Memorial Tributes
VFU is a 100% volunteer organization dedicated to honoring our veterans and families and providing them with compassionate resources for healing. In Oct. 2011, the VFU Board voted to designate 100% of all Memorial Funds to assist vets/military and families with small one-time emergency transportation needs. Veterans in need of this assistance, may send an email request by clicking here. Also, scroll down to “Veterans Transportation Assistance ” for the specifics and/or instructions on Pay Pal donations.
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We honor the following VETERANS
for which a financial contribution to VFU has been made:
Adrangna, Mike (2010)
In memory of Mike Adrangna (1-11-10) from Gerald and Laurie Plummer.
In honor of William Bachman, Louisville, KY a Vietnam Veteran whose caring and help has touched many lives.
In honor of Bert Bank, one of America’s finest Veterans and Patriots.
In Honor of the memory of William H. Bledsoe, Louisville KY, a US Navy Veteran.
In memory/honor of Ranger Major Thomas G. Bostick, Jr.
Col Robert Wayne Bradfield, Army from Boise, ID.
In memory of SGT Casey T. Briggs, a true example of the Army values. He will always be remembered for both his honorable service, and what a great person he was.
In Memory of Commander Benjamin Harris Butler.
Grayford served his country as a member of the US Navy in the Korean War on the USS Brinkley Bass. He extended his personal knowledge of service, being a veteran, and returning to civilian life by ministering to his grandson Joe as he struggled with the damaging and painful impacts of post-combat shock. But he didn’t stop there. This embracing outreach of comfort and resources extended to all veterans through his investment in Veterans Families United as a founding Board Member. He had a true heart of service and will be deeply missed.
In Memory of Delmer Dean, Oklahoma City, OK, US Marine Corp WWII Veteran, a man of great dignity and integrity and my hero (May, 2010).
In memory of Joe Diaz who served in the US Navy and was a gunners mate third class and fought in the Normandy Invasion in WWII. He was loved by his family and had many friends, many of whom sent memorial tributes on his behalf. Joe was a true patriot and family man and will be missed by all who knew him.
In loving memory of our dear brother, Charles R. Dusold, an Air Force Veteran, who was a joy and inspiration to all of us who loved him. He loved his country and had a special place in his heart for those who have served, and are currently serving our country.
Loren Eugene Eller, US Navy from Bellevue, WA.
In loving memory of Mr. Thomas R. Hall III, Staff Army Sergeant on behalf of Creative Benefits, Inc., Newtown Square, PA.
In memory of Sgt. Brandon Harris for his service to our country in Iraq and for the legacy he left through his loving family who continue to serve veterans as a life long tribute to him.
In memory of Hollis, David.
In Memory of Major William Philip Keselmeyer.
In Memory of Norris Larry (Tiny) Lee 2-24-26 to 5-26-11, buried with Military Honors, Ft. Riley Cementary, Ft. Riley, KS.
In memory of John Melott and to encourage family members to look for the warning signs of depression and PTSD and to intervene as much as they can.
In Memory of LTC Francis M. O’Kelly, M.D. (2010).
In loving memory of Larilane Payne, Military One Source Coordinator for Central Oklahoma. Larilane was formerly in the military and used her knowledge and her heart of service to go far above and beyond the call of duty. She was an inspiration and gift to all who were blessed to cross her path.
In Loving Memory of Bill Perkey, Royal Oak, MI: An Air Force Veteran.
In loving memory of Edward O. Rockwell, Sr. (Plum, Pa) whose life was an example of kindness, integrity, honor and selfless service.
In Loving Memory of Mr. Karl R. Sandmann, Wilmington, MA whose family, friends and community (Maine, Massachusetts) sent an outpouring of donations in his honor; a testament of Mr. Sandmann’s impact on the lives of others and his desire to carry that forward to veterans and their families.
In memory of Josh Stern who died on Oct. 15, 2010 a soldier who had just returned from his second tour of duty in Iraq and in deep awareness that casualties of war are often invisible.
On October 10, 2010, Chuck Sullivan, an Air Force veteran, passed away at the age of 77. He served our great nation from 1951 to 1959. Mr. Sullivan not only loved his country, but he had a special place in his heart for those who have served and are currently serving in our military. Mr. Sullivan was blessed with 55 years of marriage to his wife, and he was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. His family sincerely appreciates the many people who donated to Veterans’ Families United Foundation in his honor and memory.
In Memory of Nils A Thornberg Jr, Airforce. A loving husband, father, pa, and much more.
In memory of Col. Thomas Walsh, a WWII, Korea and Vietnam Veteran. Tom was an inspiration to so many people. He served his country with distinction and those who knew him felt blessed and proud as he left the world a much better place.
In Memory of Russell Wolfe and his passion to serve veterans – a quiet hero.
In memory of TSgt. Robert R. Woodyard, USAF and in honor of his daughter and her lifetime commitment to hope and healing, Cathy Woodyard Bray.
Veterans Transportation Assistance Information Sheet:
If you would like to donate on behalf of a veteran/loved one, you may make the donation on Pay Pal by clicking on the Pay Pal button on this page, or you may mail your donation to our P.O. Box also listed on this link.
Pay Pal Donation Instructions:
1. Click on the Pay Pal Button to make your transaction.
2. Return to this page and tell us the name and any special information you would like added to the tribute by clicking here (contact us-general comments).
3. You will be sent a receipt and the family will be notified of your tribute.
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Veterans’ Families United Foundation P.O. Box 14355 Oklahoma City, OK 73113 |
Employer Matching Donations
Many companies have programs that permit employees to donate to charities of their choice, and for the company to match the employees’ contribution. Please check with your employer to see if there is a matching gift program for employees. Normally, employees provide proof to their employer of their contribution, and the company contacts Veterans’ Families United Foundation by clicking here and requesting that we complete a matching gift form they provide.
We honor the following
FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF Veterans
for which a financial contribution to VFU has been made:
Cagney, Maggie
In gratitude for Maggie’s work to create a magazine for military veterans and their families.
Ferguson, Dr. Nelda (Dec. 6, 2011)
In memory of Dr. Nelda Ferguson, Clinical Psychologist and founding Advisory Board Member for Veterans’ Families United Foundation. Dr. Ferguson was married to a WWII service member who was KIA. She devoted her life to serving others. She worked until the last week of her life (at age 86) donating counseling services at her church. She truly is an example of the “gentle art of a servant’s heart”.
Loveland, Lesa (March 31, 2012)
In memory of Lesa and her family who loved her.
Pattee, Margaret R. Strabala Stockley (Oct., 2011)
Margaret was the wife of a WWII Merchant Marine and many of her family and friends proudly served our country. Margaret’s family wanted to thank our military and families for the sacrifices they are making everyday in helping to protect our country and in making the world a better place to live.