Elite Guard Blotter Desk Blotter2005

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No.

Date

212

31 Dec 05

Close out Blotter for 2005. (MWM)

211

30 Dec 05

NOTICE TO MEMBERS: An important email to all Association Members will be sent out soon. If you have changed your email address or other information please go to Update Data page and update your records. (MWM)

210

29 Dec 05

Found: Leigh Merriman 73 - 76 Located Leigh living in the great state of Wyoming, thanks to a tip from Dave Smith and Bill Wiebenga we were able to locate Leigh. Do you have friends that you have lost contact with? Let our association search committee help. Welcome Leigh! (BM)

209

29 Dec 05

New Feature Added: Association Members: please go to the Our Map page and add a pin for the location where you live. This map is provided by Google (Frappr!). Unfortunately we had to password protect this map so some kid doesn't flood us with pins. (Members, your regular password will work for the map) (MWM)

208

26 Dec 05

Elite Guard Web Site Down: Due to main frame problems over the weekend, our web site was not accessible, sorry for the interruption. I hope you all had a great holiday weekend. (BM)

207

18 Dec 05

The Strategic Aerospace Museum: A new design added to our Museum Project page in the Projects section. (MWM)

206

17 Dec 05

Found: Howard R. Shepherd 78 - 81 We recently found Howard on Classmates/Military section. Howard retired from the military in 1995 and is residing in GA. We welcome another past Blue Beret member. (BM)

205

17 Dec 05

Found: Fred K. Stollberg 67 - 68 Fred served on the Elite Guard security detail prior to Safeside training and service in Vietnam. We welcome Fred! (BM)

204

15 Dec 05

Bob Krygier Hospitalized: Recently learned from Bob's wife Linda that he is having complications from his recent surgery and is under observation at a local hospital. I am sure a card to him would be appreciated, please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. (BM)

203

15 Dec 05

December Newsletter: Now available in the Newsletter Tab. (BM)

202

14 Dec 05

Found: Thomas L. Nichols 63 - 67 We have located Tom living in CT, where he has lived the past 26 years. Tom came to the guard straight out of tech school and worked on the hill with Jay Gaines until he joined the drill team in 1965. He is very interested in joining us in Omaha, July 2006. Elite Guard welcome to Tom! (BM)

201

14 Dec 05

Al Woolgar Hospitalized: I spoke with Al's wife, Jolly, today and learned that Al has been hospitalized for his on-going respiratory condition and is expected to be there for at least one week. I ask each of you to keep Al and Jolly in your thoughts and prayers. If you would like to send a card please send them to his home address. If you require an address please forward your request to me at bmarshall@mrioc.com (BM)

200

14 Dec 05

New Image posted: Thanks to Gary Heiman we received another article from the Wright Patterson Newspaper detailing the dedication of the memorial bench. It is Posted on the Bench page in the Projects section. (BM)

199

13 Dec 05

Charter Membership: This is your last chance to become a charter member of the SAC Elite Guard Association. All checks received by Dec 31st, 2005, will receive Charter Membership status and be paid through Dec 31st 2006. See Membership for details on how to join. (BM)

198

12 Dec 05

Names added to Lost List: Bob Griffith has really been digging for names and added the following to our Lost & Found listings: Franklin, Smith, Ogden, Younger, Pry, Rose, Jones, Rhinehart, Allen, Coe, Powell, Bonney & Luttrell. Good work Bob. (MWM)

197

12 Dec 05

Names added to Lost List: Bob Griffith added the following names to the Lost Listing: Trumpjonas, Rice & Newman. Check the Lost & Found listings for details. (MWM)

196

12 Dec 05

Names added to Lost List: Thanks to Larry Felts we have added the names: Murray, Bang, Jones and Daughtery to our lost listings. Check the Lost & Found listings for details. (MWM)

195

10 Dec 05

New feature added: If you ever wondered how many people are browsing this website while you are, now you can see that information. Just check the status bar at the bottom of your screen. If your status bar is not displayed, Microsoft Internet Explorer users can click "view" on the top of the screen, then click the "status bar" line and it will appear at the bottom of your screen. If it is hiding behind your "Start bar" right click the bar in an open field and in "properties" tell the task bar to "auto hide". (MWM)

194

9 Dec 05

New Image posted: Larry Mozis was kind enough to send in an image of a Smith & Wesson .38 revolver he cloned. The picture is taken with the belt and holster he had during his years on the Drill Team. To view the image go to the Articles page (misc_003_15). Thanks Larry. (MWM)

193

8 Dec 05

Found: Wilbert H. Bunkley 69 - 70: Thanks to a tip from Bob Griffith, we have located Wilbert living in Pensacola, Fla. TSgt Bunkley served as NCOIC SAC Security Operations during his tour on the guard. We welcome Wilbert, who would like to join us in Omaha 2006. (BM)

192

8 Dec 05

Original drawings and Descriptions: (Copies of the) SAC Shield and 3902 CDS/SPS patch can be found in the Historian page. (TJM)

191

7 Dec 05

Found: Nicolos Yanez 94 - 98 Thanks to a tip from Michael Czarnick we have located Nick Yanez living in the Omaha NE area. We welcome Nick! (BM)

190

7 Dec 05

SMSgt Bill Schumacher: Bob Griffith reports that SMSgt Bill Schumacher has been in the hospital and continues to undergo physical therapy for a problem with his balance. Bob has been to see him twice in 2 weeks and says he is looking forward to going to the reunion in 2006 He does not have a computer but he still remembers most of the guys with both SAC and PACAF guards. His home address is FOREST W. SCHUMACHER 30680 ST Route 7 Marietta Oh 45750 (BG)

189

6 Dec 05

Found: Lt. Carl Koehler 61 - 63 Our search team recently located Carl living in Michigan where he retired after serving 21 years in the FBI. Carl related his recollections of President Kennedy's visit in 1962. Welcome Carl! (BM)

188

5 Dec 05

Found: Gerald D. "Dewey" Johnson 65 - 66 Welcome to Gerald who recently signed into our web site. He was NCOIC of the Elite Guard for a short period between Sgt's Schumacher and Harley. Gerald lives in retirement in West Virginia and is active in his community. (BM)

187

2 Dec 05

Found: Paul E Arrington 63 - 64 Thanks to the search committees efforts we have located Paul living in Spokane, WA. Paul was a member of the drill team while at Offutt AFB. Welcome Paul (BM)

186

1 Dec 05

Found: Roger A. Hockwalt 67 - 68 The search team has located Roger living in retirement in South Carolina. Roger served on the guard one year and went on to Vietnam with many of us from that period. Welcome Roger! (BM) Thanks to Rick Coffin for the name!

185

1 Dec 05

Updates: Background audio on the President's page updated. (MWM)

184

30 Nov 05

Lt. Col. Bradley A. Wayland Welcome Letter: Go to the reunion 2006 page to review a letter of invitation from Lt. Col. Wayland, Commander 55SPS, Offutt AFB for our July 2006 reunion. (BM)

183

30 Nov 05

Found: Ronald Glasscock 70 - 71 Thanks to Jink Fields we located Ron, who had not been listed on our lost and found section. Ron lives in Wyoming where he recently retired from local law enforcement after 21 years. Prior to Ron's assignment on the guard he had been a part of operation Safeside. We welcome him back. (BM) p.s. Perhaps you know someone that you were stationed with all those years ago and wonder, where are they now. Just check our lost and found roster and if they are not there give us their name and as much information as you can remember at the Add A Friend section of the Update Data page and we will try to locate them.

