The Gunny Tribute Special: Remembering R. Lee Ermey
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- In this tribute episode, the Military Makeover team and R. Lee Ermey's family members and friends celebrate the life of The Gunny, reminiscing about the laughter and love he spread throughout his career.
The entire family at Military Makeover continues to mourn the death of its beloved drill instructor, R. Lee Ermey at age 74. Though the former Marine is renowned for his Hollywood portrayals of hardened authority figures, his most recent role was a five-year stint covering 13 seasons as co-host of Military Makeover. On the show, The Gunny acted as a confidant for military veterans receiving home makeovers to thank them for their service, as well as a task master keeping the production crew in line.
The Gunny leaves us with his thoughts on giving back to veterans.
"I can’t call this a job,” Ermey said recently about his Military Makeover duties. “It’s a habit that I have. But it’s a fun habit that helps my veterans, and anything that helps my veterans, I’m game for.”
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Born during WWII
Became a soldier
Still is a soldier
Always is a soldier
R.I.P. to a brother from another mother. Rick Rescorla. KIA World Trade Center.
We're marines not soldiers
I appreciate what you are saying but believe me, Gunny would be the first to correct you.
He became a Marine and he is and will always be a Marine.
Marines are not soldiers, they are MARINES.
Once a Marine,
Always a Marine. Definition of, “Semper Fi!”
"Marines don't die. They just go to hell and regroup!"
Roger that.
Marines have already been to hell ... and marines dont die ... they take post at the pearly gates ...
and then on judgement day... death and hell and everything in it will be thrown alive into the lake of fire that burns with sulfur and fire. Last 2 chapters of Revelations reveals it all. If satan and his followers don't want to go there..then why would a human want to swim in sulfur and fire for eternity while being eaten on the inside with worms? Such bizarre comments.
@@gabrielmcollazo6675 Your a fool. why would a human be able to conquer spiritual demons. He was flesh and blood, but no he is a spirt and no match for satan and his demons. Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation
5 This is what the Lord says:
“Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,
who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv DO NOT IMPOSE YOUR BELIEVES ON THE REST! GET A FISH SANDWICH AND SIMMER DOWN YOUR FANATISM! YOU HAVE NO AUTHORITY ON CALLING THE SHOTS FOR THE ONE ABOVE YOU! GOODBYE!
22 year Army vet here. We are a band of brothers
He's not dead...Marines are not allowed to die!!! He's watching over his family and fellow Marines! Semper Fi Gunny! RIP
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Roger THAT! 😊
He’s on guard waiting for us❤.
@@sethputnamsghostiPads 🎉
my. brother is officer when the first gulf war then he got he started a new job and then work at gsa
In. Logistics
Marine's never die, they're just redeployed 😏
There are only two times I've ever cried uncontrollably: 9/11 and the day that The Gunny left us. God bless you Gunny. Semper Fi 🇺🇸🇺🇸
They played Full Metal Jacket during my bus ride to Marine Corps boot camp in 2007! Not only that...but during my time in service aboard Camp Pendleton, CA, I walked into the commissary and randomly met and spoke with The Marine icon himself. An awesome conversation was had between us. That day I met an amazing man and Marine, leaving with a personalized, signed poster from the man himself. RIP Gunny. Semper Fi!
A few years back, I learned that a good friend of mine (and a veteran) was diagnosed with bone cancer. I contacted a representative of Mr. Ermey asking (partially in vain) if Gunny could record a motivational message for my friend. To my great surprise and pleasure, a few days later i got a personalised recording from Gunny directed towards my friend; providing a great deal of inspiration. Those few words served to inspire my friend through some tough times. Gunny did not have to take his time to do such a thing, but he did so without hesitation. That is the sign of a great man. RIP Gunny and you will be missed. What a nice and generous guy.
Not very often do you get the pleasure of reading on the internet, a substantive and heart warming story such as yours , Ron. That was beautifully written and so powerful that I got a lump in my throat and my eyes welled up. Thanks so much for allowing us into a wonderful part in your life. All of you are quite special and fit in the best category of humanity.
