(Images & information pulled from NutleySons.com © Anthony Buccino)
After many innocent civilians lost their lives as a result of the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, America was forced to enter the Second World War in order to stand up to its attackers and protect the values of freedom and liberty. World War II was by far one of the most serious and challenging threats posed to the nation and its people, as many brave men and women were forced to make the ultimate sacrifice to protect America and its people. The threat posed to the nation had prompted many brave Americans from all walks of life to take up arms and protect their nation, many of these brave Americans came from the small town of Nutley, New Jersey. Over 2,900 brave men and women from Nutley had served in the second world war, which was almost a 7th of the town’s population serving, and 80 of these brave 2,900 individuals had sacrificed their lives while in combat. This memorial is dedicated to those who served during the Second World War alongside the sacrifices these individuals made to protect their great nation.
Arthur Abbott Jr. - Private first class Arthur Abbott Jr. was a brave soldier from Nutley who fought in the Pacific theater during the height of the Second World War. Prior to his time in the military, Abbott attended school at Nutley High School and then John Hopkins University. At some point during his time in college, Abbott would end up finding himself in the Marines, where he would enter combat in the Pacific theater of the war. Unfortunately on March 4, 1945, Abbott would die while fighting in Iwo Jima. Abbott was survived by a child, aged 2 years old at the time of his death.
Daniel Antonacci - Sergeant Daniel Antonacci was a soldier from Nutley who fought in the Italian campaign during the Second World War. In Italy, Antonacci participated in the Battle of Anzio, it would be here where tragedy would strike as Antonacci would die on May 14 at the Anzio beachhead. Not much else is known about this brave soldier’s legacy, but it is clear that his sacrifices and service to this nation make him a hero.
Thomas Ashton Jr. - During Petty Officer Thomas Ashton Junior’s life, he had always placed community involvement in high regard. Throughout his younger years he participated in activities such as the boy scouts, where he became an assistant scoutmaster for troop 12, and had also participated in chess, golf, football, basketball, and bowling. When Ashton enlisted in the military, considering his propensity to remain involved and contribute to his community this decision surprised no one.Upon enlisting in the military, Asthon was given preliminary training at New London for about 2 and a half months, and later sent to the Navy Electrical Engineering School. While attending the Navy Electrical Engineering School, Ashton attended classes which taught him about submarines, electrical theory, mathematics, tool instruction, wiring, and other pieces of general information. Following the satisfactory completion of his training and of engineering school, Ashton was then assigned to work on a submarine as an electrician’s mate. Unfortunately, tragedy would strike on April 22, 1943, as the submarine he was on, the triton, ended up sinking and resulting in Ashton’s death.
Souren Avedisian - NO INFO FOUND
Norman Bell - NO INFO FOUND
Eugene Bellene - Private first class Eugene Bellene, of the 70th Tank Battalion was a soldier from Nutley who had bravely fought to protect the freedoms being obstructed by the axis powers abroad. Unfortunately, Eugene Bellene was forced to make the ultimate sacrifice while fighting abroad, with him being killed in action on December 17, 1944. Not much else is known about this soldier, but his heroic acts and sacrifices will not be forgotten.
Walter Brandenberger - No Info present
Charles A. Braun - Charles A. Braun was a soldier from Nutley who had bravely defended the constitution and the values of freedom during the Second World War. Before Charles. A Braun fought in the Second World War, he had stayed active within his community in a variety of ways, one of which was his involvement with the Nutley High School football team. After he had graduated from Nutley High School, Braun got involved with the military and served as a gunner on a bomber plane. In 1943, tragedy would occur on a flight near Belcher, Louisiana, as an accident would cause the plane that Braun was on to crash, killing him on impact.
Frank Burak - During Frank Burak’s career within the military, he had served as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Paratroopers. On February 2, 1944, Burak would be forced to make the ultimate sacrifice in combat, with him dying while fighting in Germany. While Frank Burak’s life ended early, his siblings carried on his legacy by fighting in the war or aiding in the war effort in some capacity.Not too much else is known about Frank Burak and his life, both inside and outside of his time within the military, but it is clear that his dedication and inclination to serve his country is enough to cement Burak as a hero.
Sidney Butcher - Sidney C. Butcher, a British immigrant, first arrived in Nutley, New Jersey with his family at the young age of 10 years old. Following his arrival to the states, Butcher attended the Park School and then later attended and graduated from Nutley High School. As a result of the second World War, Butcher got involved with the military and fought in France, holding the rank of private first class. Sidney Butcher would make the ultimate sacrifice whilst fighting within France, as on November 24, 1944 Butcher would die fighting in France.
