Darrell J. Ahrens
(Click the pictures for larger images.)
He's also in the squadron picture from early 1968.
E-mail: dahrens7@cox.net
Address: 281 S. Bandera Circle, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Phone: (623) 935-9041
Anthony Charles "Tony" Andrews
We don't have a vintage picture of Tony.
Current address: 10611 N Fleetwood Ct., Spokane, WA 99208-9465
Phone: 509 467-2500
Current address: 10611 N Fleetwood Ct., Spokane, WA 99208-9465
Phone: 509 467-2500
Spence M. "Sam" Armstrong
William "Augie" Augsburger
"Augie" Augsburger enjoying his pineapple after completing 100 missions.
Augie and his wife Phyllis have donated a plaque honoring the 34th TFS to the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery.
Current address: 2026 W Camelot Dr, Nampa, ID 83651
E-mail: wilmaug@yahoo.com
Donald S. Aunapu
We don't have a vintage picture of Don.
Current address: 419 Live Oak Ct NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122-1405
Phone: 505 856-2206
Email address: daunapu@comcast.net
Current address: 419 Live Oak Ct NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122-1405
Phone: 505 856-2206
Email address: daunapu@comcast.net
Donald O. Austin
Don Austin's ready for anything!
Don finishes his 100 and Squadron Commander Major George Clausen presents him with the pineapple.
Another shot of Don Austin with his 100 mission pineapple and George Clausen watching; July 13, 1967.
Don got to fly his own Mr. Blackbird for #100.
Current address: Rio Rancho, New Mexico
E-Mail: doagardyloo@hotmail.com
Joseph C. Austin - Deceased
34th Squadron Commander LtCol Joe Austin was killed in action on 19 March 1967. The POW Network has a few more details.
Joe Austin in December 1966 with the 13 TFS Wild Weasels.
Joe Austin hands 100 mission pineapple to Don Hankins. March 1967.
Joe Austin in December 1966 with the 13 TFS Wild Weasels.
Joe Austin hands 100 mission pineapple to Don Hankins. March 1967.
Earl F. Bancroft - Deceased
We don't have a vintage picture of Earl.
Earl Bancroft, born 20 April 1929, died in Houston, Texas, during April 1981.
Earl Bancroft, born 20 April 1929, died in Houston, Texas, during April 1981.
Almer L. "Buddy" Barner Jr. - Deceased
Almer "Buddy" Barner Jr. died April 22, 2008.
Colonel Flynn briefing Major Almer L. "Buddy" Barner, Jr.
Buddy Barner completes his 100 in March 1968.
Colonel Flynn briefing Major Almer L. "Buddy" Barner, Jr.
Buddy Barner completes his 100 in March 1968.
Jim Barr
We don't have a vintage picture of Jim, but he is shown in the early 1968 squadron picture.
Seymour R. "Sam" Bass - Deceased
We don't have a vintage picture of Sam, but he is shown in the early 1968 squadron picture.
Sam died on May 14, 1968, in a mid-air collision over Thailand.
Sam died on May 14, 1968, in a mid-air collision over Thailand.
Oral L. Bell
We don't have a vintage picture of O. L. (April 1968 - April 1969).
Current address: 6610 Montclair Lane, Madison, WI 53711
Email: obl@aol.com
Current address: 6610 Montclair Lane, Madison, WI 53711
Email: obl@aol.com
Eugene Paul Beresik - Deceased
Gene Beresik was killed in action on May 31, 1968. Some details of the mission are listed on the Western Massachusetts Vietnam Veterans Memorial page.
William Berkman
We don't have a vintage picture of William.
Douglas A. Beyer
Doug shortly after arrival in August 1967.
100 missions complete on March 13, 1968.
Current address: 605 Rolling Green Dr, Lakeway, TX 78734
E-mail: lcdab@sbcglobal.net
Charles E. Bishop
We don't have a vintage picture of Charles.
He retired as a Brigadier General and his official Air Force bio is here.
He retired as a Brigadier General and his official Air Force bio is here.