I see a man of culture, a classic,i respect that
Can you post it?
Dammit Ron you sent ninjas to cut my onions.
@@shitboxoffroad Id love to hear it.
He was the father I never had. RIP 'Gunny'
RLE is a great American hero. His acting was natural. He inspired me to join the military and after multiple tours I’m honored to serve like he did.
A stint in the military turned an untold number of young lives around.
Thank you for your service, Marine
Gunny, a man like you taught me how to stay alive in Vietnam. We are still great friends to this day, 52 years later. America needed and still needs men like you. We miss you Gunny but you will live on in our hearts.
I so admire this man. He was one of those 'Bigger Than Life' characters.
Tough as nails, but a heart of gold....R.I.P. Gunny!
I grew up watching mail call with R Lee Ermy. Like if y'all agree.
Agree that you grew up watching Mail Call?
Same. That’s a show I truly miss.
I miss watching Mail Call. I kinda had wished that I knew him growing up and wishing he was my grandpa.
oooooOOO FUCK YES, I LOVE MAIL CALL !!!
I watched lock an load as kid
I am a 15 year Army vet. I don't cry, I don't whine. But this tribute had me actually choked up. Thank you guys for being there and taking care of our vets.
Rest in peace Gunny. We'll miss you.
The Gunny was at a Glock days appearance in Denver. I was gonna take a couple hours off of my job to get his autograph but was involved in a really bad crash on the way to work. It was one of my biggest “Get back on my feet” bucket list items to get to meet the Gunny. My buddies got me an autograph that said “Sorry I missed you, next time. Simper Fi” . I’m finally getting close to walking on my own again and it sucks so bad that I’ll never get to shake his hand. Thank you for the inspiration Gunny. Semper Fi...
As a parent with both my boys in the Marine Corp .. I am honored by this man and what he did..
Gunny was such a special person , he made the World a better place .... I love ❤️ the guy for his service..... RIP 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
R.I.P gunny thank you for your service 🇺🇲🇺🇸
The world is a poorer place without him.
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation
5 This is what the Lord says:
“Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,
who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
If his movie, "Full Metal Jacket" aired BEFORE "Top Gun", I would've been a Marine!!!!! Gunny!!! From an aging Special Warfare sailor, this salute's for you!!!! Oh, and, SEMPER FI,,Marine!!!! OOH-RAH, Gunny!!!!
My husband was a Viet Nam vet. He loved the Gunny. As I'm watching, I'm thinking of how much Ed would have enjoyed this. Great tribute. Thank you.
This is one of the famous people I will actually miss deeply.
This man was a Devil Dog even before he knew he was one.
CarbonGlassMan - Anti-Hero hero.
@jeff lee He's not a baby killer you idiot.
@jeff lee that's bullshit and you'd have to be stupid to believe such an idiotic thing.
@jeff lee That's a lie being told by a moron.
Gunny is right. Non military folks just assume we are cared for. And us veterans we look out for our fellow veteran because those are our brothers and sisters. A unique family
Our biggest issue is its out there, but no one is helping understand how to utilize our resources. Then they make the paperwork so difficult you eventually just give up. It takes a veteran working in the system to help a Veteran.
wakcedout funny i dont make assumptions about anyone i dont know
fyi im non military but i do start fundraisers on facebook every year on my birthday to raise money for the wounded Warrior Project so please dont imply that all non military folks dont care because military folks like you if you even served make it harder for people like me to care
That's not what Gunny was saying, he was meaning nonmilitary people would think the Government would help these men and women , our Government is the same. Thing's that should be in place to assist them like Veteran's Affairs have funding cut and offices closed.
Like Travis Frinzell don't assume just because one never served they don't understand, I have seen and heard military member's cut other's down and insinuate they were weak because they have PTSD.
Civilian's do more for Veteran's then most give them credit for, most donate their time, money and anything else they can. The thing is most don't see it because their not glory seeker's.
