Park Semper Fi
Photo © Lisa Spinelli
The photos in this album depict the Marine Memorial Monument & the gardens that surround it at different times of the year. Photos of the work performed by a dedicated group of volunteers, spearheaded by Kieu Doan, is also included in the photos. Consider joining them as they work to maintain the gardens which are an integral part of the heritage of the City of San Clemente.
2023 - 2024 Photo Album
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Kieu Doan and Dolly Latteier prune and weed in the first of the two round garden beds.
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Robin Nelson
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Robin Nelson and Donna Vidrine
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It's not all work. Kim Neal and Deborah Spang found plenty of time for horseplay.
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Sherry Christensen, Kim Neal and Deborah Spang
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The photos below are of the plants at Park Semper Fi.
Cape Blue Plumbago - 'Plumbago auriculata'
Cape Blue Plumbago - 'Plumbago auriculata
Red Lantana - 'Lantana horrida'
Pink West Indian Lantana - 'Lantana camara'
This plant grouping includes Red Autumn Sage, ?, Rock Purslane and ?
Cleveland Sage - 'Salvia clevelandii'
Red Autumn Sage - 'Salvia greggii' and Cleveland Sage - 'Salvia clevelandii' make a great pairing
Cleveland Sage - 'Salvia clevelandii'
Cape Honeysuckle - 'Tecomaria capensis'
Bush Poppy - 'Dendromecon rigida'
Cape Honeysuckle - 'Tecomaria capensis'
Baja Fairy Duster - 'Calliandra californica'
Baja Fairy Duster - 'Calliandra californica'
Marguerite Daisy - 'Argyranthemum frutescens'
Marguerite Daisy - 'Argyranthemum frutescens'
Pencil Cactus - 'Euphorbia tirucalli'
Cape Blue Plumbago - 'Plumbago auriculata
Cape Blue Plumbago - 'Plumbago auriculata
Yellow West Indian Lantana - 'Lantana camara'
Yellow West Indian Lantana - 'Lantana camara'
Red Autumn Sage - 'Salvia Greggii'
Starfire Cigar Plant - ' Cuphea ignea'
Rock Purslane - 'Calandrinia grandiflora'
Island Bush Snapdragon - 'Gambelia speciosa'
The photos below are of the Monument and Memorial Wall.
Park Semper Fi Dedication Plaque - Dedicated November 12, 2005 - The Heritage of San Clemente Foundation - City of San Clemente
The life-size bronze statue is the centerpiece in Park Semper Fi. Marine Sergeant Rob Elliott, who posed for the statue, salutes his fallen comrades. Park Semper Fi is named after the United State Marine Corp’s Latin motto which translates to, “Always Faithful.” The monument was sculpted in 2005 by Bill Limebrook and Lauren Saint Vincent.
Victor Echo 01 - HMLA-469 - Gone But Never Forgotten - 12 May 2015 - Captain C. Norgren, Sergeant E. Seaman, Sergeant W. Johnson IV, Captain D. Lukasiewilz
Park Semper Fi - A place of Reflection and Remembrance.
American Flag & Pole Donated By The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar ~ Marine Corp Flag & Pole Donated By The Exchange Club of San Clemente
General J. K. Davis, USMC Memorial Garden plaque. Donated Veteran's Day 2016. Joined the Marine Corps in 1946 as a Private Mustang/Naval Aviator, WW II-Korea-Vietnam, Assistant Commandant of the USMC (1983-1986). General Davis was buried at Arlington Nation Cemetery on May 6, 2021. He was a Four Star General USMC, Former Commandant USMC, Resident of San Clemente, and Inspiration behind Park Semper Fi.
Medal of Honor - Corporal Jason L. Dunham - United States Marine Corps - April 22, 2004 - Karabilah, Iraq. Corporal Dunham was born November 19, 1981. "Aware of imminent danger and without hesitation, Corporal Dunham covered the grenade with his helmet and body, bearing the brunt of the explosion and shielding his Marines from the blast. In an ultimate and selfless act of bravery in which he was mortally wounded, he saved the lives of at least two fellow Marines. By his undaunted courage, intrepid fighting spirit, and unwavering devotion to duty, Corporal Dunham gallantly gave his life for his country, thereby reflecting great credit upon himself and upholding the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service" (Congressional Medal of Honor Society).
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States of America - George Edison Smith - Born May 1925 - Killed In Action November 1944. George Edison Smith was the first San Clemente resident killed in World War II. This plaque was dedicated on September 11, 2020.
Stand Navy out to sea, fight our battle cry; We'll never change our course so vicious foe steer shy-y-y-y. Roll out the TNT, Anchors Aweigh. Sail on to victory, And sink their bones to Davy Jones, hooray! Anchors Aweigh, my boys, Anchors Aweigh! Farewell to college joys, We sail at break of day-ay-ay-ay; Through our last night ashore, Drink to the foam, Until we meet once more, Here's wishing you a happy voyage home! Contributed By Veterans of Foreign Wars - San Clemente Post 7142 - Dedicated 2007
From the halls of Montezuma To the shores of Tripoli We fight our country's battles On the land as on the sea First to fight for right and freedom And to keep our honour clean THE MARINE HYMN ~ We are proud to claim The title of United States Marine Our flag's unfurled to every breeze From dawn to setting sun We have fought in every clime and place Where we could take a gun In the snow of far-off Northern lands And in sunny tropic scenes You will find us always on the job The United States Marines. ~ Contributed By The Exchange Club of San Clemente - Dedicated 2007
Albert C. 'Ace' Ehlow, Sr. - January 22, 1938 - July 17, 2015 - Chief of Police - San Clemente ~ Corporal, U. S. Marine Corps ~ Graduate, FBI National Academy. This Plaque is Dedicated by the Citizens he Served and by his Brother Marines.
In Loving Memory - Lt. Col. Bob Prebihalo USMC ~ 1931 - 2009
In Loving Memory - SSGT. Christopher J. Antonik ~ 4 May 1981 - KIA 11 July 2010
In Loving Memory of Samantha Jane Narey 'Gods gracious gift' Sep 27, 1983 - Dec 24, 2017