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Dedicated to maintaining headstones of Vietnam vets who did not come home alive and are buried in non-govt cemeteries. Inspired to action by @44MagnumBlue1

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Joined July 2022
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I've put together a document outlining steps for locating, identifying, and cleaning of Vietnam KIA markers. Many people have asked for this so I hope you find it useful and can locate a veteran to take care of. Feel free to hit me up with questions. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
Marker Cleaning Instructions.pdf
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Heck yeah, found him. No shot I would have without the GPS (41.673456, -83.521923). Completely forgotten and overgrown part of this cemetery. Before image is on left. You are remembered today Joseph. Semper Fi, devil dog ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Headed to Toledo, Ohio for a short bit this weekend, going to try and visit Joseph. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Headed to Toledo, Ohio for a short bit this weekend, going to try and visit Joseph. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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United States Marine Corps Lance Corporal Joseph Ray Daniels Jr. was killed in action on December 20, 1968 in Quang Nam Province, South Vietnam. Joseph was 20 years old and from Toledo, Ohio. A Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines. Remember Joseph today. He is an American Hero.๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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HN Raymond Paul Markham from Anderson, IN died of wounds in Vietnam 55 years ago today. Buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.0443639,-85.7247556) Headstone restored 5/1/2023 on a cold, gloomy Indiana day. Left behind a wife and 5 week old son, damn. RIP Doc.
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John Joseph Meyer from Indianapolis was killed 55 years ago on March 2nd and is buried at Crown Hill, GPS (39.8256306, -86.1763611) Has a civilian marker and buried with family. No indication he ever served and died in Vietnam. Cleaned his marker and placed a flag. RIP John๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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United States Marine Corps Private First Class John Joseph Meyer was killed in action on March 2, 1969 in Quang Nam Province, South Vietnam. John was 19 years old and from Indianapolis, Indiana. C Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines. Remember John today. He is an American Hero.๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC Kenneth Kipling Huffer from Kempton, IN died of wounds in Vietnam on Dec 19, 1965. He is buried at Kempton Cemetery south of Kokomo, GPS (40.299129, -86.225993). Marker cleaned July 23, 2024. Marker is in great condition. Sprayed and placed a flag. Semper Fi Kenneth. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC George (Butch) Henry Heppen from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on May 21, 1967. Buried at Maplewood Cemetery in Anderson, GPS (40.117262, -85.667503). Cleaned July 4, 2023. Regular Army, only 18. Didn't look like anyone had visited him in a long time. โ˜น๏ธ Rip Butch. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SP4 James Lynn Moore from Pendleton, IN died in Vietnam on Aug 5, 1968. Buried at Grove Lawn Cemetery in Pendleton, GPS (40.011119, -85.742669). Headstone cleaned May 1 thru June 24, 2023. Lots of work. Regular Army, 21 years old. RIP James, thanks for your sacrifice.
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This Marine does not have a photo of his grave marker posted anywhere. Going for a long drive tonight to little Kempton (pop. 280) to see if I can find him. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC Richard (Dick) Earl Creason from Markleville, IN died in Vietnam on 11/4/1967. Buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.0457014, -85.7220251). Headstone cleaned 5/4/2023. Selective service, in Vietnam for 2.5 weeks. RIP Dick, thanks for your sacrifice.
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Family friend was doing Wreaths Across America in Fortville today and met the sister of Frank Marks. She was 18 when he was killed in Vietnam and said she goes every year. Asked my friend to convey her gratitude. Makes it all worthwhile.๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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LCpl Frank William Marks was killed in Vietnam on March 8, 1968. He is buried at Gravel Lawn Cemetery in Fortville, IN Section 8. Headstone restored Aug 6-9. 1/n
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Stopped by to visit Jon tonight. Refinished his marker almost a year ago now. It is holding up really well. Bit dirty but next good rain will help. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SGT Jon Leslie Padgett from Markleville, IN died in Vietnam on Apr 30, 1970. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.045008, -85.720917). Bronze restored week of 8/7/2023. Green Beret, Silver Star, Bronze Star. Warrior. RIP Jon, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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CPL Larry Dean Platt from Anderson, IN was killed 54 years ago today in Vietnam. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.045458, -85.722658). Headstone cleaned 6/27/2023. Regular Army, only 20 years old. RIP Larry, thanks for your sacrifice.
