tigerlily@tnh.net.

Melton, James

I am looking for James Melton of Grand Junction, CO in October 1947, basic Ft. Ord, CA then school at Ft. Dix, NJ.

Contact: Milt Grismore at mdgrismore@earthlink.net.

Melvin, Roger

I took basic training with Roger in Camp Roberts, California.  We went to the Far East together on the USS Meigs.  Took CBR training in Gifu, Japan, together.  Went to the second platoon of C Company of the 32nd Regiment in the 7th Infantry Division.  Transferred together to Headquarters Company of the 7th Division forward and rotated and came home on the same ship.

Rogers' home was in Redondo Beach, CA (I think on Ruhland Drive).  I think his middle initial was M.

Contact: Clyde Napier at cmnapier@netins.net.

Miller, David

Looking for David Miller who was from Alabama.  See Buddy Search by Group - KMAG.

Miller, Pfc. John

Last known from Minor Hill, TN.  He was assigned to the Medical Detachment, 72nd Tank Battalion, at Ft. Lewis, WA and Korea from May 1949 to 1951.

Anyone with information about him please contact:
Edward L. James at 817-596-4234 or online at cw4james321@charter.net.

Mitchell, Edward E.

I am looking for Edward E. Mitchell, known as "Mitch."  I went through boot camp with him, spent the next year and a half with him at Camp Pendleton.  We went to Korea together in a flight draft in August 1952 and were assigned to different outfits.  I was in D-2-1 and I believe he was in the 5th Marines.  He was badly wounded in November 1952, lost a lung, I believe, and returned stateside.

He was formerly from Birmingham, AL area and returned to that area after his discharge in February 1954.  His serial number was #1162077.  He was stationed at Brooklyn Navy Yard and then at Parris Island prior to his discharge.

I now live in AL in retirement and have been looking for him since 1954.  I believe he is receiving disability payments for his wounds.  We were best of buddies and I would really like to find him and determine his whereabouts.  I'm sure he would be happy to see me as well.  If he is deceased, I would like to know that as well and if he leaves any family.  I have several pictures of him which I would send to his family.

Semper Fi, Sgt. Robert D. Howard, ret.
Contact: rdhoward@alaweb.com.

Montero, Jose

Searching for information on Jose Montero, soldier of the 65th Infantry of Puerto Rico.

Contact: Nancy Montero Negron.  E-mail: NMontero@act.dtop.gov.pr.

Morris, Robert S.

Hi, I enlisted in the USMC-V (one year enlistment) in 1948. Another recruit, Robert S. Morris was in my boot camp platoon, #242 and graduated with me. We both went on to Camp Lejeune, NC. I went to a Disbursing School and He went to clerical school.

I was recalled in October, 1950 and assigned to Marine Barracks, Camp Lejune, NC, where I worked with then Sgt., then SSGt Robert S. Morris until 1952 when I was released.

Now I am trying to communicate with him. He was a career Marine. I have no idea where he might be, possibly deceased. I believe he was born in Rhode Island. He was in my wedding party in 1951.
Please help in trying to locate him.

I reside at 4182 W 16th Square, Vero Beach, Fl., 32967
Phone 772-299-1970
Email: Defjp@aol.com

Thanks, Phil DeFranco last military rank, Sgt, USMC

Morrissey, Richard J.

Looking for my father Richard J. Morrissey.  My mother passed last year and would not give us much information about him except that he was a veteran of the Korean War and around the early 1960s spent time in a VA hospital in Rhode Island.

Contact: Kevin Morrissey, ph. 781-726-1705 (cell).

[Posted 08/13/07]

Murolo, Salvatore

My uncle was in the Korean War at the Chosin Reservoir.  I have paper work that shows a Silver Star should have been awarded to him.  I am trying to finish something that was started by his son three years ago before he was killed in an accident.  I am requesting an appointment so that I can get some help from Congressman Bishop.  My uncle's name is Salvatore Murolo.  He lives in South Setauket.  He was awarded the Purple Heart 48 years later.  Please help the six surviving Marines  of Hill 1520.

