November 2010

Combat Logistics Regiment 15 (Fwd)

Commanding Officer 2

Sergeant Major 2
Chaplain 3

Marine Corps Birthday 4, 5

Headquarters & Service 6, 7

General Support Motor Transport 8, 9

Veteran’s Day 10

Thanksgiving 11

Maintenance 12, 13

Security 14, 15

Supply 16, 17
Surgical 18, 19

Mailing Addresses 20
Promotions 21

Awards, & Reenlistments 22

Family Readiness Officers 22

 Commanding Officer
Families and Friends of CLR-15(FWD),
Well … another month is under our belt here in Helmand Province, Afghanistan – and what a month it’s been!
We’ve been incredibly busy preparing for the onset of the “winter months” – it’s starting to get REALLY cold at night (down into
the 30s) and we’re bracing for some rainy days in the months ahead. While we don’t expect “significant” amounts of rain – any pre-
cipitation received will turn our sandy “roads” to mud; making movement a bit slower for our convoys and a lot more challenging for
those of us who work outside on a daily basis !
We greatly appreciate all the Halloween candy that was sent, as well as all the holiday decorations – it really helps us to feel closer
to home and you all.
We’ve had a few visitors come our way – there was the American Idol concert two weeks ago; Operation Outback came and served
us steaks, blooming onions and corn on the cob; some professional golfers came out for “pointers on our sand game”; and Mark
Wahlberg will be here in a few weeks to debut his new movie – so there’s no shortage of entertainment on those few occasions
when we can break away from the daily grind.
For Thanksgiving, the SgtMaj and I had the opportunity to serve ham, turkey, prime rib, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes,
green bean casserole and yams to most of our folks here at Camp Leatherneck. The companies were also able to send some steaks
out to our Marines and Sailors at the forward operating bases – we’ve got some really good pictures of the grills that were manu-
factured for the event and the feedback we received included, “…best meal I’ve had out here…” and “…in the top 5 steak dinners
I’ve had -- EVER !”
We welcomed a new surgical company to “our family” this month – and continue to work with our brother and sister Marines from
the East Coast and Hawaii; who have recently arrived in theater and taken over for units redeploying home for the holidays.
The volume of mail is really starting to pick up as the holidays approach – we’re working through all the challenges associated with
that … and we greatly appreciate everyone’s patience with the challenging, difficult and sometime frustrating situations created by
dealing with the post office. We’re doing our best to smooth things out and address challenges and issues.
I’d like to wish you all a happy holiday season. It’s not easy being away for the holidays – but our morale is high – thanks in large
part to the sacrifices you are making at home and the incredible support you’re providing.
Thank you for all that you do!
If anyone has any questions or concerns – please let me know.
Semper Fidelis,
Michael Murchison

Sergeant Major
Friends, Families, Fellow Marines & Sailors,
The month of November was a fast and fabulous month. We celebrated our 235th Marine Corps birthday, Veteran’s Day and had a grand
Thanksgiving. This month we had a lot to be thankful for! As we move into another busy month, please be patient with the mail system as well
as the availability of phone lines for your loved one to call home. Your loved ones are kicking butt over here and you should be very proud of
their accomplishments. The Marines & Sailors of this mighty regiment are absolutely outstanding!!! CLR-15 (FWD) would not be successful
without the teamwork that they display on a daily basis. We recently had a combat meritorious promotion board for Sergeant through Lance
Corporal, it was a tough competition. But again your loved ones brought home a gold medal in all ranks.

MERITORIOUS SGT: CPL SHAW, MERITORIOUS CPL: LCPL VALLERO, LCPL WHITESIDE, LCPL DANISH,
LCPL HAGERMAN & LCPL RUGGIERO!!! A Job extremely well done!
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and warm holiday season.

***Quote of the month: If you want a rainbow you have to put up with the rain.
Semper Fidelis, Sergeant Major C. S. Belle
 Chaplain’s Corner

Real Meaning of Christmas

For most of us, Christmas has many precious memories of times with our
family, friends and traditional activities. But, what is the real meaning of
Christmas? Well, it’s not just about decorated trees, food, parties, caroling,
shopping and gifts. It is really about the one gift. The gift that God gave to us,
His son Jesus Christ. The first Christmas was so special because that night Je-
sus, the Son of God, the Savior of man, was born into this world. Because of
that historical event, Christmas is one of the most important holidays for
Christians.

