November 3, 1966
First Redmond casualty
Cpl. Meeker dies of war injuries
Cpl. Timothy James Meeker, USMC, died Saturday, Oct. 29, at the U. S. Naval Hospital in Oakland, Cal., of injuries he received Sept. 1 in South Vietnam.
The 19-year-old corporal, who had been awarded the Purple Heart and Navy Commendation Medal, was the first Redmond serviceman to die since the war began.
Cpl. Meeker was cited "for meritorious service while serving with Company B, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, from 26 Dec., 1965, to 1 Sept., 1966, in connection with operations against insurgent communist (Viet Cong) forces in the Republic of Vietnam. Throughout his assignment... he demonstrated outstanding professional skill and initiative in the performance of his duties as a Fire Team Leader."
Meeker Commended
The commendation medal citation continued: "His resolute effort throughout, despite the inclement weather conditions, difficult terrain and constant threat of enemy fire, mines and booby traps served to inspire and motivate all with whom he served. By his exceptional military proficiency, bold determination and unfaltering dedication to duty throughout, he upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
The 1965 graduate of Redmond Union High School was authorized to wear the Combat "V." He had lost both legs and his left hand in a mine explosion near Da Nang. He was flown from Vietnam to Clark Air Force Base Hospital in the Philippines Sept. 7, where he remained until he was transferred Oct. 3, to the States.
Born in Klamath Falls
Born Dec. 21, 1946, in Klamath Falls, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Meeker of Route 1, Redmond. He was voted outstanding football lineman and was captain of the wrestling team while at RUHS. His mother is the former Barbara L. Shopshire.
Besides his parents, he is survived by three sisters, Janice, 14, Ann, 12 and Rae, 11, and two brothers, Ralph, 18, and Earl, 6.
Rev. D. L. Penhollow will officiate at the 2 p.m. services Thursday, Nov. 3, at Zacher Mortuary Chapel. Bill Penhollow will be soloist, with Mrs. Charles Houston as organist.
Cpl. Meeker, who enlisted in the Marine Corps in June, 1964, and was sent to Vietnam last November, will receive full military rites. His body was accompanied Tuesday on the plane from San Francisco by Marine Escort Sgt. Raymond Escovedo. Corpsmen will serve as pallbearers and provide the color guard.
Marine firing squad will fire a volley of three rounds at graveside services in Redmond Memorial Cemetery, after which the bugler will sound taps. Then the flag, which has covered the casket, will be folded and presented to the parents.
First Redmond casualty
Cpl. Meeker dies of war injuries
Cpl. Timothy James Meeker, USMC, died Saturday, Oct. 29, at the U. S. Naval Hospital in Oakland, Cal., of injuries he received Sept. 1 in South Vietnam.
The 19-year-old corporal, who had been awarded the Purple Heart and Navy Commendation Medal, was the first Redmond serviceman to die since the war began.
Cpl. Meeker was cited "for meritorious service while serving with Company B, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, from 26 Dec., 1965, to 1 Sept., 1966, in connection with operations against insurgent communist (Viet Cong) forces in the Republic of Vietnam. Throughout his assignment... he demonstrated outstanding professional skill and initiative in the performance of his duties as a Fire Team Leader."
Meeker Commended
The commendation medal citation continued: "His resolute effort throughout, despite the inclement weather conditions, difficult terrain and constant threat of enemy fire, mines and booby traps served to inspire and motivate all with whom he served. By his exceptional military proficiency, bold determination and unfaltering dedication to duty throughout, he upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
The 1965 graduate of Redmond Union High School was authorized to wear the Combat "V." He had lost both legs and his left hand in a mine explosion near Da Nang. He was flown from Vietnam to Clark Air Force Base Hospital in the Philippines Sept. 7, where he remained until he was transferred Oct. 3, to the States.
Born in Klamath Falls
Born Dec. 21, 1946, in Klamath Falls, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Meeker of Route 1, Redmond. He was voted outstanding football lineman and was captain of the wrestling team while at RUHS. His mother is the former Barbara L. Shopshire.
Besides his parents, he is survived by three sisters, Janice, 14, Ann, 12 and Rae, 11, and two brothers, Ralph, 18, and Earl, 6.
Rev. D. L. Penhollow will officiate at the 2 p.m. services Thursday, Nov. 3, at Zacher Mortuary Chapel. Bill Penhollow will be soloist, with Mrs. Charles Houston as organist.
Cpl. Meeker, who enlisted in the Marine Corps in June, 1964, and was sent to Vietnam last November, will receive full military rites. His body was accompanied Tuesday on the plane from San Francisco by Marine Escort Sgt. Raymond Escovedo. Corpsmen will serve as pallbearers and provide the color guard.
Marine firing squad will fire a volley of three rounds at graveside services in Redmond Memorial Cemetery, after which the bugler will sound taps. Then the flag, which has covered the casket, will be folded and presented to the parents.
