I remember my mother's telling about the days after Pearl Harbor when her brother Jesse was reported missing, presumed dead. He was serving on one of the ships that was sunk during the attack on December 7th. Later, he was found, severely burned, acting as a stretcher bearer and helping to care for those whom he believed were more seriously injured. The report of Jesse's presumed death was, my mother said, the final motivator for her joining the Navy. She, too, served in Hawaii until the close of the war.
My dear Elisabeth, Today we remember Jesse, and how greatful we are that he survived, and continued to serve. The insiration of the heroic unselfish act of your mother is to be remembered always. Thank you, and the fond memories that you have given all of us...We will nor forget!
Carlo