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Semper Fi Gunny, Godspeed!
April 16, 2018 Grunt.com Admin

Semper Fi Gunny, Godspeed!

Statement from R. Lee Ermey’s longtime manager, Bill Rogin:

It is with deep sadness that I regret to inform you all that R. Lee Ermey (“The Gunny”) passed away this morning from complications of pneumonia. He will be greatly missed by all of us. It is a terrible loss that nobody was prepared for. He has meant so much to so many people. And, it is extremely difficult to truly quantify all of the great things this man has selflessly done for, and on behalf of, our many men and women in uniform. He has also contributed many iconic and indelible characters on film that will live on forever. Gunnery Sergeant Hartman of Full Metal Jacket fame was a hard and principled man. The real R. Lee Ermey was a family man, and a kind and gentle soul. He was generous to everyone around him. And, he especially cared deeply for others in need.

There is a quote made famous in Full Metal Jacket. It’s actually the Riflemen’s Creed. “This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine.”

There are many Gunny’s, but this one was OURS. And, we will honor his memory with hope and kindness. Please support your men and women in uniform. That’s what he wanted most of all.

Semper Fi, Gunny. Godspeed.

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Comments

Don Cossey - May 11, 2020

It is my belief that Gunny was a Winger. If not mistaken he was MOS 6413 ..A/C Mech: I think we crossed paths in MCAF New River in 64 or early 65..could be wrong though..A Chesty Puller Marine for sure or could sure act like one…RIP and Semper Fi…

Greg tate - May 11, 2020

My dad was in the Corp for 25 years, fought in WWII and Korea. He loved watching mail call and would relate to many of his stories. I loved watching gunny as well and was shocked and saddened by the news, a great man who will be greatly missed. Greg

Jerry Cannon Sr - May 11, 2020

Semper Fi Gunney, R I P, you are a Marine for all to measure up to. Buck Sgt. Jerry Cannon, 1st 8″ Howitzer Battalion, Camp Hague Okinawa,1956-1962.

Jerry Bates - May 11, 2020

GOD BLESS YOU GUNNY. MAY I REQUEST A POSITION IN YOUR PLATOON WHEN I GET THERE. SGT JERRY BATES USMC VIETNAM VET APRIL 1967 TO DECEMBER 1968.

Brad Pollard HMA-369 Gun Fighters 82-86 comnav elec UH1N AH1J - May 11, 2020

Better get every thing ship shape Marines. Gunny has received final orders. To those before us your getting one of the best, for the rest of us to follow we have it the Marine way. Semper Fi Gunny

Ricky Phillips - May 11, 2020

Semper Fi. I was at P.I. Plt 3068 21 Aug 78-14 Nov. When anyone asks what boot was like i tell them to watch Full Metal Jacket and i had 4 D.I’s just like the Gunny. Would have been great to have met him, may his family be at peace.

David “Bubba” McClellan Lcpl RVN ’69-’70 - May 11, 2020

Your six is secure for eternity Gunny. Now you can rest in peace knowing you left this world a better place for those of us still here. Thank you for your service to our great country and for showing the world what a real man should be. Semper Fi from a fellow Marine.

John Stamberger - May 11, 2020

God took Gunny and then God took Mrs. Bush they need somebody escort Mrs Bush to heaven And what a better person than Gunny

Marvin K Rhodes - May 11, 2020

R.I.P. Gunny and Semper Fi Marine !!!!

C Eggleston - May 11, 2020

The Marine Corps lost a good advocate , he will be missed by all especially Marines. Semper Fi brother!!!

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