1lt eugene jehlen majure

1LT EUGENE JEHLEN MAJURE

  • Branch: Army
  • Hometown/City: PASCAGOULA, MS
  • Date of Birth: 08-06-1937
  • Date of Death: 08-18-1966
  • Conflict: Vietnam
  • Unit: DET A-429B (BA CHUC), D CO, 5TH SF GROUP, USARV
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  • Although I never got to know you, your presence was always a force behind everything Ursula did. Your motivation, dedication, hard work, and integrity showed through the memories our mother, grandparents, uncles, aunts and friends shared about you. I wish I could have known you like they did.
    Tell us about your experience as a military child (i.e. duty stations, friendships, etc.).
    The men who were stationed close to our home were always the nicest and kindest. They treated us children who had lost their fathers like we were the only ones on the earth.
    What are some memorable lessons your parent taught you?
    If you believe in something, fight for it.
    What did you love most about your parent?
    The letters he wrote home to my mother.
    What did your parent bring to your family?
    Honor
    What has been the greatest challenge since the loss of your parent?
    The depression of my mother at the loss of my father.
    What message would you like to share with other Gold Star families?
    Life is precious and we need to preserve every memory.

    Suzette Donovan, Child