One way to keep Christ in Christmas, is begin this holy season right now with
Advent, the four weeks before Christmas. The word Advent comes from the
Latin advenio, "to come to," and thus refers to the coming of Christ. This
refers, first of all, to our celebration of Christ's birth at the first Christmas; and
second, to the coming of Christ in our lives by His grace through our faith, and
finally, His Second Coming at the end of time. Advent is a sacred tradition,
and an essential part of the Christmas season.

The Advent wreath with it’s four candles, has the themes of hope, peace, joy,
and love. Lighting the Advent candles each week with a prayer and Scripture
reading, can prepare your household for the real meaning of Christmas.

Blessings,
Chaplain David R. Bradley
 Happy 235th Birthday Marines
General Lejeune's Birthday Message
On November 1st. 1921, John A. Lejeune, 13th Commandant of the Marine Corps,
directed that a reminder of the Corps be published by every command, to all Marines
throughout the globe, on the Birthday of the Corps. Since the day, Marines have
continued to distinguish themselves on many battlefields and foreign shores, in war and
peace. On this Birthday of the Corps, therefore, in compliance with the will of the
13th Commandant, Article 38 United States Marine Corps Manual, Edition of 1921, is
published as follows:

"On November 10, 1775, a Corps of Marines was created by a resolution of the
Continental Congress. Since that date many thousands of men have borne that name
Marine. In memory of them it is fitting that we who are Marines should commemorate
the Birthday of our Corps by calling to mind the glories of its long and illustrious
history.

The record of our Corps is one which bear comparison with that of the most famous
military organizations in the world's history. During 90 of the 146 years of its existence
the Marine Corps has been in action against the Nation's foes. From the Battle of
Trenton to the Argonne, Marines have won foremost honors in war and in the long era
of tranquility at home generation after generation of Marines have grown gray in war
in both hemispheres, and in every corner of the seven seas so that our country and its
citizens might enjoy peace and security.

In every battle and skirmish since the Birth of the Corps, Marines have acquitted
themselves with the greatest distinction, winning new honors on each occasion until
the term "Marine" has come to signify all that is highest in military efficiency and
soldierly virtue.

This high name of distinction and soldierly repute we who are Marines today have
received from those who preceded us in the Corps. With it we also received from them
the eternal spirit which has animated our Corps from generation and has long been the
distinguishing mark of Marines in every age. So long as that spirit continues to flourish
Marines will be found equal to every emergency in the future as they have been in the
past, and the me of our nation will regard us as worthy successors to the long line of
illustrious men who have served as "Soldiers of the Sea" since the founding of the
Corps."
 1stSgt Robles and Cpl Shaw in front of the Regiment.

Oldest Marine
Col Bowen

SgtMaj Belle
Youngest Marine Guest of Honor &
LCpl Whiteside Col Ardovino GySgt Romero
 Headquarters & Service Company

Company Commander Company First Sergeant

1stLt Jeff Wunder GySgt Bruce Thompson

Families, another month has passed and we are now two months into the deployment.
The Marines and Sailors of Headquarters and Service Company had a busy month. They
continue to show their resiliency with challenges they continuously overcome. The Marines
and Sailors are inspirational, as they often volunteer and are ever ready for missions.
We have two Marines attending Corporal’s course and three others graduated Corpo-
ral’s course. Personnel are devoting much of their “spare time” to improving their martial
arts qualification. We had the martial arts instructors out there whipping it on to train
them. Our Sailors have been busy working on their FMF pin (one has already received his).
This month we have missed some of the major holidays with our families and friends
but we did our best to celebrate those special days with our military family here aboard
Camp Leatherneck. Instead of a fancy Marine Corps Ball in our Dress Blues, we formed up
on November 10th and participated in the 1st Marine Logistics Group cake cutting ceremony.
I truly believe this 235th Marine Corps birthday experience will be one that every one of
the Marines here will have a special memory of. Celebrating the birth of our Corps in a
combat environment lends a great sense of understanding as to why we do what we do.
The very next day we took time to remember our veteran’s. Each of us did this in
their own way. Being on deployment makes it hit home just a little bit more than usual as
to why Veteran’s Day is so special. Now each military member can say they have served in a
foreign country in a time of war. Whether they are out on patrols or supporting units inside
the wire, each member is doing their important job in support of the higher cause.
On Thanksgiving, we shared a special meal at the DFAC (chow hall). We gathered to-
gether, told stories of home, and shared laughs as we filled ourselves with all the favorite
foods of the holiday. The sports fans huddled around the television in to get a glimpse of
the football games. It was a pleasant day to relax and be thankful for you eagerly waiting
for our return.

