Classmate USMA 1970 John J. Mearsheimer jmearshe@uchicago.edu SENDS:

Classmate USMA 1970 John J. Mearsheimer jmearshe@uchicago.edu SENDS: 

Folks, I was on PBS’s Newshour last Wednesday (July 11) talking about the NATO Summit.

I was on Chicago public television tonight (July 16) talking about the Helsinki summit between Putin and Trump.

Also HBO’s Vice News aired a show on Russophobia tonight (July 16) that I taped in NYC on Friday (July 13)

On the off-chance you are looking for some entertainment, I have put the links for all three of those shows below.

I hope that this note finds everyone well and enjoying the summer.

All the best. John

PS - the links will be in comments below for easy access (fjm - Facebook only allows one link per post!)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJBQikfYyKs&feature=youtu.be

https://chicagotonight.wttw.com/…/trump-putin-s-election-me…

https://www.pbs.org/…/how-trumps-bullying-approach-might-af…

Two Tribute Videos that we had made for Johnny Mercer McClellan {Died: 2017-02-12, Cullum # 28922 , E2}

Kim McClellan

Jkmc50@hotmail.com SENDS

Hello All,

With a grip on my heart, tears in my eyes, I present to you the two Tribute Videos that we had made for Johnny Mercer McClellan {Died: 2017-02-12, Cullum # 28922 , E2}

The first one you had seen before after Johnny's Cremation Service on February 19, 2017.

The second one is for Johnny's Full Honors Military Service at Arlington National Cemetery on May 25, 2018.

http://www.fairfaxmemorialfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Johnny-Mercer-McClellan?obId=2411811#/photosAndVideos

Private Dropbox link to download HD Video to a computer, phone, or tablet:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/vzqq5vwybo5qatf/JM%20McClellan-.mp4?dl=0

On behalf of Johnny, I thank you for your kind support.

Sincerely,

Kim McClellan

mailto:Jkmc50@hotmail.com

Johnny Mercer McClellan

Kim McClellan

Jkmc50@hotmail.com SENDS:

Dear Family, Friends, and Neighbors,

On behalf of Johnny Mercer McClellan, I would like to thank you for your support, your presence to accompany Johnny to his last resting place, and your time at his most favorite place on Apollo Lane to celebrate a momentous occasion.

On May 25th, 2018, at 9:00 AM, we witnessed Captain Johnny Mercer McClellan, USA, laid to rest with dignity and honor in the Columbarium at the Arlington National Cemetery. His permanent address is C: 7 S: P C: 4 N: 1 (Columbarium Court No. 7, Section P, Column 4, Niche 1).

The Full Honors Military Service offered Johnny was the most moving and beautiful experience. A Color Guard leading the funeral procession, followed by a Military Band, an Escort, a Body Bearer Team of 6, the Caisson carrying Johnny’s Urn. At the service at the Columbarium, Johnny had three rifle volleys by a Firing Party of seven riflemen, Tap by a Military Bugler, and the formal folding of the flag. A Military Chaplain officiated the inurnment service. As you recalled, Johnny had a Buddhist Crematory Service. I chose for Johnny to have a Christian Inurnment Service to complete the cycle for Johnny so that he had the best of both world.

Immediately after the Caisson was Johnny’s 1930 Model A Ford, driven by his friend, Darien, and accompanying by Johnny’s wife, KimOanh McClellan. Cars of Family, Friends, and Neighbors joined the procession after John’s car.

To prepare for Johnny’s last ride in his beloved antique car from his beloved home to his final resting place in Arlington National Cemetery, KimOanh made a bow of golden ribbon and black satin—the color of West Point—to decorate the Model A’s, and two “Captain Flags” of red color with white captain bars for the front of the car. The rumble seat of the Model A was filled with dozens of fresh cut Peonies of white, red, pink and fuchsia from the McClellans’ garden. Peonies are known as the flower of riches and honor. With their lush, full, rounded bloom, peonies embody romance and prosperity and are regarded as an omen of good fortune and a happy marriage.

KimOanh dressed in the traditional Vietnamese dress (Ao Dai) of black silk and golden phoenix embroidery—the color of West Point. She wore a black vintage hat with black veil. In May of 1977, Johnny had picked KimOanh up in his 1930 Model A Ford from her place in Arlington, Virginia—not too far from the Arlington National Cemetery-- for their first date in Washington, DC. 41 years later, Johnny and KimOanh rode in the same antique car for their final ride together.

On this day, the weather was nice, the sky was blue, and the Arlington National Cemetery was decorated with American Flags on the tombstones for Memorial Day.

On this day, Johnny Mercer McClellan Will Always Be in Our Thoughts, and Forever in Our Hearts.

Kim McClellan

Jkmc50@hotmail.com

Cell: 202-288-7177

50th Year Legacy Yearbook Needs Your help now!

50th Year Legacy Yearbook Needs Your help now!

Headed by our 1970 Howitzer Editor Wally Kaine kainej@me.com  and his team,  the plan is to publish a Howitzer like product around our 50th Reunion time period that captures the various class activities over the last 50 years and provides individual summaries. 

