Last Updated: 09/12/2023
Philip Andrew Meurer
(10th Co) 9/11/23
10/14/1935-9/6/2023
Lt.
Col. Philip A. Meurer, USAF (Ret.) passed away peacefully in his sleep in the
early morning of September 6, while in home hospice at his residence in
Gainesville, Florida. He waited on the birth of his second great-grandson,
as well as watching just one more football game by his alma mater, the US Naval
Academy just days before.
Phil
was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on 14 October 1935. He grew up in
Baltimore, Maryland and graduated from Baltimore Polytechnic High School in
1953. He studied Mine Engineering for one year before being accepted into
the US Naval Academy for the class of 1958. While a midshipman, he met
Helen Weisner, a nursing student at John Hopkins University who he eventually
married. Together they had two children, David and Debbie.
He
was commissioned into the US Air Force upon his graduation. His early
career specialized in air traffic control where he served in Perin AFB, Kessler
AFB, Charleston AFB, and at Keflavik, Iceland. Phil later became a
communications electronics officer, with his first assignment with the 5th
Tactical Control Group, stationed at Clark AFB in the Philippines, with frequent
TDYs to Viet Nam, and an extended TDY to South Korea to establish communications
after the taking of the USS Pueblo. He earned his master’s degree in
Systems Analysis at the University of Rochester in 1970 before being assigned as
Chief of Systems Analysis at the Headquarters of the USAF Communications Command
at Richards Gebauer AFB in Kansas City, Mo. During that tour, he served as the
official USAF representative for the funeral of President Harry Truman.
His
next assignment was as Director of Operations of the 1961 Communications Group,
returning to Clark AFB in the Philippines. Highlights of this tour
included Operation Homecoming, Operation Baby Lift, and the evacuation of
Saigon. Returning stateside, Phil became the Deputy Commander of the 1923
Communications Group at Kelly AFB in San Antonio, Texas. He retired after
the completion of this assignment.
Post
retirement, Phil took up teaching mathematics, first with the Texas Military
Institute where he became Chairman of the Math Department. He also taught
High School math at Bethune High School in Lancaster, South Carolina, as wellas
at Incarnate Word Hight School and Summerset High School back in San Antonio. He
also taught at Palo Alto College Collage in San Antonio for 8 years, during
which he received an award for being the adjunct instructor of the year.
Taking
advantage of summer breaks from teaching, Phil and Helen enjoyed traveling in
their RV to many of the US National Parks in the western US. In particular
Phil enjoyed following the trail of explores Lewis and Clark. In 2010, Phil and
Helen moved in with their son David in Gainesville Florida, where Phil took
loving care of his wife. She passed in 2014, and Phil stayed in
Gainesville, where he was actively involved with his local church, and a loud
spoken proponent of their high school sports program. He was well known at
his favorite breakfast place where he was a regular visitor, welcoming both
regulars and first time customers. After some medical issues, he entered
home hospice in late July of 2023, and passed in his sleep on September 6th.
He will be missed by family and friends.
Alison Mae Williams (Wife of George Williams (2nd Co)) 9/11/23
Feb 4, 1937 – Mar
4, 2023
Alison Mae
Williams, age 86, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023.
Alison was born in Woodsville, NH.
Alice A. Garvey (Wife of Bill Garvey (10th Co)) (9/6/23)
Alice
A. Garvey, beloved wife of William (Bill) A. Garvey passed away at home
surrounded by loved ones on August 29. Alice was born on July 31, 1940 in New
London, CT to Cpt. Carl Christian and Ingeborg Augusta Andersen, first
generation Danish immigrants. She lived a life full of laughter, travel, fun
with her family and friends and a multitude of cats with names that started with
the letter “P.”
Alice
grew up in Noank, CT and was a proud graduate of the University of Connecticut
and a huge UCONN women’s basketball fan. While in college, she worked at
Electric Boat where her dad was the head rigger. She met her future husband,
Bill, a USNA graduate while he was attending nuclear power school in Groton.
They met watching the 1960 football “all star” game, which was the champion
NY Giants taking on a team of college players. A beer was asked for and
procured—true love over beer and football. They married in September, 1962 at
the submarine base chapel in Groton with a rip roaring reception that followed
at her parents’ home in Noank. Bill’s naval career took them from
Connecticut to Hawaii and finally to Virginia Beach.
When
Bill retired, they settled in Medford Lakes, New Jersey. Alice immediately
became a valued member of the community, using her UCONN English degree as a
substitute teacher and library aide. She was especially good at working with
special needs children. She also volunteered to share her love of reading to
illiterate adults.
Medford
Lakes also was a boon for the Garvey’s social life—they joined a float
group, the Irregulars, and enjoyed the camaraderie of this merry band of
friends. Canoe Carnival became another holiday in the Garvey household. Alice
also became a member of Faith Presbyterian church, where she was a deacon for a
number of years. She appreciated her fellow church member’s kindness
throughout the years. She also was a member of the Medford Lakes Garden Club and
a Girl and Boy Scout leader. During the naval years, Alice provided recipes for
the Naval Spouses charity cookbooks. These paper and hole punched cookbooks are
time capsules and treasures.
Despite
experiencing an unfair amount of health issues, Alice lived life with grace and
humor. She could put together a summer gourmet BBQ with ease and nothing seemed
to delight her more than being with friends and family. She is survived by her
children Peter, Kathleen (Neil) and Heather (Tom) and her grandchildren Aoife,
Gwynn, Conor and Sarah.
In
lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributing to the Medford Lakes Camp
Scholarship fund or Faith Presbyterian Church. A service to honor Alice’s life
is being planned.
Norma Rosiland Slyder
(Wife of Dick Slyder 22nd Co) 9/6/23
Norma
age (82), of Fredericksburg, Va, passed away on September 3,2023.
She
retired from that position in 2003 to grow old gracefully with her husband and
her wonderful life’s memories. Norma
loved playing and teaching Mah Jongg and Dance, as well as knitting with her
friends whom she adored.
Norma
is survived by Richard Slyder, her loving husband of 21 years, sister Debbie
Haas, son Richard Kimball, daughter Ellyn Heyman, and son Duane Slyder.
Also survived by 6
Grandchildren: Eliza, Claire, Sarah, Luke, Rachel, Annali, and niece Amanda
Smith.
Norma’s
loving heart will be missed by all who knew her.
George Burgess Greer, Jr. (17th Co) (8/17/23)
(March 18,
1935 - August 12, 2023)
Lieutenant
Commander George B. Greer, Jr. USN Ret. passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023
in his home in St. Augustine, Florida. He is survived by his wife of 62 years,
Elizabeth, their two daughters Cynthia (Cindy) Greer Cowne and Elizabeth (Lisa)
Greer Forrest, five grandchildren – Jake Randoph Cowne, Luke Greer Cowne,
James Cameron Forrest, Kate Elizabeth Cowne, and Justin Greer Forrest, and one
great-grandson – Jaiden Greer Cowne. George was born on 18 March 1935 in San
Pedro, California, the son of George B. Greer and Frances Stevenson Greer. He
graduated from Dwight Episcopal High School in Manhattan, NY, and was appointed
to the Naval Academy by Congressman Pelly from Seattle, WA. He was married to
Elizabeth Africano on January 28th, 1961.
Upon graduation
from the Naval Academy, Class of 1958, George was commissioned as an Ensign and
served two years in the engineering department of USS Lyman K. Swenson (DD729).
This was followed by assignments on the Amphibious ship USS Merrick (AKA 97) as
Communications Officer, First Lieutenant on the USS Mountrail (APA 213),
Operations Officer at US Southern Command in Panama Canal Zone, and Chief
Engineer on the USS Canberra (CLG-8). This was followed by duty on several Joint
and Navy Staffs involved in the Vietnam Conflict. He was awarded the Vietnamese
Honor Medal and received thirteen awards of the Vietnamese Service Medal.
