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. 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. :) To see all photos submitted from many about the 87th Infantry Division, or to submit yours, go to: http://history06.smugmug.com and For info on 87th Infantry Division Association: http://www.87thinfantrydivision.com

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. :)

To see all photos submitted from many about the 87th Infantry Division, or to submit yours, go to:
http://history06.smugmug.com

and

For info on 87th Infantry Division Association:
http://www.87thinfantrydivision.com

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history06 > Joseph John Barvir; M-346,
87th Infantry Division and his wife,
Mae Barvir.

Joseph John Barvir, born 1920 and lived in Annapolis, Maryland.
He Married Mae Barvir Oct. 1944.
Before the war, he worked at B-26 Bomber plant in Baltimore.

As a member of M-346 , 87th Division,
he was seriously wounded on attack on
"GoldBrick Hill" ORMONT, Germany
March 3, 1945.

He earned the Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart for his wounds.

After the war, he worked for AT&T....Held a pilot's license....
Had a hobby of and loved flying.

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.

He and Mae went on several European Tours with the 87th Division Association.

They loved the comraderie and made many friends. He was a loving and devoted husband and very self-effacing.

He and Mae were WW-II History Buffs - especially of the 87th Infantry Division.

After his death, many of his Army Buddies still visit with Mae and exchange letters and Telephone calls.

He is buried at Arlington Cemetery,VA.

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. :)

To see all photos submitted from many about the 87th Infantry Division, or to submit yours, go to:
http://history06.smugmug.com

and

For info on 87th Infantry Division Association:
http://www.87thinfantrydivision.com

history06 > Joe & Mae Barvir;
87th Infantry Division Reunion;
Oklahoma City, OK 1991

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. :)

To see all photos submitted from many about the 87th Infantry Division, or to submit yours, go to:
http://history06.smugmug.com

and

For info on 87th Infantry Division Association:
http://www.87thinfantrydivision.com

history06 > Joe Barvir (white shirt) and Mae Barvir at the luncheon served at a restaurant in Echternach, Luxembourg.
June 1996
87th Infantry Division Association Tour.

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. :)

To see all photos submitted from many about the 87th Infantry Division, or to submit yours, go to:
http://history06.smugmug.com

and

For info on 87th Infantry Division Association:
http://www.87thinfantrydivision.com

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.

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. :)

To see all photos submitted from many about the 87th Infantry Division, or to submit yours, go to:
http://history06.smugmug.com

and

For info on 87th Infantry Division Association:
http://www.87thinfantrydivision.com