Hello Everyone

I should have mentioned last time that I just finished adding quite a bit of
material to my website about Women in Vietnam (although not all the material
I have been sent.) Check it out, particularly:

Photo Tours at http://www.illyria.com/vnwtours.html Two more people have
contributed photos of their tours, so I am highlighting the four on-line
scrapbooks I have now. You have to see these to appreciate how interesting
they are. Thanks again to the women who took considerable time and effort
to share their photos.

Health Stuff at http://www.illyria.com/vnwhealth.html These are links to VN
related health problems. The focus is on women of course.

Help for Students at http://www.illyria.com/vnwstudent.html You guys are
popular! I get a lot of requests from students for women to interview.
This page is an attempt to head the kids off from asking uninformed
questions, to educate them that vet interviews are not to be undertaken
lightly & may not be necessary, & lastly to provide the names of women who
*may* consent to an interview if the student *really* has to do one. Take a
look at this controlled environment -or rather an attempt <G> to control the
environment. I would like to have more participants to spread the burdon,
so please consider doing this. You may opt in and opt out at any time and
your participation is appreciated, whatever you can do.

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I had a note from Mo Nerli about the success of her campaign in California
(Congratulations Mo!) to commemorate civilian women who served:

Maureen Nerli here. Just a quick note to tell you that I spoke to the
California Assembly on Monday, January 10th. The resolution, ACR83, passed
the Assembly. Now it goes onto the Senate. I will be in Sacramento for
that too. And when Governor Grey Davis, a Vietnam veteran, signs the bill
into reality.

Assemblyman Ted Lempert, who sponsored the legislation, was so helpful to
all of us. Lily Adams came along and was asked to say a few words too. We
both cried when the Assembly passed the resolution. Why not! Nearly 30years
in the making, this resolution will make history.
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Black military women, Past, Present & Future
See http://www.ns.net/cadva/women/wevents.htm

You are wanted to attend a reunion
PLACE: Chicago, Illinois
DATE: 23-27 August 2000
Be there and bring a sister soldier
Everyone is welcome

THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK MILITARY WOMEN formerly (Black WAAC,,
WAC,, Women In Service)

For more information contact Belinda Burnes, (708) 534-3637 or SGM Culpepper
(708) 889-1026 or write to:
"NABMW 12th Biennial Reunion", P.O. Box 960, Lansing, IL 60438

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Please note the photo exhibit Requiem will be in Chicago at that time at the
Chicago Historical Society. The exhibit is in conjunction with the book of
that title by Fass and Page & is a moving, disturbing collection of photos
by photographers who were killed in Vietnam. There may be some women VN
vets getting together in Chicago to see the exhibit, possibly the same
weekend as this reunion. If you are interested in hooking up, contact me
(Marilyn) webmaster@... The Air Show is also that weekend. It will
be a nice sendoff for the Black military reunion!

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Calling all Army Women, Past & Present
Women's Army Corps Veterans Association invites you to join us at the 54th
Annual Convention
Hosted by Sacramento Chapter #96, 30 August - 3 September 2000
Doubletree Hotel, 2001 Point West Way (Arden Way & 80 fwy),
Sacramento,California 95815
Reservations: Call (916) 929-8855

More info at http://www.ns.net/cadva/women/wevents.htm

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My english class is doing
a project on Vietnam. The topic I chose was the strength
and courage of women in vietnam. As a Part of it we must
do a face to face interview with a vietnam vet. I was
wondering if you could help me in any way, i would
appreciate it very much. Preferably i would like a women
to interview . thank you very much

I live in massillon/canton ohio. i need to have the
interview done around march 6-7. Thank you very much.

Kristin Moeller
kaylor_rae@...

