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Til Valhalla Project US • May 3

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MARCH 2024 EDITION 4

"The families have no idea who we are, where the memorial came from, or why their Hero showed up on their doorstep. Our supporters are the humble Heroes who are keeping legacies alive." - Korey Shaffer, Founder\xa0

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Capt Alvin L. Tidlund, 81, U.S. Army Air Corps, born in South Dakota September 28, 1921, passed away on September 3, 2003. In WWII, Tidlund served aboard a B-24 with 459th Bomb Group, 758th Bomb Squadron. He flew over 50 missions and destroyed Axis bridges, depots, and railroads. After the war, Tidlund earned a law degree and began practicing law. Over the course of his 35-year career, he became a well-known, highly-regarded attorney and even argued several cases that were brought before the Missouri Supreme Court. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG Duriel J. Powell

SSG Duriel J. Powell, 33, U.S. Army, born January 26, 1979, passed away on September 28, 2012. Powell served as a Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator with 1st Battalion, 5th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Infantry Regiment and deployed to the Middle East twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. There, he would establish radio communications and build bunkers to protect our artillery equipment. Powell enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and playing golf. He was a genuinely selfless man who would do anything for his loved ones. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT William H. Tallerdy Jr.

SGT William H. Tallerdy Jr., 65, U.S. Army, Texas Army National Guard, born in Connecticut December 25, 1947, passed away from a heart attack on July 1, 2013. In Vietnam, Tallerdy served with 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division. While on patrol, his unit was ambushed by VC forces. He was knocked out by small arms fire but woke up and fired at VC troops until he ran out of ammo. Tallerdy then helped the surviving members of his unit spot enemy soldiers until reinforcements arrived. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Silver Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PV2 Daniel J. Plummer

PV2 Daniel J. Plummer, 63, Massachusetts Army National Guard, born in California April 17, 1959, passed away from health complications on March 3, 2023. Plummer served as a Wheeled Vehicle Repairman with 726th Maintenance Battalion, 26th Infantry Division at Fort Devens. There, he was tasked with repairing and maintaining the vehicles on base. Plummer enjoyed fishing, playing hockey, and jamming out to Electric Light Orchestra. He is remembered as a big-hearted man who always tried his best. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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CPO Norman Toia

CPO Norman Toia, 51, U.S. Navy, born in Virginia January 29, 1971, passed away from cancer on July 30, 2022. Toia served as an Information Systems Technician and was stationed aboard the USS Leahy (CG-16) and USS Callaghan (DDG-994). Throughout his career, he deployed overseas multiple times, most recently to the Middle East for Operation Inherent Resolve. Toia is remembered for his sense of humor, generosity, and faith. He believed that every moment counts and genuinely lived that philosophy. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPL Delbert L. White

CPL Delbert L. White, 20, U.S. Army, born in Iowa February 10, 1931, passed away in a POW camp on March 18, 1951. White was an Engineman, Operating with 2nd Engineer (Combat) Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division in Korea. His unit was fighting CCF troops so the rest of his division could fall back when he was captured and sent to a POW camp, where he passed away from malnutrition. Listed as MIA for 71 years, White was identified via DNA and laid to rest in his hometown. He earned a Purple Heart and the Prisoner of War Medal. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPL Richard A. Lawrence

CPL Richard A. Lawrence, 21, U.S. Army, born in Michigan April 26, 1945, was killed in action on February 16, 1967. Lawrence was an Infantryman with 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division in Vietnam. While on patrol, his unit was ambushed by NVA forces. Under heavy fire, he left cover and took out three enemy positions, allowing for the rescue of his wounded squadmates. Lawrence kept carrying men to safety until he was mortally wounded by enemy fire. He earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star with "V" device. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPO Timothy L. McNees

CPO Timothy L. McNees, 50, U.S. Navy, born in Michigan April 27, 1966, passed away from health complications on November 26, 2016. McNees was an Aviation Machinist Mate for 23 years. He served with Anti-Submarine Squadron 27, Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (Light) 94, and Field Logistics Support Squadron 52 and 61. McNees enjoyed hunting, fishing, and especially shooting sports. He was president of his local shooting range and was going to college for a degree in gunsmithing when he passed. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG Dennis W. Biegler

SSG Dennis W. Biegler, 58, U.S. Army, born in South Dakota March 5, 1943, passed away on January 15, 2002. After serving in the Air Force in Vietnam as a Fuel Supply Specialist, Biegler joined the Mobridge P.D. and became Chief of the department. He then joined the Army as an MP and CIU Investigator in the U.S. and Belgium. In addition to law enforcement, Biegler was assistant to his county commissioner, a published artist, and an adjunct professor at Northern State University. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

