He was always smiling. John was the only one we lost in the battalion. We put in a lot of long hours every day of every week for months. He loved it. I will miss him.
WITH WILLING HEARTS AND SKILLFUL HANDS,
THE DIFFICULT WE DO AT ONCE,
THE IMPOSSIBLE TAKES A BIT LONGER.
SEABEES – CAN DO!
SEABEES – WE BUILD – WE FIGHT!
Rest in Peace, dear Hero
Thank you CR John Patrick Pappin
Remembrance posted by Donald Lytle
I want to thank you John Patrick Pappin, for your courageous and valiant service, faithful contribution, and your most holy sacrifice given to this great country of ours!
Your Spirit is alive--and strong, therefore Sailor, you shall never be forgotten, nor has your death been in vain!
Again, although we never met personally, thank you CR John Patrick Pappin, for a job well done!
FAIR WINDS, AND ETERNAL PEACE MY FRIEND