The only one in the State's who truly doesn't understand or care for Veteran's is the Orange freak running your Country, maybe he should start caring for the people of the US. I am pretty sure the $73 million border wall being constructed along a 20-mile stretch of the U.S.-Mexico border near Santa Teresa, N.M could be used to help Vet's better.
@@travisfrinzell284 Same here but likewise over here in the UK, respect the US though :)
The reality is can't ever serve and probably wouldn't there either because of my ill health, but doesnt mean I can't respect it, past members of my family have, even my grandfather did. Pisses me off actually the way people don't care about exservice men etc, one person was charged for pissing on a cenotaph I'd never do that and would be appalled!
Keep it up, great name btw take care :)
A man who made a difference!
RIP Sir!
He's welcoming home all veterans. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Rest easy Gunny... Semper Fi!
Semper Fi USMC..out in 73" A Marines...Marine!
He was the grandfather that everybody wants to have.
He will be sadly missed
RIP Gunny 😔
Yes, he was. I will miss him dearly.
My son went to school with Betty and her x husband Eli. The daughter is beautiful ❤. Loved ermy
I think anyone who fought for the freedoms of others deserves a place to live.
I had nightmares as a kid after watching Gunny on 'Full Metal Jacket'. In my country, we are conscripted at 18. I couldn't sleep for weeks prior to enlistment, I was so afraid I would get a drill instructor like Gunny and he would give us hell like how he did on FMJ. He's a legend indeed. 😎
May "Gunny" rest in peace. They don't often make 'em like that anymore.
gunny isn't a nick name it's a title, (it is short for Gunnery Sergeant which is his rank awarded to him by the president) so no need for the quotations :) cheers
@charles hedberg - wouldn't that be something to see?
Good man, Good MARINE. GOD loves Marines.
HOOOOO AAAH!!!
"Gunny" will not be resting even in heaven he'll be training marines night and day from angels.... Marines for God.
He was a great actor, a great Marine, a great supporter of our brave Veteran's, and most of all, a great Man !
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation
5 This is what the Lord says:
“Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,
who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv 3:02 his brother looks like he could be his twin!
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv As he would say get some.
@@user-zx7dp3qp6u some what? Why would I have listened to him? he was no one.
One of the nicest people who I ever met. Rest easy R Lee Ermey.
I had the honor of meeting the Gunny at Shot Show one year. The line took forever. Turns out it was because he didn’t rush anyone. He talked like an old friend. I’ll never forget getting to shake his hand and talk for a bit with such a great human being.
When I got to Vietnam, a 19 year old, straight out of the Southern West Virginia hills a Staff Sergeant ( I will not use his name because I have not asked permission to use it) took me under his wing. During in country training (30 days) he gave me instruction on how to stay alive and do my job as a Special Actions troop. This was a sniper-ambush unit and we would go out, search for enemy units and kill as many as we could or stay quite and call in artillery or airstrikes on them. We had many hand to hand actions. This Staff Sergeant was my team leader for several months. His leadership, his dedication, to the mission and love for his men brought us through some really tough times. His example inspired bravery in his men, including me, even when we were scared to death. He lead from the front and never, never asked us to do anything that he would not do himself. We are friends and brothers to this day. I have to be honest, when I was in combat in Vietnam, I did not fight for Mom, Apple Pie and the Flag, although that was the reason for my visit to Vietnam, I was fighting for my fellow team members. I did not want to let them down, I was afraid not to do my best for fear it would cost them their lives. It was not about me it was about them. This is the love my Staff Sergeant instilled in all of us. His strength of charter, his bravery, leadership, and outstanding knowledge, and skill got most of us through Vietnam with our lives. He is a true American hero.
Thank you for sharing and for your service,I salute you.
Charlie NineRVN thank you of your service
Thank you all for your service! I love my country, but men like you, have made it this much better. Thank you!
CN - That is truly a moving and amazing story. My Uncle (Mom's Brother) served in Vietnam and has said almost nothing of his time there. (in my presence) No one except those who were there can or will understand what you went through. I can only say, God Bless You and Yours, and THANK YOU for Your service and sacrifice.