Contact: Sal Saporito.  Ph. 631-765-5015.

Murphy, Pat

My Dad is looking for a 41st Royal Marine that he met at either a POW or Chosin Few reunion here in the States.  To quote my Dad, "He's quite a guy who I met at one of our reunions some years ago."  I would love to help them reconnect.  His last known address was: 41-10980 Westdowne Road, Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1X3. Some details from my dad are below:

 I was in B Company, 31st Regiment, 7th Division.  The Brit I am looking for--Pat Murphy--was a 41 Commando, British Royal Marines, Drysdale.  I believe he was a colonel with 41.  We also had US Marines with us, but I can't remember which company. We were all part of "Task Force Drysdale", formed at Koto-ri on 11/28 or 11/29/1950 to open the road from Koto to Yudamni where the Chinamen had surrounded the Marines at the Chosin Reservoir.  We cleared several road blocks that the Chinamen had set up, but about 8 or 9 miles up, our lead vehicles were destroyed, effectively blocking further advance.  I was beside Pat Murphy for some time on the night of the 29th, then was separated from him and was captured on 11/30.  I never heard of Murphy again as Chinamen separated Brits from Americans.  I do not know if he was captured, but I believe he was. 

The 7th Division and US Marines landed at Inchon, North Korea, on 9/15/50.  We went from there to Suwon, Seoul, and then back to Pusan, where we boarded boats and landed at Iwon in North Korea, went up the peninsula to the east side of the Chosin Reservoir, and the border between either North Korea and china or Russia, Vladivostok, maybe, then back to Hungnam where we had Thanksgiving dinner.  Then to Koto-ri where we hooked up with George Company of the 3rd Marine Battalion and formed Task Force Drysdale under the command of Lt. Col. Douglas B. Drysdale.

Contact: Katie Kaiser at katie@catalystevents.com.

Ogden, George

My father was in the Korean war. I am looking for someone who he knew named George Ogden. My dad's name is Herman Douglas Ponder (Doug). He was in the 15th infantry regiment, 3rd division, company M. Does anyone know someone from the same division? I'm not even sure if I am searching correctly for this. My father's time in Korea was in 1952. I believe George Ogden was from Montana (possibly Trout Creek, Montana). If anyone can help with this search, I would appreciate it. Or if anyone else knows someone from the same company, I would like to know.

Contact: Cpc38c@aol.com.

Okrend, Cy

Cy was from New York City.  Robert E. Park is searching for him.

Contact: REPARK2@aol.com.

O'Steen, Lt. Earnest

I am looking for Lt. Earnest O'Steen, U.S. Army, bronze star in Korea, from Ocala, FL.  Last known assignment was at Ft. Bragg, NC in the 505th AIR in 1954.  Lt. Don LaPorte, USAF, would like to get in contact again.

E-mail dclaporte@webtv.net.

Outlaw, Thomas W.

My name is Gilbert L. Smith.  I was released before the war broke out, but my buddy Thomas W. Outlaw stayed in the Army.  We were paratroopers and the last time I talked to him was around Christmas.  He was from Plant City, Florida and I have not been able to find him or find out whether he made it out of Korea.  If you know his location or if he was one of the casualties I would appreciate knowing.

Contact: Gilbert Smith, e-mail topsysmith5@aol.com or Mmgarello@aol.com.

Paige, Joshua

My dance teacher, Felix Chavez, served in the Navy in the Marshall Islands in 1954.  He would like to get in touch with a friend of his, Joshua Paige.  I believe he said Mr. Paige was from the Midwest.  While in the Navy, Felix got into boxing, and Mr. Paige was his trainer.  Mr. Paige trained him to be South Pacific Middleweight Boxing Champion that year, along with a couple of other men whom he trained to be champions that year.

