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KALOIAN, Larry, Pfc., A-1st Tank Battalion. Now lives in Granada Hills, California.
KAMINSKI, Edward B. - Cpl - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KAHN, Leo - Sgt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* KARL, Milton J. - Sgt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/15/44. - Now deceased.
KARR, Tommy. Platoon Sgt. In the 1st Bn, 5th Marines, Baker Co., 1st Marine Division. Tommy was a squad leader on Peleliu and a platoon leader on Okinawa.
KARST, Albert, SGT, 1st Marines. Served under Col. Puller. Albert now lives in Irmo, SC. He is seeking information on a friend from California named Albert Zerega whom he served with. If you have any information on Albert Zerega, please contact: K_COUNTS@HOTMAIL.COM
KARST, Raymond J. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KASSOUF, JOHN, PFC. 1st Signal Company, 1st Marine Division. Landed on Peleliu on D-Day morning, September 15, 1944, and fought the Japanese until relieved by the Army 81st Division, about a month later. (Deceased about 1981, Kinston NC).
KAVULLA, Andy, Cpl. 1st Marines, 2nd Bn., Co F. Now deceased. Fought in three invasions: Cape Gloucester (12/25/43), Peleliu, (9/15/44), and Okinawa (4/1/45). Andy and his wife, Peggy, had three children.
KAZANJIAN, Garr G. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KEELE, Clarence. 3 BN, 1st Marines.
KEENAN, Frank E. - Sgt - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
KEIM, Lewis M. Jr. - 1st Lt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KEIRAN, Ken, 1st Marines. A 19 year old "runner" when he landed on Peleliu on 9/15/44.
KEITHLEY, John W. - Cpl - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KELLEY, John C. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
KELLY, Edward J. -1st Lt. K Co. 323 Reg. Drafted April,41. Discharged May 46. Now Deceased. Family contact: eptme@earthlink.net
KELLY, Stanley M. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. -Now deceased.
KELSCH, William J., Sgt. 1st. Marine Div., 7th Reg. Survived and still kickin, 80 years old in May 2001. Family contact: jkelsch@onlinemac.com
KENNARD, Richard C. Forward observer with Battery G, 3d Battalion, 11th Marines at Peleliu. He now lives in Laguna Hills, California. Author of Combat Letters Home. Bryn Mawr, Pa: Dorrance, 1985.
KERGER, Brendan "Mike" - Cpl. Hq.1-7-1 Div. He can be contacted by mail at the following address: 3774 Kenwick Trail, Roanoke, Va. 24018 or Telephone at 540-774-9097 via his neighbor at bgrant@roanoke.infi.net
KERN, Victor E. - Pvt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KERR, J.M. - 3rd 155 MM Howitzer Battalion - Lives in Portland, OR.
KEVORKIAN, David, 1st Mar. Div, I Co. 3rd Bat., 1st reg. Served on Peleliu and Okinawa. Was wounded on Okinawa. Address: David Kevorkian 17395 Wiltshire BLVD. Lathrup Village, MI 48076.
KIC, Joseph D. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KIEDINGER, Francis K. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KIEFER, Paul J. - H.A.1 - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KIER, Virgil, Corporal. 1st Marine Division.
KIERNAN, John M. - 2nd Lt - A Co. A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KIGHT, Fred C. - 1st Lt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KIMBER, Charles J. 81st Wildcat Division. He passed away on May 11, 1988 in Brigham City, Utah. If anyone knew and fought alongside of him there, I would like to hear from you. Dad could not talk about his experiences there. chuckkimber@deseretonline.com
KIMBLE, Jack, Lt., 1-5, from Greenville, Mississippi. Was one of the Marines whose life was spared when Lewis Bausell smothered a grenade with his body.
KIMBLE, Warren D. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
KIME, Martin A., Jr. 1st Marine Division, Company E, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines. Originally from New Albany, IN, he now resides in Otisco, IN. RETEMCS@aol.com
* KINCAID, John Oliver Jr., Sergeant. On the night of Sept. 17, 1944, Sgt. Kincaid, a veteran of Guadalcanal and Cape Gloucester fighting, and a squad leader with 1st Platoon, Company E, 2nd Bn, 1st Marine Regiment, volunteered to help his platoon leader defend a rocky pinnacle known as Hill 200 on the company's extreme left flank. Attacked repeatedly throughout the night, they killed more than 40 Japanese. Kincaid was wounded in hand-to-hand fighting but refused to be evacuated until ordered. He was later awarded the Navy Cross and Purple Heart. John lived in Montana after the war. He passed away in May of 1999. You can read about some of John's experience in a chapter about Peleliu from BROTHERS IN BATTLE, written by USMCR Capt. R. Bruce Watkins (John's Platoon Leader). John's actions on Hill 200 forced the Japanese to relocate their headquarters on the island.
KINCAID, Lewis W. Plt Sgt - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
KINCAID, William H. Sr. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
KINDER, William M. Family contact: Wmk04@aol.com
+ KINDT, George Earl, 346270, PFC, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT
KING, Arthur E. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* KING, David, Jr. Landed with the 8th Amtrac Bn, 1st Marine Division On September 14, 1944. Received the Purple Heart. Also landed on Okinawa April 1, 1945, with the 8th Amtrac Bn. He is from Fort Worth, TX and is on the 8th Amtrac Bn. Association Staff. He would like to hear from others vets by email at davidkingjr@email.msn.com
KING, George E. Jr. D Company, Third Armored Amphibian Bn. George became active in the unit's reunions in the early 1990's. He passed away on February 4, 2001at his home in Eagle Rock (Los Angeles), California.
* KINNE, John C., Sgt. 1st Marine Division, 2nd Bn, 5th Marines, 4th joint assault Sig Bn. Landed Orange Beach 9/12/44. Evacuated D+27. Received Purple Heart. Returned to duty on Pavuvu 11/21/44. He also fought at Okinawa. Mr. Kinne was from Connecticut and now lives in New Symrna, FL.
KING, George E. Jr. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KING, John J. - Pvt - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
KING, Orville B. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* KIRKBRIDGE, J.G., PFC. CoA, 1st Engineer Bn., 17th Regiment. Was wounded on September 19, 1944 assaulting the 5 Sisters hills. Resides at 5806 Lake Cable Ave., Canton, OH. hkirkbride@webtv.net
KIRLEY, Dennis P. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
KIRSHNER, Leonard - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KISHMAN, Harvey B., PFC. Hg.Co., 1st Bn, 5th Reg, 1st Marine Division. Served on Peleliu, Okinawa and China as rifle company radio operator. Quit high school in his junior year and enlisted in the Marine Corps. Joined up with the 1st Marine Division on Pavuvu in early part of 1944. Was in Hq Co., 1st Bn., 5th Reg (rifle company radio operator). Landed on Peleliu at Orange Beach in the second wave. Also served on Okinawa and China. Now resides in Marblehead, OH and can be reached through email at kishman@cros.net
* KITCHENS, Leroy - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 10/7/44.
