Faculty/Staff

Landing Ship Tank crew member Dean Scarborough never forgot what he witnessed during the D-Day invasion.

Dean Scarborough, remembered by his daughter, Beth Scarborough

Burt was a member of “MacArthur’s Jungaleers” in the Pacific, battling in New Guinea, Philippines and Japan.

Alexander Worth Burt, remembered by his son, Steve Burt

Alan Jones, a ball turret gunner in WWII, was shot down during one of his missions, but he didn’t talk about it.

Alan Jones, remembered by his son, Daniel Jones

After the invasion of Okinawa, Sabol led the return of several Marines and their service dogs to the U.S.

Ernest John Sabol, remembered by his grandson, Steve Sabol

After 60 missions, Jack Schill was killed in action in 1944 over Hungary while attempting to outmaneuver German war planes.

Jack Schill, remembered by his great-niece, Darcy Everett

Like many returning soldiers, Vivian Lord’s father didn’t talk much about his war experience.

Kenneth Wilson Baumgardner, remembered by his daughter, Vivian Lord

Career Army officer John L. Pierce was a pioneer in tank warfare.

John L. Pierce, remembered by his grandson, David Rousmaniere

A veteran of action in the Pacific Theater, James Furr corresponded with his family and others proudly and colorfully.

James E. Furr, remembered by his daughter, Susan Furr

Great Aunt Helen Karvan worked at Ford’s Willow Run Aircraft plant in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

Helen Karvan (née Verbus), remembered by her great-nephew, Daniel Janies

Staff Sergeant Frank Freeman flew 50 missions bombing Nazi oil refineries in Italy and Russia.

Frank Freeman, remembered by granddaughter Teri Miller