182

30 Nov 05

Found: Jink Fields 71 - 72 Through the help of Will Coffee we have located MSgt Fields living in the great state of Ohio. Jink served on the Elite Guard as a training NCO and recruited many guardsmen during his stay on the guard. Additionally Jink gave us a lead on Ronald Glasscock who served at the same time. Welcome Jink (BM)

181

30 Nov 05

Lost & Found: Six new names added to the "Lost" listing. These names are from 87-88 era orders and include the last names: Woolley, Tieman, Norman, Fapaca, Crede (corrected spelling) and Corbin. Check their details in the Lost and Found pages. If you know the whereabouts of any of these former Elite Guards please click here. Help us round up these men and women for the 2006 reunion. (MWM)

180

27 Nov 05

Desktop Wallpaper added: Another desktop wallpaper sent in by Tom McDonald was added to the Other Items Page. (MWM)

179

27 Nov 05

Video Posted: A short video as discussed in the Message Board on 09/07/05 was recently added to the Other Items page. (MWM)

178

26 Nov 05

Image Posted: A picture of Tighe E. Freed, (74-75) was received and posted to the bottom of Gallery 8 Page. (MWM)

177

24 Nov 05

Images Posted: Several images posted to the bottom of the Articles Page, these include some interesting letters and orders. Thanks to Michelle Molinari Fischer (87-89) for her time in getting these to us via fax. Oh, and Happy Thanksgiving. (MWM)

176

23 Nov 05

Found: Lou Hyres 89 - 91 Welcome to Lou who recently signed into our site. Lou lives in Florida and interested in connecting with some of his friends from the guard. (BM)

175

22 Nov 05

Found: Kenneth R. Levandoski 1967 Found Kenneth living in MD where he retired from the Baltimore Police Department, and has worked for Target stores the past 10 years. We welcome another lost beret. Welcome Kenneth. (BM)

174

22 Nov 05

Found: Tighe H. Freed 74 - 75 Elite Guard welcome to Tighe who we found living in the Ft Worth TX area. (BM)

173

22 Nov 05

Found: Wayne R. Finnegan 64 - 66 We have located Wayne living in Orem, Utah with his wife Valerie. Wayne served on the security detail at Bldg 500 and has supplied information on another lost Blue Beret. Welcome Wayne! (BM)

172

22 Nov 05

Robert E. Hietala, 1941 - 1995: We have just learned that one of our lost brothers turned in his shield for the last time in 1995. We spoke with his widow and passed along our condolences. Salute to Robert! Rest in Peace! (Final Honors page) (BM)

171

21 Nov 05

Found: Charles (Chuck) H. Cobb 64 - 66 Welcome to Chuck Cobb who we found living in Spokane Washington. Chuck served on the hill as well as the drill team with fond memories of both. Email information can be attained by accessing our 411- Locator button. (BM)

170

20 Nov 05

New Resource added: If you want to locate an email address for a friend from our group, try the new 411 - Locator button on the Home page. This was set up in this manner to prevent a spammer from obtaining a roster full of email address's from our site. (MWM)

169

18 Nov 05

Found: Richard N. Coffin 1967 I recently located Richard living in central Indiana from a roster posting on our lost and found section. I learned from Richard that he understudied post 520 with me prior to my assignment in Vietnam. Another interesting fact we learned that he arrived at Phu Cat AFB after my departure. I am pleased to welcome him to our Elite Guard Organization. Welcome Richard! (BM)

168

18 Nov 05

Pics: A few pics submitted by James Kerns are posted at the end of Gallery 8. (TJM)

167

17 Nov 05

Found: Larry D. Wymore 64 - 66 Larry has been located in Clearwater Fla where he is living in retirement. Larry came to Offutt from Goose Bay Labrador with another guardsman John Paul. We are pleased to welcome him as a past Blue Beret. Welcome. If you would like to contact Larry please go to 411 - Locator. (BM)

166

17 Nov 05

Problem Notice: If you are having a problem with Internet Explorer after signing onto the website and one of the following occurs
• The application unexpectedly quits.
• The Windows Error Reporting dialog box appears.
This behavior occurs approximately 50 to 60 seconds after content playback starts.
To repair this problem, click this link: http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=905592, and follow the instructions from Microsoft. (MWM)

165

16 Nov 05

Found: James C Kerns 73 - 74 Jim recently signed into our web site and we want to welcome him. Jim resides in Dedham MA. If you would like to contact Jim go to 411 - Locator. Again welcome Jim. (BM)

164

14 Nov 05

Updated information: More information on SSgt David Anthony Fasnacht, 1 Jul 32 - 15 Jul 67, has been received and posted to the Final Honors page. (MWM)

163

11 Nov 05

Found: Steve E. Cummings 75 - 77 Welcome Steve, who today signed into our web site for the first time. Steve after a 20 year break in service joined the Air National Guard as a Information Management Specialist holding the rank of TSgt. Steve hails from Houston, TX, but, is currently serving with the Fairchild Air National Guard. Steve plans to join the association and is looking forward to re-acquainting with old friends and hopefully joining us in Omaha in 2006. Welcome Blue Beret Brother! (BM)

162

9 Nov 05

Found: Dennis Michael Wiegand 66 - 68 Welcome to Dennis, who we found living in Wisconsin. Dennis served two tours at Offutt. (TJM)

161

9 Nov 05

Logo Design Selected: The logo design selected by a vote of the Members was logo #2. The logo depicts the Police shield with SAC Crest and yellow banner inscribed with Strategic Air Command at the top and SAC Elite Guard Association at the bottom. This will now become the official Elite Guard Association Logo. (BM)

160

7 Nov 05

Living Legends F.E. Warren AFB: We have received several additional pictures from MSgt Brooke Cushing that were taken at the Living Legends event held on Sept 23, 2005. The purpose of this event was to showcase uniforms worn during the decades and to honor all the men and women who have served through the decades. Sgt Cushing who served as an Elite Guard member chose to wear the guard uniform and we wish to thank her for honoring us by doing so. You will find additional pictures in the Other Items section of our site. Thanks Sgt Cushing.
There are also a few new pictures posted at the end of Gallery 8. (BM)

159

1 Nov 05

Hyperlinks: To ease your surfing experience, new shortcut hyperlinks have been installed on the bottom of most pages . If you have any problems or notice any broken links, please report them here. (MWM)

158

31 Oct 05

Request For Supplies: If you have any pictures which are not posted on this site, or pictures of better quality then those posted, please click here for assistance in getting them to us for posting. (MWM)

157

30 Oct 05

Lost & Found: The lost and found files have been reconfigured to open faster for our dialup modem friends. Check it out at the Lost & Found page. (MWM)

156

26 Oct 05

Military Records: Just received a link from George Luppa for the site at arcives.gov where you (or next of kin) may obtain a copy of your military records. It is the first link on the Links page. (MWM)

155

25 Oct 05

Found: Howard Cofer 78 - 81 Welcome to Howard who is living in NE and checked into our web site last night. Howard was a member during the 1979-1981 period. (BM)

154

24 Oct 05

Found: Phillip E. Belisle 1968 Welcome to Phil who we found living in Pennsylvania working as a long haul driver. Phil will be retiring soon and hope to see him in Omaha in 2006 (BM)

153

24 Oct 05

Found: Edward C. Nipp 68 - 69 Welcome to Ed Nipp who we recently found living in Kentucky. Ed is looking forward to joining us in Omaha 2006. (BM)

152

23 Oct 05

Bench Dedication: Please go to the Bench page under the Projects button for pictures and description of the SAC Elite Guard bench dedication held Friday Oct 21, 2006. (BM)

151

21 Oct 05

Information: Minor changes made to the Video's page to make it a little more user friendly. (MWM)

