This is for you, Ben, and for Lud.

 

One of you already sent the picture to me of you two at Floyd's final resting place in Henri Chappelle.  Thank you, again, for sending it.  I did make a hard copy the first time you sent the photo so I could show other family members.  I think you told me that the man in the red sweater was Lud so I will assume the other man is you, Ben.

 

My Mom, Floyd's 89-year old sister, just happens to be visiting me from her home in Missouri.  It was so nice that I could show her the photo and let her know how LOYAL the men of the 517th are until their last days.

 

Mom and I were wondering what the second line, under Floyd's name, might say (on his cross).  I have a feeling it might be Floyd's rank and outfit but we couldn't read it.  We were able to make out the third line.  If one of you has a moment, could you let us know what that second line says?  Thank you so much.

 

And YES, we all have known that Floyd has been in Henri Chappelle.  It was just a momentary thought I had (that he might not be there) after I read some of the emails to the 517th site over the past couple of weeks.

 

I will continue to be a supporter of ... Airborne Forever !!!

 

Kenton Floyd Immerfall

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The second line is- 1 LT 517 PRCHT INF REGT-Ben

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June Hupman

 

Hello Ben!  I am having trouble getting in touch with Bob Christi.  Has
his e-mail address changed?  Please let me know how I can contact him.
Thanks!   I enjoy reading the mail from all the Troopers.  Thanks for
all you do.                                        June

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Bob's email address is rjcx517@aol.com --Ben

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Gene Frice

 

SOLDIER'S FUNERAL TEXAS STYLE

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Helen Beddow

 

A Reminder For The Reunion in Savannah

I have been pleasantly surprised with the phone calls that I have received regarding the 517th Reunion.  I have been talking to men who do not take the Thunderbolt or receive Mail Call, but have been called by some of their friends that have the Reunion information.  These men are excited about coming to Savannah and being a part of this Reunion.  I want to thank those that have been in touch with these gentlemen and have encouraged them to participate in our reunion and to see people they haven't seen in years.  Please continue to contact your friends and encourage the men and their families to come to Savannah -- it is great to hear the excitement in their voices when talking to them.

Again, there is a Shuttle service provided by Gray Line Tours that runs a shuttle from the Savannah International Airport to downtown Savannah daily until 11:00 p.m.  When arriving at the Savannah airport, you may purchase a round-trip ticket for $20.00 or a one-way ticket for $15.00.  There is also taxi service with the fares being $20.00 for the first person, and $5.00 for each additional person.  The City of Savannah has permitted the taxi drivers to charge an extra $1.00 per person because of the jump in gasoline prices. 

Keep the Registrations rolling in.........see you in August.

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Charles Cook