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My good friend John was killed in a motorcycle accident this morning.
His wife Alice informed my wife that he was on his way to work when a car pulled out in front of him.
I will advise details as they become known.

 
Posted : 2010-06-16 15:25
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To Whom it may concern,

John N. Garcia Marine and Vietnam vet. 1969-1971 was killed today in a
motorcycle accident in Palm City, Fl.
Wanted the Pop-a-Smoke org. to know how proud he was of this organization!!.
John was a Crew Chrief at Sikosky Aircraft for 30+ yrs. and always
distinguished himself in quality work and leadership. After all he was a Marine.

 
Posted : 2010-06-16 19:03
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I first met John in HMM-261 at New River in 1968, prior to Vietnam. He was a real gentleman and a good Marine. I'll miss him.

 
Posted : 2010-06-16 23:38
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The wake will be on Sunday from 5-7pm at Forrest Hill Funeral Parlar in Palm City Fla. A mass will be on Monday at 10 am at the Holy Redeemer Church. Military funeral

 
Posted : 2010-06-17 20:07
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I am saddened by this loss. John and I met many times at veterans ceremonies here in Waterbury and at the Prospect VFW that he belonged to. When I first met him he was walking towards me and wearing a baseball cap with Combat Aircrew Wings on it. My first question was -- Are you a member of Popasmoke? He replied Yes and a friendship was born.

My prayers go out to his family as he has flown his last mission and RTB

Semper Fi My Brother

 
Posted : 2010-06-20 21:20
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