Upon retirement
from the Navy in 1978, he joined COMSAT General Corporation where he was
involved in the sales and deployment of the first maritime satellite
communications systems. This was followed by employment at the American
Satellite Corp., building and inter-connecting satellite earth stations for
military commands.
Final retirement
found George mentoring troubled youth in the elementary schools; as a member of
the Brotherhood of St. Andrews, building ramps for handicapped people; working
one evening a week at a homeless shelter, and volunteering at the local
hospital. In their spare time, he and his beloved wife Betsy traveled
extensively, visiting most of the European countries, southern Africa, almost
all of South America, and the Caribbean, along with numerous road trips up US 95
to spend treasured time with their grandchildren and daughters in Virginia and
Maryland.
In addition to a
lifetime of service to God, his country, and family, George’s greatest gift
was his ability to make people smile and laugh. One couldn’t help but feel his
immense joy of life when near him. George never knew a stranger – only a
friend he had not met. When greeted with, “It’s good to see you, George”,
his heartfelt reply was always, “It’s good to be seen”.
A memorial service
will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at Trinity Parish
Episcopal Church at 215 St. George Street, Saint Augustine, FL 32084. Interment
will be held at Arlington National Cemetery, TBA.
Jack David Osborn (2nd Co) 8/16/23
Obituary
Jack
was always on the go and during his 46-year marriage to his wife Marilyn,
traveled to over
44 countries.
Jack loved Cincinnati, especially the Cincinnati Playhouse in the
Park and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. He
served on the Playhouse Board for 22 years, including two years as board
president and chairperson for numerous other committees.
One of his biggest thrills was accepting a Tony Award for Best Regional
Theater
on behalf of the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park in 2004.
Jack was an avid golfer, shooting his age in his early 80s and getting
his first hole-in-one when he was 83.
He
was adored by his family and friends. Jack always looked forward to meeting with
his golf, lunch and book groups, as well as Chaîne wine society dinners and
reunions with the Navy Academy alumni.
His kindness, sense of humor and remarkable storytelling skills
will be greatly missed by all.
Jack
was the beloved husband of the late Marilyn Osborn.
Loving father of David (Sara) Osborn, Peter (Monika) Osborn, Brad
(Selena) McKean, and the late Steven McKean.
Devoted grandfather of Lucy (Dan) Verhave, Ellie (Jeff) Ouellette, Eric
(Erica) Osborn, Stefanie Osborn, and Megan (Marcus) Blanton. Great Grandfather
to Tommy Verhave.
Cherished son of the late Arlie and Catherine Osborn and adored brother
of Carolyn (Dick) Bowers.
Services
will be held at the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park (962 Mt. Adams Circle,
Cincinnati) on Saturday, August 26th at 11am, directly followed by a
lunch reception at the Cincinnati Country Club (2348 Grandin Rd, Cincinnati).
In
lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jack’s honor may be made to the
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park or the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
Online condolences may be made at www.springgrove.org.
Marilyn Jean Osborn (Wife of Jack Osborne (2nd Co)) (8/16/23)
(January
26, 1942 - March 12, 2023)
Marilyn
Jean Osborn, 81 of Cincinnati passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on
March 12, 2023.
Marilyn
had a brilliant mind and was well educated. She earned her Bachelor's of Arts in
French from Penn State and then went on to receive her Master's in French from
the University of Michigan. She once again furthered education, by receiving her
Juris Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati.
After
law school, she went to work at 5/3 bank and became Vice President and Chief
Investment Officer. She was a trailblazer for women of her time and will be
remembered for her leadership and investment acumen. She left 5/3 and formed her
own company, Osborn and Kelley which eventually was bought out by Bartlett where
she retired at the age of 70.
Marilyn
was heavily involved within the community, serving on the Board of Directors on
the Cincinnati Symphony, Cincinnati Ballet, Beechwood Home and was the past
President of the Institute of Financial Analyst.
Marilyn
had a true spirit of adventure. In their 46 years of marriage, Jack and Marilyn
were blessed to travel to 44 countries.
Beloved
wife of Jack Osborn. Loving mother of David (Sara) Osborn, Peter (Monika)
Osborn, Bradley (Selena) McKean and the late Stephen McKean. Cherished
grandmother of Lucy (Dan) Verhave, Ellie (Jeff) Ouellette, Eric (Erica) Osborn,
Stefanie Osborn and Megan (Marcus) Blanton and one great grandchild, Tommy. Dear
sister of Philip McManus and the late Kerry McManus and Bonnie Ruggles.
A
celebration of her life will be held on Sunday, April 24, 3 to 5:30 PM at
Cincinnati Country Club.
Memorial
contributions in her honor may be made to Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra or
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park.
Online
condolences may be made at www.springgrove.org.
Spring
Grove Funeral Home (Hyde Park)
2620 Erie Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45208
513-853-1035
Jerold Joseph Larson (18th Co) 8/12/23
Captain
J.J. Larson, USN (Ret.) passed away on 8 August 2023 in Virginia Beach, VA. A
memorial mass will be conducted at Arlington National Cemetery with inurnment to
follow.
Jerry
was born in Milwaukee, WI on 24 June 1935. He joined Naval Reserve Unit 9-11 at
Marshfield, WI in 1953 and graduated from Marshfield Senior High School in 1954.
On 28 June 1954 he reported to the United States Naval Academy in response to a
Naval Reserve appointment.
He
served in various destroyers and amphibious ships, most notably: XO/Navigator,
CHARLES BERRY (DE-1035); XO, MACDONOUGH (DLG-8); CO, GRANT COUNTY (LST-1174);
and CO, PLYMOUTH ROCK (LSD-29). Shore duty included tours with BUPERS; Naval
Forces/Naval Advisory Group, Vietnam; U.S. Naval Forces, Europe; Service Schools
Command, Great Lakes; and Headquarters, U.S. Military Entrance Processing
Command.
In
addition to a BS degree from the Naval Academy and graduate studies at George
Washington University, he earned an MS from the Naval Postgraduate School. His
medals, citations and awards included the Bronze Star and the Legion of Merit.
Following
retirement from the Navy in 1983, he was employed as an engineer and program
manager by east coast defense contractors until 1994. Since then, he has enjoyed
hobbies and traveling in this country and abroad.
Jerry
is survived by his wife, Marilyn; their children (and spouses), Jerry (Tracy),
John (Michele), and Ann (Scott); and 13 grandchildren.
Miles Edward Mixson (4th Co) 8/12/23
Miles
Edward Mixson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle passed to
Glory on August 4, 2023 at his home in Topsham, Maine with his family by his
side.
He
was born June 2, 1935 in Williston, Florida, to A.J. and Mary S. Mixson and grew
up on the family farm. He graduated from Williston High School, The Bullis
School in Silver Spring, MD, and the United States Naval Academy. He also
achieved an MS in Operation Analysis while attending the Naval Post Graduate
School in Monterrey, California and an MBA from the University of Florida.
Upon graduation from the Naval Academy, he was commissioned into the U.S. Marine
Corps.
Just
fourteen days after graduation, he married Meta (Mimi) Devine in Cherryville,
NC. Together they raised two daughters, Kathi and Laura. They were a
true military family and moved eighteen times in his twenty-six years, serving
in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, California, Texas, Florida and
Japan.
One
of his proudest moments was when he fulfilled a life ambition to receive his
aviator’s wings of gold. He loved the Corps and flying the A4 Skyhawk.
Among his numerous awards were two Distinguished Flying Crosses for combat
missions in Viet Nam. After returning to the States, he was a flight
instructor in Pensacola, Florida before returning to Viet Nam for a second
combat tour. His priorities were God, Country, the Corps and Family during those
service years.