KLEINEDLER, James J. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ KLESMITH, Lenard. 7th marines, KIA on 9-15-44. From Stevens Point, WI.
KLINE, William M. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
KLOPPENBURG, Richard L. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KNIGHT, Paul. Believe to have been in the First Marine Division and a sergeant. It is believed that he had been in a few invasions before Peleliu, his final one. He was MIA/KIA at Peleliu. If you have any information on Paul, please contact his family by email: PGK7232@aol.com
KNISPEL, Walter L. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KNOPPE, Clyde G. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
KNUTSON, Donald C. - Plt Sgt - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KOCIKOWSKI, Norman, PFC. H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KOELLER, Charles A. Chief Pharmacist Mate (medic) with the 1st Marines And served in Cape Gloucester and Okinawa, and followed the First Division into... His nephew would appreciate hearing about any experiences other vets would like to share. Please contact Luke Koeller.
KOEHLER, Jack. An FMF Navy corpsman from Denver, Colorado. Was attached to the First Marine Division during the invasion of Peleliu. Jack died in the 1970's leaving a lovely wife and two pretty teenage daughters. His boot camp was at Farragut, Idaho and he attended the Hospital Corps School. If anyone remembers Jack and the unit to which he was attached, his friend Arnold Steele would appreciate hearing from you by email: ADOCSTEELE@aol.com
KOFF, Roland F - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
KOLTES, Joseph J. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KOOPERSMITH, Louis - H.A.1 - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
KOPITZKE, Ray J. - Plt Sgt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KOPITZKY, William T. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
KOTARSKI, Joseph C., was in an armored amphibian Bn. During Peleliu. He also served on Guadacanal, Gloucester, and Okinawa. He later was Sent to Korea. He was a career Marine and had already retired when Vietnam came along. He volunteered to got here, even though he was already retired and in a civilian job. He was 43 years old at the time. He felt, "They needed me." Gy Sgt. Kotarski died January 8, 1992. He suffered a long and cruel illness, as a victim of Agent Orange. We never heard one word of complaint and he died as he lived. Always Faithful, and always brave. Joe was one of the many valiant souls that answered the call when the Japanese had bombed Pearl Harbor. Family contact: JeanetteK5@aol.com
KOUVELIS, William - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* KOVAR, Leonard, Cpl. Company L, 7th Regiment, 1st Marines. Wounded attempting to knock out MG emplacement on Bloody Nose Ridge with bazooka, knocked out one only to be fired upon by a second nest. Kovar took 3 rounds in chest and shoulder. Cpl. BOCK also took two bullets. Family contact: :Jlkovar@aol.com
+ KRANICK, Joseph, PFC. 5th War Dog Platoon, 1st Marine Division. From Olyphant, PA. KIA on Peleliu, 1944.
KRANICK, George J. Line Sergeant: 1st Marines, 1st Regiment, 1st Marine Division, Weapons Company. In his green Marine book entitled "The Old Breed" he has written served: Cape Glouster, Dec 20, 1943 to April 24, 1944, New Guinea, Oct. 19, 1943 to Dec. 30, 1943, Peleliu, Sept. 15, 1944 to Oct 4, 1944, Okinawa (Hill 81). He fought at Iwo Jima, Guadelcanal, Peleliu and Okinawa. Passed away May, 1990. His child's email address: Drun1130@aol.com
KRANTZ, Clifford J. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ KRASE, Staff Sgt. KIA. 1st Marine Div, 2BN, 5th Marines, 4th joint assault Sig BN.
+ KRAUS, Richard E., Private First Class, Eigth Amphibian Tractor Battalion, Third Amphibious Corps, Fleet Marine Force. Received the Medal of Honor posthumously for conspicious gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action against enemy Japanese forces on Peleliu on October 3, 1944. Private Kraus flung himself upon a grenade to save the lives of three of his companions. PVC Kraus was born in Chicago, IL, but was from Minneapolis, MN at the time of his death.
Family contact: dschmeltzer@startribune.com
KREITZ, Kenneth WS. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KRUEGER, Louis G. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
KRUGER, Leonard L. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
KRUPINSKI, Walter F. Jr. PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KRYNAK, Thomas, PFC. 1st Division, 5th Marines. He saw his brother, who had been killed at Guadalcanal, before being shipped off to Peleliu. He now lives in North Olmsted, Ohio, and visits his close friend Morris Lab who was also at Peleliu.
KUBATZKE, John F. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ KUHN, Herman Anthony. First Marine Division. Herman was killed in action on 9/21/44, four days into the campaign. He also fought at Guadalcanal, the Solomon Islands, Eastern New Guinea, and the Bismarck Archipelago. His family would appreciate any information relating to Herman and his demise. Please e-mail his sister at mburkha2@twcny.rr.co
KULA, Joseph G. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ KULD, Kenneth, PFC. Marine. K-3-1. From Tyler, MN. He was Killed on Sept. 16, 1944 and awarded the Silver Star posthumously. His brother Lee Kuld, of Tucson, AZ, would appreciate hearing from Anyone who knew Kenneth. Telephone 520/579-1792 or email LMTUCSON@webtv.net
* KUYKENDALL, Robert R. K-3-5.
KUZ, Stephen - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
KYLLINGSTAD, Gayle E. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LA CHAPPELLE, James A. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LA DELL, Milo J. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LA FEVRE, Edward C. Sr. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
LA FLEUR, Leroy M. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LaBAR, James. 1st Marine Division. Fought at Guadalcanal and Peleliu.
LABEEUW, Julius V. (Shookie). K-3-5. Now deceased. His nephew may be contacted by email: W1632@aol.com
+ LACE, Clarence E. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - KIA 9/19/44.
LaCHANCE, Wilfred B. (aka Bill). Marines. He enlisted at the age of 17. He was a parachute rigger. If you knew Bill, his son would appreciate hearing about his service years. He may be reached at Larry01@mediaone.net
LADZINSKI, Sigmund W. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LAFFERTY, Clarence E. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ LAFFEY, James Raphael, Jr., PFC. USMCR, 1st Marine Division, Co I, 3 Bn, 5th Marines. FMF. Killed in action against the enemy (gunshot to the back).
LAGORIO, Dr. Francis A., Jr., LT (jg). A Navy physician assigned to The 1st marines. He saw action on Peleliu, receiving several Commendations for evacuating wounded while under fire there. Deceased March 1993. If you knew him and would like to share memories, you may contact his son Francis by email: lagorio@escape.ca
LaMARRE, Edmund. 1st Marine Division. His address is 127 Porterbrook, East Hartford, CT.
