Commander Chapter 572 James E. Weathers	Contact: Commander@moph572.Org
. Posted 9 January 2016. Hello Everyone, I am pleased to announce the final arrangements for the Carrol M. Fyffe Memorial Chapter Annual Membership Appreciation Dinner. Timeline is: 5:00 - 5:20 pm: Meet and Greet 5:20 pm: Seated for Opening Remarks 5:30 pm - UTC: Dinner Immediately after meal: Presentation of Honored Guest and Special Recognition Awards. Everything should be completed by 9:00 pm. For those who may require assistance in driving, assistance will be available - please indicate with RSVP. Please check out the full page invitation for members at Full Page Invitation and also the Menu Selection at Dinner RSVP. RSVP prior to January 18, 2016 to Chapter Commander Eddie Weathers, (520) 456-4645, Commander@moph572.org. Dress is Formal/Business Attire, Active Duty and Retired Military Personnel may choose to wear Dress Uniform. If wearing Civilian Attire, Purple Heart Recipients should wear Full Size Purple Heart Medal, Miniature Purple Heart Medal or Purple Heart/MOPH Lapel Pin. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact me immediately. James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 25 November 2015. To Patriots, Family and Friends, As we gather tomorrow to celebrate this Thanksgiving, my thoughts go out to you and yours for a safe and happy Holiday. One of many things to be thankful for is our unique ability to be able to celebrate this Holiday Season in our beloved Nation. For those of us who are fortunate that we may spend this Thanksgiving with Friends, Family and our Loved Ones - please take a reflective moment to recognize and remember those Servicemen and Women who are not able to be with their Families this year due to their dedicated service to Our Great Nation. Yours in Patriotism, James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 27 August 2015. Today [26 August 2015], I accepted a $500 donation from Elsie at Sierra Toyota on behalf of the Chapter. Elsie and her Team at Sierra Toyota are staunch supporters of Combat Wounded Veterans throughout the Greater Sierra Vista Area. Thanks to Cherry Creek Radio for their month long Radioathon and the donations that have been brought in through their efforts. (l to r): Elsie of Sierra Toyota, Commander Weathers and Nicholas - Commander Weathers' Service Dog James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 11 April 2015. All, It is my pleasure to inform you that on April 28, 2015 at 1000; Cochise County will be proclaimed a Purple Heart County. The second Purple Heart County in the state of Arizona and the first Purple heart County in Southern Arizona. The proclamation will be held at the Cochise County Board of Supervisors Building, 1415 Melody Lane Building G. Bisbee, AZ 85603. Yours in Patriotism, James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 19 January 2015. Patriots of Chapter 572, I want to personally Thank Everyone for the success of this year's Annual Membership Appreciation Dinner. The list of vital contributions is too long to put here, but they are many! Yours in Patriotism, James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 19 October 2014. ALL- Hello and hope this e-mail finds everyone doing well. Just a quick e-mail to let everyone know what all is going on. This coming Thursday, October 23 at 5:00 pm (1700) at the Sierra Vista City Hall - City Council Meeting Room; Mayor Rick Mueller will read the proclamation designating Sierra Vista as the second Purple Heart City in all of Arizona and the first Purple Heart City in southern Arizona. All are invited to attend, if you haven't received your invitation please reply to this e-mail or email Chapter Adjutant Christopher Vedvick. Dress is semi-formal/formal with all Purple Heart/MOPH regalia if possible. This coming up Saturday, October 25 is the Top Gun 6 shooting event at the Sierra Vista Gun Range. All are invited out to either participate or to come on out and watch the match. This year MOPH Chapter 572 will also be Honoring Border Patrol Agent Alex Gianni, who gave the ultimate sacrifice on May 28, 2014. Agent Gianni was posted to the Wilcox Station, lived in Tucson but had a very long association with Sierra Vista and Cochise County. And lastly, for October - our regular membership meeting is scheduled for October 29, at 6:00pm (1800) at the Landmark Café. We have coordinated with Lawley Automotive Group for this year's Sierra Vista Veterans Day Parade, Tuesday November 11, 2014. All Patriots are welcome to join the Chapter in riding in the Parade, as part of the Veterans Day Ceremonies after the Parade at Veterans Memorial Park (Sierra Vista) - a plaque dedication proclaiming Sierra Vista as a Purple Heart City will occur. Please come out and participate in this historic event. Yours in Patriotism, James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 23 September 2014. ALL, Hope this e-mail finds everyone well. This coming Friday, Saturday and