Stump Joseph
(3 SEP 1932, 1 AUG 2001)
Stump Joseph Eulogies
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Buddy Roberts, Ed Trobaugh, Nancy Joseph (Austin Mini APR 2008)
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Ofelia Vanden Bosch, Vanden Bosch, Wheeler getting a beer, Katherine Jeter
Nancy Joseph, Jeter Jan Kennebeck, Kennebeck. (JUL 2003)
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| Row 8: Auer, McNair, Street, Wix, Row 7: Horst, Paul Parks, ?, Dugan, Grubbs, Domeck, Bliss, Row 6: Howie Stone, Newton, Booras, Strom, McDonald, Row 5: Fikaris, Schick, Gallup, Cardillo, Wheeler, Masson, Row 4: Katenbrink, Spellman, Joseph, ?, Schlotter, Row 3: Bergen, Fralen, ?, Andrews, Dunaway, Bob Johnson, Jim Ryan, Row 2: Bean, Strati, Soper, Jeter, Wiegand, Lenio, Price, Row 1: Prater, Thorsen, Meisenheimer, Reid, Zaborowski, Feagin, Joe Franklin |
(15th Reunion 1970)
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Ft. Benning Jump Class (Row, #)
Coyle (1-2), Meekison (1-7), C. Johnson (1-8), Nidever (2-5), Cardillo (2-6), Wilkinson (2-9)
, Bergen (2-10), Sietman (3-4), Landers (3-8), Tebodo (4-3), Grubbs (4-8), Strati (5-1)
, Hadly (5-4), McIlroy (5-5), Strom (5-7), Kinzer (5-9), Joseph (5-10), Nieves (6-1)
, H. Stone (6-6), Holbrook (6-8), Wells (6-9), Hollensbe (7-4), Whittaker (7-5)
, Martling (9-1), T. McCarthy (9-2), Macdonald (9-3), Devereaux (9-4), Meetze (10-9) (JAN 1956)
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A - 2
1st Row: Vincent, Joseph, Stevenson, Fikaris, Prater, Stemle
2nd Row: Freed, Adams, West, Jim Miller, Mason, Jellison
3rd Row: Auger (CO), Spaulding, Reid, Lucas, Rupp, Weissenborn
4th Row: Dax, Senger, Camp, Schauer
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Stump, You were always the leader, the motivator, the consumate competitor, the one to keep things resolutely rolling toward the objective. The 1960)-61 Fort Benning advance course was the last time we served (and housed) together, but you and Nancy have been recalled so often in warm memories ever since. As everyone who ran the same trails with you, I will miss you greatly until our next rendezvous not far from Fidler's Green. Til then, good friend, thanks for a lifetime of inspiration. Will August 1, 2001) Bob was a friend and we shared three years in A-2. I do not think I would have made it without his cheerful approach to Cadet life and encouragement during the trials and tribulations of academics. He was always there for me and I will miss him more than I can say. I will be looking for him when I too join the long grey line when my time on earth is done. My regards to his family, I share threir profound loss. Jim Jim Miller August 1, 2001) Although our paths parted after airborne training, you were always fondly remembered for your famous jump that justified your nick name. Now you are bigger than life in our hearts. "...Be thou at peace." Bill Axup August 1, 2001) Col. Robert Emmett Joseph, Jr., USA, Ret., after a varied and distinguished career, passed away as the result of leukemia on August 1, 2001) in San Antonio, TX. He was born on September 3 (1932) in Richmond, VA and was graduated from West Point United States Military Academy in 1955) with a B.S. in General Engineering. After attending Infantry Basic Course, the Airborne Course and the Ranger Course, Col. Joseph was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg. In 1957), he joined the 3rd Infantry Div. at Ft. Benning, GA, which gyroscoped to Germany. In Germany, he was assigned to the 2nd Battle Group, 4th Inf., 3rd Inf. Div for two years as a company commander. Col. Joseph returned to Ft. Benning for the Infantry Career Course and in 1961), was assigned to Clemson University, SC, on ROTC duty. In 1964), Col. Joseph studied Thai at the Defense Language Institute, Monterey, CA, followed by a one-year assignment to Thailand as an advisor to the Thai 5th Regimental Combat Team. From Thailand, he was selected to attend the Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavenworth, KS. Upon graduation, he was assigned to the Republic of Vietnam, where he served as Exec. Officer to the 2nd Bn., 60th Infantry. In 1968), Col. Joseph returned from Vietnam and was assigned to the Office of the Chief of Research and Development at the Pentagon for 2 years, followed by assignment to American University where he received his M.A. degree in South and Southeast Asia and Thai Language. Upon graduation in 1971), he was assigned to Ft. Hood, TX, where he assumed command of the 1st/8th