6924 Security Squadron

2011-01-27T07:33:00.000-05:00

January 2011 Tele Tiger newsletter for the 6924SS
The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from

Teletiger@myfamily.com

Happy New Year

2nd Edition History is still available. Send your check to Gil today for $7.50. And that includes free shipping.....

6924th Heritage Association dues policy notice: This was posted on the 6924th web site by Gil on Jan 3, 2011:

Effective with these 2011 dues, I have deleted the mailing of membership cards as both a cost cutting measure and work reduction action. That is not to say that you can't have a membership card, but they won't be sent out "automatically".
Many cards were just discarded and some folks even stated "no need to send a membership card". So this idea seems to be a good one.
IF you DO want your annual membership card after making payment, tell me so when you send your check and I'll send one if I know you want it and will keep it. Otherwise, it'll same money and time.
Those paying for LIFE membership will continue to get their one LIFE membership card.... and/or a replacement if the original bites the dust.
So if you paid your dues in December 2010 or January 2011, no cards have been or will be sent UNLESS you email me and let me know to send you one.
I don't think this will make a big difference with most folks but your comments are always wanted/needed.
Happy New Year to all who might be "back to work" today.....!............... Cheers....GIL
Are you ready? To get back on the 6924th Heritage Association web site? But you forgot your username and/or password? You are missing the wealth of information about VA benefits and changes as they occur. There are thousands of photos of guys and facilities at Da Nang from every time period of the 6924SS. You are missing the support of fellow Tigers when in need and the daily discussions of everything imaginable including stories about service at the 6924th. You could re-connect with your long lost buddies from your time at the 6924th. The site contains registries from every flight to help you locate old buddies. All this is available free to anyone who served. Membership dues are totally voluntary and not required for use of the 6924th web site. So what are you waiting for? E-Mail Gil at mikegilkerson@charter.net to get a temporary password and get back on the site and re-connect with fellow Tigers.
Reunion 2011 is being planned for Baltimore MD Sep 28 thru Oct 2, 2011 and run Wednesday through Sunday. Details are being worked out by the reunion committee and will be announced as available.

Reunion 2012 is tentatively being planned for Las Vegas, NV over the November 11th, Veteran's Day timeframe because they have a huge celebration at that time.

Reunion 2013 is tentatively being planned for St. Louis, MO

Reunion 2014 is tentatively being planned for a return to San Antonio, TX

Reunion note. Reunion dates and locations are subject to change until details are announced and confirmed.

Sunday group chat with your host Clyde Orr (68-69) and any other Tigers who care to join in is held Sunday at 7PM Central Time that’s 8PM on the east coast and 5PM on the left coast. Log in and tell some stories or ask some questions. Simply click on chat at the top left or your screen then launch group chat. We have a good time and exchange news and ideas. Try it. You'll like it.

Email is still the preferred method of communication for the 6924th Heritage Association so please notify Gil if your email address changes. Gil also has other files to update so please let him know of any change to any of your contact information. Thanks.

6924 Security Squadron gear is available from Don LaChappell (65-66). Email Don at signprinter@hotmail.com . Or visit his web site at http://www.jdlgraphics.com/69me.html That link will take you right to the 6924 "stuff". He also has USAFSS items that you might want to add to your collection. The 6924th Heritage Association also benefits from any purchase you make.

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Send orders & payments to:                     Association contact:                    Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn.                              Mike Gilkerson (Gil)                        Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132                                          mikegilkerson@charter.net              nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258                                 (618) 566-7887                              (386) 441-8245

2010-02-07T08:18:00.000-05:00

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com Happy New Year

2010 in Japan is the year of the Tiger. Does that mean this is our year?

6924th Heritage Association dues notice: 2010 dues are due on 1 Jan 10. If you are a "dues paying member" of the Association, it's time to make that yearly $12 check out to the "6924th Heritage Assn" and mail it to: 6924th Heritage Assn, P. O. Box 132, Mascoutah, IL 62258-0132. If you don't KNOW if you are paid up for 2010, you can go to the website and visit the REVIEWS section and check out the item "6924th Heritage Assn Dues List". If your name is there you are a voluntary member of the Assn and the date after your name will indicate if you owe for 2010. If your name is NOT there, here's your chance to join the crowd of Tigers that support our programs and goals with their annual $12 dues payment. If you are not a member now would be a great time to send in your dues and help support the 6924th Heritage Association. Lifetime membership is also available for one payment. If you what to choose the LIFE MEMBER payment option, check the ages below and forward your check as noted.

76 & over $50
71-75 $70
66-70 $ 90
61-65 $135
56-60 $145
51-55 $160
Reunion 2010 will be held in downtown Nashville at the Holiday Inn Express 920 Broadway, Nashville, TN October 6th through 10th, 2010. Over 100 are expected to attend. Questions regarding the 2010 reunion can be addressed to fishinfred@aol.com (Fred Sepelak).

Welcome aboard: Each month we list those Tigers that have been found and added to the web site. There have been no fellow Tigers found since the last issue.

Sunday group chat with your host Clyde Orr (68-69) and any other Tigers who care to join in is held Sunday at 7PM Central Time that’s 8PM on the east coast and 5PM on the left coast. Log in and tell some stories or ask some questions. Simply click on chat at the top left or your screen then launch group chat.

Email is still the preferred method of communication for the 6924th Heritage Association so please notify Gil if your email address changes. Gil also has other files to update so please let him know of any change to any of your contact information. Thanks.

1st Edition History There are no copies left of the first edition so the entire 1st Edition History has been posted on the web site for your reading pleasure.....

2nd Edition History is still available. Send your check to Gil today for $7,50. And that includes free shipping......

6924 Security Squadron gear is available from Don LaChappell (65-66).The photos section of the web site has an order form for easy use and ordering of the products. Or you can email Don at signprinter@hotmail.com. The 6924th Heritage Association also benefits from any purchase you make.

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Send orders & payments to: Association contact: 6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil)
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887

Newsletter suggestions:
Al Raymondi
nonaray1@aol.com
(386) 441-8245

2009-09-21T07:25:00.002-04:00

August 24, 2009

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com
Welcome aboard: Mike Howerter 64-65; Jim Crutchfield 66-67; Dennis Yows 64-65

6924th History 2nd edition is now available by sending $17 to Gil at the address below. You could add a Paul Wayne Anthony scholarship donation, earmark your donation for the philanthropic efforts, or add your annual dues with that same check and save a stamp.

Reunion 2009 will be Sept. 30th thru Oct. 3rd. In Minneapolis MN. at the Minneapolis Hilton Airport Hotel. The hotel provides free shuttle service from the airport as well as other local tourist destinations. Register Direct with the Hilton: 952-854-2100 (mention 6924th Reunion). Please get your registrations in as soon as possible. The reunion committee needs to have a good idea of the attendance so if you are planning to attend but have not sent your registration please let the committee know you plan to attend. The cutoff date for registering and making reservations at the hotel is September 9th. Time is getting short so get on the ball and get those plans made.

Reunion Raffle 2009 This year’s raffle will be a 50/50 drawing with 50% going to the winners and the remaining 50% going to support our philanthropic efforts. Get your tickets now $5 or 5 for $20. Association contact information is at the bottom of this page or contact your sponsor. Please help support the 6924th Heritage Association with your contribution.

Reunion 2010 is being planned for Nashville TN

Reunion 2011. Association Secretary RJ Jones is inviting suggestions from all Tigers as to possible locations. For those who sponsor Tigers by Postal mail, please ask for their input, also.

San Antonio Mini 2009 San Antonio Mini Reunion for the 24th through the 26th of September 2009. Several people are talking about the La Quinta on Military Drive. Rooms in the $90 range. Next door to Lackland. Anyone who would be willing to do some local leg work let me know by e mail jrblfree@aol.com. About a dozen Tigers are planning to attend as of now.

Sunday group chat. Host Clyde Orr says “Please join in and let us know how your summer is going. Discuss the upcoming reunions in Minneapolis and San Antonio, and any other items you can think of. See you on Sunday at 7:00 PM central. Try it, you'll like it.”

Email is still the preferred method of communication for the 6924th Heritage Association so please notify Gil if your email address changes. Gil also has other files to update so please let him know of any change to any of your contact information. Thanks.

Comments or suggestions for Tele Tiger are always welcome. Stories, jokes, poems, anything appropriate to send to Tigers in the newsletter. Tiger cartoons, a write-up of your last Tiger meeting or mini-reunion, or even just a suggestion for something you would like to see in the Tele Tiger. Contact information for Al and Gil is below.6924th Heritage Assn. By-Laws have recently been revised. Association President Fred Sepelak said “As announced last year at the membership meeting, our By-Laws were in need of revision. Our charter was being changed from Illinois to South Carolina and our By-Law had not been amended since originally being drafted in 2001.” The complete set of By-Laws is available for your review on the web site. The news section has a category for by-laws
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Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

