Southie WWII vets journeying to D.C. memorial
‘Last ride’ for band of brothers
“Sister Lois Connors of the Laboure (Center) is going with us on the bus to Washington,” John Mullen announced, his eyes brightening. “It’s like a two for one: She’s a nun, and a registered nurse.
“So, she’ll handle all our medicines . . . and say prayers for us at the same time. This way here, we figure we’ll be covered on both fronts. After all, we have some problems that go with old age.”
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#957619 - Nov 6, 2009 12:34 AM EST
Lt. Nee Boston Fire Departmenr ,Retired.
Thank you for being a friend. Thank you for your service to the country and your fellow citizens.
I wish you all a safe and enjoyable trip.
Thank you for being a friend. Thank you for your service to the country and your fellow citizens.
I wish you all a safe and enjoyable trip.
Peter,great story.If you have a chance look into Marty Nee\'s career on the Boston Fire Dept. He deserves a great writeup !
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#957703 - Nov 6, 2009 2:36 AM EST
God bless these true American heroes, Thank you gentlemen, for all you\'ve done for us.
Pete, did you just write something nice about Southie? I guess these guys are too old to have beaten you up in the scholyard, so you gave them a pass? Southie R.I.P. (The yuppies own SoBo).
Marty Nee...Rescue 1....I see Marty all the time walking in Southie
Have a great trip to Washington
Have a great trip to Washington
Not necessary hobo...just leave this alone as a feel good story about some people who deserve a memorable "last ride"...they deserve it. Thanks to you and your group for your service. I hope some of your other buddies who read this will hop on board, the more the merrier. Have a great time.
Martin, John, John and all the rest; enjoy your trip to the WWII Memorial. The country and the rest of the free World owe you all a great debt of gratitude. Treasure your war time memories (good and bad) and be sure to share them and preserve them for following generations. I'm proud to follow your legacy.
If you’d like to help, donations can be sent to The Veterans Express Fund, c/o Mount Washington Bank, 708 East Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127.
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