FF Garrett D. Reiser

FF Garrett D. Reiser, 22, Demorest Fire Department, born in Georgia October 4, 1999, passed away from cancer on September 11, 2022. Reiser genuinely cared about Habersham County and made it his life's work to protect it by joining Demorest F.D. for over five years. He quickly became known for his courage and was well-respected by his superiors. Reiser was a man of faith with a big heart. Even after his diagnosis, he remained selfless and would take the time to let others know how much they meant to him. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

LCpl & SSG Bryce W. Wallace

LCpl & SSG Bryce W. Wallace, 37, U.S.M.C., U.S. Army, born in Michigan September 4, 1979, passed away on January 16, 2017. After eight years in the Marines, Wallace joined the Army and served with the 101st Airborne Division for seven years. Over the course of his military career, he deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and missions in Kosovo. Wallace is remembered as a loving family man with a free spirit, a big heart, and an unwavering sense of patriotism. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SP4 Jerry L. Gass

SP4 Jerry L. Gass, 64, U.S. Army, born in Tennessee February 8, 1949, passed away from lung cancer on September 3, 2013. During the Vietnam War, Gass was a Light Weapons Infantryman with 3rd Armored Division and deployed to Germany as part of the United States Army Europe and Africa command. Next, he was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, and remained stationed in Europe for the rest of his service. Gass is remembered as a smart, hardworking man who was always there when you needed a friend. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT James B. McLaughlin

SGT James B. McLaughlin, 22, U.S. Army, born March 3, 1949, was killed in action on April 16, 1971. In Vietnam, McLaughlin was an Infantry Operations & Intelligence Specialist with 75th Infantry (Rangers), 101st Airborne Division. While on a combat mission in the Ashau Valley, a large group of enemy troops attacked them, and a firefight ensued. With the help of Cobra attack helicopters, they were triumphant, but McLaughlin passed from small arms fire. He earned a Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, and the Silver Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Trooper Shawn W. Snow

Trooper Shawn W. Snow, 47, U.S. Navy, New York State Police, born in New York March 19, 1961, passed away in the line of duty on August 3, 2008. After ten years in the Navy and U.S.C.G., Snow began a 19-year career in law enforcement with the N.Y.S.P. He served on the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit, reducing vehicle-related and HAZMAT incidents by enforcing laws and regulations to increase the safety of all other motorists. For his service, there is a scholarship program in his name. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Kyle A. Little

SPC Kyle A. Little, 20, U.S. Army, born in Massachusetts August 16, 1986, was killed in action on May 8, 2007. Little served as a Fire Support Specialist with 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, and deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was driving the lead vehicle of a convoy escorting a Brigade Commander to a base in Baghdad when his Humvee was struck by IEDs. Little and one of his brothers-in-arms did not survive the blast. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Jonathan G. Dervic

SGT Jonathan G. Dervic, 42, U.S. Army, born in Ohio August 20, 1979, passed away from heart complications on March 27, 2022. Dervic first served as a Ranger with 101st Airborne and deployed for Operation Iraqi Freedom. There, he was part of a Quick Reaction Force, conducting security and special light infantry operations. Dervic then joined the Army Reserve and assigned to 1st Brigade, 94th Training Division as a Logistics and Inventory Manager, ensuring that our troops had the equipment and supplies they needed. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother.

SP4 James F. Bruley Sr.

SP4 James F. Bruley Sr., 69, U.S. Army, born in Alabama May 27, 1951, passed away from Agent Orange-related cancer on September 22, 2020. In the Vietnam War, Bruley served as an MP and deployed to Indochina. He participated in campaigns and covert missions across the border in Laos, Thailand, and Cambodia. Bruley became a mechanic specializing in classic cars, hot rods, and his own '68 Chevy Malibu El Camino. He was also an avid hunter and, in the last season before passing away, took down a prized 12 point deer. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl Larry V. Heaton

Cpl Larry V. Heaton, 74, U.S.M.C., born in Georgia September 9, 1947, passed away on July 6, 2022. Heaton served our country as a Rifleman in Vietnam. He took part in many engagements and was wounded multiple times. Heaton then returned home and found a job he loved as a school bus driver in Anderson, SC. The only thing he took more pride in than being a Marine was his family. Heaton was a loving husband, a devoted father, and the favorite grandfather and great-grandfather. For his service, he earned three Purple Hearts. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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