150

16 Oct 05

Video Tape added: Michael Cunningham produced a video tape of the SAC Elite Guard Bench project at The National Museum of the United States Air Force, Wright-Patterson AFB at Dayton, OH. This tape provides a nice view of the bench and the surrounding area. To view the video visit the Bench page under the Projects button. (MWM)

148

13 Oct 05

Found: Ronald S. Davey, Drill Team 67 - 78 Located Ronald living in Oshkosh, WI. Ronald came to the guard in 67 after returning from Vietnam. He is involved in the printing industry and looking forward to reviewing our web site and joining us in 2006. Welcome Ron! (BM)

147

13 Oct 05

Found: Richard Dickson 68 - 69 Richard was located after receiving information from a member who had kept contact. Richard resides in Dayton, Ohio. Welcome Richard! (BM)

146

13 Oct 05

Wallpaper: A special thanks to Cristal Lewis, daughter of member Gregory Moore, who has created especially for the SAC Elite Guard a wallpaper design that you can add to your desktop as background. Additionally Cristal has submitted designs for our logo which is much appreciated. Please go to the Other Items section for instruction on adding this design to your computer desktop. (BM)

145

13 Oct 05

Found: Mark B. Cunningham 84 - 86 Our search committee recently located Mark living in W. Virginia. Mark has 19 years with the WVA State Police. Welcome Mark! (BM)

144

10 Oct 05

Found: Laddie Hancock 84 - 87 Thanks to our search team and the names submitted from Bob Landis we have located Laddie living in Junction City, Oregon. (BM)

143

10 Oct 05

Information: Received 8 photo "vidcaps" from DVD #6 from John Achelpohl. Photos posted to the Videos page. I have received my copy of DVD #6 and it really captures the essence of SAC and Elite Guard duties. (MWM)

142

8 Oct 05

Found: Daniel J. Wonders (84 - 87) Welcome to our latest sign in, Daniel Wonders. Dan served on the Elite Guard as a SrA and now resides in Cumming, GA. Hope to see you at the '06 reunion Dan. (MWM)

141

7 Oct 05

Found: John J. Osuch III (68 - 70) Thanks to the efforts of the search committee we have located John Osuch living in Plattsmouth NE. John is Currently married with seven children and one grandchild. He stayed in Omaha area following discharge. Currently residing in an historic 1875 home which we have been restoring for the past 12 years. He has been self-employed for the past 32 years. John is looking forward to seeing (old!!!) buddies again. (BM)

140

6 Oct 05

Treasurer's Report: Annual Treasurer's Report posted to the Treasurer page. (MWM)

139

4 Oct 05

Information: 10 more photo's and scans has been received from Eric Perry (80-84). They are posted at the bottom of Gallery 7. Thanks again Eric. (MWM)

138

2 Oct 05

Found: Kyle A. Bradley (04 - present) Welcome to another Kyle! (sorry, we never say much about our on station, active duty Brothers). Hope to see you at the '06 reunion. (MWM)

137

2 Oct 05

Lost & Found: Thanks to Bob Landis, for the work of going through all his old orders, we were able to add 35 new "lost" Elite Guard names to the Lost & Found page. These are from the era 84-88. Thanks again Bob. (MWM)

136

1 Oct 05

Found: Kyle E. McClintock (04 - present) Welcome Kyle! (sorry, we never say much about our on station, active duty Brothers). Hope to see you at the '06 reunion, Kyle, and share war stories. (MWM)

135

1 Oct 05

Information: A very nice array of photo's and scans has been received from Eric Perry (80-84). They are posted together at the bottom of Gallery 7. In about two weeks they will be sorted to their proper locations on the website. Thanks for your contribution Eric! (MWM)

134

30 Sep 05

Found: Eric S. Perry (80 - 84) Welcome to Eric who found our site while surfing the internet. Eric served on A Flight from 1980-1984 and was very surprised to find the collection of material on the Elite Guard. Eric is now serving as a corrections officer in Northern California. Welcome to Eric who is our latest member to join the SAC Elite Guard Association. (BM)

133

29 Sep 05

Information: 18 new pictures received from Michael L. Cunningham (73-76) of the SAC Elite Guard bench project were added to the Projects tab under National Museum. (MWM)

132

28 Sep 05

Drew H. Bilyeu, 1944 - 1989: We have just learned from Gary Assmus that Drew passed away in 1989 in Lynnwood WA. Drew served on the drill team from 1965-1967. Final salute to our blue beret brother! (BM)

131

28 Sep 05

SAC Elite Guard Memorial Bench Dedication: The dedication of the Elite Guard Bench will take place at The National Museum of the United States Air Force, Wright-Patterson AFB at Dayton, OH on Oct 21st, 1400 hrs. We invite everyone who can attend to be a part of this dedication. Further details of the dedication maybe found in the Projects tab under National Museum. (BM)

130

28 Sep 05

Living Legends Ceremony: One of our members, MSgt Brooke (Shaw) Cushing participated in a ceremony at F.E. Warren AFB that included her wearing an Elite Guard uniform and retirement of the Peacekeeper, among other things. See her note and photo at the Other Items page. (TJM)

129

28 Sep 05

More Logos: Greg Moore has submitted several logo proposals designed by his daughter. They have been added to the Other Items page. (TJM)

128

22 Sep 05

Information: A recent video on Security Force operations has been added to the Other Items Page. (MWM)

127

21 Sep 05

REUNION 2006: Click on the following link which will give you details on the location for our reunion. Holiday Inn OMAHA-CENTRAL (I-80) 3321 SOUTH 72ND ST. To view room rates and occupancy go to Reunion 2006 page. If you choose to book early, please insure that you tell the reservation operator that you are with the SAC Elite Guard Reunion. (BM)

126

15 Sep 05

Re More Logos: John's logo suggestions have been reposted at Other Items (TJM)

125

13 Sep 05

Re More Logos: The logos John submitted are undergoing technical correction and will be reposted soon. (TJM)

124

13 Sep 05

More Logos: John Achelpohl has submitted two logo suggestions as alternatives to those now posted at the web site. His submission is posted at the Other Items page for your consideration. Any one else who wishes to submit proposals for a logo should to so soon. (TJM)

123

12 Sep 05

Minutes Posted: Minutes of the Executive Committee posted to the Secretary's Page. (MWM)

122

6 Sep 05

Found: Amn Brooke L. Shaw (89 - 90) Our most recent sign in is MSgt Brooke L. Shaw (Cushing). Sgt Cushing is stationed at F.E. Warren and accidentally found our web site looking for old Elite Guard Uniform equipment to display for the Living Legends program at F.E. Warren. I will be in touch with Sgt Cushing to determine if we may be of assistance. Welcome MSgt Cushing. (BM)

121

1 Sep 05

Postings: Many thanks to Tom Craig for forwarding in a picture with a newspaper clip of Greg Gardner which has been posted with the Gardner collection in Gallery 3. Also thanks to Dan Aube for sending in a portrait posted to Gallery 6. (MWM)

120

1 Sep 05

Alfred C. Woolgar: A bit of a spoof on the life and times of Al Woolgar has been posted on the site. All those who know Al would really want to see this, those who did not, would pick up a lot of historical data (?) by viewing it. Because the slideshow has a less then "G" (general audience) rating, it had to be password protected for Members only. Click HERE to view. Presented with thanks to Tom McDonald (The SAC Guard Imageman) for his efforts in putting this show together) (MWM)

119

30 Aug 05

Leo F. Sheehan, 1950 - 2002. We learned today from Bryan Sheehan that his brother Leo had passed away in 2002. He reported that Leo lived his final years in the Boston area. Leo joined the drill team directly out of basic and spent the remainder of his enlistment as a drill team member. Rest in Peace brother! Salute!!! (BM)