2008-11-19T07:57:00.000-05:00

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com
Welcome aboard: Larry Bartley (68-69); Coy Glasgow (1964); Joel Johnson (63-64).
Fallen Tigers: Munnerlyn, Paul E. (65-66); Dietz, Michael E. "Mike" (66-67)
Reunion 2008 was a big success. There are many photos posted on the web site and more photos and descriptions will be posted in the days and weeks ahead. So log onto the 6924th web site and check it out. There will be some recounts of the 2008 reunion in future issues of the Tele Tiger and much more will be on the web site. Our 6924SS Guidon(flag) and its Award, Decoration, and Campaign streamers is a great addition to our association. Look at the photos on the web site.
Reunion 2009 is being planned for Minneapolis Mn..
Reunion 2010 is being planned for Nashville Tn.
Sunday Chat: at 7:00PM Central. Just click on Chat at the top of the Front Page, and then click on Group Chat. Chat with host Clyde Orr and other Tigers about whatever is on your mind. That’s 8PM on the right coast and 5PM on the left coast. Tigers usually chat for about 45 Minutes so try to join in if you can.
6924th Dues. Please help support our organization with your $12.00 annual dues
6924th History 2nd edition is now available by sending $17 to Gil at the address below
Please notify Gil if there are any changes to your contact information especially your email address.
GOLDEN BEAVER AWARDS 2008
The following is the master listing of the Beaver Awards which were presented at Reunion 2008, Tucson, AZ. An opportunity to recognize worthy Tigers and Tigerettes for their service to the 6924th Heritage Association. The following recipients are recognized in no particular order, for their work in a PARTICULAR POSITION of responsibility or DEEDS THEY'VE ACCOMPLISHED over the past year or more....)
1. Jackie Brown for reunion work and Association bookkeeping in Peach Holler.2. Al Skipper for his work on the Scholarship Committee.
3. Jerry Freeman for countless hours and boundless generosity devoted to the reunion raffle: As a donor of quilts, cash and knifes and as a big ticket buyer too.4. Mary Villafranca as "The RAFFLE GAL" and for her reunion work.5. Clyde Orr as the weekly website "CHAT Guy" and for work on the Iron Horse Registry6. Roger Oleson for work maintaining the Able Flight Registry.7. Bob Sullivan for work maintaining the Baker Flight Registry
8. Eddie Brown for his work as Assoc. Treasurer, FTA President, Scholarship Committee, Assoc. Chaplain, and Board Member9. Terry Kearney for his continued work searching for lost members, maintaining the Charlie Flight and Fallen Tiger Registries, and as a Board Member10. Bess Skipper for all around "work" at past Annuals Reunions.11. Ruben Villafranca as "The RAFFLE GUY", and maintaining the Dog Flight Registry
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Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245
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12. Steve (Tiny) Fontaine for maintaining the Maintenance Registry13. Fred Sepelak as Association President and this year’s Reunion Coordinator14. R. J. Jones as the Association’s Vice President, for work on the Reunion Committee, Beaver Committee, and for graphics both on and off the web15. Mike Gilkerson as Secretary, Webmaster, CEO at World Headquarters, and work with the Scholarship Committee.
Paul Deshaies for his work as our UNCC contact and the Paul Wayne Anthony Scholarship Committee
Don LaChappell as the "shirt/mug/and hat guy" and as a Board Member
Jon Murrow for his work on this year’s Reunion Committee and as Emcee as this year’s Reunion19. Brigitte Stafford as Reunion Coordinator Emeritus20. Jackie McAteer for her continued humanitarian work with the American Red Cross.
Ralph McAteer for his continued humanitarian work with the American Red Cross.22. Ron Kreusel for starting and maintaining our Gateway and alternate Wedsite on the World Wide Web.
Jack Hawkins for maintaining the Comm Center Registry.
Helen Henderson for her continued work as the Misawa site coordinator and 6924th Heritage Association Tiger search supporter.25. Bobby Edwards for his continued work as the 6910th site coordinator and Tiger search supporter.26. Ray Horos as an information provider and registration desk Guru.
Bill Hill for work on the Reunion Committee
Steve Manzer for work on the Reunion Commmittee29. Vera Cahill for her work on the Decorating Committee
30. Larry Cahill for his work on this year’s Reunion Committee and the Decorating Committee.31. Ron Krebs as "Snail Mail" coordinator and sponsor.32. Al Raymondi as Tele Tiger Publisher and Editor.33. Diane Raymondi as Tele Tiger Publisher and Editor.
34. Frank Kwiatkowski for being our "First Sgt.," and for setting a great example for all of us, "Young Airmen" over the years.35. J. R. Stafford as a Board Member, former Reunion Coordinator, former Emcee and the "Father of the Beaver"
6924SS GUIDON AND AWARDS, DECORATIONS, AND CAMPAIGN STREAMER PROJECTIn October, 2005, the 324th Intelligence Squadron, Kunai, HI, celebrated the 40th Anniversary of the establishment of its "ancestor", the 6924th Security Squadron. During that celebration, our attendees were shown and allowed to take photos of the 324IS’s Guidon (unit flag) and its awards, decorations and campaign streamers.That led to questions regarding the whereabouts of, and months-long search for our own 6924SS Guidon. Gone. No trace. So, last year, we took on the project of researching the 6924SS Guidon for the Association. With inputs and new photography from the 324IS Commander and staff, we thought we had it nailed. But close examination of their photos of the Guidon, and its 14 streamers from the 6924th era, revealed they were unaware of our unit’s previous guises BEFORE it became a full-fledged squadron in 1965.Research into the 1961-65 era revealed that the 324th has less than half the authorized streamers attached to their Guidon. Researching and documenting the actual number, types, and dates through DoD and AF records (mostly thermo fax and microfiche from that era) was a nightmare. But it's done: the list now stands at 32. I’ll post the list separately.Our 6924SS Guidon and its Award, Decoration, and Campaign streamers – 1962-73 - have been reproduced. They were presented to the Members at the 2008 Reunion Welcoming Dinner. There is one "unauthorized" streamer – a memorial to Airman First Class Paul Wayne Anthony. Paul, our R29150 who was killed in our Comm Center during a 122mm rocket attack on the night of 8 April 1970. He had left his new bride in North Carolina when he shipped-out to the Nam - and had been in-country less than a week. Paul’s shift mate, Ralph "RJ" Jones, on-duty and severely wounded himself when Paul was killed, attached the Memorial Streamer to the Guidon during the Welcoming Dinner presentation. THE GUIDON STANDThe Guidon stand was designed and produced by non-military friends of Connie and Fred Sepelak - the Ziemba family (Judy, Jack, Mike, and Michele) in Michigan. The Ziembas had "adopted" the 6924SS several years ago for its 15-year service in SEAsia, and had got wind of the Guidon Project. They're in the machining business (Aristo-Cast Co., Almont, MI) and thought we could use a floor stand for our Guidon. It took months to complete - and it’s truly a work-of-art.The base of the pyramidal stand is 0.5-inch aluminum, weighing in at 32-lbs. On each side are bronze castings of our "patches," representing several of the guises of the unit: Team 1-A, 6920SW ("Zobel’s Zombies" – the Pioneers); Det 2, 6925SG; Monkey Mountain; and the 6924SS. Beautiful work! Judy and Jack attended the Reunion and presented their stand to the troops at the Welcoming Dinner.
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Our Guidon, streamers, and the stand are both unique and send a profound message to each of us: While each saw his tour and experiences through a single, personal "lens," the flag, streamers, and stand serve to mold all those experiences into a single entity. For 15 years, we WERE the unit. Today, we ARE the unit. Our Squadron set the standard for Combat Intelligence for decades to come. Major General Gary O'Shaughnessy recently revealed that the very techniques and methodologies we developed at Da Nang, Monkey Mountain, and Ramasun are employed today – in Afghanistan and Iraq.Regardless the evolution of technologies and missions, the goal we established so long ago, remains today: "Protect the Force."The 6924SS, one of the longest tenured, most highly decorated units of the war in SEAsia, lives on in each of us. We are justly proud ..... and we are Legend .....Our sincerest thanks to all who assisted in this project.KRAIT Ø1
6924TH SECURITY SQUADRON, USAFSS
UNIT AWARD, DECORATION, AND CAMPAIGN GUIDON STREAMERSITEM AWARD UNIT & DATES1 Armed Forces Expeditionary 6920SW, Team 1-A 13 Jan 62 – 30 Jun 622 Armed Forces Expeditionary 6923RSM, Det 1 1 Jul 62 – 15 Aug 633 Armed Forces Expeditionary 6925SG, Det 2 16 Aug 63 – 1 Mar 654 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6923RSM, Det 1 1 Oct 63 – 15 Aug 635 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6925SG, Det 2 16 Aug 63 – 30 Sep 646 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6925SG, Det 2 2 Nov 64 – 30 Jun 657 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6922SW, Det 2 1 Jul 65 – 30 Sep 658 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6924SS "Valor" 1 Oct 65 – 1 Dec 65 9 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6924SS "Valor" 1 Dec 65 – 30 Sep 66 10 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6924SS "Valor" 15 Jul 67 – 16 Jul 67 11 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6924SS "Valor" 1 Jan 68 – 31 Dec 69 12 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6924SS "Valor" 1 Jan 70 – 31 Mar 71 13 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6924SS "Valor" 1 Apr 71 – 31 Mar 72 14 Air Force Outstanding Unit 6924SS "Valor" 1 Apr 72 – 30 Jan 73 15 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Advisory 15 Nov 1961– 1 Mar 196516 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Defensive 2 Mar 1965 – 30 Jan 196617 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Vietnam Air 31 Jan – 28 Jun 196618 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Air Offensive 29 Jun 1966 – 08 Mar 196719 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Air Offensive, Phase II 9 Mar 1967 – 31 Mar 196820 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Air/Ground 22 Jan – 07 Jul 196821 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Air Offensive, Phase III 1 Apr – 31 Oct 196822 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Air Offensive, Phase IV 1 Nov 1968 – 22 Feb 196923 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Tet 1969 Counteroffensive 23 Feb – 08 Jun 196924 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Summer-Fall 1969 9 Jun – 31 Oct 196925 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Winter-Spring 1970 1 Nov 1969 – 30 Apr 197026 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Sanctuary Counteroffensive 1 May – 30 Jun 197027 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Southwest Monsoon 1 Jul – 30 Nov 197028 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Commando Hunt V 1 Dec 1970 – 14 May 197129 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Commando Hunt VI 15 May – 31 Oct 197130 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Commando Hunt VII 1 Nov 1971 – 29 Mar 197231 Vietnam Service Campaign USAF Vietnam Cease Fire 30 Mar 1972 – 28 Jan 197332 RVN Gallantry Cross w/Palm 8 Feb 62 – 28 Mar 73
Tin man and his travels.
"Ron & Linda Wisian have taken Tin Man home to Frisco, Texas, and will try and whip him into some "Stateside shape" in the coming months. The Lad was in Portugal with Lee Featherstone over the past year and nobody knows what he's been up to. Ron promises that Tin Man will do some great things and might even run into a lady or two. Check out the website and see photos of Tin Man with the University of California, Berkeley, Bears Cheerleaders."

