Herbert C. Loesch

Herbert C. Loesch served in the United States Army. He was a medic with the 24th Division, obtaining the rank of Sergeant 12T.

Mr. Loesch exemplifies what it means to be a patriotic American and proud military veteran. A decorated Army veteran, Mr. Loesch’s military career began when he enlisted in 1952, following his education at Alfred University, where he majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry, receiving a Bachelor of Arts. 

After basic training at Camp Pickett in Virginia, Mr. Loesch received advanced medical training at Fort Devens in Massachusetts. After training, he was deployed to Korea.

For his service to our Nation, Mr. Loesch earned numerous recognitions and accolades, including the Korean Service Medal, Presidential Unit Citation (ROKDA), United Nations Service Medal, and the National DEF Service Medal. 

In 1954, Mr. Loesch was honorably discharged from the Army. He became actively involved in the Barker Chapter of the American Legion Post #425, as well as a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Mr. Loesch collects, maintains, and proudly displays military memorabilia at his home, including a collection of more than 1,000 toy Jeeps. He keeps a prominent military display of World War II and Korean War items at Barker High School, utilizing these collections to discuss our Nation’s military history and encourage young people to pursue careers in the armed forces.

During local parades, Mr. Loesch can be found in the lineup with his restored World War II Willys Jeep, wearing his full military uniform. He remains an active member in his community and serves as Treasurer in his church and Treasurer to the Western New York John Deere Club. He is a member of the Masonic Lodge #639 and volunteers to place flags at military gravesites.

Mr. Loesch currently lives in Barker with his longtime partner, Grace. His two children also reside in New York.