Each class member will be asked to provide a write up with photographs that tells what they have been up to for all these years. We will also get this information for all deceased classmates. 

The Class of 1969 produced a fabulous product. If you are near any member of that class, ask to see it and it will really stimulate you. 

Collecting (and prodding) classmates will require some help, so Wally is asking for volunteers to be Cadet Company and Regimental reps. Their responsibilities will be to assist anyone who has questions and coordinate/follow-up on individual write ups and photos. 

This is another request for Legacy Yearbook Reps.  We know you all are busy but we need help getting this project off on a good start. 

Please consider taking a role in this critical and meaningful project. 

In a nutshell, your role as a company rep would be to monitor and “encourage” the individual submissions. Wally Kaine can answer any questions you might have. Reps are needed as follows. 1st Reg—A, C, E, F, G, H and I. 2nd Reg—A, C, D. E, G and H. 3rd Reg—Regimental Rep, D, E, F, G, H, and I. 4th Reg—A, B, C, D, E, F and I.  

If you can help (or want to throw your old roommate under the bus),  please give your name to Terry Young (tjyoung70@comcast.net  or 717-580-8216).

NB: as this is the third request for Legacy Yearbook Company and Regimental Representatives, some of these positions may have already been filled.

Thanks!

Tax Deductible Donations to Army Scholarship Foundation

Jeff Gault (gaultrj@prodigy.net) SENDS:

Dear Fellow Classmates,

This year as we approach Memorial Day approaches, we will all take a moment to reflect upon and honor those many thousands of brave men and women who have served our great Nation in uniform and who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our way of life and the freedoms we all enjoy.  We also take this occasion to think of our many classmates and military friends and family who are no longer with us.  Sadly, our classmate loses continue to mount every passing year.

Memorial Day is a very unique holiday: it provides to pause and to honor those who have lost their lives in combat during our nation's wars and conflicts. Our soldiers of today continue to serve in harm's way, particularly in Afghanistan and Iraq, where we have lost so many lives, and where more will undoubtedly give their last full measure of devotion in sacrifice for us. Their loved ones and families continue to worry about them and their safety while they are deployed and preparing to deploy. Please take a moment to help us all remember those who have fallen, including in particular our class son, Lieutenant Scott Love, and consider helping a soldier and Army family member of today by making a donation to the Army Scholarship Foundation in Scott's or another loved one's memory on the occasion of this special holiday.

Tax Deductible Donations can be sent to Army Scholarship Foundation,  11700 Preston Road, Ste 660-301, Dallas, TX 75230 or on line at www.ArmyScholarshipFoundation.org.

Thank you all for your service to our country, and please help us and our fellow countrymen and women to remember those we have lost, not just during this Memorial Day, but throughout the year.

Thank you,

Jeff

USMA 1970 50th Reunion - Two Years Out!

http://usma1970.com/USMA-Class-of-1970/index_files/Mailing2.pdf

Harold H. “Buck” Dunwoody, Jr. USMA 1970 A2 RIP

Obituary

Dahlonega, GA -

Harold H. “Buck” Dunwoody, Jr., 69, of Dahlonega, GA, passed away Monday, 26 March, 2018, at his residence.

He was born September 19, 1948, in Ft. Knox, KY, to the late Harold and Elizabeth (Hausheer) Dunwoody.  Buck was an Eagle Scout, who graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY in 1970 and served in Germany in the U.S. Army for four years.  Afterwards, he remained in Germany as a Senior Sales Representative for Pioneer Electronics for thirty years.

He returned to the United States in 2002. In his retirement, he enjoyed many of his hobbies which included: sailing, fishing, music—listening to multiple genres as well as playing the guitar—boating, woodworking, gardening, cooking, bicycling, hiking and photography. He was a man of many talents. He was compassionate, fun-loving, and lived life to its fullest. He was known for his witty sense of humor and infectious laugh. He was the kind of friend you could depend on.  He was passionate about cat and dog rescue (owning several that he affectionately called “the tribe”). He loved his family, and in time of need, put his life on hold to care for his ailing father for nine years.  He was loved dearly, and will be missed by many.

He is survived by his former wife, Kaye Jane Pastore, his sisters, Susan Schoeck, Ann Dunwoody, Jacqueline Baker, and brother, William (Bill).

He will be cremated and funeral mass will be held at St. Raphael’s Church in Englewood, FL at 10:00 am on 3 May 2018.  A Celebration of Life will follow after the Mass at Park Forest Club House, 323 Indian River Lane, Englewood, FL 34223. In lieu of flowers, Buck would appreciate donations to the no-kill humane societies that rescued his “entire tribe,” giving us peace of mind and are sure made Buck smile as well:

TLC Humane Society:
1735 Red Oak Flats Road, Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-864-2817 Info@tlchs.org

Dawson County Humane Society:
633 Martin Road, Dawsonville GA 30534
706-265-9160 Dawsoncountyhumanesociety.org

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