Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was with Bob at Clark. I was a dog handler as well. Bob worked a bomb dog he drove around in his m151 jeep while the rest of got eaten by mosquitoes. Bob was a good man. The bush can be unforgiving. RIP "IF YOU AINT K9 YOU AINT s#!^" See you on the other side my brother.

Wayne dillard SGT e4
U S AIR FORCE K-9

April 5, 2024

To all who knew Bob. Doesn't seem possible that it has been so long since Bob died. I am his niece and we were only 8 years apart. Both of his brothers have died. If you have any pictures of Bob, please email me at susantownsendgray@gmail,com and I will let you know where to send them. Thanks, Susan

Susan Townsend-Gray
Niece

February 8, 2024

I have located a memorial framed photo of him and his dog and would like to send it to a family member if anyone has a point of contact please let me know. Thank you in advance.

SSgt Espinoza
22d MWD McConnell AFB, KS

May 22, 2023

We were man/boys full of life and laughter going through Bomb dog school as roommates at Kadena in 1976. The days are a blur since then but there are many memories of you and that great personality you were my back then. The chess games and San Miguels while solving the ills of the world were cherished times my friend as we spent the days checking them off to go home again. I aslways regretted leaving in September 77 as if somehow it may have made a difference. Still miss that wide grin and easy laugh, always will. Rest easy brother.

SRa Robert (Bob) Lyon
Former 3rd SPS/ Retired Lacey PD

January 27, 2023

Robert's memory kept many of us going and situationally aware during some very dangerous times. His life was not lost in vain. RIP Brother.

SSgt. Karl L. de la Guerra
3rd LES/EST 1984 - 1988

May 30, 2022

Bob and I were in K-9 school together, then both were sent to P.I together. He was like a Brother to me. Love and miss you every day.

SRA Perez
U.S.Air Force K-9 Handler. (CLARK AB, PI)

May 30, 2022

Those of us who were SPs at Clark will never forget him or Casey, even though in my case it happened 8 years after I left Clark. We knew the Mabalacat wash out well. I worked with canine handlers and their dogs almost every night. It was an honor. The dogs and handlers were both amazing.

Sgt Bill Bourquin
US Air Force

April 27, 2022

My name is Matt Harwood, I am Bonney's son (the little blonde kid) and was in the PI with her. I was reading some of these reflections... sounds like some of you are looking for her. She's still around. Retired in Oregon. I will check periodically and help out anyone who may still want to reach her.

Sgt. Matt Harwood
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office, Lake Tahoe

April 18, 2022

I was at CAB in '77 and '78. Knew Bob, I was a dog handler, he was a bomb dog (Casey) handler. Got to drive a jeep, we were always on foot patrol and/or at "Bomb Dump". Bob often delivered box lunches, 90 cents, as opposed to C-rats. Very relaxed and laid back, knew the job and how to it. I was 18. He was an "Old man" at 22. Damn shame he never got to be a real one.

A1C S. Kent Pruett
USAF K-9

May 24, 2021

RIP sir.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

October 2, 2020

Bob was assigned to CAB a couple years before me - he was a legend and inspiration to all of us K-9 handlers. I cant count the hundreds of intruders we caught on base and with each we memorialized Bob.

The 1980s were a different time back then..... It was post Vietnam Red-Patch sentry-dog days, but we still didn't take criminals to the LED instead they were handcuffed to the kennels fence for some street justice. "Talk Shit Get Bit" was the moto and a lot of Filipino criminals walked with a limp after encountering a K-9 team while trespassing in the wash-outs.

K-9 Steve Faust while off-duty was assassinated outside Clark Gate when I was assigned to the 3rd SPG; I remember my roommate George and I going to the morgue to identify Steve's body (2 civilian German Shepard dogs and their retired USAF owner were also killed).

And on Wednesday 15 April 1987 at 2205 hours, I was knifed in the chest and hand by an intruder while TDY for a Protective Service Operation at Camp John Hay, Baguio Philippines - he almost killed me. I am thankful my police dog found and literally ate the intruder - the local police took care of the rest!

