William Thomas Cumbie

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10 Jan 2006 To my forever friend, Tommy! You will always be remembered. Tommy's smile would light a room! He was a wonderful friend. I will always treasure the memory of his friendship. He was proud to be a Marine. He was also proud of his Scout Dog, Bruno, who uncovered many Viet Cong tunnels. He gave his life as a point man on February 9, 1969. He sacrificed his life to save the lives of his fellow Marines. Although he did not receive it, he is a Medal of Honor recipient in my book! From a friend, Ernestine Bell Papovitch E-Mail will be forwarded by the Webmaster@VirtualWall.org

08 Jul 2006 Tommy also earned the Bronze Star with Combat "V" while in Viet Nam. I would like a family member to contact me. From a Marine veteran, 1st FSR, Mike Fishbaugh smfishbaugh@mikrotec.com

18 Apr 2007 Cumbie and I went through training together at Fort Benning and went to Vietnam together. We sometimes do not understand what the plans of God may be, but I have this assurance: That Cumbie and all the brave Marines of 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines who gave the ultimate sacrifice are at rest in the congregation of the righteous with the Lord. To God be the glory and may He always bless the Corps. From a fellow Marine, Ronald P. Roane rproane@msn.com

A Note from The Virtual Wall Pfc William T. Cumbie was assigned to the 1st Scout Dog Platoon but was serving in the field with India Company, 3/3 Marines. The 3/3 Command Chronology notes that an India 3/3 squad patrol was fired upon by VC, killing the point and slack men. One VC was killed by the other Marines in the squad. Pfc Cumbie was awarded the Silver Star for his actions in the engagement. The second Marine was Lance Corporal William R. Prom of Pittsburgh; his actions warranted a posthumous Medal of Honor.

The point-of-contact for this memorial is a friend, Ernestine Bell Papovitch E-Mail may be forwarded via the Webmaster@VirtualWall.org

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With all respect
Jim Schueckler, former CW2, US Army
Ken Davis, Commander, United States Navy (Ret)
Memorial first published on 10 Jan 2006
Last updated 09/14/2007