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Honoring fellow 87th Infantry Division Friends... Here's to Joseph Barvir

Joseph John Barvir; M-346, 87th Infantry Division.
This gallery is dedicated to friendships made that lasted "Stalwart and Strong" long after the war was over
among men of the 87th Infantry Division,
or friends made at Reunions or post war tours.

Submitted by John McAuliffe, M-347 who would appreciate any comments,thoughts, or memories regarding friendships made.

Update - January - 2009 - comment posted:
My name is Joseph Barvir and I am researching my family tree.
My family is from the Baltimore area.
I was wondering if anyone has any information on the early life of Joseph John Barvir.
If you have any information please feel free to e-mail me at joeybarvir@aol.com.
Thank you. :)
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Dedicated to friendships made that lasted "Stalwart and Strong" <br /> long after the war was over among men of the 87th Infantry Division, <br /> or friends made at Reunions or post war tours.<br /> <br /> December 16, 1991 at a VBOB reunion in Washington, DC.<br /> <br /> Shown left to right are: <br /> Joe Barvir; M-346<br /> Joe Zimmer; B-45<br /> Bill O'Donnell; I-346<br /> Bill Tayman; C-345<br /> John McAuliffe; M-347.
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Dedicated to friendships made that lasted "Stalwart and Strong"
long after the war was over among men of the 87th Infantry Division,
or friends made at Reunions or post war tours.

December 16, 1991 at a VBOB reunion in Washington, DC.

Shown left to right are:
Joe Barvir; M-346
Joe Zimmer; B-45
Bill O'Donnell; I-346
Bill Tayman; C-345
John McAuliffe; M-347.

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  • Joseph John Barvir; M-346, <br /> 87th Infantry Division and his wife,<br /> Mae Barvir. <br /> <br /> Joseph John Barvir, born 1920 and lived in Annapolis, Maryland.<br /> He Married Mae Barvir Oct. 1944.<br /> Before the war, he worked at B-26 Bomber plant in Baltimore.<br /> <br /> As a member of M-346 , 87th Division, <br /> he was seriously wounded on attack on <br /> "GoldBrick Hill" ORMONT, Germany <br /> March 3, 1945.<br /> <br /> He earned the Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart for his wounds.<br /> <br /> After the war, he worked for AT&T....Held a pilot's license....<br /> Had a hobby of and loved flying.<br /> <br /> Joe had what he called his "War Room" on 2nd floor of his home in Graham, NC., which many of his Army friends visited and talked over war experiences. <br /> <br /> He and Mae went on several European Tours with the 87th Division Association.<br /> <br /> They loved the comraderie and made many friends. He was a loving and devoted husband and very self-effacing.<br /> <br /> He and Mae were WW-II History Buffs - especially of the 87th Infantry Division.<br /> <br /> After his death, many of his Army Buddies still visit with Mae and exchange letters and Telephone calls.<br /> <br /> He is buried at Arlington Cemetery,VA.
  • Joe & Mae Barvir; <br /> 87th Infantry Division Reunion; <br /> Oklahoma City, OK 1991
  • Joe Barvir (white shirt) and Mae Barvir at the luncheon served at a restaurant in Echternach, Luxembourg.<br /> June 1996 <br /> 87th Infantry Division Association Tour.
  • John McAuliffe at his friend <br /> Joseph Barvir's gravesite in <br /> Arlington National Cemetery, VA<br /> December - 2003.<br /> <br /> ...And at the going down of the sun...<br /> We shall remember them..
  • Dedicated to friendships made that lasted "Stalwart and Strong" <br /> long after the war was over among men of the 87th Infantry Division, <br /> or friends made at Reunions or post war tours.<br /> <br /> December 16, 1991 at a VBOB reunion in Washington, DC.<br /> <br /> Shown left to right are: <br /> Joe Barvir; M-346<br /> Joe Zimmer; B-45<br /> Bill O'Donnell; I-346<br /> Bill Tayman; C-345<br /> John McAuliffe; M-347.

  • Guest

    on January 11, 2009

    My name is Joseph Barvir and I am researching my family tree.
    My family is from the Baltimore area.
    I was wondering if anyone has any information on the early life of Joseph John Barvir.
    If you have any information please feel free to e-mail me at joeybarvir@aol.com.
    Thank you. :)

  • Paul Hilton

    on February 3, 2007

    John,
    Thank you for sharing your pictures. It is very touching that your less fortunate comrades are still lovingly remembered by so many. And thank you for your service, Sir.

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