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Service Status
USMC Retired
Final Rank
Master Gunnery Sergeant
Last MOS
5994-Tactical Data Systems Maintenance Chief
Last MOSGroup
Electronic Maintenance
Previously Held MOS's
2531-Field Radio Operator
5949-Aviation Radar Technician
8421-Career Planner
8411-RS Recruiter
Primary Unit
1977-1979, 8411, RS Macon, GA
Service Years
1961 - 1981
Official/Unofficial USMC Certificates
Cold War Certificate
Voice Edition
1974, Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA)
2000, American Legion
2002, La Societe des Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux (Forty & Eight)
2003, Marine Corps League, Territorial; Detachment 635 (Vice Commander) (Yuma, Arizona)
2003, Marine Corps Association and Foundation (MCA&F)
2004, Military Order of the Purple Heart
2007, Marine Corps Heritage Foundation
2007, Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA)
2007, National Rifle Association (NRA)
2010, Marine Corps Recruiters Association
2015, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Chapter 11 (Member ) (Yuma, Arizona)
What are you doing now:
Now volunteering as Chairman with the Yuma County Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee . . . and the annual Yuma Military Appreciation Day team . . . along with the Military Job & Information Fair . . . also supporting American Legion, Navy League Council and Marine Corps League activities in the Yuma area, as well as the MCAS Chapel on Sundays +.
Other Comments:
New adventure!
I'm an Auxiliary Member and Instructor for the Navy Sea Cadet Squadron here in Yuma, AZ. The "Sea Eagle" Squadron is setting a fine example at both State and National levels.
I look forward to continuing work with these Cadets and Leaguers, ages 11-17 . . . they are one of the good parts of our country's future!
Go to Facebook and check out "Yuma Sea Cadets" . . .
1961-1962, 2531, 1st Bn, 6th Marines (1/6)
1961-1963, 2531, 1st Bn, 6th Marines (1/6)
1964-1964, 5949, Communications and Electronics Schools Bn (Cadre)
1973-1975, 8421, MACG-38, 3rd MAW
1976-1976, 8411, RS Atlanta, GA
1977-1979, 8411, RS Macon, GA
Please describe who or what influenced your decision to join the Marine Corps.
Whether you were in the service for several years or as a career, please describe the direction or path you took. Where did you go to boot camp and what units, bases, ships or squadrons were you assigned to? What was your reason for leaving?
If you participated in any military operations, including combat, humanitarian and peacekeeping operations, please describe those which made a lasting impact on you and, if life-changing, in what way?
From your entire military service, describe any memories you still reflect back on to this day.
Which individual(s) from your time in the military stand out as having the most positive impact on you and why?
Can you recount a particular incident from your service, which may or may not have been funny at the time, but still makes you laugh?
What profession did you follow after your military service and what are you doing now? If you are currently serving, what is your present occupational specialty?
What military associations are you a member of, if any? What specific benefits do you derive from your memberships?
In what ways has serving in the military influenced the way you have approached your life and your career? What do you miss most about your time in the service?
Based on your own experiences, what advice would you give to those who have recently joined the Marine Corps?
In what ways has TogetherWeServed.com helped you remember your military service and the friends you served with.
NCOA Honors USCG Cutter Monroe
"Home Sweet Home"
Mar 30, 1956, 2nd Bn. Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry
May 09, 1960, Corporal LeDrew - BW (RHR) of C
May 03, 1962, 1/6 - Bn Cmdr's Chopper - LPH-4 Boxer
May 29, 1981, USMC Retirement Ceremony - MCLB Albany, GA
Dec 03, 2007, Marriage
May 25, 2009, Memorial Day Ceremonies 2009
Sep 14, 2013, Other Photos