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Home > In Memory of Ron Nishita
In Memory of Ron Nishita
To all Blue Ghosts,
Ron Nishita leaves behind a
lesson for us all -- to endure, to enjoy, to embrace and live life. He didn't
let his Vietnam injuries '"handicap"' him. His smile and contagious laugh lit up
a room and anyone who knew him, did not forget him.
I was honored to have his hooch
mate come to the Tucson services, Clark Harper. He was a loach mechanic and best
buds with WRIGHT and NISHITA. Both Harvey(Wayne) and Ron chose to extend their
tour while Clark came back stateside. That decision would cost Wright his life
and severely wound Ron.
Ron and Clark have kept in touch
all these many years. Clark shared great memories and stories of their time in
Vietnam. The little dog they rescued who later died from rabies and 16 guys had
to then endure the rabies shots. Building a water tower shower, many nights
playing cards, the selling of bottled cola from a small fridge ... lots of
escapades.
He was proud to be a F Troop 8th
Cav Blue Ghost and wore his cap with pride. I regret he was not well enough to
attend any of the reunions to reconnect with other Blue Ghosts. He was honored
with gun salute, taps, and a moving flag presentation from the VFW. May we honor
him by doing good deeds for fellow veterans and embracing our comrades and
brothers who stood next to us in war."
Elayne Nishita
Posted by John Brown in the
forum.
Photo courtesy of W. Patterson
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