Archive for April 27, 2023

Jagiello, Joseph (Joe)

Cumberland, RI

D.O.B. March 13, 1926

Date of passing:  August 1, 1981

Branch of Service: Navy- Gunners Mate

Date of Service: WW II -Pacific Theatre

My Dad served aboard the battleship USS Missouri during World War II which was engaged in two major battles, Iwo Jima and Okinawa where the Missouri was struck by a “Kamikaze” plane. He was on board the USS Missouri to witness the surrender of the Japanese Empire to General Douglas MacArthur. The document pictured recognizes his presence.

So proud. Your loving son, Joe

Patrick III., Warren H. (Buddy)

Christiansburg, Virginia

D.O.B. January 2, 1947

Date of Passing: December 28, 2020

Branch of Service: Army, 1st Cav, 8th Engineering Battalion

Date of Service: 1965-1969 Vietnam

You were the best Dad ever!

Love and miss you. Your son, Scotty

Schmitt, Joseph Eugene

Schmitt, Joseph Eugene

Holliston, Massachusetts

D.O.B. 11/19/1894

Date of passing: February 12, 1985

Branch of Service: Army, WWI , Corporal 330th Field Artillery, Battery C

Enlistment Date: 19/21/1917

Release date: 04/25/1919

Served in France

Grandpa was a strong, silent gentleman who was much loved by his grandchildren.

Sgt. Robert Joseph Porto Sr.

Woodbridge, VA

D.O. B. February 3,1958

Branch of Service: Army 1975–1986

Also 3 years reserves in VA, LA, HI, TX and AZ.

“Forever grateful and immensely proud of your devotion and service to your country.

Your best friend, Laura”

Eric S. Hay

Dover, Ohio

Branch of Service: Army- Rank: Specialist 5th Class

Drafted April 10, 1968- April 9, 1970

Basic training Fort Knox, Kentucky

Stationed at Fort Hood Army base Texas

Started as mechanic in an artillery unit then a driver for two Two Star Generals, Boles and Desiree

Came home and was married to Rhea (Thornton) August 29, 1970. They celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary in 2020. “He’s shown us how to work and have fun. He’s the best Dad and Grandpa!” Love, Rhea, Kristi and Carrie.