LANCASTER, John B. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
LANE, Charles W. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LANGEVIN, Edward, Corp. 8th Amphibian Tractor Bn. Now deceased. Family contact: rlang@adelphia.net
LANGLOIS, Albert J. - Cpl - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
LANGLEY, Walter E. Jr. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LANTZ, Art. From New Britain, Connecticut. Family contact: suncosys@bellsouth.net
LANZENDORFER, Clair J. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ LANZENDORFER, Earl J. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. KIA 9/15/44.
LAPKOFF, Alexander. Was attached to the 81st Infantry Division as a BAR man. He took part in the invasion of Anguar and then fought on Peleliu.
LAPPIN, William M. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LARA, Alfred R. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LARSEN, Richard F. - Cpl - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LARSON, Robert D. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* LARIVIERE, Edward J. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 10/6/44.
+ LASCO, Donald, Private First Class. U.S. Marines 1 Marine Division. He participated in action against the enemy at Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands, Eastern New Guinea Operation, Bismarck Archipelago Operation, and Peleliu, where he was killed on Oct.1, 1944. He was awarded the Navy Cross, Purple Heart, Presidential Unit Citation ribbon bar with two stars, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, and World War II Victory Medal. The Navy Cross was presented to his parents, Mr. & Mrs. John Lasco, by Secretary of the Navy, James Forrestall, in honor of Donald Lasco, who single-handedly charged a Jap gun position and was fatally wounded during his heroic action. Donald's family would love to hear from anyone who served with Donald. rv6437@netscape.net
+ LASKOFSKY, Theadore Lavern Laskofsky. 7th Marines. Killed in Action on 9/15/44. He was born in Goodrich, North Dakota 9/24/24 LASSLEY, Albert C. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LATHAM, James A. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LATIMER, Hubert A.-PFC- 81st Wildcat Division, D Company, 322 Infantry Regiment. He would like to hear from anyone from the 322nd. hlatimer@bellsouth.net
LAUC, George R. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* LAUDERDALE, Thomas W. - PhM 3 - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. WIA 9/15/44.
LAURICELLA, Anthony M. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* LAWLER, Daniel J. PFC. K-3-5-1. Was wounded on the second day crossing the airfield on Peleliu. Transferred to Guadalcanal Hospital. Rejoined the Company on Pavuvu and then on to Okinawa. After the war, was transferred to Peking, China. Discharged on Feb. 14, 1946. DJLawler@Juno.com
LAWLOR, James E. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LAYOW, Jack E. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LAYOW, Mack E. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ LAZARO, Michael A., Pvt. 1st Pioneer Bn, 1st Marine Division. Killed in action on Bloody Nose Ridge on October 14, 1944. No body was recovered. His nephew George Thomas know that a PFC Samuel Himsey with Company L, 3rd Bn, 5th marines witnessed his uncle being shot by a sniper. The bullet hit a phosphorous grenade hanging from his uncle's belt and it exploded killing his uncle. George has not been able to locate Mr. Himsey. He would like to learn more about his uncle's service and the activities of the 1st Pioneer Bn. Please contact him if you can help. gthomas@ccontrols.com
LAZINBAT, Arnold C. - H.A. 1 - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LE BLANC, Leonard J. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* LEACHMAN, John A. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/20/44.
LECKIE, Robert. F-2-1. A machiner gunner and scout with the First Marine Division. He now lives in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey. His buddies called him "Lucky." Author of Helmet For My Pillow. New York: Random House, 1957.
LECKY, Albert S. PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LeCOMPSKY, Jack. A Marine.
LEE, Albert C. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LEET, Wilfred P. Sea Bees 571, September 15, 1944 - November 1945. His unit built airstrips with coral mines, roads, installations, bridges, etc. He built the cemetery for those killed in action. Marines would visit for a cold drink of water. He was a stevedore unloading ships of various nations, including Russians, English, Aussies, as well as U.S. He lives in Venice, Florida. Contact: WilfredLeet@aol.com
LEGG, William H. - Sgt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LEHMANN, Gustave H., PFC. 1st Marine Division. Fought at Guadalcanal, Peleliu, and Okinawa. Died in 1974. Family contact: eagleone@acadiacom.net
LEIBEE, Charles W., Hdq, 3rn Bn, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division. Charles also served at Guadalcanal. Following the war he was Deputy Director for the Veterans Administration in Huntington, WV, until his death in 1979.
LEIPHEIMER, Lester E., PFC. H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LEMAN, Sherman, Sgt. Radio Section, 81st Wild Cat Division. Landed on Anguar and a few days later on Peleliu with the 321st Infantry Battalion. Lives in Indiana.
* LEMIEUX, Leonel. K-3-5.
LENART, Carl J. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LENIUS, John E. Sgt. 81st Wildcats, 321st. Fought on Peleliu and later joined the staff of Gen. Douglas McArthur. Also served in Korea. Currently living in Salinas, Calif.
* LEONARD, Harold J. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/15.
LEONARD, Robert, Sgt. From St. Louis, MO. Marine Fighter Squadron VMF-122, Air Group 11.
LEONCINI, Raymond E. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LESTER, Robert R. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* LESURE, Robert C. K-3-5.
+ LETELLIER, Lawrence J., Sergeant major. HQ Co., 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines. Sgt. Major Letellier was killed while assaulting the beach during the first day of fighting. Family contact: pjldawn@aol.com
LEVINE, Max - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
+ LEVY, Seymour. K-3-5. Killed in action on October 1, 1944.
LEWANDOWSKI, Henry J. - 1st Sgt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LEWIS, George W. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LEWIS, Samuel A. - Cpl - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LEWIS, William K. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LEWIS, William M. 1st Bn, 1st Regiment, 1st Marine Division, Joint Assault Signal Company on Peleliu and Okinawa. Lives in Pittsburgh, PA. William is looking for Sgt. Dwight Moody. Labovitz@concentric.net
* LEYDEN, William J. "Bill", PFC. K-3-5.
LIBERTY, James A. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LIGHT, Orian R. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
LINCOLN, Robert J. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LINDELL, Quentin (Lindy) PhM 2, 1st Marine Div. Landed sector Orange 3, Peleliu Island with Co. C, 1st Medical Bn with 7th Marines September 15 through October 12, 1944. Currently resides in Ocean Springs, MS. bjlindell@tds.net
LINDSEY, Lee D., PFC. Commended for courageous conduct while operating Sixteenth Field Depot vehicles to and from front lines, often under hostile fire, during the operation against the enemy at Peleliu.
LINDQUIST, Frank W. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
LINDWALL, Robert E., 1st Mar. Div, I Co., 3rd Bat., 1st Reg. Fought on Peleliu, Okinawa, and China. Currently resides at 1514 S. 49th Ct. Cecero, Illinois 60804.
LINHART, Charles A., Pfc., 5th Marine War Dog platoon. Now lives in Jamestown, Pennsylvania.