William M. Blakeslee - Deceased
We don't have a vintage picture of Bill, but he is shown in two of the squadron pictures: October 1967 & Sometime in 1968.
He completed his 100 missions in March 1968.
William Blakeslee died January 6, 2003, in Bellevue, NE at age 74.
He completed his 100 missions in March 1968.
William Blakeslee died January 6, 2003, in Bellevue, NE at age 74.
Kenneth T. Blank - Deceased
Kenneth Blank died in an F-111 accident on 18 January 1972.
Kenneth Blank's claim to fame came on August 18, 1966, when he shot down a MiG-17. In this picture he has just completed his 100th mission.
Ken in the 35th TFS just prior to deploying to Korat.
Kenneth Blank's claim to fame came on August 18, 1966, when he shot down a MiG-17. In this picture he has just completed his 100th mission.
Ken in the 35th TFS just prior to deploying to Korat.
Lawrence L. "Larry" Bogemann
Larry finished his 100 missions in September 1968 and is shown (left) with Ben Fuhrman (center) and Ivor Goodrich (right).
E-mail: lbogemann@earthlink.net
Current address: 2528 Lindair Drive, Springfield, OH 45502
E-mail: lbogemann@earthlink.net
Current address: 2528 Lindair Drive, Springfield, OH 45502
George A. Bogert
Jack Brooks
We don't have a vintage picture of Jack.
Glen Francis Bullock - Deceased
Glen F. Bullock died in an F-105 accident on 10 October 1966. A nice tribute to Glen on the Virtual Wall.
1stLt. Glen F. "Buzz" Bullock
1stLt. Glen F. "Buzz" Bullock
Leo F. Callahan
Al Fick, Dick Heyman, and Leo Callahan all complete their 100 missions on the same flight.
Leo's Current address: 353 Agecroft Ct, Hampton, VA 23669
E-mail: thudplt@cox.net
David C. Carter
David Carter wasn't always this serious; circa mid-1967.
Or maybe he really was!
Current address: 69 Runway LN, Temple, TX 76504
E-mail: dcarter11@sbcglobal.net
Gary G. Catren
Gary Catren finally took a hit on his last mission; February 1967.
Gary shares his 100 mission pineapple; wingman Dick Heyman at left.
Current address: 8305 East Sandstone Dr, Tucson, AZ 85750
E-mail: garycatren@comcast.net
William S. Chairsell - Deceased
William Chairsell died on November 27, 1994. His biography is on Air Force Link.
388th Tactical Fighter Wing Commander Colonel William Chairsell prior to his promotion.
388th Wing Commander BG Chairsell and 34th Operations Officer LtCol Carl McKenzie at the bar after both completed their 100 missions.
388th Tactical Fighter Wing Commander Colonel William Chairsell prior to his promotion.
388th Wing Commander BG Chairsell and 34th Operations Officer LtCol Carl McKenzie at the bar after both completed their 100 missions.
Nevin G. Christensen
We don't have a vintage picture of Nevin.
He completed 100 missions in June 1968.
He completed 100 missions in June 1968.
George G. Clausen
Bobby Martin and George Clausen heading out for a flight; mid-1967.
Current address: 24207-D Lomitas Dr., Woodlake, CA 93286
E-mail: georgec278@ATT.net
Vincent Colasuonno - Deceased
Major Vincent Colasuonno came to the 34th June 16, 1968. He was transferred to the 333rd TFS at Takhli where he was killed in action February 12, 1969.
Doug Roysdon, Tony Germann and Vince Colasuanno after helping Joe into and out of the pool.
The only other vintage picture we have of Vince is a tiny one on this web site.
Doug Roysdon, Tony Germann and Vince Colasuanno after helping Joe into and out of the pool.
The only other vintage picture we have of Vince is a tiny one on this web site.
Gary R. Confer
Gary looks good in his party suit.
On his 8th mission Gary took a hit and had to land at Udorn. Check pictures #39 & #40 on the Planes page.
