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jerry wolford from mesa wrote on May 22, 2016

i was stationed at Sembach from 1958 to 1962.. i was a firefighter and was stationed at the Enkenbach missile site..great memories

Mike Kelly from Lawrence KS wrote on May 13, 2016

Colonel Haney's Obituary: Please note his daughter is Michele and his wife is Catherine.

Obituary

Otto Reed Haney, born 18 September 1916, died May 9, 2016, just months short of his 100th birthday. Col. Haney was born in Waynesville, Missouri to Harry Raymond and Loto Haney. The Missouri farm boy joined the Army Air Corp in 1940 with his first assignment after flight school graduation at Hickam AFB, Hawaii in December, 1941. As WWII broke out that same month, Colonel Haney flew B17s in the battles of the South Pacific including the battle of Midway and Guadalcanal. An amazing 29 year military career followed as this aviator traveled the world becoming the Air Attache in China working with General George Marshall and General Joseph Stillwell as well as Chiang Kai-Shek, to Wing Commander of the 6595th Aerospace Test Wing at Vandenberg AFB, California. Involved early in the United States space program, Colonel Haney oversaw the initial beginnings of space travel and the launching of numerous international payloads. Receiving degrees from the University of Missouri, and George Washington University, diplomas from Industrial College of the Armed Forces and Air War College, and attending Harvard University for the Advanced Management Program, Colonel Haney remained forever an avid learner. After retirement from the Air Force in 1969, Colonel Haney devoted his remaining years as a public servant and volunteer. He negotiated the sale of Roxborough Park to the state of Colorado and championed the development of both the Park and the community which surrounds it.

Colonel Haney leaves behind his wife of 73 years, Catherine Park Haney, his son Reed Park (wife Mary), daughter, Michele, grandchildren Erick Burke (wife Reanna), Reed Haney, John Haney (wife Claudia), Emily Haney, Michael Haney, great grandchildren Oriane, Otto and Orestes Burke as well as nieces, nephews and many, many friends Colonel Haney was the recipient of the Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Army Air Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, World War II Victory Medal, American Campaign Medal, American Defense Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal. Colonel Haney was a Command Pilot and an Air Force Master Missile Maintenance officer. Colonel Haney will receive a military burial at Ft. Logan. In lieu of flowers, the family recommends donations in Colonel Haney's name to Wounded Warriors or a charity of choice

Mike Kelly from Lawrence KS wrote on May 10, 2016

Airmen-

Sorry to report the passing of your former Wing Commander Colonel Otto Haney on or about 10 May 2016. He was 99 years old and lived in th Roxborough Park area of Littleton Colorado. His wife Michele survives. His contribution to our service and nation were immense. Perhaps you did not know that following WWII Col Haney was an Air Attache to China and in that role worked with George C. Marshall in attempting to end the civil war between Communist and Nationalist factions. I met him one time at his home and he was a gentleman with an extensive view of the history of the Cold War.

Mike Kelly
Titan II DMAFB 76-81
MM II WAFB 92-94

Russ Reston from Raleigh, NC wrote on April 19, 2016

I've "refreshed" the site software and given it an "updated" appearance. Let me know if you encounter any "bugs."

Thanks,
Russ 🙂

Linda Sibert Fischer wrote on March 1, 2016

My family lived here from 1959 -1963....

John Jack Moore wrote on September 22, 2015

I have just learned of the passing of A/1C Onnie Angelly who was assigned to the 822 TMS 1961 to 1964. Anngie as wel caled him made it to age 80. He was a rel good guy. For some reason however I did not see his name listed in the Missileers Roll Call

Jack Moore
822 & 823 TMS 1961 -1964

Clarence Pearson wrote on September 12, 2015

I was a Medic at site III In 1965-1966

kathy davis wrote on September 6, 2015

My dad (Ssgt Quentin Davis) was stationed in Sembach from 1960 until 1964 as a missileer. As a matter of fact, both my sister and I were born there during his tour. I come to this website every so often to see his picture as a young man. He loved being in the Air Force. Thanks for keeping his service alive even though he has passed.

Richard Harris wrote on June 10, 2015

Love seeing the photos from back then to now. I have the best time staying at Sembach in May 2008-Sept 2008. I wish I could of stayed longer. Great photos. If you want more I have plenty from 2008.