November 3, 1966
First Redmond casualty
Cpl. Meeker dies of war injuries
Cpl. Timothy James Meeker, USMC, died Saturday, Oct. 29, at the U. S. Naval Hospital in Oakland, Cal., of injuries he received Sept. 1 in South Vietnam.
The 19-year-old corporal, who had been awarded the Purple Heart and Navy Commendation Medal, was the first Redmond serviceman to die since the war began.
Cpl. Meeker was cited "for meritorious service while serving with Company B, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, from 26 Dec., 1965, to 1 Sept., 1966, in connection with operations against insurgent communist (Viet Cong) forces in the Republic of Vietnam. Throughout his assignment... he demonstrated outstanding professional skill and initiative in the performance of his duties as a Fire Team Leader."
Meeker Commended
The commendation medal citation continued: "His resolute effort throughout, despite the inclement weather conditions, difficult terrain and constant threat of enemy fire, mines and booby traps served to inspire and motivate all with whom he served. By his exceptional military proficiency, bold determination and unfaltering dedication to duty throughout, he upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
The 1965 graduate of Redmond Union High School was authorized to wear the Combat "V." He had lost both legs and his left hand in a mine explosion near Da Nang. He was flown from Vietnam to Clark Air Force Base Hospital in the Philippines Sept. 7, where he remained until he was transferred Oct. 3, to the States.
Born in Klamath Falls
Born Dec. 21, 1946, in Klamath Falls, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Meeker of Route 1, Redmond. He was voted outstanding football lineman and was captain of the wrestling team while at RUHS. His mother is the former Barbara L. Shopshire.
Besides his parents, he is survived by three sisters, Janice, 14, Ann, 12 and Rae, 11, and two brothers, Ralph, 18, and Earl, 6.
Rev. D. L. Penhollow will officiate at the 2 p.m. services Thursday, Nov. 3, at Zacher Mortuary Chapel. Bill Penhollow will be soloist, with Mrs. Charles Houston as organist.
Cpl. Meeker, who enlisted in the Marine Corps in June, 1964, and was sent to Vietnam last November, will receive full military rites. His body was accompanied Tuesday on the plane from San Francisco by Marine Escort Sgt. Raymond Escovedo. Corpsmen will serve as pallbearers and provide the color guard.
Marine firing squad will fire a volley of three rounds at graveside services in Redmond Memorial Cemetery, after which the bugler will sound taps. Then the flag, which has covered the casket, will be folded and presented to the parents.
First Redmond casualty
Cpl. Meeker dies of war injuries
Cpl. Timothy James Meeker, USMC, died Saturday, Oct. 29, at the U. S. Naval Hospital in Oakland, Cal., of injuries he received Sept. 1 in South Vietnam.
The 19-year-old corporal, who had been awarded the Purple Heart and Navy Commendation Medal, was the first Redmond serviceman to die since the war began.
Cpl. Meeker was cited "for meritorious service while serving with Company B, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, from 26 Dec., 1965, to 1 Sept., 1966, in connection with operations against insurgent communist (Viet Cong) forces in the Republic of Vietnam. Throughout his assignment... he demonstrated outstanding professional skill and initiative in the performance of his duties as a Fire Team Leader."
Meeker Commended
The commendation medal citation continued: "His resolute effort throughout, despite the inclement weather conditions, difficult terrain and constant threat of enemy fire, mines and booby traps served to inspire and motivate all with whom he served. By his exceptional military proficiency, bold determination and unfaltering dedication to duty throughout, he upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
The 1965 graduate of Redmond Union High School was authorized to wear the Combat "V." He had lost both legs and his left hand in a mine explosion near Da Nang. He was flown from Vietnam to Clark Air Force Base Hospital in the Philippines Sept. 7, where he remained until he was transferred Oct. 3, to the States.
Born in Klamath Falls
Born Dec. 21, 1946, in Klamath Falls, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Meeker of Route 1, Redmond. He was voted outstanding football lineman and was captain of the wrestling team while at RUHS. His mother is the former Barbara L. Shopshire.
Besides his parents, he is survived by three sisters, Janice, 14, Ann, 12 and Rae, 11, and two brothers, Ralph, 18, and Earl, 6.
Rev. D. L. Penhollow will officiate at the 2 p.m. services Thursday, Nov. 3, at Zacher Mortuary Chapel. Bill Penhollow will be soloist, with Mrs. Charles Houston as organist.
Cpl. Meeker, who enlisted in the Marine Corps in June, 1964, and was sent to Vietnam last November, will receive full military rites. His body was accompanied Tuesday on the plane from San Francisco by Marine Escort Sgt. Raymond Escovedo. Corpsmen will serve as pallbearers and provide the color guard.
Marine firing squad will fire a volley of three rounds at graveside services in Redmond Memorial Cemetery, after which the bugler will sound taps. Then the flag, which has covered the casket, will be folded and presented to the parents.
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