2008-08-26T07:23:00.001-04:00

August 24, 2008

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com
Welcome aboard: Mike Baker (65-66);

Fallen Tigers: MARKS, William Ivar “Bill”(68-70); NESS, James V, “Jim”(68-69); DECKER, Phillip M. “Phil, Flip”(64-65)

Reunion 2008 will be held in Tucson, Arizona. The confirmed dates are Wednesday October 15th through Saturday October 18th.The host Hotel will be the Hilton Tucson East. For reservations call 1-800-445-8667. President Fred Sepelak posted this reminder on the 6924th web site on August 13, 2008:
We're getting short boys for reunion 2008 in Tucson.Here' where we stand as respects registration:29 Hotel Registrations made and confirmed54 Members, Spouses or friends signed up so far18 Program Registrations (with money) received to dateWe're two months away. It will assist the planners greatly if you would make your hotel reservations early so we can better guesstimate what the attendance numbers will look like.Remember.........Cutoff date for the hotel registration is September 24th.Thanks,Reunion Committee

This was posted by Clyde Orr August 19, 2008 Hey Tigers, where are all of you guys that said you would be attending the reunion in Tucson when a poll was taken earlier this year? It puts a strain on the organizers who are working hard trying to put the events together when they don't have a reliable number of attendees to work with. We have less than two months to go. How about sending in those registration forms, and making those room reservations. If anyone has a problem downloading the registration form please let me know and I will send you one. Our president is watching his mailbox every day to see those forms.
Reunion 2009 is being planned for Minneapolis Mn..
Reunion 2010 is being planned for Nashville Tn.

Sunday Chat: at 7:00PM Central. Just click on Chat at the top of the Front Page, and then click on Group Chat. Chat with host Clyde Orr and other Tigers about whatever is on your mind. That’s 8PM on the right coast and 5PM on the left coast. Tigers usually chat for about 45 Minutes so try to join in if you can.

6924th Dues. Please help support our organization with your $12.00 annual dues. In addition to the web site we have reunions, mini reunions, the Paul Wayne Anthony Scholarship Fund and the History documents that have all been supported by your annual dues and other contributions.

6924th History 2nd edition is now available by sending $17 to Gil at the address below. You could add a PWA donation or buy some raffle tickets too with that same check and save a stamp. Or just get the history document.

Please notify Gil if there are any changes to your contact information especially your email.
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Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

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2008 Reunion Raffle. Tickets are $5 a ticket or 5 tickets for $20. Make your checks payable to: 6924th Heritage Assnand mail check to: 6924th Heritage Assn P.O. Box 132 Mascoutah, IL 62258Raffle prizes should be brought to the reunion or if you are not attending please mail to:Clyde Orr1217 S. GiddingsVisalia, CA 93277or:Larry Cahill222 Sunnyhill Dr.Turlock, CA 95382

Even if you cannot attend the reunion please help support the Association by buying tickets for the raffle or donating a prize. Here is the list of available prizes on the 6924th web site.

The prize list as of 08/18/2008 (pictures of raffle items provided are in section headed Reunion 2008 Raffle Prizes):- 1 Eagle Shirt - donated by Spanky Parker- 2 America Shirt - donated by Spanky Parker- Tiger Throw - donated by Spanky Parker- original water color - artist Denise Johnson donated by Jay & Denise Johnson- original water color - artist Denise Johnson donated by Jay & Denise Johnson- $50 gift certificates to Ace Hardware donated by Jay & Denise Johnson- $50 gift certificates to Ace Hardware donated by Jay & Denise Johnson- Photo of the New Air Force One in flight over Mt. Rushmore donated by Gloria Livingstone in honor of her late husband David.- Oak 6924th Plaque carved and donated by Greg Sega. - Man's watch, matching key ring and pen(see picture under reunion 2008) donated by Clyde Orr- a quilted photo wall hanging (made by Brend Heriford) that includes photos from Vietnam (68-69), from the 2007 reunion, Stars & Stripes article about the Bomb Dump explosion, and a number of other odds and ends donated by Gary Heriford- 8 CD's of various Air Force Bands donated by John Thelen - information to follow It’s a tribute to Sarah Vaughn and featuring music of Sammy Nestico.- AT&T Dual Handset Cordless Answering System - donated by Frank and Susan Long- Men and Ladies Geneva watch donated by BJ Cook (see picture of item in photo Section)- Stained glass candle holder (with battery operated candle) with face of a tiger on the candle Holder donated by Joe & Jean Molnar (see picture of item in photo section)- 71" by 88" red/white/blue afghan crocheted by Jean Molnar donated by Joe & Jean Molnar (see picture of item in photo section)- $100 gift certificate to unknown at this time donated by Mary & Ruben Villafranca- $50 BP gas certificate donated by Connie & Fred Sepelak- $50 BP gas certificate donated by Connie & Fred Sepelak- $50 BP gas certificate donated by Connie & Fred Sepelak- $50 BP gas certificate donated by Connie & Fred Sepelak- 1 life time membership to the 6924th donated by the 6924th Heritage Association- The book named "THE AIR FORCE" Published by the Air Force Historical Foundation donated by Larry & Vera Cahill

2007-07-07T13:53:00.000-04:00

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from Teletiger@myfamily.com
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY
Welcome Aboard: Marvin Hofberg (1962) ; Steve Bowers (71-73); Jimmy Mathews (65-66)
Photos: There are almost 200 Photos in the "unidentified-help with name" album on the web site. Please look and see if you recognize anyone and comment if you have any hints to help identify any of these Tigers. Many of us took photos of our buddies and co-workers at DaNang and most of the names are long forgotten. Please provide the unknown names if you can. Also, if you have photos without a name go ahead and put them on the web site in this album. Maybe someone will help identify your friend.
Paul Wayne Anthony: was killed April 8, 1970 in a rocket attack on the 6924th Security Squadron communications center at DaNang. Airman Anthony had given up his educational pursuits at UNC-Charlotte to serve our country and is the only 6924SS member listed as KIA. Several Cadets have received awards from this great program that preserves our history while providing needed assistance to young students and future Air Force officers. Generous Tigers have kept the program alive and well and your continued support of the program is appreciated. Donations are always welcome in any amount you can afford. Please help support this wonderful program that perpetuates the memory of PWA and the 6924SS. Donations to the fund are always welcome and appreciated in any amount you can afford. Please send Donations to Gil at the address below and help support this fantastic program that helps motivated, needy and talented cadets with scholarship awards.
Reunion 2007 is about 3 months away. Get your act together, make your plans, sign up for the tours and be there to meet old buddies and new Tiger Friends who have shared some of your experiences. There will be lots of food, drink, camaraderie and especially stories! Don’t miss out! Act Today! October 11 to 14 in Washington D. C. lots of information is available on the web site or contact Gil or your sponsor. All Tigers are welcome and encouraged to attend. Call now to make your reservations 1-800-Hiltons. Our group code to get the discounted rate is SSA. You need to KNOW the ADDRESS of the hotel to make reservations:

DoubleTree Hotel
– Crystal City –
National Airport300 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA 22202
Time is getting short so make your reservations today!
Email is still the preferred method of communication for the 6924th Heritage Association so please notify Gil if your email address changes or any of your contact information changes.
Reunion Raffle prizes are piling up and tickets are going like hotcakes. Donate a prize if you can and buy a few tickets to help support the Association’s Paul Wayne Anthony ROTC Scholarship and other activities. There are some great prizes donated already by generous Tigers. No prize is too small or too big so if you can please donate a prize and also buy as many raffle tickets as you can afford. Recently donated prizes include 3 $100 bills to be raffled separately. Is that worth a $5 ticket? Thanks for your support.
Sunday Chat uses the group chat feature of our 6924th my family web site. Your Golden Beaver Award-winning host Clyde Orr is looking to chat with lots of Tigers on live CHAT every Sunday at 1900hrs Central Time. For you first term airmen that is 7:00PM, 8:00PM in the east.
6924th Hat is a great way to support the Association and let everyone come across that you are a veteran. There are many hat stories on the web site resulting from Tigers wearing their hats. Gil says, "Everyone needs a 6924th hat. That's the only way you can get "hat stories"....!!!!!". Hats are on sale for a limited time at only $10 and that includes shipping so contact Gil and get yours.
Snakes are a hot item on the web site recently as some photos have been added of recent snake encounters.Silent Auction. At the last reunion someone suggested that we have a silent auction with a quilt being the prize. The reason for the suggestion was that Jer's quilt are always a very popular item in the raffle. I asked Jer if he would donate a quilt and like always he said he would without hesitation. He got tired of waiting on me to start the auction so he began the auction with this posting. The proceeds of the silent auction will go to the 6924th. There are currently 2 quilts donated by Jer being auctioned on the web site. One is the Tiger quilt and the other is Flag Dreamin’. So if you want one of these beauties log onto the site and place your bid.
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Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

2007-03-21T13:55:00.000-04:00

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com
Welcome Aboard: Richard A Russo (68-69), Henry L "Hank" Hester (66), George Ficke (65-66), Donald Goff(73-74), Bill Pickett (66)
Fallen Tigers: Hugh Sherburn (62-63)
UNC-Charlotte AFROTC Det and PWA Scholarship Award Ceremony April 19,2007 at 3:30PM.
"Dean Nancy Gutierrez and Lt. Colonel Scott Rose (Aerospace ROTC Director) will be hosting a scholarship reception for the members of the 6924th Heritage Association at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 19, 2007 in the Office of the Dean (College of Arts and Sciences) in the Fretwell Building (Room 430C). We will invite past scholarship recipients (we have 7 on campus) and the 2 new awardees of the Paul Wayne Anthony AFROTC Scholarship to join us at the reception." All Tigers are welcome and encouraged to attend. There will be at least a dozen there. Please advise Gil if you plan on attending so he can alert the sponsors of the appropriate number of people to plan for.Group Chat is back up and running on the myfamily web site so sign on and click on chat at the top left or your screen then launch group chat. Join Clyde Orr, J.R. and the gang Sunday evenings at 7 PM Central Time.
Reunion 2007 is October 11 to 14 in Washington D. C. lots of information is available on the web site or contact Gil or your sponsor. All Tigers are welcome and encouraged to attend. Call now to make your reservations 1-800-Hiltons. Our group code to get the discounted rate is SSA.
Please notify Gil if your email or any other contact information changes.
The California "Mini" update by JR Stafford:
Just days before our Mini Reunion, Ed Gardini posted a marvelous pictorial tour of the California Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the website and if you've not seen the pictures and heard the music, it's well worth a look. Kudos Ed, and thanks for the warm up for our Mini.
This year's California Mini Reunion was held on Saturday, March 3, 2007. The weather was terrific and company was outstanding, as usual. Tigers from the Central Valley, Sacramento, and San Francisco Bay Area met at the California Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Sacramento for our annual "Mini" Reunion. (Pictures are posted on the site.)
It's always good to gather and renew old friendships and this year was no exception. Some of our number attend the annual Reunions held around the country, and some faithfully attend the "Mini" Reunion. Whichever one you choose, (or both for that matter), attending one or the other is a great way to keep in touch with members of the Heritage Association.
This year, Ed Gardini also acted as our Chaplain as the group (including Vera Cahill and Miki Gardini), remembered those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of freedom. I always reconnect with that time in my life a long time ago, when visiting the memorial, and being with friends and fellow Tigers makes it a special day...one I look forward to, every year. Thanks for being there again this year Tigers.
Lunch afterward is also always special as the mood lightens, and barbs, and good natured jabs are exchanged over a terrific meal at the Hyatt Hotel, located just a short walk away. This year was no different. Amid the jokes, we were all somewhat taken aback when Larry Cahill announced he was also in the running for fatherhood of Anna Nichol Smith's baby, but Vera just smiled her knowing smile and let Larry continue to "sweat" that pesky paternity suit. (Brigitte smiles at me that way too. Do you suppose they have us figured out, Larry?)
Make plans to join us again next year in Sacramento. It's fun and Larry promises to have the new baby there for pictures.
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6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