War of any kind is not fully understood unless you participated.Only then, would one understand the brotherhood and the love for each other,it is truly a incredible experience.
RIP Gunny!!!
The Gunny is my favorite actor RIP Gunny❤
"A good soldier never leaves a man behind". What a legend dude.
Thank you for your service in the Corps and helping our fellow veterans Gunny. As a Navy Corpsman, I feel closer to the Marines and love the time I spent with them. I felt more like a Marine than Navy and am told frequently "You are a Marine Doc" by the Marines around me. I love those guys. Men like "The Gunny" are few and far between. You will be missed. Semper Fi Marine !
Doc B
You from ABQ?
Your Dress Blues may have been a Navy pattern, but, Doc, you're always welcome to wear them at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball. You earned the right!! Damn strait Navy Medical Corpsmen are Marines when they serve with Marines. You keep us fit to fight.
as a former marine meeting the gunny was the highlight of my military journey, RIP Gunny GET SOME
You're never a Former marine ! ONCE A MARINE ALWAYS A MARINE 💪👊! OOORAH !!! CARRY ON !👍
as a former marine, I wish I could have been there with you to me Gunny. You are so very lucky to have met him in person.
RIP Guns!!!!
Col Tom Cook USMC (Ret) ‘62-‘2002
How did you meet him?
@@peacefulwarrior4078 I call myself a Former Marine 😂
A Marine never retires , and never dies. We will remember him forever.
It's hard to believe it's been 2 years since we lost the Gunny. He was a huge inspiration to a lot of people, myself included, and he is sorely missed.
Amen, Brother. I'm Wanting To Join The Marines And Gunny Takes The Spotlight For Insparation.
Yea its hard
But, we're glad that men, such as him, have, and DO exist.
@@mac5894 3:02 his brother looks like he could be his twin!
May the stars and stripes fly over you, god bless you
He’s an un-replaceable staple in the military and an amazing actor and human being!!!!
As a navy veteran 70-74, I thank you Gunny. Thank you for standing up and helping our brothers.
And America has shed a tear for one of its best heroes and icons is gone.
When was he a hero? All he was in life was d DI. Never fought, just made money in films. A paper tiger. LOL. Another strutting, posing John Wayne type. NOT a warrior.
edgar helbling bruh
edgar helbling He served 14 months in Vietnam from 1968-1969. He was awarded 9 medals during his service; 6 of which he received from his time in Vietnam. Most people consider these honors received and time spent in a combat zone heroic.
Christy Dolan www.americanwarlibrary.com/display/usmc.htm
Not just for getting shot at bud. Go check out the criteria. He’s done more than you have I’m sure.
Christy Dolan -ANOTHER TROLL!
He grew up here in Washington ... Something in the fresh food, water and air up here ... Semper Fi brother Marine ... Hold the fort till the rest of us get there ... As for the thumbs downers, go play on the freeway ...
Rid us of Antifa, before it spreads.
Masks are a target.
I didn't dislike the video, but: "go play in a freeway?" For what? Because they didn't like the video, you fascist?
Every man is entitled to his own opinion -- isn't that what we supposedly fight/fought for? Go move to North Korea or China if you're that blindly devoted to something or someone.
I love how people use the comment 'isn't that what we supposedly fight/fought for'. Yet I would be willing to bet money that the people that use this comment have never served or done anything to support their countries freedoms. All our US Military men and women deserve the utmost respect and appreciation, they truly are what makes America Free and safe. To all our Military men and women - Thank you so much for everything you do.
@@billytk1225 I've done more for this country than you ever thought about doing.
I like the fallacious presupposition about: "Yes Men" as thee only people who have ever done something for their country. It clearly illustrates their intolerable degree of repugnant stupidity. I'm a third generation 'Army Brat' and I can assure you: serving them WASN'T serving my country. I've done far more for my country by my own measure of discernment than I ever did catering to a tyrant's demands.
