HEAD'S UP: KSWG member needs your prayers

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ColonelJack

#40
October 16, 2009, 04:29:24 PM
While I never had the pleasure of knowing Lt. Col. Aye, I do want to express my deepest condolences to his family and to the Kansas Wing.  Col. Aye sounds like the kind of man I'd have loved to know, and would have called friend.

Jack
Jack Bagley, Ed. D.
Lt. Col., CAP (now inactive)
Gill Robb Wilson Award No. 1366, 29 Nov 1991
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Honorary Admiral, Navy of the Republic of Molossia

JonSawyer

#41
October 17, 2009, 01:13:51 AM
I'll miss visiting with Phil on my trips to KS, had the pleasure of being in the same class with him at Hawk and was at Bragg in 89 and remember the accident, he was a survivor an a fighter he'll be missed my a great many.

Johnny Yuma

#42
October 17, 2009, 03:09:31 AM
It's 2132, I'm back home for the night.

The services were emotionally draining for everyone involved and a perfect tribute to Phil. The church seats 300 and at least 40 folks were standing in back and the sides. There were members present from as far away as Pennsylvania Wing and representatives from the U.S. Army, Air Force and Navy (Phil's father is retired USN) as well as NHQ, CAP-USAF and the KSARNG. Those present who were attendees of NBB were allowed to wear their berets to the services and many in civilian attire wore their St. Alban's crosses and the NRA marksmanship badges earned under Phil's training and guidance. CAP Talk members rfranz, Nathan, Billford1, dustoff and yours truly were present as well.

The services were officiated by a long time friend of Phil's: a former CAP cadet from the Emporia unit in World War 2 turned US Army Intel officer whom upon retirement entered the clergy. Among the speakers were Col. Kuddes (NCR/CC) who spoke about Phil's selfless service to CAP. Next, Sergeant Major Mark Lahan, a former CAP cadet and is now a CAP Captain, spoke of Phil's service in the U.S. Army. Mark and Phil served in Battalion recon platoons in different Infantry regiments in the 82 ABN at the same time. Lastly, a lifelong friend of Phil's spoke of his memories of Phil and his family. A video montage was also shown of Phil's times in the Army, CAP, his wedding day and friends. It got very emotional for everyone there.

The funeral procession was escorted to the cemetary by members of the Patriot Guard Riders who also formed a flag line and set up U.S. flags along all the side walks at the Church. Osage County Sheriff's officers and officers from the Burlingame Police Department (one of which a former cadet) both provided traffic control. Graveside services were rendered and military honors provided by the 1st Infantry Division's ceremonial platoon out of Fort Riley, Kansas.

Members of the KSWG Honor guard, a joint detail consisting of cadets from KSWG HQ, KS-057 and KS077 did an outstanding job of keeping vigil during the services and posting/retiring the colors as well as serving as Col. Aye's escort through the services. Special thanks go out to KS034 for providing shuttle services for the members who arrived by air, ferrying them from the Osage City airport to Burlingame and back, a 20 mile round trip. Members of KS123 also assisted by keeping radio watch for anyone needing talk-in to the services. You guys know who you are and have my personal thanks.

"And Saint Attila raised the Holy Hand Grenade up on high saying, "Oh Lord, Bless us this Holy Hand Grenade, and with it smash our enemies to tiny bits. And the Lord did grin, and the people did feast upon the lambs, and stoats, and orangutans, and breakfast cereals, and lima bean-"

" Skip a bit, brother."

"And then the Lord spake, saying: "First, shalt thou take out the holy pin. Then shalt thou count to three. No more, no less. "Three" shall be the number of the counting, and the number of the counting shall be three. "Four" shalt thou not count, and neither count thou two, execpting that thou then goest on to three. Five is RIGHT OUT. Once the number three, being the third number be reached, then lobbest thou thy Holy Hand Grenade to-wards thy foe, who, being naughty in my sight, shall snuffit. Amen."

Armaments Chapter One, verses nine through twenty-seven:

Nathan

#43
October 17, 2009, 03:17:07 AM
It was a good service. If anyone didn't recognize me, I think I was the only SM not in a service coat, due to me not having ordered the silver nameplate after turning senior.

I wish I had had more time to walk around and meet everyone, but I have a busy weekend ahead. Regardless, I'm glad I was able to take the time to go, and for those of you whom I did say hello to, it was good to meet you/see you again.
Nathan Scalia

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billford1

#44
October 17, 2009, 02:12:43 PM
It really pleased me to see the turnout of so many who showed up for such a moving goodbye to our friend and Leader who has gone to be with God. Thanks to the motorcycle Patriot Honor Guard, to the Military Honor Guard and all who were there. Phil's Legacy will live with us as we serve. Before yesterday I never knew what an impact Phil had on so many. I will always recall this time for this unique leader and his life that has touched so many.