John Peter Canis - NO INFO PRESENT
Robert Cary - Sergeant Robert Cary, like many soldiers who served during the second world war, was forced to make the ultimate sacrifice and died in combat. Robert Cary would sacrifice his life during WWII, after His life and legacy outside of the military is not documented extensively, but based on his role in the military it is clear to see that his willingness to protect his nation makes him a hero.
Dominick Cassera - From a very young age Dominick Cassera had been fascinated with airplanes and aviation as a whole, it would not be an uncommon sight to see a young Dominick Cassera putting together a model plane or two in free time. Dominick Cassara Would also get experience with flying planes at a very early age, as he would buy wrecked planes and refurbish them to be flown by him. With Dominick Cassera’s unwaning fascination with airplanes and aviation, those who knew him would not be surprised to learn that he began to study aviation at Essex County Vocational school. As Cassera held such a high level of skill and affinity within the field of aviation, he would manage to catch the eye of the military who offered the 20 year-old Cassera a position as a civilian instructor at Harris Field, and in exchange Cassera would receive a job as a pilot after the war ended. Unsurprisingly, Cassera took the position as the instructor and became the youngest instructor at Harrison field, holding over 700 hours of air time. While everything did seem well for Cassera, his time as an instructor would take a tragic turn, as on April 20, 1943, Cassera would die in a plane crash, killing him and a cadet in the process. Dominick Cassera also had a brother in the military by the name of Theodore Cassera, who had unfortunately died as a result of the second world war as well.
Theodore Cassera - Staff Sgt.Theodore Cassera, a gallant soldier from Nutley, bravely sacrificed his life while fighting in France in order to help secure the foundations of freedom abroad. Staff Sergeant Theodore Cassera served in the U.S. Army, Eighth Infantry Regiment, Fourth Infantry Division and fought in France. While in combat, Cassera would receive various accolades, particularly he would be awarded the WWII Service Lapel, Purple Heart, WWII Victory Medal, and the European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal w/one bronze service star. On June 23, 1944, Cassera would die in combat in France at the young age of 26 years old.
Malcolm Christopher - Private first class Malcolm Christopher was a brave Nutley resident who served in the 264th Infantry Regiment, 66th Infantry Division. Prior to his time in the military, Christopher had graduated from Nutley High School with the class of 1942 and shortly thereafter got a job at the pharmaceutical company Hoffman-La Roche. After some time had passed, Malcolm Christopher made the decision to enlist in the United States armed forces. Christopher became a student at an Army Specialized Training Program in the University of Wisconsin, ultimately this decision would give Christopher a headstart when enlisting in the military. Tragedy would strike for Malcolm Christopher on Christmas eve 1944, as a German u-boat would end up sinking a Belgian troopship known as the Leopoldville, killing many of its occupants including Malcolm Christopher.
John James Clark - No info
Robert Clendinning Jr. - Rober Clendinning Jr. was an Irish immigrant who resided in Nutley, who sacrificed their life for the pursuit of freedoms, both foreign and domestic. During his time within the military, Robert Clendinning Jr. was a Lieutenant in the air force being a member of 846th Bomber Squadron, 490th Bomber Group Large. On September 27, 1944, Clendinning would end up losing his life after being killed in action over England, leaving behind a daughter and a wife.
Samuel Cobb - NO INFO AVAILABLE
Charles Coburn - NO INFO AVAILABLE
Frederick Comer - Frederick Comer, a resident of Nutley, had served in the Second World war as a private in the 31st Signal Construction Battalion. During his time overseas, Comer was stationed to serve in Northern African and had arrived there in October of 1943. Unfortunately for Comer, things would take a turn for the worst after he boarded the Rohna Troopship, as he would unfortunately die from a radio guided German bomb on November 26, 1943.
William H. Deighan - NO INFO (Apparently not on memorial)
Gilbert Davies - NO INFO
John Del Grosso - John Del Grosso was a man who placed great pride in his nation and in being an American, throughout his life he had always sought to help and serve others, a trait which was consistently reflected through his own actions. Prior to America’s involvement within the Second World War, John Del Grosso was involved with the Marines during peacetime but was granted an honorable discharge four years prior to America’s entrance into the Second World War. All would change for Grosso when the attacks on Pearl Harbor occurred, as this would ultimately prompt him to re-enlist in the military and become a pilot. Grosso, who learned to fly planes in Nutley, had hoped to be stationed overseas but was instead stationed at the Naval Air Base at Santiago, California, as a technical instructor. Del Grosso’s time here was relatively peaceful, however, things would take a turn for the worse as a result of Del Grosso’s struggle with pernicious anemia. Due to medical advancements at the time, treating pernicious anemia was very difficult, and as such Grosso would unfortunately pass away as a result of his illness, despite receiving multiple blood transfusions. Grosso left behind two sons, an 11 year old and a 9 year old.
