R.I.P. Sgt Gary Beikirch MOH

[jeffsmith]

He passed away Sunday December 26th 2021
I never met him but our paths kinda crossed over the years

He was living in a cave in NH when one day he went into town to check his Mail
Included was a Letter informing him of his MOH


Gary Burnell Beikirch | Vietnam War | U.S. Army | Medal of Honor Recipient

Congressional Medal of Honor Society Announces Passing of Gary B. Beikirch

 

[2152hq]

Gary Beikirch was a local resident in my town. He and his wife Loreen have a large family here (5 kids I think). A local park named for him.
Always active in Veterans affairs, he also worked as a HS counsellor.
Loreen was from the NH town where Gary used to wander into once everyso often from his 'cave'. IIRC she worked in either a small store or maybe the PO there.
Cancer ultimately took him.
RIP.

 

[Jessie]

Thanks for posting. RIP Sgt. Beikirch

 

[woodsltc]

R.I.P. Sgt. Beikirch & God Bless.

Don

 

[rwt1405]

RIP Sgt Gary Beikirch

 

[Rustyt1953]

Giants roamed this earth.

Beikirch's military decorations and awards include:

Medal of Honor
Distinguished Service Cross (upgraded to the Medal of Honor)
Silver Star
Bronze Star Medal
Purple Heart with oak leaf cluster
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star
Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal
Combat Infantryman Badge
Parachutist Badge
Special Forces Tab

 

[robrossk]

It is truly amazing what people can do without regard for their own well being. Talk about sacrifice. Semper Fi Warrior.

 

[Krogen]

All I can say is "Thank you Gary. I would have been honored to meet you."

You are so right, Rusty. Giants did indeed roam this earth.

 

[lkabug]

To a warrior, a slow hand salute.

 

[usmc2427765]

Rest in peace. Your watch has been relieved and your relief has been posted. You talked the talk and walked the walk, to those of us that served, no greater honor can be given.

Brian Jefferies
USMC , Vietnam 1969-1970

 

[Ugly Hombre]

RIP Sir, God bless you and your family.