The AIG, October

Published: Fri, 10/15/21

PJAssociation.com

"Once a PJ/CRO, Always a PJ/CRO"

To All,

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Pararescueman Sgt. David W. Sliger on September 14, 2021 at the age of 75. David entered the service in 1964 and graduated from PJ class 67-1, 11 November, 1966.

After a year of training, he was stationed to Udorn, Thailand, with the renown “Jolly Greens” Rescue Squadron. Dave flew over 130 combat, life-saving missions, over Laos and North Vietnam rescuing several downed pilots.

For his actions, he received the Silver Star for Gallantry, the Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroism, 8 Air Medals and numerous other awards and decorations. To this day, he is highly respected by his Pararescue (PJ) brothers for living by their motto, “These things we do that others may live.”

After returning from Viet Nam, he was stationed at Patrick Air Force Base, FL in support of the Apollo Program. Upon existing the military, David attended University of Florida, obtaining a bachelor’s degree in engineering and went on to become a successful building contractor.

Dave loved to travel. He and his lovely wife, Janis, were world travelers taking one trip back to Viet Nam to put memories from the war behind him.

He is survived by his wife, Janis of 26 years, and step-sons Richard D’Amico and Gary Albritton, as well as Teresa Dean and her husband, Alan Dean. Three much loved grandchildren, Lauren, Jack Dean and Adrianna Albritton will miss their grandfather dearly.

Mother Edith Sliger, brothers Larry Sliger , Sam Sliger and sister, Linda Hunt, will also greatly miss their brother.

A military graveside service will be held at National Cemetery of Bushnel, 6502 SW 102 Avenue, Bushnel, FL 33513 with Honor Guard. A celebration of life will be a luncheon at 9215 East Gobler Drive, Floral City, FL 34426.

Some of us did not know David 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 or call Janis at 727-433-0848 with your remembrances. Cards can be sent to Janis at 9265 East Gobler Drive, Floral City, FL 34426.

John Pighini

Vice President, PJ Assn.

YOUR ASSOCIATION

As we gather this month in Tucson for the 2021 Reunion, please help us do some administration items.

If you are coming in early and want to help, we can use you. Email me and we will let you know where to meet on Monday and Tuesday mornings.

As we attempt to update our Roster of PJ's and CRO's we need your help. We will have a booth set up for you or you can email: Paul Reddington - akreddington@gmail.com and Charlie Hart...

Many people have seen the AFSOC Poster with the fallen, we are constantly dealing with Posers, so we need to do the same here, We need to make sure that we are not missing anyone in Our Roster, this way we do not say someone wasn't a PJ/CRO when they were, we can also do things like, "Remember on this day"...

Volunteers to sit at the table and help gather information would be helpful on Wed 27th 1200-1600 and maybe even Friday at the Trade show...

First - send or bring us your class number, and Information so we can update the master roster, Post on the Website because it is current and correct, and many other things to remember our Brothers, we need...

- Names

- Dates and Class Number

- Are they still with us KIA/KID (Killed in Action / Killed in line of Duty)

- Key Locations

We are open for all kinds of ideas and your support to accomplish this.

Please pay your dues before you get here, better yet, become a Life Member, it will help us out greatly.

From 1952, the Scrambler - How it all began, bring your Photos and Books, I will bring this one, its and awesome book.

If you would like to join the Reunion / Rodeo Telegram Group, Follow the link below, the Team will be sending out announcements both here and through the Cvent Registration system daily on what's going on, use this link while on your cell phone to get the app and join the group.

https://t.me/PJRodeo2021

Past Reunions

JW Marriott

So Many things to do in the area and at the Hotel, lots of Relaxing time...

Still a few slots open for a Tandem jump - For information, please contact John Lange at 951-294-0719 or joltinjohn@aol.com, Painting with Friends - An AZ and Rescue theme, a fun night for all... Poker night, you can sign up on the registration website, just select Modify Registration

THESE THINGS WE DO... THAT OTHERS MAY LIVE...

