More detail on this person: John Wehr served in the 281st AHC from 11/67 until 11/68 as the commander of the Bandit Platoon (Bandit 26). During his tour of duty, he was responsible for training, and leading aviators and crew members flying combat missions in support of the long-range reconnaissance units of the 5th Special Forces Group, Project Delta. John was recognized as an outstanding leader of men and an accomplished aviator. He shall be missed, but always remembered. His obituary follows: LTC John R. Wehr, USA, Ret., age 74, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 4, 2018. John was born on July 27, 1944 in San Luis Obispo, California to the late Edward John Wehr and Betty Gretter Wehr. LTC Wehr proudly served in the United States Army for nearly 24 years where he was a helicopter pilot. He served two tours in Vietnam and received numerous commendations-including the Distinguished Flying Cross-3 OLC, Bronze Star Medal-1 OLC, Defense Meritorious Service Medal-1 OLC, and the Army Commendation Medal-3 OLC. A true soldier and leader, LTC Wehr was humble, valiant, and selfless. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 48 years, Billie L. Wehr; his son and daughter in law, John R. Wehr II and Ashley of Grovetown; and his feline companion, Garfield. He was loved and adored as "Pa" by his two-year-old grandson, John Hudson "Huddy" Wehr III and his one-year old granddaughter, Charlotte Harper Wehr. He is also survived by many friends including his buddies at the Smokehouse Hunting Club. A celebration of John's life took place in the chapel of Platt's Funeral Home, with full military honors.
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