Desert Storm Taps #8,9,10,11,12– June 09

Again I call notice to YOUNG AGE GROUP OF DEATHS! 

I also say again VA and elected Representatives and Senators, Honor their deaths introduce a bill in this session of Congress to set up a Registry of Deaths of Desert Storm Veterans Name-Unit-Age-Cause-VA Rating- of Death completely Accessible to all on internet open to all Desert Storm Veterans whether they use VA or not.  Also a Diagnosed Illness Registry for Desert Storm Veterans.

And a new call for seperate Desert Shield Registries!  For those ready to deploy that got shots and potential secondary exposures ie Vector source equipment returned from gulf.

Calling on all veterans, civilians, everyone share this with other veterans, civilians, and your elected Senators and Representatives.

8.  Richard J. Gill  
GILL
RICHARD J., suddenly on June 9, 2009, age 35. Desert Storm Veteran. Loving son of William Kane and Marlene Gill, brother of Adrienne Kane, grandson of Joanne DeCrosta and Joe DeCrosta, nephew of Glenn, Brenda, Gussy and David, uncle of Haylie, Lil Lucky and Emily, cousin of John and Brooke. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing and Funeral on Monday June 15, 2009 from 3-4:30 P.M. at THE JAMES A. McCAFFERTY FUNERAL HOME, 6709-11 Frankford Ave. (at Unruh Ave.), 215-624-4200. Funeral Service 4:30 P.M. in the Funeral Home. Int. Private. 
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9.  James E. Ellerton  
1947 – 2009
On June 1, 2009, a wonderful man, husband, father, grandfather and soldier transitioned to his Eternal Home. James Erwin Ellerton passed away in his home in his beloved Mammoth, Mont.

Jim was born in Chicago, Ill. (Cook County), 62 years ago on Jan. 29, 1947. He lived in Custer, S.D., in his early years. The family moved to Bozeman, where Jim completed his high school education. Later his family moved to Ennis.

Jim graduated from Montana State University. He served his country with pride as a corpsman in the United States Navy. He saw active duty in Vietnam with the Marines and was reactivated during Desert Storm, serving in the Navy hospital in San Diego, Calif. He retired as a chief corpsman following 27 years of active and reserve duty.

Jim worked as an accountant for the Montana Power Company in Butte, for more than 20 years. He enjoyed his ranch in Whitehall and, following retirement, found new homes in Overton, Nev., and Mammoth (Cardwell), Mont. He loved working with his hands and was an accomplished carpenter.

Jim and his wife, Catherine (Wegener), spent many years involved with 4-H clubs in Montana, with the Wrangler’s Horse Club in Whitehall, and as host parents for five exchange students from Austria, Croatia, Germany and Sweden. He enjoyed looking for and collecting antiques (wife not included). True to his "hippie" youth, Jim was known to frequent various rock concerts throughout the country.

He dearly loved his only child, Kevin Carl Ellerton and his family, Brandi (Barone), Ashtyn Laine and Kyler Thomas of Bozeman. He found great delight in being part of their lives.

His father and stepmother, Russel and Phyllis (Lilyard) Ellerton, preceded him in death.

Jim is survived by his wife, Catherine (Wegener); his mother, MaryAnn (Meyers) Henson of Chicago, Ill.; and siblings: Jolene Ellerton of Missoula; Cathy (Stan) Gardner of Wayne, Neb.; Randy (Laura) Ellerton of Belgrade; Clinton Ellerton (Vickie Morrow) of Swannanoa, N.C.; Judy Lanners of Phoenix, Ariz.; Chuck (Connie) Henson of Gilbert, Ariz.; Lenda (David) Kaplan of San Diego, Calif.; and Joan (Kevin) Sutton of Chicago, Ill. He was very fond of his many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces and always enjoyed the time spent with them, as well the time spent with the many friends he met along his journey.

Following cremation, a private memorial service was held in Mammoth.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jefferson Valley Museum in Whitehall; to the Ennis Library in Ennis; or to Voluntary Services for Veterans in Need, P.O. Box 81, Fort Harrison, MT 59636.
 
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10.  Ronald Christopher "Chris" Collins  
MOUNT ZION – Ronald Christopher "Chris" Collins, 38, of Mount Zion, passed away at 11:50 am Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at St. Mary’s Hospital with his family by his side. Graveside services to celebrate Ron’s life will be held at noon on Saturday, June 13, 2009 in the veterans section of Graceland Cemetery, conducted by Pastor Ron Howerton. The Macon County Honor Guard will conduct full Military Honors. Visitation will be held from 10 am to service time at the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to children’s education fund in care of the funeral home. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com. Chris was born April 12, 1971 in Decatur, the son of Ronald L. and Sandy L. (Beard) Collins. Chris graduated from Argenta Oreana High School and Richland Community College. He proudly served his country in the Marines being activated during Desert Storm. He was a supervisor at Tate & Lyle for 15 years. Chris married Tammi D. Mayberry on October 15, 1994 in Argenta. He enjoyed the outdoors- fishing, hunting, mushrooming and all sports. He enjoyed watching his children; they were his heart and soul. Chris was a devoted Semper Fi, always faithful husband, father son and brother. He is survived by his wife: Tammi, son: Travis at home, daughter: Kearstyn at home, parents: Ron and Sandy Collins of Argenta, sister: Alisa Collins of Decatur and his beloved pet Shi-Tzu’s. God Bless for Chris is with the Lord! Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at www.legacy.com/herald-review/Obituaries.asp

11.  MICHELETTI, Dain Marshall
On June 7, 2009, at the age of 38, Dain entered into peace surrounded by his family. Born to Dennis and De’Lynn on May 11, 1971, he was the welcomed little brother to Dean and Denyne. Dain was a lifelong "Sacramentan". He attended Del Dayo Elementary School, Arden Middle School and Rio American High School. He proudly served this country as a member of the United States Marine Corps and served in Desert Shield and Desert Storm. For the last couple of years, Dain struggled with finding the right place in this world. Through his search, he made many friends from all walks of life. From the friends he met later in his life to those that have seen him through his many journeys, Dain will be sorely missed. To have a life end so young leaves a void that cannot be filled for his family and friends. Dain was preceded in death by his grandparents Julio and Mary Micheletti; and Nick and Alyce Zadorakin. He leaves behind his parents Dennis and De’Lynn Micheletti, brother Dean, sister Denyne (Mark), and nephews Kevin and Mitchell and nieces Haley and Michaela. A private Holy Rosary and service will be held for the family. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice in the name of Dain Marshall Micheletti. Care entrusted to Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger Funeral Home, 5401 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA. www.sacbee.com

12.  Thomas Edward Boling III  
BOLING, Thomas Edward III, 45, of Inverness, Fla., passed away June 6, 2009. He is survived by his mother, Peggy Cauble-Cox of Amarillo, Texas; father, Thomas Boling II, of San Diego, Calif.; two wonderful children, Austin, 16, and Brooke, 14, of Inverness, Fla.; his loving soul mate forever, Nanette Fiocca of Spring Hill, Fla.; and several other sisters, brothers and friends. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a corporal and was in Desert Storm in which he was very proud to serve. Tom was a very loving family man who enjoyed all outdoor activities from camping and kayaking to mountain climbing, dirt biking, and boating. He will be truly missed by all. A military memorial service will be conducted from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2009, at Liberty Park in Inverness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom’ s name to the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa.
 
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