Email address: gconfer@frontier.com
Sheldon Cooper
We don't have a vintage picture of Sheldon with the F-105, but here he is by his previous ride.
He is also shown in the March 1969 squadron picture.
He is also shown in the March 1969 squadron picture.
Robert M. Crane
(Click any picture for a larger image.)
Bob completes his 100 missions in January 1968.
The prized ride after 100 missions.
Bob goes into the pool with help - R to L Bob Smith, Vern Ellis, Ken Mays.
Bob completes his 100 missions in January 1968.
The prized ride after 100 missions.
Bob goes into the pool with help - R to L Bob Smith, Vern Ellis, Ken Mays.
Dana B. Cromack - Deceased
We don't have a vintage picture of Dana.
He completed 100 missions in December 1966.
He completed 100 missions in December 1966.
Jackie Crouch
We don't have a vintage picture of Jackie, but he is shown in a 100 mission swimming pool scene on the Pictures Page (picture #24).
Thomas H. Curtis - Deceased
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Tom is proud of his 100 missions.
Colonel Chairsell congratulates Tom upon completion of his 100 missions in October 1966.
Colonel (Retired) Thomas H. Curtis died on March 4, 2009.
Tom is proud of his 100 missions.
Colonel Chairsell congratulates Tom upon completion of his 100 missions in October 1966.
Colonel (Retired) Thomas H. Curtis died on March 4, 2009.
James E. Daniel Jr. - Deceased
We don't have a vintage picture of James, but he is shown in the October 1967 squadron group picture.
He died on January 15, 1995 at the age of 75.
He died on January 15, 1995 at the age of 75.
Jim Daniels
We don't have a vintage picture of Jim.
He flew in 1969.
He flew in 1969.
Hugh W. Davis
Hugh completed 100 missions on January 16, 1968.
(Click either photo for a larger image.)
Nailing his name plate to the wing 100 mission board.
Current address: 1169 Bordeaux Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80526
Email: hwdavisret@comcast.net
David C. Dickson Jr. - Deceased
We don't have a vintage picture of David, however he is shown in the October 1967 squadron picture.
David completed his 100 missions in March 1968.
He died of a massive heart attack (actually in the hospital doorway) on 13 July 1994.
David completed his 100 missions in March 1968.
He died of a massive heart attack (actually in the hospital doorway) on 13 July 1994.
David Thomas Dinan - Deceased
We don't have a vintage picture of David.
David was killed in action on March 17, 1969.
David was killed in action on March 17, 1969.
Nick Donelson
Nick Donelson by the squadron sign, 1967.
Nick Donelson completes his 100 missions and awards the crew chief, 1967.
By the hootch.
E-Mail: ndonelson@msn.com
Paul P. Douglas, Jr. - Deceased
We don't have a vintage picture of Colonel Douglas who was the 388th TFW commander and assigned to the 34th TFS for flying.
Brigadier General Paul P. Douglas, Jr. died Thursday, 26 December 2002 in Killeen, TX.
Brigadier General Paul P. Douglas, Jr. died Thursday, 26 December 2002 in Killeen, TX.
Rex L. Dull
Rex ready for action in 1966.
Address: 2033 Everly Loop, Camdenton, MO 65020-4818
Phone: 573 374-1912
Email address: thudriver@gmail.com
Gary G. Durkee - Deceased
Gary Durkee died from lung cancer on 1 October 1993.
Monty Pharmer, with the scarf, and Gary Durkee after finishing their 100 missions.
Gary receives his plaque in August 1968.
Monty Pharmer, with the scarf, and Gary Durkee after finishing their 100 missions.
Gary receives his plaque in August 1968.
Ralph E. Durnbaugh
We don't have a vintage picture of Ralph (April 1968 - April 1969).
Current address: 120 Turkey Run, Meadowlakes, TX 78654
E-mail: Ralph@durnbaugh.com
Current address: 120 Turkey Run, Meadowlakes, TX 78654
E-mail: Ralph@durnbaugh.com
Arthur Duston
We don't have a vintage picture of Arthur.