LINN, Dennis E. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LINNEBUR, Michael C - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LIPTAK, Robert S. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LITTLE, James E. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
LITTLE, Jerry - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LLOYD, Earl G. Jr. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LLOYD, Robert B. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LOBELL, William R., 2nd Lt. 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. Bn Quartermaster. He also served at Okinawa and Cape Gloucester. He retired from the USMC in 1973 as a Colonel. He lives in Rogers, AK. sslobell@topeka.cjnetworks.com
* LOCASIO, Frank. K-3-5.
LOCKETT, CHARLES, HMC with the 1st. Marine Division, served on Peleliu second wave and served in Okinawa, dodging enemy fire jumping into fox holes and open field to try and save other brave men's lives. Died Nov. 14 1998. God Bless him and the men who served there, unbelievable bravery! If you knew him or have stories of medics helping at Peleliu, Please contact his son Charles Jr. at Alohanui6@home.com
LOCKETT, Layton Earl, PFC. Marine Corps. He was with Charlie Company at Saipan, Tinian, and Peleliu. If you knew him, please contact his son: Brucerun@usa.net
LOGAN, Donald R. - Cpl - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
+ LOMBARDI, Generro, Cpl. F Co, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. Killed in Action 9/16/44. His brother Victor and Peter Allegretta would welcome any information from anyone who might have been in "F" Company on Peleliu. Both Victor and Peter belong to Marine Corps League Putnam County Det #242. E-Mail.
LONG, Charles O. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LONG, William W. - PhM 1 - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ LOPES, George, PFC - 1st Platoon, A Company, 710th Tank Battalion, 81st Inf. Div. - One of four tank crewmen who, along with Capt. H.W. Jones of the 7th Marine Regiment, were killed on Oct. 18, 1944 when their Sherman hit a mine or unexploded shell on Hill 210, Bloody Nose Ridge while directing fire at enemy caves. To this day, the tank lies in place where it was hit. On Sept. 15, 2000, a memorial plaque embossed with the names of PFC Lopes and his fellow crewmen was dedicated at the tank site.
* LOPEZ, Joseph, Pvt - C Co, 1st Bn, 5th Regiment, 1st Marines. Now deceased. If anybody knew him, please share with me, please e-mail Ron-Vicky@homemail.com
LOPEZ, Ralph M. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LOUVIERE, Sydney. 81st Wildcat Division. Lives in New Ilberia, LA.
*LOVE, Kenneth L. G Company, 1st Marine Division. Wounded, shot through the hip. Machine gunner. Still living in Muskegon, MI (telephone: 231/744-1866). Kenneth is looking for two Marines that he fought with: Hinz Christensen Busick from Natches, Miss., and Robert Duffy from Saginaw, MI. Kenneth was wounded and separated after 3-1/2 days of fighting. Email: tri-love@iserv.net
LOVEDAY, George B., Capt. K-3-5. Nicknamed "Shadow". He was awarded the Bronze Star for heroism at Okinawa. Died on 11-23-93.
+ LOWE, Elmer. Gy.Sgt. F/2/7, KIA on 20 Sep 44 while serving on Peleliu under the operational command of the 1st Marines. He nephew David would appreciate hearing from anyone with information about him. Please contact mcq@frontiernet.net
LOWE, Ernest C. - Gy Sgt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LUBIN, Constantine "Jim", Cpl. 1st Marine Division. Rear Echelon Tank Crewman, TW Line. Enlisted for 4 years in USMC in 1942. Besides Peleliu, also in the following areas: on New Zealand, New Guinea, New Briton, Australia, Palau Islands, Solomon Islands. He died in 1996.
LUCKETT, Loren B. - Cpl - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
LUDWIG, Thomas L. - Plt Sgt - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
LUNDGAARD, Harry B., PFC. Commended for courageous conduct while operating Sixteenth Field Depot vehicles to and from front lines, often under hostile fire, during the operation against the enemy at Peleliu.
LUNDGREN, Russell W. PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* LYLE, Chester A. Jr. - PFC - C Co.Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/30/44.
LYNCH, Claude C. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LYNCH, Walter, H. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
LYNNE, Bill G., PhM2/c 338-43-35 USN, Corpsman, Hq.Co and 1st plt. George Co. 2nd. Bn. 5th Marines. Landed on Peleliu 15, Sept. 1944, wounded in two places in rt. leg 15, Sept. 1944. Evacuated to Gudalcanal, FL. Hosp. 108. Returned to duty two months later. doclyn@eagnet.com
* MABREY, Nolan. K-3-5.
MacARTHUR, Russell W. - Stf Sgt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MACHOLL, Chatles D. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MACK, Perry Wayne, Jr. (P.W.), PFC or CPL. 12 AAA Bn. In addition to being an expert marksman, he was believed to have been a radar operator. He passed away May 29, 2001 at his home in Swansea, SC. He was buried with Marine stripes and buttons. God bless the US Marines! His five sons would love to hear from anyone who knew him. bomack@fwb.gulf.net
MADDIX, James L. - Pvt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MADONA, Salvadore J., PFC. Commended for courageous conduct while operating Sixteenth Field Depot vehicles to and from front lines, often under hostile fire, during the operation against the enemy at Peleliu.
MAGGIO, Salvatore C. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* MAGGIORE, Benny P. G Battery, 3rd Battalion, 11th Marines. Now deceased.
