101st Airborne Association — New England Chapter

IN MEMORIAM

Richard Henry "Murph" Murphy, Jr.
January 25, 2023

NOTE FROM PRESIDENT BOB MORRISSEY: On a sad note on this July 4, I must announce the passing of a long time Chapter Member and a long time friend of mine Richard H. (Murph) Murphy this past January. If anyone would like to see the Obituary it can be found here: Link to Obituary.

CSM Robert M. Delia
March 20, 1931 - January 11, 2023

CSM Bob Delia was interred next to his beloved previously-deceased wife Joan on March 26, 2023 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Pepperell MA. It was a sunny and mild but very windy day, providing a challenge for flag-bearers (from the Pepperell VFW Post #3291 where CSM Delia was a member) and flag-folders (SMAJ's long-time friends and comrades Dave McCallister and Ralph Metivier). The ceremony was well-attended and everything he could have wanted for a send-off from his many friends and comrades, including a Rifle Detail from the Hollis, NH VFW Post 11373 and the Brookline, NH American Legion Post 74. Thanks to them all for their appearances. Click here for the Graveside Service Program (courtesy of LTC(Ret)Gregory d'Arbonne). Pictures have been added to our PHOTOS page. Click here for a link to the McGaffigan Funeral Home obituary, where you can view the Tribute Book and add your own memories.

Do you want to become a member of The 101st Airborne Division Association?

Being a member of the National Chapter helps preserve and strengthen friendships through annual reunions, chapter activities, and free online access to the quarterly magazine, The Screaming Eagle. You become part of all the great things we do and represent such as our Screaming Eagle Foundation. The Foundation offers scholarships totaling upwards of $50,000 a year to family members of our members dating back to WWII. Additionally our Screaming Eagle Support Program provides monetary grants to assist the needs of the lower enlisted, active duty Screaming Eagles. You can join the National Chapter for as little as $30 a year.
Click here for the National Membership Website.

Membership in the New England Chapter brings you closer socially to local comrades-in-arms and provides an opportunity for your ongoing connection to the 101st.

E-Mail us to request more information about joining our Association
or use our Application for Membership form.

Our meetings are now held at Bailey's Bar & Grille, 18 Main Street, Townsend MA.

Our next business meeting will be Saturday, January 4, 2024.

NOTE: The "Members Only" page was updated December 1, 2023 and the "Photos" page was updated October 22, 2023. (NOTE: It now includes the 2023 Cookout photos.)

Mission Accomplished: Route 101 — "Screaming Eagles Highway" in New Hampshire!

On October 18, 2014, a large group of the New England Chapter members—and guests—were present at the dedication ceremony for the signage for Highway 101 in Auburn NH.

Click here for Manchester Union Leader reporting of the event.

Community Affairs/Sponsorships
Fisher House Boston	The Fisher House program is a unique private-public partnership that supports America's military in their time of need. Fisher House donates "comfort homes", built on the grounds of major military and VA medical centers. These homes enable family members to be close to a loved one during hospitalization for an unexpected illness, disease, or injury. Click here to read more about Fisher House.

The New England Chapter of the 101st Airborne is proud to sponsor this organization.
We ask you to join us in supporting their unique and meaningful efforts.

OFFICIAL NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER Logo Merchandise
Supply chain issues have hit us along with everybody else! We have limited amounts of items and are not sure when we will be able to get more.

Also, we must stop paying shipping charges — and are very sorry about that. Email Bob Morrissey to ask what's still available.