Thank You Notes from Members

From: Ed Broadhurst
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Wed, Dec 25, 2013 6:45 pm
Subject: Re: 2014 Reunion Sign up Sheet for Washington D.C.

Al, First of all, Merry Christmas to you and God Bless you for all your hard work.  Alice tested the documents on her Mac and this is a very simple process.
From: Ron Woods
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sun, Dec 22, 2013 4:59 pm
Subject: RE: Newsletter December 21, 2013 Part 1 

Hey Al and Sue,
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
We appreciate all the hard work you do keeping the ghost of ROSY past alive.
Ron and Vicki Woods		From: Connie Portewig 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Jan 16, 2014 7:48 pm
Subject: Re: Calculating Reunion Sign-up Sheet for the 2014 Reunion

Al, thanks for all the work you do with the e mails, roster, and thanks so much for the recent news letter.  Outstanding job.  

 Thanks, Connie Portewig  (Midway)
From: clyde southern 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sat, Sep 28, 2013 11:36 am
Subject: Re: Hotel Reservations

Good Morning AL,
Great hearing from you and another great job on your part. 
2014 I will be unable to attend this reunion.
Thank you for all the hard work Sue and you do.
God Bless
Clyde		From: Tony 
To:squadronsmates
Subject: Re: SENIOR DISCOUNTS
Sent: Thu, Jan 16, 2014 11:09 am


Hi Al,
Probably just certain stores that participate. Keep up the good work Al.


From: Robert Goldsberry
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Tue, Jan 14, 2014 9:35 pm
Subject: Fw: WEB SITE

This is very nicely done.  Great job !!
From: Kaye 
To: Al Wedemeyer 
Sent: Wed, Jan 15, 2014 8:14 pm
Subject: RE: WEB SITE

I know how much work goes into web pages.  You both are to me commended for your efforts.  Thank you.

-K-

From: Bistlineaa 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Tue, Jan 14, 2014 5:44 pm
Subject: Re: WEB SITE

You got some great photos of the tours. Good job!
 
Andy Bistline.
From: Ronald Blank
To: squadronsmates <squadronsmates@aol.com>
Sent: Sun, Sep 15, 2013 6:32 pm
Subject: Re: ID Cards

Hi Al, Looks good to me. Would like CVA 41 on mine for sure. Thanks for your hard work it is appreciated!		From: Dale Elledge
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Sep 19, 2013 5:02 pm
Subject: Re: 2014 Reunion Hotel Reservation Code for Washington D.C.
 
Great, thanks for all your hard work.  Hugs Sandy  PS received our DVD today, we're going to watch it shortly. 		From: THOMAS bliss
To: FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT - CVA42 To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Jul 25, 2013 5:05 pm
Subject: RE: ID Cards

Everything looks good on our cards.....Thomas W. Bliss & Mary E. Bliss  #305
 
Thank you all for your hard work on this project.  TWB
From: Kathy Cubalchini
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Tue, Jul 23, 2013 9:07 am
Subject: Re: ID CARDS

Hi Al,
 
My ID is perfect. Joe and I are sorry to miss the Colorado Springs trip this year. We are looking forward to next year. Thanks for all your hard work.
 
Kathy
  
   
From: Arlene Zeiter 
To: Al Wedemeyer To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sun, Aug 19, 2012 6:21 pm
Subject: Badges

Thanks a million.  We keep forgetting to thank you and Sue for all of your hard work.

 

Arlene

From: Deanna Niebuhr 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sun, Aug 19, 2012 7:03 am
Subject: Re: Branson Shows Please Read

Thanks for your hard work,
Deanna Niebuhr (for David)
From: Ron Woods 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Aug 16, 2012 10:10 am
Subject: RE: Domestic Partners Clarification

Enough preaching. I still am honored to belong to this wonderful organization and appreciate you and the board for the work you have done.
Ron Woods 4th Division DM3 FDR
From: David Montgomery
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Mon, Aug 6, 2012 2:20 pm
Subject: Re: Crunch Time for Reunion Sign up Sheets

Hi Al...Nice talking with you and I hope everyone appreciates all of the hard work you put into this organization.  I know I certainly do
From: Clyde Southern 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Tue, Aug 7, 2012 12:02 pm
Subject: Re: NEWSLETTER AUGUST 1, 2012

