buddy Posted October 29, 2010 Share #1 Posted October 29, 2010 I need to contact my Son in the marines, Last I talked to him he was going to be in 29 Palms for the mo. of Oct. I called the recuiter station in lawton Okla and they was no help to me gave me no numbers to even try calling? all they said was he was in MojaveViper?. reason is my Dad his Papa Don has cancer and the Doctor said he has less than a week to live and I wanted to contact my son and let him know since they were so close to each other. I wont post my sons name or tag number here he is with 2nd Battalion 5th Marines first Platoon Gulf Co.. if anybody has any info on how to get through please let me know Thanks Buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomWill Posted October 29, 2010 Share #2 Posted October 29, 2010 If you know where he is stationed normally, they base locator there may be able to help you. Failing that call the Red Cross, they are experts at finding soldiers. Hope you and yours find peace in this troubling time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbrood Posted October 29, 2010 Share #3 Posted October 29, 2010 You might try this site and FIRST get in contact with the chaplain... http://www.i-mef.usmc.mil/external/1stmardiv/5thmarregt/2-5/news/news_2010_06_16.jsp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddyRich Posted October 29, 2010 Share #4 Posted October 29, 2010 Red Cross or the Commander at the Base. State the reason .. I'm pretty sure the Red Cross will have to verify. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rumboogy Posted October 29, 2010 Share #5 Posted October 29, 2010 Red Cross WILL take care of this for you. Contact them immediately and they will get a hold of him. Wally Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted October 29, 2010 Share #6 Posted October 29, 2010 Yup....Red Cross. Hope you find him quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iowawegian Posted October 29, 2010 Share #7 Posted October 29, 2010 If you don't mind, I'll say a little prayer for you......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
massey130 Posted October 29, 2010 Share #8 Posted October 29, 2010 prayers said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOO Posted October 29, 2010 Share #9 Posted October 29, 2010 Red Cross is pretty much the fastest way. BOO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarlS Posted October 29, 2010 Share #10 Posted October 29, 2010 YES Red Cross. I was at 29 Palms when my Grandmother had a major stroke (she raised me) and the red cross tracked me down real fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted October 29, 2010 Share #11 Posted October 29, 2010 Red Cross! They are Great when needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etcswjoe Posted October 29, 2010 Share #12 Posted October 29, 2010 Red Cross WILL take care of this for you. Contact them immediately and they will get a hold of him. Wally Red cross messages are no joke as soon as the command gets them they have to notify the service member immediattly. Just remember that it may take him a little while to respond. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterGuns Posted October 30, 2010 Share #13 Posted October 30, 2010 Normally the Red Cross only involves themselves in "bonafide" emergencies. You may or may not be successful soliciting their assistance short of a family emergency. If I were you, I simply call the operator at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, 29 Palms, Ca (obtainable from information or google it). Ask them for the telephone number to the Staff Duty Officer or Officer of the Day for 1st Battalion, 5th Marines or ask the Base Operator to connect you. Tell the Battalion Staff Duty or the Battalion Officer of the Day you need to get a message to your son. THEY WILL PROVIDE IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE. 760-830-7200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorpig Posted October 30, 2010 Share #14 Posted October 30, 2010 2nd Batt/5th Marines is on Camp Pendleton...If you cannot get a hold of him through the red cross, let me know. I work in Oceanside (right outside the base) and I will find someone from the unit to pass the message on. Just let me know. I apent seven years on that base and I will agree the Red Cross is the way to go...I also believe that the Red Cross may not be able to assist you until the situation worsens... My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bendtdj Posted October 30, 2010 Share #15 Posted October 30, 2010 When I was in Basic Training at MCRD Parris Island in 1977, my Grandmother fell and broke her hip. My parents contacted the Red Cross and I got to make a phone call right away. Good luck and prayers sent. Semper Fi Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterGuns Posted October 30, 2010 Share #16 Posted October 30, 2010 2/5 I hear is currently in the A-frames on Camp Wilson, 29 Palms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddy Posted October 31, 2010 Author Share #17 Posted October 31, 2010 Thank You everyone for all your info. I been leaving text messages on his phone but like stated he was in 29 Palms. My son called last night around 6pm he just came in from training and called A.S.A.P when he turned on his phone. So he was up dated on Dad health....... Sad to say my Dad passed away this morning at 6:25am ........I been by his side for 4 days straight with no sleep so forgive me if my spelling is off....... Do not know the full details yet? I been told he has full honors for Fort Sill Cemertary Thank for the Prayers as we need them right now......Thank You and God Bless BUddy & Peg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted October 31, 2010 Share #18 Posted October 31, 2010 Really sorry to hear that you father has passed and sorry that your son wasn't able to be there. We will keep you all in our prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarges46 Posted October 31, 2010 Share #19 Posted October 31, 2010 Our thoughts are with you and your family Buddy. Sorry to hear this news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragtop69gs Posted October 31, 2010 Share #20 Posted October 31, 2010 Our condolences on your fathers passing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etcswjoe Posted October 31, 2010 Share #21 Posted October 31, 2010 My prayers go out to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sling Posted October 31, 2010 Share #22 Posted October 31, 2010 Buddy you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.. Peggy and I are sorry for your loss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon_One Posted October 31, 2010 Share #23 Posted October 31, 2010 Buddy sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. Payers for you & family. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hipshot Posted November 1, 2010 Share #24 Posted November 1, 2010 Buddy.i too am sorry for your loss. it's never easy to find a way to TYPE what's in your heart. knee mail sent for you and your loved ones. just jt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyR Posted November 1, 2010 Share #25 Posted November 1, 2010 sorry to hear your Dad passed on. prayers are with the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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