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PFC Steven Eugene Clark from Noblesville, IN died in Vietnam on Feb. 9 1968. Buried at Crownland in Noblesville, GPS (40.053222, -86.000246). Cleaned July 3, 2023. Selective service, only 20 years old. RIP Steven, thanks for your sacrifice.
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CPL Lawrence (Larry) Lee Gordon from Noblesville, IN died in Vietnam on 5/6/1970. Buried at Carey Cemetery in Noblesville, IN, GPS (40.133519, -85.930241). Headstone cleaned 5/8/2023. Killed during Hell Night at Henderson (see below). RIP Larry, thanks for your sacrifice.
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Semper Fidelis.
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LCPL Mark Ryan Black from Sweetser, IN died in Vietnam on Aug 14, 1967. He is buried at Grant Memorial Park in Marion, GPS (40.540247, -85.675981). Marker cleaned August 2024. One of three Marines from Sweetser (pop ~900) KIA in Vietnam. โ˜น๏ธ RIP Mark, Semper Fi. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC Terry Virgil Leach from Marion, IN died in Vietnam on Sept 2, 1967. He is buried at Grant Memorial Park in Marion, GPS (40.540247, -85.675942). Markers cleaned August 2024. RIP Terry, Semper Fi. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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LCpl Frank William Marks was killed in Vietnam on March 8, 1968. He is buried at Gravel Lawn Cemetery in Fortville, IN Section 8. Headstone restored Aug 6-9. 1/n
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SSGT Tommy Lee Carpenter from Anderson, IN was killed in Vietnam on Jan 23, 1968. 9+ years regular Army. Buried at Pleasant Walk Cemetery in Anderson, IN next to his wife. GPS (40.0649929, -85.6931746) Headstone cleaned 4/21/2023. RIP Tommy, thanks for your sacrifice.
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SGT John Robert Bragg from Elwood, IN died in Vietnam on June 6, 1969. He is buried at New Hope Cemetery near Phlox, IN GPS (40.413447, -85.920753). Marker cleaned August 2024. Hard to tell, but it's better. RIP John, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Headed out to an unincorporated area called Phlox to go find this man and take care of his marker. These are the photos that really hit me hard, late high school or just after, whole life ahead of them, cut short by war. ๐Ÿ˜ž
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CPL Michael (Mike) Eugene Randall, Sr. from Noblesville, IN died in Vietnam on Oct. 10 1968. Buried at Crownland in Noblesville, GPS (40.053222, -86.000246). Cleaned June 26, 2023. Distinguished Service Cross (citation below). RIP Mike, thanks for your sacrifice. 1/3
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SP4 Daniel Ellis Biddle from Arcadia, IN died in Vietnam 56 years ago tomorrow. Buried at Arcadia Cemetery, GPS (40.1753525, -86.0077196). Headstone cleaned 5/1/2023. Pulled this forward a day since it felt appropriate with @44MagnumBlue1 honoring the medics today. RIP Doc.
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1LT Alan Jensen Bardach was one of 46 killed in a helicopter crash 56 years ago today. His remains were located in 2018 and he was laid to rest at Crown Hill in Indianapolis in 2019. I stopped by to visit but the cemetery gates were closed. RIP Alan, glad you made it home. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Also stopped to see Doc Markham tonight, been over a year. Pulled excess sod and tidied up, looking good. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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HN Raymond Paul Markham from Anderson, IN died of wounds in Vietnam 55 years ago today. Buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.0443639,-85.7247556) Headstone restored 5/1/2023 on a cold, gloomy Indiana day. Left behind a wife and 5 week old son, damn. RIP Doc.
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SGT James Richard Davidson from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on Mar 4, 1968. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.044064, -85.722739). Headstone cleaned 8/2/2023. Marker says "In Memory Of" but he is laid to rest here. RIP James, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Mark Anthony Dixon served in Vietnam and was in VA hospitals for some time before passing away of unknown causes. I don't have a unit, picture, etc. An uncounted casualty of Vietnam who died stateside. Buried at Carey Cemetery, cleaned 5/8/2023.