Happy Birthday Michelle Sturgell – November 5th 2010.

“30 years young and even more beautiful than the day I met you.
Thank you for being the world’s greatest wife and mother. I love and miss you.”
Semper Fi, Staff Sergeant Sturgell.
 Headquarters & Service Company

Above: USO show by American Idol contestant Ayla Brown.

Right: GySgt Dockery. Far Right: Cpl Louissaint.

Above: Promotions and awards for November. Cpl Mullican, Cpl Roth, Cpl
Hall, & Cpl Strachn.

Below: LCpl Leach delivering the mail for the regiment!

Top Left: LtCol Murchison presents LTJG Apusen with his FMF pin.

Clockwise to the left: HM1 Harris, Cpl Wingenroth, and HM1 Collet
during the Combat Life Saver course.
 General Support Motor Transport Company

C o m p a n y F i r s t
C o m m a n d e r S e r g e a n t

Friends and Families,

The Marines and Sailors of General Support Motor Transport Company continue to inspire and amaze me with their hard
work, professionalism and superior performance. With the days getting shorter and weather getting colder the Marines
and Sailors have taken it in stride and are continuing to accomplish the missions assigned with confidence. The missions
are very important ones and many Marines commands/units rely on General Support Motor Transport Company in order
to complete their own missions. With the added difficulties of weather and seasonal changes, the Marines and Sailors
haven’t skipped a beat in maintaining and striving toward continual job excellence in all they do. I want to extend to all
the friends, families and loved ones a happy holiday season, and to again thank you- for all
your devotion and faithfulness both in thought and generosity by way of all the care
packages received. We are looking forward to the holiday season and are tremendously
thankful for everything we have- outstanding camaraderie and great support networks
both here and from home. I am truly swollen with pride and privileged to be the Com-
manding Officer of these Marines and Sailors and am looking forward to the unending
work efforts from them, and unwavering impression and influence they leave etched on
others.
SEMPER FI! Maj Collins

