26th
Marines Association
Association "SCUTTLEBUTT"
26’ers - I am sad to report, Lt. Ken Williams died in November
2010. Ken’s email was bouncing back and his last number was no longer in service. I
did a search and got a new number.
I called it and Margo’s (Ken’s Wife) voice indicated I had the right place. I left a message and she called me tonight and provided the sad news. She will send me the date
and any details she feels comfortable with and I will forward it as soon as I get it.
I had been in communication with Ken during his struggle to keep
his leg after his auto accident a few years back. Even talked with him in the hospital after he had the
leg removed. Ken was feeling better not having to constantly fight the infection in his leg and was excited
about coming to this year’s reunion.
Ken always was thankful to have PBD (Paid by donation)
by his name on our dues log, during those tough times. He would always tell me to pass along thanks to
those who donate to help our Brothers when we are down.
Margo is still a bit shook up about the loss. If you care to contact her and give your condolences,
her email is mta1404@yahoo.com and the new phone number is 770-777-0404.
SF Sonny
November 21, 2010
Harvey Lang called and advised his and
the 26 Marines Association long time friend Jimmie McCants (Jimmie and his Wife Sandra have made all but two of our reunions)
passed away November 18, 2010 from liver cancer.
Jimmie was very useful with his computer savvy in helping set up our first reunion in
Tunica Mississippi, and since has been our “computer” connection with Harvey.
Although he never served in any of the armed forces Jimmie served our association
very well with his help, loyalty and attendance.
He was in good health until about two weeks ago.
He fell and hurt his shoulder and had gone to the doctor. His feet later swelled
excessively and they did a cat scan and found a spot on his liver. They did a biopsy and it revealed it
was cancer on November 15, 2010… he passed away three days later on November 18, 2010. He
will be missed by us all. His Wife Sandra can be reached at 575-542-9847 or mccantsj@hotmail.com .
Jimmies funeral services will be Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at 10:00 at the First Baptist
Church in Lordsburg, NM… with graveside services following:
Services will be held
at:
First Baptist Church PO Box 128
332 E. 3rd Street, Lordsburg, NM 88045
(575) 542-3783
Local Flower shop:
The Cottage House313 Main Street
Lordsburg, NM 88045-1910
(575) 542-8880
Jimmie and Sandra’s
Mailing Address is:
P.
O. Box 155 Lorgsburg, NM 88045
(575)-542-9847
for
Harvey Lang - 575-542-3783