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(Short thread) Was visiting a very small cemetery in Noblesville IN for a Vietnam KIA and came across a diff individual close by. Mark Dixon died in 1970 with Vietnam on the stone so started searching. His name was NOT listed in either on Coffelt or on Wall of Faces as KIA.
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LCpl Robert Earl Ellis died in Vietnam on Feb 18, 1970 of wounds sustained the previous day. He is buried at Maplewood Cemetery in Anderson, IN in a very isolated spot of Section 24-A. 1/n
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AA Robert Allen Stickler from Anderson, IN was killed along with 133 others in the fires and explosions aboard the USS Forrestal on 7/29/1967. Buried Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.045781, -85.724814). Headstone cleaned 5/12/2023. RIP Robert thanks for your sacrifice.
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CWO Roy Edward Worth's headstone was forgotten. Not today. He was killed 55 years ago today in Vietnam. He is buried in section 8 at Washington Park East just outside Indianapolis. Headstone restored 2/7/2023. RIP CWO Worth. Glad I could do this for you today.
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CPL Robert (Bobby) Wayne Shelton from Noblesville, IN died in Vietnam on 1/24/1970. Buried at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Fishers, IN, GPS (39.9320482, -86.0609347). Headstone cleaned 5/8/2023. Selective service, 2 brothers, 2 sisters. RIP Bobby, thanks for your sacrifice.
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I found him. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Buried at Mississinewa Memorial outside of Wabash, IN, Pleasant Grove section GPS (40.7015444, -85.8257139) Also uploaded to Find A Grave. Sprayed marker (a bit cold out) and a fresh flag. RIP Kenneth ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Happy I found you! Thanks for the tag @44MagnumBlue1
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Kenneth has no grave marker photo on Find A Grave. @RestoreHsVT
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SGT Allen Lee Jackson from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on Aug 25, 1967. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.045894, -85.726158). Headstone cleaned 6/13/2023. Selective service. RIP Allen, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC John Larry Modglin did not come home alive from the Vietnam war. He died on July 18th from head injuries sustained when he reportedly fell into a hole on guard duty on July 15th. Buried at Park Cemetery in Greenfield, IN section 16. RIP John.
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1LT Terry Austin Ruth from Anderson, IN was killed in Vietnam on Sept 8, 1968. 101st, infantry commander. Posthumous Silver Star. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.0457866, -85.7226072) Headstone restored 4/21/2023. RIP sir. Thank you for your sacrifice.
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SSGT David Lee Dixon from Marion, IN died in Vietnam on June 2, 1967. He is buried at Grant Memorial Park in Marion, GPS (40.540165, -85.675808). Marker cleaned July 2024. Regular USMC for 10 years. Infantry leader. RIP David. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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LCPL Carman Keeton Hicks from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on May 9, 1967. Buried at Maplewood Cemetery in Anderson IN, GPS (40.116419, -85.666261). Minor cleaning and flag July 3, 2023. Massive sized civilian family headstone. USMC selective service. Rip Carman, Semper Fi.
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CPL Michael Lee Farley from Tipton, IN died in Vietnam on Apr. 10, 1970. Buried at Crownland in Noblesville IN, GPS (40.053058, -86.000339). Cleaned July 3, 2023. In good condition. Regular Army, married with a 1 year old daughter. RIP Michael, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Stopped by to see Richard tonight when visiting Robert Stickler. Only 50 feet away. Cleaned off the leaves and berries from the tree he rests under but looking good. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SP4 Richard Eugene Garretson from Anderson, IN and 33 others were killed in a helicopter crash on Thanksgiving Day, 1971. He is buried at Anderson Memorial, GPS (40.045906, -85.725097). Marker cleaned 7/5/2023. Selective service, 21. RIP Richard, thank you. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Rainy evening here but all set. Marker is looking good. Quick scrub and rinse and a new flag. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ RIP Robert.
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@44MagnumBlue1 I will go visit Robert tonight, not far away. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SSG Daniel Lee Terry from Noblesville, IN died in Vietnam on June 29, 1969. Buried at the massive Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville, IN, GPS (40.054192, -86.000824). Headstone cleaned May 22, 2023. Selective service, 23 years old. RIP Daniel, thanks for your sacrifice.