Miles
is survived by his wife of sixty-five years, Mimi; daughter Kathi Pawlowski
(Jack); grandsons Brooks Edward Schandelmeier (Chelsea) and Lucas Miles
Schandelmeier (Christina); brother Joseph J. Mixson (Mary); and sister-in-law
Jan Mixson. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews whom he loved deeply.
He
was predeceased by daughter Laura Frances Mixson; brothers Charles, Herman and
James Mixson; and sisters Frances Morton, Marjorie Whitehurst and Doris Barker.
Services
will be held Monday, August 14, 2023, 10:00 AM in Williston Florida at the First
Baptist Church.
Ida Faye Barrett (Wife of Steve Barrett (2nd Co)) 8/9/23
(January 27, 1938 - January 31, 2023)
After two boys, a
miracle occurred; Ida Faye blessed the lives of Colon and Faye McMath on January
27, 1938, at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington DC. Brothers, Colon and Jerry,
welcomed a sister. The family enjoyed the Army life (which included a move to
Japan) until dad, Colon, retired. Faye graduated from Princess Anne High School
in Virginia Beach, VA, and Old Dominion University (then called William &
Mary). She played many sports and exceled in basketball, playing semi-pro
basketball in the VA area. After graduating, she enjoyed teaching business math
at Princess Anne High School and cruising Virginia Beach in her 1957 convertible
Ford Thunderbird.
She met the love
of her life in 1961, Navy Lieutenant Steve Barrett. She accepted his third
wedding proposal (his new car may have helped), and they married on September
28, 1963. Throughout her life, she was
heavily involved in her local church, specifically in the Women’s Missionary
Union, choir, sports, youth, education (teaching computer science at Lone Star
College), and handbells. Faye’s accounting skills extended to bookkeeping for
Romance Writers of America for many years. With Steve, Faye helped start the
Spanish mission at Champion Forest Baptist Church in the 1980s. She also
collected the church’s Wednesday night meal money from 1978-2020. Always with
a smile, Faye encouraged folks to have the exact change.
God blessed this
union with three children (Mike, Rick, and Brooke), three children-in-laws (Mindy,
Anndra, and Craig Kanada), nine grandchildren – 3 from each child –
(Elizabeth, Sarah, and Phillip; Zachary, Mattie, and Lydia; David, Oscar, and
Caleb). In 2018, granddaughter Elizabeth married Matt Ykema and gave Faye and
Steve two great granddaughters (Abby and Maggie). Faye’s last social event was
the wonderful wedding of grandson David and Carrington on January 7, 2023.
Shortly after her
85th birthday, Faye saw Jesus face-to-face on January 31, 2023. She is survived
by her husband, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and brother Jerry.
She is preceded in death by her parents and oldest brother Colon. The family
deeply appreciates the prayers, words of encouragement, and other expressions of
love during this time. The family of God is truly amazing.
Faye no longer
suffers the pains of this earthly body and is enjoying perfect fellowship with
Jesus Christ and those who love Him the way that she did. Faye was an avid
prayer warrior for her children, grands, and great grands. Her greatest wish is
that all would accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior for this is the only
way to live a life that pleases God. He is risen!
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Richard Lane Brinegar (8th Co) 7/25/23
COL. RICHARD L.
BRINEGAR, USMC, (RET) (Jan 21, 1935 - Jul 19, 2023)
Richard 'Dick' Lane
Brinegar, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2023 surrounded by his
devoted wife and children. He is survived by his wife 0f 65 years, Patricia,
sons, Richard in Richmond, VA; Gregg in Simsbury, CT: Thomas in Campobello, SC;
their wives Jenny, Daniela, Cathy, and daughter, Jeannine Mills in Keene, NH;
grandchildren Patrick and Garrett Brinegar, Sebastian Brinegar, Christina,
William, and Analina Brinegar, and Natalie and Claire Mills.
Dick was born in
1935 in Cooleemee, NC, to the late Dorothy (Lane) and Earl Brinegar. He was
educated in public schools in West VA, PA, and MD. He attended Penn State
University in 1953 and accepted an appointment to the United States Naval
Academy at the end of his freshman year. Following his June 4, 1958 graduation,
he was commissioned a second lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps,and
married his high school sweetheart on June 14, 1958. Over the following years,
three sons and a daughter were born, the greatest gifts from God, enhancing and
enriching their parents' lives. Dick later earned a Master of Public
Administration degree from the University of Kansas. An Eagle Scout in his
youth, he was actively involved with his three sons in BSA throughout their
years in scouting.
Upon completion of
The Basic School, Quantico, VA, in 1959, Dick was assigned to the 1st Marine
Division, Camp Pendleton, CA, as a Platoon Commander, and then went on to serve
his country during the Cuban Missile Crisis, two tours in the Viet Nam War, the
Cold War as well as successive tours in Okinawa, Japan; and as Chief, Marine
Corps Section, Joint U.S. Military Assistance Group, Republic of Korea. He
served U.S. assignment tours in CA, NC, ME, KS, VA, and Washington, DC. Dick
ended his career in 1986 as Marine Corps Advisor to the President, Naval War
College Newport, RI, retiring after having served 30 years on active duty in the
Corps.
After a brief
period as Public Works Director in Sanford, ME, Dick accepted the position of
Director, Facilities and Operations, at Rhode Island College in 1987, retiring
in 1997 to savor life. His greatest joys were fishing and hunting with his sons
in Alaska, Maine, and the Carolinas, and celebrations and gatherings with his
children and grandchildren. Dick enjoyed retirement to the fullest with Pat,
their four children, their spouses, and eight grandchildren. He was an avid
skier at his beloved Sugarloaf USA in Maine and enjoyed skiing with his family,
always determined to be first in the lift line. Before and after their
retirements, Dick and Pat traveled extensively, mostly in Asia and the Middle
East, their favorite destinations being Hong Kong, Vietnam and Israel.
Funeral Services
were held on Monday, July 24, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., with a Mass of Christian
Burial at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth, R.I.
Internment will be private at the Arlington National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to Tunnels2Towers https://t2t.org/
and Hope Health Hospice https://www.hopehealthco.org/.
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Adrienne
McCullough (Wife of Marty McCullough -
(12th Co)) 6/30/23
(Feb. 28, 1936 - May 18, 2023)
Jun
14, 2023
Coronado Eagle & Journal
Adrienne
McCullough (nee Scott) died on May 18, 2023 at home in Coronado, following a
lengthy illness. Her husband of 63 years, Capt. Martin L. (Marty) McCullough,
USN (ret.) was by her side. She is mourned by three daughters and their
husbands, Victoria (Vicky) and Michael (Mike) Carroll, Jennifer and Quentin
(Jeff) Lyle, and Melissa and David Wittmeier. And by six grandchildren; Jillian
(Jilly) Lyle, Kathryn (Katie) Lyle, Nicholas Wittmeier, Alexandra Wittmeier,
Sophia Wittmeier, and Emma Adrienne Carroll.
Adrienne
was born in Chandannagar, India on February 28, 1936, the eldest child of
British citizens Noel David Scott and Phyllis Scott (nee Wrixon). Her early
years were spent in Calcutta. At the start of World War II, Adrienne’s father
joined the Royal Indian Army Service Corps (RIASC).
Adrienne
and her family followed her father to war-time posts in India, including Deolali,
Jhansi, and Rawalpindi (now Pakistan). Adrienne’s father was killed in action
while working on the Burma Road, one of the most remarkable engineering
achievements of all time and a gateway for supplies to aid China’s resistance
to Japanese invasion.
With
her father’s death, the family returned to Calcutta, and Adrienne attended
boarding school in Darjeeling in the Himalayan foothills. When Adrienne’s
mother married an American executive working in India, Timothy Kirk, the family
flew over “The Hump” (the name given by Allied pilots in WWII to the eastern
end of the Himalayan Mountains) to resettle in Shanghai, China. There, Adrienne
attended the Shanghai American School.