Families, Veterans, Friends, and Supporters of GSMT Company-

Greetings and Happy Holidays to all from the Helmand Providence, here in Afghanistan! Let me start by saying how extremely proud and
privileged I am to be surrounded by such an exceptional group of professionals- your Marines and Sailors of GSMT Company. All have stead-
ily continued to acquit themselves exceptionally well on the battlefield. These Warriors have been working long and hard in reaching and
accomplishing every assigned mission and task given to them with the utmost determination, success, and esprit de corps. Despite the Holiday
Season inching forward, with missed loved ones, sprits remain high and their flex in protecting each other spirals upward- into an ever so vigi-
lant and totally committed posture. Rest assure, that your Marines and Sailors have displayed and expressed their gratitude for everyone’s
support during this honored time of serving our great nation when our duty calls. Your continued outreached efforts of support, words of en-
couragement, and generosity have played a significant role in the continuation of successes we have had thus far- for that I sincerely thank-you
all.
As one third of our deployment has nearly past, the upcoming months continue to bring a new set of challenges
ahead. Stand strong and honored, that your Marine or Sailor will prevail if faced with adversity through their
diligence in training, the proven levels of competence at which they have continually preformed to date, and
with the support of their fellow Service Members serving side by side with them- tackling and accomplishing
any endeavor that poses a hardship or obstacle with the utmost safety and welfare always at heart and in mind.
Lastly, we are truly grateful for the superior efforts of both those who have dedicated their time and resources
by way of care packages and letters, and of our Family Readiness Officer (FRO), Mrs. Lynda Schubert, serv-
ing as the channel and link that connects our Company with family, friends and loved ones. She can be
reached via email at lynda.schubert@usmc.mil or by phone at 760-725-6750. May I also remind you, that she
is the direct link for GSMT Company only; she stays abreast with updated and current information, concerns,
and/or guidance. Thank-you all once again, for your support and echoed words of encouragement to everyone
here at GSMT Company and Combat Logistics Regiment-15.
Remain Semper Fidelis,
1stSgt Adam E. Fraser
General Support Motor Transport Company
 VETERANS DAY MESSAGE FROM THE COMMANDANT
ALMAR 44/10
1. 11 NOVEMBER 1918 MARKED THE END OF THE "GREAT" WAR. ORIGINALLY CELEBRATED AS ARMISTICE DAY
UNTIL 1954, THE DAY WAS SET ASIDE FOR ALL AMERICANS TO REMEMBER THE SERVICE OF THOSE IN UNI-
FORM. NOW KNOWN AS VETERANS DAY, 11 NOVEMBER PROVIDES ALL AMERICANS THE SOLEMN OPPORTUNITY
TO PAY TRIBUTE TO THOSE MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAVE GIVEN SO MUCH OF THEMSELVES IN DEFENSE OF OUR
COUNTRY AND THE FREEDOMS WE HOLD DEAR.
2. LIKE THEIR PREDECESSORS, TODAY'S SOLDIERS, SAILORS, AIRMEN, MARINES AND COAST GUARDSMEN
CONTINUE TO STAND UNWAVERING IN THE FACE OF DEADLY FOES, PROVIDING SECURITY TO OUR NATION AND
BRINGING STABILITY TO THE OPPRESSED AROUND THE WORLD. SINCE THE BIRTH OF OUR REPUBLIC, AMER-
ICA'S VETERANS HAVE PAID A HIGH PRICE FOR FREEDOM. ON THIS HALLOWED DAY, PLEASE REMEMBER EACH
MEMBER OF OUR MILITARY COMMUNITY WITH REVERENCE FOR THEIR WILLINGNESS TO GO INTO HARM'S
WAY AND SACRIFICE OF THEMSELVES IN SERVICE TO OUR GREAT NATION.
3. ON BEHALF OF THE ENTIRE MARINE CORPS, I AM HONORED TO SALUTE THE BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN OF OUR
NATION'S ARMED FORCES FOR THEIR DEVOTION TO DUTY AND COMMITMENT TO THE UNITED STATES AND ITS
CITIZENS.
4. SEMPER FIDELIS, JAMES F. AMOS, GENERAL, U.S. MARINE CORPS, COMMANDANT OF THE MARINE CORPS.//

CLR-15 Fwd conducting combat logistic patrols to resupply

Coalition Forces throughout the RC/SW area of operations.

Difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day

Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Memorial Day is a day for remembering
and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those
who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. While those who died are also
remembered on Veterans Day, Veterans Day is the day set aside to thank and honor ALL
those who served honorably in the military – in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day
is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their
contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all
those who served – not only those who died – have sacrificed and done their duty.
 Thanksgiving in Afghanistan
The wall of holiday greeting
cards has been put up in
the command post. It is al-
ready getting full of warm
wishes from friends, fami-
lies, and the many proud
Americans that have sent
care packages to the Ma-
rines and Sailors of CLR-15
(FWD).

Although we were not able to spend Thanksgiving

with our families back home, the chow hall person-
nel made sure there was a feast for us to share
with our deployed family.
Some personnel were not able to make it to the
chow hall during regular chow hours due to mission
requirements, but no fear the chow hall stayed
open later and provided everyone with a hot
Thanksgiving dinner.
 Maintenance Company
C o m p a n y C o m m a n d e r F i r s t S e r g e a n t
CO REMARKS 1STSGT REMARKS