Sunday is the MWR Fun Festival in Veterans Memorial Park, Sierra Vista. The last few ticket/booth sale opportunities have worked out really well using four hour shifts of volunteers. Friday 26 SEP 2014: Event 1600-2300 Set up no later than 1530 (I plan on arriving at 1500 to begin) Volunteers needed: 1600-2000: Eddie Weathers, 2000-2300: Tear down (2300) Eddie Weathers (need another volunteer). Saturday 27 SEP 2014 Event 1200-2300 (set up no later than 1130) Volunteers needed: 1200-1600:Eddie Weathers, 1600-2000 2000-2300 (help with tear down): Eddie Weathers, Sunday 28 SEP 2014 Event 1200-1800 (set up not later than 1130) Volunteers needed: 1200-1500: Eddie Weathers, 1500-1800: Also need volunteers to help tear down, I will be out of town after 1500. Yours in Patriotism, Eddie James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 23 September 2014. ALL, Friendly reminder that tomorrow evening, 1800 Landmark Café is our "return from Summer" General Membership monthly meeting. Hope to see you all there! James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 03 August 2014. NATIONAL PURPLE HEART DAY August 7 On this day in 1782, in Newburgh, New York, General George Washington, the commander in chief of the Continental Army, created the "Badge for Military Merit," a decoration consisting of a purple, heart-shaped piece of silk, edged with a narrow binding of silver, with the word Merit stitched across the face in silver. The badge was to be presented to soldiers for "any singularly meritorious action" and permitted its wearer to pass guards and sentinels without challenge. The honoree's name and regiment were also to be inscribed in a "Book of Merit." Washington's "Purple Heart" was awarded to only three known Soldiers during the Revolutionary War: Elijah Churchill, William Brown and Daniel Bissell, Jr. The "Book of Merit" was lost, and the decoration was largely forgotten until 1927, when General Charles P. Summerall, the U.S. Army chief of staff, sent an unsuccessful draft bill to Congress to "revive the Badge of Military Merit." In 1931, Summerall's successor, General Douglas MacArthur, took up the cause, hoping to reinstate the medal in time for the bicentennial of George Washington's birth. On February 22, 1932, Washington's 200th birthday, the U.S. War Department announced the creation of the "Order of the Purple Heart." It's not a medal a Soldier wants to earn. Criteria and standards are strict so as to protect the sacred nature of this military decoration. It is a medal of immeasurable cost and inestimable value. Recipients of the Purple Heart Medal are referred as "Patriots" in keeping with the historical connection to the Badge of Military Merit. And Patriots they truly are. On this day, please all take a moment to reflect on the history of the Purple Heart, it's special meaning and remember the estimated 1.8 million Patriots awarded the Purple Heart Medal since February 22, 1932. Yours in Patriotism James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 04 July 2014. On this Independence Day we celebrate our great nation’s victory of tyranny and the establishment of the United States of America as an independent and sovereign country. A country that promotes liberty, freedom and hope for all of its citizens. That freedom from tyranny did not come without sacrifice. Our liberty was, and still is, forged through the blood and tears of many selfless Patriots, Soldiers and their families. It is through their courage and sacrifice that we can celebrate 238 years of freedom today. There are men and women deployed today, putting themselves in harms way, in order to continue to ensure that the United States of America remains free. We pray for their safety and wish them luck as they stand watch guarding our doors from terror. I wish you all a safe and happy Independence Day. May God bless you and God bless America. Christopher Vedvick Adjutant and Finance Officer COL Carroll M. Fyffe Memorial Chapter Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 572 Sierra Vista, AZ (910) 366-2836 www.moph572.org www.twitter.com/moph572
. Posted 09 June 2014. Hello All, In the past few months our Chapter has accomplished so many great things in supporting Combat Wounded Veterans, their Families, Veterans in general and our Community. Our inaugural issues of Chapter 572 Newsletter is a huge success and a very heartfelt Thank You to Chapter Adjutant Christopher Vedvick for that venture. The Department of Arizona State Convention was a treasure trove of valuable information sharing and as a result, Chapter 572 received accolades from the National Junior Vice Commander Robert Puskar, Region VI Commander DR. Richard D. Small, as well as State Commander Billy Weldon. Congratulations to Patriot Joe Tidwell (Chapter 790), State Inspector and National Aide de Camp on his Honor of being named Patriot of the Year for the Department of Arizona. We have joined in assisting Valor Hospice in their volunteer program