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Joseph A. Des Jardins Jr. - Joseph A. Des Jardins Jr. was one of the many brave soldiers whose legacy was not well documented or told, but despite the lack of information on him he still is a hero regardless. On November 5, 1944, Pfc. Joseph A. Des Jardins Jr., 19, of the 313th Field Artillery Battalion was killed in combat after an ammunition dump exploded. This brave soldier’s sacrifices should be cherished and remembered, as they had made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
Robert Dickert - Robert Dickert, who was a soldier from Nutley, had first gotten involved with the military on January 8, 1943, and enlisted to the United States Army. In the spring of the following year, Dickert was deployed to France where he would see combat. Unfortunately, things would take a tragic turn on September 15, 1944, as Robert Dickert would be killed in combat in France. Not much else is known about Dickert due to a lack of documentation on him, despite the lack of information known, it is clear that Dickert’s inclination to fight for his country makes him a hero.
Anthony Di Petta - Petty Officer First Class Anthony Di Petta had lost his life in combat on September 11, 1945, when fighting in the Pacific theater during the Second World War. Unfortunately, there is not a lot of information documented on Di Petta’s life and as such not much else is known about his life inside and outside of service. Despite this lack of information, it is still important to recognize and honor Di Petta’s sacrifices to the nation.
William Donohue - NO INFORMATION
Allen Thomas Duke - NO INFO
Cecil Dunthorn - No Info
Lothrop F. Ellis - No Info
Vincent Fields - No Info
William E. Frost - NO INFO
Arthur Garrett - NO INFO
Frank Garruto - Frank Garruto was one of the many Nutley residents who decided to take up arms and get involved with the war effort in order to protect and preserve the virtues of freedom and liberty. At a young age Frank Garruto’s life was reminiscent of many other Nutley residents, he attended the local school system starting at Lincoln School for elementary school, and later graduating at Nutley High School. With the war in full swing, Garruto joined the many men and women who were fighting in the European theater. While in the military, Garruto held the rank of private first class, and served in the 253rd infantry. Tragedy would strike just before the end of the war on April 7, 1945, on this day Frank Garruto would die fighting valiantly for his nation and the virtues held by it.
John Gervan - 1st Lieutenant John Gervan’s life is one that can very easily be defined by his heroic and involved nature within the community. In Gervan’s earlier years he had first arrived in Nutley at the young age of 6 years old, it would be here where Gervan would receive his education and live for the rest of his life. In the years following Gervan’s graduation from Nutley High School he would eventually move on to enlist within the military. Within the military Gervan received his training at Napier Field and was given his wings in May 1943. After getting his wings, Gervan was sent overseas to places such as Icelance, France, and England. On July 4, 1945, Gervan realized that his left wing man was missing on his way back to the base and subsequently he went back to look for him. Sadly, Gervan was never seen again after he went to look for his left wing man, and was eventually declared dead.
Robert Gray - Pfc. Robert Gray was a soldier from Nutley who had sacrificed his own life to help uphold and maintain freedom. Gray had seen most of his combat while in the military overseas in the country of France, where he was stationed near Phillipsbourg. On January 8, 1945, Gray would be captured as a prisoner of war while fighting in France and was sent to Stalag 1X-B at Bad Orb. While in the prisoner of war camp, Gray was able to write a few letters to his parents, however, nothing else was heard from him after the letters stopped coming in. Gray was eventually declared dead as there was a lack of information regarding his location and status.
George Haack - Like many of the soldiers from Nutley, George Hack was a brave individual who was willing to defend and serve his nation at all costs, even if it meant sacrificing his own life. Haack had entered and enlisted in the military at Fort Dix, New Jersey, on March 6, 1942. During his time in the military Haack served in the 48th Armored Infantry Battalion, 7th Armored Division as a staff sergeant. Unfortunately, Haack was killed in action on September 8, 1944 after fighting in France, not much else is known about Haack but his legacy and sacrifices as a soldier are enough to make him a hero.
Stanley Hand - During his time within the United States military in World War II, 2nd Lt. Stanley Hand had served in the U. S. Army Air Forces, 96th Fighter Squadron, 82nd Fighter Group and had fought in Africa. Tragically, Stanley Hand would be forced to make the ultimate sacrifice on October 4, 1943, as he would be declared as missing in action and then declared as dead shortly after. Not much else is known about Hand’s legacy, however, it is clear to see that his dedication and service to the nation are acts of heroism.