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WO Harvey "Butch" Howe Jr was shot down and killed during a mission on Jan. 28, 1967. He is buried at Elm Ridge Cemetery in Muncie, IN. Marker restored Oct. 1st. 15 Air Medals, Bronze Star, recommended for 2 Distinguished Flying Crosses. RIP Harvey, thanks for your sacrifice.
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Headed to South Mound Cemetery tonight to visit the men of New Castle, IN who died in Vietnam. 13 of the 15 from New Castle are buried here and the majority of them are on Legion Hill. Hoping to get at least 6 (maybe 8) of these sprayed if I can find them all. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Visiting the Fieldhouse in New Castle tonight, the LARGEST high school gym in the US, seats 8500+ (!) Basketball shrine built in late 50s. An incredible facility. I always think of the men from New Castle (15) who died in Vietnam and likely sat in these same bleachers. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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CPL Richard Dale Wood from Goldsmith, IN died in Vietnam on May 13, 1968. He is buried at Tetersburg Cemetery, GPS (40.277578, -86.150969). Marker sprayed July 23, 2024. Deep stains, should be good in a few months. But not sure when I will be back this way. RIP Richard. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SP4 Dwight Leroy Basey was killed in Vietnam on November 19, 1966. He is buried at Brookside Cemetery in Lapel, IN Section 11. Headstone restored Sept 4th thru 26th. 1/n
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SSGT Johnny Ray Crawford from Alexandria, IN died in Vietnam on Oct 6, 1967. He is buried at Parkview Cemetery in Alexandria, GPS (40.253545, -85.667429). Bronze restored 9/24/2023. Rank on marker is not correct, posthumous SSGT. RIP Johnny, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC Jeffrey Lynn Holbrook from Indianapolis, IN died in Vietnam on Feb 20, 1968. He is buried at Washington Park East in Indianapolis, GPS (39.780889, -85.974014). Marker cleaned July 10, 2024. Didn't look like anyone had visited in a long time.๐Ÿ™ RIP Jeffrey. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SP4 Larry Dee Sherman from Marion, IN was killed in a convoy ambush in Vietnam on March 13, 1968. He is buried at Grant Memorial Park in Marion, GPS (40.540303, -85.675969). Marker cleaned August 2024. Hard to tell, but it's better. RIP Larry, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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CPL James Allen Manger from Anderson, IN died in Yokohama, Japan on Aug 30, 1968 from burn wounds received two days prior in Vietnam. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.045150, -85.720506). Headstone cleaned 7/5/2023. Regular USMC. RIP James, Semper Fi. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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LCPL James Derek Reynolds was killed in action on May 13, 1967. He is buried at Elm Ridge Cemetery in Muncie, IN. Marker restored Oct. 1st. RIP James, thanks for your sacrifice Marine.
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PFC Thomas Michael Hiday from Alexandria, IN died in Vietnam on Feb 23, 1969. Buried at Maplewood Cemetery in Anderson IN, GPS (40.116642, -85.669961). Cleaned headstone on July 3, 2023. Regular USMC, in country only 5 weeks. ๐Ÿซค RIP Thomas, Semper Fi. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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ENFN George Ray Posey was swept to sea during a mission on Sept 5 1968. He was wearing a life vest and observed alive in the water but due to the storms they had to call off the rescue. When search resumed they could not find him and he was presumed lost at sea.
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SSG James (Jimmy) Michael Grant from Noblesville, IN died in Vietnam on 12/15/1969. Buried at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Fishers, IN, GPS (39.9311376, -86.0623522). Headstone cleaned 5/10/2023. Selective service, 10 months Vietnam, 23. RIP Jimmy, thanks for your sacrifice.
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Very successful visit to a beautiful cemetery. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ (Happened today, not enough light last night). Found TEN (!) of the thirteen. Sprayed 5 marble, 1 granite. Will come back in a month or so for review. Cleaned 4 bronze and will post tributes soon. Gorgeous Indiana day!