Contact: Renee Zajac.  E-mail reneejoan1421@yahoo.com

Paggit, Noel

See Barnes, SFC John E.

[Posted 4/30/05]

Park, Lt. Col. Edna K.

I am looking for any individuals that may have known or worked with Lt. Col. Edna K. Park ("Aunt Edna"). She was with the 8055, 43rd. M.A.S.H. in Korea from 1953-1954.

Contact: H. Jean Sinal at indianabat@hotmail.com.

[Posted 10/25/06]

Patch, David

My father Arlus Miracle served in Korea in 1953 (Army).  He would like to find David Patch, whom he was very close to.  He is said to be from Colorado.  Any information would help so much.  Thank you. [FOUND BY THE KWE! - David lives in Florence, Colorado.

Contact: Donna Miracle at amiracles54@aol.com.

[Posted 8/23/06 - Found 8/23/06]

Paterson, John

Looking for Korean vet John Paterson.  I know very little about John Paterson except that I am sure that he stopped in France before he went to Korea because he is my dad.  That was in 1950.  To help in my research, I am also looking for units that went in France before Korea.

Contact: Johnny Deslandes at jdl@mail.pf.

Preston, W. J. "Jim"

My Dad is looking for a 41st Royal Marine that he met at either a POW or Chosin Few reunion here in the States.  To quote my Dad, "He's quite a guy who I met at one of our reunions some years ago."  I would love to help them reconnect.  His last known address was: 41-10980 Westdowne Road, Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1X3. Some details from my dad are below:

 I was in B Company, 31st Regiment, 7th Division.  The Brit I am looking for--Pat Murphy--was a 41 Commando, British Royal Marines, Drysdale.  I believe he was a colonel with 41.  We also had US Marines with us, but I can't remember which company. We were all part of "Task Force Drysdale", formed at Koto-ri on 11/28 or 11/29/1950 to open the road from Koto to Yudamni where the Chinamen had surrounded the Marines at the Chosin Reservoir.  We cleared several road blocks that the Chinamen had set up, but about 8 or 9 miles up, our lead vehicles were destroyed, effectively blocking further advance.  I was beside Pat Murphy for some time on the night of the 29th, then was separated from him and was captured on 11/30.  I never heard of Murphy again as Chinamen separated Brits from Americans.  I do not know if he was captured, but I believe he was.

The 7th Division and US Marines landed at Inchon, North Korea, on 9/15/50.  We went from there to Suwon, Seoul, and then back to Pusan, where we boarded boats and landed at Iwon in North Korea, went up the peninsula to the east side of the Chosin Reservoir, and the border between either North Korea and china or Russia, Vladivostok, maybe, then back to Hungnam where we had Thanksgiving dinner.  Then to Koto-ri where we hooked up with George Company of the 3rd Marine Battalion and formed Task Force Drysdale under the command of Lt. Col. Douglas B. Drysdale.

Contact: Katie Kaiser at katie@catalystevents.com.

Renison, William

I'm looking for a Korean War buddy by the name of William Renison. We were in Korea with the 24th Division, Koje-do Island and Yangu Valley, 1953 and 1954. I have a vague recollection that he was from Whittier California. That may not be correct however.

Contact: Jeremiah Adams at adams5939@charter.net.

[Posted 11/27/04]

Riffle, Herbert

I'm trying to find Herbert Riffle.  He was born 1931-1933, not too sure of date but he was from the mining section of West Virginia.  He was in the Marine Corps.  If you can help, it would be greatly appreciated.

Contact: Mona Faricloth at MonaAber007@aol.com.