Cavalry Div. (TRICAP). In 1973), he received orders to the Army War College in Carlisle Barracks, PA, followed by assignment to Korea as G-3 of the 2nd Inf. Div. Upon completion of this tour, he was assigned to West Point as a member of the Office of Military Instruction and later as Regimental Commander. In 1977), he attended the State Department Thai Course, followed by assignment to Thailand as the Army Attachi until his 1980)-1982 Deputy Post Commander assignment at Ft. Leavenworth, KS. From 1982) until military retirement in 1984), he served as the Chief of Readiness and Mobilization Group at Ft. Sam Houston, TX. Upon military retirement, he became Commandant at San Antonio Academy until 1996), when he fully retired. His military awards include the Silver Star, the Bronze Star with Valor (2nd oak leaf cluster), the Legion of Merit, the Meritorious Service Medal (2nd oak leaf cluster), the Army Commendation Medal (2nd oak leaf cluster), the Vietnam Service Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, 2 Air Medals and the Combat Infantry Badge. Col. Joseph is survived by his wife, Nancy Cowan Joseph, of San Antonio; his daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and John Abshier, of New Braunfels, TX; his son, Robert E. Joseph III, of Spring, TX; his grandchildren, Brian and Melissa, of New Braunfels, TX; and his sister and brother-in-law, Barbara Joseph and Mort Mumma III, of Fredericksburg, VA. Funeral Home August 1, 2001) Stump,My Friend, Seems like just yesterday we enjoyed a delightful lunch on The River Walk remembering many days long past--The Tip Top Tap in 1954) on to things later in life. Now you have gone on before us once again leading the way. Save a place for us! Be at peace! Well Done! Paul Paul Parks August 1, 2001) I got to know Stump pretty well as a cadet but our paths never crossed during our army years. I always will remember Stump as a 'fireball' who went after things full bore at 110%. Stump was proud as hell of his A-2 Runt Company and woe be it to any Flanker, no matter how big, who didn't show the proper respect when in Stump's A-2 Area. Well done Stump, now rest in peace with the Lord. Willy Bill Welter August 1, 2001) We were on one of our summer trips visiting army bases and a group of us were all excited about being airborne soldiers. After a night of carousing we returned to the old wooden barracks and decided to have a night jump. Stump was the stick leader and he opened the second floor window and exited the barracks followed by a number of others. Then we decided we should have a "heavy" drop and got some kind of vending machine and were trying to throw it out the window when we were interrupted by a tac, OD or other official. The "heavy" drop failed and it was probably the only time in Stump's career the a mission went unaccomplished. The Greek God, as he was sometimes called, was one of our finest. Rex Perkins August 2, 2001) Bob was my "wife" in Beast Barracks. He tried to clue us in on a few things that wouldn't incur the wrath of the Firsties. He was semi-successful and a true friendship was formed. We went to different Runt Companies but still had good times together on infrequent meetings. He'll be missed at the Runt Reunion, but will incur many toasts. I'm sure he'll save some slots for us for the future. Tom Turner August 2, 2001) Maybe someday there will be another pep rally for us and we can all be there with you. Al Parker August 2, 2001) I was Stump's roomie in A-2, but since I went Air Force, our professional paths never crossed, not even in Vietnam. Numerous times when I experienced difficulties in certain academics, he was always eager to help and encourage me. Barbara and I will continue to keep Nancy and Stump's family in our daily prayers during this very difficult time. Ron Weissenborn August 2, 2001) Stump (MAY you know that 'peace that passes all our human understanding' and rest in that peace. Walt McCrillis August 3, 2001) You were always a fighter......even to the very end and because of that we were all winners, we your classmates. Farewell old friend.... as we grip hands even from the shadows of the Long Gray Line. Tommy:) August 3, 2001) BOB: I remember you by that knickname more than I do "Stump"; and I will continue to remember one of the more high-spirited and gifted of my fellow runts. Chuck Gersitz, B(2 right up from A2) August 5, 2001) Stump, my friend, you were one of the best. Rest in Peace. Tom Auger June 7, 2002) |
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