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Farewell Brother, Richard Childree, Sr (aka (1VB)VV_VET) |
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Thursday, 26 June 2008 |
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VV_VET passed away at Duke Medical Center Monday at 4 AM. A viewing will be held at Clements Funeral Home (1105 Broad Street, Durham, North Carolina 27705) Thursday from 7-9 PM. A graveside service will be held at 2 PM Mondayday at Highland Park Cemetery in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. There we will say our last goodbye and place him to rest next to his high school sweetheart, mom. 
"Dad's getting buried in his jeans, fishing shirt and Vietnam Veterans hat, just like he wanted. He will also has his masonic apron and a few other items that he asked for.
VET loved this country and was proud to have worn the uniform. Over the years, he never cared about political reasons or reteoric, it was always about our brothers in arms, hanging it out because their buddies needed them.
VET loved the internet community, he liked 'meeting' new people and he really enjoyed the friendships he made, it made our family bigger, the only thing that could tear him away was fishing and work.
My family thanks you for your sympathy in this time of loss, but I offer to you that the world just suffered a loss and most of the people don't even know it. My family ask that instead of sending flowers, help the others in our extended family who need comfort more. The soldiers and sailors who don't make the policy, but who do suffer the most. Make a donation, volunteer your time, but please do something to help our fellow veterans, and tell 'em VV_VET sent ya!
Dad was 61 years old. I know that I will miss his wisdom and guidance.
VV_VET, ET2 Richard Leland Childree, Sr., you stand relieved, I assume the watch.
Fair winds, following seas and all my love dad.
Richard (Jr.)
Please pass along our thanks for all the support.."
From the AA Beta Team:
I am deeply saddened to report the passing of a dear friend both of the beta program and of mine personally, as well as a man who served his country and inspired others with his dedication and honor. Richard Childree, "Vet" to everyone who played with him, passed away today, 23 June 2008. He was an original member of the America's Army beta program and was active despite the difficult last few years.
Please keep his family in your thoughts. He is survived by his children.
He will be missed and I personally, will never forget him.
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Message from CSM (1VB)BigDog |
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Saturday, 12 June 2004 |
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Message from CSM (1VB)BigDog
"The 1st Veteran's Battalion was born quickly following the release of America's Army in July 2002. We came together as a group of mature adults who wanted a mature, team-oriented playing environment. Shortly after inception, we decided on a military only organization which not only allowed for great gaming, but a great veteran's support organization and sense of community. What started as an idea was quickly formed into the largest and one of the most respected gaming units in the AAO community.
Today, the 1st Vets has nearly 300 members. We have several members who moderate the official forums, many Beta-Testers, and have been accepted as a premiere member of the Anti-Cheat Guild. Our goal is not only to enjoy this great game, but to influence the future development of AAO. If you see us in game, we are always willing to lend a hand to any players and will quickly demonstrate teamwork and professionalism to accomplish the mission."
The 1st Veterans Battalion has adopted the same guiding principles as the U.S. Army. We have based much of our philosophy, structure and training on these core principles.
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Welcome Home! Job Well Done! |
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Wednesday, 07 July 2004 |
WELCOME HOME, JOB WELL DONE!
The 1st Veteran's Battalion would like to thank the following (1VB) Members for there service Deployed and a
BIG WELCOME HOME, JOB WELL DONE!
Master Sgt. Judd Sweitzer, aka (1VB)BigDog
Iraqi Freedom Awards
Presidential Unit Citation
Bronze Star Medal
Bronze Star Medal (1OLC)
Purple Heart
Combat Action Badge
GWOTEM, GWOTSM, ICM, AFEM
Sweitzer, who served as the Intelligence Sergeant for 2BCT, 3ID(M) during the intial invasion. He was wounded by a missile that hit his unit, causing an explosion that killed five and injured several others. Sweitzer was unconscious for four days. After regaining consciousness, he returned to his unit before being sent stateside for complications resulting from his wounds. He redeployed to Iraq from Jan 04 - Dec 04 as the First Sergeant for a special mission company operating in Baghdad.
(1VB)k9king
June 98 - Feb 99, Operation Joint Guard
Camp Colt & Camp Mcgovern, Bosnia
Radar Air Traffic Services, Shift Leader
Okla Army National Guard
Jan 03 - Dec 03, Operation Enduring Freedom
Eagle Base, Tuzla, Bosnia
Radar Air Traffic Services, Shift Leader
Okla Army National Guard
Mar 04 - July 04, Operation Enduring Freedom
Eagle Base, Tuzla, Bosnia
Radar Air Traffic Services, Shift Leader, Facility Chief
Department Of Defense
Dec 04 - Nov 05, Operation Iraqi Freedom
FOB Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq
Radar Air Traffic Services, ATS Platoon SGT, Facility Chief
Okla Army National Guard
(1VB)M03
Initial Invasion OOPS Liberation of Iraq
January 03- July 03
Fallujah, Iraq
March 04- October 04
Purple Heart
Combat Meritorious Promoted to SGT
Bronze Star With –V- For Valor
Heroic achievement while serving as vehicle commander, anti-armor platoon, weapons company, 2nd battalion, 1st marines, regimental combat team one, 1st marine division, in support of operation iraqi freedom 2 on 15 August 2004. While conducting a mounted patrol outside of the city of Fallujah Iraq, sergeant M03's section received a report the a truck transporting ten iraqi police vehicles had been hijacked. Sergeant M03 section immediately launched to intercept the hijacked truck and caught sight of it attempting to enter a known enemy stronghold within Fallujah. As the patrol neared the hijacked truck Sergeant M03 ordered his vehicle to speed past the truck and block it's escape. When the enemy dismounted the hijacked truck with assault rifles, Sgt. M03 engaged and killed 2 insurgents before being engaged with heavy fire from two enemy positions several hundred meters away. Disregarding his own safety, Sgt. M03 mounted the hijacked truck and drove it through a hail of gunfire back to friendly lines. Sgt. M03's initiative, preseverance, and total dedication to duty reflected credit upon him and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United Stated Naval service. Richard F. Natonski, Major General, US Marine Corps.
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