Adrienne
and her family escaped Shanghai when the city fell to the Chinese Communist
Party (CCP) in 1949. The family returned to India, where Adrienne attended the
renowned Woodstock School in Mussoorie. Adrienne moved to England, attending
Gateway Girls’ School, before her stepfather moved the family to the United
States, settling in Arlington, VA. She attended Washington and Lee High School,
where her future husband Marty was a year ahead of her.
Following
high school graduation in 1954, Adrienne attended Washington School for
Secretaries and George Washington University. After working in a D.C. law firm,
she joined American Airlines as a flight attendant. In 1960, two years after
Marty’s graduation from the United States Naval Academy (USNA), Adrienne and
Marty were married and they embarked on the life of a career Navy family that
took them across the U.S. and around the globe, including postings in Norfolk,
VA, Princeton, NJ, Monterrey, CA, Patuxent River, MD, Arlington, VA, Manila,
Philippines, Ankara, Turkey, and their beloved Coronado. Adrienne first arrived
in Coronado in 1966 as a young Navy spouse with three small daughters.
For
nearly three decades, she moved her family from coast to coast and
overseas—including Manila and Ankara, where Marty served as U.S. Naval Attaché—returning
for tours in Coronado. In 1991, Adrienne and Marty retired to Coronado, making
it their permanent home.
Adrienne
was ever-present in Coronado’s arts and philanthropic circles. A gifted
watercolorist, she was an Honorary Lifetime Association Member of the Coronado
Art Association (CAA), where she was a member for more than 30 years and served
on the board as treasurer. Adrienne’s floral watercolors have been on display
throughout the Crown City, including at CAA’s 75th anniversary show, on the
pages of Crown City Magazine, and on banners along Orange Avenue, when the
Coronado Cultural Arts Commission selected her work to be featured in its 2018
Celebrate Coronado Artists Banner Series.
On
the first and third Sundays of each month, you could find Adrienne at Art in the
Park in Spreckels Park, surrounded by her brilliant watercolors, chatting with
Coronado friends, and welcoming visitors to the island. An early and active
supporter of the Coronado Historical Association, Adrienne served on its board,
on the committee that planned the successful Historic Church Walking Tour in
2017, and as a regular hostess at the association’s Historic Home Tours.
Adrienne
was among the founding members of Coronado’s Armchair Travel program, serving
on the all-volunteer committee that planned presentations until 2018 when the
program grew to become so successful that it was adopted by the Coronado
Recreation Department. Adrienne was a member since 1966 of Christ Church
Coronado, where she served on the altar guild.
Her
volunteer activities in Coronado also included working at Navy Relief at North
Island Naval Air Station, serving as a Girl Scout troop leader when her
daughters were growing up in Coronado, volunteering at the annual Coronado
Flower Show, and serving with the PTA at (then) Crown Elementary School. She
held a number of professional positions as she raised her family, including
working as a Realtor® in Coronado and working in a Coronado travel agency.
Adrienne
is survived by her husband, children and grandchildren, her brothers Nick Scott
of Atlanta, GA and Jonathan Kirk of Wilmington, DE, and her sister Gabrielle
(Gay) Heath of Hopewell, VA. She is sadly missed by beloved sisters-in-law Donna
McCullough and Maggi Kirk, and by more than a dozen nieces and nephews, as well
as their children. Adrienne was preceded in death by her parents,
brothers-in-law Michael S. McCullough and Wayne Heath, and sister-in-law Linda
Scott.
The
family has indicated that memorial contributions may be made to a cancer
research organization of your choice.
Adrienne
will be remembered at a memorial service at Christ Church Coronado at a later
date.
Ricky
Reynolds Davidson (4th Co) (6/20/23)
Update 6/26/23:
The Colorado memorial service for Col Ricky R.Davidson USAF
(ret) will be held at 1600 EST on Monday, 26 June 2023. It will be live screened
via "www.crownhillfuneral.com".
Colonel
Davidson, USAF Retired, passed away unexpectedly in Colorado Springs, Colorado,
on June 17, 2023. He was 87 years old. Ricky was born on August 12, 1935,
in Alameda, California, to Floyd and Ruth Davidson. He graduated from
Menlo-Atherton High School and spent a year at San Jose State College, before
reporting to the U. S. Naval Academy with a Senatorial appointment from
California.
As
a member of the 4th Company, he was a varsity gymnast and loved sailing. His
crew, representing the Naval Academy, placed 4th in Class in the 1956 Newport to
Bermuda Race in USNA’s 44-foot yawl while sailing through a hurricane. He
graduated from the Naval Academy with the Class of 1958 and was commissioned as
a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force.
After
Flight Training, he was assigned to the first of three Troop Carrier Squadrons
in Europe and the United States, flying C-119s and C-130s. He was Honorably
Discharged in 1965. Later he joined the US Air Force Reserves for 20 years
flying C-124s & C-141s. After promotion to Colonel, he served at the
Pentagon and the Federal Emergency Management Administration retiring in 1985.
Ricky
spent 30 plus years flying for United Airlines (father Floyd and brother Barry
did also) concluding with the B-747. He was active with the Airline Pilots
Association serving on the United Master Executive Council and Chairing one of
the National Safety Committees. He earned an Aviation Safety Certificate from
the University of Southern California and became an Aviation Accident
Investigator. He was awarded the ALPA Presidential Citation for Outstanding
Service to fellow pilots and the Public. Retirement from United Airlines came in
1995.
He
married his second wife, Linda Elaine Davis, in 1997, in the Air Force Academy
Chapel with his two sons and two daughters and his brother in the wedding party.
While
living in Colorado Springs, Ricky & Linda usually spent at least three
months/year, traveling and exploring, both domestically and internationally.
Their Cirrus airplane was a particular joy taking them throughout the United
States, Canada, Caribbean and Central America.
In
retirement, Ricky was active with several flying and military organizations
including the United Flying Octogenarians.
Ricky
is survived by Linda, his wife of 26 years, brother Barry, sons Scott and
Daniel, and daughters Laura and Tamara, and 8 grandchildren. Memorial Services
will be held at his inurnment at the Naval Academy Columbarium at a date to be
determined.
Peter Stevan Roder (24th Co) (6/14/23
Captain
Peter Stevan Roder, USN (August 5, 1936 - June 4, 2023)
Peter
Stevan Roder, age 86, was born in Madison, Wisconsin on August 5th, 1936 to the
late Eugene and Cleophas Roder and was called away by Our Lord on June 4th,
2023. Pete is survived by his wife of nearly 62 years, Patricia Lyons Roder;
children Patricia Anne Roder, Peter Stevan (Debra) Roder Jr, Susan Lyons Roder,
William Joseph Roder, Barbara Joan (Chris) Byron; grandchildren Belinda Turran,
Brittany Lane, Andy Roder, Christopher Byron, Mary Byron, John Byron II;
great-grandchildren Kennedy Grace, Easton Robert, Mason James, Isla Lyons;
sister Mary Ann (Wally) Andersen.
Pete
was a graduate of Muskegon Heights High School’s class of 1954 and was
accepted into The United States Naval Academy where he received his commission
in 1958. He completed the United States Naval Postgraduate School curriculum and
attended the United States Naval War College, earning his master’s in
communication engineering. Pete served honorably for 34 years, retiring with the
rank of captain, while being stationed across the globe (Vietnam, Japan,
Australia) and the United States (Monterey CA, Newport RI, Washington DC, San
Diego CA). Captain Roder received several decorations during his service,
including The Meritorious Service Medal, The Navy Commendation Medal, The Navy
Achievement Award, The Combat Action Ribbon and The Meritorious Unit
Commendation.