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Hello! My name is Lena Fairless; I am a junior nursing student at
Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri. Last evening I watched
the LTC program, "Vietnam: Women at War". It struck a stong chord with
me and as I watched I copied down all the nurses names featured on the
program.
Do you know of a nurse living somewhere vaguely close to
Kirksville (Kansas City or St. Louis would qualify, I think!) who would
be willing to come to one of our nursing student's association meetings
and speak of her/his experiences at Vietnam? I'd be more than happy to
answer any questions you have concerning this idea; you may reach me at
the email address below.

Thank you,
Lena Fairless
lena4444@...

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My name is John Knight and I am currently teaching a course I titled America
in Vietnam. I am looking for women veterans to speak to my students (High
School age). I am in Waterford Michigan. Thank you for your help.
John Knight
jk3owat@...

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Looking for anyone who served with 34 AES or 57 AES in-country, 1968-69.
Flight nurses or med techs. Would like to coordinate a reunion. Contact:
Linda J. Pugsley, 12003 Hope Ln., Tampa, FL 33618; 813-935-1593.

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This TAPING ALERT was passed on:
"C-SPAN 2 (Book TV) will rebroadcast the panel discussion at the
American News Women's Club on Vickie Lewis' book Side-by-Side and the
panel discussion on women in the military this Sunday, March 5 at
0300-0425.

Civilians must have heard that the military gets up early! Enjoy!"

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The guest book follows, but please page all the way to the end to see the
list of women that someone would like to find for an Evac reunion.

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I was a GMO on the surgical service at NSA Hospital Danang 1969-1969. I'd be
interested in hearing from any of thenurses who were at that facility during
that time. Not a day goes by that I don't think of it and the people at
least once. PJ Kelly
Patrick J Kelly, MD <kelly@...>
New York, NY USA - Monday, January 31, 2000 at 21:34:28 (CST)