118

30 Aug 05

Found: Charles E. (Chuck) Olsen (66 - 68): Chuck was located today living outside Duluth Mn. He is anxious to see our web site and connect back to the days of the Blue Beret. Welcome Chuck! (BM)

117

30 Aug 05

New Photos: Several photographs submitted by Vince Stahowiak have been posted to Drill Team Gallery 3, section 1. Thanks Vince. (TJM)

116

29 Aug 05

Found: Louis T. Reuter Jr. (75 - 77) Welcome to Louis who found our web site recently. Louis lives in Evansville, Indiana and served on the guard from 1975-1977. Louis stated he was proud to have served on the guard and will join our association and gather with us in Omaha 2006. (BM)

115

29 Aug 05

Found: David C. Dykes, (65 - 67, 69 - 72) Our search team just located David living and working in Dayton, Ohio. David had two tours on the guard, the first two years with the drill team and subsequent years on the hill. David cross trained in 1974 to Command Post support. We welcome David back to the Blue Beret's. (BM)

114

29 Aug 05

Found: Brule F. Hampton, (65-68) Thanks to our search team, Dan and Jim have located Brule living in Moline, Ill. Brule came to the guard as a A3C straight from tech school and spent his tour on the drill team and is looking forward to connecting again with old friends. (BM)

113

26 Aug 05

Information: Thanks to Anthony LoCoco (89-91) for sending in 3 pics from the Fall of 1990. The pictures posted at the bottom of Gallery 8, show A1C Benfield, SSgt Newmaster, A1C Lawler, SSgt Sam Janes. (MWM)

112

24 Aug 05

Banner Proposal: John Achelpohl has submitted a proposal for a banner for the association. Image of the banner is posted in Other Items. (TJM)

111

24 Aug 05

Ordean C. Anderson, 1944 - 2003: We just learned that Ordean was killed in a motorcycle accident in PA, August 2003. He spent 27 years in the Air Force and was on the Elite Guard in 1967 and resided in PA. Final honors to a fellow blue beret. (BM)

110

22 Aug 05

Raymond J. Lemire, 1943 - 2002: We have learned that Raymond passed away in Portsmouth NH, Aug 3, 2002. Raymond served on "C" flight in 1966 and had a 20 year career in the Air Force. Rest in Peace Brother. (BM)

109

20 Aug 05

Updated Logo: A version of the proposed Logo is posted at Other Items. (TJM)

108

19 Aug 05

New Pics: Several pictures sent by Ken Todd, taken in a small town in Nebraska on Memorial Day 1965 were posted in Drill Team Gallery 2, section 007. (TJM)

107

19 Aug 05

Found: John S. Blaine Lt. 1957 - 1961 We have just located Lt. Blaine living in Michigan. Following a lead provided by Warren Fogarty we contacted John and learned more of the early years of the Elite Guard. Welcome to another early Blue Beret. (BM)

106

18 Aug 05

Found: James W. Nanney 1957 - 1961 Thanks to Billy Hunt we have located another original blue beret. James lives in Mississippi and has enjoyed sports car racing in his retirement years. James indicated he was introduced to race car driving by Lt General Griswold VCINCSAC who he drove for until 1961. (BM)

105

17 Aug 05

Found: Warren R Fogarty 56 - 63 Thanks to Billy Hunt digging through old orders he has located and identified another original blue beret. Warren and his wife are living in MA. Both are looking forward to the reunion in 2006. Billy said he has more work to do in locating some of the other original berets. Thanks for your effort Billy; it is much appreciated. (BM)

104

17 Aug 05

Found: Vincent Stahoviak 65 - 66 Dave Webber has reported that he located Vincent living in Rhode Island. Vincent was Dave's roommate during their drill team years 65-66, If my memory serves me correctly Dave had a very entertaining story about their room being inspected by Sgt Woolgar and Rock as told at a previous reunion. (BM)

103

17 Aug 05

Found: Jerry Conrad 66 - 67 Due to the diligent efforts of Jim Chambers and Dan MacKinnon, another member of "C" flight has been found. Dan reports just three names to go and they will have found everyone from his flight. Imagine if all were found and attended the 2006 reunion they could duplicate their flight photo taken 40 years later! (BM)

102

13 Aug 05

INFORMATION: Dave Webber will be back on the job soon according to the WOWT Sports page. CLICK HERE for details from their web site. (MWM)

101

10 Aug 05

INFORMATION: regarding Dave Webber. Gary Sparks has alerted us that our friend and comrade Dave suffered a medical condition that has required some recuperation time at home. For those of you who may not know, Dave is the sports announcer on WOWT television station in Omaha and served on the Elite guard Drill Team 1964-1966. Dave has hosted two of our reunions in the past and is very talented with a humor to match. Please join me in wishing Dave a very speedy recovery. (BM)

100

8 Aug 05

FINAL HONORS: Today Brent Younger (SAC Elite Guard 82-85) and I (Mike McFadden, SAC Elite Guard 66-68) had the privilege of attending the Memorial service for David W. Scott, Jr., at "Punchbowl", The National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, located in a volcano crater in Honolulu, Hawaii. The Hickam AFB Base Honor Guard provided an exemplary ceremony that did justice to Scotty's service to the SAC Elite Guard and his country. To view images of the ceremony go to the Final Honors page and click the link below Scotty's name. (MWM)

4 Aug 05

USSTRATCOM ELITE GUARDSMAN OF THE YEAR: We have received a photo of the presentation of our award to SSgt Zachary Taylor, USSTRATCOM Elite Guardsman of the year, the picture shows Sgt Taylor shaking hands with our Association Secretary, Gary Sparks, during the Commanders Call presentation of the award. The picture may be found by going to the "Projects Directory". (MWM)

3 Aug 05

LOST & FOUND: Connelly M Lewis, SMgt, Ret. Thanks to a tip from Fred Carrender we have located Sgt Lewis in Orlando Fla. Lew has been retired since 1982 and had divided his retirement years between Germany and the U.S. In speaking with Lew he is excited about seeing all in Omaha next July, 2006. Should you want to contact Lew we have his phone number. (BM)

3 Aug 05

ATTEN - SAC ELITE GUARD MEMBERS: Please note two new additions to our web site, Secretary and Treasurer. The Secretary page lists the meeting notes from the 2003 and 2004 reunion business meeting. In addition, you will find meeting notes from the last two executive board conference calls. Shortly a report of our finances will be added to the Treasurer section. (BM)

30 Jul 05

REQUEST FOR SUPPLIES: If you have any pictures which are not posted on this site, or pictures of better quality then those posted, please click here for assistance in getting them to us for posting. (MWM)

25 Jul 05

FINAL GUARDMOUNT: Lawrence R. Hanes, 3 Feb 1932 - 6 Aug 2001

Thanks to Billy Hunt who located the family of Lawrence in Bambrook Tx. In speaking with his wife Marjorie we learned that Lawrence (one of the original Elite Guard members) was recruited from Walker AFB, NM, in 1956 to serve on the Elite Guard. Lawrence served until 1958 when he cross-trained into the EOD field. Lawrence retired from the Air Force in 1972 as a MSgt. Marjorie and Lawrence were married at Offutt AFB in 1952 where she served in the WAF. Lawrence will be remembered and honored in our Final Honors section. (BM)

25 Jul 05

LOST & FOUND: Our most recent sign in and member is Gregory Moore who served on the Elite Guard 1973-1977. Welcome Greg! (BM)

22 Jul 05

LOST & FOUND: Welcome to Paul Merrifield former SAC Elite Guardsman from Michigan. Paul arrived at Offutt directly from Tech School and was chosen to serve on the Elite Guard during his entire 4 year enlistment. Paul worked swings and served at many posts throughout Bldg 500, ending his tour working the ADT board. Welcome Paul! and thanks for joining the SAC Elite Guard Association. (BM)

19 Jul 05

FINAL GUARDMOUNT: David W. Scott, Jr., January 14, 1936 - July 18, 2005, SAC Elite Guard 1962 - 1967, Sacramento, CA
It is with great despair that I need to inform you that my father passed away this weekend...DAVID W. SCOTT....yes, he was a part of the SAC Elite Guard, and so proud of that. He was very involved in making sure that as many people as possible were found and recognized for their involvement in the guard...but most of all, he was proud of when he served, and made it very well known to me. I am his daughter, and I wanted to pass this update on to you because he cared about this website so much and what it represented. If anyone knew my dad, feel free to email me at the email address which I've included above. I am reeling in the shock of this loss, and any words on his life would mean a lot to me.

