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<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />William Jerse, Army, Cpl<br/>Born 11/1/1948<br/>Passed on 5/12/1969<br/>Posted by: Barbara L Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Died at the young age of 20 in Vietnam. He went to El Cajon Valley High School.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> William Jerse, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Walter Kirt Clarke, Army, PFC<br/>Born 2/28/1944<br/>Passed on 4/29/1968<br/>Posted by: Barbara Dyer Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Much too young to die at 24 years of age in Vietnam. He went to El Cajon Valley High School.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Walter Kirt Clarke, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Richard James Eisloeffel, Navy, Major <br/>Born 6/8/1954<br/>Passed on 10/31/1988<br/>Posted by: Barbara Dyer Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>We both went to El Cajon Valley High School. He was such a powerhouse. I still remember his death being in the Daily Californian. I was shocked. I wanted to honor his life taken too soon.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Richard James Eisloeffel, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Richard M Cersosimo, Navy, YNC<br/>Born 5/16/1940<br/>Passed on 7/26/2025<br/>Posted by: Kathryn Cersosimo<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>A dedicated family man who was most proud of his family and his twenty years of service in the United States Navy. He is missed daily.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Richard M Cersosimo, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Randy Ren Pedretti, Army, Master Sargent <br/>Born 1/24/1947<br/>Passed on 1/21/2012<br/>Posted by: Barbara L Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>MSG US ARMY - VIETNAM - Awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the TheArmy Commendation Medal.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Randy Ren Pedretti, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Lorin F. Douthett, Air Force, Major<br/>Born 3/8/1915<br/>Passed on 11/29/1985<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>To honor my my husband Lorin (who I purchased a wreath for in January) I am sponsoring a wreath for a veteran named Lorin also. My hubby died 3 years ago today. This Lorin served in WWII, Korea and Vietnam.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Lorin F. Douthett, Air Force
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Glenn Eugene Luhnow, Army, PFC<br/>Born 9/9/1945<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Glenn Eugene Luhnow, Private First Class, U.S. Army, Vietnam, KIA. Bronze Star and Purple Heart. On October 14, 1967, while participating in Operation Kunia, near Ben Suc, Binh Duong Province, Glenn was killed during a search and destroy mission in the Ho Bo Woods. He served with Company D, 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division. A graduate of Grossmont High School, Glennwas outgoing, fun, enjoyed sports and lived each day to the fullest. His wife Sandy was expecting their first child, a daughter who was named after her dad - Glennda Gene Luhnow.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Glenn Eugene Luhnow, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Donald A Gary, Navy, Commander <br/>Born 7/3/1903<br/>Passed on 4/9/1977<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>World War II Medal of Honor Recipient. He received the award from President Harry S. Truman at the White House on January 23, 1946 for his actions as a lieutenant junior grade aboard the Naval aircraft carrier USS Franklin in the Seto Inland Sea near Kobe, Japan on March 19, 1945. He enlisted in the US Navy in December 1919 and served continuously in the enlisted ranks until November 1943, when he received a commission as a lieutenant, junior grade. He was then assigned to the Third Naval District and as an inspector of machinery at the Babcock and Wilcox and in December 1944, he was assigned to the Navy aircraft carrier USS Franklin as an engineering officer. On March 19, 1945 the USS Franklin was severely damaged by a Japanese air attack when he discovered there were 300 men trapped in a blackened mess compartment and, finding an exit, he kept returning to lead groups out of harm's way. He later organized and led firefighting parties to battle the inferno on the hangar deck and entered number three fireroom to raise steam in one of the boilers, braving extreme hazards in so doing. Following the war, he remained with the USS Franklin until it was decommissioned in 1947. He then took a post with the Naval Disciplinary Barracks at Terminal Island, California, where he served until his retirement at the rank of commander in June 1950. In 1983 the guided missile frigate USS Gary was named in honor. His Medal of Honor citation reads: "For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as an Engineering Officer attached to the U.S.S. Franklin when that vessel was fiercely attacked by enemy aircraft during the operations against the Japanese Home Islands near Kobe, Japan, March 19, 1945. Stationed on the third deck when the ship was rocked by a series of violent explosions set off in her own ready bombs, rockets and ammunition by the hostile attack, Lieutenant Gary unhesitatingly risked his life to assist several hundred me</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Donald A Gary, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Viggo Harbo Graversen, Army, Sargent <br/>Born 3/28/1918<br/>Passed on 9/28/1962<br/>Posted by: Barbara L Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Viggo came to America from Denmark and served in the Army in WWII. His son Victor served in the Navy - Vietnam. Victor is in the wall at Miramar National Cemetery.