There are lots of things for you to do while n Tucson

MITAKUYE OYASIN (MEE-TAH-KAY AWE-SIN)

The Pima Air & Space Museum

Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum

Join us each morning on the
Salud Terrace to participate in a traditional Native American ceremony and unique Sonoran Desert experience. Welcoming a higher perspective into your life should be on everyone's list of important things to do.

The Pima Air and Space Museum is one of the largest aviation Museums in the world..

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a 98-acre zoo, aquarium, botanical garden, natural history museum, publisher, and art gallery founded in 1952.

TEQUILA TOAST

Every evening at sunset we welcome you to gather on the Salud Terrace to watch the sunset and experience our nightly tradition - the Tequila toast. Join us for this unique experience where we feature one of our more than 150 artisan tequilas and a complimentary toast: "Arriba, Abajo, al Centro, al Dentro, Salud!" (Up, down, out and in).

"Please share with your network so everyone is signed up for the AIG, we are stronger in numbers"

https://cvent.me/5x5aeg

You can Modify your registration by logging back into Cvent

Don't miss out on one of the most attended events at a reunion, the Painting with friends is a limited event, sign up, if you missed it the first time, Log back in and Modify your Registration. This event is a blast. Same with the Poker Night, get in while you can...

OCTOBER 28 – 8:00 SHOTGUN

STARR PASS GOLF COURSE – TUCSON

Still room for Golfers, don't miss this great event,

October 27th-30th, 2021

31st being a Travel day home

Get there before the show starts at 1700 on Wednesday

Sponsors can e-mail us now to reserve your spot.

bill.watson@pjassociation.com

PJ Reunion
Oct 27th / Wednesday - Things are Subject to change, (Happy Faces)
Everyone Registers, Activities and Social Events … Dues Must be Current
   •   1200 – 1600   Open Registration,
                           VA Assistance Table, others TBD
  Memorabilia Room/Raffle Sales
   •   1700-2200 Opening Ceremony Icebreaker / Ania Terrace
   •   1730 Tequila Toast on the Deck nightly

Oct 28th/ Thursday
Registration, Activities and Social Events
   •   0800- 1400 Golf at Catalina
   •   0830-1000   Dr’s Galloway – Group Hike,
   •   1000-1200   Health and Wealth Seminar
   •   1300-1430 *TBD Discussion
   •   1430-1730 *TBD Special Event
   •   1700-1900   Sponsors Social Event, SLWG - Tucson Rooms
                     MC - Kestranek, Blake George Speake
   •   1900- 2400 Hospitality Suite, Open Mic night so bring your Stuff
                           306th/ Kelly to bring PA System
   •   2000- 2230   Art Mixer, Painting with a Friend

Oct 29th / Friday
Registration, Activities and Social Event
• 0800-1100 Mystery Games Final Competition Competitors / PJA

Members - 1 per Competitor Team / SLWGroup

                            Discussion -TBD
   •   0800 - 1100  STAR Vendor Set-up - AZ Rooms
   •   1100 - 1500  STAR Vendor Trade Show for Registered Vendors, JW

                            Marriott, Unit Static Display / Recruiting / VA Assistance

   •   1600 - 1700 Competitor rehearsals
   •   1700 - 1800    SLWGroup and VIP Sponsors /Photos - Tucson Rooms
   •   1800 - 2000    Rodeo Award Ceremony Guest Speakers / Sponsor

  Recognition / Open to all Visitors / Cash Bar
   •   2100 - 2400    DJ Line Dance/Open dance
    •   2100 - 2400   Poker Night

Oct 30th / Saturday – General Membership Meeting, Activities and Social Events, Pool day and more,

