remembering Iwo Jima

The attack on Iwo Jima started on the 19th of February, 1945. After a couple of days, the scene on the beach was much like this picture:

 

There are over 100 more photos like this in an album on Picassa of Iwo Jima and mostly of P51 fighter pilots and their activity during the battle.

Click through this link to view the pictures Mark has made public

Jerry on Iwo Jima

This photo from the US Marines 4th Division book reportedly depicts Jerry (circled) on the beech awaiting word to board a ship to take them from Iwo Jima.

Mark, Bob, and Mike listen to Jerry

Mark, Bob, and Mike listen to Jerry, originally uploaded by shersteve.

Last December, my brothers and I took our father, Jerry down to Washington to visit the WWII Memorial and the new Marine Corp Museum at Quantico.

Here Dad is teling part of his story while my brothers Bob, Mike and Mike's son Mark, listen.

If there is veteran in your family, thank them for their service.

If you see a veteran today, thank them for their service.

Sherlock's Pose

Sherlock's Pose, originally uploaded by shersteve.

From the left, Bob, myself, Jerry, Mike, and his son, Mark pose in front of the Iwo Jima statue, more formally called the Marine Corp Monument located next to Arlington National Cemetery.

Three generations of Sherlock men.

If someone did say, "Hey, Mr Sherlock!", we would all turn to respond.

Kilroy was here

Yes, one of the most famous soldiers of World War II was not to be kept out of the monument in Washington, DC. It was not listed on the architectural drawing but some how, it appeared.

More to come but Jerry had a wonderful couple of days visiting the World War II Memorial, the Marine Corp Memorial (The Iwo Jima Statue) and then



It was both an honor and a pleasure for his three sons and one grandson to accompany him on this weekend. We also were treated to a windshield tour of the Marine Corp Base at Quantico by Dan Stanton (US Air Force Colonel Ret.)

Stay tuned for some stories and more pictures.

NORMAND JOSEPH (Red) ROBICHAUD

ROBICHAUD, NORMAND JOSEPH, also known as 'Norm', 'Red', 71, a lifelong resident of Pawtucket, was born into eternal life Friday evening surrounded by his loving family holding him. Normand passed away after a courageous battle of pancreatic cancer. He was the husband of Colette (Joyal) Robichaud. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Emery and Lea (Laporte) Robichaud. Mr. Robichaud was a life-long communicant and Eucharistic Minister of the St. John the Baptist Church, Pawtucket.

He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He attended St. John the Baptist School, Sacred Heart, West High, and RI School of Design. He was a lifetime member of the Lefoyer Club and a member of the Les Gais Chanteur for over 40 years. Normand served on the school board at Woodlawn Catholic Regional School in Pawtucket for 33 years. In his spare time he enjoyed playing golf, painting, drawing, and spending time at the barn with the family horses, George, Heaven and Dog Becca.

Mr. Robichaud was a model cutter for 27 years for Jostens in Attleboro, and then Balfour for 7 years. After his retirement in 2001, he became a dedicated volunteer as a Eucharistic minister at the Miriam Hospital in Providence where he carried on his services of comfort and prayers, love and laughter to those in need. This was a job which he especially enjoyed. Normand always loved to make others laugh and always succeeded at brightening the love of others.

Normand's spirit will live on in the legacy of his family. He was the adoring father to his five children who will miss him dearly: Charles E. Robichaud, Brigette A. Robichaud, Aimee D. Robichaud, Denis A. Robichaud, and Elise M. Robichaud. He also leaves several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends, all of whom cherished his love. He was the brother of the late George Robichaud, Cecile Hamel, and Yvette Clement.

His funeral will be held Tuesday at 9 AM from the J.J. Duffy Funeral Home, 757 Mendon Road, Rt. 122, Cumberland. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in the St. John the Baptist Church, 69 Quincy Avenue, Pawtucket. Burial will follow in the Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket. Relatives and Friends are kindly invited. Calling Hours will be held Monday, 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. John the Baptist Food Bank, 69 Quincy Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Directions and Guestbook

reprinted from the Providence (RI) Journal edition of 11/11/07.

Colette was one of my mother's sisters, Norm was one of Jerry's brother-in-laws

Jerry's Story: Meghan's School Report - Part 2

the second part of Meghan's school report written during 1999 and read aloud by Jerry with some commentary and minor corrections along the way. (originally 2 parts, now parts 1 & 2 are combined)

Time: about 32 minutes

Audio file ->  https://jerry-sherlocks-story.captivate.fm/episode/gs-004-meghans-school-report

Jerry's Story: Meghan's School Report - Part 1

Jerry reads the school report that his granddaughter Meghan did during high school. The report was written during 1999. This is the full recording. (Previously parts 1 & 2 were published separately)

Time: about 32 minutes

Audio file ->  https://jerry-sherlocks-story.captivate.fm/episode/gs-004-meghans-school-report