Captain
and Mrs. Roder retired to the White Lake area and are long time members of St
James Catholic Church, 5419 Dowling St, in Montague, Michigan. A Mass of
Christian Burial will be held at St James on June 19th, 2023 at 10am with Father
Peter Omogo officiating. With full military honors, interment of Captain
Roder’s ashes will take place at Mt Calvary Cemetery the same day. In lieu of
flowers, memorial contributions should be directed to the Navy-Marine Corps
Relief Society according to the Roder family wishes. Pete and Pat have supported
this organization for many decades.
Shoreline
Memorial Services – Whitehall
816
S. Mears Ave.
Whitehall,
MI 49461
(231)
893-5300
James Benson Van Hoose (10th Co) 5/29/23
James
“Jim” Benson Van Hoose was born November 27, 1934 in Joplin, Missouri the
son of Alton LeRoy and Ala Louise (Clark) Van Hoose. He went to home to be
with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, May 25,2023 in Oklahoma City at the age of
88.
Jim
was raised in Webb City, Missouri where he graduated from Webb City High School
in 1952, then he received an appointment to attend the United States Naval
Academy in Annapolis, MD. He was proud to have graduated in the class of
1958. One of the highlights of Jim’s life was attending his Naval
Academy reunions.
Jim
married Marilyn Mae Mullins on July 18, 1958 after dating only three weeks.
Jim served as a lieutenant in the Navy, where he flew an A4D Skyhawk Attack
Bomber off of aircraft carriers. In 1963, with three young boys and a wife at
home, Jim decided to raise a family utilizing his engineering degree. He
loaded up the family and moved to OKC to start a successful career with Trane
Hvac. In 1980 Jim founded Van Hoose Construction where he served as the
President until retiring in 2007. Jim and his family were longtime members
of Central Presbyterian Church and later were members of Westminster
Presbyterian Church. In retirement, Jim and Marilyn enjoyed spending winters at
their home in Fort Myers, Florida.
Jim
was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Martha Jean Van Hoose, Jane
Benson and her husband, Bruce; and his great grandson, Mason Coon.
Jim
is survived by his wife of 65 years, Marilyn; his sons, Scott Van Hoose and his
wife Susan, Greg Van Hoose and Jeff Van Hoose and his wife, Courtney; his
daughter, Marylynn Hisey and her husband Brent; his grandchildren, Nichelle
Churchwell (Clayton), Matt Van Hoose (Tram), Sydney Coon (Jana), Griffin Van
Hoose, Grant Van Hoose (Carrie), Jane Van Hoose, Bailey Norris, Reagan Hisey,
Erin Hisey (Matt Kearney), Hayden Hisey; and his great grandchildren, Anthony
Churchwell, Tristan Coon, Jett Coon, Alden Kearney and Jade Van Hoose.
Memorial
service will be Saturday, June 3rd at 11:00 AM in the Vondel Smith Mortuary
North Chapel, 13125 N. MacArthur Blvd. Following the service the family
will receive friends at the Greens Country Club. A private family inurnment will
be in Rose Hill Burial Park.
Memorials
may be made to Salvation Army of Central Oklahoma, 1001 N. Pennsylvania Ave.,
Oklahoma City, OK 73107 or The Meadows, 1000 South Kelly, Edmond, OK 73003-6081.
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Tributes to Jim:
William
Hillsman
I
had a long telephone conversation with Jim a couple of months ago. We miss him.
Bill
John
McMichael
Youngster
year Jim was my roommate along with the red rooster. Bob Wiebly They
allowed me to join them because I was starring in Spanish and they had been
struggling a bit during plebe year. About a year ago Jim called me out of the
blue. He thanked me for getting him through the final year of Spanish. I
recall spending time with him at the Colorado Springs 10th Co. Reunion.
Great
guy, I really liked Jim. He got married shortly after we arrived in
Pensacola. Bob and I were pissed that Jim left bachelorhood so soon
in our first duty station.
Pat
Doss
I
know Marion always like Jim and consider him one of the best bridge players. I
think they all spent most of senior year playing bridge.
I
suspect they’re up there now having a few games
John
Lanigan
Jim
was always one of the good guys! He had a wry sense of humor, a
smile on his face and one just enjoyed being with him. He will be greatly
missed by all who knew him.
Vic Freeda
His
daughter posted a note on Facebook Saturday. We all know none of us will live
forever but it's sad to see so many leaving in such a short period of time.
I
came pretty close last November but my cardiologist caught my blockages on time
and I had 6 bypasses. Didn't see it coming.
Bob
Venable
I
was so happy to meet Jim and Marilyn on at least two ‘58 reunions and Bob said
he had many fond memories of Jim! “He was a great guy,” .
Barbara Harlow Alexander (Wife of Dick Alexander 10th Co)) (5/29/23)
Barbara Harlow Alexander, age 85, widow of
Commander Richard K. Alexander (USN Retired), died Sunday, April 30, 2023, from
complications of heart failure at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven. She was
born in Frankfurt, Ind., July 7, 1937, the daughter of Lucile (Heimberger) and
Ray Harlow. She grew up in Swarthmore, Pa., where she graduated from Swarthmore
High School, Class of 1955.
After high school, she attended the
University of Vermont in Montpelier, Vt., for one year. She worked at the
Inglenook Restaurant in Swarthmore, Pa., and for Gulf Oil in Philadelphia.
Barbara and Richard were married June
7, 1958, three days after he graduated from the United States Naval Academy.
They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family trip to Mexico, in
July 2008. At Richard's death in 2013, they had been married for almost 55
years. Due to Richard's naval orders, Barbara coordinated moving the family and
household belongings 13 times over 15 years, from 1959 to 1974: New London, San
Diego, Calif., Charleston, S.C., Holy Loch, Scotland, Gales Ferry, Chesapeake,
Va., Monterey, Calif., and finally back to Gales Ferry.
Barbara was a local real estate agent
for Anne McBride Realty, Coldwell Banker and Allied Brokers. She was also a
co-business owner of the Shelter Shoppe Real Estate Company in Gales Ferry, and
the owner of a gift shop called Floral Keepsakes in Mystic. She opened her own
creative business preserving bridal bouquets, also by the name of Floral
Keepsakes, for many years.
She was an active member of the Gales
Ferry United Methodist Church since 1974, and served as financial secretary for
many years. After Richard's retirement, together they enjoyed visiting places
around the world such as Alaska, Hawaii, Australia, Egypt, the Caribbean,
Ireland, Russia, Scandinavia, the Mediterranean, the Panama Canal, Mexico, and
South America.
She is survived by four children:
daughter Nancy Oaks, her husband Brian of Tolland and their children, Emily of
West Hartford, and Ian of Fenton, Mich.; daughter Judy Marano, her husband Sal
of Marlborough, and their children, Erica of Waterbury, Vt., and Ryan of
Springfield, Mass.; son Scott, his wife Annette and their children, Rachel/Dan
and Nathan of Colchester; and daughter Deborah Iannacito, her husband Tom and
their daughters, Stephanie and Danielle of Torrington, and his daughter Marisa
of New Windsor, N.Y. She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Rebecca. She is
also survived by a sister, Beverly (Harlow) Stewart of Hammonton, N.J.
The family sincerely appreciates the
outstanding care and support provided by Dr. Michael Nanna and nurses, Josephine
and Rod in the cardiac ICU at Yale New Haven Hospital to Barbara and her family
during her brief hospitalization.
A celebration of Barbara's life will be
held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 24, at the Gales Ferry United Methodist Church,
10 Chapman Lane, Gales Ferry. Burial will be private at the United States Naval
Academy Columbarium in Annapolis, Md. There will be no calling hours. Funeral
arrangements are being coordinated by Byles Memorial Home, 99 Huntington Street,
New London. Please visit www.byles.com to
sign the guestbook. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, gifts can be
made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY
10306 and/or the Gales Ferry United Methodist Church.