Charles Haney - During World War II, Charles Haney had served with the United States Marine Air Group and was stationed at the Marine Air Base at Cherry Hill, North Carolina. Like many of the individuals that this memorial is dedicated to, Haney had unfortunately perished as a result of the second World War, and in Haney’s case it was a result of a plane crash. Throughout his time on the Cherry Hill Base, Haney had encountered a lot of dangerous encounters with planes, with him reportedly crashing at least two times. According to a letter Haney sent to his mother on January 9, 1943, he and his companion had to bail out of a plane after its engine went dead 7,000 feet in the air. Luckily for Haney he was able to land at a farm house safely using his parachute, with him and his companion only needing treatment for shock and very minor injuries. Unfortunately, Haney would die as a result of a second crash that would occur on January 19, 1943, which was only 10 days after his first crash-related incident. The brave soldier was only 27 years old when he passed.
John M. Hanley - NO INFO PRESENT
Carl L. Hansen - Carl L. Hansen was born in 1908 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, to a family of Danish Immigrants. When Hansen got older, he ended up enlisting in the Army on April 10, 1944, at an enlistment center in Essex County. During his time within the army, Hansen served as a Private First Class in the 157th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division. While fighting overseas, Hansen and the other members of his division would encounter the elite German 6th SS Mountain Division after breaching enemy lines in France. After three long and excruciating days of lighting the Germans, Hansen and the other remaining soldiers started to run low on food and arms, forcing them to fortify themselves with a small defensive perimeter utilizing their remaining resources. After a long period of fighting, the remaining 125 soldiers had attempted to retreat in order to avoid being victims of a scenario similar to the Malmedy Massacre, unfortunately only 2 of the 125 men were able to return to allied lines. Hansen was one of these 125 men who died, being killed on January 17, 1945, in Reipertswiller, Departement du Bas-Rhin, Alsace, France. He was also awarded with the accolades of the Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his gallant and selfless actions whilst in combat.
James Hare - 1940 would be one of the most impactful years of the young James Hare’s life, being the year in which he would obtain his degree in Chemical Engineering from Wisconsin University and the year when he would be called into the Army to fight in the Second World War. Hare had received his training for the army in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and upon completing his training he had chosen to take foreign duty and was sent over to the Philippines. While fighting in the Pacific Theater 1st Lt. Hare was assigned to the 71st Engineer Battalion, 71st Philippine Division. Unfortunately, tragedy would strike for the young soldier as he would be captured as a prisoner of war by the Japanese, following the fall of Corrigidor and Bataan. Sadly, while in the captivity of the Japanese, Hare would succumb to illness and die on November 27, 1942.
Preston Hastings - NO INFO
Werner Holzauer Jr. - Not much is known about this brave soldier’s legacy besides his role within the military and the day he died, with him serving as a Private First Class in the 2nd Chemical Mortar Battalion and dying in France on May 27, 1946. His legacy as a hero will not be forgotten.
Anthony Impellizzeri - Sergeant Anthony Impellizzeri had served overseas with the 28th division and fought in Germany. Unfortunately on November 2, 1944, the young Impellizzeri would be killed in action and leave behind a 10 month old son. Unfortunately not much else is known about this soldier, but his sacrifices should be honored and not forgotten.
Maro L. Jahr - Private first class Maro L. Jahr was one of the many brave Nutley residents who had served in the military during the second World War. Jahr first joined the Army in May of 1941 and was only overseas for a very small amount of time. While in the military Jahr had accomplished many accolades, particularly he was awarded the Combat Infantryman’s badge for his performance in France and Germany. Jahr’s bravery would continue to present itself up until his death on December 15, 1944, where he was killed in germany.
Charles W. Katt - Charles W. Katt can be described as many things, a husband, a father, a friend, but most importantly he was a hero, as he was willing to sacrifice his own life for the sake of others. Like most who have lived in Nutley, Katt’s story started in the halls of Nutley High School, where he would eventually graduate from. After Katt graduated from NHS, he had decided to get married to Eileen Rulison on July 10, 194, which was also the date of his birthday, and he would eventually have a son with Rulison as well. At some point after his marriage, Katt had entered the United States military and fought in the second world war. While in the military, he had held the rank of sergeant and served in a variety of locations. Unfortunately, Katt would pass away on November 27, 1943, as a result of a troop ship that he was on being sunk by the axis powers.
Joseph Kirwelewicz - NO INFO PRESENT
Walter J. Kotwica - Walter J. Kotwica was a soldier from Nutley who served in World War II. Prior to Kotwica’s time in the military, he was a Nutley High School graduate who worked at the local Windheim Plumbing and Heating Company on Franklin Avenue. In January of 1943, Kotwica entered the service and became a member of the Medical Corps of the 157th Infantry Regiment, 45th Division, Seventh Army. As a member of the 157th infantry, Kotwica had conducted assault crossings of the Rhine on March 26. Unfortunately Kotwica would end up dying in combat on April 17 in Germany.