Go back to doing nothing, and NEVER respond to me, you waste of space.
@@judahsoremy9857 You fought for something? So you enlisted and served in the military right? What war are you a Veteran of? What branch of service were you in? When did you serve and with what unit? What was your MOS? Were you just using the word "we" to try and incorporate yourself into the group of those that actually did and do fight for your rights and freedoms, so you can sit here and blather nonsense to your heart's content? I really hope you served....
A man who will always be loved and missed by freedom loving Americans. The greatest honor of my life has been working with the military as a civilian contractor. Respect, Honor and never forget. RIP Gunny!
Not many celebrity passing have hurt, but this one really truly did hurt a lot
It's sad but true that our government doesn't take care of our veterans like they should.i will remember you always Gunny.
It's not sad, it's a disgrace.
the marine corps went sissy it aint the corp iwas in needs to go back to the old days before they disband it
I do miss the Gunny.... Semper Fi! Rest easy Marine!
He was a amazing man and will be missed. His grandmother most have loved him and have some stories of him. God bless him and his family
Love that he owned a true 70’s van with a mural on the side.
RIP, Gunny. You will be remembered, sir. Before you were a Marine, now you're the Corps. *Salute*
He was the best damn Vietnam veteran rest in peace
I wasn’t aware he was actually a veteran, but I’m so not surprised. He always brought such a realism to those roles. A tremendously talented character actor.
This Man Educated Me Through Many Years. He Was Tough, But Reasonable, Smart, But Strong. A Good Man Deserves A Good Funeral.
R.I.P R. Lee Ermey.
gone but never forgotten RIP Gunny
Once a Marine always a Marine, Rest In Peace from a brother in arms, you will always be a shining light. Semper Fi
Semper fi God Bless You and your family and the whole of the US Military
Upmost respect to my fellow Brothers In Arms, both past and present. Gunny is no exception......he was the poster boy of a true classic military man of his time, and it set many a young boys, to go off to be great men through the Military. I, for one, am truly proud to have served as well, and the pride that goes along with the distinction of being a part of one of the Greatest Organizations Of America. Thank you Gunny for representing our fellow Brothers, and Sisters of the the United States Military. You are truly missed, and we shall all meet again, in our Almighty’s Heavenly Kingdom 😞🙏🇺🇸🇵🇭🇺🇸🇵🇭⚓️⚓️🙏.......USN RETIRED, 1ST GULF WAR VETERAN ⚓️⚓️HOOORA🇺🇸👍
RIP gunny. We all thank you for your service an your wisdom you shared an tried to bring awareness of the epidemic of veterans being tossed to the side as if they were nothing. Semper fi. Also those who disliked this tribute you have no respect an should be ashamed
R.I.P. Gunny!!!🇺🇸 SEMPER FI....OOORAH!!!!😇
Cirhs
OORAH!
OORAH!
Did y'all know that "ooorah" comes from the immatation of a Bulldog barking?
RIP Gunny Ermy!! We love you Sir. Your dedication, duty and sacrifice is one for everybody to emulate. Slow salute to an honored great.
My son took a picture of me and Gunny at a GI JOE Weekend of Heroes show in Ontario, California a few years back. My son and son-in-law both bought Gunny's DVDs. He looked like a really tough US Marine to me. As we moved on, he shook my hand and said Semper Fi to me. There's only one Gunny and I'm sure a lot of his fans will miss him. RIP Gunny.
I am from Colombia and I love that guy ... He is Alive ...
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation
5 This is what the Lord says:
“Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,
who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
R. Lee Ermey will be missed RIP brother.
R. Lee Ermey was a good man. R.I.P Gunny we miss you.
I'll MI$ miss miss what he has done for this Country like All of my Family but it seems Dangerous for the Military to be involved with the Govt. To enforce the Law. Close to Dictatorship..
Romans 6:23 New Living Translation
23 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.
He died, therefore he was a sinner like you and me deserving of hell if you were born on this planet.
