Carol Roszka
roszkacl@comcast.net
cousin
19235 Linville Grosse Pointe MI 48236
Gone too soon
Thank you for your service
May 25, 2015
Silver Star Citation
James Terrance Feeney Date of birth: August 10, 1948 Date of death: February 2, 1969 Place of Birth: Michigan, Detroit Home of record: Detroit Michigan Status: KIA AWARDS AND CITATIONS Silver Star Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Sergeant James Terrance Feeney (ASN: US-54976349), United States Army, for gallantry in action. Sergeant Feeney distinguished himself by heroic actions on 2 February 1969, while serving with Troop A, 3d Squadron, 4th Cavalry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in the Republic of Vietnam. As the unit assaulted enemy hedgerows and crossed through, they received intense enemy fire. Without hesitation, Sergeant Feeney put down a heavy base of fire. With complete disregard for his own safety, Sergeant Feeney exposed himself to the enemy fire as he remained on top of his vehicle putting suppressive fire on the insurgents. Spotting an enemy position, he stood up and threw two grenades killing several enemy troops. While in this exposed position he was fatally wounded. His valorous actions contributed immeasurably to the success of the mission and the defeat of the enemy force. Sergeant Feeney's personal bravery, aggressiveness, and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army. General Orders: Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 1932 (February 20, 1969) Action Date: February 2, 1969 Service: Army Rank: Sergeant Company: Troop A Battalion: 3d Squadron Regiment: 4th Cavalry Regiment Division: 25th Infantry Division
Feb 2, 2015
Malcolm Kirby
mlkdrk@earthlink.net
USAF Veteran-191st photo recon.
Hometown, Detroit
Rest in Peace, my Brother
You will not be forgotten...
Apr 7, 2008
Christine Asby
cjasby@cs.com
Kansas City, MO.
~ Thank you, for Serving your Country!~
Sgt., Feeney ~ I never had the honor, to have known you, you gave the ultimate sacrifice, on Feb., 2, 1969. I read what you wanted, for your twin brother, you are very, thoughtfull person and brother. I was a little girl, in 69, my Mother told me, about Vietnam, so I knew our soldiers, were there. I just wanted, to say thank you, for your courage and bravery. You, Sir, Are Not Forgotten. Rest Well, and May G-D Bless you, Always, Jim.
Nov 24, 2007
Manuel Pino B/2/8th Cav 68-69
mpjr54@msn.com
Fellow Vietnam Army Vet
A Trp/3/4 Cav Rgt, 25th Inf Div
NOW SLEEP Peace has come. Now you can truly sleep,my son. The muddy field where you were laid Flag-draped, will now be green. Redbud and cherry blossoms can be seen Soon in bloom above your head. Arlington's Eternal Flame Flickers across granite rows To illuminate your name And then beneath it (with lightning's calm) Strikes in black the word VIETNAM On your own stone. Peace has come. Your medals may turn green In time, like your beret But forever there are those who'll say, "I live because he cared he came!"
Jul 29, 2007
manny g
Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe
Union Gap, WA. 98903
“You are Remembered”
Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. “He which hath no stomach, to this fight, let him depart. But we in it, shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother.” Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless you, for your Sacrifice!!!
Feb 2, 2007
Cathy Watts
catwatts@erols.com
Detroit, Mich.
I had the honor, of attending the 9th, through the 12th, grades, with Jim and his identical, twin brother, Tom. We all graduated, from Edwin Denby High. I remember Jim and Tom, delivering papers, together and they, were never far, from each other. I also remember him, to have been a very smart, funny and happy, individual. The world lost, a very wonderful and funny individual, when he was struck down in the prime, of his young life. And I'm sure, that God smiled, because Jim was back, by his side. I think of you, often, Jim. You are missed.
Friday, July 21, 2000
doug snyder
c2555d@verizon.net
FELLOW, 25TH, INF., DIV., BROTHER
2555, MIDDLE WAY, EASTON, PA., 18040, USA
NOT FORGOTTEN HERO
JUST, TO LET YOU, KNOW, THAT YOU, ARE NOT FORGOTTEN, HERO. THANK YOU, FOR YOUR SACRIFICE. DOUG, CO., A, 222ND, MECH., INF., 25TH, INF., DIV., 1968.
Tuesday, August 10, 2004
Remembering An American Hero
Posted on 11/8/13 - by Curt Carter ccarter02@earthlink.net
Dear SGT James Terrance Feeney, sir As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned. May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you. With respect, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir Curt Carter
We Remember
Posted on 12/14/09 - by Robert Sage rsage@austin.rr.com
James is buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Detroit, MI. SS BSM PH
Never Forgotten
Posted on 1/12/06 - by Bill Nelson grite@yahoo.com
FOREVER REMEMBERED "If you are able, save for them a place inside of you....and save one backward glance when you are leaving for the places they can no longer go.....Be not ashamed to say you loved them....Take what they have left and what they have taught you with their dying and keep it with your own....And in that time when men decide and feel safe to call the war insane, take one moment to embrace those gentle heroes you left behind...."Quote from a letter home by Maj. Michael Davis O'Donnell KIA 24 March 1970. Distinguished Flying Cross: Shot down and Killed while attempting to rescue 8 fellow soldiers surrounded by attacking enemy forces. We Nam Brothers pause to give a backward glance, and post this remembrance to you, one of the gentle heroes lost to the War in Vietnam: Slip off that pack. Set it down by the crooked trail. Drop your steel pot alongside. Shed those magazine-ladened bandoliers away from your sweat-soaked shirt. Lay that silent weapon down and step out of the heat. Feel the soothing cool breeze right down to your soul ... and rest forever in the shade of our love, brother. From your Nam-Band-Of-Brothers
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