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Headed to South Mound Cemetery tonight to visit the men of New Castle, IN who died in Vietnam. 13 of the 15 from New Castle are buried here and the majority of them are on Legion Hill. Hoping to get at least 6 (maybe 8) of these sprayed if I can find them all. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Paid a visit to Butch and James at Elm Ridge tonight, scrubbed both their markers and sprayed their civilian ones. Looking good. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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At Muncie Fieldhouse for high school basketball, 4th largest HS gym in the US, seats 7600+, 90+ years old. Got me thinking about the two men from Muncie I visited (Butch Howe and Jim Reynolds) and where they sat in this gym during high schoolโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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CPL Edward (Eddie) Leroy Sizelove from Alexandria, IN died in Vietnam on Jun 2, 1968. He is buried at Parkview Cemetery in Alexandria, GPS (40.253764, -85.668144). Bronze restored 8/12-13/2023. 101st Airborne, Bronze Star. Warrior. RIP Eddie, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC Tommie Joe Campbell from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on July 3, 1966. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.043883, -85.721436). Headstone cleaned 8/1/2023. Selective service. RIP Tommie, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Swung by Pendleton to see Jim Moore on the way home also. So happy with how this looks, D/2 works like a champ. Stone looks cleaner than it did when I finished a year ago. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SP4 James Lynn Moore from Pendleton, IN died in Vietnam on Aug 5, 1968. Buried at Grove Lawn Cemetery in Pendleton, GPS (40.011119, -85.742669). Headstone cleaned May 1 thru June 24, 2023. Lots of work. Regular Army, 21 years old. RIP James, thanks for your sacrifice.
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SP4 Richard Eugene Garretson from Anderson, IN and 33 others were killed in a helicopter crash on Thanksgiving Day, 1971. He is buried at Anderson Memorial, GPS (40.045906, -85.725097). Marker cleaned 7/5/2023. Selective service, 21. RIP Richard, thank you. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Headed out to an unincorporated area called Phlox to go find this man and take care of his marker. These are the photos that really hit me hard, late high school or just after, whole life ahead of them, cut short by war. ๐Ÿ˜ž
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Went to a cemetery in Elwood, IN today to visit a KIA (thought he was it there) and stumbled onto two more KIA close by. My contempt for Vietnam political "leaders" is seething hatred at this point. Tributes and headstone cleanups for these four men in the next month.
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SGT Jon Leslie Padgett from Markleville, IN died in Vietnam on Apr 30, 1970. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.045008, -85.720917). Bronze restored week of 8/7/2023. Green Beret, Silver Star, Bronze Star. Warrior. RIP Jon, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SP4 Carl Truman Funkhouser Jr. from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on Aug. 16, 1966. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.046283, -85.725044). Headstone cleaned 7/27/2023. Regular Army. RIP Carl, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SGT Randall Lee Pell from Wabash, IN was killed in Vietnam on Apr 8, 1970. He is buried at Mississinewa Memorial Cemetery GPS (40.701711, -85.826447). Sprayed with bio cleaner, will be back later in fall. Needs time to work, deep stains. Semper Fi Randall. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Found John Bragg last night and cleaned his marker. Will post formal tribute soon. Military family, wow.๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Buried next to his Dad, Frank. WW2 Purple Heart died 1973. Also with uncle Eugene, GYSGT USMC, Korea and Vietnam died 1971. Not KIA, presumably retired. Great trip.
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Headed out to an unincorporated area called Phlox to go find this man and take care of his marker. These are the photos that really hit me hard, late high school or just after, whole life ahead of them, cut short by war. ๐Ÿ˜ž
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Took a drive to visit Roy Eldon Freeman, Jr. tonight. From Anderson, IN and buried at Crown View in Sheridan, IN. GPS (40.14469, 86.22939) He was clearing a tunnel when a booby trap exploded and trapped him. Couldnโ€™t be saved. Too cold to clean so placed a flag. RIP Roy. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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This is an incredible thread. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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In honor of D-Day, buckle in for the story of how a Jewish soldier from Pittsburgh ended up in a Nazi mass grave, and how through dogged determination, will be buried with full military honors in Normandy later this month.