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Came across this site while researching Nursing Theorists. Suddenly, out of
the corner of my eye I spotted the name of my Professional Development
Instructor at school, Joan Craigwell. Surprise does not even cover the
emotion I felt. Pleased and proud that my instructor has an article posted
barely begins to convey my feelings. A dynamic woman, Ms. Craigwell is an
inspiration to her students. I hope that in my career as a nurse that I can
one day accomplish even half of what she has! Please look at her
article..."The War Was Pain and Fear" A special thanks for all Veterans from
me and my family. We owe you all so much! Thank You!
Joan Hunt <jephjoanie@...>
San Diego, CA USA - Monday, January 31, 2000 at 19:26:22 (CST)
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Hello again, I'm Jody Moore. I already have a messege in the quest book.
I'm so thrilled that you are helping me understand the Vietnam War. Please,
e-mail me with ANYTHING any of you feel compfortable sharing with me. I've
already recieved messeges and stories told by some of you, and trust me, I
honestly couldn't believe how tragic some of those experiences were. I now
have tremendous respect for EVERYBODY INVOLVED with the Vietnam War. I hope
more of you will feel compfortable with bringing me into your lives. Thank
you so much for this learning experience. I really hope to hear from more of
you soon. sincerely yours Jody Moore
Jody Moore <wwjodydo@...>
Casa Grande, AZ USA - Monday, January 31, 2000 at 15:46:56 (CST)
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I'm looking for any Vietnam nurses. Iam doing a research paper with my
frind Jody that will hopefully get us to D.C. I have gotton some response
from my last posting but i hope to get more with this one. So please feel
free to e-mail me with any information...it's all welcome. Thank you!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Blanford <ezri_66@...>
Casa Grande, Az USA - Monday, January 31, 2000 at 15:38:52 (CST)
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I am a VN Vet, Helicopter Pilot, that carves patches and crests for other
VN Vets. I am looking to increase my Pattern Collection and presently in
need the 67th Evac Crest or patch. A scan in JPEG would do real fine. I am
proud to have done several for some of the Angels in OD.
Wm. Robert (Weird) Stanley Sr. <wstanley@...>
Chico, CA USA - Monday, January 31, 2000 at 12:31:11 (CST)
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I was stationed at the 17th Field Hospital in An Khe from July 1970 until
we moved to the 8th Field Hospital in Tuy Hoa.
Dan Andrews <Judgedta@...>
Lakeland, Fl USA - Sunday, January 30, 2000 at 15:20:50 (CST)
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Disabled Marine who wants to say thanks to all the women who served and
made things a little better every day THANK YOU ALL
Robert E. Spain Jr. <fourboys@...>
Potomac, Ill USA - Sunday, January 30, 2000 at 03:35:56 (CST)
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Started a USS Repose Club in Yahoo Clubs hoping to bring together old
Shipmates and patients.....USS Repose 65-67 post office
Harlan Kirkendall <Harlan@...>
Clarksville, TN USA - Saturday, January 29, 2000 at 19:55:20 (CST)
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God Bless the Army Nurses that took care of me during my stay in the
hospital in Cam Rhon Bay, and the wonderful Donut Dollies that entertained
the troops there and in the field. It was because of these brave women that
hell on earth became a bit more bearable.
Terrence McConnell
Sauk Village, IL USA - Saturday, January 29, 2000 at 18:27:42 (CST)
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Great site and long overdue. I am looking for a former roommate in Vietnam.
Unfortunately I do not recall her actual name - her nickname was Tank and
she was in the Marines. As memory serves, she was dating and later engaged
to a man with the last name of Bell. I served in Nam from Nov 67 to Apr 69 -
mostly at MACV Hqs but did somem in and out of country traveling, too. Yes,
I was there during the infamous TET Offensive, too. Any help finding Tank
would be appreciated. Thanks, Pat
Pat [Dean]Rourk <prourk@...>
Norwood, NY USA - Friday, January 28, 2000 at 07:14:17 (CST)
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Welcome home, everyone. I was a pilot for the Army in RVN 68-69, and had a
chance to know several of you wonderful ladies. I was in Qui Nhon, Saigon
and An Khe, and had a chance to see much of Vietnam. Would be interested to
find out wha happened to a Donut Dollie by the name of Toni Dale, and a red
head nurse in Qui Nhon from Nebraska. Thank you for your dedication to us in
Vietnam. I, for one, will never forget.
Aubrey White <henderson2@...>
Panama City, FL USA - Thursday, January 27, 2000 at 21:25:49 (CST)
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Hello, I'm doing a research project for National History Day, and I was
hoping that someone who has experienced or fought in the war of Vietnam
would be interested in helping us learn more about it. Thank you . . . Jody
Moore
Jody Moore <wwjodydo@...> [SEE HER FOLLOW-UP ABOVE]
Casa Grande, AZ USA - Thursday, January 27, 2000 at 15:08:26 (CST)
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I arrived at the 24TH at 6:35pm on Oct. 1, 1968. Missing both leg's, left
arm, broken right arm, broken jaw, broken nose, broken face and only a few