for caring for Veterans in Hospice Care, as well as making a donation to their library fund. We have had the Honor of recognizing four outstanding young Citizens from Tombstone High School, Buena High School, Nogales and Rio Rico High Schools with the Military Order of the Purple Heart JROTC Leadership Award. Also, we were honored to recognize the Girl Scout and Brownie Troops in Sierra Vista for their contributions in supporting our Servicemen and Servicewomen, Wounded Veterans and their Families and Veterans of all Services. Our Viola Sales were a huge success the 1st two days of Memorial Day weekend, in a combined 14 hours; $2002.51 was raised. Another HUGE heartfelt THANK YOU to the Citizens of Cochise County. Also, Trailboss Outfitters has begun a campaign on Chapter 572's behalf - the entire month of June, 2% of all firearm sales will be donated to the Chapter. As many of you know we of the Chapter have a long relationship with the kind folks at TrailBoss for their outstanding and continuous support of the Annual Top Shot Charity Shooting Event. Top Shot 6 is scheduled for October 25, 2014. The raffle prize and tickets will be decided upon this week so look for tickets to be coming out SOON!! Another huge THANK YOU to Mr. Josh Rummerfield for his unyielding efforts in making this event more successful than the last. We could never put into words our appreciation for Josh. I want to Thank Chapter Adjutant Christopher Vedvick again for all of his hard work in putting the ideas in a proposal for Sierra Vista to become the First City in Southern Arizona to be designated as a PURPLE HEART CITY, his written proposal was beyond reproach and was extremely well received by Mayor Rick Mueller and the City Council. We are expecting a favorable vote on the proposal at the up coming City Council Meeting. Participation at Chapter meetings and events are at a high point than in the last five years, a very special Thank You to all for that achievement. And I am very pleased to announce that we have had six New Members join the Chapter in the last year. Thank You all for your support and dedication. Yours in Patriotism James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 22 May 2014. To many, Memorial Day, the Federal U.S. holiday that takes place every year on the last Monday of May, is just another excuse for a three-day or four-day weekend. It’s also known as the day that marks the official start of summer and as a day devoted to getting great deals at the mall. However, the true meaning of Memorial Day goes far beyond barbecues, pool parties and mattress sales. The holiday began after the Civil War, and at that time was known as “Decoration Day.” While it was originally founded to honor the Soldiers who died in the Civil War, today, Memorial Day is a day to Honor all of the Americans who have died in the Service of our Great Nation. Patriotic Americans should take a moment from their day of celebration and leisure to reflect on the brave sacrifices of those who have given their lives for this Great Nation. I ask that ALL Americans take time to remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Yours in Patriotism James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 15 March 2014. Thank You to Everyone who was able to come out to the Annual Membership Appreciation Dinner last night! Good friends and good food always make an excellent combination! A big THANK YOU to the Outside Inn, our gracious host for an amazing meal! James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 14 February 2014. All, Due to several concerns about the conflict of the proposed Membership Appreciation Dinner date and the Republican Party Convention, it has been decided to moved the dinner date to the first or second Saturday in March. We are scheduling a regular monthly meeting for Wednesday, February 26th at the Landmark Cafe. More details will be known and disseminated then. Thank You All. James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 23 December 2013. All, The holidays are a time for celebrating, spending time with loved ones, and gathering to reflect on the past year. With many of our Service members returning home to celebrate with their Families, this season takes on extra significance for those in the military community. It is also a time to remember the sacrifices that our Service members, their families, and caregivers are making every day. Please take a moment to Honor those Service members who are not able to be with loved ones this season. On behalf of the Officers of MOPH 572, I wish everyone a safe and happy Holidays. James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 22 November 2013. 