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Larry Dreyer

U.S. Army

2yrs. 101st Airborne Inf.

1 yr. 8th Army Korea.

Ft. Rucker (Army Helicopter School H-13 & H-23).

Ft. Meade, MD AVN Co. 3rd Armored Cav. 18 mos.

Baumholder, Germany 18 mos.(Jul. 1958 – Jun. 1964).

Left the Army E-5.

Nov. 1965, entered USAF as a E-3 and went to Williams AFB ARRS HH-43 until I was assigned to the Dusty’s At Shaw AFB.

Spent slightly more than 3 yrs. at NKP.

From there I went to Patrick AFB Air Rescue for 8 months.

Reassigned to VNAF at Bien Hoa for about 5 months.

Went from there to Cam Ranh Bay With the 20th for 7 months.

Sent to DMAFB (Tucson) for drone recovery (SAC) until Nov. 1973.

Got out again.

I joined the Army Reserves in 1974 and spent 3yrs on M-60 Tanks.at Ft. Huachucha.

(I worked as a Letter Carrier for the P.O.)

I then joined the AF Reserve and worked in the tire and brake shop (Field Maint.) for C-5’s and C-141s.

I retired from the Reserves in 1983.

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Dreyer, Lawrence M.

Lawrence M. Dreyer, USAF (Retired)
July 13, 1938 – February 22, 2025

Lawrence Michael Dreyer, known to many as “Wojo” or “Larry,” passed away on February 22, 2025, in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 86.

Born on July 13, 1938, in Sacramento, California, Larry embarked on a life of service and dedication. Straight out of high school, he joined the U.S. Army and chose the Airborne Division as a paratrooper. After four years of service, he transitioned to civilian life, working various jobs in Washington, D.C., and New York state. However, he found himself drawn back to the structure and camaraderie of military life and reenlisted-this time in the U.S. Air Force. During his tenure, he deployed to Vietnam as a rescue helicopter crewman, earning numerous awards for his bravery and commitment. Upon returning from Vietnam, Larry settled in Tucson and remained there until his retirement from military service in 1981.

Not one to stay idle for long, Larry soon began working for the U.S. Postal Service. It was during this time that he earned the nickname “Wojo,” a moniker that stuck with him throughout his career and beyond. His leadership skills and dedication led him to become President of the Letter Carriers Union, where he worked tirelessly to support his fellow postal workers.

Beyond his professional life, Larry had a passion for hands-on projects and intellectual pursuits. He loved tinkering in his home workshop and took great pride in maintaining his beautifully landscaped yard. A man who thrived on spirited discussions, he was particularly passionate about politics and was an avid reader of nonfiction books.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife Cheryl; his daughter Kim Burgess (John); his son Tony Dreyer; granddaughters Diana and Ming; and his sister Christine Dreyer, along with many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Christian and Mary Dreyer; brothers Christian Frederick Dreyer Jr. and John Dreyer; and sister Mary Louise Drittler.

A memorial gathering will be held on March 10, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Bring’s Broadway Chapel, located at 6910 E Broadway in Tucson, Arizona.

Larry will be remembered as a kind-hearted and considerate man who found joy in helping others. His legacy of service-both to his country and community-will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a Veteran’s organization or pet rescue operation.

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As a SSgt. Larry Dryer served tours in the Vietnam War as a flight engineer/helicopter mechanic on CH-3E’s in the 21st SOS “Dust Devils” in the 1968-1970-time frame and on UH-1F/N/P’s in the 20th SOS “green Hornets” in the 1970-1971-time frame.