The AIG 9/10/2019
"Once a PJ, Always a PJ"
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To All,
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Pararescueman, Anthony (Tony) Carlo, SMSgt Ret at age 65. Tony passed on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, at SAAMC in San Antonio, Texas, after suffering a stroke the evening before, due to complications from osteosarcoma. After his daughter arrived at the hospital from Virginia, the family took him off life support, and he died peacefully surrounded by family, close friends, and his SAPD family.
He was born January 5, 1954 in Utica NY. He graduated from PJ class 78-06. Tony was stationed at Plattsburgh AFB, NY; Elmendorf AFB, AK; Osan Air Base, South Korea and McClellan AFB, CA. After separation, Tony was with the San Antonio Police Department from 1993-2019 as a Lieutenant. He is survived by his wife, Julie, and his daughter, Caiti.
Awards and decorations:
Airmans Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal and numerous other awards and decorations.
Services:
Visitation: Monday, August 19, 2019 - Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 8134 Blanco Road, San Antonio, TX 78216, 6:30-8:30, Rosary starting at 7pm.
Mass: Tuesday, August 20, 2019 - Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 8134 Blanco Road, San Antonio, TX 78216 - 10:00 am
Service/Burial: Tuesday, August 20, 2019 - Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209 - 1:00 pm
Reception to Follow: Immediately following the service, location TBD
Julie and Caiti Carlo
25014 Earthstone
San Antonio, TX 78258
Condolence cards can be sent to the family at the above address.
Some of us did not know Tony or just met him in passing with a hand shake. Those that worked with and knew him hold him in high regard as a warrior PJ, who now joins the squadron of PJ Rescue Angels who have made their final jump.
When one of our PJ brothers passes he takes a piece of our hearts with him. It would be immensely appreciated if those who have stories would write, email Caitlin.carlo@yahoo.com, text or call Julie and Caiti at 210-365-2429 and share them with them.
John Pighini
Vice President, PJ Assn.
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From Bruce Hickson,
Hey, Just just visited Andrew Cotugno (wife Janet) at his house here in ABQ NE heights. He's on hospice at home in a hospital bed w/ALS. He can talk some, & in typical Andy good spirits. Please take a few minutes and wish him well, stop by and see him or call.
The PJA and the NM PJ's will be making a house call in a few weeks during the next PJ/CRO Graduation.
Calls are good, his wife Janet will answer when able. Cell/text is 505-249-2588.
Address:
2113 Bluecorn Maiden Ct.
ABQ, NM 87112-3757
Hooya Andy, thoughts, Prayers and Love Brother, see you soon.
The Challenge is made...
Rod Alne and "The PEAK" donates $250 for the Family day Lunch and challenges all business owners to join him in his Corp Challenge for a great cause.
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Special Thanks to our Corporate Donors; Brian Hicks (Major Donor), Ron Alne, Steve West, Joe Topel, Wayne and Angie Fisk, Lochland D Jeffries, Wayne Norrad (Air Commando Asso.)
Ray and Janet Colon-Lopez
Dan Inch
Kimberly Cakebread
Mia Mansfield
Next PJ/CRO Graduation is August 23rd, 2019, be there.
PJ Association will be serving Lunch to the families, Graduates and Staff.
Please help support this great event by making a Donation here.
Your PJAssociation hard at work....
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Congratulations to PJ's and CRO's from
Graduation Class 18-04
Another showing
If your schedule permits please join us in a private screening of
“Last Full Measure”.
This movie is about the long road to gaining the posthumous Medal of Honor for our beloved AIC William H. Pitsenbarger. The producer and writer will both be here at Kirtland AFB for Friday 24th Aug at 1000 as well as,
Saturday 24th, 1200 screening at the Base theater.
5W’s:
W: 351st and invited guests
W: Private screening of “Last Full Measure”
W: Saturday 24 Aug @ 1200L
W: Kirtland AFB Theater
W: Develop a deeper understanding of our history, and why we exist.
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Packed Up and ready for Deployment
The Drop was on Target, Hooya
First Air Drop Call is on its way
Thank you to our Air Drop Supporters
Help us show the Troops
We're filling up boxes with 60 pouches of SeaBear Ready-To-Eat Salmon, to send to PJ's and CRO's stationed overseas, as a treat from back home, and to let them know we are thinking about them.
For every pouch you buy to donate, SeaBear will match it 100% by adding another pouch. When the case is filled with 60 pouches we'll ship it off, and start another one for the next Deployed unit!
Buy one pouch to contribute, and we’ll match it with another. Buy 5 pouches, and we'll put in 5 more, and so on—or, buy 30 and its your Air Drop!!!
Buy a case of 30 for $210 and we will send 2 cases to Deployed PJ's and CRO's
*with a case, you get to add a card from you to the order.
can't buy a case, buy as many at $7 a pouch and we well will build up a case.
Make sure to add a comment and let us know what your donation is for.
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Start Planning for September 23-26th 2020 PJ Reunion and
21-25 for the Rodeo, Reno NV
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FORMER PARARESCUEMEN WANTED
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He's back
Charlie that is, make sure you get your Charlie Doll before they are all gone.
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Thank you to all our Sponsors
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| Pararescue Association Officers:
- President - Bill Watson
- Vice Pres. - John Pighini
- Treasurer - Ryan Beckmann
- Recorder - Scott Gearen
Association Board Member:
- Rod Alne
- Joe Topel
- L.D. Jeffries
- Steve West
Past Association Presidents:
- Roy Taylor
- Randy Galloway
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