6 Nov 2013 Donation to the Fort Huachuca Outreach Ministries Food Locker Program. "Commander Weathers presenting Chaplin (COL) Godfey a donation to the Fort Huachuca Outreach Ministries Food Locker Program at the November Veteran's Appreciation Day on behalf of MOPH Chapter 572." Date was 6 NOV 2013 at the Thunder Mountain Activity Center (TMAC), Fort Huachuca." James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 12 November 2013. Today [11 Nov] we Recognize ALL Veterans from ALL Services who have served our Country. Veterans put themselves at risk for community and country, in places like Vietnam, Korea, Iraq, Afghanistan, Germany, locations of peacekeeping missions, New Orleans, New Jersey, bases and armories across the world... no matter what role he or she held in the military. Thank You for your Patriotism, Dedication, Honor and Sacrifices while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America." James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 1 November 2013. Thank you all for coming out for last night's meeting [30 Oct]. We were able to present the "TOP GUN" awards from the 5th Annual Charity Shooting Competition. Congratulations to the "Top Guns!" The photos of the award presentations will be posted soon. A special Thank You to Cochise County Sheriff Mark J. Dannels for accepting the Law Enforcement Trophy Cup on behalf of The Cochise County Sheriff's Pistol Tactical Shooting Team which took Top Honors in the Tactical Pistol Competition. Reminder that our next regular monthly membership meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, 4 December 2013 (in order to compensate for the Thanksgiving Holiday) at the Landmark Cafe, just outside the Fort's main gate , 6:00 PM. James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 16 July 2013. My Fellow Patriots: The Ft Huachuca DPTMS is considering changing the venue for the POW/MIA Observation in September. In the past, a POW/MIA Walkathon is held on Fort Huachuca, but off-post participation has not been very large. The belief is because it is conducted so early in the morning. In lieu of that, there is consideration being given to holding a POW/MIA Luncheon at the Thunder Mountain Activity Center (TMAC) instead. Please give this consideration and provide input to myself or any of the Officers of Chapter 572. Thank You. James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 16 July 2013. Fellow Patriots, Please do not forget that next weekend (27th-28th July) is the KC Gun Show at the Knights of Columbus here in Sierra Vista. MOPH 572 Patriots will be present for the Chapter's fund raising raffle for this years Top Shot competition. Anyone who may have time, please come out and 'show our colors.' Saturday 27 July 13- 9:00am-6:00pm, Sunday 28 July 13- 9:00am-2:00pm. Hope everyone is enjoying the Summer and are staying dry from the Monsoon storms. Our next Chapter meeting is still tentatively scheduled for 25 Sep 13 at the Land Mark Cafe, 6:00pm. Thank You. James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 3 July 2013. We stand on the shoulders of great men and women that came before us, who pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor that we may live as One Nation Under God. Our Independence is Providential and carries with it Great Responsibility: to ourselves, the world, and our posterity. The ideals of two hundred thirty-seven years ago are still alive today. Celebrate this Day of Independence with joy, happiness and remembrance of those who have gone before us to protect and defend the Constitution. Safe and Happy 4th of July to everyone. James E. ("Eddie") Weathers Commander, Chapter 572 Military Order of the Purple Heart Col Carroll M Fyffe Memorial Chapter
. Posted 28 June 2013. Thank you all for participating in this past meeting [26 June 2013], I think that we were able to cover some very important topics for our community. Reminder that this past meeting was our last meeting for the Summer, best wishes to all and enjoy the Summer Travels if you are planning any. Our next meeting is tentatively scheduled for 25 Sep 2013 at Land Mark Cafe. Also, I'd like to again express my humility and gratitude at the distinct honor of the confidence the Patriots of our Chapter have placed in me as I assume the duties as Chapter Commander. I know I echo the thoughts of my fellow Patriots that Our Former Commander, Todd Hamilton served with unqualified distinction and I am very aware of that I "have big boots to fill, and I have small feet." Thank you all one more time, and enjoy your Summer. Looking forward to seeing you again in September. *Reminder of our Chapter's Fund Raising Event, tickets are available and can be obtained by contacting the Adjutant/Finance Officer or myself. Eddie Weathers Commander, MOPH 572
. Posted 31 May 2013. Hello All, Chapter elections are complete, Your starting lineup for the 2013-2014 year is...... Chapter Commander: Mr. Eddie Weathers Sr Vice Commander: Mr. Gary Blankenship Jr Vice Commander: Mr. Whitey Reese Sergeant-at-Arms: Mr. Brian Gleason Adjutant: Mr. Todd Hamilton Finance Officer: Mr. Todd Hamilton Department Executive Committeeman: Mr. Brian Gleason 1-Year Trustee: Mr. Al Lee It has been my honor and privilege to serve as your Chapter Commander for the last two-plus years. Let's all support Eddie as he takes the chapter into the future. Have a great weekend. Yours in Patriotism...... Todd C. Hamilton, PCC Adjutant MOPH 572