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Washington, DC, Reunion Update:
As of March 12, 2007 we have processed twenty-five (25) reunion packages and I'm aware of many others out there who have booked their hotel rooms for the October 11-14 Annual Reunion.
Among the highlights for Friday, October 12th, includes a visit to the Vietnam Memorial in the morning and we're scheduled for a Wreath Laying at 3:15 PM at the Tomb of the Unknowns. For those of you who have not visited the "Wall," or have never witnessed the changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the unknowns, this promises to be a very moving day.
Please remember that this is a package was put together with you in mind, and I know of no plans to visit Washington, DC, again as a large group in the future. Here's what may be our last chance to be among Tigers, family and close friends and participate in some very special events in October. Make your plans to join us.
Senator John McCain's staff is handling our White House and Capitol tours on Saturday, October 13. The times are not set for these two tours, but they'll both be in the morning. We'll visit the new US Air Force Memorial that afternoon.
Tigers, I'm processing reunion packages every week, and look forward to seeing old friends and new attendees' paperwork cross my desk. As Probationary Assistant Event Coordinator, (Probie EC), I'm happy to answer your questions or concerns. Remember friends and family are always welcome to join us. This year Sepelaks, and Cahills are bringing friends, and Mike & Linda Gilkerson are bringing daughter Dawn. We've had the pleasure of seeing Eddie Brown's Mom and Dad in the past and Richard (Clyde and Margaret's boy), too. Don't be shy, bring friends and family, they'll be shocked to learn you were respectable once upon a time!
Seriously, please send your checks and information in and let’s build the reunion attendance to over one hundred (100) again this year. Give me a call at (650) 224-5900 and we'll chat.
J. R. sends from the Reunion Registration Desk
Reunion Raffle 2007. Ruben Villafranca, our raffle manager, posts the following on the web site.
It's raffle time again. As you all know the raffle has been a success in prior years because we have had very generous Tigers. The association and I thank you for that. We are again asking that you donate prizes to the raffle to entice others to buy raffle tickets. Just as a challenge the results for the previous three years are:2004 - $2,6602005 - $2,7802006 - $4,2702007 - ???? ( my goal $6,000+)The raffle goes this way:Tickets are $5 a ticket or 5 tickets for $20. Make your checks payable to:6924th Heritage Assn and mail check to:6924th Heritage AssnP.O. Box 132Mascoutah, IL 62258Raffle prizes should be brought to the reunion or if you are not attending please mail to:Jay Johnson49 Corky HollowShickshinny, PA 18655(Jay has volunteered to accept the prizes and bring them to DC. This is what makes the raffle successful - volunteers - Thanks Jay)Other simple raffle rules:- Booze prizes will not be mailed therfore only persons present at the reunion will be eligible for the booze prizes - one more reason to attend the reunion. Do not need to be present to win - non booze prizes will be mailed to the winners.- please notify me on this posting with prize(s) you are donating or at villafrancar@zachry.com. Please provide a complete description of the prize or send/ post a picture of your prize. I will list the prizes - as described by the donor on this posting.- When Gil receives your money he will notifiy me and your winning ticket numbers will be listed on this posting.

2006-11-26T12:01:00.000-05:00

November 24, 2006

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com
Welcome aboard: Bill Hogan (64-65), Delbert G. Baker (66-67), Vic Pettijohn (63-64), Tom Arneman (64-65), Ron Gilchrist (66-67), Bill Poague (71-72), Hugh D. Foster (64-65), Cash O’Rourke (65-71). Sam Shialabba (69-70), Terry Quick (69-70), Al
Scanlon (67-68) Ed Fryer (63), Jeff Hill (69-70), David Schleidt (65).
Fallen Tigers: We recently learned of the passing of the following Tigers. 180 of our Brothers have now passed that we know about. Rosebrock, Victor C. “Rosie”, “Vic” (65-66), Bath, John M. (66), Boggs, Hugh M. (67), Landers, George S. (65-66), Morgan, Eugene T. “Gene” (62-63).
All about the money? Nope, not this time. The 6924th Heritage Association does rely on donations and membership dues to survive but it also provides the web site free to all who served at the 6924SS or its other unit designations at Da Nang or Ramasun whether or not membership dues are paid. All donations are voluntary and greatly appreciated and membership dues are also voluntary. Participation in Association sponsored reunions and mini-reunions also is available to all whether or not membership dues are paid. The Association does not pressure Tigers to contribute to its cause. Donations are graciously accepted in any amount a Tiger can afford. If not the money what is it all about? Memories. Even more than just memories, it is about preserving our history. It is about meeting new friends. It is about sharing stories with a group of guys who have shared some of the same experiences. It is about renewing old acquaintances, remembering old times and far away places, and sharing our life experiences with others. The 6924th Heritage Association is about a lot more than the money.
6924th Dates as updated by Terry Kearney September, 2006
Dec 61: Team 1A, 6923RSM activated at Clark AB, PI.Jan 62: Team in-place at Da Nang VNAFB, RVN62: Redesignated Det 1, 6923RSM63: Det1, 6923RSM Monkey Mountain (nui Son Tra) Operations Site established64: Redesignated Det2, 6925RGM (6925SG)01 July 65: Redesignated Det2, 6922SW01 Oct 65: Redesignated 6924SSApr 71: Sqdn move to Ramasun Station, THApr 71: MM Ops Site designated 6924SS OLAA Jan 73: OLAA deactivated15 May 76: 6924SS deactivated, Ramasun Station, TH01 Aug 80: Sqdn reactivated at Field Station Kunia, Oahu, HI, as 6924 Electronic Security Sqdn (6924ESS)01 Oct 93: Sqdn redesignated 324th Intelligence Squadron (324IS)PWA Scholarship donation: Gil recently posted this great story on the 6924th web site:
We all know we had a great reunion and received allot of monetary support from our members. Well, here's the KICKER.....!!!!!I had a phone call from an anonymous Tiger who said he wanted to do more for the Association and the Paul Wayne Anthony Scholarship Fund and he was sending me a check.That check was received a few days ago in the amount of $20,000.....!!!!!!I know you too feel chill bumps and the hair may be standing up on your neck too, but the donator does NOT want to be identified or get recognition for his contribution. So all we can say is THANK YOU, TIGER....!!!!!Now...... If you go to the Photos section you'll find the newest financial statement dated 25 October 2006. You'll also note that the "Balance Sheet" reflects $10,240.85 in our CD. That's because the financial report was completed prior to completing our work with the CD's.We negotiated with the bank to pull out the $10K CD (at 2.2%) without a penalty if we added the $20K to the new CD. So what we have now is one CD for $30,726.14 in a 10-month CD, with all accrued interest. That will give us plenty of time to get the UNCC paperwork and decisions made and earn some additional interest in the meantime.
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6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