Published by The Day on May 28, 2023.
Byles-MacDougall Funeral Service
9 Huntington St
New London, CT 06320
860 442 0343
Jean Walter (Wife of Buff Walter (11th Co)) 5/28/23)
Update
7/1/23: Jean's
memorial service is planned for 15 July 2023 at Prince of Peace Lutheran
Church, 8304 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield,VA at 1200.
Her burial will be held at Arlington at a later date.
From Buff 5/28/23:
Jean died this morning ((5/16/23) at 0200. She went peacefully with no pain. Will have a memorial service later.
Cynthia M. McLane (Wife of Mike McLane (6th Co) 5/28/23
Obituary
Cynthia M. McLane, age 84, of Gales Ferry, passed away at
Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London.
She was born on April 20, 1938 in Newark, New Jersey to the late John
Henry and Virginia Dunbar (Ott) Mahar. She
married Michael McLane on (July 5th, 1958) in (Elmhurst, Il.).
Besides her loving husband, Michael, she is survived by
her daughter Hollis Parry and Son Christopher McLane. Grandchildren Michael
Parry, Chloe Gellenthien, Kathleen
McLane and Great Grandson Thomas
Gellenthin
Cindy
died suddenly and unexpectedly, in the hospital, from complications with
pancreatic cancer and COVID.
Patricia Ann Bidwell Bellay (Wife of Dan Bellay (7th Co) (5/7/23)
Update 7/26/23
Pat
Bellay, wife of Dan Bellay, 7th Co will be interred in Arlington
National Cemetery on August 14th, Monday at 1000. Arrive
at the Administration Building at 0915.
Obituary 5/7/23
Patricia
Ann Bidwell Bellay passed away to the Lord on 28 April 2023 in McLean, VA from
Alzheimer's disease.
Patricia A. Bellay was born in Sharon, PA on October 18, 1938, and grew up in
Cleveland and Warren, OH. She attended school in Howland, OH and graduated from
Penn Hall Preparatory School in Chambersburg, PA, in 1957.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in teaching from Bowling Green State
University, graduated in 1961 and taught Home Economics for two years in
Chardon, OH.
On August 18, 1962, she married Lt Daniel J. Bellay USN in Warren, OH and moved
to NAS Patuxent River, MD.
She supported Dan’s career in the US Navy, relocating to Monterey and
Sunnyvale, CA, Jacksonville, FL and Virginia Beach, VA.
In Virginia Beach, she returned to her teaching career, teaching in a
Catholic School and earned a master's degree plus 30 hours in Education from Old
Dominion University.
In 1979 Dan received orders to the Pentagon and the family moved to
Northern Virginia where Pat continued teaching in elementary schools.
Pat taught in the Fairfax County Public Schools for a total of 27 years;
retiring in 2007.
She was proud of her Irish heritage! She was active in the community, holding
office in the Potomac Woman’s Club, VP for two years and finance officer of
the Linway Park HOA for fourteen years and was active in the St John the Beloved
Catholic Church in McLean, VA. She was a member of the Salvation Army Women’s
Auxiliary, the Women’s Auxiliary of the National Symphony Orchestra, the NEA
and the Retired Teachers Association of Fairfax County and a church wedding
consultant.
She
supported her parents in Warren, OH for many years of declining health; took
charge of their affairs, before and after their deaths. This effort extended for
many years with monthly visits to Warren addressing her parents’ health and
business affairs. This effort was hers alone as she was not aided or assisted by
her siblings near her parents.
In marriage to CDR Daniel J. Bellay, US Navy (Ret) she was the loving mother to
CDR John Lawrence Bellay US Navy (Ret), Amy E. Bellay Trevisan and Michael
Christopher Bellay. She
loved her children and supported them in music, dancing lessons for Amy and
swimming activities.
She was the homemaker who looked forward to the holidays by decorating
the home and cooking special treats that were her holiday specialties. Her
hobbies and talents were shown in many home renovation projects she designed and
built. She was an avid bridge player and participated in social bridge. She has
five grandchildren, Zachary D. Bellay, Bethany G. Bellay, Xavier N. Bellay,
Carlin G. Trevisan and Jack E. Trevisan.
Interment is planned for Arlington National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers make donations to the Salvation Army in Northern
Virginia or to a charity of your choice.
Herbert Leslie Stiff (16th Co) (4/22/23)
(February
29, 1936 – August 3, 2022)
Herbert
L. Stiff, 86, passed away on August 3, 2022; loving husband of Anne L. Stiff for
63yrs; devoted father of Susan C. Amidon and her husband Dan, Brian L. Stiff and
his wife Sharon, Julie A. Kirk and her husband Tom, David E. Stiff and his wife
Teri; Cherished grandfather of John Reynolds, Justin Reynolds, Rachel Roberts,
Natalie Stiff, Lindsey Stiff, Carrie Abel, Dylan Kirk and Daniel Stiff; Great
grandfather of Lennon Roberts.
Herbert’s
life will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 8501 Loch Raven
Blvd., Towson, MD 21286, Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 9:00 AM. The mass will be
live-streamed at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDRmgq_D33k
Interment
private.
In
lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in Herbert’s memory
to Stella Maris Hospice, 2300 Dulaney Valley Road, Timonium, MD 21093.
Lemmon
Funeral Home of Dulaney Valley Inc.
10 West Padonia Road
Timonium, MD 21093
410-252-6000
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/timonium-md/herbert-stiff-10872674
Martin Fleming Kuhneman (5th Co) (4/20/23)
CDR
Martin F. Kuhneman, USN (Ret.) (July 7, 1932 - April 7, 2023)
Martin
F. Kuhneman, Cdr, USN (Ret.), 90, a long-time resident of Virginia Beach and
Norfolk, died peacefully on Good Friday, April 7, 2023. Martin was the only
child of the late Martin and Alice (Fleming) Kuhneman. He was born in his
mother’s native Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada and grew up in the Englewood
section of Southside Chicago.
As
a child in Chicago, Martin attended parochial school at Our Lady of Solis
Catholic Church. His parents strongly valued the gift of education. His mother
especially valued an education imparted through the Jesuit tradition, and his
parents provided for Martin to attend St. Ignatius High School, from which he
graduated in 1949.
Following
high school, Martin briefly attended the Illinois Institute of Technology and
worked for The Chicago and Western Indiana Railroad Company as an operator at
the State Line Control Tower.
With
the Korean War at its height, in 1952 Martin enlisted in the United States Navy.
That same year Martin first came to Norfolk as a Quartermaster on the USS
Midway. While on the Midway, Martin was given the opportunity to attend the
Naval Academy Preparatory School and subsequently the United States Naval
Academy. He was a member of the Fifth Company and graduated as an officer in
1958.
Following
the Academy, Martin went to flight school in Pensacola and earned his wings as a
Naval Aviator. Throughout his career Martin flew helicopters and was attached
primarily to ASW squadrons along the east coast. In addition to those duties, he
served as Commanding Officer of Naval Air Facility Midway Island, and held staff
positions at the USNA, aboard the USS Nashville, and lastly at SACLANT Fleet,
from which he retired in 1984.
While
stationed at Quonset Point in 1973, Martin met his future wife Gail (Fisher)
Kuhneman, who predeceased him in 2016. Together Martin and Gail built their
marriage and home in Virginia Beach and welcomed their son Father Timothy M.
Kuhneman into life.
Martin
was a devoted and loyal husband and father. Devotion and loyalty were qualities
that marked Martin throughout his life and in the relationships and friendships
that he kept. Whether it was in the way that he lived his faith, gave of himself
to the Church, served his country, or cared for his family, Martin was devoted
and loyal.