"Gunny" was a true human being of love, caring and generosity. His undivided attention to veterans and their families is a symbol of our Marine Corps back in the day! I served in the Marines during the Vietnam Era and "Gunny" Hoover in my unit, MABS-26, had the same qualities as "Gunny." I miss them two immensely! Semper Fi to all...
The "Gunny" did not leave us. He is still here in his movies, his stories and our memories. It's like he will never leave us. There are more out there like him that have protected us and still do to this day. We need to remember those and honor them as well as we honor the "Gunny". Semper fi. I only wish I had someone like him when I was going through basic.
I salute you,Thank you for your service,May you rest in peace GUNNY
R Lee Ermey was a special human being!
Yes, he was a sinner like the rest of us deserving of hell because he was born on this planet.
I won't ever forget this man 🇺🇲💯🇺🇲
Great guy, father, husband and MARINE
Thank you Gunny, GOD BLESS YOU and YOUR FAMILY.
thank you Gunny, I'm Air Force, but we're brothers
Agreed, I am also Air Force, a PJ and I would come for his support anytime he called.
All who served are family. That's the attitude Gunny Ermey held, and it's the same for every honest veteran.
A true American hero in so many ways. You rest in peace Marine.
This man may have been terrifying on the outside, but he was a man of honor to everyone. God, treat him well.
Ephesians 2:8-9
8 For by God's grace are we saved through faith; not by works, (or being a firefighter or law enforcement or a hero or a marine or a veteran or actor or puppeteer or News reporter/anchor or a soul singer or killed by a terrorist or a sports hero or a fashion designer or a rock star or body builder or a writer or cooking show host or walk into a room and lite up a room with their smile or a pioneer or a super pop star or bounty hunter or race car driver or football coach or country music singer or basketball star or being modest or a Disney star actor or game show host or making people laugh or making people happy or a war hero or dying for your country or never killing anyone) 9 it is the free gift of God, not that anyone can boast of their salvation." Eternity will not be about any of us or what we have done. It will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save us from our sins. We all deserve hell and then the Lake of Fire that burns with sulphur and fire on Judgement day.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv John maybe you should relax a little, people are making statements of well wishes. It is of course the most important decision to have Jesus in our hearts, but it is also Love that carries this message to all others. R. Lee Ermey either knew Jesus or did not. God judges each on that merit alone. I am not sure if you are a veteran, but in most peoples hearts we would like to think that R. Lee Ermey asked Jesus into his heart at some point in his life. I would be suggesting readers to read the scriptures so they can learn that Jesus is the Only one that can save their souls. I am both a veteran and retired law enforcement officer, but yes, it is as you say. These things will Not get me into heaven. I took care of that when I was 23 and accepted Jesus into my heart. Faith and Love is what will help us after all If we accepted Jesus!!!
@@GM8101PHX I am also a veteran and retired firefighter. Woo Hoo. God could care less. I accepted Christ at the age of 8 and I'm now 64. 1 Corinthians 15:58 New Living Translation
58 So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.
2 Timothy 4:5 New Living Translation
5 But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you.
2 Timothy 4:2 New Living Translation
2 Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv 3:02 his brother looks like he could be his twin!
RIP Gunny....You are missed.
So very missed!
A true American hero that looked out for other true American Heroes
WE MISS YOU DEARLY, GUNNY!!! ENJOY YOUR REST, SIR.
Every now and then someone comes along and changes our lives for ever. The Gunny was one of them. Long live our beloved Gunnery Sergeant R. Lee Ermey. Rest easy Gunny
Jesus Christ changed my life forever and eternity. He is the only one who offered and died on a cross to save me from my sins. What did Ermey do for my salvation? Nothing.
I will forever remember The Gunny. An Icon not just a hero. He can never be replaced so he will live on, in our hearts. We love you Gunny. Semper Fi.
R.LEE ERMEY YOU ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE AN AMERICAN BADASS.
And a true Marine!