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Vegas Vets Day Parade & Mini-reunion: Our 6924th Heritage Association President, Fred Sepelak (67-68) got to talk to the mayor of Las Vegas. Gil and the gang got VIP passes to the Hospitality Tent at the Air Show later that day (including free Bud Lite). There has been no confirmation that Fred’s conversation with the mayor was on the local evening news. Here’s some of Gil’s Story:
Here's another hat story and they just keep getting better, for one reason or another.Linda and I met up with Fred & Connie Sepelak at the Vet's Day Parade at the corner of 4th Street and Freemont Street. That's right at the end of the Freemont Street Experience. We were standing together with Fred & Connie and their traveling partners, Jack & Judy and just watching the people gather around to watch the parade. I was wearing my 6924th hat of course and I had my green "vest" on too and had followed the VA Secretary's suggestion that us old fogies should wear our ribbons and/or medals at such events. I wore my ribbon rack AND the seven medals that are available in the miniature size. Fred and I were just chatting when this fine looking younger fella approached us wearing a WW II bomber jacket with a unit insignia. Before I could comment about his patch, he said, "DaNang, huh"? Yes sir I responded and said "69-70". I pointed to Fred and said he was also there in the same unit.He followed that by asking if we were there for the parade and if we were going to the Air Show at Nellis AFB, today too. We said YES we were and he asked "how would you like a VIP parking pass and some free passes to the hospitality tent....?" Now that was a silly question to ask Fred, and me because anything FREE is an automatic YES to both of us I do believe.We asked what we had to do for those in a joking manner and he responded that he had the passes to give out and he wanted to thank us for our service with these passes. Well of course we shook his hand and thanked him for his kind offer. I also asked if the Bomber Group patch was his dad's unit and he responded yes. Fred asked him about what he did for a living and he responded he was a pilot for FEDEX during the day but he was the "Special Projects Director" for the Aviation Nation, the group that puts on the air shows annually at many locations around the country.Curtis T. Wilson was his name and he was a very personable and friendly guy. He told us that astronaut Eugene Cernan, the last man to walk on the moon was the parade grand Marshall and after they walked the parade route, he, Curtis Wilson would make an attempt to bring him by for a personal introduction and photo opportunity. We told him that would be great but in the end, they were too busy and the limo left before we saw them pass by us in the crowd. Curtis was a busy man and had to run off but he went to the limo and retrieved the VIP parking pass and the six guest passes for the air show hospitality area, which was hosted by Outback Steakhouse.We arrived at Nellis at the "I" Street entrance and were promptly guided right to the Thunderbird's Headquarters and Museum to park the vehicle. A short walk and we were in the Outback Steakhouse tent, out of the wind and very comfortable, not to mention the FREE steak & chicken dinner that was provided for all with access to the area. And then there was that little "extra" too.... FREE Bud Light for the asking...! Jack and I were more than honored to have a glass or two while watching the show. Fred didn't know how his buddy Jack would like the air show portion of our experience because he hadn't been feeling well for a day or so, but old Jack loved all those aircraft flying in review and, since we were right in the hospitality tent, those flyers "drove" right by us after landing and saluted and waved to everyone. They were the distance from the curb to a car on a road as they passed by and the excitement level was high. Jack took streaming video of some of the Thunderbird performance and promised to send it to me. One of the requests we had from Curtis Wilson was that we send him a copy of our photo and any comments that our "hat story" item might get on the website. He keeps a collection of memories and of course of the guys he provided the FREE passes for in a notebook. I'm sure when I send him the photo he'll have some more stuff to send to us of our experience. Had we not received this exciting gift from Curtis we would have had to join the throngs of people traveling to the NASCAR track to park, paying $3 for a bus ride to the flightline and then back again with the crowd when it was over. We walked a couple of hundred yards to our car, drove off base and were on our way in no time compared to what we would have had to endure. I know this from experience last year and it made me even MORE proud that this 6924th hat brings such rewards from total strangers....!!!!
Once again we can't tell ya enough to WEAR THOSE HATS when you're OUT....!!!! You never can tell when BENEFITS beyond belief will come to you just for that 6924th hat...!!! What a great time.
2007 Dues are due. Please help support our organization with your $12.00 annual dues. In addition to the web site we have reunions, mini reunions, the PWA Scholarship Fund and the History documents that have all peen supported by your annual dues and other contributions.
Sunday Chat: is back. Join Clyde Orr and who knows who for group chat Sunday evenings at 8 PM eastern, 7 central and 5 on the left coast. Discuss whatever is on your mind with the guys. Sign on to 6924th “chat” at the upper left of the screen and then click on “launch group chat” and join the guys. We want to hear about the big fish you caught!
6924th PWA ROTC Scholarship During a ceremony at UNC Charlotte November 16, 2006 Cadets Calhoun F. Queener and Ryan T. Huff were named as winners of the fall 2006 PWA Scholarships. The next Awards will be spring of 2007.
Founder’s Message: The fall and winter months are a great time to say "hi" and Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas to some ole buddies. And while you're doing that, why not ask about setting up a "mini reunion" after the first of the year to start getting some guys in YOUR local area together. We still have many, many Tigers onboard that have never met up with anyone...! Let’s start getting EVERYONE in the action and going to have coffee, breakfast or just to sit at some location and talk awhile. This IS grass roots 6924th Heritage Assn action. One of the most important tasks we have now is to "bring in more participants" to our activities and to have MORE of those activities. We have CHAPTERS in the making out there. Get them working and moving forward and don't sit on your hands all winter getting the blues. Plan a small get together, contact the troops and go for it. If you want a listing of the Tigers in YOUR STATE, just email me at mikegilkerson@charter.net and I'll send you a listing for you to contact. Let's Roll Tigers....!!!!!

2006-10-14T14:12:00.000-04:00

September 24, 2006 Tele Tiger

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com
Fallen Tigers: Desire L. “Des, Dutch” D’Orange (67-68), we also mourn the loss of Jerry Freeman's wife Bessie who passed away this month after a long illness.
Welcome Aboard: David Donn(70-71)
Reunion 2006 is over and it appears that those of us who were unable for whatever reason to make it missed a great time. Almost 100 were in attendance. Here is some feedback from attendees:
Reunion 2006 update from Gil
We collected $3020 BEFORE the reunion, and continued sales here at the reunion. The final total, while it was "fluid" all evening, ended at about $4300. That's approximate because we didn't, or couldn't, document the amounts received at poolside during the pre-raffle hour or so. Any way you look at it, Ruben and Mary Villafranca did a fantastic job with the raffle AGAIN...! It was smooth, quick and very efficient. At 8:30pm we were off to do whatever the evening held for us. GREAT JOB to ALL those folks who helped in the raffle and the setup for the luau just prior to the raffle. All in all it was just maaaavaleous....!!!! I'll also give an update on the Bessie Freeman Memorial that is also going to the Paul Wayne Anthony AFROTC Scholarship Fund. This amount is also "fluid" since contributions were mailed to World HQs that have not been counted and folks continue to donate even this morning. The current total is $4176.....!!!!! That should even top the $5K mark in my humble judgement. If you haven't participated in this tribute to Bessie Freeman, I humbley (sp) ask you to step forward and send a check to World HQs. And a GREAT BIG thanks to everyone who has already participated.
R. E. Goldy (66-67) - -Posted on the web site Sep 19, 2006

About 30 of us went across the freeway to Carrabas Italian restaurant for dinner. Hap took some pics so I expect they will be ready on site soon. The rest of that crowd had a good time to visit and ate some really good pasta. We tried to stick John Thelen with the bill, but it did not work. Almost out the door headed for the long trek to the hospitality room. Our room is on one side of the hotel and the meeting rooms are on the other. Between is a maze of corridors. Not lost yet, but I carry breadcrumbs to drop along the way. Somebody keeps vacuuming them up behind me. I wonder if that is a message........
Paul Wayne Anthony AFROTC Scholarship: is a fund established by the 6924th Heritage Association in April 2004 and is a major purpose of the association. The fund makes awards each year to deserving Cadets at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte Air Force ROTC program. The Scholarship fund is supported entirely by association membership dues ($12 per year) direct donations, and other association fund- raising activities. The Scholarship program was founded to help preserve the memory of Paul Wayne Anthony, who died April 8, 1970 in a rocket attack on the 6924th Security Squadron communications center at DaNang. Airman Anthony had given up his educational pursuits at UNC-Charlotte to serve our country and is the only 6924SS member listed as KIA. Several Cadets have received awards from this great program that preserves our history while providing needed assistance to young students and future Air Force officers. Generous Tigers have kept the program alive and well and your continued support of the program is appreciated. Donations are always welcome in any amount you can afford. Please help support this wonderful program if you are able. Additional information about the PWA fund including the initial Cadet selection criteria and information about past winners is in the News section of our web site under the category ” PWA AFROTC Scholarship” or “PWA Scholarship fund”. Send your tax-deductible contribution today.
Reunion 2007 will be for 4 days late Sept. or early Oct. 2007 The Reunion Committee has designated the Washington, D.C. area for our next Annual Reunion, to be held in the fall of 2007. Details will be forthcoming, but will include a service at the Vietnam Wall. After reading comments in the surveys (here at the 2006 Reunion), the Reunion Committee felt comfortable to announce the reunion location for next year. The survey included in this edition of the TELE-TIGER is the same survey given out here in Colorado Springs (and eventually mailed to those without Internet access) and is still very much VALID and member comments and input is still solicited. Please send your comments to World HQ and GIL ASAP.

Vegas Veterans Day Parade and Mini reunion
Mark your calendar and make your plans to be in Vegas for the Veterans Day celebration, the big parade, and a few Tiger buddies lookin’ to tell some stories to anyone who will listen. November 11, 2006. This will be the second year for our guys beung in the Veterans Day parade and it may become an annual mini-reunion so plan to be in Vegas to celebrate Veterans Day Tiger style.

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Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

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Golden Beaver Awards 2006

The banquet is always the scene of awards and a big Thank you, and this year was no exception. Along with the annual Founder's Award, (given this year to your Editor of the Tele-Tiger), and the heartfelt Tiger Award (given only once before) to Jerry Freeman from Texas for his unselfish and tireless work for the organization was a resurrection of yet another award. The 6924th Heritage Association was proud to recognize those many Tigers and their Ladies for countless hours of service to the organization with a GOLDEN BEAVER AWARD.
The official ceremony began amid the "buzz" from the crowd wondering why is VP Ralph Jones having these folks "Fall In" at the back of the room? After a false start or two and some mild confusion by our FTA President, recipients were presented replicas of the USAFSS Beaver Awards of old. Each received his or her beautiful certificate and did the "Grip and Grin" shaking hands and posing for a picture with Order of the Beaver Commander, J. R. Stafford.
We know that all recipients will wear their awards proudly....

The following recipients are recognized in no particular order for their work in a particular position of responsibility or deeds they’ve accomplished over the past year or more...)

