Mestengo Volume 15 Issue 2 Published Quarterly by the Marine Corps Mustang Association, Inc. Summer 2015 www.MarineCorpsMustang.org MARINE CORPS MUSTANG ASSOCIATION 2015 MUSTANG MUSTER Join us and reconnect with old friends and comrades as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the found- ing of our Association! Special guests include, Guest Speaker MajGen Craig C. Crenshaw, Command- ing General, Marine Corps Logistics Command, Albany GA., Association founder Robert E. Richter, and MCMA President Ernest E. Johnson. ….don’t miss out on this one! 2015 2015 2015 Marine Corps MustangAssociaon Marine Corps MustangAssociaon Marine Corps MustangAssociaon Muster & 30th Anniversary Muster & 30th Anniversary Muster & 30th Anniversary The Road Ahead for our Marine Corps Mustang Association cuts through Jacksonville, Florida! ...be a part of it!
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Mestengo Volume 15 Issue 2 Published Quarterly by the Marine Corps Mustang Association, Inc. Summer 2015
www.MarineCorpsMustang.org
MARINE CORPS MUSTANG ASSOCIATION
2015 MUSTANG MUSTER
Join us and reconnect with old friends and comrades as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the found-
ing of our Association! Special guests include, Guest Speaker MajGen Craig C. Crenshaw, Command-
ing General, Marine Corps Logistics Command, Albany GA., Association founder Robert E. Richter,
and MCMA President Ernest E. Johnson.
….don’t miss out on this one!
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The Marine Corps Mustang Association welcomes its new National Chaplain, Gloria Krug. Gloria replaces our old friend and former chaplain Bill Fry. Gloria was born in Adams County PA May 27 1931, and was the 5th of 6 siblings. Her Father, Paul W. Krug, was a WW1 veteran, farmer, and rural mail carrier. Paul passed away at the age of
100.(1892-1992) Her Mother, Leah Amanda Pittinger Krug, housewife and loving mother, also lived to see her 100th birthday (1897-1997). Schools: Attended a one-room school 8 grades, Red Hill, Oxford Twp, PA. New Oxford High School, New Oxford PA; Academic 1949 USMCR Highlights: PFC 530527-530226 *broken years was Class III Reservist PFC 570606-600605 (made Cpl here then reverted back for new LCPL rank) LCPL 600606 Admin/FileClk Cpl 610113 Admin/TypistClk Sgt 660102 AdminChf SSgt 680103 AdminChf ,
WO 700101 AdminO CW02 730101 AdminO CW03 790101 AdminO CW04830101 AdminO/TngO/EdO; MAG 49 Adj; FTS AcDu began 1981 until mandatory age (60) retirement 1991 Completed 33 years 11 months and 17 days accumulative service Selections: May be first Reserve WM WO (1970) but unable to find USMC records Member Leatherneck Running Club 500 miles Member NAS Willow Grove Navy Relief Run to the Pentagon 187.1 miles 23May83 Chapel of 4 Chaplains Legion of Honor Membership 14Apr85 Featured in Henderson Hall News twice 18May90 and 31May91 USMC Schools of note: Numerous MCI courses Various Information Systems courses Basic School Extension Reserve AWS Phase I Reserve AWS Phase II MAGTF Course Little Creek Awards: Meritorious Service Medal SMCR Medal w/hourglass National Defense Service Medal Armed Forces Reserve Medal
Semper Fidelis Phil Ernest
Boot Camp Comrades June 1956, Parris Island, SC 2nd Recruit Training Regiment, C Company, Platoon 193 was formed: In that platoon
were Philip H. Ray and Ernest E. Johnson, they didn't know each other and had clear idea as to what they were in
for. They knew that if they survived this training they would become a United States Marine.
Some fifty years later, at a Marine Corps Mustang Association Muster we met again and with much effort tried to
recall ... "where we know each other from?" Somehow I overheard Phil, in a conversation with another Mustang say
something to the effect of "Parris Island, Platoon 193...BINGO!!!
