James Edward ColemanPrivate First ClassB CO, 1ST BN, 5TH INF RGT, 25 INF DIV Army of the United States 25 September 1947 - 26 May 1967 Kansas City, Missouri Panel 20E Line 111 |
 
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The database page for James Edward Coleman
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REMEMBEREDby his comrades in the5th Infantry
Placed by a fellow Bobcat, |
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I knew Jim only a short while. We were in basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. in October, 1966. Jim and I were from rival high schools and attended a party together as opposing sides if you will. The next day we wound up at the same induction center being drafted into the same branch of the military. Jim and I recognized each other and became immediate friends. Our parents took turns transporting us home when we were on leave. I read about Jim while I was in Saigon, and have kept in touch with his family ever since. His mother passed just this past December, 2006. I had just sent her photos of my daughter's wedding. Jim was the finest young man and epitomized the tremendous sacrifice our country gave. He had a lot to live for, he gave it to his country. God bless him and those who served and died with him. I will remember.
From a friend, |
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The point-of-contact for this memorial is a fellow Bobcat, Randy Kethcart randy@bobcat.ws |
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With all respect
Jim Schueckler, former CW2, US Army
Ken Davis, Commander, United States Navy (Ret)
Memorial first published on 15 Aug 2004
Last updated 08/01/2007