Author: Richard W. Johnson

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Veteran of the Month Clyde Lem Hairston

Clyde Lem Hairston was born on November 15, 1930 in Martinsville, Virginia. Clyde was educated in the Martinsville public schools and Charity Christian Church. Clyde enlisted in the United States Army in 1951. While serving, he received numerous awards and certificates and was honorably discharged in 1953.

Clyde moved to Philadelphia and was an employee at Messinger Bearing Company for many years. He became a faithful member of Northeast Baptist Church located in the Frankford section of Philadelphia. Clyde left Philadelphia and moved to Wadesboro, North Carolina and was employed by the North Carolina Department of Transportation for many years and retired. Clyde, after two years of retirement, went back to work and was employed by Tyson foods company of Monroe, North Carolina. Clyde was a dedicated husband and family man and loved by all who knew him. Client was also a veteran member of Lloyd C. Wilson American Legion Post 224 in the Frankford section.

Clyde Lem Hairston, rest in peace.

 

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Veteran of the Month: William (Junie) Fletcher

William (Junie) Fletcher was born on March 16, 1939 in the Frankford section of Philadelphia. Junie, as he was known, went to the following school: Henry Elementary, Harding Junior High and he graduated from Frankford High School. Junie joined the Army during the Korean conflict. He finished his basic training at Fort Hood, Texas. Junie received several awards during his training and was promoted to E-3 (Private First Class) and then served the rest of his military duties overseas. Junie was honorably discharged after his years of service.

Junie was baptized at a young age and was a dedicated member of Second Baptist Church. Junie also love being involved in community services. He loved baseball, football and shooting a game of pool. He also enjoyed parties and family gatherings. William (Junie) Fletcher left this world at a young age. He was very much loved by friends in Frankford section and loved and missed by his family and his memory is carved into their hearts and minds forever.

William (Junie) Fletcher – Thank you for your service!!!

 

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Veterans of the Month

Thank you for your service!!!

Lawrence Clay Jackson was born April 17, 1954, in the Frankford section of jacksonPhiladelphia.  He went to Smedley Elementary, Harding Jr. High, Frankford High School and Rutgers University.  He was a Baptist at Christ Stronghold. Clay, as he was known, joined the United States Marines in August 1974 and did his basic training at Paris Island, North Carolina.   He also served at El Toro, California. He received numerous awards and was promoted to the rank of E4 (Corporal). He was honorably discharged in 1973.  Clay is a tenor sax (Jazz) – The Tone P, a Postal worker for 30 years and American Legion Post 224 Finance Officer.  He is also an active member of Keystone V.I.P. Choice.

garyJames Gary was born on July 6, 1959, in the Frankford section of Philadelphia.  James attended Stearne Elementary, Harding Junior High, and Frankford High School. James enlisted in the Army in 1975 and did his basic training at Fort Bliss, Texas.  Then he was shipped to Germany. While serving, he received numerous awards and certificates and was promoted to the bank of E3 (PFC). James was honorably discharged in 1979 and he became an employee at Progress Electric Company. He is an active in American Legion Post 224, the Frankford Chargers and the Boys and Girls Club. James loves traveling, shopping crabbing and barbering.

Leonard E. Jaynes was born January 22, 1946, in the Frankford section of jamesPhiladelphia.  He attended Smedley Elementary, Harding Junior High, Frankford High School and St. Joseph’s.  He enlisted in the Army on July 13, 1966, and was stationed at Fort Gordon Georgia.  He then served time in Korea and at the Redstone Arsenal. Leonard received numerous awards and was promoted to the rank of E4 (SP4) and was honorably discharged.  He became a silversmith at Keystone Silver Company and is now he is employed at Home Depot.  He is an active member of Philadelphia Express Trac Club and is also a member of American Legion Post 224 and participates in other community projects.  Leonard is also is a great poet and track runner.

 

 

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Veteran of the Month – Charles Randolph

charles randolph 2Charles Randolph Jr. was born on October 27th 1958 in the Frankford section of Philadelphia.  Charlie, as he was known, went to the following schools: Disston Elementary, Harding Junior High and Frankford High School.  Charlie was baptized at an early age at Stat of Hope Baptist Church of Tacony.

He joined the U.S. Army in 1975 and was sent to Fort Dix, NJ for his military training.  Charlie received an Honorable Discharge after completing his military obligation, with the rank of E-3 (Private First Class).

Charlie worked at various jobs as a stock coordinator at most stores on the Frankford Avenue corridor in Frankford.  He loved his independent way of working.

He also loved fishing, sports and helping the elderly people with their chores or deliveries.  Charlie, now at the age of 58 is doing his thing at the neighborhood beer distributor (Frankford Beverage Inc.) helping customers with their packages.

So if you happen to see him, give him a thank you for his military service.

Charles, thank you for your service.

 

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Veteran of the Month – Gregory Lewis

Gregory L. Lewis was born on August 19th, 1947 in the Frankford section of Philadelphia. He was educated in the Philadelphia School System at Smedley Elementary, Harding Junior High and Frankford High School.

Gregory, at a young age, became a member of the AME (African Methodist Episcopal Church) where he now is now a member and an usher.

Gregory joined the U.S. Army in 1966 and was sent to Fort Jackson, South Carolina for his basic training. Gregory was assigned overseas to Germany where he finished his term of service. He received numerous Awards and was promoted to the rank of E-4 (Specialist Fourth Class) and was honorably discharged in 1969.

Gregory was employed at Star Sprinkler Company then later was employed at the Northwood nursing home. He is a faithful member of his church and also a great supporter of various community events when needed. He is also a member of American Legion Post 224 and a Junior Elk member.

 He loves traveling, hunting, Fishing and loves family gatherings. He also has a great passion for men’s fashion and would be known as a fashion innovator.

Gregory, we thank you for your service.