Sigma Phi Epsilon at the University of Oregon
Oregon Beta Chapter
P.O. Box 442100
Lawrence, KS 66044-2100
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or some, Memorial Day marks the
unofficial start to the summer season; but
for most, it is a time to reflect and honor the
military personnel who have died in the line of
duty while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. In
this issue, we would like to pause and recognize
the lives of those Oregon Beta brothers who
have served. While not all made the ultimate
sacrifice while defending the freedom of our
country, we take the time to honor those who
have served and have passed to remember their
legacy.
Russell Cole '38 served in the U.S. Coast
Guard during World War II. He passed away in
2012 in Los Angeles, Calif., at the age of 97.
Burton Osborn Jr. '43 was a reservist in the
U.S. Navy, serving as a pilot assigned to the
USS Richmond (CL-9). While performing
Portland Area
Get-Together and
Happy Hour
Friday, June 10 at 4 p.m.
Buffalo Gap Saloon and Eatery on
6835 S. Macadam Ave.
Alumni Weekend
Join us for fun and festivities
during SigEp's Alumni Weekend!
Social Hour
Friday, September 30 at 7 p.m.
Beer Garden at 777 W. 6th Ave.
Tailgate
Saturday, October 1,
prior to the
Oregon Ducks vs. Stanford game
Time and place TBA
Firetruck Memories
Our previous Oregon Beta Heartbeat article on the SigEp Firetruck brought back some fond memories for many of you, including countless repairs,
trips around town, cruising Willamette Boulevard, and serenading our sisters.
One memory in particular made me laugh. I was reminded about driving with a full load and heading into a corner, when everyone would begin
chanting, "Two wheels, two wheels, two wheels!" I hope that someday soon, we can all see the truck again!
Brian Stewart
Brian.stewart3@comcast.net
escort duty for reinforcement convoys, he was
lost at sea and later designated as killed in
action. Brother Osborn is remembered on the
Tablet of the Missing on the World War II West
Coast Memorial in San Francisco.
Col. Terry Sullivan '57 accumulated over
15,000 hours flying in bomber aircrafts and
served three tours in the Vietnam War as a B-52
pilot. He served a distinguished military career
with multiple key roles at various strategic air
command locations. He passed away on January
13, 2021, at the age of 85.
Dr. John "Mike" Talbot '59 was a lieutenant
colonel in the U.S. Air Force and a Vietnam
War veteran. After medical school, Mike joined
the Air Force, serving in Germany and Texas
before opening a private practice in Michigan.
He passed in 2008 at the age of 71.
SAVE THE
DATES
Mark Your
Calendars, Brothers!
Paying Homage to Our Fallen Heroes
If you have served in the military, the SigEp
Patriot Project is interested in hearing from you.
SPP is dedicated to developing connections with
SigEp brothers who have served their country.
You can view their Facebook page at www.
facebook.com/groups/sigepswhoserve and/or
email sigepswhoserve@gmail.com. They are
interested in hearing from any of Oregon Beta's
military brothers, including ROTC members,
veterans, and those currently serving.
