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This page is dedicated to the memory of
Redball members who have passed on. They
are remembered for their love of our hobby, their spirit, and their
service to our organization. |
| George W. Sebring, Jr. |
October 19, 1929 - January 5, 2008 |
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George was a veteran of the Korean Conflict,
having served in the Navy as a combat air crewman. He was a longtime
resident of East Stroudsburg PA and a member of several community
groups, his church, Member #1 of the Redball Military Transport and
a Life Member of the MVPA.
George was always seen at HMV events with a smile
on his face and a laugh in his heart. We strongly appreciate all
your contributions to the Redball Military Transport. |
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Barrett L. Boop |
June 1, 1932 - August 16, 2008 |
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Barrett entered military services during
the Korean War. He served in the 101st Airborne, 8th Division,
Company C, and the U.S. Infantry, 2nd Division, before being
wounded, and was then transferred to the 58th Ordinance Ammo
Company, where he served in the motor pool. He was discharged from
active service on Nov. 26, 1954. He received the Korean Services
Medal with one bronze star, the Good Conduct Medal, the National
Defense Service Medal, and United Nations Defense Medal.
Following his
discharge from the military, Barrett pursued his interest in
restoring World War II military vehicles, which became a life long
hobby. He was well known for his vehicle restorations and his
participation in parades and veterans activities. He was a member of
the Red Ball Express Military Transport Club and the Military
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| Elder Santos |
November 20, 1934 - June 2, 2009 |
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Elder Santos, 74, of 80 Lakeside Drive, Honesdale, passed away
peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Born Nov. 20, 1934, in Kearny, N.J., Elder served in the U.S. Air
Force during the Korean conflict. He relocated to Honesdale in 1967.
Employed as a Design Engineer and Distribution Technician for the
Pennsylvania Power and Light Company for 30 years, he retired in
1994.
Elder was a true "hobbyist," a man of many diverse interests. He was
the founding member of the Pike-Wayne Antique Automobile Club of
America and a founding member of the Red Ball Military Transport
Club. [Elder is remembered by many Red Ball members for his
strong, enthusiastic support and for being a willing supplier of
parts.] In 1976, his restoration of his 1950 Dodge Wayfarer
garnered him the first place National Antique Automobile Club of
American Award. His passion extended to his love of the military,
and he captured many awards of distinction for his restorations of
World War II vehicles. In 1994, Elder traveled to Southampton,
England, and Normandy, France, to participate in the 50th
anniversary celebration of D-Day.
A man of the highest integrity, dignity and character, Elder leaves
an indelible legacy for all those who knew him. His enduring
friendships span the country, and his consistent warmth, humor and
compassion will be sorely missed and never forgotten.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 42 years, Carol M.
Oliver; his stepchildren, John Warren, Carolyn Warren, Diana Dutton,
Kathy Bower and William Warren; five grandchildren; four
great-grandchildren; and his brother, James Santos of Haleiwa,
Hawaii.
His beloved German shepherd, Sam, preceded him in death.
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Frank C. J. Fiala |
March 5, 1912 - July 3, 2009 |
Frank C. J. Fiala, a
former member of Redball, passed away July 3rd 2009,
97 years young in Ocala, FL. He served in the Army during WWII
as a Medical Supply Officer, spending time in Northern Africa,
Italy and France from 1944 to 1945.
For a number of years
Frank
spent the winters in Ocala Florida and the summers at Pocono
Lake Preserve, PA. He became acquainted with the Redball club
during a MV display from the club at Pocono Lake Preserve and
attended the summer shows and meetings during the summer after
that until 2001 when he went to Ocala and stopped coming up in
the summer time.
Frank
bought his first Jeep, a 1942 Willy’s MB in May of 1960 in
Stanford CT. He towed it to Pocono Lake Preserve where it still
is and being used some in the summer time. He bought a 1943 GPW
from a club member after the parade and display at Pocono Lake
Preserve. His son, Harry has displayed it at the last three
Gilbert shows.
Provided
by Frank Harry Fiala
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