San Diego May 2009
Steve Voris (Supply Sgt 1969-70 Co. E on left) and Larry Hanford (Team 1-7 1970 Co E and previously I Co. Rangers 1969-70 on right).
Two outstanding former E Company first sergeants, Roy Nelson and Bob Maushardt. Behind them (L-R): Ken Mellick, Don Dupont and Ron Bird
E Company Rangers
Rick Stetson, Unit Director
Subject: Bob Maushardt
It was with great sadness that I received the attached email regarding Bob Maushardt. As I told his son-in-law, Dan Crawford, all E Company Rangers hold "Top" in the highest regard. He served his country with great honor and distinction and I am thankful he was able to join us at our reunion in San Diego. We are all indebted to Bob, Tess and Marshall for making the arrangements to visit Top when he was in the hospital and then for making sure he was able to attend our memorial service and banquet.
Everyone who attended the reunion could see the joy in Top's face as he met with his old Army buddies. He was delighted that a number of us followed him to his favorite casino with its all-you-can-eat buffet. Even though we had just had a big breakfast at the motel, it was worth it to see Top so completely happy as we loaded up our plates with food. The tears in his eyes as Tess presented him with an original hand-carved plaque at the banquet is a memory that will remain with us forever.
We are fortunate to have served with a brave soldier like Bob Maushardt who will now join the ranks of the departed but never forgotten E Company comrades. Top, we salute you.