Philip H. Ray
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Business Manager: It has been almost a year since I assumed the Business Manager position from Roger Speeg and his deputy Dwayne “Dup” Dupeire. They were a hard act to follow, but I have been giving it my best effort to keep up the standard. I would like to give you the state of the organization from the business end. Website: We have made a capital investment of over $7,000 toward a new website. Our old website served the organization for perhaps 15 years. It was state-of-the-art when it launched, but it has become old and inflexible for what we need today. Last fall, we were the target of two malicious hacks from Romania. We were able to have the webmaster, Matt Carter recover and restore our site without serious damage or loss of data. Coincidental to this, was the Board of Directors’ initiative to update our Association and make it relevant to our current membership and attract our younger generation of Mustang officers. The Board is addressing this is through a process called “SWOT” Analysis. This process is the means by which we will develop our strategic vision for the future of our Association. This effort is being spearheaded by Col Eddie Ray and championed by our President, Ernest Johnson. I will not go into the details and status of this ambitious planning initiative since Eddie Ray will be providing us with an update in future Mestengo articles. Here is what our new website will offer: 1. On-Line Payment option. Renew
memberships, pay Muster events, contribute to the General Fund or Semper Fi Fund, or purchase MCMA PX items.
2. Member’s Area. Enhanced to provide current services and access to future Membership Directories. Also, members will be able to update their membership information, change of address, phone numbers, etc.
3. Join MCMA. On-line membership application, processing and payment.
4. ALL Hands Email Blast. This will be our way to reach out to all members who have email addresses, for delivery of time sensitive information, news, and general event updates. This is a bulk email function which we will use judiciously so as not to saturate your in-box with clutter. Please keep an eye on
your “Junk” folder in case it arrives in that folder.
5. Fully secure servers and back-up against cyber-attacks.
6. Cell phone/tablet compatibility. Allows easy viewing and use of payment functions on cell phones and tablets which access the internet.
7. Ease of navigation. The website was designed for simplicity and ease of use. We have decluttered the pages and incorporated a powerful, yet user-friendly browser.
8. Social Media (under development). Social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Together We Served, etc., will be leveraged for our exposure to the membership and the public. As we begin using these platforms, we will link them to our website.
These are only the public facing portion of our website. The administrative site is also pumped up with more bells and whistles, all focused on supporting the membership. This website is flexible enough to modernize and easily conform with emerging web technologies. I would like everyone to know up front. These newly incorporated technologies are as much for the current membership as they will be for the newer members we begin to attract. Our younger generation of Marines (Gen X and emerging Gen Y). These people are very tech savvy. Their time is filled with so much information by new technologies, they have little time to sit behind a computer...they want information at their finger tips and they want it in a hurry. We need to take advantage of these technologies so we can keep up with these young hard chargers and get them into our ranks. I think we have the platform and social media links to make that happen! OK, I am off the soap-box. I am running out of space to continue on with the state of our Association. I think it is something I can spread out and feature in future Mestengos. Right now, I need to bring up a subject which may not set well with some of our members, but must be addressed. Membership. Our membership has not been as good as it should be. For current members, I think this is due in part from members moving or just forgetting to pay their dues. We have offered up reinstatement to members who have been delinquent for year(s)...simply pay the current years dues and be fully reinstated.
This has been meeting with some success. The second is with new members such as newly appointed Warrant Officers and Commissioned Lieutenants. These young officers can PCS up to two times following the Basic School. By the time we mail them the first year’s renewal notice, we lost them. This is exactly why our website is critical to our survival. These members should be able to update membership on the go, on time, and on their cell phones! With luck, we will begin to grow our numbers. Cost. Our revenues have been largely dependent on membership dues, contributions to the General Fund, and our annual Mustang Musters. Sadly, our attendance commitment to this upcoming Muster is still not where it should be or once was. That said, we are faced with some difficult choices. It has become necessary for us to consider discontinue printed Mestengos and the printed 2015 Membership Directory. Mestengo: Last Mestengo was mailed to all members at a substantial cost. Over 50 Mestengos have been returned to the National Headquarters as undeliverable for various reasons. This issue of the Mestengo will be posted on the website, with limited distribution to the membership. This may also be the last printed Mestengo, as we will be moving toward a near paperless medium in an effort to curb rising costs. Membership Directory: The 2015 Membership directory will be available for print or download directly from our website. I will print a limited number of Directories and will have them available for very limited distribution. Aside from these cited issues, I think the future of our organization looks bright. At our thirty-year mark, we are turning the page to welcome and embrace a new generation of Marine warrior members. The future of our Association will soon be in their hands! I Look forward to seeing you all at the Muster in Jacksonville, Florida!