Frederick David Kurz - Like most Nutley residents, Frederick David Kurz’s story started within the humble halls of the Nutley Public School system, where we would receive an education and eventually graduate. Following Kurz’s departure from the Nutley School system, he would attend Bergen Junior College for a brief time and then leave for the military shortly thereafter. While in the military Kurz held the rank of private first class and served as a rifleman in the 94th Infantry Division and had fought in locations such as Germany. On January 16, 1945, Kurz would be declared missing after engaging in combat with the Germans, after some time had passed Kurz would later be declared as dead. Kurz was survived by his brother, Richard Kurz, who also was in the military.
Arthur Leithauser - Arthur Leithenhauser was a soldier from Nutley who fought for the United States armed forces during the second world war. While in combat in France on November 2, 1944, Leithauser would tragically die in combat. Not much else is known about Leithauser or his legacy, but it is clear that his inclination to fight for his nation makes him a hero. 
Howard Lemperle - NO INFO
Charles Liebau - Charles Liebau was born in Nutley on October 4th, 1921, and lived there all of his life. Before his time in the military, Liebau had attended the public schools and maintained a large presence as the president of his class in 1939. Upon graduating from high school, Liebau would eventually find himself in the United States military, joining the 357th Infantry, Company B, 90th Division as a Lieutenant. While fighting overseas things would take a fatal turn for Liebau, as on September 16, 1944, Liebau would be killed in France.
Emil Liloia - Emil Liloia, who was born in Belleville, had first arrived in the humble township of Nutley at the tender age of 3 years old. Unbeknownst to the young Liloia, the quaint town of Nutley would lead him towards one of his greatest passions in life, being that of sports. In high school, Liloia discovered his high aptitude for playing sports as he would involve himself with both the school’s football and basketball teams. Liloia’s skills as an athlete were so profound, he was voted by his classmates as the best athlete of the year and later was given an athletic scholarship to attend Temple university in Philadelphia. However, Liloia’s life would soon take a different path, with the second world war in full swing Liloia would end up sacrificing his career as an athlete and enlist in the Marines on February 6, 1942. During Liloia’s training he would be stationed in Parris Island for basic training. Upon completing basic training, Liloia would be stationed at Philadelphia for a short amount of time to guard prisoners and subsequently sent overseas to Iwo Jima shortly thereafter. When in Iwo Jima, tragedy would strike as private first class Emil Lilioa would die in combat on March 1, 1945.
James J. LoFrano - James J. LoFrano was a brave soldier from Nutley who participated in the Second World War to protect the virtues of American freedom and democracy. While fighting in the German theater, TEC3 James John Lofrano was killed on April 8, 1945. Not much else is known about this brave soldier and his legacy, but needless to say his service to his country will be honored and not forgotten.
William Louden - William Louden was one of the many Nutley residents who took up arms and joined the military in an effort to put an end to the war and secure freedoms abroad. In his younger years Louden was like most Nutley residents, attending the local school system and graduating at Nutley high school. When the war broke out, Louden was one of the brave service members that would find themselves fighting for the cause of freedom. During his time in the military, Louden served as a pilot for a torpedo bomber in the United States Navy, holding the rank of ensign. On November 13, 1944, Louden went on a bombing strike with a torpedo bomber, however, tragedy would strike causing him to crash in Cavite Harbor in the Philippines. As a result of the crash, Louden’s location was unknown and as such the soldier was declared as missing in action. Approximately a year and a half later on February 1, 1946, Louden would ultimately be declared as dead.
C. Hayden Malmstrom - Before being in the military Carlyle Hayden Malmstrom had juggled the duties of being a college student and a husband, with him attending Rutgers University in pursuit of getting a business administration degree. Following 2 years of attendance at Rutgers, Malmstrom would end up becoming a member of the United States military and fighting in World War II. Not too much is known about Staff Sgt. Malmstrom’s duties and role in the Second World War besides the fact that he was stationed in Northern Africa and vague details surrounding his death. On April 6, 1943, Malmstrom would unfortunately die while conducting reconnaissance work in Northern Africa.
Warren Marks - Waren Prime Marks was born on September 20, 1923, and had lived in Nutley for most of his life. Before Marks’ time in the military, he had attended school in the Nutley Public School system and graduated at Nutley high school in January 1941. Following his graduation from Nutley High School, Marks would enlist in the military on December 11, 1942, at a New York port. While in the military Marks had served as a Merchant Marine and worked within the engine room on boats. Unfortunately, on July 14, 1943, Marks would be killed in action in Avola, Sicily after a German dive bomber dropped a 500 pound bomb on the ship that detonated in the engine room.
