Rest in Peace: Lt. Col. Peter J. Lagutchik (1936-2014)

[Kayvan]

Full Salute for my Uncle who passed today

Peter J. Lagutchik
Lt. Col. (Ret.)
U.S. Army

Captain of Drill Team
Decorated Military Officer
Proud Father
Inspiring Uncle
Strong Texan
American

He served his country; will be missed and remembered: from the men he saved during bombing of Pleiku to the young Nephew who was inspired by his gold Medals

Full Salute to you Uncle Pete.

 

[jaxgt]

Full salute well deserved. RIP

 

[MNJason]

Sorry for your loss. Sounds like a great man.

 

[Vince H]

Sorry to hear that Kayvan. A real American.

Vince H

 

[Wwabbit]

Godspeed.

 

[mmlcobra]

Godspeed.

+1!
Our greatest thanks to all who have stood on the wall.
Freedom is definitely NOT free!

 

[Mike Mosing]

Something you can be proud of Kayvan. Sorry for your loss.

 

[twobjshelbys]

Salute!

 

[Kayvan]

Thanks All.

He will be cremated, and interment will be at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery will full military honors on Wednesday, 22 January.

He was a supporter of Operation Homefront, a non-profit organization that provides monetary support to Soldiers in times of crisis (www.operationhomefront.net).

 

[RADGT]

Sounds like a great man. RIP. Cannot thank him enough for his contribution to our country.

Stu

 

[Kayvan]

His Family has served this country well.

His Son, Michael is a Lt. Col. in the U.S. Army as well.

 

[tpraceman]

Sorry for your loss, Happy for Heavens gain. Need more people like that of your Uncle.
God Bless