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Biography

Senior Enlisted Leader, Combat Logistics Company 21
First Sergeant Edward G. Peifer

First Sergeant Peifer is a native of Lake Placid, Florida. He graduated from Lake Placid High School in 2005. He
enlisted in the Marine Corps in September of 2009. He graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris
Island, South Carolina in May of 2009 from 1st Battalion Alpha Company. After graduating Marine Combat
Training on Camp Geiger, First Sergeant Peifer attended Supply Chain Management Basic Course where he was
the Honor Graduate. Upon earning the MOS of 3043, he received orders to Marine Corps Logistics Base
(MCLB) Albany, Georgia.


Reporting to MCLB-Albany in September of 2009, First Sergeant Peifer assumed duties within the base property
section serving as DPAS clerk/Property Clerk. While serving aboard MCLB-Albany during this time he served
on the Colors/Funeral detail as well as the Single Marine Program President.


In December of 2012, First Sergeant Peifer reported to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) where he
served in the billet of the Supply Administration Chief. While serving with the 22nd MEU he supported the
Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force in Spain. In February 2014 First Sergeant Peifer deployed with
the 22nd MEU. Upon returning from the deployment First Sergeant Peifer took over as the Supply Chief until
receiving orders to Ground Supply School.


In November 2015, First Sergeant Peifer reported to Ground Supply School to be a Supply Chain Management
Basic Course Instructor. In July of 2017 First Sergeant Peifer received orders to Basic Recruiter Course in San
Diego, California.


Upon graduation from Basic Recruiter Course Staff Sergeant Peifer reported to Recruiting Station Tampa where
he was assigned to Recruiting Sub Station Sarasota as a Canvassing Recruiter. In June of 2019, First Sergeant
Peifer took over as the Station Commander for Recruiting Sub-Station Winter Haven, Florida.
In March of 2021, First Sergeant Peifer reported to Training Command as the Supply Chief/G4 Chief. While
serving as the Supply Chief and the G4 Chief of Training Command First Sergeant Peifer conducted Training
and Education Command Inspector General and Training Command Supply Maintenance Assist Visits
Inspections. In September of 2022, First Sergeant Peifer, reported to Training and Education Command G4
Chief. While at Training and Education Command First Sergeant Peifer served as a member of the Human
Research Protection Program. Additionally, served as the Protocol for the Commanding General, Training and
Education Command. In June of 2024, First Sergeant Peifer was promoted to his current rank of First Sergeant.
In July of 2024, First Sergeant Peifer reported to Inspector-Instructor First Sergeant Alpha Company, 4th
Combat Engineer Battalion in Charleston, West Virginia.


In May of 2026 First Sergeant reported to Combat Logistics Company 21, 2D Combat Readiness Regiment.
First Sergeant Peifer's personal awards includes the Meritorious Service Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps
Commendation Medal in lieu of Second Award and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal in lieu of
fifth award.

MISSION

To provide intermediate supply support and intermediate motor transport and engineer ground equipment maintenance to 2d Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW); operate the Aerial Port of Embarkation/Debarkation (APOE/D) under the guidance of II Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF); and provide personnel to the Fleet Assistance Program (FAP) in support of postal, exchange, personnel administration, freight/passenger transportation (TMO), and bulk fuel support for Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point.

Leaders

Portrait of Captain Sophie A. Spencer
Captain Sophie A. Spencer
Company Commander, Combat Logistics Company 21

Captain Spencer is a native of New York. She graduated from Boston College in 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in 2021, then served as the Officer Selection Assistant of Officer Selection Team Garden City, Recruiting Station New York until May of 2022.

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Portrait of First Sergeant Edward G. Peifer
First Sergeant Edward G. Peifer
Senior Enlisted Leader, Combat Logistics Company 21

First Sergeant Peifer is a native of Lake Placid, Florida. He graduated from Lake Placid High School in 2005. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in September of 2009. He graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina in May of 2009 from 1st Battalion Alpha Company.

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CLC-21 Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program

The Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program (UPFRP) is a unit centric program, guided by the Family Readiness Command Team that reinforces the relationship between the unit and the services relevant to the unit, the unit members, and their families. The primary goal of UPFRP is to empower Marines and family members, providing them the opportunities to not just survive but to thrive while taking on the challenges of the military lifestyle. The program is supported by Deployment Readiness Coordinators (DRC) or Uniformed Readiness Coordinators (URC) who implement the Commander's family readiness vision, manage the tenets of the UPFRP, and assist unit Marines, Sailors and families maintain a constant state of family readiness.
 

Services

Marines, spouses, extended family members, and any other contacts authorized by the Marines are supported by the UPFRP. 

Communication: Regular communication with the Marines and families is the cornerstone of UPFRP. The DRC/URC provides the link for two-way communication between the Commander and the families, using a variety of mediums, such as Marine Online, email, newsletters, toll-free numbers, and/or social media sites. Marine Online is the primary web-based tool for disseminating unit information.

Readiness and Resource Referral: The UPFRP provides assistance to address issues with the potential to impact the Marines, families, and the unit. The DRC/URC is a readiness, resource and referral expert, continuously researching and identifying trainings, resources and services to meet every need.

Deployment Support: The UPFRP supports a multitude of training opportunities to assist Marines and their family members with deployments, separations, and life skills. From pre-deployment briefs, to interpersonal communication, to transition assistance, each is designed to empower the participants with skill development and independence.

Volunteer Opportunities: The UPFRP provides opportunities for volunteer growth and development which creates stronger unit cohesion. UPFRP volunteers assist with mentoring others spouses/family members, identifying challenges to be addressed by the Command, and assisting with unit events. UPFRP volunteers also have the potential to grow and develop new skill sets through their volunteer services.

Increased socialization: Unit sponsored events and unit, installation and community connections are made through the UPFRP.

Marines and Sailors are required to check-in with the DRC/URC when they arrive at a new unit. Once a new unit member has provided accurate contact information and authorization to communicate, the family members will begin receiving communication from the command. Family members are encouraged to meet the DRC/URC to learn more about the unit and the services available. 

 Sgt Barnette 
Office: (252) 466-5150

Unit Mailing Address

Combat Logistics Company 21
PSC Box 8025
Cherry Point, NC 28533-0025

Phone Numbers

Duty Phone: (910) 467-3780

Office Phone: (252) 466-6357

S-1: (252) 466-5150

S-2: (252) 466-3384

S-3: (252) 466-4474

S-4: (252) 466-3384

S-6: (252) 466-3384

APOE DUTY: (252) 466-7569