Respectfully Yours,

Elizabeth Anne Scott Stoudt

hawaiianflygirl@msn.com

(MWM)

15 Jul 05

INFORMATION: Please note the piece in Other Items page that Kris Zhea wrote for his AFSPA chapter. Kris is serving in Afghanistan and we look forward to his safe return and those that are under his command for a safe return home. Thanks from the Elite Guard members to you and your troops for your contribution to freedom. (BM)

12 Jul 05

LOST & FOUND: We welcome Dave Benge as our newest sign in to the SAC Elite Guard web site. Dave was recruited out of tech school and spent four years on the guard. Dave owns his own construction company in Lebanon Indiana. Welcome Dave! (BM)

11Jul 05

THE BENCH: Three new pictures of The Bench project have been added to the Projects page. Thanks to Jerry Bullock (USAF Col retired) Air Force Security Police Association (AFSPA) for supplying new pictures of the memorial bench. The bench will be dedicated on Oct 21 at Wright Patterson AFB Museum. (MWM)

7 Jul 05

OMAHA GATHERING OF MINDS: In 12 months, on July the 20th through the 23rd, 2006, the Omaha Holiday Inn Convention Center will be the site of the SAC Elite Guard Associations 50th Reunion Celebration. As the appointed ringleader of this event I plan to hold meetings weakly to beg your assistance in organizing this reunion gala. (Weekly Meetings are held 52 times a year. Meetings held weakly are accomplished as needed, but with much fanfare!) It is my desire and intent to make it better than the previous reunions, and that will be quite a challenge. It is to that end we will have a "Gathering of the Minds and Bodies" on Wednesday, July 20th, 2005 at the Millard American Legion Club. We will begin the meeting and discussions at 7:30 p.m. I do need all the help I can get in organization, planning and implementation. There is a rough outline and time-line to discuss, but nothing except the meeting location and keynote speaker has been set in stone. Let’s make the 2006 Reunion Celebration an event that will be used as a shining example of perfection by future Association Leaders and as the benchmark to be followed by subsequent Reunion Committees. I can only do this with your help! If you would like to partake of a wonderful meal and beverage of your choice before the meeting please arrive early. I will be there at approximately 5:30 p.m. Meals are served from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday is "Surf and Turf Night". A fish dinner is $ 6.00 and steak dinners are $6.00 and $9.00. You may also order from the menu if the specials are not on your specific diet regimen. If you have never been to the Millard Legion hall the address and maps are listed below. I ask that you direct any and all questions to me by telephone, in Omaha (402)-895-0929, (402)-453-1941, Toll Free 1-800-950-5264 or email mailto:richrandell@cox.net?subject=from the Blotter If you know of anyone not receiving this notice please share this and inform them of the meeting plans. HELP (JEB)

4 Jul 05

VIDEOS: Just found a short newsreel clip from President Kennedy's visit. The file is from Universal Studios - Universal newsreels and is a quicktime file and not the best quality. Check out the videos page to view. Have a happy 4th of July. (MWM)

25 Jun 05

LOST AND FOUND: Welcome to our latest Sign-in, Deputy Sheriff Bruce Paulsen. Bruce was on the Guard for 4 years (82-86). After a stint in the Coast Guard he now maintains Law and Order in Iowa, just across the river from Offutt AFB. (MWM)

22 Jun 05

VIDEOS: Two short video clips have been added to the Videos page. (MWM)

21 Jun 05

LOST AND FOUND: James P. Markey (CMSgt Ret 1955-1960. Our most recent Elite Guard member found is James Markey, who was one of the original member of the guard. Jim served for a period on the drill team, color guard and NCOIC of training. In speaking with Jim we learned much about the early days with Capt Balcer, MSgt Corben, Major Meyer and General Wade and Lt McGee who were instrumental with Elite Guard early days. Jim related stories of target shooting matches between the Offutt AFB pistol team and General LeMay who was an avid marksman. Jim lives with his wife Marjorie in Colorado Springs and is enjoying his retirement. We look forward to meeting Jim at next years reunion. (BM)

21 Jun 05

INFORMATION: We just received word that one of the original members of the Elite Guard Ovaton Miller is under going some health concerns as reported by his son Ray. Please hold Ovaton in your thoughts and prayers. (FYI. It is Ovaton Miller's likeness that we see whenever we look at the Guardsman image on our certificates and on this site. Milt Caniff, the creator of Steve Canyon, drew Ovaton back in the 1950's.) (MWM)

13 Jun 05

SAC ELITE GUARD AUDIO TAPE: Another SAC Elite Guard recruiting tape has been added to the Historian page. This tape is believed to be from the mid 1970's (MWM)

11 Jun 05

POSTINGS: 19 more snapshots submitted by James Gribble added to Gallery 6. Thanks James. (MWM)

9 Jun 05

POSTINGS: Yesterday James Gribble sent us a whole bunch of stuff. Some photos were posted to Gallery 6, a history of the SAC Crest was posted to SAC History, as well as a really great photo history of SAC called "SAC Press Kit 1972". Check them out! (MWM)

7 Jun 05

VIDEOS: Another video has been added to our video clips page. From 1978 "LeMay - The Last inspection" is yours at the click of a mouse. (MWM)

6 Jun 05

PROJECT BUTTON: You will note the web site has a new category called Projects, this section contains the recently completed Wright Patterson base memorial bench plus artists conception pictures of three designs for the proposed Elite Guard Museum display at the Aerospace Museum near Omaha. While these designs are not the final product the executive committee will report further developments on its progress. (BM)

5 Jun 05

LOST AND FOUND: The Lost and Found page has been upgraded from one spreadsheet to spreadsheets for each letter of the alphabet. This seems to open much faster and allows you to select a letter to skip to, without having to scroll the entire page. Hopefully you find it more user friendly. (MWM)

1 Jun 05

LOST AND FOUND: Billy W Davis: Billy had a long tenure on the Elite Guard that stretched from 1955-1968. Due to investigative efforts by Tom McDonald and search effort by John Achelpohl, we are pleased to report that he has been located living in New Blaine, AR . For many years you could not open a SAC historical document without seeing his picture in front of the "Peace is our Profession" sign. Welcome Billy! (BM)

1 Jun 05

LOST AND FOUND: CMSgt Michael J. Warner: Served at Offutt AFB from 1987-2002, currently Commandant, Kisling NCO Academy. Welcome Michael (BM)

1 Jun 05

SAC ELITE GUARD CREDIT CARD: At the reunion in 2004 Bill Gdovic presented an idea for a Elite Guard credit card from First National Bank of Omaha and the group approved its creation. You may now view the card on the front page tab (Credit Card) and see the finished product. If you so choose you may apply on line and receive your very own personalized SAC Elite Guard, credit card. Under privacy laws the information that you supply will be between you and the First National Bank only. (BM)

1 Jun 05

SAC ELITE GUARD AUDIO TAPE: A SAC Elite Guard "recruiting" cassette tape has come into our possession. This tape has been converted and is posted on the Historian page. (MWM)

31 May 05

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE: The SAC Elite Guard memorial bench has now taken its place adjacent to the Defender Statue dedicated to the men and women of the Air Police, Security Police and Security Forces. This bench represents the SAC Elite Guards salute to the men and women who have worn the shield either as a Air Policeman, Security Policeman or Security Forces. I am sure after viewing the pictures you will agree it is a beautiful bench with a fitting inscription that recognizes our comrades. You will note from the pictures the statue is surrounded by memorial bricks, which are available and can be purchases through the AFSPA . . This completed project along with the Strategic Aerospace Museum (Offutt AFB) Elite Guard display will leave a living legacy of the Elite Guard. Future projects need your financial support, we trust in your continued support through membership and membership activities.