1. Eddie Brown as Treasurer / FTA President / Scholarship Committee
2. Terry Kearney for work on the Charlie Flight and Fallen Tiger Registry
3. Bess Skipper for reunion work both in the Great Smoky Mountains and Annual Reunions
4. Ruben Villafranca as The Raffle Guy / and Dog Flight Registry
5. Steve (Tiny) Fontaine for work on the Maintenance Registry
6. Fred Sepelak as Association President
7. R. J. Jones as Vice President / for graphics both on, and off, the web and scholarship Committee
8. Mike Gilkerson as Secretary / Webmaster / Editor of 2nd Edition of the Association History / CEO of World Headquarters, Scholarship Committee
9. Jackie Brown for reunion work, both in Peach Holler and at the Annual Reunions
10. Al Skipper for his work in GSM Reunions and the Scholarship Committee
11. Jerry Freeman as former Board Member / for countless hours devoted to the reunion raffle / quilts / and digging up reunion participants
12. Mary Villafranca as Raffle Gal and for reunion work
13. Clyde Orr as the weekly CHAT Guy and for work on the Iron Horse Registry
14. Roger Oleson for work on the Able Flight Registry
15. Bob Sullivan for work on the Baker Flight Registry
16. Paul Deshaies for his work as our UNCC contact and the Paul Wayne Anthony Scholarship Committee
17. Don La Chappell as "shirt / mug / and hat guy"
18. John Thelen as Colorado Springs expert / and local host
19. Brigitte Stafford as Event Coordinator / and reunion work
20. Steve Engle as Veteran’s Day Parade coordinator in Las Vegas
21. "Bubba" (Mike Purdy) as GIL's muscle and strong supporter of the Heritage Association
22. Miss Bessie Freeman (posthumous) for her continuous work on raffle prizes and loving support over the years
23. CMSgt. Brian Gauthier (if we find him), with the 324th IS (TDY now from Hickam) as 40 Anniversary Reunion Coordinator in Hawaii
24. Helen Henderson as the Misawa site coordinator and 6924th Heritage Association Tiger search supporter
25. Bobby Edwards as the 6910th site coordinator and Tiger search supporter
26. Ray Horos as NOLA expert / information provider / local host
27. Russell Labadens as a NOLA tour guide
28. Rene` Labadens as a NOLA tour guide
29. Jack Hawkins for work on the Communications Center Registry
30. Ron Krebs as "snail mail" coordinator / sponsor
31. Al Raymondi as TELE TIGER Publisher / Editor
32. Diane Raymondi as TELE TIGER Publisher / Editor
33. Joe Bohren as writer and editor of 1st and the 2nd edition of the Association’s History
34. J.R. Stafford as reunion Emcee / and reunion work 2006 Founder’s Award announcement by Gil at the annual banquet, 9-22-2006
I have the distinct honor and privilege to announce the 2006 Founder's Award recipient. AL RAYMONDI, the editor of the Tele Tiger is this year's recipient. But also mentioned in the citation is the work done by Diane Raymondi in support of Al's work. Here's the citation read at the banquet on 22 Sept 06.The Sixth Annual Founder's Award once again goes to an outstanding Tiger who continually works to improve the communications among the membership.There are three primary means of communication between our Tiger buddies. The first method was the website and associated email. The founder was presented with the first Founder's Award. The secfond method of communication was the Sponsorship Program and the founder of that program was also the recipient of the Founder's Award. The third method of communication between our Tigers is through the Tele Tiger newsletter.In November 2003 the idea of a newsletter was floating around but the "means" to get it done without being a great expense was the problem. It was at that time that AL RAYMONDI stepped forward and suggested we use the website to distribute the Tele Tiger to everyone online and let the sponsors take care of those offline. After a couple of trial and error transmissions, Al transmitted the first official "rebirth" of the Tele Tiger in November 2003.Al opened the first Tele Tiger with this statement:"Up from the ashes and from thirty years of silence TELE TIGER speaks again! This is the FIRST EDITION of our quarterly newsletter. This is a low budget operation which has as the single purpose to inform those who have served in the 6924SS."After only several quarters it became apparent that we needed to change the Tele Tiger. At that time the Tele Tiger became a monthly newsletter. In his infinite wisdom, Al decided that the date of publication should be on the "24th" of each month. Since that time everyone with a valid email address on the website receives an email on the 24th with the Tele Tiger attached. That date is also the cue for all the sponsors to print the Tele Tiger and mail it to all the Tigers they sponsor.Al Raymondi stepped forward and took this project by the horns from the first mention of a newsletter. he continually extracts information from the website for inclusion in the next edition and seeks out other information that may be of interest and help to our Tiger brothers. This baby is HIS and he runs with it and only occasionally yells for "input" from us.But we can't recognize Al Raymondi and not mention that all that "data entry" work on the Tele Tiger seems to be done by DIANE RAYMONDI. So we have another TEAM working together for the betterment of our community of Tigers and making communications better for all.The founder of the TELE TIGER newsletter is the 2006 Founder's Award recipient. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

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Annual 6924th Heritage Association reunion survey.

Please return the following 6924th Heritage Association Annual Reunion Survey to Mike Gilkerson at the Registration Desk or mail to: World Headquarters, 6924th Heritage Assn, P.O. Box 132, Mascoutah, IL 62258 Please take just a few minutes to help your Reunion Committee plan for upcoming Reunions and Heritage Association activities. Your opinions and feedback are valued and will be considered.

1. Please check the reunions you have attended:
· _____ San Antonio, 2001
· _____ San Antonio, 2002
· _____ Branson, 2003
· _____ San Antonio, 2004
· _____ New Orleans, 2005
· _____ Colorado Springs, 2006
· _____ Never attended a Reunion, but may yet get to one

2. Please check all the reasons you attend an Annual Reunion:
· _____ Traveling to new areas of the country
· _____ Meeting new members of the Heritage Association
· _____ Renewing new and old friendships
· _____ The organized tours included with the Reunion Package
· _____ The optional tours
· _____ The Annual Banquet
· _____ Guest Speakers
· _____ The Annual Raffle event
· _____ Other, please be specific: ________________________

3. The biggest reasons I don’t attend a Reunion are:
· _____ Don’t like to (or can’t), travel far from home
· _____ Time of year the Reunion is held
· _____ The Reunions are too long
· _____ Health reason don’t permit my travel
· _____ The Reunions are too costly
· _____ Not enough time to socialize
· _____ The Reunions are too structured
· _____ The cost of the lodging
· _____ The cost of Reunion Package
· _____ Other: ________________________________________
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4. Suggestions for improvement of future Reunions
o _____ More events included in the basic package
o _____ Less group events
o _____ More free time
o _____ Separate events for men and women
o _____ How far would you travel from home to attend? _______
o _____ More banquet food choices
o _____ Three Cities you would like to see the next Reunion
_______________, _________________, ________________
o _____ On line registration possibilities
o _____ Smaller Hotel
o _____ More military programs
o _____ Less military programs
o _____ Lock in the dates for the annual Reunion (i.e: always going to be the last week in Sept. every year.)
o _____ Other suggestions to better meet your needs: ______________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________

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2006-08-30T14:29:00.000-04:00

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com
Welcome Aboard: Dennis Monroe (66-67), Bob Gass (64-65, Gerald S. Fetterly (65-66)
Fallen Tigers: Arlis Z "Zed" Turner (68-69), Willard David "Willie Dave" Mayo (67-68)
Reunion 2006 Deadlines: You must register for the NORAD tour by September 1, 2006. September 8 is the deadline for registration and optional tours. The hotel reservations deadline has already passed so the discount rate is no longer available, but you can still surprise everyone by showing up at the reunion! Be there if you are able. Official reunion dates are September 19 to 21 at the Sheraton in Colorado Springs Co. Many Tigers plan to arrive a couple days earlier and some may stay a couple days after so make your plans to stop by if you can. Late update…. There are no vacancies for the NORAD tours; both are reserved to capacity.
Recent web site posting by Clyde Orr (68-69)
As I looked at the calendar this morning the date jumped out at me. On August 7, 1968 I boarded a plane headed for DaNang. How could I have known that thirty-eight years later I would still be involved with a group of great people that shared my same fate. I just want to thank Gil for starting the web site and the 6924th Heritage Association that brought us all together. I would like to let all you folks that have never made one of our reunions to know that you are really missing an opportunity to meet up with some terrific people and to renew some old friendships with guys that you were stationed with. I urge all of you to join us in Colorado Springs. Make your reservations now.
Time is getting short. Make your reservations and friends Fly Free* to Las Vegas! For a limited time, when you buy a air/hotel vacation package the second person flies free* when traveling on the same itinerary. Book Now! (GIL NOTE: copy/click on link below....)http://www.allegiantair.com/aaLanding_241_flyfreetovegas.php?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=241_20060806 Use this to get to the Veteran’s day Mini Reunion. Bring your wife or significant other or whoever you travel with.Vegas Vets day parade and Mini. Gil posted this on the web site recently. I received the Vegas Entry packet that was addressed to Steve Engel at the 6924th Heritage Assn address so we have the package. The question now is do we have the PEOPLE that can/will commit to go in November...? The deadline for the parade deal is in early September this year so IF we want to do the parade, it'll have to be in and done sometime in late August. Contact Gill or your sponsor if you plan to attend.I haven't seen much/any activity on folks saying they'll make the fun in Vegas so I guess it's about time to ASK.............. Who's plannin' to come, hopin' to come have some fun with us for a few days...?
Reunion Raffle 2006 ticket sales are ahead of last year and there is still time to buy yours. Tickets are $5 a ticket or 5 tickets for $20. Make checks payable to: " 6924th Heritage Assn" and mail to:
6924th Heritage Assn, P.O. Box 132, Mascoutah, IL 62258.
To donate a prize, bring the prize(s) to the reunion or Mail to: John Thelen,
4171 Diamond Ridge View, Colorado Springs, CO 80918 See page 2 for the prize list to get you in the mood to BUY!
Clyde Orr (68-69) - Suggests