Thomas Maxham - As the Second World War raged on, many brave soldiers had fought to protect and preserve the values of freedom and liberty abroad, in particular one of these soldiers was a selfless Nutley resident by the name of Sergeant Thomas Maxham. As a civilian before enlistment, Maxham had received an education at Nutley High School and worked at the Charms Candy Company in Bloomfield. As a soldier, Maxham had served as a radar operator on a B-29 plane, being stationed in areas of the Pacific theater and in parts of India. Maxham would receive various accolades for his actions during the Second World War, one of the most notable accolades that he received was that of an Air Medal with an Oak Leaf Cluster, an award which he was given for participating in raids on Japan. Unfortunately tragedy would strike on December 24, 1944, in Dudhkundi, India, as on that day Maxham would unfortunately die in a plane crash takeoff. (No image available of Maxham)
Herbet Maxwell NO INFO
Ronald McCormack - Ronald McCormack’s position in Nutley history can easily be defined by two words, selflessness and sacrifice, as McCormack’s involvement with the military showed his willingness to sacrifice himself for the sake and safety of others. While in the military, McCormack held the rank of Seaman Second Class and served as a sailor. Tragedy would strike for the young sailor during the Normandy D-day invasion, on that day McCormack who was on board the LST 314, would go missing and later be declared dead. Not much else is known about this brave individual’s life, but his service to the nation will not be forgotten.
Walter Mihalchuk - Walter Mihalchuk was a brave and selfless Nutley resident who had served in the United States military, particularly serving as a private within the 314th Infantry Regiment, 79th Infantry Division. In a tragic turn of events, Mihalchuk would be forced to make the ultimate sacrifice on July 3, 1944, when fighting in Normandy, France. Not much else is known about Mihalchuk’s life both inside and outside of service, however, his sacrifices and contributions to the nation must not go unnoticed.
Halsey Miller - Sergeant Halsey Miller was a Nutley resident who had served in the United States army during World War Two and had made great sacrifices for the sake of freedom. In Miller’s earlier years he had attended and graduated from Nutley High School. Following Miller’s graduation from Nutley High school, he had decided to attend the Newark College of Engineering (which is now the New Jersey Institute of Technology), where he pursued and achieved a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. After graduating from NCE, Miller briefly was employed by the Richardson Steel company but left to enter military service. Miller was a part of a field artillery observation battalion and took part in the invasion of Kiska, Alaska, in August 1943. At some point, Miller was captured as a prisoner of war by the Germans and later killed in the gruesome Malmedy Massacre in Belgium. Halsey Miller died on December 17, 1944 at the young age of 30 years old.
James Murren - Sergeant James Murren, who was a Nutley resident, had served in the United States Army Air Force during the second world war, particularly with the 8th Air Force, 323rd Bomber Squadron, 91st Bomber Group, Heavy. While overseas fighting, Murren would see the majority of his combat in Europe, particularly over France, it would be in Europe where tragedy would strike for Murren. On August 31st, 1943, while a B-17 carrying Murren was returning from a mission at Romilly Sur Siene, France, a collision would occur with another B-17, causing Murren to die as a result. Little is known about Murren outside of this, however, it is clear to see that Murren’s legacy is that of a hero.
John Mutch - No INFO
William Nutzel Jr. - William Nutzel Jr. was an intelligent and scholarly individual throughout his life, attending college at St. Peter’s and law school at Fordham, managing to maintain honors status at both. Nutzel had first enlisted in the military prior to the attacks on pearl harbor, but wasn’t called to combat until after the attack, because of this Nutzel had to leave his law program prematurely in order to fight in the war. After being called to war, Nutzel received intense training and was taught techniques that would allow him to perform better in combative situations, such as those of the North African theater that he would encounter later. Following the conclusion of his time in training, Nutzel would be sent over to England where he would start his career as a pilot. Nutzel and the other members of his crew had piloted and tested the new Aircobras(P-19s), using them to fly over 1200 miles to get to the North African base from England. At some point after reaching Africa, Nutzel was given the position of an intelligence officer, a position which he would enjoy greatly as the job of censoring mail had helped him to stay in the loop of things. Unfortunately tragedy would strike for the young Nutzel on March 22, 1943, as Nutzel would die in combat while on a reconnaissance mission.
Charles O’Neill - Charles O’Neill was one of the many brave Nutley residents who had fought during the second world war. During his time in service, O’Neill had served for 28 months total and 18 of those months overseas. While overseas O’neil was a member of an artillery unit of the Second Armored Command, where he would stay until his death in France on July 14. Not much else is known about this brave soldier’s legacy, but it is clear to see that his legacy is a galant one as he had sacrificed his life for the sake of others.
Edward Oyler - NO INFO
William Pearson - Lt. Commander William Gillespie Pearson was one of the many brave Nutley soldiers to serve and sacrifice their lives during the Second World War. Not too much is known about this soldier besides the events surrounding his death, reportedly Pearson died on June 5, 1944, how he died is unknown. Despite the lack of information on Pearson, his service to the country should not be forgotten and should continuously be recognized in honor of the sacrifices he has made.