other things wrong. I can't thank you nurse's and the whole team that worked
on me enough. Colleen O'Keefe was an ANGEL the 12 days I was at the 24th.
From the 24th to the 249th at Camp Drake Japan for 10 days then onto Travis
over night. Then to one of the best hospital's in the world Fitzsimmon's
Army Hosp. The medical staff at Fitz. was top's. The Red Cross Gal's (BONNIE
MARTIN & DIXIE) were top's. Thanks for the socks on Christmas of "68"
Bonnie. Physical Ther. was something else, Dave Guy, you're the BEST. You
pushed until I thought I couldn't go any further, you knew better. Life has
been very good, the Good Lord has Blessed me over and over. But if it
weren't for the Angel's God used on us many of us wouldn't of made it!!!
It's true, "Not All The Angel's Are In Heaven." May Our Father place His
Blessings on you & your's. God Bless, In His Service, Jim 'MP' Brunotte
Visit Our Home Page: http://www.geocities.com/~pointmen/
Jim Brunotte <jrbruno@...>
Vista, CA USA - Thursday, January 27, 2000 at 02:47:27 (CST)
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I served at the 312th EVAC and 95th Evac from Sept.68 through August 69. I
am enjoying the web sight. Good job.
Chuck Tomlinson
Midlothian, VA USA - Wednesday, January 26, 2000 at 20:05:04 (CST)
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To the nurses at 91st Evac.. I want to thank you for all the help and your
understanding. Those days were not easy but with out your kindness I just do
not know. I hope that life has given you everything . I am still hunting for
peace. Glenn hopes you have found pease in your heart and your life as well.
I just do not know what to say but thank you. Chu Lai, 1970
Glenn Allison
USA - Wednesday, January 26, 2000 at 17:29:26 (CST)
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I want to thank all the women who responed to my interview request for my
research paper. I hold all my sisters in high esteem and hold them even
higher now as these women open thier hearts and the doors of thier personal
memories to help another vet out with her college research paper. My life
has been deeply enriched by thier stories and I can only say a deep hearted
thank you for not only helping me but by protecting my freedom. To all the
women who served your are my sisters and I thank you. Mary USN 89-92
Mary Schnickel <smrowe@...>
Aurora, IL USA - Wednesday, January 26, 2000 at 09:32:48 (CST)
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I'm doing a research paper for my history class on Vietnam nurses and am
looking for any information your willing to share with me. Please contact me
at ezri_66@... thank you!
Elizabeth <ezri_66@...>
Casa Grande, AZ USA - Sunday, January 23, 2000 at 23:41:14 (CST)
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Thank you to all the women who have served! Not much is heard of your
service in the Vietnam War. However, you deserve as much (or more)accolade
as your male counterparts. Be proud! You served honorably.
loline-marie djidade <boles-jae@...>
new york, ny USA - Sunday, January 23, 2000 at 15:06:08 (CST)
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Many Vietnam veterans lost their lives after to the war, of service-related
causes, but do not qualify to have their names on The Wall. Please visit the
In Memory Plaque project site and consider writing Congress in support of
bills recently introduced in the House and Senate to authorize our proposed
ground-level plaque near The Wall to acknowledge and honor these "hidden
casualties of Vietnam." Thank you for anything you can do to help. The In
Memory plaque project website includes sample letters and links to
congressional addresses, as well as photos of some of the veterans,
endorsements, legislation, press material and background information.At this
point, we have no photos of women on our site. If there is someone you knew
who would fit the "postwar casualty" description and has a relative who
would authorize the use of their photo, please be in touch. Sincerely, Ruth
Coder Fitzgerald, President, The Vietnam War In Memory Memorial, Inc.
Ruth Coder Fitzgerald <RCoderFitz@...>
Fredericksburg, VA USA - Saturday, January 22, 2000 at 09:35:55 (CST)
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3rd Field Hospital, Saigon. Sept. 65-66. Operating Room Nurse.
Rebecca Brandobn <caninecu@...>
Anchorage,, AAK USA - Thursday, January 20, 2000 at 13:11:29 (CST)
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My Husband served with the USMC in Vietnam in 67-68. He has suffered for
many years because of this.I am sure all of you have a story similar to
our,,one of tradgedy, sadness and loss and I'm sure some of you have
overcome to some degree as we have.I would like to put together a BOOK of
sories from the Vietnam Veterans and their Loved Ones and I am asking you to
share your story, thoughts or feelings about the Vietnam War and how it has
affected your life wether you are a Veteran or you love a Veteran and have
shared their pain,,,If I can bring this DREAM to REALITY I intend to use the
proceeds of sales from the BOOK to assist Veterans and their Families. I
cannot do this alone,,,I need your HELP. I know it is hard for you to relive
your experience but I am hoping that it would in some way be a healing
experience.This is truly a Labor of Love for me as I hold a Special Place in
my Heart for ALL VIETNAM VETS and their Families. Please let me know if you
