I'm a woman on a MISSION!!!

[K9karen]

How awesome, Donna! I think it's so sweet and loving that your uncle hasn't been forgotten. I often think about those brave men who never came home and where they're buried and who's taking care of the grounds.

I have to thank you. I just now remembered that I have 2 uncles (twins) on my mom's side who died 6 months apart at age 2. (what a difference in medical advancement-one had a double hernia, the other, pneumonia). Mom remembered they were buried in the paupers side of the cemetary (near my house). She had forbade me to look them up. She wanted them to lie in peace. But I think I will investigate. Maybe even move them to their family plot. There are 2 spaces left, since most of the siblings are buried elsewhere with their families. Thanks for a heads up.

[moosmom]

I was actually named after my uncle Donald Edward Ploss (Donna Ellen Ploss). I never met him but have always had a picture of him in his Army uniform and somehow had a strong connection to. I even went as far as to write to my state congressman to get a copy of his purple heart which I also have encased with my Dad's flag and dog tags.

Kokopup,

Thanks for the history lesson. I've always been fascinated with history. Now even more than ever! Those US cemeteries are gorgeous and very well maintained. A wonderful tribute to all our fallen heroes!!

Visiting his grave is on my "Bucket List" although I highly doubt I'll ever get there to see it. But if I can find someone to adopt it, I can die a happy woman!!

[phesina]

This is just beautiful, Donna, this project you have taken on to honor your uncle's memory. God bless you. May you locate his resting place and some day even be able to visit it. And meanwhile, may there be someone tending his grave lovingly.

[Randi]

Donna, I can see why this is interesting for you, and your uncle would be proud. I have traced some of my father's family to USA, only found one family, though. The grandson of my grandfather's brother had sent an e-mail to a Danish archive in 1997, but unfortunately I got to know about this only last year.

Recently, I saw a TV program called "Who am I". In that, Susan Sarandon traced her family, and the other day Jerry Springer did the same. That was a sad show. I expect there'll be more programs to come. I find it very interesting!