View a eulogy for Andrew John Gatsis, USMA '45, who passed away on March 21, 2010.
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Andrew John Gatsis
West Point, 1945
Be Thou At Peace
Posted by Chris Valentine USMA '82 on December 8, 2010:
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Andy, You were a great soldier, leader, and most importantly a great friend. Last Orders by Chris Valentine I'm certain you influenced many a one Led in battle, some mother's son Performed your duty and did it well Lessons from you will always dwell Regular child was I, with no idea Of the heroism displayed, in a cold Korea All I knew was a man full of kindness Who opened my eyes away from life's blindness Andy taught me that service is not for one's self Not for the medals displayed on a shelf Rather to find the good in all that you do With help for others with honor held true The Army sent you places, far and wide Your last orders now place you beside The brave soldiers, who rest now in peace I honor your friendship and divine release BG Andrew John Gatsis, USA 1921-2010 USMA Class of 1945 Distinguished Service Cross Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star with Oak Leaf Cluster Distinguished Flying Cross with Oak Leaf Cluster Bronze Star with Valor Device (2 awards) 27 Air Medals May God keep you old friend |
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