For you folks that do not attend the reunions. A lot of the raffle prizes are worth some big bucks. Just look at the list. Cash prizes donated by the Gilster, and another famous quilt designed by Jer from Texas, gift certificates, plus many other great items. The annual raffle is the only fundraiser we have. You need not be present to win. Prizes will be sent to the winners, unless the prize is booze or something that cannot be sent through the mail. Help the association by purchasing some tickets. Let's have a record turnout this year. Let's Roll Tigers
6924th Group Chat is now Sunday evenings at 7 PM Central Time. Log on to the web site and hit chat and launch group chat to get in on the fun. Get the scoop on the raffle, reunion, mini reunions or whatever you’d care to discuss.
Tele Tiger is always in need of stories; articles of interest or photos so if you have something to share do not hesitate to send it my way. Use the E-Mail address below or call me at my work number listed below. I will do my best to accommodate any appropriate suggestions.
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Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245
Page 2 Tele Tiger August 24, 2006
Reunion 2006 Raffle prizes are looking GOOD thanks to some very generous Tigers. Anyone who has not purchased tickets can still do so and have a chance to WIN some good stuff. If you cannot attend, your winnings (except booze) will be shipped to you. So let's git 'er done!
The prize list as of 08/17/06 - Life Membership - donated by 6924th Assn.- Traveling bottle of VO - (prior winners\year - Harley\02; Goldie\03; Van Russell\04 and Larry Cahill\05.)- Tiger Figurine - donated by BJ Cook- Texas Goodies - donated by Ruben Villafranca - $25 Walmart gift certificate - donated by Larry Langston- $25 Walmart gift certificate - donated by Larry Langston- An autographed copy of the book "The Plane That Wasn't There" - donated by theauthor John Norlin- Two CD (1997 collection and Gleen Miller Mood) recorded by the Air Force Bandjazz ensemble, The Airman of Note - donated by John Thelen- $100 cash - donated by Mike Gilkerson- $150 cash - donated by Mike Gilkerson- $25 Gas gift certificate at BP Oil - donated by Fred Sepelak- $25 Gas gift certificate at BP Oil - donated by Fred Sepelak- $50 Gas gift certificate at BP Oil - donated by Fred Sepelak- $100 Gas gift certificate at BP Oil - donated by Fred Sepelak- $25 Gas gift certificate at BP Oil - donated by Fred Sepelak- $25 Gas gift certificate at BP Oil - donated by Fred Sepelak- a bottle of wine made by students at Fresno State (the only univ. in the country that makes and sells it's own wine - donated by Clyde Orr- a bottle of wine made by students at Fresno State (the only univ. in the country that makes and sells it's own wine - donated by Clyde Orr- 1 survival knife including compass, sharpener and a tiny fishing kit in the handle with hook, line and sinker - $35 value donated by Clyde Orr- One of kind quilt original designed by Jer (Picture will be posted on the site) - donated by Jerry Freeman- Gift certificate from Legal Seafoods - lobster for 2 and it contains 1 qt of clamchowder, 2 crab cakes and 2 - 1 1/4 lb lobsters - value $135 will be shipped to the winner - donated by Steve/Faith Manzer.- a $50 gift certificate to Applebees - donated by Steve & Ruth Engel- a $50 gift certificate to Applebees - donated by Steve & Ruth Engel- an Air Force Leather Scrapbook with die-cast medallion - donated by Larry & Vera Cahill- A 16 X 20 framed painting of the Welcome Home 6924th Logo painted by BessieFreeman - Donated by Jerry Freeman- 1 bowie knives - donated by Jerry Freeman- 1 bowie knives - donated by Jerry Freeman- 1 bowie knives - donated by Jerry Freeman- 1 bowie knives - donated by Jerry Freeman- CD's with oldies in mp3 format - Ralph Jones- CD's with oldies in mp3 format - Ralph Jones- An autographed copy of the book "Intelligence Failures and Decent Intervals" - donated by the author Philip Kivett - $50 gift certificate to LL Bean - donated by Ron Kreusel- 2 children's tiger bags - one a back pack and one a small handbag - donated by John Thelen- Gardener Tool Seat value $30 - donated by Frank O. & Sue Long- $50 gift certificate to ACE Hardware stores - donated by Denise & Jay Johnson- $50 gift certificate to ACE Hardware stores - donated by Denise & Jay Johnson- Oil painting , Jer calls "Prize Pig" painted by Bessie's art instructor - donated byJerry Freeman- King Size Comforter - dominate color is light Air Force Blue (approx value $100) -donated by Jerry Freeman

2006-08-02T11:48:00.000-04:00

2006-07-26T16:11:00.000-04:00

The official newsletter of the 6924th Heritage Association. It is sent on/or about the 24th of each month from
Teletiger@myfamily.com
Welcome Aboard: Dave Husby (69-65), Nancy Edmonds, Spouse of fallen Tiger John Edmunds (68-70), John Jensen (73), Mike Boyles (70-71), Richard Allison (64-65).
Reunion Welcome Luncheon speaker named!
The 6924th Heritage Association is pleased to announce that Mr. Danny Russell has consented to be our Welcome Luncheon speaker in Colorado Springs this year. Mr. Russell served in USAFSS from 1966-1970 as a Morse Intercept Operator stationed first at Misawa 67-69, and Pleiku & Da Nang RVN 69-70. He is the recipient of the Air Medal, Purple Heart and the Distinguished Flying Cross.During his tour in Vietnam, he was shot-down twice within two hours and found himself "right in the middle of the bad guys" in the A-Shau Valley. Mr. Russell will speak about the value of TEAMWORK at the luncheon. Tickets to the Welcome Luncheon are included as part of the "Reunion Registration Package." The Welcome Luncheon is but one of several outstanding events planned for the Sixth Annual Heritage Association Reunion. Register today!Reunion 2006 raffle
Only 2 months until reunion time. Let's get on the bandwagon and participate Tigers. The prize list is starting to come along and so is the purchases of raffle tickets. We still need some help. Let's hear from some more of you.Here are the rules for the upcoming raffle. Tickets will be sold at $5 a ticket or 5 tickets for $20. Make checks payable to:" 6924th Heritage Assn." Mail to: 6924th Heritage Assn. P.O. Box 132 Mascouth, IL 62258
Reunion 2006 Cut-offs are coming up soon. August 15, 2006 is the deadline for registering for the NORAD tours and August 19, 2006 is the cut-off for the reduced rate hotel rooms. So if you are thinking of attending make your plans now! The 6924th Heritage Association 2006 Annual Reunion is at the Sheraton Hotel, Colorado Springs, CO., September 19-22, 2006. Early registration will begin Monday, Sept. 18, 2006 in the Hospitality room from 3-5 PM. Call the hotel directly for reservations 719-576-5900 and mention the 6924th Security Squadron Reunion to get the reduced rate. More information is available on the web site or contact Gil or your sponsor.
Email is still the preferred method of communication for the 6924th Heritage Association. Please inform Gil of any changes to your contact information.
Stock Market Investment Tips for 2006: Get in on the ground floor and make some big bucks. Watch for these consolidations in 2006.
Polygram Records, Warner Bros, and Zesta Crackers join forces and become Poly Warner Cracker.
3M will merge with Goodyear and issue forth as MMMGood.
Zippo Manufacturing, Audi Motors, Dofasco, and Dakota Mining will merge and become ZipAudiDoDa.
FedEx is expected to join its major competitor, UPS, and become FedUP.
Fairchild Electronics and Honeywell Computers will become Fairwell Honeychild.
Grey Poupon and docker Pants are expected to become: Poupon Pants.
7. Knotts Berry Farm and the National Organization of Women will become: Knot NOW! _________________________________________________________________________________________
Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

2006-06-29T18:01:00.000-04:00

2006-06-29T17:58:00.000-04:00

June 24, 2006 Tele Tiger

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY
Welcome Aboard: Owen Walsworth (80-83)Fallen Tigers: Each issue we publish the names of our fellow 6924th guys that we learn have passed away. Whatever information the Association has about the fallen Tigers is on the web site. We recently learned of the passing of Willie Dave Mayo (67-68).Reunion 2006 is now less than 3 months away. Get your act together, make your plans, sign up for the tours and be there to meet old buddies and new Tiger Friends who have shared some of your experiences. There will be lots of food, drink, camaraderie and especially stories! Don’t miss out! Act Today! September 19 to September 21, 2006 in Colorado Springs, CO. The hotel reservation phone number is 1-800-325-9595. Mention the 6924th to get the $85 nightly rate. Time is getting short so make your reservations today!Reunion Raffle prizes are piling up and tickets are going like hotcakes. Donate a prize if you can and buy a few tickets to help support the Association’s Paul Wayne Anthony ROTC Scholarship and other activities. There are some great prizes donated already by generous Tigers. No prize is too small or too big so if you can please donate a prize and also buy as many raffle tickets as you can afford. Thanks!6924th Battle Flag: our President Fred Sepelak (67-68) recently posted That to the web site. The 6924th Battle Flag (it's really a quilt made by Jer from Texas) was given to Steve Manzer to take home to Boston at the conclusion of last years New Orleans reunion. He has assured me that it has been guarded well with many additions which will be on display in Colorado Springs. The Battle Flag is adorned with numerous military patches, pins, photos, etc. All members attending the reunions are requested to sign the Battle Flag which in time will be retired in a yet to be named place and manner. The MAN upstairs will dictate who will be the last of us standing to carry out this honor. Tradition has it that the "passing of the flag" take place at the reunion business meeting. It is Steve's responsibility to pass the flag for safe keeping to a member who has at least a tentative plan to attend the 2007 reunion. If any of you have a photo, patch, pin or other memorabilia item which you would like to have put on the flag, please forward it to Steve ASAP.....Address: 30 Thicket St. Weymouth, MA 02190Phone: 781-335-0304 E Mail manzer@massed.netMark your calendar for the 24th of each month. That is when you should receive the latest edition of Tele Tiger, The official newsletter for the 6924th Heritage Association. If you do not receive the next issue it may be because you changed your email address but did not update Gil or the Association address book on the web site. Or possibly you have mail from Teletiger@myfamily.com blocked in your mail program or by your Internet service provider. So keep Gil up to date with all your contact information and keep getting the latest 6924th news.Vegas Veterans Day Parade: Our Tigers will be in the Veteran’s Day Parade in Las Vegas on November 11, 2006. There will be a mini reunion for those that are able to attend. More details are available on the web site or contact Gil. The theme for this year’s parade is “History of Military Flight from past to present.” So this should be a great show for those interested in flying and the machines that make it possible. The Parade Committee is encouraging participants to depict historic aircraft, or dress in Historic Flight Gear. Our Tiger Buds will be flyin high so join the fun if you can. Gil and his wife Linda will be there and are staying at the Holiday Inn Express North. More information is available on the Web site or contact Gil or your sponsor.Tiger Retirement: Congratulations to J.R. Stafford (67-68) on his recent retirement from the Coast Guard after 32 Years of combined service. Photos and other information about J.R.’s ceremony, attended by a few Tigers, is available on the web site.Tiger Nuptials: Matt “Buzzo” Murphy (67) was married May 17, 2006 in Las Vegas to his lovely bride Adela. Photos of the happy couple with Elvis are on the web site. Congratulations and many happy returns. __________________________________________________________________________________________________Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al RaymondiP. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.comMascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