James Pierce - NO INFO
Samuel Powers - Corporal Samuel Powers was one of the many brave Nutley residents who had fought in the Second World War. Due to a lack of documentation on this brave individual’s life, the only information known about him is related to the events surrounding his death. In March of 1943 Powers would be killed after his four-motor army transport crashed in Homestead, Fla. As mentioned previously, not a lot is known abo0ut this soldier, the only other thing that can be said for certain is that this individual’s sacrifices to this nation are heroic and should not be forgotten.
Wallace Reed - During the second World War, many brave Nutley residents took up arms and joined the war effort to protect the virtues of freedom and liberty, Wallace Reed was one of these residents. Wallace Reed served as a tech sergeant in the 47th Infantry Regiment, Ninth Infantry Division of the United States Armed Forces.Throughout the war, tech sergeant Wallace Reed served in a variety of places, particularly North Africa, Sicily, Italy and France. While fighting in the aforementioned locations, Reed and his platoon had performed well against the nazis, leading Reed to receive a silver star as an accolade for his strong leadership skills. Reed also received awards such as the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, WWII Service Lapel Button, WWII Victory Medal, and the European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal. Unfortunately, on August 6,1944, Wallace Reed would be killed in action in France.
Francis Schwarzenbek - During the Second World War, Francis Schwarzenbek, also known as “the Baron” by his fellow soldiers, had served in the United States Air Corps during the Second World War. Schwarzenbek’s time within the military is by far one of the most intriguing tales, as he managed to survive not one, but three near crash landings. One of the incidents in particular gained a lot of traction with the public, causing the tales of Schwarzenbek’s luck and skill as a pilot to be adapted into dramaticized radio programs and comic books. On October 21, 1949, one of the pilots who served with Schwarzenbek came down with a cold and was unable to carry out his duties as a pilot, as a result of this Schwarzenbek had volunteered to take his place as he wanted to get enough missions to be eligible for home leave so he could be there for the birth of his first child. While on the mission, an attack from an enemy aircraft would strike Schwarzenbek’s aircraft, causing him and his crew to lose altitude and crash. The crash which occured on October 21, 1949, had unfortunately caused Schwarzenbek and most of his crew to die, leaving Schwarzenbek’s dream of seeing his first born child unfulfilled. Schwarzenbek’s sacrifices to the nation are by far great and ultimately helped to secure the values of freedom.
Percy Shuart - NO INFO
Charles J. Smith - During the second World War, Charles J. Smith was one of the many brave soldiers from Nutley who sacrificed their lives for the values of freedom and peace. During Smith’s time in the military he had held the rank of first lieutenant and served in the 107th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron of the Army Air Force. On December 23, 1944, Smith would die in combat after fighting in Belgium.
Thomas E. Smith - Unfortunately this soldier’s life and legacy has not been well documented, despite the lack of information present it is important to remember and honor this brave soldier’s service to his nation.
George Stanford - No info
Frank Stangota - Frank Stangota was one of the many brave Nutley soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the sake of freedom during World War Two. In Frank’s earlier years he, like most Nutley Residents, attended the town’s school district and graduated from Nutley High School. In the years following his graduation, he had managed to land a job with the Swan Engineering Company. As the war started to grow more prominent to those living in America, many young men such as Frank Stangota found themselves getting involved with the war effort and fighting for the United States. Frank Stangota first entered combat in France in late October or early November of 1944, two weeks into fighting he would eventually write a letter home saying that “I am moving up”. Tragedy would strike on the 25th of November, where Frank Stangota would be killed in action.
Walter A. Stecewicz - NO INFO
Stanley J. Szczyrek - As a soldier in the Second World War, Stanley J. Szczyrek had bravely served to protect and preserve the virtues of freedom both abroad and domestically. Not too much is known about Szczyrek’s life as a soldier besides the details surrounding his unfortunate death, on June 8, 1944, the young Szczyrek would die in combat in France. Although little is known about this soldier, using the information that is available makes it clear to recognize that this soldier’s life and legacy is one of a hero, considering the sacrifices he had made to his nation and those inside of it.
Gordon A. Tasney - NO INFO
Richard Teeple - NO INFO
Robert V. Turchette - Not too much is known about Robert V. Turchette and his legacy as a soldier, all that is known are the details surrounding his death. Unfortunately at some point during the Second World War, Lt. Robert V. Turchette would die in a plane crash over Arkansas while co-piloting it. The brave soldier was only 22 years old at the time of his death. While not much else is known about the soldier, it is clear that his legacy as a hero still stands strong due to the sacrifices he has made.
