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Herbert Harvey Pinkley 1923 - 1988

Herbert Harvey Pinkley of DeRidder, Beauregard Parish County, Louisiana United States was born on December 22, 1923 in Monett, Barry County, MO to Gladys True Pinkley and Earl R Pinkley. He was in a relationship with Suzanne Mercedes (Harper) Pinkley, and had children Steven Harper Pinkley, Holleen H. (Pinkley) Cassady, Mary H Pinkley, John H Pinkley, and Christopher H Pinkley. Herbert Pinkley died at age 64 years old on August 13, 1988 in DeRidder, Beauregard Parish County, LA, and was buried at Alexandria National Cemetery in Pineville, Rapides County.
Herbert Harvey Pinkley
DeRidder, Beauregard Parish County, Louisiana 70634, United States
December 22, 1923
Monett, Barry County, Missouri, 65708, United States
August 13, 1988
DeRidder, Beauregard Parish County, Louisiana, 70634, United States
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  • Introduction

    Herbert Harvey Pinkley was born on December 22, 1923 in Monett, Barry, Missouri, USA to parents Earl Ruffus Pinkley (1901-1973) and Gladys Mabel True (1903-1993). He had siblings inlcuding a brother Kenneth Monroe Pinkley (1926-2020). They grew up in Monett, Barry, Missouri, USA and then moved to Winona, Carroll, Arkansas. Herbert's military journey began with his draft and enlistment during World War II. As a young 18-year-old male residing in Eureka Springs, Carroll, Arkansas, he registered for the draft on June 30, 1942. On November 17, 1943, at the age of 19, Herbert enlisted in the Army at Little Rock, Arkansas. Initially, he had no branch assignment, likely because he was part of the "Selectees (Enlisted Men)" component. However, on January 7, 1944, he received a branch assignment, and he became a Private in the Army. Herbert served during World War II and he continued his military service even after World War II ended. On October 25, 1945, Herbert was discharged from the Army. Despite his initial discharge, Herbert reenlisted on December 10, 1947, and served in the Army for a much longer period. He continued to serve his country for over two decades, until February 29, 1968, when he was discharged once again. During this time, he reached the rank of Sergeant First Class (SFC). On May 24, 1947 Herbert married Suzanne Mercedes Harper (1929–2010) in Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas, USA. Together the couple had children Steven Harper (1948-2003), Etta Ann (1951-1951), Christopher Harvey (1961-1993), John, Holleen, and Mary Pinkley.
  • 12/22
    1923

    Birthday

    December 22, 1923
    Birthdate
    Monett, Barry County, Missouri 65708, United States
    Birthplace
  • Ethnicity & Family History

    He was white. His father Earl Ruffus Pinkley was born on October 22, 1901 in Eureka Spring, Carroll County, Arkansas, USA and he passed away there on October 18, 1973. Earl was a self employed farmer. His mother Gladys Mabel True was born on May 4, 1903 in Fairmont, Martin, Minnesota, USA and she married Earl on October 9, 1922 in Cassville, Barry, Missouri USA. She passed away on May 14, 1993 in Eureka Springs, Carroll County, Arkansas, USA.
  • Nationality & Locations

    Herbert Pinkley was born and raised in Monett, Barry, Missouri, USA and moved to Winona, Carroll, Arkansas with his family in the 1930's. He later moved to Baltimore, Maryland, USA in the 1950's. Throughout his life, Herbert also spent time in Eureka Springs, Carroll, Arkansas and Deridder, Louisiana, USA.
  • Early Life & Education

    He completed his education through the 8th grade.
  • Religious Beliefs

    LDS
  • Military Service

    Herbert Harvey Pinkley's military journey began with his draft and enlistment during World War II. As a young 18-year-old male residing in Eureka Springs, Carroll, Arkansas, he registered for the draft on June 30, 1942. At that time, he was single and without dependents. On November 17, 1943, at the age of 19, Herbert enlisted in the Army at Little Rock, Arkansas. His service number was 38599710. Initially, he had no branch assignment, likely because he was part of the "Selectees (Enlisted Men)" component. However, on January 7, 1944, he received a branch assignment, and he became a Private in the Army. Herbert served during World War II and he continued his military service even after World War II ended. On October 25, 1945, Herbert was discharged from the Army. Despite his initial discharge, Herbert reenlisted on December 10, 1947, and served in the Army for a much longer period. He continued to serve his country for over two decades, until February 29, 1968, when he was discharged once again. During this time, he reached the rank of Sergeant First Class (SFC).
  • Professional Career

    Herbert was a member of the Armed Forces.
  • 08/13
    1988

    Death

    August 13, 1988
    Death date
    Unknown
    Cause of death
    DeRidder, Beauregard Parish County, Louisiana 70634, United States
    Death location
  • Gravesite & Burial

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    Funeral date
    Alexandria National Cemetery in Pineville, Rapides County, LA
    Burial location
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5 Memories, Stories & Photos about Herbert

Pinkley Men - 4 generations
Pinkley Men - 4 generations
A photo of four generations of Pinkley Men, taken on the day of my sister Etta Ann's funeral in August 1951.
l-r - ggpa William H Pinkley - his son gpa Earl R - his son & my dad Herbert H holding my brother Steven - holding me is my maternal grandfather Wilkie L Harper. My dad was in the Army & had to leave for Korea the next day.
Date & Place: in Eureka Springs, AR
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Herbert H Pinkley Gravesite
Herbert H Pinkley Gravesite
A photo of the headstone of Herbert H. Pinkley
Date & Place: Not specified or unknown.
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Herbert Pinkley
Herbert Pinkley
A photo of Herbert H. Pinkley, Dad, in South Korea
Date & Place: in South Korea
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Herbert H Pinkley, 1952
Herbert H Pinkley, 1952
A photo of Herbert H. Pinkley - Dad in Korea 1952
Date & Place: in South Korea
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Herbert Pinkley, Vietnam 1967
Herbert Pinkley, Vietnam 1967
A photo of Dad, Herbert Pinkley, in Vietnam at the opening of the PX Vung Tau VietNam
Date & Place: in Vũng Tàu, Ba Ria - Vung Tau Vietnam
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