Thanks go out to all our Blue Beret members who contributed generously to make this project happen. Special thank you to Bob Griffith for his work with AFSPA and the Wright Patterson Museum in coordinating activities.

A formal dedication of the Wright Patterson Museum bench will occur October 21st 2005, at 1400hrs (2pm) The dedication will be a major event and activities will be planned around it. I hope all of you who live within driving distance will attend. (BM)

31 May 05

LOST AND FOUND: Welcome "Moe" Morris, Elite Guard member Dec 89-July98. Moe is still on active duty presently stationed at F.E. Warren. Welcome. (BM)

30 May 05

VIDCAPS: New vidcaps from John Achelpohl posted to Ceremonies 1 and Ceremonies 2 showing LBJ visit, Ryan-Nazzaro change of command, Holloway-Meyer change of command, Compton retirement, LeMay inspection and SAC Hq. (TJM)

29 May 05

VIDEOS: Thanks to John Achelpohl a new video: "Changing of the Guard" has been posted to the Video's page. To own the entire DVD contact John. (MWM)

26 May 05

LOST AND FOUND: Randall H Coleman, 1980 -1981. Randall lives in Savannah Georgia and was a proud member of the Elite Guard during 1980-1981. Randall added that his supervisor was Jim Davenport. Again welcome Randall we look forward to seeing you at our 50th reunion in 2006 (BM)

26 May 05

LOST AND FOUND: Welcome Larry W. Felts SAC Elite Guard 1967-1969. Larry lives with his wife and family in Bowling Green, KY. Larry sends his best wishes to all his friends from his tour and looks forward to our reunion in 2006. Larry is our latest member to join the SAC Elite Guard Association (BM)

25 May 05

LOST AND FOUND: Welcome to Michael S. McLoughlin who served on the Elite Guard 1976-1978, who signed in and joined the SEGA. Michael lives and works in Germany and is looking forward to hearing from blue berets who served with him. Thanks Michael for all the names you have brought to our attention. (BM)

23 May 05

FINAL GUARDMOUNT: Jones E. Marlin, Aug 10, 1933 - May 23, 2005. We received word today that Jones passed away early this morning. I know you will join me in a moment of silence for one of our brothers who has turned in his shield for the last time. Jones served on the Elite Guard from 1961-1964 and will be remembered as a friend, brother and comrade in arms who served with distinction on the SAC Elite Guard. We know through his daughter Heather and wife Stella that in his final days he spoke with great pride of his time at Offutt and the guard. We know that he enjoyed the e-mail's that all of you forwarded to him which brightened his final days. Rest in Peace Brother. Attention! SALUTE! (BM)

18 May 05

INFORMATION: Photos submitted by Robert Corben are posted in Ceremonies 1. Some pictures are duplicates and will be sorted in the near future. (TJM)

16 May 05

INFORMATION: Please check the Message Board for information regarding our concern for our Brother in the Blue Beret, Jones Marlin. Please send an email message and/or a prayer for Jones, and if anyone knows the location of his friend, James Russell, please e-mail it or post it directly to the message Board. (MWM)

14 May 05

GET-TOGETHER: A few Drill Team, Guard members and friends held a get-together in Bellevue, NE on 13-14 May 2005. See The Gallery: Drill Team Get-together 2005 (TJM)

12 May 05

THE ELITE GUARD B-X: The first offering will be an Elite Guard Challenge Coin. Check it out at The B-X. (BM)

11 May 05

NEW POSTINGS: Be advised new pictures received from Ira Stark have been posted to Gallery 4, with more to be posted as they are resized and checked for duplication. Other recent postings are in Gallery 6 which were received from Dan Aube and Dan MacKinnon. (MWM)

9 May 05

UPDATE RECALL INFORMATION: My contact information has changed and I wish to update my record. (JEB)

9 May 05

LOST & FOUND: A hearty welcome to today's sign-in, Timothy L. Nagy. Timothy lives in Michigan and served on the Elite Guard as a SSgt during the period 1972-1973. (BM)

4 May 05

ELITE GUARD OF THE YEAR: Congratulations go out to SSgt Zachary Taylor who was chosen Elite Guardsman of the year for 2004. The award was presented by Gary Sparks, our Association Secretary at Commanders Call May 3, 2005. See The Guard Award page for details. Congratulations Sgt Taylor (BM)

29 Apr 05

SITE INFO: If from time to time when accessing our site you get the dreaded "The page cannot be found". Be assured that our Web Service Provider is working hard to keep us on line and repairing whatever the problem might be. Although we are accessible most of the time and it is rare event we are not, Murphy's Law does enter into play at times. Please keep the faith and check back later. (MWM)

28 Apr 05

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Click the Volunteer Now button to see the areas where YOU can help out. (JEB)

27 Apr 05

INFORMATION: The old Guest Book has been archived and posted for it's historical value and your amusement. Please click the Old Files button to view it. (MWM)

27 Apr 05

HISTORY: "HQ SAC Elite Guard - The Beginning" by Col (Ret) Ray Balcer posted in the Historian page. Go there to read how it all started. (TJM)

26 Apr 05

LOST & FOUND: Our new Sign in today is Douglas E. Bickal, from Nebraska. Steve was on the Elite Guard from 84-92. (BM)

22 Apr 05

LOST & FOUND: A welcome back to Steve Hamm (67-68). Steve is now residing in the great state of Washington. Thanks for the compliment on the site Steve. (BM)

22 Apr 05

LOST & FOUND: Welcome to David Tackett (92-94) who got a call from a buddy, Tim Walker, advising him to have a look at the site. He says he may have some pictures to share with us. David now resides in the Lone Star State. (BM)

22 Apr 05

VIDEOS: New information on what videos are available now, has been posted to the Videos page. (MWM)

16 Apr 05

INFORMATION: New videos on DVD are now available for purchase. For all the information go to the Videos page. Many of these video's have have been stored in the National Archives and have never been seen by the public. (MWM)

15 Apr 05

LOST & FOUND: Timothy J. Walker, from Michigan. Timothy served on the Hill as a SRA during the period 1990-1995, as he put it, "I was at Offutt when SAC came down". (BM)

15 Apr 05

LOST & FOUND: Theresa A. Lex, former Elite Guard who is currently a 16 year veteran of the Air Force, and is now stationed overseas. Thank you for your service Theresa. (BM)

15 Apr 05

LOST & FOUND: In order to better reflect it's new contents, The AWOL page has been re-named to "Lost & Found", because it includes both the Guard Members we are searching for and those that have been found. If you don't find your name on the list, please contact us. (MWM)