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Viggo Harbo Graversen, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Michael Raymond Kiehl, Army, Pfc<br/>Born 12/9/1944<br/>Passed on 5/19/1966<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Died in Vietnam. A east county soldier who died too young.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Michael Raymond Kiehl, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Ronald Patrick Russell, Army, Specialist 4 CO A<br/>Born 11/6/1948<br/>Passed on 3/4/1969<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Ronnie died in Kontum, Republic of Vietnam. He was driving a 5 ton truck when it ran over a box mine in a recon patrol. The explosion blew the back dual tires off of the truck. The explosion blast also ruptured the diesel tank at the same time, just as Ronnie was exiting the vehicle, the blast ignited the fuel and washed him in it. He was burned almost beyond recognition. He lived for three days. He was 20 years old. Ronnie's platoon sergeant relayed this story, as he was there when it happened.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Ronald Patrick Russell, Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Memory Of</strong><br />Robert Leroy Credell, Navy<br/>Born 4/11/1943<br/>Passed on 10/31/1964<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>Died in Vietnam. If anyone has more information?</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Robert Leroy Credell, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Honor Of</strong><br />James POYNTER, Navy<br/>Born 12/1/1916<br/>Passed on 11/4/1950<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'> JAMES I POYNTER Dec 1, 1916 - Nov 4, 1950 James I. Poynter Born December 1, 1916 Bloomington, Illinois Died November 4, 1950 (aged 33) near Sudong, North Korea Place of burial Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego, California For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a squad leader in a rifle platoon of Company A, in action against enemy aggressor forces during the defense of Hill 532, south of Sudong, Korea. When a vastly outnumbering, well-concealed hostile force launched a sudden, vicious counterattack against his platoon's hasty defensive position, Sgt. Poynter displayed superb skill and courage in leading his squad and directing its fire against the onrushing enemy. With his ranks critically depleted by casualties and he himself critically wounded as the onslaught gained momentum and the hostile force surrounded his position, he seized his bayonet and engaged in bitter hand-to-hand combat as the breakthrough continued. Observing three machine guns closing in at a distance of 25 yards, he dashed from his position and, grasping hand grenades from fallen marines as he ran, charged the emplacements in rapid succession, killing the crews of two and putting the other out of action before he fell, mortally wounded. By his self-sacrificing and valiant conduct, Sgt. Poynter inspired the remaining members of his squad to heroic endeavor in bearing down upon and repelling the disorganized enemy, thereby enabling the platoon to move out of the trap to a more favorable tactical position. His indomitable fighting spirit, fortitude, and great personal valor maintained in the face of overwhelming odds sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life.</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> James POYNTER, Navy
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>A Tribute</strong><br />Donald Gene Jackson , Marine Corps<br/>Born 3/16/1948<br/>Passed on 4/23/1968<br/>Posted by: Barbara Channell<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>DONALD GENE JACKSON WALL NAME DONALD G JACKSON PANEL / LINE 51E/39 DATE OF BIRTH 03/16/1948 CASUALTY PROVINCE THUA THIEN DATE OF CASUALTY 04/23/1968 HOME OF RECORD LAKESIDE COUNTY OF RECORD San Diego County STATE CA BRANCH OF SERVICE MARINE CORPS RANK LCPL</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Donald Gene Jackson , Marine Corps
