Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009
Subject: Joseph OTERSON, 2nd Lieutenant. H Co., 376th Reg, 94th Div
From: Darlene Ward <ddwar3@gmail.com>

Joseph OTERSON
Box 222
Dixonville, PA 15734

On 24 May 2006 Joseph OTERSON passed in Indiana, PA. Joseph was a member of H Co., 376th Regiment, 94th Infantry Division during WWII. He landed at Utah beach on 8 Sep 1944 and participated in all the combat campaigns in Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace and Central Europe. Joseph was awarded a battlefield commission to 2nd LT in early 1945. Joseph was released from the US Army on 1 Jun 1945 with the rank of 2nd Lieutenant.

Joseph is survived by his wife Helen, daughters Darlene, Stephanie, Barbara and son Jeffrey.

Date: Fri, 09 Oct 2009
From: N2uqs <n2uqs@optonline.net>
Subject: John F Landy

Id like to let you know that my farther Mr. John F Landy has passed away. He passed on 9/9/09, Pop-Pop we called him was one of your members and a "PROUD" 94th infantry Div. member. Would you be kind enough to let the rest of the 94th members of his passing. I'm not sure if any of his war frinds are still with us but if so and want any info from the family please email me at sb200@optonline.net.

LANDY - John F., of East Islip, LI, on September 9, 2009. Proud United States Army World War II Veteran in the 94th Infantry Division during the Battle of the Buldge. Dedicated retiree of the New York Police Department. Member of Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 7. Beloved husband of Anne C. Landy for 58 years. Loving father of John J. and Kris Landy, Carolanne and Joseph Kosik, Mary and Fred Billings, Brian and Michele Landy, Anne and Christopher Caulfield. Adored grandfather of Kaitlin, Kerri, Stephen, Allison, Kyle, Melissa, Lauren, Conor, John, Brian, Kayla and Dana. Cherished brother of Rev. Joseph Landy.

Regards,

Chris

Lawence Howard Feuer passed away at home in Fearrington Village, NC on September 26, 2009. Larry was known for his wit and humor and his ability to make friends wherever he went.

Born in Brooklyn in 1925 and raised in Queens, Larry attended Queens College before serving as a PFC in the 301st Regiment of the 94th Infantry Division during World War II. He fought in the Ardennes, Northern France and the Rhineland campaigns. Those who have heard him describe himself as the worst soldier in the U.S. Army, single handedly delaying Allied victory by months, will be surprised to learn that he earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star.

When he returned from the war, Larry attended Columbia University and received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and began working as a commercial real estate broker. He married Carol Diamond in December, 1949 and soon worked for his father-in-law Jack Diamond, at his menswear store in Brooklyn and then in Manhattan. Commuting from Long Island, Larry soon managed the store and eventually became the owner.

Larry's real passions were his hobbies and he zealously maintained what he described as his professional dilettante status in all of them: sailing, photography, woodworking, astronomy, rhododendron and bonsai horticulture, and painting. Larry and Carol moved to Fearrington Village in 1998. He is survived by Carol, his wife of 59 years, his children Jules Feuer, Matthew Feuer and Kim Ruys de Perez, his sister Jane Kaufman and grandchildren Alexander, Stephanie, Andrew, Rebecca and Emily.

From: "Jack Templeton" <jackatem@iowatelecom.net>
Subject: Bruce E. Longstreet I/302
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009

BRUCE E. LONGSTREET

Des Moines

Bruce E. Longstreet, 84, passed from this life on Friday, October 2, 2009 at Kavanagh House in Des Moines after a short illness. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 7, at Iles Funeral Homes- Westover Chapel in Des Moines. Burial will follow at the Masonic Cemetery in Des Moines.

Bruce was married over 52 years to Gloria M. Longstreet and having one son, Scott. He was an owner- partner with American Abstract Co. for 37 years, retiring in 1989. Active in teaching WWII history, he strived to promote recognition of those who served. He was on the Board of Directors for the Gold Star Museum and a committee member for the WWII Memorial. Bruce was a member of First Federated Church.