13 Apr 05

AWOL: The AWOL page is undergoing a major face lift (in progress) to include the LOST & the FOUND. When completed it should include all the names we are aware of, for those serving in or who have served in The Elite Guard. The list is nearing 800 names and is bound to have discrepancies, so please report them from the page by clicking the "click here" just above the listing. This Association site relies on YOUR HELP and SUPPORT to keep it as up to date and accurate as possible. (MWM)

13 Apr 05

LOST & FOUND: Many thanks to Ken Nims for finding Sylvester "Sony" Tyner, Pittsburg, PA, SAC Elite Guard 1975-1977. Welcome onboard Sony. (BM)

6 Apr 05

PUBLIC RELATIONS: The SAC Elite Guard is featured on the March - April cover of Tiger Flight magazine, the professional journal of the Air Force Security Police Association. To view the cover go to the Other Items page. (MWM)

6 Apr 05

LOST & FOUND: Officer John C. Brocker, Bismarck PD, SAC Elite Guard 1980-1982, 21 yrs USAF. John and his wife have 4 children. (BM)

6 Apr 05

PASS-ON's: Reminder, all currently posted video files are located on the videos page. (MWM)

3 Apr 05

APB: 5 names added to LOST listing, also a date updated column added. (MWM)

31 Mar 05

LOST & FOUND: I am pleased to announce that we have located Michael H. Howland who served on the Elite Guard Drill team during the mid 60's. If you, like I, prayed for the hostages during the Iranian hostage crisis, we were praying for Michael's safe return, as he was one of the 52 hostages held for 444 days. Michael was taken from the United States Embassy, where he was involved with the security of our Ambassador. Michael lives in the Washington DC area where he serves on the board of the Spinal Research Foundation, Michael sustained back injuries at the hands of his captors. Your Blue Beret brothers welcome you home. (BM)

30 Mar 05

FINAL GUARDMOUNT: Jon Ray Junker, 26 Apr 1957 - 20 Oct 95. Died Lakeside City, San Diego County, CA Image at Final Honors page. (MWM)

30 Mar 05

LOST & FOUND: Welcome John D. Farris, Elite Guard member 1989-1993. (BM)

30 Mar 05

AWARDS: Today we received two Awards for our Website. The Old Sarge Award for Excellence and the Military Site award. They are posted in the Other Items page. (MWM)

30 Mar 05

LOST & FOUND: Just recently located my old friend Steve Hamm who came from Grand Forks AFB with me in 1967, Steve served on the SAC Drill Team. Steve resides in the Seattle Washington area. If you have lost contact with an old friend from the guard years I would suggest to you that with effort and perseverance they can be found. (BM)

26 Mar 05

LOST & FOUND: Welcome to Kenneth A. Nims, Elite Guard member 1975-1977, Kenneth lives in Springfield MO. (BM)

24 Mar 05

LOST & FOUND: Say hello To Charles (Tom) Medlin, our latest find, Tom served on The Guard from 1963-1966 and now resides in Elgin, South Carolina (BM)

23 Mar 05

TDY ORDERS: There will be a gathering of SAC Drill Team members in Bellevue, NE, this May 13th and 14th, at the Days Inn. For further details contact: Karl Rock at mailto:consultroc@sbcglobal.net?subject=RE: Reply from blotter entry. (BM)

23 Mar 05

LOST & FOUND: We recently found a member of The Elite Guard from the 1966-1967 period, Robert Blaise, Grand Island, NE. Welcome Robert! (BM)

21 Mar 05

LOST & FOUND: John Achelpohl with the help of Billy Hunt's old orders facilitated the location of Robert D. Corben, the original NCOIC of Det "A", 3902nd APS. John has been very tenacious in following all leads for missing Guardsmen. Robert Corben, known as Bob is living in Lewistown, MO. Further information will be posted on our recent guard brother. (BM)

16 Mar 05

FINAL GUARDMOUNT: HOFER, Wilbur J., Jr "Bill", age 60, 3/16/05, Bellevue. Survived by wife, Becky. Bellevue Memorial Chapel, Heafey-Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler, 22nd & Hancock, Bellevue 291-5000. Image at Final Honors page. (JEB)

UPDATE: Memorial Service will be held at 1100, Friday 18 March 2005. A Memorial request is on file to Fraternal Order of Eagles 3912, 209 W Mission Ave Bellevue, NE 68005 (JEB)

15 Mar 05

INFORMATION: "Prayer needed for a Brother Guardsman" Bill Hofer, (63-66) Bellevue, Nebraska, has gone home from the hospital to spend his last time with friends and loved ones. Becky has agreed that, while the miles do separate us, prayer will bring us as close as we can get. No calls at this time please, as Bill cannot respond. Jim Burton has been in contact with the family and asked to be notified of any change in Bill's status. (JEB)

13 Mar 05

REQUEST FOR SUPPLIES: If you have any pictures which are not posted on the site, or pictures of better quality then those posted, please click here for assistance in getting them to us for posting. (MWM)

13 Mar 05

ADVISORY: Having trouble sleeping? Click on Membership and send in your dues. Sleep really good tonight. (MWM)

10 Mar 05

POSTINGS: 1 short video clip depicting the SAC Drill Team performing at the dedication of the new SAC Museum in 1966 posted to the Videos page. (MWM)

7 Mar 05

INFORMATION: "Cold Warriors Never Die" We have just located a rather interesting video produced by Nebraska Net TV. The video traces the formation of the Strategic Air Command and its role in combating the threat of the nuclear war during the cold war period of 1950-1960-1970. This video puts a historical perspective on SAC's role with many interesting shots of Offutt AB, Command Post, JFK visit and some shots of Elite Guard personnel. Since our mission then was the cold war, nuclear arms race I think you will find this segment interesting, check the Videos Page. (BM)Video's

7 Mar 05

POSTINGS: 1 quicktime video "Cold Warriors Never Die" posted to the Videos Page. courtesy: nebraskastudies.org & Nebraska Net Television NETV. (MWM)

5 Mar 05

POSTINGS: 7 new video clips posted to the Videos Page. Kudos to Rick Rodriquez & John Achelpohl for all their work on the Videos Project. (MWM)

4 Mar 05

POSTINGS: 6 new images posted to Gallery 7. These photos were submitted by Jim Davenport cica 1980. (MWM)

3 Mar 05

POSTINGS: Photo posted in Gallery 7, from Curtis Coleman, taken at post 520A, with General Chain and the Chinese Minister of Defense. (MWM)

3 Mar 05

INFORMATION: We recently found Clarence Milster, one of the very first SAC Elite Guard members 1956-1958. You will find his pictures in gallery 7. In talking with Clarence we have uncovered interesting information about the early days. Clarence enlisted in the Marine Corp in 1945 and served in Korea during the early 50's and was a Purple Heart recipient. In 1956 he entered the Air Force where he was assigned and chosen for the SAC Elite Guard just being formed.

Clarence was kind enough to furnish some pictures of himself in the first uniform which was used on the cover of the Air Force Times in May 1957. You will note in looking at the picture they wore the short waisted Eisenhower jacket with light blue shirt and dark tie, otherwise the uniform consisted of the beret, cross draw 38 and web belt, silver belt buckle and SAC crest and forgiere (sp). One additional notation they wore their ribbons as dictated by AF Reg 35-10. You will note in Clarence's picture that his jacket has three hash marks on the sleeve which denoted 9 years of service and three horizontal bars that indicated (3) six month overseas tours. On his right breast pocket is the Korean Presidential Unit citation. The uniform pictured was the winter attire augmented by the khaki uniform in the summer months.