Greetings again, families, friends and love Friends and Loved Ones,
ones of Maintenance Company. Seems like
I hope you are all doing well back home. This is our sec-
time has flown since our last newsletter, but
ond newsletter and time has its way of sneaking by very
that is a good thing. When we first arrived on
quickly. Before you know it, your loved ones will be back
deck I passed guidance to everyone that
in the states celebrating our return from Afghanistan. As I
there are two words we would not use when it
stated in the last newsletter, our warriors’ motivation re-
came to providing support to our customers
mains high and their sense of accomplishment has not dropped a bit. They
and they were “No” and “Can’t”. I want you all to know your Ma-
continue to amaze me everyday with their abilities to make things happen
rines continue to amaze not only myself, but everyone they come into
to support the warfighters.
contact with and for the support they are providing all over the Hel-
mand Province of Afghanistan. The weather is getting colder, but it
doesn’t matter, your Marines just put on another layer of cloth and
continue to accomplish the mission. They continue to shine and I am I would like to thank all our family and friends for your generous support.
very proud to be their Company Commander. The outpouring of packages and mail we have received is truly amazing.
Every platoon’s area you step into has all sorts of treats for everyone to
enjoy. Our Halloween contest was a success, our Thanksgiving field meet
and dinner are upon us, and Christmas lights and decorations are already
Once again I would like to welcome the new additions to the Mainte-
going up. Your care packages are certainly helping us make the best out
nance Company family. First, I congratulate Cpl Benitez and his wife
of our temporary home during the holiday season. Please continue to
Lizbeth on the birth of their new baby boy, Carlos Julian Benitez.
keep your Marines motivated with your emails, letters, and packages.
Next, I’d like to congratulate LCpl Villanueva and his wife Cecilia on
the birth of their new baby boy, Edward Matthew. Congratulations to
you all!!
While fully engaged in daily operations we had the opportunity to send
and successfully complete Cpl Jorge Carrillo and Cpl Carlos Yanez to
Corporal’s Course. Corporals Course is a key foundational training to
In closing, I’d like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving and
enhance the abilities of these Marines and prepare them to be tomorrow’s
Happy Holidays. I know it is hard being away from loved ones dur-
leaders. Job well done Marines.
ing this season but I want everyone back home to know that we are a
very tight family out here. The morale and motivation remains high
and your Marines are doing great things. You are all missed dearly
and you all are in our thoughts and prayers. In closing, I would like to wish you all a belated Happy Thanksgiving and
holiday season. As warriors, we enjoyed our Thanksgiving in Afghanistan
in the best way we no how…with our Maintenance Company Family. Take
care and have an enjoy the holidays.
Semper Fidelis,
Semper Fidelis,
Major Jim Towney
1stSgt E. J. Robles

PHOTOS:
On 1 November, the company was able to reward sev-
eral Marines for their hard work and dedication to the
Marine Corps during our second awards and promotion
ceremony in country. These Marines have certainly
earned this and we hope we will be able to recognize all
the Marines for their outstanding character and work.

Pictured (Top Photo, left to right): Selected Marine Corps Reserve Certificate recipients, Cpl Harmon, LCpl Arthur, LCpl Renninger, LCpl Swanson, Cpl
Villapando, LCpl Warner, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal Recipient Cpl Wright. (Bottom Row, left to right): Newly promoted GySgt Samuels, SSgt
Houseman, LCplDawson, LCpl Holt, Sgt Smithheisler, Sgt VanHoogmoed, Cpl Base, Cpl Diem, Cpl Grenia, Cpl Lee, Cpl NoyolaSanchez
 Maintenance Company
Mailing Addresses:
Camp Leatherneck: FOB Dwyer: FOB Payne: FOB EDI: FOB Nolay: FOB Delaram II:
Rank, Full Name Rank, Full Name Rank, Full Name Rank, Full Name Rank, Full Name Rank, Full Name
CLR 15 FWD MAINT. CLR15 FWD (DWYER) CLR15 FWD (PAYNE) CLR15 FWD (EDI) CLR15 FWD (NOLAY) CLR15 FWD
CO (DELARAM II)
ATTN: MAINT CO UNIT 42276 UNIT 42133 UNIT 42286
UNIT 42286 UNIT 42278
UNIT 42279 FPO AP 96427-2276 FPO AP 96427-2133 FPO AP 96427-2286
FPO AP 96427-2286 FPO AP 96427-2278
FPO AP 96427-2279

HQ Platoon Photos :

RIP Platoon Photos :