Ritchie, S/Sgt. Billy

My name is Roger Davis and I was an original member of the 714th TROB that left Ft. Eustis, VA in July 1950 going to Korea.  I was with C company, and I was one of the ones who was selected to go on advanced part.  The rest of the guys came over by ship.  There was a sergeant who was in charge of us, but I have forgotten his name.  He was a bug guy and quite tall.  I was selected because I had been stationed in Korea in 1948 during the occupation and went to Japan in 1949 stationed with the 3rd TMRS until April 1950 and then went back to the States.  That's how I wound up at Ft. Eustis.  We flew over to Japan and stayed at Camp Drake for a couple of days and then over to Pusan where our main headquarters was set up.  I stayed with the 714th until April 1951 and I was transferred to the 2nd Infantry Division with a couple of more guys.  I saw action on Bloody Ridge and Heartbreak Ridge before coming back to the States.

My main reason for writing this is one of my good friends by the name of Billy Ritchie was also with the 714th in Pusan and probably stayed there his whole tour.  He was a Staff Serge4ant at the time.  He was from a small town in Kentucky across the river from Ohio.  I have been trying to find him all these years but have not had any luck.  Can you give me any advice as to what to do?  He was born in November 1929, I think.  I know this is not much info, but it is all I have.  I know a lot of years have gone by and a lot of these guys are deceased by now.

Contact: Roger Davis at Red01932@aol.com.

Rodriguez, Joe

My Dad (Raymond Peters) served in the Korean War from 1951-52 in the 25th Signal Company/25th Infantry Division. I would like to help him find his buddy – Joe Rodriguez – who also served in the same unit. I would appreciate any information or resources you can give me to find Joe.

Contact Raelene Hunter.  E-mail rae@wfcronk.com.

Rodriguez, Jose "Joe"

I am looking for a Jose "Joe" Rodriguez from Puerto Rico who served in the 7th Infantry Division, 707 Ordnance, A Company, for my father Sgt. Pedro G. Salas.  Please e-mail me with any information.

Contact: Pedro G. Salas Jr.  E-mail salas-pedro@sbcglobal.net.

[Posted 1/26/07]

Rounds, David

I am trying to locate a Korean War buddy (or his family members) from Tokyo who was in the "Corn Tones" band that I was in and performed with in 1951-52 in hospitals, orphanages, and for fellow soldiers.  We were members of the 71st Battalion during this time.  David was older than I and a Lieutenant with the Special Services at the time.  He was a World War II veteran and was from San Luis Obispo, CA.  His nickname was "Pappy."  Our band played what was then called "Hillbilly Music."  I have a picture of the band.

Contact: John Jack A. Diamond, Savannah, GA.  E-mail Whitebluff18@aol.com.

Royster, Charles (CB)

I am looking for anyone who might have served with my Dad in Korea. His name is Charles Royster, goes by CB, and may have been known as VA Kid. He was there from 6/51 - 6/52 with 7th Division, 57th FABN, C Battery.

Contact: Donna Royster at dlroyster@msn.com

Sarnik, Ron

I’m looking for a gentleman that my father, Jim Calabrese, fought with in Korea during late 1951 and early 1952. His name is Ron Sarnik (not sure of the spelling of the last name). He went by the nickname of "Red". He was wounded late 1952 and was sent state side. My father wrote a letter to Ron’s mother but that was the last he heard from "Red". Ron was living at that time in Pittsburg, PA.. Here is the information that I know about the unit that my father was in: 31^st Infantry, 7^th Division, George Company, 3^rd squad. Another gentleman that I would like to contact was from the same unit Fred Smazal (not sure of the spelling of the last name) from New Jersey. If anyone can help me out I would be greatly appreciative.

Contact: Joe Calabrese.  My E-mail address is jcalabrese@stcecilia.pvt.k12.or.us. I live in Portland, Oregon. My address is 5324 SE Pardee, Portland, OR. 97206. My phone number is 503-774-2670.

[Posted 12/2004]

Schuler, Marlene

I am searching for women who served in the military during the Korean war, including one in particular: Marlene Schuler from the Chicago/Evanston, Illinois area and the time period of 1951-56.

Contact: Orlando McCafferty, ofmac@lorettotel.net.

Self, Russell

I am looking for the whereabouts of the children of Captain Russell Self who was in Korea in 1950 and 1951. I found two letters written by Captain Self to his children in Oakland, CA.  I would love to return these letters to his children.