Nobody who earns the eagle globe and anchor EVER FORGETS THEIR SENIOR DRILL INSTRUCTOR. We hear and remember the cadence that made us roll our shoulders back, lean back, SET 'EM DOWN and STRUT!! GREATEST HONOR OF MY LIFE TO EARN THAT TITLE "MARINE"! GOD BLESS YOU GUNNY! SHAKE CHESTY PULLERS HAND FOR ME AND SAVE ME A PLACE!
Won't count for anything on judgement day. Only that if he knew Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior. That is all that matters for eternity.
Amen!
REST IN PEACE A TRUE AMERICAN HERO. 🇺🇸
Thank for a life of service Gunny. You are missed but still loved.
This old Navy Veteran will never forget Gunny, Rest in Peace
RIP Gunny. I'm sure Heaven is appreciating the new angel corps.
Gunny Thank You and you will be missed by all!!
Ermey is a never ending story. He is a American experience. 🇺🇸 never forget.
Definitely a hero of mine...
Same here. He was such a good-hearted man.
Every last person in this video in eyes are Heroes. R Lee Ermey was also a hero! Rest in Peace R. Lee.
A thousand salute to you Gunny. R.I.P. Sir.
Excellent Tribute to an amazing man. Thank for the memories Gunny, RIP. Semper Fi. 🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Whilst I never had the honor nor privilege to meet the Gunny let me tell you his legacy will live on not just in his beloved USMC but in all of our outstanding men and women who wear the sacred cloth that is the uniform of the greatest military the world has ever known! Semper Fi GySgt Rest easy and in peace sir!
I just stood in my kitchen and watched the whole of this, tears in my eyes, oven on ready for it to warm up but turned it off to not miss any of this awesome tribute. As a former British soldier I respected, admired and loved The Gunny even though I’d never met him or thought I ever would, that didn’t matter. From his movie appearances to Mail Call to this he should always be remembered firstly as a respected Marine but also as a humanitarian who’s love of the military superseded all.
We had a RSM in aldershot who was EXACTLY like him... will never forget either of them ... RIP Gunny and RSM George Reid
Steve H
I myself served in Vietnam I was in the Navy I heard about gunny what I heard about him I said to myself we have a angel in a marine corps uniform. May God Bless this good man always
Those were very beautiful and respectful words. Now, you made me cry. 😊
Crystal cloud thank you, he was an awesome funny and a great human being and I hope his legacy continues because people need to know who he was.
He is a respected Marine always. USMC retired
The navy dipped out on a legend. I’m ex Royal Navy and and a fellow veteran. Even over here in England Gunny was a legend
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation
5 This is what the Lord says:
“Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,
who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
We need a Marine to step up and continue this. This is important! Gunny would want someone to carry on this mission.
Hi Alan! You can visit www.militarymakeover.tv to see how we are carrying on the mission to help veterans!
I loved the Gunny! And so did my dad, who retired from the US Army in 1975 at the same rank as Gunny but in the Army its called Sergeant First Class.
Dad also was a Drill Instructor, or Drill Sergeant as they are called in the Army, preparing young soldiers for survival in Vietnam and going there himself with them. My dad, Sgt. 1st Class Robert E Burch loved the Gunnys DI "role" as he was the real deal and he related to him. But he enjoyed all of his shows as well as did I.
I was saddened by The Gunny's passing earlier this year. My dad passed in 2008 and watching the Gunny always made me smile and think of dad. Especially when I'd hear the Gunny use the phrase " theres no way in my my military mind" how he did, when I heard that phrase as a kid, It was never a good thing, it meant I screwed up. I sure miss hearing it now though and there is no way in my military mind I will ever forget Dad or Gunny R. Lee Ermey! I know the streets of Heaven are more secure with them both there, but my world was a neyter place with them both right here.
Semper Fi Gunny, RIP! You were a great man and human!!!
@@jaydouglas8845 Thanks, I had not known that, I was looking into the rank of Gunny Sergeant, my dad held the same rank in the Army where its called Sgt 1st Class, and found a link to notable gunny sgts and it stated that the gunny was honorably promoted after his retirement. Thats unusual!
Semper Fi young man.....