MAGLIACANE, Emilio R., PFC. Company A, 1st Bn, 5th Marines. Emilio would like to hear from anyone in his company. maggie1@gis.net
MAGNAN, Wilfred J., Cpl., 1st Marine Div., 1st Tank Battalion, Co's A & D, enlisted in the Marines on 11/15/41,was already in Boot Camp for 3 weeks when Pearl Harbor was attacked, went to MCRD & Radio School in San Diego, and was at New River,NC. In 1943 he underwent Tank Training in Oro Bay, New Guinea and in Ballarat, Australia. He was in the amphibious landing at Cape Gloucester, New Britain on Dec 26,1943, the landing at Tahnamerah,Dutch New Guinea on Apr.22,1944, and the landing at Peleliu on Sep.15,1944. Survived one month of fierce combat there. Was shell loader in tank #9; also carried a backpack radio. He left Peleliu on 10/20/44, and was honorably discharged on 11/28/45. He is now 80 years old (December 2001). Family contact: ricky-do@webtv.net
* MAGUIRE, John Justice, PFC, US Marine Corps, Rifleman C Company, 1st Marines. Served under Capt. Everett P. Pope in C-1-1. Was awarded the Silver Star and the Purple Heart. He also served at Guadalcanal and Cape Gloucester. He died May 11, 1992. WebbJO@NAVSEA.NAVY.MIL
* MAHAN, Walden , Cpl. 1st Marine Division, Deceased 1999. Was wounded by mortar fire on Peleliu. Would like to talk to anyone who knew my father. Contact T. Mahan Dareal2c@aol.com"
MAIN, John M. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ MAINE, Clarence E. E Company, 2nd Bn, 5th Regiment, 1st Division. If you have any information concerning Clarence, please contact his brother's friend Lee Hardy at galach@nccn.net
MALCZYNSKI, William - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ MALICOAT, Truman Lee, Sgt. He was killed in action on Peleliu on September 21, 1944. He was believed to have been in the 1st Marines, 1st Battalion. Family contact: Waterbaby74@aol.com
MALINOWSKI, Milton E. - PFC - B Co. - Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MALONEY, Kevin D. - Cpl - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MANGARELLA, Joseph F. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MANLEY, Lyle S. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ MANLOVE, Donald W., PFC. KIA 7OCT44 on Peleliu while serving with Battery A of the 3rd 155mm How. Bn. If anyone could give his nephew information on him or his group he would greatly appreciate it. He may be reached at damanlove@netdirect.net
MANN, Ellery, Corp. M-3-5, First Marine Division. From Garden City, Long Island, New York. Manngifel@aol.com
MANSON, Ernest A. - Cpl - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* MAPLE, Harold D., Pvt. 1st Marine Division, 11th Marines, 3rd Bn. Now deceased. He was a corporal at the time of his discharge on October 12, 1945. He was was shot by a sniper in the abdomen on October 15, 1944, and the Bullet exited his back. He was able to carry on a normal life but suffered a great deal. Family contact: dmaple@netnitco.net
MAPLE, Walter F. - Pvt - D Co. D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ MAPLES, Gordon, Lt., CO of F Company. Received Navy Cross for actions on Guadalcanal.
MARANTO, Gene, PFC. 1st Marine Division, 12th Defense Battalion. While on Peleliu, Gene and his buddy rescued the pilot and radioman from a TBF aircraft that had crashed into the bay after takeoff. They put the men in a lifeboat and then drove them to a field hospital. Gene's address is 17-300 Corkill Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240.
MARANTO, Sam, PFC. 1st Marine Division, 12th Defense Battalion. His address is 11819 Halcourt, Norwalk, CA 90650.
* MARCHANT, Pete. K-3-5.
MARCKLINGER, Howard. Marine Corp. Corpr. Anti- Aircraft, 9/14/22 to 7/16/00.
MARINER, Bernard E. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MARINO, Frank A. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MARMET, John, Platoon Sgt. Company K, 3rd Bn, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division.
MARONICH, Edward V. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MARQUEZ, E. Joe, H, A, I/C (Corpsman), 2nd Bn, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. Awarded the Navy Cross for exceptional valor, without regard for his own life. The citation of his personal bravery is exceptional. Joe is still living, and has been an inspiration throughout his life to all of us who have known him since 1943. Submitted by doclyn@eagnet.com
+ MARRONE, Joseph "Murph", Cpl. Killed in action on Peleliu on 9/15/44. Also fought at Guadalcanal and Cape Glochester.
MARTEL, Henry Jr. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MARTIN, Anthony. 321 Infantry Battalion. He died September 1, 1999. His nephew would like to hear from anyone who knew Anthony. His email address is paladin333@earthlink.net
MARTIN, Elden M. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MARTIN, Orpheus Jay, Corporal. 81st Wildcat Division. He was from North Dakota. His son Jim is looking for any photos or other information from the veterans of this battle. jbkcd@mediaone.net
MARTIN, Robert L. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MARTIN, Samuel G. - Cpl - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MARTINDALE, Thomas B., Cpl. C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* MARTINEK, Frank. Weapons Plt. B-1-5. Fought on Guadalcanal up to Peleliu. He received a Purple Heart and Bronze Star on Peleliu. Frank was a Marines Marine. There wasn't anything Frank wouldn't do for an active or former Marine. Frank died in 1999. God Bless him.
MARTINEZ, Frank, - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MARTINEZ, Pablo S. - Cpl - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MARTINKO, Harry J., CWO. Served as Marine paymaster for Air Units and Island command from November 1944 to June 1945. He relieved Capt. Irwin who was shot by a sniper. harry@directweb.com
* MARVIN, John R., Sgt. 1st Marine Division, 5th Regiment. Navy Corpsman. Earned two Purple Hearts. John lived in Port Hueneme, CA and was a Professor of English. He was born September 27, 1923, and died January 23, 2002. Family contact: s.marvin@sympatico.ca
> MASCITTI, Anthony P. ("Beak"), PFC, served in the 88th Chemical Mortar Battalion (Army). Went on to serve in the Philippines and Okinawa campaigns. Deceased 1973. His family would enjoy hearing from anyone with info on the 88th Chemical Mortar Battalion. vebee@aol.com
MASK, Hollis L. - Sgt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MASON, Donald Earl, PFC. Company K, 3rd Bn, 1st Reg., 1st Marine Division. He is interested in locating anyone that was in his company. BREASONER@prodigy.net
MASON, Robert F. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MASTNIK, Frank D. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MASTROROCCO, Leonard D. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MATHENEY, Thomas M. K-3-5. Currently residing in Monterey, TN.
MATHEWS, F. J. "Taxi". 1st Division, 2nd Bn, 1st Marines, E Co. From Lynn, MA. Received two battle stars on Guadalcanal, one battle star from Peleliu, and another on Cape Gloucester.
* MATHEWS, Guy Lee. Charlie Company, 1st Bn. 1st Marines. Wounded on Peleliu on Walt's Ridge where Pope won his Medal of Honor. His Marine career spanned 1937-1957. See http://www.corpimg.com/military/guy.htm for complete military history of Guy.
MATHWIG, George E. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MATZ, Alvah L. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MAUCH, William (Bill) D. Landed on Peleliu on Sept. 15, 1944, with the 8th Amtrac Bn., 1st Marine Division. He was also in the Okinawa Invasion of April 1, 1945. He now lives in Sapulpa, OK and is a member of the 1st Marine Division Association as well as the 8th Amtrac Bn. Association. Family contact: mauch5@oknet1.net
MAUCK, Mason E. - Sgt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MAXCY, Glen A. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MAXWELL, Benson E., Pfc. with 81st Wildcat Division. Landed on Anguar and a few days later on Peleliu with the 306th Combat Engineers. Mailing address is 902 Cozy Point Road, Zwolle, LA 71486. Would like to hear from anyone who served on Peleliu.
MAXWELL, Thomas R. - Stf Sgt - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MAYNARD, James J. - Sgt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
McALARNIS, James P., Sgt. Company C 1/1, Peleliu, Hill 100.