The PJ Heritage Reunion Banquet

   •   0830 – 1100     PJA Business Meeting
  PJA Officers/Board of Directors Meeting
   •   (Dues must be current to attend)
   •   0900 – 1030     Zumba Ladies Event
   •   1100 – 1500     Motorcycle ride/Tom Beranek
   •   1700 – 1830     Reunion Photos / Booth
                                (Groups/Couples), Cocktail Hour
   •   1800 – 2100   Call to Seating
   •   2230 – 2400     Hospitality Suite

Oct 31st – Sunday,   Another Spectacular R&R Event Comes to a Close…
   ◦   Check Out/Travel

PJ Rodeo

Oct 24th/Sunday PJR Competitor Registration Gear-Up, PJR In-Briefing
• 1500 – 1800 Competitors Registration, Stage Gear
• 1900 Welcome Brief (Required for all Competitors) San Pedro 1,2

Oct 25th/Monday - PJR Competition, Activities and Social Events
• 0700 – 1600 Marksmanship Challenge – 306th RQS / Tucson Rifle

Club, can purchase lunch on site...
• 1800 Competitor Social Rm, Open nightly, Times TBD.

Oct 26th/Tuesday PJR Competition, Activities and Social Events
• 0700 – 1600 Precision Parachuting 68th RQS - Marana Regional

Airport.
   •   1800 – 2000   Competitor Social/SLWG Only
   •   Location:        Meecha Lawn / Plunge
                              306th to bring PA System

Oct 27th/Wednesday PJR Competition, Activities and Social Events
   •   0700 – 1400   Monster Mash, Tactical Medicine – JW Marriot
   •   1700 – 2100   Opening Ceremony
   •   1710 – Time on Target, Icebreaker/CSAR Demonstration
   • 1800 –     Tequila Toast on Ania Terrace

Oct 28th/Thursday PJR Competition, Activities and Social Events
• 0700 – 1600 Urban High Angle Ropes
• 1700 – 1900 Sponsors VIP Social JW Marriot - Lt Col George to

Speak / KK MC
• 1830-2400 Hospitality Rm

Oct 29th/Friday Final PJR Competition, Reunion Registration, Activities and Social Events
   •   0800 – 1100 Mystery Games Final /Competition / With 1 FAH
   •   0800 – 1100 STAR Vendor Trade Show Set-up
   •   1100 – 1300 Reunion Registration
   •   1100 – 1600 STAR Vendor Trade Show - JW Marriot, Unit Static

                            Display / Recruiting stations / VA Assistance etc.
   •   1600 – 1700 Competitor Rehearsal
   •   1700 – 1800 VIP Social, SLWG, Competitors , Photos
   •   1800 – 2000* Rodeo Award Ceremony
   •   Call to seats / Guest Speakers / Open to all Visitors / Cash Bar

Friday Awards night will be followed by Line Dancing and Dance night with

Jeryme Mcguigan, and he Daisy Duke Dancers, giving Line Dance lessons in the beginning and moving the party along,

So bring your dancing shoes and BOOTs for sure, and get ready...

Also, for your entertainment, Donovan will be releasing one of his New Videos and Songs just for you at Saturdays Banquet so don't miss this one.

We have added some new things to Saturday night to make it more fun and exciting, join us for our Newest Honorary PJ's, the Kelly/Vargas Award and much more Saturday Evening, October 30th 1800

Donovan Chapman

Donovan Chapman brings singer/songwriter experience with having charted four singles in the Top 60 Country Music Billboard Charts with his “House Like That” peaking at forty-two. Donovan also recorded studio albums with Curb Records and Category 5 Records.

He is releasing a few more new songs this year and wrote his most recent song about friend and brother Scott Gearen. Donovan will perform songs on Wednesday and a few more on Saturday evening Reunion Banquet.

https://www.freedomsingsusa.org

The Teams and Units are hard at work,,,

And there is lots to do in the area so search on the hotels website for ideas. Thursday will be the most free evening during the week.

PJ Rodeo Dates

October 24th - 29th, 2021

Keep your eyes on the Pararescue Association Store, the only place that really supports your Organization, we don't have to say we make a donation to... we are the Pararescue Association !!!