Semper Fidelis! Tony Cerrillo
Financial transactions as of July 2015:
Revenues: $9,110.00 Expenses: $4,429.00 General Fund Checking: $6,738.00
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Marine Corps Mustang Association Jacksonville, Florida Muster September 15 to 18, 2015
Registration Form
Name: _____________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________ Telephone(s): H-__________________C-_______________Email:__________________________ Additional Family or Guests: _______________________________________________________ Will you be staying at the Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Airport hotel? (Yes or No) _________________ Planned arrival date: _____________Air Flight# ____________ or POV ___________________ Events and Costs: Number Total Cost *Registration Fees: $25.00 p/p _________ $__________
*Wednesday Bus transportation $20. p/p, (for 2 events) _________ $___________
*Thursday-Guided Bus Tour of St. Augustine ($55. p/p) _________ $__________
Friday- Banquet ($38. p/p) _________ $__________
Package Total: $___________
Guided Historic Tour of St. Augustine (Bus- $55. p/p) will also allow an afternoon of personal touring and shopping. Lunch in St. Augustine is on your own. Only one bus will be hired and seating will be limited to approximately 53. (A stand-by list will be started at the Muster. Visit our check-in desk) ***see pages 5-7 for details*** Refunds after 1 September 2015 will be on a case-by-case basis. Dinner Selection: Beef_________Chicken Marsala__________Catch of the Day_______ Restrictions ?__________ Total remitted: Please remit payment by check or money order to ‘MCMA’ c/o Joe Featherston, Muster Coordina-tor, 223 Hamstead Place, Aiken, SC 29803-8052, by USPS please, to be received not later than 24 August 2015 to allow final coordination. Telephone: 803-644-5995, or email: [email protected] for questions and clarifica-tions. Reservations: Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Airport, 14670 Duval Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218 Tel: 904-741-4404 (Reservation Code: MCM) Rate is $100.57/day (includes taxes, and breakfast for two persons) . Rate cut-off is Monday 24 August 2015.
Hurry up and make your reservations for the 2015 Mustang Muster today.
BE A PART OF IT!
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The 2015 MCMA election for board members will take place during our September 2015 Jacksonville Florida Muster. The boards of director’s members are normal-ly elected to three-year terms. The following positions are open:
2015-2018
Two Board Members – each for a three year term
An ideal board is composed of members who possess computer communication skills and have some knowledge of our historical culture. Members seeking to serve are encouraged to bring innovative and fresh ideas and suggestions to the board. Members interested in serving as a board of director should familiarize themselves with Article VII, MCMA By Laws. Candidates should attend the upcoming an-nual muster. Members in good standing must submit a biographical sketch of 125 words or less along with an indication of which position you are seeking. Although a photo is not required, it is recommended. Please send to: Ray Kunkle, Chairperson, Election Committee, at 510 Via Florida, San Clemente, CA 92672 or [email protected]. by August 1, 2015. If you have any additional questions concerning the election process, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or (949-492-0105). Ray Kunkle Election Committee Chairman
P.S. Please contact me if you are willing to serve on the Election Committee.
VOTE
E. M. “Nick” Russell, R-3142 MCMA Board of Directors
We need your help
I would like to introduce myself to all of you mustangs
out there. I am Edward M Russell JR. a new board
member. I go by the name of Nick, it's a long story. I
was not elected but appointed to take over a two-year
term of someone who had left. At the time I was
appointed, the Association needed board members, and
there was a plea for the same. After discussing it with
one other board members who is a personal friend of
mine, I decided to throw my hat in the ring. I personally
knew they were looking for younger people than I, but I
volunteered anyway. new member applications for the
board were not being received. I am 80 years old, in
pretty good health and I belong to many organizations.
I have an old saying that I came up with years ago and
it goes like this. “The only difference between the
people that do, and the people that don't, are the people
that do.” I believe if I can make the time to be a board
member, I believe you can too. This year, we already
have openings for two new board members. I sincerely
hope that some of you reading this message will stand
up and be counted. The Marine Corps Mustang
Association is one-of-a-kind, as we are. We really need
to keep our traditions, history and our love of Corps
going for the next generation and hopefully for the
generation after that. Please give your sincere thoughts
on becoming a new board member of this wonderful
organization. I have had a wonderful time at my last
muster and a great time at our retreat last month. It is so
wonderful to meet my fellow Marines and shoot the
bull after being retired for 42 years. I know you will
also have a wonderful time, If you do the same. Please
feel free to call me at any time if there is anything I can