Clarence lives in Alaska where he has keen interest in the outdoors. At 77 he runs three miles a day five times a week and during the summer he gets up to 5 miles per day. In talking with Clarence he is challenging himself to use the computer so that he can enjoy our site and renew old friendships. Thanks Clarence, we are inspired! (BM)

2 Mar 05

POSTINGS: 6 new images from 1956 posted to Gallery 7. These images will be moved on March 15th to the Historian Page and placed in the proper sequence. These images were submitted by Clarence Milster, one of the original 12 to wear the SAC Elite Guard uniform. (MWM)

22 Feb 05

POSTINGS: 3 new images added to Gallery 6. These images were received from Jim Sisley. (MWM)

22 Feb 05

POSTINGS: 86 new vidcap images added to the Videos Page. Submitted by John Achelpohl, which he captured from newly received videos. (MWM)

18 Feb 05

PAGE CHANGES: JOIN US page changed to Membership, Guest Book page changed to Visitor Sing-in. Membership page contains only information on how and why join the SAC Elite Guard Association (SEGA). Visitor Sing-in contains only information provided by visitors and those wishing to identify themselves or provide a comment.. (JEB)

11 Feb 05

PAGE MALFUNCTION: The submit form on Join us reported as not functioning. Repairs were made and tested. Page operational. Those trying to gain AWOL amnesty by signing in but were unsuccessful, total amnesty is still available so come on in from the cold, we really want you back. (JEB)

5 Feb 05

SPECIAL NOTICE: The SAC Elite Guard Association has grown to well over 400 individuals with names and phone numbers and e-mail addresses, thus opportunities exist for individuals to market products or services to our association.

Please know that these activities do not have the approval of the SAC Elite Guard Association unless The Association President or the executive committee have approved and communicated our endorsement through the SAC Elite Guard web site or email communication. (JEB)

1 Feb 05

SAC ELITE GUARD ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: Using Papal allows you to pay on line using a VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover card, you do not have to sign up for a Papal account, there is a Papal account option and a pay with option. Using Papal helps the bookkeeper. (JEB)

30 Jan 05

SAC ELITE GUARD ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: The first week of the drive has yielded 20 paid members, 19 via PayPal and 1 via Snail Mail. NOTE: You do not have to set up a PayPal account in order to send payment with a credit cart through PayPal to the association. Do not use PayPal to send checks. (JEB)

28 Jan 05

MEMO POSTED: Text a message from Janie (LeMay) Lodge, General Curtis E. LeMay's daughter , posted to the Other Items page. She remembers. (JEB)

24 Jan 05

SAC ELITE GUARD ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP: Greetings former and current Elite Guard members, the executive committee last fall met and decided on our organization structure with supporting by-laws governing our action. In order for us to prosper and grow as an organization we need the support of our alumni in both physical and financial assistance. It was decided that our dues structure would be $25.00 per calendar year Jan-Dec each year. What do I get for being a member? Simply stated your dues will be used to fund our membership activities along with projects that will be initiated at the Strategic (SAC) museum where we plan to have an exhibit that will be a continuing legacy of our role as the (SAC) (STRATCOM Elite Guard), additionally we will require operating monies in order to maintain our web presence and pay our administrative costs. We are also funding awards for the current Security Forces Elite Guard at Offutt to recognize outstanding airmen. Reunion Registration will be offered to members at a lower rate than non-members. Bottom line return to each and everyone who contributes to the association is the knowledge that they are insuring our legacy will continue through future years and our succeeding generation of families will know the significant contribution of the "Elite Guard" Joining the SAC Elite Guard Association does not require you to complete the above form. If you choose not to join the association at this time please fill out the above form so we can add you to the roll of located members.

Bill Marshall

President

SAC Elite Guard Association (JEB) Note Paypal and signup entries deleted 13 Sep 06 (TJM)

16 Jan 05

GUARD MOUNT: The 2004 reunion is now a memory and planning for our next reunion in 2006 is will underway. This will be the 50^th Anniversary Reunion and is scheduled for July 20 - 23, 2006 in Omaha, Nebraska. Yes there will be more time available to hangout, mingle, renew past friendships and establish new ones. For further details see Incident Report (JEB)

16 Jan 05

ROLL CALL: There are now 400 plus former members who have been located with more being added every day. The following persons have accepted roles either by election, appointment, or just doing what they can.

Elected:
Bill Marshall – President
Jack Hatcher – Vice President
Vacant – Secretary (John Achelpohl recently resigned to pursue other functions in the organization)
Bill Gdovic- Treasurer

Volunteered and Appointed:
Executive Board (Directors): Jim Burton, Gary Sparks, Mike Paventi, Roy Avalos, Bob Swing
Reunion: Chairman Rich Randall. Members: HELP/NEED VOLUNTEERS
Search: Dan MacKinnon, Jim Chambers Members: ‘70s John Achelpohl: ‘80s, Don Quigley; Other search support; Gary Assmus, Dick Henry, Wayne Jones HELP/NEED VOLUNTEERS
Membership: HELP/NEED VOLUNTEERS (Must work closely with Search and Treasurer
History and Museum: John Achelpohl, Jim Burton, Bob Swing. Members: HELP/NEED VOLUNTEERS
Communications: Mike McFadden, Tom MacDonald, Jim Burton
Duty Roster Maintenance: Michael Rusaw (JEB)

16 Jan 05

CAN YOU HELP: Can you help find folks, can you call leads with those unlimited minutes on you cell? Can you help set up chairs? Can you welcome people? Can you call and say We’re sorry. Do you have skills you want to offer? Do you have time, even a little time? Are you bored with retirement, injured and confined, what can you do to help? YOU – WE have and can continue to make a difference in the lives of those with whom we shared life with. If you received this then you have already indicated that this period of time meant something to you and you have a desire to reconnect with those of your past. (JEB)

16 Jan 05

MEMBERSHIP: You, the membership, approved a membership fee which has been established at $25.00 per year. On 1 March 2005 a registered membership will be required for specific areas of the web site and other access limitations. This is really the only way we can have a fiscal basis to fund things like awards for the 55^th Security Forces Squadron (in the works), a death notice and appropriate memento (perhaps a blue beret wrapped in a black band with birth – dates and appropriate emblem – what do you think?) Funds will also be used for things like guest speaker expenses, a green room for those that participate in ceremonies we may ask for, etc. (JEB)

16 Jan 05

WEB SITE: A lot of cleanup, reorganization, and redesign has taken place within the past month and a half. Mike McFadden, Jim Burton, and Tom McDonald are continuing it's development with some new features being anticipated. Not only have the number of members with known whereabouts increased so have the number still missing, do you know where any of them might be, see the Lost & Found page. In the Galleries pages a lot of the text that previously was under a picture has been made as part of the properties of the picture, when you pass your mouse over the picture that additional information, such as names and places will appear. (JEB)

16 Jan 05

FINAL HONORS: Three new names have been added to the Final Honors page: Gregory I. Bateman, James Andrick, Russell G. Swinford, John E. "Jack" Buist. You may have noticed that in some cases we do not have a picture of the individual or may be missing some dates, if you have a picture or there is already one on the site and if you can fill in some of the dates please contact us. (JEB)

16 Jan 05

DUTY ROSTER: We now have a new “keeper of the duty roster” his name is Michael Rusaw mailto:mfr@att.net?subject=from Blotter, page 1 please forward any address changes, new join-ins to Michael, additionally any new names that come to light that need research to find please forward those to me mailto:bmarshall@mrioc.com and they will be added to our search effort. Many thanks to John Achelpohl for his efforts in organizing and keeping the information flowing on new guardsmen. I know that you will lend the same support to Michael as you have John. (JEB)