Contact: William Womack Byrn, Columbia, TN at cracker@charter.net.

[Posted 6/25/04]

Sherral, John

John Sherral, Bill Dillon is looking for you.  We served together with the 1st Cavalry Division in Pusan and Koje Island.

Contact: Bill at jb50y@aol.com.

Simpson, Severn "Tex"

My father Severn "Tex" Simpson served in the Korean War from 1951 until 1953.  He is searching for anyone who was with him with the 2nd Infantry Division, 37th Field Artillery Battalion HHS Company.  My father is 73 years old and until now has not spoken of anything about the war.  I have some pictures that he took while he was there and on one of them it has the name of Wayne Hollman on the back.

If anyone has information or knows of "Tex" Simpson, please feel free to call him at 325-773-5493 or leave an e-mail with me, his daughter, at karlaroysdon@sbcglobal.net.

Anything would be nice.  Maybe we can reunite some old war buddies together.

Smart, John A. Sr.

Is there anyone out there who might remember me in Korea at Inchon, Wonsan, Chosin Reservoir?  I'd sure like to know that some of my buddies made it out of that frozen hellhole.  I've been looking through every web site I can find--no luck yet, but I'm going to keep trying.  I am Smart, John A., Pvt2, 1st Battalion, 31st Regiment, 7th Infantry Division.  I was in a machine gun squad with Billy Fanning and Bob Facteau (that's the only names that come to mind at the present time).

Contact: smaj18@juno.com.

Smith, Frank

Searching for Frank Smith.  He attended Harrison High from 1945 to 1949.  We served together at Ft. Dix, NJ.  I don't know where he went to.  After I was wounded and sent back to the States, everything becomes a blur.  Even though Frank and I hung out together for a few years, he just seems to have vanished--not in that sense, but he went his way and I went mine.

Please contact me, Frank.  Richard Brose, e-mail brose37@aol.com.

Smith, Merton

I've ran up against a brick wall trying to find an individual that I served with in Korea from September 1951 to February 1952.  Merton and I were in "D" Battery, 82nd Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion (SP), 2nd Infantry Division.

Merton and I were the best of friends.  In fact, we each signed a one dollar bill--he on one edge and I on the other.  We tore the bill in half.  I still have the half that he signed and hopefully he is still alive and in possession of the other half.  We made a vow that we would tape the bill back together again and spend it together.  In my search for Merton, I did find 13 Merton Smiths, however, none of the responses bore fruit.

Contact: Joseph A. Tureaud, 8812 Parkland Drive, El Paso, TX 79925-4011; ph. 915-591-4789.

Smith, Raymond E.

I am an old WWII B-26 pilot who flew 35 missions over Germany.  I am trying to help a very sick Korean veteran, Raymond Smith (could be Raymond E. Smith), establish records that he served in the 959th Engineer Company (Dump Truck) in Korea. It is my understanding that the 959th was a US Army National Guard Company. His records in his own personal file burned when his home in Poplar Grove, AR was totally destroyed by fire.

Raymond Smith's Service # is 25411838 and his SSN is 430 48 3539. According to this veteran's memory he arrived in Korea in 1951 as a member of the 959th Engineer Company. He is seriously ill. He has tried to get treatment at the VA hospital in Memphis TN and in Little Rock AR but until he can get his DD214 he cannot get a VA Card.

Can you please give us any help in establishing that this old veteran of the Army, with service from Dec 1949 to 3 Oct 1952 and Army National Guard Service to 2 May 1956 so that he can receiive VA medical treatment? Please advise immediately. Many thanks.

Contact: Lt. Col. Earl J. Bass, Box 22 , Marvell AR 72366, email: bass1@centurytel.net; ph. 870-829-2477.

[Posted 11/15/04]

Smith, Virgil E.

Looking for Virgil E. smith, platoon leader, 3rd platoon, Co. A, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Division, Korea, summer 1952.  Last known address was St. Louis, MO.