Rest in peace Bob and Steve. Our scars remind us of your service everyday!

dbd

April 15, 2020

I did not know Bob but, I was a friend of a good friend of his MSgt Bonnie Thornton. I've lost touch with Bonnie - so anyone who can put me on Facebook or email with her - I would appreciate that. My name is Donald A. Williams, Sr. MSgt USAF retired. K9 Instructor at Lackland for 14.5 years. Just wish to reconnect with Bonnie for old time sake.

Donald A Williams Sr. MSGT
Friend from Lackland AFB

January 7, 2020

I did not know Bob but I was a A1C SP with the 3rd Law Enforcement Squadron that responded to his murder. I helped get him on the jeep to the ambulance and escorted the ambulance to the hospital. I then assisted in the search for his murderers. I write today because I just arrived home from Police Week in Washington DC. I visited the memorial wall for the first time and immediately looked up Bobs name on the wall. You will not be forgotten Bob. Rick Gepperts son is going to to bring Rick to visit you in Troy and your memorial. When I am in the area I will to. May you rest in peace defender

Lt Saul Roth
Nassau County PD

May 16, 2019

I never knew Bob, but I was a Senior Airman (the same rank as Bob) with the 416th Security Police Squadron at Griffiss AFB, NY when the 416th sent an honor guard to his funeral. I was on the funeral detail.
Now almost any mention of Clark AB makes me remember the snowy January day when our detail went to Troy to pay our respects to our fallen brother and his family.
RIP, Bob.

SSgt. Doug Clark
USAF Security Police Veteran

May 4, 2019

As I write this it is the Saturday before Veteran's Day 2018. I never knew Bob but feel a closeness to him every Sunday. You see I am a 42 year veteran with the Troy Police Department and also an ordained Deacon at St. John's in Troy N.Y.. My name is the Reverend Officer Paul M. Carney. Every Sunday when I vest for services at St. John's I look at the memorial in the Sacristy dedicated to him and think of Bob. I have been serving at St. John's for ten years now and each year I always make a point to mention Bob during the Prayers for the People. Many blessings to you and your family members. Your Brother in arms.

Rev. Off. Paul M. Carney

Reverend Officer Paul M. Carney
City of Troy Police Dept. St. John's Episcopal Church Troy, N.Y.

November 11, 2018

40 years ago, Saturday, 1/6/18. I have missed you every day since. Will see you soon.

Ken Gray Bob's older brother 1/8/18

January 8, 2018

I also worked that night I think about it a lot, Bob was such a nice guy,he helped me pick my dog out when I got to Clark.

Sgt Brenton Hamilton 3rd SPG/K9 Clark
fellow dog handler(WOLF)

December 23, 2017

I also worked that night I think about it a lot, Bob was such a nice guy,he helped me pick my dog out when I got to Clark.

Sgt Brenton Hamilton 3rd SPG/K9 Clark
B flight

December 23, 2017

I was there that night. A very sad night for us all. Bob was a friend. Rest In Peace my brother.

A1C Peter Jackson
USAF 3rd SPG K9

May 30, 2017

During my time there 1981-1983 Robert Grey was concidered a legend. If it brings a little peace to his family today, they should know he was respected, honored, and never forgotten by the k9 handlers who came after him.

A1C
Fellow K9 handler at Clark 1981-1983

September 17, 2015

Remembered each and every year.. RIP

Robert Cervone
3rd secuyrity Police Group

May 25, 2015

Dale and Mark and all of you who still remember and still mourn Bob's loss, we remember you all and keep you in our prayers.

Ken Gray
Bob's older brother

June 10, 2014

Robert,
On today, the 36th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol

January 6, 2014

I was working that night on a PPP post and it was one of the most traumatic and sad nights of my life. I listened to everything on the two-way radio, even Bonnie at the desk. I am sorry about the craziness of the trial but not surprised - there was no way for justice. I often dream and relive that fateful long, long night that your life was taken and the chaos and panic in trying to chase down and capture the intruders. Your life was taken from you but many of us still remember it all very vividly. May God Bless your family and to all of us who served with you and were on duty that night in January 1978 - I salute you.

MSgt (Ret) Horne
3rd Law Enforcement Squadron

October 26, 2013

That was a sad night. We were the same age and I was working a dog in the same area. Bob would drive a jeep around to post and check on us. Because he had a bomb dog he did not have a post. Every body knew him and liked him.

Francis Michael Hess Senior Airman
3rd LES Clark Air Base Republic of the Philippines

September 12, 2013