McALLISTER, Patrick L. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
McCAIN, Robert M. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* McCALISTER, Paul B., BAR man, 81st Wildcat Division, 322nd Infantry Regiment on Anguar. He was wounded by a grenade thrown into his foxhole and received the Purple Heart. If anyone knew or fought alongside of him, he would love to hear from you. He can be reached by email thru his granddaughter: Kim McCalister Stuckey. PKMNStuck@aol.com He now resides in Forest Hill, Louisiana. He is originally from Shopville, Kentucky. Or you may write to Kim McCalister Stuckey, 3485 Magnolia Avenue, Zachary, Louisiana 70791.
* McCALL, John G. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/19/44.
McCALL, Kenneth O. - 1st Sgt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
McCAMEY, Ralph D. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
McCAMPBELL, Jonnie W., PFC. 81st Wildcat Division, 321st Infantry, Company H. Operated "Heavy Mortar". After the war, he returned to his hometown of Spring City, TN. He never talked about the war, and passed away August 7, 1980 in a VA Hospital in Murfreesboro, TN. I would like to hear from any of his buddies, or anyone that has information on the 81st Division via email. My name is Gabe McCampbell and Jonnie was my Grandfather. gmccampbel@aol.com
* McCARDIE, Harold N. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - He is now living in Colorado. Family contact: chuck@kcnet.com
* McCARLEY, Thomas Jackson, PFC. K Company, 3 Bn, 7th Marines. Wounded 19 September 1944. Jack received a Purple Heart and a Gold Star. Jack was a resident of Florence, AL. He passed away in April 1997. He was very proud to be a Marine and loved his country. Anyone who knew Jack, please contact his family at hmccarley@worldnet.att.net
McCARTHY, Donald L. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* McCARTY, John P., Cpl. Squad leader, 2nd platoon, L Company, 7th Marines. Wounded on Peleliu. Also served at Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester with L Company. Presently living in Norfolk, Nebraska.
McCARTY, Richard D. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
McCARTY, William I. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
McCLAREN, William R. - Cpl - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ McCLARY, Chas R. K-3-5. Killed in action on October 10, 1944.
McCLENDON, Lowery H. - Sgt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
McCLUN, Lawrence V. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* McCONNELL, George Lewis. 2nd Lieutenant. Earned both the Silver Star and the Purple Heart on Peleliu. Deceased March 15, 1972. Family contact: nacymcconnell@hotmail.com
+ McCOOL, Clarence W., PFC. Army 81st Infantry Division. He was killed in action by a sniper bullet. His wife and daughter would like to hear from anyone who knows anything about him. Dmiller813@aol.com
* McCORMICK, Remus, Sgt. Squad leader L Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines. Wounded on Peleliu. Also served on Guadalcanal and Cape Gloucester. Hometown McMinnville, TN.
McCRORY, JAMES O., PFC. 7TH MARINES. LIVES IN ROBINSON, IL.
McCULLEY, Alexander, Z. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
McCULLOUGH, Lawrence D. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
McCUNN, Robert O. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
McCUTCHEON, Teurman O. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
McEWAN, Harry G. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
McFADDEN, Buel T. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* McFARLAND, John. 1st Marine Division. Was wounded two times in the leg in the initial assault. He was from Mauch Chunk, PA.
McGEARY, Bernard J., Corporal. 81st Division (710th? Light tank Bn). From Worcester, MA. Now deceased.
* McGLOTHLIN, James A. - Pvt - Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
McGOWAN, William H. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
McGUIRL, John Patrick, PFC. HA's Company 1st Engineer brigade. First Marine Division. If you were in that unit, please contact jjv64@aol.com
McILHENY, Walter J. 5th Marines. Received Navy Cross for actions on Guadalcanal.
McINNIS, "J" "C" - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
McKEE< Charles T. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
McLAUGHLIN, Roy A. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
McLEOD, James E. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
McLUCAS, Roy M. Jr. - H.A.-1 - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
McMILLAN, Donald E. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ McMILLAN, Lawrence. Killed on the first day of the invasion of Peleliu. His nephew and other family members were never aware of the details. If anyone can provide information concerning Lawrence, please contact Robert McMillan at Dottie803@aol.com
McNULTY, Major. 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division.
McNUTT, Calvin, radio operator in the artillery. Was in H&S-2-11.
McPEEK, John F. - 2nd Lt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
McPHEETERS, Durwood W. - Plt Sgt - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* McREYNOLDS, Robert W., PFC. Fox Company, 2nd Batt., 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. He was wounded the day after he and many heros helped take the airfield on the island. He received 80% disability from major machine gun injuries to his arms and legs. They had to shorten one leg by an inch after the incident. Bob became a rather successful amateur golfer in Oregon in the 50's and 60's and was the official Gold Historian for the Oregon Golf Association until his death on October 22, 1999. He is buried at Willamette National Cemetery in Oregon. If anybody knew Bob, please contact his only surviving child Jane O'Brien at JaneOBr4U@aol.com
McSWEENEY, John, PFC. 12th AA Bn. He also served at Wooklark Island, New Guinea, Cape Gloucester, and New Britain. Family contact: Bgilliland@email.msn.com
McQUADE, JOHN, PFC, 1st Signal Company, First Marine Division, Landed on Peleliu on D-Day morning, September 15, 1944, and fought Japanese until relieved by the Army 81st Division about a month later. (Deceased about 1979, Seattle Washington).
MEADOWS, Darrel L. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ MEARS, William J., Sgt. 1st Marine Division, engineering reconnaissance unit. Bill left his job as a mining engineer to enlist the day after Pearl Harbor, and survived campaigns including Guadalcanal, New Britain, Cape Gloucester, and Bougainville, before being killed in action on Peleliu 9/15/44. Family contact: hamlens1@home.com
MEDENWALD, George. Marines. He also fought in other campaigns. He died in 1990. If you can provide other details about George's service, please contact Teri Medenwald at HUGABUG4EVER@aol.com
MEEHAN, Daniel W. - PFC- B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MEEKS, Gene R. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* MEEHL, William, Pvt. 3rd Armored Amphilbian Bn., 1st Marine Division. Wounded on Peleliu Island invasion in 1944.
* MEHRER, Jr., Charles F. MM2C. Charles was a Seabee attached to the 1st Marine Division. He received the Purple Heart for injuries sustained during that action.
MELBY, Ralph M. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
EBMelby@webtv.net
MILES, Walter L. - PFC - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MELSA, Otto O. Served as a PFC in the 1st Div. On Peleliu. Upon discharge he joined the Tennessee National Guard. He retired from the Army National Guard as a Colonel (06). He currently resides in Memphis, TN.
MENDOZA, Edward S. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
* MENGES, Louis F. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ MERCER, Joe R. K-3-5. Killed in action on September 28, 1944.