He is survived by his son, Scott Longstreet and wife, Juli of Urbandale; one sister, Jane Coffey of Galva IL; two granddaughters, Kelsey Hunsberger and husband John of Johnston and Abbey Longstreet of Urbandale. He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Gloria.

The family will greet friends from 5 to 7 pm Tuesday, October 6, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to First Federated Church of Des Moines.

Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2009
From: CHRIS DAVIDSON <darkwing925@yahoo.com>
Subject: Technical Sgt. Harry I Grindstaff, 94th ID, 302nd Inf, Co L.

Technical Sgt. Harry I Grindstaff, 94th ID, 302nd Inf, Co L.
Awards include Silver Star, Purple Heart, Combat Infantry Badge & Bronze Star, European Campaign w/ 3 Campaign Stars.

Mr. Harry I. Grindstaff, 88, of Forest City, died Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009 at Rutherford Hospital.

He was the son of the late Peter and Belle Weatherman Grindstaff, and was preceded in death by a son, Arthur Grindstaff. Harry retired from Grindstaff's Interiors, and was a member and a former Deacon at First Baptist Church of Bostic. He was a WWII Army veteran and earned a Purple Heart, a Silver Star, and a Bronze Star.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Evelyn Barrier Grindstaff; two daughters, Brenda Grindstaff Davidson and Debra Grindstaff Hester, both of Forest City; five sons, Larry Grindstaff and his wife MarieLota, Edward Grindstaff, Ronnie Grindstaff, Stanley Grindstaff and his wife Gail, all of Forest City, and Dennis Grindstaff of Bostic; six grandchildren, Christopher Davidson, Eric Hester, Jr., Sarah Grindstaff, Ashley Grindstaff, Faith Grindstaff, and Daniel Grindstaff.

The Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at First Baptist Church of Bostic. Rev. Clay Earle will officiate. The body will lie in state thirty minutes prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Green Valley Baptist Church Cemetery in Spruce Pine. The Rutherford County Honor Guard will provide Military Honors at the grave.

EDWARD V. McGOVERN

Des Moines

Edward V. McGovern, 84, died of complications from pneumonia on September 5, 2009 at The Kavanagh House on 56th in Des Moines, Iowa. Mass is set for 10 a.m. at St. Theresa Catholic Church on Wednesday, September 9, 2009. Father Larry Hoffmann will celebrate the Mass. Ed was a man of deep faith and a dedicated member of the church for more than 54 years. He served as a church volunteer on numerous occasions.

Ed was born on April 18, 1925 in Davenport, Iowa. He was the eighth of eleven children born to Hattie Belle (Keyes) McGovern and Charles McGovern. Ed graduated from Davenport High School. Following high school, Ed enlisted in the United States Army where he served in the 94th Infantry during World War II. He was honorably discharged in February 1946.

After he completed his military service, Ed enrolled at St. Ambrose College in Davenport, Iowa. In just two years and nine months, he obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in economics and a minor in German. He was the first member of his family to graduate from college.

Subsequent to graduation, Ed secured employment at the state agency, formerly known as the Iowa Employment Security Commission. He was employed there for three years. Then Ed commenced his thirty-eight year career at Iowa Power and Light Company, now known as Mid-America Energy. At "the power company," Ed worked as an accountant, and a department manager. He was a recognized expert in coal accounting, and had published an article on the topic. He was a frequent contributor on coal accounting at national conferences.

On February 18, 1950, Ed married the love of his life, Marilyn J. Chekal of Clinton, Iowa. They were married at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Clinton. They resided in Davenport, Iowa for three years following their marriage.

He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. His extended family was paramount to his life. Ed traveled extensively with his wife. He relished solving the daily crossword puzzle, reading books, playing both bridge and poker and watching the University of Iowa football team on television. In his younger days, he enjoyed golfing and playing volleyball.