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PFC Victor Lynn Poor from Wabash, IN was killed in Vietnam on Feb 25, 1969. He is buried at Mississinewa Memorial Cemetery near Wabash, GPS (40.6985391, -85.8258596). Marker cleaned July 17, 2024. Regular USMC. Semper Fi Victor, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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These two warriors are buried within 30 feet of each other in Muncie, IN. Separate engagements, separate branches.
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PFC Lawrence (Larry) Eugene Fowler from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam (helicopter crash) on Nov. 6, 1966. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.046469, -85.723869). Headstone restored 7/28/2023. Selective service. RIP Larry, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SP4 Benjamin D Coy Jr. was killed in Vietnam on Aug 30, 1967. He is buried at Oaklawn Cemetery in Indianapolis, IN. Headstone restored 4/20/2023, GPS (39.9331149, -86.0649285) RIP Benjamin, thanks for your sacrifice.
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Just finished Steven Clarkโ€™s headstone, buried next to Mike Randall who I finished and highlighted recently. Tribute to Steven and a different Vietnam KIA buried close by later today. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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@DeltasRomeo was inspired from the below post by @44MagnumBlue1 . He messaged me and followed my posted cleaning guidance. What a remarkable improvement, thank you for doing this. Just wonderful. Isaiah is buried at Lewisville Cemetery, Haskell County, OK. Semper Fi, Isaiah. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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United States Marine Corps Private First Class Isaiah Herman Wilson was killed in action on July 15, 1966 in Quang Ngai Province, South Vietnam. Isaiah was 19 years old & from Tulsa, Oklahoma. 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, M Company. Remember Isaiah today. Semper Fi. American Hero.
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PFC Gary Lee Carle from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on May 22, 1967. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.044108, -85.722886). Headstone cleaned 7/31/2023. Selective service. RIP Gary, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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I found him. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ So quiet out here in Kempton, wow. No interstates, traffic, nothing. Not used to this where I live. Tribute coming soon.
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This Marine does not have a photo of his grave marker posted anywhere. Going for a long drive tonight to little Kempton (pop. 280) to see if I can find him. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Visited Pinky recently and cleaner starting to work. Nice improvement in such a short time, no scrubbing. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Based on the recent decorations at his civilian marker, he is loved and missed. Sprayed this marker as well.
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SP4 David George Hutchings from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on June 20, 1966. He is buried at Anderson Memorial Cemetery, GPS (40.044258, -85.724006). Headstone cleaned 7/30/2023. Regular Army. RIP David, thanks for your sacrifice. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC Jimmie Lee Johnson did not come home alive from the Vietnam war. He died on March 1st 1970 of injuries sustained from a mine detonation.
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Also visited Bob Ellis at Maplewood tonight. One of the first markers I started with. So many since then. Cleaned off the excess sod and clippings. He and his brother (and one other) have newer flowers at their markers which was nice to see. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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LCpl Robert Earl Ellis died in Vietnam on Feb 18, 1970 of wounds sustained the previous day. He is buried at Maplewood Cemetery in Anderson, IN in a very isolated spot of Section 24-A. 1/n
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Visited Butch tonight at Maplewood, cleaned his marker a year ago and looking good. Only 18, such a waste. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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PFC George (Butch) Henry Heppen from Anderson, IN died in Vietnam on May 21, 1967. Buried at Maplewood Cemetery in Anderson, GPS (40.117262, -85.667503). Cleaned July 4, 2023. Regular Army, only 18. Didn't look like anyone had visited him in a long time. โ˜น๏ธ Rip Butch. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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My favorite part of doing this is coming back to visit a marker I did many months ago and finding that a family member placed flowers on his and other family members. They even cleaned up his brotherโ€™s marker next to him. Makes it all worthwhile. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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LCpl Robert Earl Ellis died in Vietnam on Feb 18, 1970 of wounds sustained the previous day. He is buried at Maplewood Cemetery in Anderson, IN in a very isolated spot of Section 24-A. 1/n
