In Memory

Col Eugene F. Crooks

Feb. 16, 1927 to Sept. 5, 2025

Col Eugene F. Crooks served 1.5 years in the U.S. Marine Corps and 30 years in the U.S. Army including service in three wars, WWII, Korean War and Vietnam War.

His article was published in the May 2019 issue of the Alabama Gazette.

Private First Class Roy Franklin Stephens

Sept. 27,1927 to Sept.11,2025

Private First Class Roy Franklin Stephens served four years in the U.S Army including service in the Korean War.

His article was published in the July 2022 issue of the AL Gazette.

Gerald Thompson

Aug. 02,1927 to Sept.10, 2025

Gerald Thompson served 13 months in the US Navy during WWII. He served as a postal inspector and as an anti-aircraft gunner.

His article was published in the December 2023 of the AL Gazette.