I'm sorry to report that Cirilo Silva "Bush Bandit" passed away on September 22, 2019. Cirilo was Brazilian from Portuguese background. He reminded me of the "Godfather" - raspy voice, white hair and beard, attitude. Cirilo was hit 5 times by AK 47 fire during an ambush just west of the Tan My railroad bridge on the road between Phan Rang and Song Pha. The other person with him, Claiborn, was killed. How Cirilo survived that ambush and managed to get to the South Vietnamese unit at the railroad bridge on his own is one of the greatest military "miracles" I've heard. After recovering from his wounds he visited his family in Brazil. There he was arrested and placed in jail for avoiding the Brazilian draft - and was accused of cowardice for avoiding the Brazilian draft by individuals who had never been in combat. It has been an honor to know him and his wife, Diane. RIP Brother.

Dennie - please contact Gary Cowie about the Florida mini-reunion. Gary doesnot use a computer / internet. He lives in Florida and I know he would like to attend. Also, Dennis Cluth lives just south of Tampa Bay.

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84th & 589th
April 1967 to June 1968
An Khe & Kon Tum
Great bunch of men
Looking for Denny Witson (sp)

Hello Brothers,
As some of you know, we've been working to hold a mini reunion here in Florida. Plans are being made for one in Ocala, FL on May 7-9. Watch the website reunion button for more details as they are completed and sign up information. Hope to have as many Florida guys show up as possible but everyone is welcome. Mark your calendar for the dates and hope to see you there.
Welcome Home Brothers and thank you for your service.
Dennie P

So sorry to hear of our cousin Larry's passing. He is now resting in the arms of Jesus and our Westmoreland family. Thank you Larry for serving our country. Now, you are truly being welcomed home. Praying for the family.

So very sorry to report that Larry Westmoreland, A Co, passed away this morning from a heart attack. His daughter, Stephanie, called me with the sad news this afternoon. I will post his obituary on the Latest News page as soon as it is available.

Rest in Peace Brother, you will be missed by many!

reminder that all dav can now shop at the commisarys no matter what % they are

Denis Coward,
Thanks for reminding a[[ of the Brothers about health care through VA. I use it all time. My health is shot. Patsy health is worse than mine. But our tri care and medicare cover every thing. Hope y'all had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Mitchel Czarneski is the grandson of Joseph Fasolo who passed away 1-1-2019. Joe was in A Co from Sep68-Sep69 and I think was in 2nd Shop. Mitchel would very much appreciate hearing from anyone that knew his grandfather. If you have or can identify any photos of him please let me know so I can forward them to Mitchel and his family. Any stories would also be appreciated. Thanks Brothers. You can call me or leave messages here.
P

A little late for Christmas greetings but Happy New Year to everyone and their families!!

Wishing all of the Brothers In the 589th a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May God Bless all of you '

wow! the Hill I remember it well.I watched them as they worked on it. I was with 84th. engineers company C. at the bottom of of the hill. I was sent to the B company of the 589th. they were in tents at the time.then they said we had to get off hill. they sent us inland.
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Wishing a Merry Christmas and wonderful Holiday Season to all my brothers and their families. Hope all is well with you guys.

DP