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Honor Of</strong><br />Anund Charles Roark , Army, Gunnery Sargeant <br/>Passed on 1/1/1968<br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'> Vietnam War - U.S. Army ANUND CHARLES ROARK DETAILS RANK: SERGEANT CONFLICT/ERA: VIETNAM WAR UNIT/COMMAND: COMPANY C, 1ST BATTALION, 12TH INFANTRY, 4TH INFANTRY DIVISION MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH: U.S. ARMY MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE: MAY 16, 1968 MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE: KONTUM PROVINCE, REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM CITATION For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Sgt. Roark distinguished himself by extraordinary gallantry while serving with Company C. Sgt. Roark was the point squad leader of a small force which had the mission of rescuing 11 men in a hilltop observation post under heavy attack by a company-size force, approximately 1,000 meters from the battalion perimeter. As lead elements of the relief force reached the besieged observation post, intense automatic-weapons fire from enemy-occupied bunkers halted their movement. Without hesitation, Sgt. Roark maneuvered his squad, repeatedly exposing himself to withering enemy fire to hurl grenades and direct the fire of his squad to gain fire superiority and cover the withdrawal of the outpost and evacuation of its casualties. Frustrated in their effort to overrun the position, the enemy swept the hilltop with small arms and volleys of grenades. Seeing a grenade land in the midst of his men, Sgt. Roark, with complete disregard for his safety, hurled himself upon the grenade, absorbing its blast with his body. Sgt. Roark's magnificent leadership and dauntless courage saved the lives of many of his comrades and were the inspiration for the successful relief of the outpost. His actions which culminated in the supreme sacrifice of his life were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflect great credit on himself and the U.S. Army. Medal of Honor Recipient Anund C. Roark MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT ANUND C. ROARK ADDITIONAL DETAILS ACCREDITED TO: LOS ANGELES, LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA AWARDED POSTHUMOUSLY: YES PRESENTAT</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Anund Charles Roark , Army
<i class="material-icons" data-template="memories-icon">stars</i><br/><strong>In Honor Of</strong><br />Jimmie Earl Howard, Marine Corps, First Sergeant <br/><div class='remember-wall-long-description'>JIMMIE EARL HOWARD DETAILS • RANK: STAFF SERGEANT (RANK AT TIME OF PRESENTATION: GUNNERY SERGEANT; HIGHEST RANK: FIRST SERGEANT) • CONFLICT/ERA: VIETNAM WAR • UNIT/COMMAND: COMPANY C, 1ST RECONNAISSANCE BATTALION, 1ST MARINE DIVISION (REIN) FMF • MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH: U.S. MARINE CORPS • MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE: JUNE 16, 1966 • MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE: NEAR CHU LAI, REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM CITATION For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. G/Sgt. Howard and his 18-man platoon were occupying an observation post deep within enemy-controlled territory. Shortly after midnight a Viet Cong force of estimated battalion size approached the marines' position and launched a vicious attack with small-arms, automatic-weapons, and mortar fire. Reacting swiftly and fearlessly in the face of the overwhelming odds, G/Sgt. Howard skillfully organized his small but determined force into a tight perimeter defense and calmly moved from position to position to direct his men's fire. Throughout the night, during assault after assault, his courageous example and firm leadership inspired and motivated his men to withstand the unrelenting fury of the hostile fire in the seemingly hopeless situation. He constantly shouted encouragement to his men and exhibited imagination and resourcefulness in directing their return fire. When fragments of an exploding enemy grenade wounded him severely and prevented him from moving his legs, he distributed his ammunition to the remaining members of his platoon and proceeded to maintain radio communications and direct air strikes on the enemy with uncanny accuracy. At dawn, despite the fact that five men were killed and all but one wounded, his beleaguered platoon was still in command of its position. When evacuation helicopters approached his position, G/Sgt. Howard warned them away and called for additional air strikes and directed devastating small-arms fire and air strikes against</div><a class='btn btn-primary btn-sm mt-2 remember-wall-toggle-long-description' onclick='initRememberWallToggleLongDescriptionBtn(this)'>Learn more</a> Jimmie Earl Howard, Marine Corps

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Jack Duke Snyder
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Jack Duke Snyder, Chief
Posted by: Beth & Family
Never Forgotten. Thank you very much for your service!
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William E Crawley
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William E Crawley
Purple Heart recipient
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Gerald Ready, Navy
In Memory Of
Gerald Ready, Navy
Born 5/5/1938
Posted by: Jodie A.
We love you.
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Charles Bixby, Navy
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Charles Bixby, Navy
From Pennie McMahon