Rufus Dye Jr.
(Click for a larger image.)
Rufus completed his 100 missions in July 1968 and received the customary dunking.
And he's happy to buy drinks after finishing.
Current address: 1900 Greenbrook Pkwy, Austin, TX 78723
E-mail: rufusdye@aol.com
William C. "Bill" Eagle
Bill Eagle and Rod Giffin on R&R in Japan; early 1967.
E-mail: wce23954@aol.com
Current address: 302 Madrid Dr, Universal City, TX 78148
Billy J. Ellis
Vernon D. Ellis
(Click any picture for a larger image.)
Vern completed his 100 missions in February 1968.
Now for a trip to the O Club for a real celebration!
He is also shown in the October 1967 squadron picture.
Email: thudplt@aol.com
Vern completed his 100 missions in February 1968.
Now for a trip to the O Club for a real celebration!
He is also shown in the October 1967 squadron picture.
Email: thudplt@aol.com
Olin K. (Ken) Everett
"A" flight in early 1968. L to R: Dave Igelman, Rog Ingvalson, Ken Everett, Monty Pharmer & Gary Durkee.
The only other vintage picture we have of Ken is this group shot from early 1968 (third photo).
Email: okeverett@earthlink.net
Clyde L. Falls Jr. - Deceased
Clyde is also pictured on the October 1967 squadron picture.
Clyde finished his 100 missions in March 1968.
After his Korat tour Clyde was assigned to the F-106 at McChord AFB, Washington, and was killed in an aircraft crash on April 22, 1969.
Alan J. Fick
Al Fick, Dick Heyman, and Leo Callahan all finish their 100 missions on the same flight. March 1967.
E-mail: altows@aol.com
Current address: 5150 Picket Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Richard P. "Dick" Fitzgerald - Deceased
Dick Fitzgerald with his 100 mission pineapple. August 1966.
John P. Flynn - Deceased
Colonel Flynn was the 388th TFW Vice Commander and attached to the 34th. He flew several missions before being shot down on October 27, 1967, and captured (see the Honor Roll).
Colonel Flynn briefing Major "Buddy" Barner.
He's also shown in the October 1967 squadron picture.
Lieutenant General Flynn retired 30 September 1978 and died at age 74 of Alzheimer's disease on 5 March 1997 in San Antonio, Texas.
Colonel Flynn briefing Major "Buddy" Barner.
He's also shown in the October 1967 squadron picture.
Lieutenant General Flynn retired 30 September 1978 and died at age 74 of Alzheimer's disease on 5 March 1997 in San Antonio, Texas.
David W. Forgan
David was in the 34th TFS as a Ryan's Raiders pilot and is shown here in the back seat with Nick Donelson.
David's biography is on The Official Air Force web site.
General Forgan's wife, Shirley, has written a good book on her life with Dave: "Earning My Wings. Adventures of an Air Force Wife".
Email address: dforgan@sbcglobal.net
David's biography is on The Official Air Force web site.
General Forgan's wife, Shirley, has written a good book on her life with Dave: "Earning My Wings. Adventures of an Air Force Wife".
Email address: dforgan@sbcglobal.net
Clarence Edward Fox
Ed Fox on R&R in Bangkok, 1966.
Donald F. Fryauf - Deceased
We don't have a vintage photo of Don (January 1967-August 1967), but he is shown in the May 1967 squadron picture.
Donald Frank Fryauf, 83, died on November 21, 2011, near his home in Davenport, Florida.
Donald Frank Fryauf, 83, died on November 21, 2011, near his home in Davenport, Florida.
Benjamin J. Fuhrman
Ben finished his 100 missions in September 1968 and is shown (center) with Larry Bogemann and Ivor Goodrich.
It is time for drinks at the bar to celebrate the completion of 100 missions.
Current address: 3757 Paseo Del Sol, Mesa, AZ 85207
Email: benandjanelle@hotmail.com
Phone: 480-654-0041
