Jerry A. Mitchell

This is my second posting in honor of Bill Branock. A true friend who would never let you down. I met Bill at Bladensburg S H. He hung around with a group that called themselves "Cousins". At that time he was very close to aher BHTS grad named Rick Claqyton (who is also deceased).It did not take long before Bill and I became good friends.What most people did not know is that Bill was in love with one of the Pasagno girls (Seaton). She wrote Bill a dear John lettet shortly after he joined the marines. I do not believe he ever got over her and did not care if he lived or died. With-in six months of there break-up Bill was killed in Nam. Bill remains in my memory as if were only yesterday we played baseball or football on the streets of Bladensbug. If you knew Bii, You would know what Kindness and friendship REALLY meant. Rest in peace Bill Braniock and Rick Clayton - I know you still walk by my side everyday.

Jerry A. Mitchell

Nolan - is that Really you? OMG we might be the only two left from the old "Cousins"

Posted on: Jul 16, 2014 at 11:46 PM

Time has been good to you Harold. What are you doing with yourself now that you are retired? Where are you living these days. I do not think I will make the reunion this year but I glad to see some familiar names. Cherri and I are still married - living and loving Florida.. Let me hear from you. I assume that you uncle has passed away but let me know something.