Keep up the great work that you complete daily.
God bless
Clyde
From: Ed Broadhurst
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Wed, Jan 4, 2012 8:40 pm
Subject: Re: Web Site

Thanks for all you do
Ed Broadhurst
From: Robert Goldsberry
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Mon, Feb 6, 2012 6:20 pm
Subject: Re: 2012 Reunion Branson, Missouri

Compliments to the photographer.  Whoever it was they did a great job on capturing the good times everyone had.  Well done !!!!		From: Thomas Mislan 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Tue, Feb 7, 2012 12:31 pm
Subject: Re: 2012 Reunion Branson, MO.

GREAT BEAUTIFUL PICTURES OF THE SAN DIEGO TRIP.
   
From: Barbara Gundermann
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Sep 15, 2011 1:22 pm
Subject: RE: Attendee List for the 2011 Reunion

I know this is a great undertaking for you and your family and you all put in a “ton” of hard work and we are so excited to be included – I honestly do not know how to tell you thank you – Barbara		From: Debbie Flerlage
To: squadronsmates 
Cc: dflerlage 
Sent: Mon, Oct 31, 2011 10:10 pm
Subject: Re: payment for t-shirts and hat, Branson registration

Hope you had a good time on your cruise. You guys rock!!!

We sure appreciate all of your hard work.

Debbie Flerlage


From: Ronald Deering
To: squadronsmates 
Cc: 'Carolyn Deering
Sent: Sat, Dec 24, 2011 6:16 pm
Subject: RE: Published Roster dated December 17, 2011


Thanks for all of your hard work to keep this organization growing. 

Ron and Carolyn

From: David&Flo
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Wed, Nov 9, 2011 11:51 pm
Subject: Re: 2011 Reunion Group Picture

If no one has told you yet...you and your wife did one hell of a job putting the reunion together.  But, that's why they pay you the big bucks...right?

Dave Montgomery

From    Kathy Sebastian
To   To: squadronsmates 
Sat, Nov 12, 2011 12:47 pm
Re: 2001 REUNION DVD  
Al,   A BIG THANK YOU to you for putting together such a fantastic
event! We had a fabulous time!  Can't wait to see the video! 

Kathy and Paul Sebastian

From: Daniel Roney
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sat, Aug 27, 2011 5:11 pm
Subject: Re: 2011 Reunion Attendees List

Information on spreadsheet looks alright to me. Thanks for your hard work.
Dan & Ginger Roney

From: Susan Akins 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Fri, Sep 9, 2011 10:13 am
Subject: Re: 2011 Reunion Attendees List

I appriciate all of your hard work that you do for the members.
                                                         George
From: Pat Ingalls Kochenburger
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sun, Apr 3, 2011 9:26 pm
Subject: Thank you for the pictures of Japan.

Thank you and Sue and everyone else who has worked so hard to make this a great
reunion. God bless you. Pat & John 
From: lamprow4
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Mon, Apr 25, 2011 11:02 am
Subject: Roster April 15, 2011
Thanks for all your hard work on the Roster, it really looks nice 
Take care & God Bless, Jim

From: squadronsmates3 
To: ofrank 
Sent: Sun, Jul 24, 2011 1:35 pm
Subject: Re: Banner Format

Frank,
 
Sorry for the delay in getting back to you, but work,work work, family
comes first.  I was able to open it in PDF and it is a BEAUTY!!!!  
he amount of time you put in on this banner is evident. Many of the aircraft
listed were on board the FDR in 65-67.  I remember standing bridge watches
and being impressed every time one launched.  Even after 2 years. I can still
see the squadron logos on the side today.I'm going to copy Al this email as he
was asking if I could open it now, so I don't want put a dent in his vacation
having to wonder about it.
Thank you very much for all your hard work.
 
John
From: Walt 
TTo: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sat, Feb 12, 2011 6:40 pm
Subject: Thanks

Thanks Al,

I appreciate you calling to let me know that you have received my check. I don’t believe a fellow could belong to a better organization that give more personal service such as you have. Al you have really worked hard to get Squadrons & Shipmates going and your still working hard. I hope and pray that the proper people get in the right positions to carry on the Squadrons & Shipmates organization.  The people can’t be on and off like myself, it takes dedication and work.

