Very sad news. The funeral arrangements will be on here as soon as they are finialized.

Press Release
Crestwood Veterans Memorial Committee
July 2012

CRESTWOOD SAILOR KILLED IN MIDDLE EAST
Chief Petty Officer Sean Patrick Sullivan, United States Navy made the ultimate sacrifice for his country, family and community on July 19, 2012 when his MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter crashed during a heavy lift operation in the country of Oman.
Fellow Air crewman Second Class Joseph P. Fitzmorris also perished during this incident. Three fellow crewmen survived the crash.
Sean, known as “Sully” to his friends, graduated from Lindbergh High School in 1990. A fourth generation Sailor, Sean joined the United States Navy in 1991 and attended recruit training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes, IL. Chief Sullivan attended Aircrew Candidate School along with many specialized training schools. He served overseas in Japan and Sigonella, Sicily.
Chief Sullivan served many duty stations in the Continental United States to include Naval Recruiting District, St. Louis, MO.
Fighting for our Freedom, Chief Petty Officer Sullivan served during Operation Desert Storm, Desert Shield, and Operation Iraqi Freedom prior to his last deployment to Oman. Sean had selfless devotion to duty and an unwavering commitment to the United States of America and to the United States Navy.

Sean’s personal awards include: 3 Strike Flight Air Medals, The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (3 awards) The Army Achievement Medal and numerous Campaign and Unit Awards. Chief Sullivan was a small arms expert with ratings as a rifle and pistol expert.
Chief Petty Officer Sullivan leaves behind his loving wife Amy, many family members, and countless friends who adored him.

Chief Sullivan will be forever remembered by a grateful country and community as his name is inscribed in the City of Crestwood’s Veterans Memorial located at city hall.
Memorials may be made to:
Crestwood Veterans Memorial Committee or The Wounded Warrior Project
C/O Connie Melching
Crestwood Police Department
#1 Detjen Drive
Crestwood, MO 63126

Freedom is not Free; Chief Petty Officer Sean P. Sullivan made the ultimate payment for all of us.


Tom Ford

NO. 1037

Friends from Chicago in town this weekend, so ballgame time!

We won last night 4-1 against what they tell me is the best pitcher the Cubs have to offer, so this weekend is really going to be a good one.

Today we visit the Arch and take the tram ride, and tonight it's the ballgame between the Grizzlies and the Schomburg Bombers over at the stadium in Sauget, IL.

Tomorrow back to Bush stadium for the Card's Cubs game at 1:15 with Donna, Jim, and grandson (see photo above.)

This is a great way to showcase our town, and it wouldn't be a bad idea to have a night at the ball park featuring Crestwood, would it.


Tom Ford

NO. 1036

What can one say, 105 today, and the three "H's" through next week!

Well, welcome to St. Louis in the summer time! One thing is for sure, if you like 'warm' weather, this is your spot to visit!


Take care of the pet's, and make sure the elderly and the neighbor's have a way to stay cool as well because the next few days will be be brutally hot, and heat does have the potential to be fatal.

(The drawing of the arch came to me by way of a friend on the Internet.)

Tom Ford

NO. 1035

Vietnam veterans of America chapter 1028 to rsise funds for Crestwood memorial.

On Saturday, July 14, 2012 the Vietnam veterans of America, Chapter 1028 will be at Shop & Save (Watson Rd. store in Crestwood) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM to raise money for the renovation of the Crestwood veterans memorial stone located at City Hall.

Since your going to be out enjoying the cooler weather why not stop by and view the plans for the renovation and make a donation while you are picking up groceries at Shop & Save? A member of the Crestwood Veterans Committee will be on hand all day to explain the renovation and the reasons it is needed.

When you make a donation you will be helping crestwood and her veterans of all conflicts in this most important project. Please remember that your pledge or donation will be 100% used for this memorial as there are no hidden expenses to detour from it.

I will look forward to seeing you there as the Veterans Committee (Alderman John Foote, Aldermanic Representative) ET AL have worked very hard over the past two years to make this a reality (there are NO City funds involved in the project,) and they need your help to put it over the top!

As a life member of Vietnam Veterans Chapter 1028, I an very proud that my chapter has volunteered to work with the Crestwood Veterans Committee on Saturday, and I ask that we ALL make it a successful day for this outstanding project.


Tom Ford

NO. 1034

It's going to be another hot one today (106) folks, stay cool!

(Photo From a friend via email.)

Please do everything you can to stay cool today and until this heat wave breaks. If you have elderly neighbors please check on them often, and make sure your outdoor pet's have plenty of water and shade.

Tom Ford

NO. 1033

Crestwood BBQ COOK OFF sign up sheet:

Ladies and Gentlemen this is a copy of the sign up and registration sheet for the BBQ COOK OFF t be held at the Sappington House Barn area on August 25th. 2012 from 10:100 AM to 8:00 PM.

As of this writing we have not completed the full roster of judges for the content, however we plan to flesh out the panel by the end of the week, and we will bring the entire panel to you when we have completed that.

Please get your registration in early so you can be assured a prime location at the event.


Crestwood first annual BBQ cook-off contest entry form:

Name: ______________________________________________:

Address: ____________________________________________:

Ward number: _______________________________________:

Contact phone: _______________________________________:

The contest will be held at the Sappington House on Saturday, August 25, 2012 starting at 10:00 AM till 8:00 PM. Bring your grill, your family, and enjoy the day!
A traveling trophy will be awarded with the name (and ward number) of the winning chef inscribed and placed at City Hall. The decision of the esteemed dignitaries (AKA judges) will be final. We shall have a representative from each department at City Hall as a judge (IE, the Mayor, (Rosann Shannon, Public Works Division,) ETC.)

Bring the whole family and meet the reenactors from the "trappers of starved rock" dressed in period clothing for information on life in 1808!

Contact Tom Ford (by calling 314-341-2307) for further information, and To register, or Please fill out the above form and mail to:
Crestwood BBQ contest
C/O Tom Ford
569 Joshua Dr.
Crestwood, MO. 63126-1450


Tom Ford

NO.1032