would be interested in participating or what you think of my idea,,,Please
know that I respect every one of you and I keep you in my Prayers,,,I really
enjoyed your web page and will definately visit again,,,Sincerely,,,Jeannie
Gay...e-mail,,jeanniegay1313@...
Jeannie Gay <jeanniegay1313@...>
VA USA - Wednesday, January 19, 2000 at 21:39:13 (CST)
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I served with the Marines in Vietnam from Feb. 1968 - Oct. 69. I will
always remember the boost in our morale when we had the opportunity to be
near the many wonderful women who also served in country. I'm sorry it has
taken so long, but I want to say thanks to all of you. You did make a
difference.
Wayne Rodriguez
USA - Wednesday, January 19, 2000 at 01:47:22 (CST)
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I was a medic at the 71st Medivac Pleiku city Vietnam 1969&1970 am hoping
to hear from anyone that was there at the 71st. WELCOME HOME ALL.
Gerry Johnson <johnson@...>
Farmington, NM USA - Monday, January 17, 2000 at 21:43:46 (CST)
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CHRIS HEILNER WRONKO <CWRONKO@...>
WHARTON, NJ USA - Sunday, January 16, 2000 at 14:07:34 (CST)
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This is an awesome site and long over due. Nam nurses and Donut Dollies can
never receive enough praise or thanks. We grunts owe you more then you well
ever know. I served as a Navy Corpsman with the Marines of D 1/5 from Nov
69 -70 and before that at Jacksonville Naval Hospital in 67-68. Would enjoy
hearing from any of the nurses there especially Lt's Britt, Spano or
Yastishock(USS Santuary 1970 also). I have much to thank you for. Because of
you I was a better corpsman and many of my Marines went home to have
families. Several yrs ago I had a book published about Grunt Corpsmen in
Nam. My buddy has now put it on his web page at
http://www.corpsman.com/corpsbook.html. In it I try to thank all Nurses. "We
few, We happy few, We band of Brothers(sister), he who sheds his blood with
me will be my Brother(sister)" Willima Shakespeare "Henry V"
Paul "Buzz" Baviello <FMFCorpsmn@...>
Fullerton, CA USA - Friday, January 14, 2000 at 15:26:50 (CST)
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Looking for Miriam Meckler. We went to school together at VCU in Richmond,
VA. We took chemistry classes together. I remember her talking about being a
nurse in Vietnam. My name was Clare Mazza then. She was planning on going to
anesthetist school.
Clare Dozier <DozierRN@...>
Macon, VA USA - Thursday, January 13, 2000 at 14:20:58 (CST)
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I am loking for any information about Navy Nurse Corp in 1948-49. I am
looking for a rule that allowed Enisgn/Nurse to be discharged with a year of
service and no reserve time. Under what rule or conditions could this take
place?? Thanks, respond ASAP David
David Baillie/ Sgt.Maj. (ret) <34thtkco@...>
Elburn, IL USA - Thursday, January 13, 2000 at 09:34:43 (CST)
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I recently met a Nurse and have been "chatting" with her over the net. I
have been so pleased that I could point her to this page. I was an enlisted
WAC in Vietnam (68-69) and we have our own page. But Bobbie didnt know about
this page. For me and for Bobbie I thank you.
Lee Wilson <wama86@...>
Apex, NC USA - Tuesday, January 11, 2000 at 18:40:07 (CST)
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A new and dear friend sent me the link for this site, I have barely
scratched the surface and have already gone through a dozen kleenex. I have
spent almost 30 years trying to forget, now I want to remember it all. There
is much healing in these pages.... Bobbie, 36th Evac, Vung Tau 1968-69,
70-71
Bobbie <TizBOBBIE@...>
USA - Tuesday, January 11, 2000 at 18:35:11 (CST)
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Dynamite site! As a young Army SP5, I underwent surgery in the 483d USAF
Hosp, Cam Ranh Bay, RVN. Coming out of recovery, I'll never forget the
angelic face lightly tapping me and telling me, Wake up, Michael! Puerto
Rican; can not recall her name but still have total recall of the lovely
face! Thanks, whoever you were!!
Michael D. Austing <MAUSMP@...>
NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH USA - Monday, January 10, 2000 at 09:07:56 (CST)
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FOR THE DONUT DOLLIES
Dear "Angels of Mercy", No words of praise, no feeble attempt of thanks, no
amount of well thoughtout prose can ever come close to giving you the
lasting peace that you all so richly deserve. All I can do is offer my tears
of gratitude for all that you did for us who suffered the horrors of war !
May God enfold you in his grasp and bring you everlasting joy in his realm.
God bless you all from a "Grunt" who will never ever forget you ..... Aloha,
Andrew Alday, 1st Platoon, "Alpha" company, 3rd Battalion, 22nd Infantry
Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, Vietnam, III Corps, War Zone "C", 1968. "
DEEDS NOT WORDS ! "
Andrew Alday <alday@...>
Kula, Maui,, Hi. USA - Sunday, January 16, 2000 at 09:08:25 (CST)
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Please read through this list and see if you know where any of these women
are. They are wanted for the 36th Evac reunion, but of course you may know
them even if you were not in the 36th Evac because most tours included more
than one Evac or you may just live next door now! <G> Reply to
Anphlbn@...