MERENESS, Russell L - Sgt - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ MERRILL, Don, Lt. 1st Marines. Killed at Peleliu. If you have any information about Don, please contact BANDWFX@aol.com
MERRIMAN, Robert E. - Pvt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MERWIN, Roy S. Sr. - Cpl - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* MESSENGER, Ralph S. 1st Marine Division, 5th Regiment, 2nd Bn, 3rd Platoon, E Company. He was wounded in the hand on Peleliu. On Okinawa he was wounded in the stomach and was operated on in one of the caves on the island. Deceased in 1994, he was originally from Simsbury, CT, but later lived in Florida. If you remember him or were in the 3rd platoon (E-2-1), please contact his family ronnmess@exit3.com
METZ, Edward F. Regimental Headquarters, 7th Marines. Living in Harrison, OH.
MEYER, Carl L. - PFC - H&S Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* MEYER, Frank J. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 10/8/44.
MEYER, Hartley Henry. Marine veteran of Peleliu and Okinawa. Deceased 6/26/91. Family contact: Shaner@qconline.com
+ MEYERS, Gordon, Lt., E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, Leader of 3rd Plt.
MIALE, Ralph S. - PhM 3 - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* MICHAUD, Robert A. - Stf Sgt - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MICHIE, Claude D. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MICKELSON, Eugene E. - Pvt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
+ MIDDLEBROOK, William S. K-3-5. Killed in action on September 25, 1944.
+ MIHALCO, (Johnnie) John Elmer Jr. 1st Marines, 81st Mortar Plt., 2nd/7th. Killed in action at the Battle of Bloody Nose Ridge, September 28, 1944. Johnnie was from Buffalo, NY.
MIHALIC, Mike Jr. - 2nd Lt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MIKLAS, Vincent F. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
+ MILATA, Joseph F., PFC. 1st Bn, 7th Marines. Arrived on Peleliu Sept. 18, 1944. He was killed in action on February 15, 1945. If you knew him or have any information about him please contact his nephew Paul at milatpj@home.com
MILLER, Alan C. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MILLER Carl J. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MILLER Charles C. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MILLER, Charles M. 1st Division, 5th Battalion, USMC. One of his children is requesting any information anyone may have on Charles Miller. Please contact GMi3445091@aol.com
MILLER, Francis J. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* MILLER, Fred E., Sgt. K-3-5. Currently resides in Kansas City, KS.
MILLER, James Wilson, PFC. Machine Gunner of Company "E", 2nd Bn, 5th Marines, First Marine Division. Earned the Silver Star during the assault on Peleliu, and also received the Purple Heart. He died in 1999 at the age of 74. A memorial page has been created in his honor.
MILLER, Jim. Served in A Co., 3rd Plt., Third Armored Amphib Bn. Is now secretary of 3rd Armored/6th Tractor Bn Assoc. jimusmc@riolink.com
MILLER, JOSEPH A., Army, RCT 321st Battalion. Tech Sgt. Miller, while exposed to enemy fire, covered the withdrawal of his company from an overrun ridge position, then carried down a wounded soldier. He later assaulted the same ridge single-handedly and held it for twenty hours, killing twenty Japanese soldiers. He was awarded a spot commission of Second Lieutenant.
MILLER, Lloyd L. - Cpl - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
* Miller, Mack J. Pfc. Co. B, 1st Bn, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division.
MILLER, Morris L. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MILLER, Robert E. - PFC - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MILLER, Walter R., Cpl. First Marine Division, First Service Bn. (Ammunition Section). He now lives in St. Petersburg, Fl and can be contacted by email waltermiller@worldnet.att.net
MILLER, William J. - Cpl - D Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MILLER, Willie - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MILLOVICH, Peter - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MILLS, James E. Jr. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MILNER, Albert L. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
+ MILNER, William G. - 2nd Lt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. KIA 9/15/44.
MINSKY, Robert Irving, 372234, PFC, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT
MINTEER, John H. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MIRANDA, Jesus M. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MITCHELL, Dean Gale. Born in York, NE. He passed away recently. If you have any service information about Dean, please contact his son Sean, who was named after a buddy of his father's who died at Peleliu. sean.mitchell@computer.org
+ MITCHELL, George Baxter, PFC. USMC, 1st Division, 3rd Battalion. Killed in action at Peleliu in September 1944. He is listed in the USMC book published at the time and given to us at the funeral. He is buried in Cricket, NC, beside his brother, Sgt James Presley Mitchell, USArmy, beside the Methodist Church where they worshiped.
MITCHELL, Harold E. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MITCHELL, Jack F. He served in the 1st Division for 4 years. He was also at Guadacanal and Gloucester. Sadly, this great patriot died in 1977 of lung cancer. His best friend was also at Peleliu. Family contact: Charles.Barbee@Verizon.net
MITCHELL, Marvin E. - 1st Lt - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
MITCHELL, Maynard - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MITCHELL, Norman L. (Bud) Sr., Major VMF 541(N). Col. Norman L. (Bud) Mitchell USMCR Ret. when he was a Major and serving as XO of VMF 541(N). He is now in the VA Hospital in St. Cloud, MN as a result of a broken neck sustained from an accident in HI in 1987. He may be contacted through his son, Normal L. Mitchell, Jr. at US2B@hotmail.com
MITCHELL, Richard C. - PFC - B co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MOCZYDLOSKI, Bernard F. - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. Now deceased.
* MOHWINKLE, Melvin H - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MOI, Harold O. Jr. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
+ MOISE, Cicero Adolphus. Born March 17, 1919, Cicero was from Wananish, NC. He died September 16, 1944. If anyone has information on Mr. Moise, please contact GBabson@prodigy.net PERSONAL MESSAGE TO those seeking information on Cicero Moise: J.P. Johnston, whose father knew Cicero very well and is familiar with the circumstances of his death, has tried to contact you but the email did not go through. Please contact J.P. at johnstonre@bwtelcom.net
MONROSE, Francois C. Jr., Cpl. C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* MONTGOMERY, Benton Ross Jr., 305002, E CO, 2nd BN, 1st Marines, 1st PLT. Was platoon sergeant during Peleliu. Had a long military career, last served as Lt. Colonel in charge of Counter Intelligence. Now deceased. He and his wife Shirley had three children.
* MONTGOMERY, Wayne - Pvt - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/16/44.
MONTREY, Reavis (Bones). 3rd Battalion, G Battery, 11th Marines.
MONTZ, Warren C. "Smokey", PFC. 81st Infantry Wildcat Division, explosives. From Laplace, LA. He joined in 1943 and served until the end. As of 6/00 he is 76 years old and suffering from Alzheimer's Disease. He is in the care of the LA War Veterans Hospital in Jackson, LA. SMONTZ813@aol.com
* MOON, Floyd Marcus, PFC. USMC. Was in K/3/1 at the battle of Peleliu. He received an honorable discharge. He passed away on June 18, 1996. Family contact: dfmoon53@yahoo.com
+ MOORE, Alden, Pvt. K Company, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division. Killed on October 4, 1944, on Peleliu. PERSONAL NOTE TO THE FAMILY OF ALDEN MOORE: Nick Mott has some photos of Alden and would like to contact you. Please see listing for MOTT, Garner W.