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Had opportunity today to stop by National Cemetery in Marion, IN. Impeccable headstones as they all should look. A humbling experience being surrounded by all these veterans. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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This account is dedicated to honor Vietnam casualties who didn't come home alive by cleaning, maintaining, and restoring headstones that are not actively maintained in non-government cemeteries. 1/n
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Visited Guy Jones in Westfield tonight to get started on his marker. Stains are in deep (orange areas and letters), will be about 8 weeks before weather can work. Will be back. Soft marble will turn out near perfect. Trust the process. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Richard L "Dick" Ogle died 79 years ago today in a hospital near Aachen, Germany. Buried at Gravel Lawn In Fortville GPS (39.957867, -85.845619). Marker not done but bio cleaner is working. Should be good in 6 months. The Greatest Generation. Today we remember. RIP Dick. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Have never seen a marker like this, with a copper cover, let alone for two brothers killed in the same war. This hits hard. ๐Ÿ˜ข God Bless you Mike and Bill. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ @44MagnumBlue1
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@44MagnumBlue1 Cleaned up his headstone last summer, I visit him about once a month or so. I remember. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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LCpl Frank William Marks was killed in Vietnam on March 8, 1968. He is buried at Gravel Lawn Cemetery in Fortville, IN Section 8. Headstone restored Aug 6-9. 1/n
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Two Travis brothers from Sweetser, IN were KIA in Vietnam. "Mike" died on June 7, 1968 and "Bill" died on June 27, 1967. Buried at Grant Memorial Park in Marion, approx. GPS (40.540283, -85.676047) Markers cleaned June/July 2024. Just unbelievably sad. RIP Mike and Bill. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Donโ€™t know who did this but all 17 Vietnam KIAs at Anderson Memorial have a white cross, flag, service flag, and picture from Wall of Faces for Memorial Day. It has already been such a good week and a half and this is just beautiful. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Many more pics and video later this week.
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(Short thread) 2023 is drawing to a close with the weather cooling. I set a goal to get to 30% of the men in four counties near me. Currently +50%. These are the 33 men that I visited and whose markers I have cleaned this year. I could walk you to each of them right now.
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Took a little drive to visit these three men today. All had deep biological staining so I coated with bio cleaner and will revisit in the spring after the elements have had a chance to work. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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In my search for Clarence at Floral Park section K-11, I did locate three additional Vietnam KIA. Took pictures, will log their GPS to findagrave, and will plan on a cleanup. Ray Brown of Mission Restore Bronze took care of Thomasโ€™ marker in 2020. Just needs a cleaning. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Thanks for sharing @hainesfarms01 , looked for a memorial marker in Indiana and he is only in Honolulu. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SSGT Steven Wayne Heitman, Indianapolis IN. Missing in action South Vietnam, March 13, 1968. 56 years ago today. He was 24. @RestoreHsVT @44MagnumBlue1
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Found Paul Speaks at Cedar Hill, Newark, OH tonight. In veteran's section, had no clue where he was buried. Lucky. Died same day as John Croy (Elwood, IN), possibly from same mortar shell. ๐Ÿ˜ข Sprayed marker liberally, back in spring to finish (hopefully). @Myinfo75008888 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿคœ
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@RestoreHsVT Needed a moment for that to sink in, thanks for putting it up, and blessed be your journey, Semper Fi๐Ÿ™โš”๏ธ๐Ÿฆ…๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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SP4 Robert A Hagan Jr was KIA in Vietnam on Oct 23 1968. He is buried at Maplewood Cemetery in Anderson IN in the veterans section 8. His headstone was in nearly impeccable condition, very heartening. Just removed some excess bacterial growth and placed a fresh flag.
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HM2 Larry Jo Goss from Marion, IN died in Vietnam on (or after) Feb 14, 1968. His body was recovered on March 20, 1968. He is buried at Estates of Serenity (IOOF) in Marion, GPS (40.53647, -85.64015). Marker cleaned July 5, 2024. RIP Doc and Semper Fi. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Went looking for Doc Brees today and couldnโ€™t find him. So stopped by to see CWO Worth a mile away. Resprayed his marker, very nice improvement since my February visit ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Another map location request has been received/fulfilled from a local cemetery. Planning on visiting these three men in the next week or so, tributes and pictures to follow soon. All Selective Service and answered the call. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
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Hey all, back at it. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Stopped by Grant Memorial tonight to finish cleanup the 5 Vietnam KIAs that I know of (David, Stephen, Mark, Terry, and Larry). Will be posting tributes soon.
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