Contact Richard Dahms at rkdahms@msn.com.

Stamatis, Bob

Searching for Bob Stamatis.

Contact: Anita Prendergast at anitaprendergast@hotmail.com.

FOUND THROUGH THE KWE!

Sullivan, William "Sully"

I am looking for William "Sully" Sullivan.  We were stationed at Scott Field in Belleville, Illinois for airborne radio repair school in 1952.  He was my Best Man for my wedding at Scott in October of 1952.  Sully was actually in supply and was sent overseas.  He was born and raised in Pittsburg, Kansas.  I do not know if he remained in the Air Force or was discharged in 1956.  He would also be in his mid-70s.  I would very much appreciate any information about Sully.  He may not be alive at this time, but I would like to know.

Contact: Gerald Ohlms at JMOHLMS@aol.com.

[Posted 8/20/06]

Sutter, Ronald

Tank Co. 38th Infantry Regt. 2nd US Infantry Div. In Korea 1950-51. Served with Sgt. lst Class Jack A. Rogers.

Sincerely, Jack Rogers
msgtjarret@webtv.net

Swift

Bill Dillon is looking for you.  We served together with the 1st Cavalry Division in Koje island and Pusan in 1953.

Contact: jb50y@aol.com.

Taggart, John

Leonard Therry is looking for John Taggart.  John served with me in Korea January 1956 to April 1957 in Heavy Mortar Company, 21st Infantry Division, 24th Infantry Division near the DMZ.  He was from Chicago and was assigned to Ft. Polk on his return from Korea.  I lost track of him shortly after.  He was (is) a very good friend and I would like to locate him.

He can reach me via this e-mail (lbl1937@aol.com), via letter to 67 Bramblewood Dr., Berlin, MD 21811, or via telephone at 410-208-9776.

I have been looking for him for a long time.

Thiebold, Clifford B.

Looking for buddies of US Army service man name Clifford B. Thiebold (1914-1959) of Dallas.  Thiebold went to Korea in 1950, was wounded in 1952, and returned to the war in 1953.  Posting this on behalf of his daughter Lynell.

Contact: Jonathan P. Alter, 6243 Streeter Avenue, Riverside, CA 92504; cell phone 951-836-5875.

[Posted 5/03/07]

Thomas, Pfc.

I am looking for PFC Thomas (Duane, Dwayne, Wayne), fondly known as "Peaches", who served in the 955th Field Artillery Unit, Headquarters Battery, January-August 1951.  I believe he was from Modesto, CA.

Contact: Paul Erickson.  E-mail ericksonpk@yahoo.com.

Thompson, Gene

I am trying to help my grandfather (Floyd Crayton) locate a Korean War veteran he served with in 1952.  They served in the Marine Service Battalion laundry unit in Munsan-ni near the Han River.  The man he is trying to locate is Gene (possibly Eugene) Thompson, an African-American from Minnesota or Wisconsin.  Grandpa believes Gene was in the 25th draft.  Thank you for the truly blessed work you are all doing.  I can't thank you enough, and connecting my papaw with his long lost friend would be one of the greatest things I believe I could ever do for him!

Contact: Jamie Jo at phishman1@earthlink.net.

[Posted 11/14/06]

Torres, Henry

I am looking for my biological father, Henry Torres.  I only have one picture of him and a name.  I do know that he was in the 169th Infantry and went to Korea between 1951-56. 

Contact: Hannelore Bodendorf, AHBlaupunkt@continentalimports.com

Troust, Neal G. or J.

Robert R. Wurster is searching for Neal G. or J. Troust.  They were in the 1st Marine Division together.

Contact: Kcstresdmom@aol.com.

Tryee, Branch

See Army - 40th Division - 223rd Medical Co.

Tucker, W/04 Thomas T.

Searching for Tucker, who was from the Bitter Root area of Montana.  I served with him in Hawaii for three years and we ended up again i