 Security Company
C o m p a n y C o m m a n d e r
C a p t a i n J e n s e n
Families and Friends of Security Company,
As you might have heard from your service member,
the days are long, but the weeks go by fast. The average days
are filled with physical training (PT), walking to and from the
chow hall, multiple training classes covering a multitude of
subjects, vehicle preparations, personal gear preparations, and
that time spent while supporting missions.
This monthly letter I would like to highlight our Non-
Commissioned Officers (NCOs) who have been working very
hard everyday to ensure that their squad is the most prepared
and proficient of the seven squads. Security Company is very
lucky to have so many well versed, knowledgeable and hard
working NCOs (Sergeants and Corporals) to lead their Marines
each and everyday in the accomplishment of their missions. I
would like to highlight the seven squad leaders (also sometimes
referred to as section leaders) this month. The squad leaders
and the NCOs in their squads have taken charge and have
made this company run since the beginning. If it wasn’t for
their hard efforts and esprit de corps, then this company of
14 different combining units, and 15 different MOSs (military
occupational specialties) would not be the fighting force that
it is today.
(1st Platoon) (SSgt Llanos)
1st Squad leader -Sgt Detwiler
2nd Squad leader -Sgt Stark
3rd Squad leader -Sgt Brown
(2nd Platoon) (SSgt Adams)
1st Squad leader -SSgt Wilder/ Sgt Johnson
2nd Squad leader -Sgt Scoski
3rd Squad leader -Sgt Medley
4th Squad leader / PSD -Sgt Nelson / Sgt Miller
So again I want to thank you for the hard work and
dedication of all of your Marines and Sailors of Security Com-
pany. As we all are getting into the Holiday Season, your tins
of baked goods and candies are out for all, and the decora-
tions are starting to be hung around their living and work
spaces. Always, if you need anything I can be reached at
kathleen.jensen@afg.usmc.mil
Semper Fidelis, Capt Kathy Jensen
F i r s t S e r g e a n t
G y S g t S t a r z y
Families and Friends of Security Company,
I would like to take time out to introduce myself, I
am GySgt Joseph C. Starzy and I am the 1st Sergeant for
Security Company. I am also damn proud to be a part of the
finest Company in Combat Logistics Regiment 15 (FWD)! You
might say I am a little too PROUD, but our Marines and Sail-
ors are the Tip of the Spear and have proven themselves
time and time again every time we leave the wire. We lead all
Combat Logistic Patrols from the front and are constantly
relied upon to provide the overall security for those we pro-
tect. By doing this, it supports other units in much needed
supplies to fight the war on terrorism.
We first started as a Company with over 15 differ-
ent military occupation skills from all over the United States.
As a Company we are a mixture of many different back-
grounds and lifestyles. From the Heartlands of America to
the Big City lights, our Marines and Sailors have come to
forge a hard fighting, hard hitting Marine Unit! This is a
unit to be proud of and that’s hold true to the title of Ma-
rines. Our Navy Corpsmen are just as strong and when their
actions to duty calls out, they risk life and limb to save Ma-
rines in need. You might say I am being a little too arrogant,
but in fact I am only saying just a little. If you only could see
what I see as their senior enlisted leader, you would be
proud.
Your Marines and Sailors deal with things most
Americans couldn’t, so I say, be proud of them and know that
your values that you as family members have set, stand as a
good foot print within them. We are known as BOONDOCK
SAINT’S., for short we are called Boondocks. Our principles
and standards run strong as does our work ethic! From US to
Coalitions forces, we are known throughout the area of op-
eration and they always feel safe when we are in route to
recover them. In short we go where others dare and help
when others can’t! One of our motto’s is “In hours of Dark-
ness, We stand strong!
Well folks, if you need anything please feel free to
reach me at joseph.starzy@afg.usmc.mil at anytime.
Semper Fidelis, Gunnery Sergeant Joseph C. Starzy
Security Company
 Supply Company
Family and Friends of Supply Company,

This is the second of 5 newsletters from Afghanistan and I am glad that we are providing
you an update of your Marines and Sailors…time is flying by over here! First off, they are doing
great! We have Marines and Sailors spread all over the area of operations providing our unique sup-
ply, distribution, ammunition, medical logistics and customer service support to the Marines, Sailors
and coalition partners of the Regional Command Southwest, Afghanistan. This is a huge task, and
everyone of your loved ones have been up for the challenge. Your Marines and Sailors are profes-
sional, being safe and working diligently to accomplish the mission night and day.