Richard Van Divort - Captain Richard Van Divort was an honorable Nutley resident who had gallantly sacrificed his life during the second World War. Similar to many other Nutley residents, Captain Divort had attended and graduated from Nutley High School prior to adulthood. Following his departure from Nutley High School, Divort would find himself becoming involved with the United States military, first entering the military in 1941. Upon entering the military, Divort was sent to Italy and fought using B-25 Aircrafts as a flight leader in a formation. At some point during his time overseas, Divort would come back to the United States to attend the Army Airforce Command Center in Orlando, Florida. Unfortunately, tragedy would strike for Van Divort in October 1943, as his plan would end up crashing and causing him to die during a routine flight in Missouri.
Herbert R. Washburne - NO INFO
Russell W. Wester - Pfc. Russel W. Wester was an individual who had always placed a huge emphasis on community involvement within his life, especially with his town and nation. In his earlier years he had attended school in nutley, going to Lincoln School for elementary school and later attending Nutley High School, where he would graduate in 1931. Ten years after he graduated from High School, Wester would receive his degree of associate engineer in chemical engineering from the Newark Technical school, which had ultimately allowed him to get hired by the medicinal company known as Hoffman-LaRoche. He had also stayed involved within his community by participating in the Boy Scouts, where he held the rank of Eagle Scout and later became the assistant Scoutmaster of Troop 7. At some point following his employment with Hoffman-LaRoche, Wester would enroll in the ASTP (Army specialized training program) at the Carnegie Institute of Technology, however, shortly after the completion of his training Congress would end up passing an act that would shut down the Unit, causing Wester to be transferred over to the chemical mortar battalion. As for Wester’s time overseas, he was in the European theater and was involved with functions relating to chemical based mortars, hence the name of the battalion he was involved with. When Wester began to see combat as a soldier, he was stationed in Germany, and just 4 days after his first combat engagement in Germany he would die on April 11, 1945.
Wilbur E. Westfall - During Sgt. Wilbur E. Westfall’s time as a soldier he had served in the 13th Infantry Regiment, Eighth Infantry Division, with him mainly seeing combat in France. On July 20, 1944, Wilbur E. Westfall would be fatally wounded in combat and die in France. Westfall was granted a few accolades for his actions, such as the purple heart and the Air medal. Unfortunately not much else is known about Westfall’s life inside and outside of the service, but it is clear that his sacrifices to the nation should be remembered and honored. 
Lee O. White - Lee Oliver White was one of the many brave men who served in the second World War. During his time in the military White served as a sailor on the destroyer ship known as the USS Meredith. Tragedy would strike on the meredith when it was conducting patrol duty off the shore of the Bay of Seine on June 7, the destroyer would end up coming in contact with an enemy mine, causing the ship to blow apart and sink. As a result of this incident, 7 people died and over 50 people were wounded or missing, one of those 7 people was Lee Oliver White who died at the young age of 26. Lee Oliver White left behind a wife and a 3-month-old son.
John Windheim Jr. - John Windheim, better known by his nickname “Windy”, was a lifelong Nutley resident who was described to be a man of enthusiasm and one who was inquisitive. Windheim, like most Nutley residents his age, had attended and graduated from the Nutley Public Schools system. When the war broke out Windheim was one of many young men who enlisted in the military, joining many brave soldiers in the pursuit of protecting the values of the United States. Initially Windheim was stationed on the USS The Sullivans from December 1943 to August 1944, later Windheim was transferred to do aviation training instead at Corpus Christi, Texas. On September 19, 1945, Windheim was just 8 days away from finishing his training and receiving his wings, however, tragedy would strike causing Windheim to die in a training accident.
Donald J. Wood - During the second World War many brave young men and women from Nutley sacrificed their lives to protect the United States and its virtues, one of the brave individuals from Nutley who made such a sacrifice is that of Donald J. Wood. Prior to Wood’s entrance within the military he had worked at Worthington Pump and attended school at Rutgers University, Wood would only stay in school for a year before enlisting in the United States Military. During his time in the military Wood had served as a paratrooper and saw combat against the Germans in countries such as France. On June 7, 1944, the 20-year old private Donald J. Wood would make the ultimate sacrifice and die in combat in France.
Thurston F. Woodford - Thurston F. Woodford was one of the many brave soldiers in the Second World War who had made sacrifices and fought for the sake of freedom. Woodford, a naval seaman, had initially received his training at Newport, Rhode Island, and Norfolk, Virginia. Upon the completion of his training, Woodford was sent to fight in the Pacific theater where he would serve on ships such as USS Mount Hood. On November 10, 1944, tragedy would strike for the young seaman, as he would end up getting killed in the Philippines after the ship he was on exploded.
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