Ed is survived by his wife. Other survivors of Ed, include his six children and their spouses. They are Miki McGovern, (Jack Janda) of Woodward, Iowa; Monica Briggs, (G. Raymond Briggs) of Clive, Iowa; Matt McGovern, (Rebecca Stamper McGovern) of Florissant, Missouri; Marty McGovern, (Candy Paulis) of Indianapolis, Indiana; Mark, (Pam McGovern) of Gretna, Nebraska; and Mike McGovern of Omaha, Nebraska.

Ed is also survived by his ten grandchildren, their spouses and three great- granddaughters. Finally, Ed is survived by his sister, Pat Ginn of San Leandro, California and his many nieces and nephews.

From: Ken Bunning <steeldragonfly@mac.com>
Subject: Edward H. Brimfield
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009

Edward H. Brimfield died Saturday August 22nd 2009 at Care One Rehabilitation Center in Moorestown NJ. He was 88 years old and had been suffering from several ailments requiring hospitalization over the last 2 months. Edward was my father in law. He is survived by his daughter JoBeth (Brimfield) Bunning and our 3 daughters Pamela Platania, Diana Nelson, and Erin Cruz. He also has 3 great grandchildren...Selah Faith Nelson, Seth Laurence Nelson, and Nolan Rey Cruz.

He was a lifelong resident of Camden County, New Jersey until moving with us to Florida 2 years ago.

He was in the band and involved with music all his life. He really enjoyed the comarodery he had with his 94th Division Buddies. He has gone to be with Jesus.

Rest in Peace,

Ken Bunning

From: "John" <brizzy@hvc.rr.com>
Subject: Robert S. Brizzolara
Date: Wed, 12 Aug 2009

ROBERT S. BRIZZOLARA
GOSHEN, NEW YORK
Robert S Brizzolara, age 84, of Goshen, NY died Monday, August 3 , 2009 at Valley View Center for Nursing Care & Rehab of Goshen.

Robert was born August 3, 1925 in Palisades, NY. He is the son of Fred and Carrie (Delo) Brizzolara. He was married to Charlotte Foltete Brizzolara who predeceased him July 21, 2008.

Robert was a member of the 94th Infantry Division and served in WW2 from 1943 - 1946 where he received the Purple Heart Medal.

He is survived by 2 sons, James R. Brizzolara and his wife Susan of Bloomingburg; NY.; John P. Brizzolara and his wife Theresa of Washingtonville; 2 daughters, Carol D. Davis and husband Richard of Honesdale, PA, Marilyn Macerone and husband Paul of Blooming Grove; brother, Charles of Orangeburg, NY; 9 grandchildren, Carrie Mazanec and husband Kenneth, Joseph and Paul Macerone, Shawn Bihler, Christopher and Danielle Brizzolara, Josephine, John and Jacqueline Brizzolara; 2 great grandchildren, Cyrah & Kayne Bihler.

He was predeceased by his parents, wife Charlotte, and grandson, Scott Bihler.
Visitation will be Thursday, August 6, 2009 from 6-8 pm at the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc., 82 South Church St., Goshen, with the Funeral Service Immediately Following.
Internment will be private at the Orange County Veterans Cemetery, Goshen, NY.

My father was very proud of 94th and his service to his country. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.

With much sadness,

John Brizzolara

Haslin R. Libby, 93, of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Hesperia, CA died Thursday, April 23, 2009 at his home in San Antonio. He was born August 19, 1915 in Alvin, Texas, the son of Harry and Bertha Smith Libby, formerly of Kankakee, IL. Mr. Libby lived in California for 40 years after moving there in l965 from Kankakee, IL with his family. He retired after 21 years from North American Van Lines as a driver, first of household goods, then for their Electronics division.

