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Navy SEAL Ryan Job

Ryan was the SEAL who was critically wounded preceeding Marc Lee's death in Ramadi on 2 August 06. Ryan was shot in the face and he has completely lost his right eye and may very well lose his left. He is recovering at Bethesda Naval Medical Center in Maryland right now. I had the privilege of speaking with Ryan this afternoon on the phone, and I was struck by the courage and committment of this young man even at what must be his darkest hour.

Ryan was very grateful for Marc, "shooting for me," while his platoon tried to casevac him from the Ramadi rooftop where he was hit. Ryan was also grateful that an M1 tank put two 120mm rounds into the building from which he was shot. He told me that he takes great comfort in the fact that the terrorist who took his right eye won't be around to enjoy it, and I heartily agree with him. Though he certainly knows that he won't have the chance, he emphasized repeatedly to me that all he wanted to do was to get back into the fight with his platoonmates and that he'd gladly give his left eye for the opportunity.

I spoke with his mother and brother over beers at world famous McP's Irish Pub in Coronado, CA on Saturday. They had attended Marc Lee's memorial service. Ryan has a great family that love him, but like many of our hero's families, they don't have cash sitting around to spend on travel expenses and hotel rooms so they can visit their warriors during their recovery. I donated to the Naval Special Warfare Foundation so that these needs could be met. I'd encourage B5 readers to do the same if you are able.

I am trying to set up a fund for Ryan to get a Valour IT laptop which totals out at $800. I will put down the first $250, and I would ask that readers who feel led, would step up and put up the remaining $550.

I just wanted to report back to the B5 crew about the laptop drive for Navy SEAL Ryan Job at Bethesda. You may remember that Ryan was shot in the face in Ramadi on August 2nd and lost his right eye. His platoonmate, Marc Lee, provided the suppressing fire that allowed the platoon to medevac Ryan off of the roof where he was wounded. Marc's sacrifice of his life to allow Ryan a chance to survive earned him the Silver Star and his rightful place in the pantheon of fallen SEAL Team heroes.

I spoke to Ryan in the hospital last week and told him that I was going to try to raise money to get him a Valour-IT laptop-which we did here on B5 in EIGHT HOURS! I asked the Soldier's Angels rep to total up the donations received last week for Ryan and she just wrote me back to say that all told, we raised $2535! In addition to Ryan's laptop, three more wounded warriors will be getting one as well. I want to thank the B5 readers for their compassion and for actually putting their money where their heart is.

I also wanted to give a shout out to Beth, Lynette, Patty, and Adele from Soldier's Angels for their rapid response to my request for Ryan and for personally ensuring that Ryan received the computer last Saturday morning. Your efforts are appreciated. And I don't want to forget the man who started it all-Chuck Z- has been working behind the scenes to oversee the delivery. HOOYAH Chuck!

   Doc Riojas was one of the two qualified
                              SCUBA divers on the ship. School ran by CPO Bob Sheats at Escape

Bill Brumuller & Fred Miller

"Sparkie" is the SCUBA diver in the movie "JAWS." He remembered Doc Riojas from his
tour of duty as a student at UWSS Key West FL. back in the 60's. Sparks, a USNavy SEAL
and another of the Frog Family turned movie star. Good luck to you "Sparkie" and God Bless you!

----- Original Message -----
From: Ken & Melba Delfino
To: Doc Riojas
Sent: Monday, November 12, 2007 10:02 PM
Subject: Cupertino Veterans Memorial Dedication

Set III: Photo 1 SECNAV Winter and Hawaii team Photo 2: Sheriff Dept bagpiper in rear; Axelson's brother on right wearing blue tie Photo 3: Wreath from Gamewardens of Vietnam Association, Inc. (River Patrol Forces' Black Berets) Photo 5: Donna and Corky Axelson with team. They are in front of the SEAL depicted to be their son.

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Rich "Doc" Williams RIP with wife Tillie

Homer "Doc" Marshall, "Doc" Williams, Ted Kassa ST1

From: Franklin Anderson
To: thkassa30 [at] verizon.net
Sent: Monday, January 21, 2008 7:17 AM

Subject: Richard Williams (Doc)

I am sorry to inform you of the passing of one of SEALS outstanding (Vietnam era) Corpsman. DOC passed away at 1502 on 20 January. He was very active in the Teams and made several tours to Vietnam. He helped treat LTJG Hendrickson and Rusty Campbell when they were exposed to White Phosphorus and the Doctor was unfamiliar with the procedures. With Detachment Bravo he cared for the Teammates for many of the medical problems associated with the RSSZ. Saving Raymond Abreu's life when he checked on him in Vung Tau and found him in serious condition and immediately got him shipped back to the States. Abe-- had dysentery and had lost over 20 lbs.

Doc was a Jack of all Trades-and was actively involved in fabricating the "MIGHTY MOE"; he performed much of the welding when installing the armor plating--He and Roger Moscone worked well together to get Seals a boat that they could use in the rivers and waterways..

Doc is survived by his wife of 52 years and 3 Sons. 5 Grand Children and 4 Great Grand Children. Doc retired from the Navy after a very colorful career. He then went into law enforcement for 32 Years, 12 of which were as sheriff. The cause of death was congestive Heart Failure, which plagued him for an extended period of time. More information will be provided as it becomes available.. Ted Kassa is helping with the Military Services. If any of you have some stories or other information to contribute -please send it to Franklin Anderson or to Ted Kassa.

Maynard, Bruce and Frank - would you disseminate this info to your emailing list-- Thanks - Franklin

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I see a lot of beautiful women and quite a few UGLY men! They look like FROGs!

               William "Woody" Woodward's Photos

                                         Gunner "Woody" Woodward

             Gunner William "Woody" Woodward    and    Hoi

   Gunner William "Woody" Woodward


                   John Wilkin & Gunner "Woody" Woodward



                             "Woody"   &   Marcus "Doc" Luttrell

                         Gunny Carlos Hathcock. He died a year or so later. He had trained most of those guys in thispicture; along with a hell of a bunch of young SEALs.

Woody, newly licensed pilot @ Cubi Pt.