EDITH ABBOT
CHARMAINE ALEXANDER
JACKIE KENNEDYALLEN
MARCELLA ASH
LT BLYE ANC
DONNA MARIE BOULAY Think her married name is Anderson
BONNIE BOYKOFF
MARY BRADLEY
PATRICIA BRANTLEY
LINDA BREEDEN
KATHY BRINGARDNER
ESTHER BRISENDINE
MARY LOU BROWN
IDA CALLAN
PAM CHITWOOD
CORRINE COLLINS
CANDY CURLEY
MARIE DAAKE
BARBARA DEARDORFF
VIRGINIA DUNCAN
LYDIA DUPREE
MARY ERRETT
MARY EVERETT
ALICIA HARPER FITZGERALD RC Last lived in MS
MARGARET FITZGERALD
BERNADETTE GRANGER
BERTHA GRAY
DIANE GRECNY
ELIZABETH GREEN
JUDITH N. GREEN
CAROLYN GRIFFEN
MARCIA HARNISH
KATHY HARTY
ELIZABETH HILL
IRENE "RENE" HOWE
JULIETTE HOWE
PEGGY HOWE
PAT HUME
MARILYN HUMPHRIES
BARBARA JORGENSON Think her last name is Hall.
MARY K. LAVIGNE
PAULA LEASER
CARMEN LEBARON
LAVERNE LEE AFNC
PATRICIA LUERS
MARY MAKINTOSH

PATRICIA H. MANN
JEAN MARLOWE
MIRIAM MATTINGLY ARC
RUTH MCCARTHY
ALLISON MCINTYRE
CAROLE MELANDER
SANDRA MOORE
SHARON MOYER
SANDY MUELLER
MARIE MULLEN
JODY NERISON Maybe Josephine. From MN or WI
DOVIE L. PETERSEN
FRITZI PETRIZZO
VICKI PHILLIPS
PRISCILLA RAMIREZ
HELEN RILEY
ANITA ROACH
LT ROBINSON ANC
MARY ANN SANCHEZ
DIANE SCHMIDT
MARY JANE SHIPLEY
LILA MAE SMITH
ANNE SMYTHE
BETTY SPRAGUE
KATHY VALIENTE
LYNN WEBB
LESLIE WELKS
SHARYN WERME
CHERYL G. WHISLER
GERALDINE WHITFORD
JEANNE WINSTON
PEGGY WITULSKI
CYNTHIA WURTZ
JULIE ZIMMERMAN

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