Tank McNamara had a chance to visit with Jerry on their first stop at the The National Museum of the United States Army. 

Gerald W. “Jerry” Anderson
US Army
E-5

I was born and raised in New York Mills, Minnesota and still call the area home today. I was drafted by the Army and served for two years (1970 through 1972). After graduating from basic training at Fort Lewis, Washington, I was assigned to Bravo Btry, 3rd of the 82nd, 396th Infantry Brigade. I was an artillery section chief and saw most of my Army time stationed in Da Nang, Vietnam. Earning a Bronze Star and the Non-Commissioned Officer of the Week were real highlights for me.

After my active duty service, I returned to the Upper Midwest and worked as a mechanic, later in insurance sales, and finally in manufacturing. I’ve been retired for several years, now.

I am extremely proud of my four wonderful children and 14 incredible grandchildren.

I am a member of VFW Post 3289.

Tank McNamara had a chance to visit with Jerry on their first stop at the The National Museum of the United States Army.&nbsp;
Gerald W. &ldquo;Jerry&rdquo; Anderson US Army E-5
I was born and raised in New York Mills, Minnesota and still call the area home today. I was drafted by the Army and served for two years (1970 through 1972). After graduating from basic training at Fort Lewis, Washington, I was assigned to Bravo Btry, 3rd of the 82nd, 396th Infantry Brigade. I was an artillery section chief and saw most of my Army time stationed in Da Nang, Vietnam. Earning a Bronze Star and the Non-Commissioned Officer of the Week were real highlights for me.
After my active duty service, I returned to the Upper Midwest and worked as a mechanic, later in insurance sales, and finally in manufacturing. I&rsquo;ve been retired for several years, now.
I am extremely proud of my four wonderful children and 14 incredible grandchildren.
I am a member of VFW Post 3289.

Veterans Honor Flight of ND/MN

Sept 2025 - Gerald "Jerry" Anderson - New York Mills, MN

Tank McNamara visited with Curt and his son Kyle who is currently serving at the National Museum of the United States Army.  

Curtis F. “Curt” Knutson
US Army / North Dakota National Guard
E-5 / E-8

I grew up in Alby, Minnesota, and am proud to now call the Fargo, North Dakota area home. I joined the Army and served from 1969 through 1971. I was stationed with B-5 46th Engineers, but also spent a year in service in Vietnam. After my time in the Army, I continued to serve with the Happy Hooligans based in Fargo, North Dakota. I retired as an E-8 after a full career.

During my days as a civilian soldier, I also farmed for many years. I’m now also retired from civilian work.

My terrific wife, Tammy, and I were married in 1978. We proudly raised three wonderful boys who have given us 12 incredible grandchildren. In December 2020, I lost my dear Tammy to COVID-19 and miss her terribly.

 

Tank McNamara visited with Curt and his son Kyle who is currently serving at the National Museum of the United States Army.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Curtis F. &ldquo;Curt&rdquo; Knutson US Army / North Dakota National Guard E-5 / E-8
I grew up in Alby, Minnesota, and am proud to now call the Fargo, North Dakota area home. I joined the Army and served from 1969 through 1971. I was stationed with B-5 46th Engineers, but also spent a year in service in Vietnam. After my time in the Army, I continued to serve with the Happy Hooligans based in Fargo, North Dakota. I retired as an E-8 after a full career.
During my days as a civilian soldier, I also farmed for many years. I&rsquo;m now also retired from civilian work.
My terrific wife, Tammy, and I were married in 1978. We proudly raised three wonderful boys who have given us 12 incredible grandchildren. In December 2020, I lost my dear Tammy to COVID-19 and miss her terribly.
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Sept 2025 - Curtis E. "Curt" Knutson - Page, ND

Tank McNamara had a chance to visit with Roger Lomstrom at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial on day 2 of the Honor Flight. 

Roger F. Lomstrom
US Army
SP5

I grew up in Zim, Minnesota. I now call Henning home. I was drafted by the Army and served from 1965 through 1967 and completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and specialized training at Camp Zama, Japan. I was a medic, taking care of the wounded coming out of Vietnam.  Earning a letter of Commendation during the Tet Offensive and promoting to SP5 in record time were both very proud moments for me.  

After my time in the Army, I drove over-the-road trucks for 14 years, then went back to college, earned my RN degree, and then went into the medical field to take care of patients.

I married my sweet wife, Sandy, as soon as I got my orders for Japan. It was the smartest thing I ever did! I also have a brother who served in the 101st Airborne and nearly was killed after I discharged.

I am a ride captain in the Patriot Guard Riders, Alexandria chapter.

Tank McNamara had a chance to visit with Roger Lomstrom at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial on day 2 of the Honor Flight.&nbsp;
Roger F. Lomstrom US Army SP5
I grew up in Zim, Minnesota. I now call Henning home. I was drafted by the&nbsp;Army and served from 1965 through 1967 and completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and specialized training at Camp Zama, Japan. I was a medic, taking care of the wounded coming out of Vietnam.&nbsp; Earning a letter of Commendation during the Tet Offensive and promoting to SP5 in record time were both very proud moments for me.&nbsp;&nbsp;
After my time in the Army, I drove over-the-road trucks for 14 years, then went back to college, earned my RN degree, and then went into the medical field to take care of patients.
I married my sweet wife, Sandy, as soon as I got my orders for Japan. It was the smartest thing I ever did! I also have a brother who served in the 101st Airborne and nearly was killed after I discharged.
I am a ride captain in the Patriot Guard Riders, Alexandria chapter.

Sept 2025 - Roger Lonnstrom - Henning, MN

Tank McNamara had a chance to visit with Larry Steckler and his son Scott, who is a military veteran as well at the World War II Memorial on day 2 of the Veterans Honor Flight.  

Hilary L. “Larry” Steckler
US Navy
MM3

I grew up in Valley City, North Dakota and am proud to still call the area home. I volunteered for the Navy and served from November 1963 through November 1967. After completing basic training in San Diego, California, I was stationed aboard the USS Constellation CVA-64. I worked as a machinist’s mate, making liquid oxygen and nitrogen,  and manning the deck edge elevators. I was very proud to serve my country.

After the Navy, I moved back to my hometown and began working as a farmer and truck driver. Now retired but sure enjoyed the work I did for so many years.

In 1966 my incredible wife, Irene, and I got hitched. Our three children have made us endlessly proud over the years. We are the proud grandparents of eight wonderful children and two greats. I really enjoy boating, fishing, and playing pinochle.

I am a member of the American Legion.

Tank McNamara had a chance to visit with Larry Steckler and his son Scott, who is a military veteran as well at the World War II Memorial on day 2 of the Veterans Honor Flight.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Hilary L. &ldquo;Larry&rdquo; Steckler US Navy MM3
I grew up in Valley City, North Dakota and am proud to still call the area home. I volunteered for the Navy and served from November 1963 through November 1967. After completing basic training in San Diego, California, I was stationed aboard the USS Constellation CVA-64. I worked as a machinist&rsquo;s mate, making liquid oxygen and nitrogen,&nbsp; and manning the deck edge elevators. I was very proud to serve my country.
After the Navy, I moved back to my hometown and began working as a farmer and truck driver. Now retired but sure enjoyed the work I did for so many years.
In 1966 my incredible wife, Irene, and I got hitched. Our three children have made us endlessly proud over the years. We are the proud grandparents of eight wonderful children and two greats. I really enjoy boating, fishing, and playing pinochle.
I am a member of the American Legion.

Sept 2025 - Gerald "Jerry" Anderson - New York Mills, MN

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