SAMUEL K. BEAMON

Mattatuck Museum

Posted: 12/15/2007

A special thanks goes out to the management and staff of the Mattatuck Museum for hosting my book signing. The veterans groups - VFW 201, American Legion Post 135 and the Brass City Detachment of the Marine Corps League for sponsoring this event. Professor Brian Chapman of UCONN Waterbury Branch and the OLLII Program. Thank you all for your support. The lecture was difficult for me because of the recent loss of my two friends. Semper Fi - Sam

Dave Caldon

Posted: 12/15/2007

I received word yesterday that Retired Lt. Colonel David Caldon passed away on 12/14/07 at 5:30 PM. He was not only a Marine, an Officer, Pilot and Silver Star recipient, but a good friend. He stood tall in stature and character. His warm smile will be missed by all that knew him. There is another gap in my life and words cannot express my sadness over the loss of this True American Hero. He has taken his last flight and returned to his home base. He is at rest for a job well done. Thank you Colonel for all that you did for me, you will never be forgotten. My prayers are with Susie and his family during this difficult time.