He
had the gift of a quick smile and genuine concern for what was right and just.
Martin was a gifted artist and storyteller, and he had an eye for detail and a
value for the people he encountered.
Martin
and Gail were long-time members of Ascension Catholic Church in Virginia Beach
and participated and volunteered in a variety of capacities. In 2011 they moved
to Harbor’s Edge in Norfolk and subsequently joined Sacred Heart Parish. At
Harbor’s Edge Martin made many friendships and engaged in opportunities to
bring value and beauty into his life and the lives of his fellow residents.
Visitation
will be held on Wednesday between 5 and 7 pm at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments,
1501 Colonial Ave, Norfolk, with a wake service. A Funeral Mass will be
celebrated on Thursday at 11 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 520 Graydon
Ave, Norfolk. Burial Services will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery on Friday at
11 am.
Instead
of flowers, please consider St. Ignatius College Prep, 1076 Roosevelt Rd.,
Chicago, IL 60608, or the Sisters of Mercy, 15 Highland View Rd., Cumberland, RI
02864, or your own favorite charity.
H.D.
Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel
1501 Colonial Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23517
Richard Eugene Hanson (7th Co) (4/13/23)
Update: 7/1/23:
From Gordo:
Dick
will be inurned at the USNA Columbarium at USNA on Monday 20 July at 1030.
You are
also reminded that there will be a reception at the USNA Club following the
inurnment. Please let me know if you intend to attend the reception and how
many.
From Gordo 4/13/25:
I have heard from both of Dick’s offspring
that Dick died. The following is primarily from his daughter, Sonja (USNA ’99)
- He
died peacefully in his sleep while in an assisted living facility.
- He
did not want a funeral or a memorial but will have a “remembrance
reception” on Friday 28 April from 1330 – 1530 at Miguel’s in Coronado
(1351 Orange Ave., Coronado)
- He
will be inurned at the USNA Columbarium on Thursday 20 July at 1030.
- If
you have any memories or sea stories about Dick, please send them to Sonja
at [email protected].
- I
will send out a reminder a few weeks in advance.
Francis
Xavier Coyle ( 23rd Co) (4/5/23)
(1936 – 2023)
Francis
Xavier Coyle, 86, of Colonial Park, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March
28, 2023 after an extended illness. He was born on December 9, 1936 in the
Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia and was the son of the late Robert and
Elizabeth (nee Harrison) Coyle. He was loyal brother of Robert and Jane (nee
O'Connell), MaryAnn, Joe and Sandy (nee Christopher), and Susan (nee Coyle)
Dowling. He is survived by his wife Joanne, and children Francis X Jr, of
Clearwater, FL, Martie (nee Coyle) and Frank Kasnick, of Carmel, IN, John and
Betsy (nee Tenaglio) of Berwyn, PA and Mia (nee Coyle) and Mickey Dotzel of
Wayne, PA and his grandchildren, Frank, Bridget, Jack, Maeve and Jake. He is
predeceased by his parents, brother Robert, grandson Dominic and sister-in-law
Sandy.
Frank
attended St. Joseph’s Prep in Philadelphia and was a proud graduate of the US
Naval Academy class of 1958. During his time at the Naval Academy, Frank met and
married the love of his life Joanne P. O’Donnell of Mount Carmel, PA and they
were joined together in marriage for 61 years. Frank’s proudest accomplishment
and greatest joy was his marriage, children, grandchildren and extended family.
Frank
served in the US Navy for a total of 23 years of active and reserve duty
retiring with rank of Captain. His service began in submarines in New London, CT
and continued in Naval intelligence at the Pentagon. Concurrent with his active
duty service, he earned his master’s degree from George Washington University.
After active duty service, he settled in Harrisburg with his family and where he
lived for 50+ years and worked for the Pennsylvania State Government, AMP
(currently Tyco) and finally for Motorola Radio. Frank was a faithful and an
active member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Harrisburg.
He
was proud of his Irish heritage, golf, history, reading, international travel,
Pinochle and Hearts, swimming, afternoon naps, the beach at the Jersey Shore,
black coffee, Yuengling Lager, long road trips, summer not winter, college
football (Navy, the Nittany Lions and the Irish) and vacations at Walt Disney
World. He lived a life of service, love, kindness and devotion to God, Country,
Family and Friends. He was one of the good ones and will be missed.
A
viewing will be held at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 2800 Paxton Church
Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 10:00AM with a Mass of
a Christian Burial to follow at 11:00AM.
Burial
will be on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 2:00PM at Indiantown Gap National
Cemetery, 60 Indiantown Gap Road, Annville, PA, 17003, with full military
honors. In lieu of flowers and donations, the family is asking for
donations to be made to www.WoundedWarriorProject.org,
“In Honor of Francis X. Coyle”, of whom Frank was a proud supporter.
Dailey
Funeral Home, Inc.
650 S. 28th Street
Harrisburg PA 17103
(717)-233-1933
https://daileyfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/380/Francis-Coyle/obituary.html#tribute-start
Frank Eugene Bassett (18th Co) 3/30/23
Commander Frank E. "Bing" Bassett
(September
3, 1936 - March 21, 2023)
Commander
Frank E. Bassett went to be with his Lord and Savior on the 21st of March 2023
after a valiant battle with an inoperable spinal tumor.
“Bing”
was born in San Diego, CA, on September 3,1936, to the late RADM and Mrs. Melvin
H. Bassett (USN ret. Class of 1920, USNA). He attended Rogers High School,
Newport, Rhode Island, and graduated from USNA with Eighteenth Company, class of
1958.
After
graduation he posted to Surface Warfare School and initially served on Destroyer
staff in San Diego. Initial orders were on the USS Orleck (DD-886), homeported
in Yokosuka, Japan for 2 years. Bing was accepted to submarine school in Groton,
CT in 1962 and upon graduation was stationed aboard the USS Sailfish (SSR-572)
out of New London, CT. During this time, he met the former Bunny Buell of
Waterford, CT, whom he married in 1964.
Bing’s
submarine career intersected with the US Navy’s need for non-nuclear trained
weapons officers and navigators in 1965. He attended guided missile school in
Dam Neck, VA in 1965 and then to the USS Henry Clay (SSBN-625). After a
three-year tour, he returned to surface warfare and served on the USS Newport
News (CA-148) before posting to the Naval Academy in 1971, where he was an
instructor in Seamanship & Navigation, eventually becoming Chair of that
department.
In
1975 he was ordered to JUSMMAT (Joint US Military Mission for Aid to Turkey),
Ankara, Turkey, during the Cyprus embargo, making this posting a challenging
job. However, the family benefited from the multiple travel opportunities in
Turkey and Europe where they viewed the assignment as a “gift.” Returning to
CONUS in 1978, Bing took an assignment with CNET in Pensacola, FL, honing his
gift for team-management and book editing.
He
retired from the US Navy in 1984 and after a brief respite as house husband took
employment with Tracor Marine and then Booz Allen Hamilton where he created his
own team to train and undergird the Saudi Navy in their purchase of 12 patrol
craft. During this time, he co-wrote and edited two professional books -
“Farwell’s Rules of the Nautical Road” and “Knight’s Modern
Seamanship.” He took early retirement from Booz Allen Hamilton in 1999, bought
a motorhome and toured North America with his wife Bunny for the next six years.
Their
favorite volunteer position was with the greater Yellowstone and Jackson Hole
Visitors Center in Wyoming. The RV life allowed them to truly enjoy
grandparenting as well as getting to know their children as adults. Bing raised
three Labrador retrievers, two shelties, numerous cats and often claimed that
“Jesus owned a lab.”
The
happiest years in retirement were between 2005-2018 when they settled in
Georgetown, Texas, in a Sun City Community. They joined Celebration Church where
Bing served as a small group leader, lay pastoral counselor, and elder. Over the
years, Bing served in many capacities in the Episcopal Church - his favorite
being diocesan big brother to the teen renewal movement called “Happening.”