On a softer side, we have fun doing our jobs! Congratulations goes out to the Stor-
age Section for becoming the champion of the First and Only Supply Company Annual Thanksgiving
Football Tournament. All had a blast and enjoyed our time together. Congratulations goes out to the
SUPPLY COMPANY
Smalley and Pineda families on the birth of their children.
COMMANDER
May you have a safe and holy Holiday Season! Semper Fidelis,

Major Luke T. Holian,

Family, friends and loved ones,

I hope this finds you well and you are planning ahead for a great holiday season. I say
planning ahead because just as I said last month if you are safe and the kids are safe then your
Marine or Sailor can keep their head in the ever changing fight. I know this, because I too have a
wife and 5 month old daughter. The majority of Marines who are not married also have a signifi-
SUPPLY COMPANY cant others they care about. The holidays can be an amazing time for everyone or a stressful
FIRST SERGEANT time depending on your planning ahead.

I want to thank all of you for each and every letter, care package and e-mail you send out
here. I cannot explain the priceless look on a Marine ’ s face when he or she receives one of your
packages, reminding them of why they are here. I just received pictures of my wife and daughter
today in the mail and it has really made me feel great. If you have not heard, anything you want to
mail to your Marines by Christmas needs to be sent out by the end of November due to the over-
whelming increase our postal system will receive.

In the meantime, I want to let you know that the spirit of the company is actually
growing stronger with time and it is evident that we are becoming a team and family carrying on
the standards and traditions of the Marine Corps.

1stSgt M. Garcia
 “Hard work PAYS OFF…
NO one said it PAID GOOD” -D BLOCK

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S E N I O R
C o m p a n y
E N L I S T E D
C o m m a n d e r
L E A D E R
C D R D O N N A
H M C R U B E N
J E F C O A T
P A L K I N

To all Families, Friends and Supporters of Alpha Surgical Com- Greetings to Families and Friends of Alpha Surgical from
pany: I can assure you that your loved ones are trained and Afghanistan,
“ready for the next patient”. As I visit them throughout the Hel-
We have been here for one month now and every Marine
mand Province, I am continually impressed by our Sailors and Ma-
and Sailor is doing well. The Company Commander and I
rines. Their professionalism and dedication to this mission is un-
decided that we would visit the Shock Trauma Platoon that
stinting. I am fond of history. Our link with these past defend-
is currently at Payne. I have visited with all the Marines
ers of our freedom and way of life is clear and is directly tied to
and Sailors. They are in high spirits. We were treated a
those that served during the greatest national conflict since the
wonderful Thanksgiving Dinner. The Commander and I
founding--our own Civil War (1861-1865). It was during that dark
helped serve dinner to the Marines and Sailors on board
time in 1863 that President Lincoln proclaimed a national day of
the Camp. While at the camp we were able to see the team
"Thanksgiving and Praise" that we continue to observe to this
in action with several drills. The team is working well to-
day. I encourage you to read President Lincoln's Thanksgiving
gether. The Marines and Sailors at Payne celebrated the
proclamation to refresh why we recognize Thanksgiving at http://
235th Marine Corps Birthday by running 235 laps around
www.nps.gov/history/history/online_books/source/sb2/sb2w.htm
the camp. Please enjoy the pictures of the Marines and
Alpha Surgical may be far away, “sojourning in foreign lands” but Sailors from the STP at Payne. Thank you for all the sup-
the mission we perform is vital and necessary. port and Happy Holidays.
Warmest Regards, CDR Jefcoat -Chief Palkin
Surgical Company
 Mailing Addresses for All CLR-15 FWD
CLR 15 FWD H&S CO CLR15 FWD SURGICAL CO
UNIT 42145 UNIT 42135
FPO AP 96427-2145 FPO AP 96427-2135
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CLR15 FWD MAINT CO CLR15 FWD GSMT CO

UNIT 42286 UNIT 42147
FPO AP 96427-2286 FPO AP 96427-2147
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CLR15 FWD SECURITY CO CLR15 FWD SUPPLY CO

