13 Unclaimed Veterans to be buried with honors

Do you know them? Burial set for homeless veterans

Dallas

The 13 unclaimed veterans are identified as:

• Army Specialist Joseph David Dobson, 84
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• Army Private Ned Carlston King, 56
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• Army Specialist Dennis Wayne Moore, 63
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• Marine Private Edward Charles Gipson, 60
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• Marine Private Grant Wells, Jr., 63
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• Navy Veteran Glenn Allen Gatton, 65
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• Navy Ensign Patrick Michael Kelly, 62
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• Navy Veteran Daniel Ray McKinley, 46
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• Navy Veteran Michael Snyder, 58
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• Navy Veteran Elbert Louis Wilson, 79
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• Air Force Staff Sergeant William Brugemann Beeson, 86
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• Air Force Master Sergeant Bobby Ray Gleason, 71
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• Air Force Veteran Jerry G. Marshall, 81

Soldier and Veteran Took Turns Shooting Her PTSD Service Dog!

UPDATE
Sad end to grisly episode: Ex-soldier who killed dog is found dead


Bail increased for veteran, soldier accused in execution of veteran’s PTSD therapy dog
Fayetteville Observer
By Monica Vendituoli Staff writer
April 25, 2017

The couple next tied Cam to a tree, the warrant said. Cam sat down and turned away from Rollins right before she shot him in the head. She then shot him a few more times, according to court documents.

Marinna Rollins told her Facebook friends on April 17 that she found a new home for her PTSD therapy dog, Cam.

Instead, she and her boyfriend, soldier Jarren Heng, are accused of shooting Cam multiple times with a rifle execution-style. Authorities said they filmed the incident.

“They can be heard on the tape laughing and giggling as the dog was being killed,” Cumberland County District Attorney Clark Reaves said at the couple’s first court appearance on Tuesday. “It was a therapy dog.”

Rollins, 23, and Heng, 25, both of the 5600 block of East Netherland Drive, have each been charged with cruelty to animals and conspiracy, arrest documents said.

Heng was arrested Monday evening and Rollins was arrested Tuesday afternoon. Arrest documents said Rollins attempted to avoid apprehension by the Sheriff’s Office.
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Marine Sgt. Major Accused in Attack at Portland Resteraunt

This is a veteran of multiple deployments. He is also a veteran with valor and rank. Pretty much sums up how good the "resilience" training is working on our service members. The DOD will never get that it is the biggest part of the problem.

Marine with PTSD accused in attack at Portland Iraqi restaurant
KGW
Mike Benner and Michael Rollins and Mike Benner
April 25, 2017


PORTLAND, Ore. -- The suspect in an attack in a Portland Iraqi restaurant is an active duty Marine who has been diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder.

Sergeant Major XXXXXXX, 40, served two tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, according to a Marine Corps biography.

He told jailers of the PTSD diagnosis but did not specify a date. He is taking Ritalin and Propranolol.

XXXXXXXX was initially accused of harassment and second-degree disorderly conduct and intimidation. He was booked and released.

The charge of second-degree intimidation, a hate crime under Oregon law, has been dropped. However, Portland police told KGW that the case has been assigned to a bias crime detective. Police also said they are aware of XXXXXXX military status and that it would have no bearing on their investigation.

The owners of the DarSalam restaurant in Northeast Portland said one of their servers was the victim of a racially motivated attack Friday evening.

He earned the prestigious Sergeant Major rank in November of 2015. He now serves as the XXXXXXXX Marines Battalion Sergeant Major.

His awards include Bronze Star Medal with combat ‘V’ for valor, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal, the Combat Action Ribbon, and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with one gold stars in lieu of second award.
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Man Charged with Threatening Disabled Veteran and Throwing Fire Extinguisher at Him

NEW: Florida man allegedly throws fire extinguisher at disabled veteran
Palm Beach Post
Ryan DiPentima
April 25, 2017

Hagen allegedly threw the extinguisher at his neighbor -- striking him in the abdomen and thighs -- and allegedly threatened to “dump” him from his wheelchair, according to the Gainesville Sun.

A Florida man is accused of throwing a fire extinguisher at a disabled veteran.

James M. Hagen, of Gainesville, got into an argument with his neighbor, a disabled veteran in a wheelchair, on Monday. The argument allegedly stemmed from Hagan’s belongings blocking his neighbor’s access to a fire extinguisher, according to the Gainesville Sun.
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Navy Federal Credit Union to Cover Some Members in Case of Government Shutdown

Navy Federal to Cover Direct Deposit for Eligible Members Ahead of Possible Government Shutdown
Business Wire
April 24, 2017

VIENNA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Navy Federal Credit Union today announced plans for supporting its members should Congress be unable to come to an agreement on a continuing resolution and the government shuts down as of midnight, April 28. 

Beginning April 26, eligible members can opt in to a special program and receive coverage of their direct deposit of net pay should the government shut down.

“We’re always looking for the best way to serve our members”

"Covering pay for the people protecting our country is simply the right thing to do,” said Tynika Wilson, senior vice president of debit card and fund services at Navy Federal Credit Union. “They have important work to do. We’re happy to make their paycheck one less thing they have to worry about.”

Wilson stressed that eligible members can take action before the possible shutdown by registering for the program starting Wednesday, April 26 using Navy Federal Online or by calling 1-888-842-6328, or visiting a branch. The program is available to Active Duty military, Coast Guard and DoD civilian members who have an established direct deposit with Navy Federal.

Members affected by the shutdown who don’t meet the eligibility requirements should visit a branch or call 1-888-842-6328 to discuss their situation with a Member Service Representative.
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