Nathan

#45
October 17, 2009, 03:43:59 PM
I am VERY glad that Fred Phelp's group was otherwise occupied. Being so close to their HQ made me a little bit nervous, especially since Lt Col Aye apparently was a Patriot Guard rider.

Luckily for us, they are apparently busy protesting a high school putting on a theatrical run of "Rent."
Nathan Scalia

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SDF_Specialist

#46
October 17, 2009, 06:22:10 PM
It sounds as though it was a lovely service, and one fitting for the Major. I hope that all who he touched learned something from him, and will apply it throughout their life.
SDF_Specialist

Johnny Yuma

#47
October 18, 2009, 03:13:03 AM
Quote from: Nathan on October 17, 2009, 03:43:59 PM
I am VERY glad that Fred Phelp's group was otherwise occupied. Being so close to their HQ made me a little bit nervous, especially since Lt Col Aye apparently was a Patriot Guard rider.

Luckily for us, they are apparently busy protesting a high school putting on a theatrical run of "Rent."

The Phelpses normally don't do veteran's funerals. They like the funerals of the war dead because they can maximize their painful effects on more people and possibly score face time on a news broadcast. In short, Phil's funeral didn't qualify (Thank God!!!)

The PGR rides for all veterans' funerals when requested whether or not the Cult is going to be present.
"And Saint Attila raised the Holy Hand Grenade up on high saying, "Oh Lord, Bless us this Holy Hand Grenade, and with it smash our enemies to tiny bits. And the Lord did grin, and the people did feast upon the lambs, and stoats, and orangutans, and breakfast cereals, and lima bean-"

" Skip a bit, brother."

"And then the Lord spake, saying: "First, shalt thou take out the holy pin. Then shalt thou count to three. No more, no less. "Three" shall be the number of the counting, and the number of the counting shall be three. "Four" shalt thou not count, and neither count thou two, execpting that thou then goest on to three. Five is RIGHT OUT. Once the number three, being the third number be reached, then lobbest thou thy Holy Hand Grenade to-wards thy foe, who, being naughty in my sight, shall snuffit. Amen."

Armaments Chapter One, verses nine through twenty-seven:

C/MSgt Lunsford

#48
October 19, 2009, 11:44:10 AM
I'm in grief to hear that a Great Member of Civil Air Patrol has passed away. I never knew of Lt. Colonel Aye but I'm sure he was a great guy. His Family will be in my prayer during this time of sorrow and grieving. 

Wright Brothers #13915

Johnny Yuma

#49
October 20, 2009, 12:41:26 AM Last Edit: October 20, 2009, 12:46:42 AM by Johnny Yuma
Quote from: Lunsford on October 19, 2009, 11:44:10 AM
I'm in grief to hear that a Great Member of Civil Air Patrol has passed away. I never knew of Lt. Colonel Aye but I'm sure he was a great guy. His Family will be in my prayer during this time of sorrow and grieving.

Please keep the members of his squadron, NCR-KS-077, in your thoughts and prayers as well. Many of the junior officers are former cadets and have been hit pretty hard by his loss.

I just found out today that one of the members of the Ft. Riley detail is a former CAP cadet who is now a serving US Army PFC. Karma...
"And Saint Attila raised the Holy Hand Grenade up on high saying, "Oh Lord, Bless us this Holy Hand Grenade, and with it smash our enemies to tiny bits. And the Lord did grin, and the people did feast upon the lambs, and stoats, and orangutans, and breakfast cereals, and lima bean-"

" Skip a bit, brother."

"And then the Lord spake, saying: "First, shalt thou take out the holy pin. Then shalt thou count to three. No more, no less. "Three" shall be the number of the counting, and the number of the counting shall be three. "Four" shalt thou not count, and neither count thou two, execpting that thou then goest on to three. Five is RIGHT OUT. Once the number three, being the third number be reached, then lobbest thou thy Holy Hand Grenade to-wards thy foe, who, being naughty in my sight, shall snuffit. Amen."

Armaments Chapter One, verses nine through twenty-seven:

C/MSgt Lunsford

#50
October 20, 2009, 01:48:06 AM
Quote from: Johnny Yuma on October 20, 2009, 12:41:26 AM
Quote from: Lunsford on October 19, 2009, 11:44:10 AM
I'm in grief to hear that a Great Member of Civil Air Patrol has passed away. I never knew of Lt. Colonel Aye but I'm sure he was a great guy. His Family will be in my prayer during this time of sorrow and grieving.

Please keep the members of his squadron, NCR-KS-077, in your thoughts and prayers as well. Many of the junior officers are former cadets and have been hit pretty hard by his loss.

I just found out today that one of the members of the Ft. Riley detail is a former CAP cadet who is now a serving US Army PFC. Karma...
Will do! I will bring it up during my Church's Weekly Youth Prayer Night.

Wright Brothers #13915
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