2006-06-29T17:56:00.000-04:00

Here's the plaintext version of the above document..... GIL
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY
Welcome Aboard: Owen Walsworth (80-83)Fallen Tigers: Each issue we publish the names of our fellow 6924th guys that we learn have passed away. Whatever information the Association has about the fallen Tigers is on the web site. We recently learned of the passing of Willie Dave Mayo (67-68).Reunion 2006 is now less than 3 months away. Get your act together, make your plans, sign up for the tours and be there to meet old buddies and new Tiger Friends who have shared some of your experiences. There will be lots of food, drink, camaraderie and especially stories! Don’t miss out! Act Today! September 19 to September 21, 2006 in Colorado Springs, CO. The hotel reservation phone number is 1-800-325-9595. Mention the 6924th to get the $85 nightly rate. Time is getting short so make your reservations today!Reunion Raffle prizes are piling up and tickets are going like hotcakes. Donate a prize if you can and buy a few tickets to help support the Association’s Paul Wayne Anthony ROTC Scholarship and other activities. There are some great prizes donated already by generous Tigers. No prize is too small or too big so if you can please donate a prize and also buy as many raffle tickets as you can afford. Thanks!6924th Battle Flag: our President Fred Sepelak (67-68) recently posted That to the web site. The 6924th Battle Flag (it's really a quilt made by Jer from Texas) was given to Steve Manzer to take home to Boston at the conclusion of last years New Orleans reunion. He has assured me that it has been guarded well with many additions which will be on display in Colorado Springs. The Battle Flag is adorned with numerous military patches, pins, photos, etc. All members attending the reunions are requested to sign the Battle Flag which in time will be retired in a yet to be named place and manner. The MAN upstairs will dictate who will be the last of us standing to carry out this honor. Tradition has it that the "passing of the flag" take place at the reunion business meeting. It is Steve's responsibility to pass the flag for safe keeping to a member who has at least a tentative plan to attend the 2007 reunion. If any of you have a photo, patch, pin or other memorabilia item which you would like to have put on the flag, please forward it to Steve ASAP.....Address: 30 Thicket St. Weymouth, MA 02190Phone: 781-335-0304 E Mail manzer@massed.netMark your calendar for the 24th of each month. That is when you should receive the latest edition of Tele Tiger, The official newsletter for the 6924th Heritage Association. If you do not receive the next issue it may be because you changed your email address but did not update Gil or the Association address book on the web site. Or possibly you have mail from Teletiger@myfamily.com blocked in your mail program or by your Internet service provider. So keep Gil up to date with all your contact information and keep getting the latest 6924th news.Vegas Veterans Day Parade: Our Tigers will be in the Veteran’s Day Parade in Las Vegas on November 11, 2006. There will be a mini reunion for those that are able to attend. More details are available on the web site or contact Gil. The theme for this year’s parade is “History of Military Flight from past to present.” So this should be a great show for those interested in flying and the machines that make it possible. The Parade Committee is encouraging participants to depict historic aircraft, or dress in Historic Flight Gear. Our Tiger Buds will be flyin high so join the fun if you can. Gil and his wife Linda will be there and are staying at the Holiday Inn Express North. More information is available on the Web site or contact Gil or your sponsor.Tiger Retirement: Congratulations to J.R. Stafford (67-68) on his recent retirement from the Coast Guard after 32 Years of combined service. Photos and other information about J.R.’s ceremony, attended by a few Tigers, is available on the web site.Tiger Nuptials: Matt “Buzzo” Murphy (67) was married May 17, 2006 in Las Vegas to his lovely bride Adela. Photos of the happy couple with Elvis are on the web site. Congratulations and many happy returns. __________________________________________________________________________________________________Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al RaymondiP. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.comMascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

2006-05-23T20:10:00.000-04:00

Tele Tiger Newsletter for May 24, 2006

This is all Jumbled up and does not have the graphics at the header but here is the latest edition of Tele Tiger, the official newsletter for the 6924th Heritage Association.

Welcome aboard: Dave Anderson (66-67), Doug Schlauch (66-67), Tom Kirker (68 & 73-74), Bill Crane (64-65)
Fallen Tigers:
Reminders: Reunion 2006 in Colorado Springs, Co. Sept. 19 to Sept. 21 at the Sheraton. Call 800-325-9595 and mention the 6924th to make your reservations. The $85 rate is good a couple days before and after the official dates. Also be sure to register with Brigitte and sign up for the events and tours. Forms and details are available on the web site or contact Gil or your sponsor. The time is going fast and is now less than 4 months away. Git ‘er done!
The 6924th will have a float (or sumpthin’) in the Las Vegas Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 11, 2006. Everyone who attended last year thought it was an exhilarating experience. Jump on the truck and go for a ride with your fellow Tigers. If enough guys are going maybe Gill will get a Tiger trailer for the overflow.
Email is the preferred method of contact for the Association so please let Gil know if your email or other contact information changes.
The raffle man, Ruben Villafranca (70-71) is still accepting donations for the 2006 reunion raffle. Donate a prize if you can. Tickets are also for sale and you need not be at the raffle to win (except for booze prizes) so get some tickets at $5 each or 5 for $20 and you will be a winner for helping support the Association and maybe you’ll even win a prize!
You cannot reply to the Tele Tiger email address….well you can I guess, but nobody gets it – it goes nowhere. If you want to make a comment or suggestion send it to all at nonaray1@aol.com or post it on the web site.
6924TH Goes Blogging. Has anyone not visited the 6924th web site at http://www.myfamily.com/ because there is just too much there? Because it is password protected and you wish to remain anonymous? Maybe our new web log (Blog) is more to your liking. No password and we will attempt to put only the most important information out there (like reunions etc.) and you can look at it and move along and nobody will know you were there, or you may leave a comment if you wish. If you have any requests for additional information or any suggestions just let us know. Put this link in as a favorite place on your browser and you can visit often to get the latest http://www.6924ss.blogspot.com/ Let us know if you have suggestions for what to put out there. If anyone knows about this stuff and wants to administer the Blog just let us know. We need all the help we can get!
Saturday Chat: is a live discussion (via keyboard) with other tigers that have no big date for Saturday nights. Join your host Clyde Orr (68-69) at 7 PM Central Time. Every week. Or if you have big dates most nights maybe you’ll get tired and need to take a night off once every so often and when you do……..Get in on the chat.
6924th Heritage Association Web Site at myfamily.com. You have the right to remain silent…But you miss out on lots of great pictures! You can look at pictures of people you may have known. Pictures of the surroundings while you were at the 6924th. You can also look at pictures of things from before you were there and pictures of what things looked like after you were there.
And the Stories! Lots of great stories detailing the 6924th history as told by those who lived it! Some stories are short, some are long. Some are humorous and some are sad. Many are extremely well written containing qualities you would expect only in a good book. Stories about then and now and everything in between.
The fabulous photos and informative writings provide many, many hours of enjoyment and either one is worth price of admission. But admission is free you say? Even better – what a deal! But wait……There’s more!
Occasional jokes and humorous anecdotes, historical information and documents, an opportunity to put your 2 cents worth in if you desire. There is no need to respond and no requirement to do so. Memory joggers galore, Airman to Sgt. to Captain all participating equally, Find out what happened to some of those you served with. Camaraderie and support by a group who have shared some of your experiences, new pictures and stories every week, new found Tigers every week. Maybe your best buddy is there. Wouldn’t you like to recall some memories with some of those you served with?
Information about the first shirt, the commander, the officer of the day and others you served with. Annual reunion and possibilities for other ""mini""reunions regionally or as Tigers travel. Free advice on a variety of topics as needed and requested. Someone on the site probably has experienced the same problem you have and is willing to share a solution and/or encouragement.
Discussions of current events (but not politics or religion), The story of how the 6924th became the Tiger Squadron. So what
are you waiting for? Consider this your written invitation to get onto the 6924th web site. If you need a new password contact Gil and
he’ll fix you up.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Send orders & payments to: Association contact: Newsletter suggestions:
6924th Heritage Assn. Mike Gilkerson (Gil) Al Raymondi
P. O. Box 132 mikegilkerson@charter.net nonaray1@aol.com
Mascoutah, IL. 62258 (618) 566-7887 (386) 441-8245

2006-04-09T13:58:00.000-04:00

2006-04-08T21:14:00.000-04:00

6924th Annual Reunion – September 19-22, 2006Sheraton Hotel, Colorado Springs, Colorado
AGENDA
Monday, September 18, 2006
Arrival and set up3 PM – 5 PM Early Registration –Centennial (Hospitality Room)
Tuesday, September 19, 20067 AM
Continental Breakfast-Centennial (Hospitality Room)8 AM – Noon Registration – Centennial (Hospitality Room)12:30 PM – 2:30 PM Welcome Lunch & New Member Intro.. Pikes Peak I&II&III3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Business Meeting Pikes Peak I&II&IIIFREE EVENING
Wednesday, September 20, 20067 AM Continental Breakfast-Centennial (Hospitality Room)FREE DAY TILL 4 PM OPTIONAL TOURS7:45 AM-11:00AM *NORAD Tour 1 (30 PERSONS ONLY PER TOUR)8:45 AM- 3:00 PM Gambling for the Gold Tour-6 Hrs (30 PERSON MIN)8:30AM - 3:00 PM Royal Gorge & Lunch Tour- 6 Hrs (20 PERSON MIN.)12:30 PM-4:00 PM Colorful Colorado Springs 5 Hrs. (10 PERSON MIN.)(see Optional Tour registration for price and details)5:30 PM - 6:00 PM No Host Social6:00 PM - 9:00 PM LUAU Dinner & Raffle (Garden Atrium-Pool, Hawaii Attire)Thursday, September 21, 20067 AM Continental Breakfast-Centennial (Hospitality Room)FREE MORNING OPTIONAL TOUR7:45 AM- 11:00 AM *NORAD Tour 2 (30 PERSONS ONLY PER TOUR)(see Optional Tour registration for price and details)NOON - 4:00 PM GROUP TOUR Air Force Academy Officers Club Lunch and AcademyTour GROUP TOUR5:00PM – 11:00 PM Flying W Ranch Dinner & Show (Western Attire)5:00 PM BUS Departure Hotel Lobby5:45 PM Group Photo
Friday, September 22, 20067 AM
Continental Breakfast-Centennial (Hospitality Room)FREE DAY OPTIONAL TOURS8:30 AM – 3:00PM Pikes Peak & Cogs Railway Tour (STOP FOR LUNCH NOT INLUDED IN PRICE,10 PERSON MIN)THIS TOUR IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR ANYONE WITH A MEDICAL CONDITION DUE TO THE 14,110 ELEVATION10:00 AM -3:00 PM Colorful Colorado 5 Hrs (10 PERSON MIN.)10:00 AM -3:00 PM Shopping Tour - 6 Hrs. (10 PERSON MIN.)(See Optional Tour registration for price and details) BANQUET6:30 PM - 7:00 PM No Host Social7:00 PM - 7:15 PM Presentation of Colors (Honor Guard -Peterson AF Base)7:15 PM - 11:00 PM “Flying High” Dinner Banquet & Dancing (Dinner attire)
For additional information contact mike (Gil) Gilkerson mikegilkerson@charter.net

6924th Heritage Assn.
P. O. Box 132
Mascoutah, IL. 62258
(618) 566-7887