To All,

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Pararescueman MSgt Zachary Sandlin on September 4th 2020 at the age of 87. Zachary served in the US Army as a paratrooper

combat medic with the 187th Airborne (Rakkasans) during the Korean War and was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star and Purple Heart. In 1957 Zachery joined the Air Force and completed Pararescue training in Class 57-A.

Zack participated in several lifesaving missions during his years as a PJ. He

received the Airman’s Medal and numerous awards and decorations. He deployed in support of the recovery team for the astronauts Scott Carpenter & Allen Shepherd’s capsules on Gemini & Mercury’s return from orbit. He participated in numerous combat missions in Vietnam as well as tours in Iceland, Greenland, Goose Bay Labrador, Guam, Philippines, Alaska and throughout the Pacific. He retired from the USAF in 1972.

Larry then went to work as a government employee in the hospital lab at Laughlin AFB, TX and then at Eisenhower Hospital, Fort Gordon, GA. He retired from civil service in 1983, He was a member of the American Legion Post 192 and the Retired Military Golf Association.

Larry remained true to the Pararescue motto, “That others may live”, throughout his life.

He was born in Buckhorn, KY on August 13^th 1933. He was preceded in death by his parents Floyd & Sarah and their son Zachary Sandlin. He is survived by his loving wife Julia of almost 60 years, daughter Rose S. Carraway and husband Tom, son Zachary J. H. Sandlin and wife Sallie, son Timothy S. Sandlin. 10 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.

He was buried with military honors at Hillcrest Memorial Park. His request was that donations in lieu of flowers, could be made to the Wounded Warriors Project.

Some of us did not know Zachery 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 knew Zachary and have stories drop a line or condolences to Julia Sandlin at 4369 Rockbury Drive, Evans GA 30809

John Pighini

Vice President, PJ Assn.

 

 

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There has been a Block of rooms set aside for our Great event.  We will begin registration in Jan 2021 and we will post all the information you will need to the PJA website, Facebook page and the AIG. All you need now is to mark your dates.... We have a great events scheduled, just waiting on the hotel to finalize a few events  associated with pricing. With 3 Units in AZ at Davis-Monthan the 68th FTU, 306th and the 48th RQS, This will make for a great competition and the gathering of hundreds of PJ's and CRO's.  Let's show all those other Associations how we Role.

If you know of any businesses that would like to sponsor this great event and Competition please email; bill.watson@pjassociation.com

PJ Reunion

events are being finalized with the hotel

October 27th / Wed - Registration , Ice Break and Opening Ceremony 

Hospitality room events

*Other events and Competitions TBD

Oct 28 / Thur - Registration, Events with the Rodeo, and More

Oct 29 / Events and Rodeo Awards Presentation,

Possible Halloween Costume event... 

Oct 30 / Events and PJA Banquet 

Oct 31st, Travel day home