 

Thanks again,

 

Walt McCoy


From: hartmanhl
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sun, Sep 11, 2011 11:16 pm
Subject: Re: September 11, 2011


Thanks for the update and your hard work. H L Hartman

From: Shellie K
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Fri, Nov 11, 2011 11:18 am
Subject: RE: 2011 REUNION GROUP PICTURE

Al, thank you for passing on this group photo.  I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude to you for all of the time and effort that you and the board had put into this reunion.  I can only imagine that your next one will be just as adventurous for those who attend.  I do hope that your membership list continues to grow and that you are able to continue to reach out to more squadrons and shipmates.  Hopefully those who attended will remember to tell that "one more pal" about it for next year.
 
Our whole family had a great time and it was nice to meet so many people who risked their lives and lost so many loved ones to protect my freedom.
 
Thank you for your service
Shellie Kremers		From: David A. Castelveter
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Tue, Jul 5, 2011 9:18 pm
Subject: Re: PUBLISHED ROSTER JULY 2, 2011


Thanks Al. You are doing one hell of a job -- a thankless one. All the best.
 
   
From: Greg Koczur 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Oct 7, 2010 9:51 am
Subject: USS Midway tour

...Thanks for the hard work and time. Greg Koczur   USS FDR		  
From: HARTMANHL 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Mon, Jun 21, 2010 5:18 pm
Subject: Re: Newsletter June 20, 2010

AGAIN, THANKS, FOR ALL OF YOUR EFFORTS..............
From: Ola Williams
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Apr 29, 2010 10:33 am
Subject: Re: Newsletter March 17, 2010

Thanks for all you guys are doing and I personally appreciate it.		From: Lyle Owen
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Wed, Apr 28, 2010 10:41 am
Subject: Re: Newsletter April 27, 2010

I think you did a great job on the hats and I will order one as soon as you get the order forms on line. Thank you for all your hard work.
From: Robert Piekow
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Wed, Mar 17, 2010 1:32 pm
Subject: Re: Newsletter March 17, 2010

Aye and what a glorious mornin it be.Thanks for all your hard work.

From: James Brown 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Wed, Mar 17, 2010 6:08 pm
Subject: Re: Newsletter March 17, 2010

You are doing some womderful work.  I just don't have the knowledge to do it.  I praise you for what you are doing.		From: David A. Castelveter 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Tue, Jan 12, 2010 6:33 pm
Subject: Re: TUESDAY DECEMBER 12, 2010

Al, you are doing yeoman's work and I am grateful. I ordered my ID cards but have not heard how much I need to pay. Please let me know and I will forward a check. Many thanks for all that you do.
 
David A. Castelveter
SM2 (now retired USAR E8)		From: ROBERT DRAZNIK
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Apr 1, 2010 11:18 am
Subject: Re: Newsletter April 1, 2010

Hi Al...just a short note to say how much I appreciate your hard work.


From: Larry 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sat, Apr 3, 2010 10:58 am
Subject: RE: Newsletter March 17, 2010

Thanks again for all you are doing and have a nice day

From: Dan 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Fri, Feb 19, 2010 1:15 pm
Subject: Re: Newsletter for February 19, 2010

Thanks for your hard work...		From: Noel T. Santos
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Wed, Feb 24, 2010 9:26 am
Subject: Re: New Membership Numbers

This is to inform you that I have received my membership no. 0238.
Thanks for all your hard work.		 
From: David A. Castelveter
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Wed, Feb 17, 2010 10:36 am
Subject: Re: ID Cards

Thanks Al. Not sure if cards came recently. I might be home tomorrow or Friday. I will let you know. And most importantly, thanks for the hard work on this project.
 		 From: James Brown
TTo: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Jan 14, 2010 10:37 am
Subject: NEW MEMBERS

A BIG THANK YOU, to all the people that have worked so hard, getting the BALL rolling on this chat line and to Al and his staff, for starting the REUNION group. I do hope all of you get to see the MIDWAY CRUISE BOOKS (that I donated to AL) for all eyes to look at. I am in the process of sending Al a couple of USS MIDWAY models, that I have made. They should be ready to send next week. My SHIPMATES, please enjoy and "ALWAYS KEEP IN TOUCH WITH YOUR SHIPMATES" AK1 James A. Brown, USN- RETIRED USS Midway 1970 to 1974		From: squadronsmates 
To: jdkirk 
Sent:Sat, Feb 6, 2010 1:50 PM
Subject: Re: Received Your On-line Membership Application

Great work on the stuff you are doing!

