by Ty Parker | Apr 15, 2021 | 2021 Convention
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by Ty Parker | Mar 29, 2021 | Memorials - Foundations
We have recently received word of Joe’s passing. Joe Fontana has been a major supporter and contributor from the very beginning of the existing of the United States Association of Rudimental Drummers. Following is an in memoriam from Joe Fontana’s long...
by Ty Parker | Jan 16, 2021 | Memorials - Foundations, Through the 20th Century Drummers, USARD News
January 14, 2021 at age 94, Mr. Don Friesing passed away. Â Mr. Friesing was a loving family man and was so loved by family and many dear friends. Â Mr. Friesing was most deservedly inducted into the Drumming For Our Veterans Hall of Fame in 2018, as well as, the...
by Ty Parker | Jan 14, 2021 | Memorials - Foundations, USARD News
Received word that good friend and honored USARD member, Gerd Sommer has died on January 13, 2021. Gerd Sommer born in 1928 founder of the Hanaford’s Fife & Drum Corps and was one of only two living students of J. Burns Moore. He attended Hamilton...
by Ty Parker | Dec 12, 2020 | Memorials - Foundations, USARD News
We are sad to report that we have received word today, December 11, 2020, that USARD founding member Charles Kammer has died. Charlie has been with us since the inception of the organization, holding significant positions as treasurer and membership manager. Beyond...