* MOORE, Bassett W. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 9/19/44.
* MOORE,Calton "Bubba", PVT. 81st Wildcat 322 Inf. Co.I. Landed Sept 15 wounded Oct 2. He passed away in 1983. I have good pictures of battle and training in Hawaii and my Mom (also passed) did one heck of a scrapbook. I want to add to it for my kids and grandkids. I would like to hear from anyone who could share stories and pictures. I find lots of vets from other Cos, but very few from Co I. Dad spent time on New Caladonia. If anyone knew him PLEASE write and I will share what I have. Both are gone now and dad never talked about it. My address is Russell Moore P.O. Box 83 Hastings,Okla. or rlmoore_6@hotmail.com
MOORE, Charles. Fought with the 1st Marine Division at Peleliu.
MOORE, Cyrus J. 2nd Bn, E Battery, 11th Marines. Also served at Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester and Talasea NB. Cyrus may be reached by email at: cmoore@gate.net
MOORE, Edward - Pvt - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
* MOORE, Everett T. K-3-5.
MOORE, Henry F. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MOORE, Francis T. - PhM 2 - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MOORE, Guy - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MOORE, Nolan H. - PFC - B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MOORE, Robert C. PFC, Co. G, 321st Infantry, U.S. Army. He landed with Co G in one of the first waves on the Island of Anguar on the first day of the fighting. His address is 1314 Jamie Lane, Homewood, IL 60430. He can also be reached by email.
MORELAND, Robert K. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MORGAN, Calvin R. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MORK, John L. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MORELLI, Anthony J., Cpl. 1st Marine Division. Cpl. Morelli was from Southington, CT. He died in 1980. He gave Dave Morelli, his nephew, a flag full of shrapnel holes that he picked up off the beach the morning after he landed.
+ MORGAN, Clarence R. K-3-5. Killed in action on October 5, 1944.
+ MORRIS, Fred T. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - KIA 9/16/44.
MORRIS, Melvin H. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MORRIS, Robert L. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibain Tractor Bn. Resides in Lewisville, Arkansas. skahanek@vidnet.net
* MORROW, L. B., PFC. Served with the 5th Marines on Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, New Britain, and Peleliu. He was wounded in action on Guadalcanal and Peleliu. Was recommended for the Silver Star after Peleliu. Transferred to the 7th Marines following Peleliu. He was sent home due to wounds received at Peleliu. He was killed in an automobile accident in 1947. Information submitted by his grandson, Woodrow Freeze.
MOSIER, Robert Earl. Served as a Surgical Technician (Tech 5). He served in the 306th Co B Med. Bn. and also the 81st Inf. Div. (Wildcats). He saw action at Anguar Island and Peleliu. He was also at Kayangel Village. He enlisted July 13, 1943 and served his country until January 24, 1946. He was on the U.S.S. Republic and the U.S.S. St. Louis. He was at Admiralty Islands, Marshall Islands, Midway Islands, Solomon Islands, Loyalty Islands and many other locations throughout the Western Pacific. He was wounded in action when the jeep he was riding in ran over a land mine while enroute to assist wounded comrades. He received many Ribbons and Medals. He is now retired and lives in Ohio. wellsco@midohio.net
* MOSKALCZAK, Joseph J. K-3-5.
* MOSS, Henry, 1st Marines, 2nd Bn. Served as Bn 4 and Supply Officer. Arrived in last wave of amphibians. Now lives in Devine, Texas.
+ MOTT, Garner W., PFC. 1st Marine Division, 5th Regiment, 3rd Battalion, Company K. He was wounded at Peleliu on September 16th and his best friend was killed there. Garner was killed on Okinawa on May 7th, 1945. If you have any information about his father please contact Nick at nmott@mics.net Nick is also looking for any family or friend of Pvt. Alden Moore who was killed on October 4th, 1944, on Peleliu. Nick has some pictures of him with his father.
* MOTTER, Delphin L. - Cpl - C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - WIA 10/5/44 -Now deceased.
MOTTER, Wallace J. - PFC - A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MOTYKA, Louis Z. - Cpl. - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MOYER, F. Alfred, Cpl. Landed with the 8th Amphib Bn. He turned 18 years-old during the battle on October 14th. Contact: WABAB3@aol.com
MOZEAK, Thomas M., CPL. 1-3-K. He was a truck driver Delivering equipment and ammunition to the front. Contact: mre@seanet.com
MUDDIMAN, William D. Cpl. on Peleliu. With Battery A, 8th 155mm Gun Bn. On Okinawa he was with the 2nd Provincial Field Artillery Group. He is now deceased.
MUEHLEBACH, George V., PFC. C Co.Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MUELLER, Charles C. - Pvt - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MUELLER, Norman E. - PFC. C Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MULHOLLAND, Charles L., PFC. B Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn.
MULKEY, Allen E. - PFC A Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MULL, Eugene L. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
MULLER, Joseph F. - PFC - C Co. Sixth Amphibian Tractor Bn. - Now deceased.
MULLINS, John V. - PFC - H&S Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
* MURPHY, Richard E. K-3-5.
MURPHY, William R. - Cpl - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
+ MURPHY, William Francis, Capt., was killed in action on Peleliu, Bloody Nose Ridge, September 28, 1944. He was acting Regimental Planning Officer for the 321st Infantry when he volunteered to lead Rifle Co K. Maneuvering through the ridge line Co K lost contact with the units to either side. Captain Murphy and a Rifleman (named Reynolds) attempted to locate the adjacent friendly forces and were killed. Captain Murphy was awarded the Silver Star and is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. If you knew William Murphy or served with Co K on Peleliu, please contact his nephew Stephen Keohane by email: eastonlax@hotmail.com
MURRAY, Harlan J., Cpl., K-3-1. Now lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.
MURRAY, Raymond W. Sr., PFC. 81MM Mortar Operator of the 2nd Bn, 7th Regiment, 1st Marine Division. He was from Elma, NY, a suburb of Buffalo. He went on to battle at Okinawa was wounded in action 6/6/45 and received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Ray passed away on Easter Sunday 4/23/2000 and was laid to rest in Holland Cemetery, Holland, New York on 4/27/2000. He was given a full military honors funeral by the United States Marines and the and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Ray was a proud member of The 1st Marine Division Association and met annually with the 2nd BN 7th Marines Association. His son John J. Murray would enjoy communicating with those who knew his father or Peleliu. John may be reached at Box 29, Eden, NY 14057, or by email: PELELIUWWIIUSMC@aol.com
MUSSER, James F. - PFC - B Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn. - Now deceased.
MYERS, Nelson J. - PFC - A Co. Third Armored Amphibian Bn.
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