Mr. Libby also proudly served in World War II with Company B, 302nd Infantry Regiment, 94th Infantry Division. During his time of service he received numerous recognitions and was the recipient of the Purple Heart Medal for action seen in the European theater. He was a member, while in Illinois, of the Illinois National Guard and the Civil Air Patrol. In his youth he was also a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Deceased are four brothers, William, George, Lawrence and Finley; and two sisters, Marie and Julia. He is survived by his wife, the former Angelina Brown Libby, whom he married June 5, 1948 in Douglas, AZ; three sons and a daughter, Donald R. Libby and Jessica Libby, Kenneth Libby and Janice Libby, Michael Libby, and Colleen Libby; nine grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.

From: "Bill Kline" <bill.kline1@verizon.net>
Subject: Robert F. Tittiger
Date: Wed, 08 Jul 2009

Robert F. Tittiger, 90, of Lower Swatara Township, died Tuesday, June 23, 2009 in Frey Village Retirement Center.

He was a retired Electrician for Bethlehem Steel Corporation, an Army veteran of World War II serving with the 94th Infantry Division, a member of the former St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, Enhaut, and a member of Prince of Peace Roman Catholic Parish, Steelton. He loved all nature, especially feeding the birds that came to his bird feeder, camping at Raystown Lake and hunting and fishing.

He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Martha Shope Tittiger; two daughters, Julie A. Lenard and husband, Otto S., Hershey and Kathy E. Gottshall and husband, Ronald L., Middletown; three grandsons, Steven J. Lenard and wife, Nancy A., Tega Cay, SC, Robert P. Lenard and wife, Chantell L., Northville, MI, and David L. Gottshall and wife, Kristina M., Harrisburg; one granddaughter, Alicia B. Titus and husband, Stephen C., Middletown; 2 great grandsons, Shane W. Lenard and Evan J. Titus; 3 great granddaughters, Delaney M. Lenard, Miranda L. Lenard and Abigail L. Gottshall; one sister, Marian Kasker, Keeling, VA; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, including 2 special cousins, Catherine Lutz and Anne Reynolds.

Robert Tremaine Parsons

PARSONS, Robert Tremaine Of Silver City, NM, passed away on January 10, (EST), 2009. He was born January 10, 1919 in Hyde Park, MA to Tremaine Parsons and Marion E. (Cook) Parsons of Lenox, MA.

He served from 1942-1945 as Captain in Infantry Company Commander, Hq. Co., 376th Regt., 94th Infantry Division, U.S. Army.

Mr. Parsons lived in Weston and Lincoln, MA, retiring to Harrisville, NH in 1990, and moving to Silver City, NM in 1998.

He was preceded in death by his first wife Betty Jean VanKeuren Parsons and their daughter Elizabeth Rockwell Parsons, and by his wife Jean Richmond Parsons, & her daughter Burr Nelson. He is survived by his three children Peter VK Parsons of Boston, MA, Robin M. Parsons of Silver City, NM & Tremaine Parsons of Georgetown, CA; step-children Rowena, Lee and Perry Nelson, Eroica Schenck & Skye Savageaux; grandchildren Lian & William Parsons, Arow and Tsama Parsons-Pineda, Robin T. & Maida Parsons; & great-granddaughter Samera Solenne Castillo.

Franklyn James Hentges

Hentges, Franklyn James 82, of Anoka, longtime Rochester resident, died 4/21, Maranatha Care Center, Brooklyn Center, after a long illness. Born 7/7/1926 in Rochester to George Nicholas Hentges and Wilhemina "Minnie" Katrina Louisa Berg. Attended St. John's grade school. Graduated Lourdes HS 1944.

Drafted Oct. 44. Fought in Patton's 3rd Army, 94th Infantry Div., Germany and Czechoslovakia. Awarded Bronze Star.

Attended Rochester Junior College. Earned BA English St. John's Univ. 1952. Worked at Hentges Glass Company. Longtime member Soldiers Field men's golf club, Elks, Eagles, St. John's parish. Preceded in death by wife Marjorie Ann Joachim, siblings Baby Boy, Edward, George Jr., Robert, Beverly. Survived by sisters Lorette of Rochester, Dolores (James) Nelson of LeRoy; daughter Elizabeth (C. McAuley) Hentges of Champlin; grandsons Nicholas, Jonatan.