From: Bob Garland 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Tue, Feb 9, 2010 10:24 pm
Subject: Re: New Roster February 8, 2010

Al,
 The roster is fantastic...Thanks again for all your hard work getting this monster under weigh.
   
From: Robert G Wrobel 
To: Pete Klestinec
Cc: Al - CB 41 Shipmates Wedemeyer 
Sent: Sat, Dec 26, 2009 12:58 pm
Subject: Membership Cards

Again thank you for your efforts.  Have a very healthy HAPPY NEW YEAR.  Bob Wrobel 		From: Linda Mimm 
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Fri, Dec 25, 2009 9:01 pm
Subject: Re: ID CARDS 

...Merry Christmas and thanks for all your hard work.....
From: Linda Mimm
TTo: squadronsmates 
Sent: Sat, Dec 26, 2009 9:38 am
Subject: Re: HOW IS BILL?

 ...Happy New Year and you are doing a GREAT JOB...thanks a million....
From: Robert Goldsberry
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Mon, Nov 30, 2009 8:47 am
Subject: Re: VERIFICATION OF ROSTER AND PERSONAL INFORMATION

Al,

Please send in PDF.  I do not have excel.  Thanks for all your hard work!!!
From: James Brown
To: squadronsmates 
Sent: Thu, Oct 22, 2009 4:09 pm
Subject: Re: USS MIDWAY NEW REUNION ORGANIZATION

THANKS, I'LL KEEP IN TOUCH. IF YOU NEED A DONATION FOR ANY MAILINGS TO ME, JUST LET ME KNOW.  THANKS FOR ALL YOU HARD WORK.  JIM

 


#Letters from the Members#












28 Nov 2009
Mr. Al Wedemeyer
Squadrons & Shipmates of the FDR/Midway Ine«
346 Carpenter Dr. MS Ste. 29
Atlanta GA 30328-5029
Sir:
I served in the Arresting Gear crew on the USS F.D. Roosevelt [CVB-42]
in 1946 and 1947.
I served as Chief Master-at-Ams on the USS Midway [CV-41] 1960-1963.
I am enclosing a check in the amount of $4.20 for a 1 year membership
in the new organization as per your letter stating memberships are $4.20
per year. If the new organization is a success 1 will consider becoming
a life time member even though I1 11 be 90 in 2 weeks.
Sincerely^
renboyd8sbcglobal.net
Rural R. Boyd
ABCM USN ret.
10406 Robindale Dr.
Dallas, TX 75238-2229
(214) 349-1446



           We all had buddies or pals that we socialized with while we were in the service. This is now the time to come together and renew all those friendships and relive the memories that we have often thought about over the years. Now you have an organization that will help you find those lost friends so you can once again enjoy their company.

           After reading through the web site, we hope you would agree that Squadrons and Shipmates of FDR-Midway Inc. has a lot to offer including:

  • Reasonable dues. In addition, Charter Members will enjoy a large discount in all the years to come;
  • Encouraging families to participate along with the veteran;
  • A democratic organization where all members have a voice and are encouraged to participate and contribute;
  • Eligibility to hold a leadership position not based on length of membership in the association;
  • A potentially large membership that will help secure full-service hotels for reunions in major cities and
  • The vision of carrying the organization far into the future for our heirs to enjoy.  

           In order for this organization to be successful, everyone will need to be involved. If you are reading this link we hope you will be moved to tell at least one of your friends about this new organization. Two friends would be above and beyond the call of duty. Besides, after you become a member you can sponsor all your buddies and when they attend reunions each and every year you will earn a $5.00 credit for each one of your friends who attend. After 2009 everybody that you sponsor will earn you another $5.00 credit for your reunion expenses. So what are you waiting for? "Tell a friend."

                                                                                                                                                        


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