UNIT 42160 UNIT 42285
FPO AP 96427-2160 FPO AP 96427-2285
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CLR15 FWD (DELARAM II) CLR15 FWD (MARJEH)

UNIT 42278 UNIT 42134
FPO AP 96427-2278 FPO AP 96427-2134
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CLR15 FWD (DWYER) CLR15 FWD (DWYER)

ATTN: SUPPLY CO OR SURGICAL CO ATTN: MAINT CO
UNIT 42277 UNIT 42279
FPO AP 96427-2277 FPO AP 96427-2279
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CLR15 FWD (PAYNE) CLR15 FWD (EDI)

UNIT 42276 UNIT 42133

FPO AP 96427-2276 FPO AP 96427-2133
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CLR15 FWD (NOLAY) THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE WITH THE CHANGES TO THE

UNIT 42286 ADDRESSES. WE WANT TO ENSURE THAT EVERY MARINE & SAILOR

FPO AP 96427-2286 RECEIVES THE MAIL THAT YOU SEND. PLEASE USE THE CORRECT

ADDRESS AS IT PERTAINS TO YOUR SERVICE MEMBER.

DATE UPDATED: 13 NOVEMBER 2010

 November Promotions

Gunnery Sergeant
Renauld Samuels (Maint)

Staff Sergeant
David Houseman (Maint)
Ricardo Jones (Supply)
Otis Karngbaye (GSMT)

Sergeant
Eric Delcid (GSMT), Erasmo Galaviz (Supply), Crystal Garza (Supply),
Stephen Heiser (Supply), Donaciano Hernandez Jr. (Maint), Isaac Jaramillo (Maint),
Alayna Madden (Supply), Jeremy Rocco (Supply), Jacob Smithhisler (Maint),
Andrew Vanhoogmoed (Maint)

Corporal
Jonathan Base (Maint), Laura Diaz (Maint), William Diem (Maint),
Christopher Grenia (Maint), Cody Lee (Maint), Joseph Mullican (H&S),
Max Noyolasanchez (Maint), Zachary Roth (H&S), Nathan Sorrentino (Sec),
Bryan Stutheit (Maint)

Lance Corporal
Aaron Dawson (Maint), Michael Goerke III (Supply), William Holguin (Supply),
Edgar Lopez (Supply), Isai Moreno (GSMT), Joshua Pfel (GSMT)

Private First Class

Brandon Rhodes (Supply)
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FORWAR D

Family Readiness Officer’s

allen.r.fowler@usmc.mil H&S Company

leah.prouty@usmc.mil Surgical Company

marty.k.rector@usmc.mil Supply & Security Companies / 4th MLG)

lynda.schubert@usmc.mil General Suporrt Motor Transport Company

leonila.thompson@usmc.mil Maintenance Company

The unit’s mailing addresses were provided on previous page. To send mail to your Marine or Sailor, just put their
rank and name above the CLR-15 line. Mail takes a week or more to arrive. With the holidays coming up fast, the
Post Office has recommended sending packages by the following dates to ensure its arrival before the holidays:

Christmas—mail before 7 December

Combat Logistics Regiment-15 (Forward) is on Facebook. Search: CLR-15 FWD

Reenlistments Awards
Certificate of Commendation

SSgt Quintas (Maint) Daryl Avilavargas (GSMT), Radarius Brown (Supply)

Anthony Danish (Sec), Nicholas Jesson (GSMT),
Martin Kim (Sec), Logan Pinkston (Supply)

Good Information Combat Action Ribbon

American Red Cross Mark Gee (GSMT), Christopher Anderson (Sec),

Jacob Arnold (Sec), Elias Barrera (GSMT),

National Toll Free 877-272-7337 Thomas Curran (Sec), Brian Elkie (GSMT),
Scott Hendrix (GSMT), Fernando Martinez (GSMT),
Camp Pendleton Office 760-725-6877
Jay Parales (Sec), Richard Parker (Maint),
Donald Phillips (Sec), Justin Phillips (GSMT),
Duty Number
Enmanuel Pichardodelacruz (GSMT),
CLR-15 Duty 760-725-3976
Anthony Ruggiero (Sec), Ian Watkins (Sec),
Forrest Winter (Sec)