SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Dave Fish
From: Camarillo, CA
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
My father, 1st Lt Doit L Fish, served in fellow Marine Bomber Squadron VMB 611 as a PBJ-1 Pilot under command of Lt Col George Sarles, Zamboanga, PI. My father and his 7-member crew became MIA on 30 May 1945 during a strike at Kibawe Trail near Davao, Mindanao, PI. On that same day, Lt Col Sarles and 3 crew members were KIA on the same strike. My father and crew's wreckage and remains were discovered 16 November 1956 with group burial on 15 July 1957 at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, CO.

I am doing research on my Dad and VMB 611 and found VMB 613's and VMB 423's websites; both are excellent! I wish VMB 611 had one. I have made contact with Stu Allen of MAG 61, Alan Carey, "Leatherneck Bombers" and several VMB 611 Vets. I would like contact with VMB 613 Vets about early days of all VMB training at Cherry Point, Parris Island and Boca Chica or any other history you would like to share about WWII.

I am also a member of the Camarillo, CA Wing of the CAF. We are restoring the only current PBJ-1J (BuNo 35857) in existence to honor all VMB squadrons. As I am collecting VMB history for this project, please feel free to contact me.

Added: February 7, 2005

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Bob Haney
From: New Jersey
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
After going through this site, I wish each of the Marine Squadrons had a similar site. It's full of great information and priceless photos. I congratulate you on making this such an enjoyable visit.

Added: January 21, 2005

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: John Gateley
From: Springfield, MO
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
I have really enjoyed your website. I have found it captivating as I do all stories and photos from the the folks that lived through the war. My own mother's first husband joined the Marines on December 9, 1941. He would later fight at Tarawa and Iwo Jima. I have nothing but undying respect and admiration for these folks. I have studied this era in American and aviation history all my life. My great uncle was a designer for Lockheed and worked primarily on the Constellation. I have a passion for the B-25 Marine and Army gunships and the couragous crews and the ground personnel that kept them going. You have my heartfelt thanks for sharing this wonderful website.

Added: January 13, 2005

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Tom Bell
From: Brooklyn, NY
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
This is an outstanding website commemorating an outstanding group of individuals. Thanks for providing me with the history of this remarkable group of men.

Added: December 4, 2004

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: John Martincevic
From: Oklahoma City, OK
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COMMENTS:
Outstanding web site! My father was a member of VMB-613 during this period. Sadly, my father (Matthew Martincevic) passed away in December 2000. To those members of 613 who are still with us and to those who have passed, I render a hand salute and a sincere Thank You for your service. You will always be part of America's greatest generation!

Added: November 21, 2004

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Eileen Hurst Downey
From: New Britain, CT
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
What a terrific web site!! I am conducting interviews for the Library of Congress Veterans Oral History Project and just interviewed a crew member of the VMB-613. Your web site provided me with a wealth of information about the unit. Thanks!

Added: November 9, 2004

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Eric Sperger
From: Upstate NY
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
I have checked out the website many times to keep up on what's new. I am doing research on all the Marine PBJ Squadrons with a special interrest in accidents and incidents both state side and in the Pacific. If anyone has photos or information on any accident or incident I would appreciate hearing from you. All photos will be promptly copied and returned! Hangar Queen and Parts Department photos are also appreciated.

Great website and well done! I am a Marine who served from 74-78 working on T-28's and CH-46's (Plane Captain and Crew Chief).

Semper Fi

Added: October 30, 2004

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Linda Henley
From: Eastern TN
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
You have done a tremendous job developing the VMB-613 website. It is an excellent, informative source of reference for anyone interested in the facts and history of the squadron. Your dedication to create a tribute worthy of these men who served is evident and admirable. I would say, 'Keep up the good work'...but I know you'll do that without any prompting.

Semper Fi!

Added: October 9, 2004

SUBMITTED BY:
Name: Robert J. Yanacek
From: Kill Devil Hills, NC
E-mail: Contact

COMMENTS:
Initial Logbook Entry - VMB-613 logbook opened this date.

Added: September 30, 2004