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Bales graduated from Robbinsville High School in 1938 and attended Brevard Junior College in 1938-40. In 1940, he transferred to UNC, where he was a member of Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity and was a monogram letter winner.
After graduation, he attended the midshipman’s school at N...
As I was Born 9 months to the Day of his Falling in Combat and am Named after My Uncle I Miss him more than Words can say. Never having Spoken or seen him with my own eyes I know he is always with me. I served my Country as a Marine from 88-91 and am a Combat Vet myself and am a Patriot Guard Ri...
eric was a mentor to all but bestfriend to one...you''ll always be with us love mom
The years may pass but we will always remember the special son we had for 23 years. Your dedication and courage make us proud . Until we meet again we keep you in our hearts.
Henry Liles Allen graduated from Wadesboro High School in 1936, attended The Citadel for two years and then transferred to UNC.
After graduating in 1940, he entered the service in January 1942 and completed flight training in June 1943. He joined the 15th Air Force in Italy in February...
My dear Son, Barry: It has been over 5 year since you were tragically killed in action in Iraq. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you, miss you and Love you. I miss your beautiful smile, your big blue eyes, and your laugh. God has you in His arms now with the angels. Rest in Peace my s...
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Lt. Jack Schley, pilot, with waist gunner S/Sgt Clyde C. Gingerich (right)
Descendants of Victor Gordon Ryland Jr. 19 April 2026 First Generation 1. Victor Gordon RYLAND Jr. was born on 22 Oct 1922 in Los Angeles Co., California. He may have been born in 1923. He served in the military from 16 Sep 1942 to 6 Jan 1944 in United States Army. He was a pilot during Worl...