. Posted 27 May 2013. Remembering all of our fallen brothers and sisters this Memorial Day 2013. Special thanks to Chapter Sergeant-at-Arms Brian Gleason for carrying our chapter colors tonight during the Sierra Vista Memorial Day Observance at the Southern Arizona Veteran's Memorial Cemetary and to Patriots Norm Sponcey and Mike Bianchino for hosting the event on behalf of the Marine Corps League. Well done, Gentlemen. Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572
. Posted 6 May 2013. MOPH Chapter 572 Commander Hamilton with Patriots Lance Dickinson and Dave Juarez of MOPH Chapter 442 present awards at the Rio Rico HS JROTC awards ceremony 26 Apr 2013. Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572
. Posted 6 May 2013. Thanks to everyone who came out for tonight's [24 Apr '13] meeting. Congratulations and best wishes to the new Chapter 572 officers for 2013-2014. Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572
. Posted 21 April 2013. Hello All- The next MOPH 572 meeting will be held this Wednesday, 24 Apr at 6pm at the Landmark Cafe in Sierra Vista. We will be selecting and voting in new officers for the 2013-2014 year. If you are interested in becoming a chapter officer or casting your vote for your preferred candidate, I welcome you to join us. Elected officer vacancies for the upcoming year include: Chapter Commander Senior Vice Commander Finance Officer Sergeant-at Arms Appointed officer vacancies for the upcoming year include: Adjutant Department Executive Committeeman Department Alternate Executive Committeeman Welfare Officer Historian Chaplain Americanism Officer If you have any questions about the requirements of any of these positions or are interested in holding one, please let me know and I will add your name to the slate to be voted on at the meeting. If the chapter is unable to field and install the minimum number of officers required to be considered an active chapter, the chapter may lose national recognition and be forced to close. Look forward to seeing you on Wednesday. Thanks. Todd Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572
. Posted 24 February 2013. Thank you to everyone who came out to our annual member appreciation dinner tonight [23 Feb 2013]. Special thanks to our guests Sal Salinas and Josh Rummerfield and to Tammy and the crew at Mesquite Tree for taking good care of us. Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572
. Posted 24 January 2013. All- Due to circumstances beyond our control, MOPH 572 will not be able to hold its annual member appreciation dinner this Saturday, 26 Jan as originally planned. It has been rescheduled for Saturday, 23 Feb at the Mesquite Tree restaurant in Hereford (same location). We will be holding our regular chapter meeting for January on Wed, 30 Jan at 6pm at the Landmark Cafe. Thanks. Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572
. Posted 22 January 2013. [Belated entry, 22 Dec 2012] $1,000 worth of care and comfort items, baby items and Christmas gifts purchased for the elderly inpatients and new veteran moms at the VA Tucson hospital. Delivery set for next week!
. Posted 27 December 2012. [22 December 2012] A very special thanks to Jeremy and Suzanne from American Mini-Storage on HWY 92 for donating a 10x10 storage unit to the chapter for storing materials from the shooting event! Special thanks also to former Marine and Chapter 572 supporter Josh Rummerfield for working the coordination. Semper Fi! [24 December] MOPH 572 would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and wonderful holiday season. While you are spending the holidays with those you love, please take a minute to remember our brothers and sister servicemembers still in the fight who are not able to spend this time with their families. Our thoughts and prayers to everyone for a prosperous new year. Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572
. Posted 26 November 2012. Hello all- Our next Chapter 572 meeting will be at the Landmark Cafe this Wed, 28 Nov at 6pm. This will be our last meeting for the year. We will be wrapping up our events for the year, discussing the future of the Warrior Transition Unit and discussing our member appreciation dinner in Jan. We will also be presenting the plaques to the winners from our Oct fund raiser shooting event. Look forward to seeing you there. Todd Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572
. Posted 22 November 2012. MOPH 572 would like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving. While you are spending time with your family today, please take a moment to remember our brothers and sisters still in the fight. Our thoughts and prayers to everyone for a wonderful holiday season. Todd C. Hamilton Commander MOPH 572

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