… In March, 1968 I found myself at a resort called Parris Island.”He joined the Marine Corps and served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1970. Mr. Speckamp served on several USA Culinary Olympic teams. In that article, Mr. Speckamp said master chefs aren't necessarily the best in the country but they are among the most disciplined. Marine Corps honors will follow the service. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, who was his bookkeeper at his restaurant; a daughter, Tanya Speckamp of San Marcos, Texas; and four brothers: Ulf Speckamp, Wolfgang Speckamp, Claus Dieter Speckamp and Helmut Speckamp, all of Germany.

Source: Daily Sun September 18, 2017 21:10 UTC