John Stacey wrote on March 28, 2015

My Father in Law was good Friends with the Late \"Mig Wrecker\" Dick Becker. I inherited a bunch of Dick\'s books and memorabilia. I have a bunch on pictures if you guys are interested...

Jerry Krzmarzick wrote on March 26, 2015

I was stationed at Sembach AB from Sept. 1963 to Dec. 1965.
I was at 38th MMS. flight line as a H-19 Helicopter mechanic. I was assigned Crew Chief/ Air Crew in 1965. We were Air rescue and air support for the base, Army and Air Force officer personal. I came home (Oregon) in 1964 Married and returned. My wife flew over to Sembach in early 1965. We lived off base in Otterberg Germany. We have wonderful memories of the base and the country.

Harold Deason wrote on August 31, 2014

I was stationed at Sembach with the 822nd from 1959-1962 and was a warhead tech on the Mace/Matador missiles.

NORM FALCON msg ret wrote on June 29, 2014

I was stationed at Sembach 1963-1965 assigned as security police.

marcel wrote on June 15, 2014

2014, "google maps view" from sembach airbase / tower / inside the tower and other places around. share share share my friends!

https://www.google.com/maps/views/view/116218838066607885921/photo/FKYzRBtkZLkAAAQXEi7CjQ
https://www.google.com/maps/views/view/116218838066607885921/photo/QtdlvvG-gGkAAAQXE4ulSg
https://www.google.com/maps/views/view/116218838066607885921/photo/V34mDhM9FAUAAAQWgCrRAw

Kenneth Pete Gunn wrote on March 27, 2014

I was a A2C/A1C, 33150A Nuclear Weapons Specialist working in the ordnance area at Sembach and Enkenbach. Warhead/RATO maintenance. 1962-65. First in the 5th Tac Depot Sq, OL-4 then 38th Missile Maintenance Sq. Swung many a warhead at Site 1, 2, & 3.

Peter neilson capt. 1963 wrote on January 26, 2014

My father served from 1962 as a Crew Captain.we lived on base in blog 28 c 5

William Bill Hegyessy wrote on January 15, 2014

Hi, does anyone remember my father, Lt.Col. Harold Hegyessy? He was a Mace Squadron Commander from 1959 - 1961. We lived in the apartment block opposite the theater and elementary school (which I attended and learned the German language). Many fond memories including a picture of me standing on a ladder (air stair?) touching the nose of Mace Missile.

james logan wrote on January 6, 2014

Was stationed at Sembach for second time from 1973-1976. Worked base supply as an E-6. Played Base level basketball and also coached
the team in 1975-1976.

James Logan wrote on January 6, 2014

I was stationed at Sembach from 1962-1965. I played baseball and sqn
basketball wining the base championship along side CJ Farr and others.

Michael chaves wrote on November 20, 2013

My Dad SSGT Gilbert RC Chaves was in a news article about saving people in a burning shoe store in Ludwigshafen, Germany. Trying to find this article. I only have half. Anyone have any info please contact me.

Richard Village wrote on September 12, 2013

Served at Sembach 1961-1963. 38th MMS, Site II.

Don Dallas wrote on June 21, 2013

I served in Sembach from 1955 when we shipped over from Orlando until Sept. 1958. I was on one of the matador launch teams with our launch comlpex outside of Sembach and also went to Libia twice for test firings of the missile. \"If I had only learned to enjoy wine.....

GERALD BRENEISER wrote on June 6, 2013

MY NAME IS GERALD BRENEISER. I SERVED IN GERMANY AT SEMBACH BASE FROM 1957-1960 IN THE 587TH TMS, RADIO RELAY. YOU MAY ADD MY NAME TO THE ROLL CALL PAGE. IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE TO CONTACT ME, YOU MAY GIVE THEM MY EMAIL.

THANKS

Tracy Cloud wrote on May 28, 2013

My daughter just received her orders and will be heading to Sembach in August, 2013. Your site was full of great information. Printed many of your pictures and info to send to her ahead of time. Thanks, Tracy

John Monroe wrote on May 17, 2013

I was assigned to Sembach from May 1964 until July 1966 in the 38th Air Police Squadron. I was an access controller at site II. I was also a flight leader at site III.

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