Above
all else, Bing loved his Lord and his family. He leaves his favorite blind date,
Bunny; three children: CDR Rob Bassett (USNR ret. Class of 1989, USNA) and wife
Adrienne; Holly Robinson and husband, Chris; and CDR David Bassett (USN ret.
Class of 1995, USNA) and wife Sandy as well as six grandchildren. He was
predeceased by his sister, Patricia Pels, and his brother CDR Melvin Sage
Bassett (USN ret. Class of 1953, USNA). “Well done, good and faithful
servant.”
The
family would like to thank the Great Class of ’58 tailgaters and their warm
welcome of Bing’s sons, Rob and Dave, as they attended the football games as
midshipmen.
A
Celebration of Life will be held at Old Donation Episcopal Church on the 1st of
April, 2023 at 1:00 PM. Bing’s inurnment will be at the United States Naval
Academy Columbarium on the 14th of July 2023 at 11:30 AM.
Richard Clare Lawe (22nd Co) 3/22/23)
From Gordo:
We received the unhappy news today (3/20/23) that Dick
died. He had a stroke, was hospitalized and didn't make it. I go way back with
Dick since we were both on the W.C. Lawe, the destroyer named after his
father... on our Youngster Cruise. Dick's obit has been written and will appear
in Shipmate before long. He has instructed that his ashes will be spread on
Midway Island where his father died.
Obit to follow
Gordo
Charles Herbert Baker (11th Co) (3/21/23)
From Gordo:
I regret that I must
pass along the announcement of the death of another of my company-mates. Once
again we receive this info courtesy of the Alumni Association.
Charles
Herbert Baker, age 87, of La Crosse, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2023.
On June 4, 1935, Charles was born to Frances Helen Gartland
and Charles Herbert Baker in La Crosse, WI. He married Suzanne Pauline Tougas on
December 22, 1962, in Groton, CT. They had two beautiful daughters, Lisa and
Katherine.
Upon completion of Training School and graduation from Central
High School, Charles then attended La Crosse State University and graduated from
the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD.
Charles served in the US Navy for 26 years, eventually
achieving the rank of Commander qualified in submarines. His career included
work with NATO and Task Force Operations as well as two tours of duty in
Scotland, one as an exchange officer with the Royal Navy.
He was an avid reader and active member of the Thomas Book
Group, often mailing his favorite literary finds to his daughter Lisa. Among his
other hobbies were goose and deer hunting, scuba diving, playing tennis (he was
once an umpire at Wimbledon), playing bridge, fishing, and spending time with
his granddaughters.
He is survived by his former spouse Suzanne, daughter Lisa
Kirkpatrick (William), granddaughters Ailey and Keira, and very special friend
Betsy Goodnough.
He is preceded in death by his daughter Katherine, his
parents, and sister Carolyn Baker.
Charles was a big man who lived a big life and faithfully
protected and served his family and country. He will be greatly missed.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, 18th of April 2023 at
10:00 am at Christ Episcopal Church, 111 9th St North, La Crosse, WI followed by
a funeral service at 11:00 am, with interment at Oak Grove Cemetery to follow
the service.
Gordo
Lawrence Phillip Larson
(16th Co)
November 17, 1936 - February 1, 2023
From Gordo:
Larry died on 1 Feb. The only info available is on the website
of the funeral parlor:
https://www.simplicitycfs.com/obituaries/Lawrence-Phillip-Larson?obId=27227504
Walter
Alvin Reister (19th Co) (2/24/23)
(March 14, 1935 - February 19, 2023)
Walter excelled during his time at the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD alongside notable classmates John S. McCain and John M. Poindexter, class of 1958, graduating in the top 10% of his class. Shortly after graduating, he married Evelyn Hardcastle of Lansdown, PA. He began his naval career serving on the USS Fred T. Berry. After serving on the Staff of Destroyer Squadron 36 stationed out of Norfolk, VA, he attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA where he earned a Master of Science in Physics in 1965. Walter served as Weapons Officer on the USS Towers out of San Diego, CA, and completed two tours in Vietnam. Walter then served as a Sonar Evaluation Officer on the Key West Test and Evaluation Detachment in Key West, FL. After Key West, Walter became the Executive Officer of the USS Brumby out of Mayport, FL and then attended the Naval Command and Staff school in Newport, RI. Walter served as the Commanding Officer of the USS Stein out of San Diego, CA, completing a third tour in Vietnam before returning to the Naval Command and Staff School. He then served on the staff of the Naval Sea Systems Command in Washington, DC from 1976 to 1982 working in undersea warfare.
In 1982, Walter retired from the US Navy and began working for DRS in Oakland, NJ, and later for EDO Corp. in Washington, DC, before retiring in Fairfax, VA. In 2002, Walter and Evelyn made their final move to live in Rockford, MI.
Preceded in death by his
wife of 53 years, Evelyn, his sister, Patricia Blackall, and brother Larry
Reister, Walter is survived by his three sons, Walter A. Reister, Jr. (Athena
Eary) Richard A. Reister (Judy Davis) Curtis K. Reister (Christina Beatty) five
grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. In recent
years, Walter enjoyed playing bridge games and having dinners out with his dear
friend Myra Bradford.
The family will hold a memorial in the Sparta, MI area at a later date, and Walter will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery in the columbarium with his wife Evelyn later as well.
Pederson Funeral Home
127 N Monroe Street
Rockford, MI 49341
Phone: (616) 866-1515
https://www.pedersonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Walter-Alvin-Reister?obId=27324592#/obituaryInfo
Charles Joseph Korzinek (7th Co) (2/4/23)
August 31, 1933 –
January 23, 2023)
Charles Korzinek (Chuck) went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 89, on January 23rd, 2023 after a long battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis.
Chuck was born in Patterson, New Jersey
to Carl and Rose Korzinek and graduated from Ramsey High School.
He went on to
attend the United States Naval Academy graduating in 1958 as an Ensign. After
graduating, Flight School, he was assigned to Patrol Squadron Seven in
Brunswick, Maine.
After serving 4
years in the Navy, he resigned his commission as Lieutenant.
After
leaving the Navy, he went on to work for Hercules Inc. as an engineer in
Wilmington, Delaware. In 1972, he was transferred to the Terre Haute Film Plant
where he held several Engineering positions.
He enjoyed
volunteering his time over the years at the Maryland Community Church, Wabash
Valley Habitat for Humanity, and the 14th & Chestnut Food Pantry.
He is survived by
his wife, Janet of 63 years; his son, Craig and wife Kathy; granddaughter,
Katelyn; his sister, Rosemarie Bajek; nieces, Carla Burkhart, Gina Dunlevy, and
Eva Dooley; and nephews, Joseph Bajek and Gerald Bajek.
Visitation was held
on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Roselawn Funeral Home from 12-2pm, with a
funeral service to begin at 2pm. Services were concluded at the Funeral Home.
Chuck was
laid to rest in the Chapel of Memories at Roselawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers,
donations can be made to the Parke-Vermillion Humane Society or to the
American Lung Association.
Fond memories and
expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.roselawnfuneralhome.net
for the Korzinek family.
Roselawn Funeral
Home & Memorial Park
7500 North Clinton Street
Terre Haute, IN 47805
812-466-5221
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/terre-haute-in/charles-korzinek-11118282
Faye Barrett (Wife of Steve Barrett (2nd CO)) (2/2/23)
From Steve:
My dear wife of 59 years passed away yesterday, January 31.
Services will be February 10th at Champion Forest Baptist Church, Houston, Texas
beginning with 8:30 AM visitation, 9:30AM service, followed by reception.
Family departs for burial at Houston National Cemetery at noon.
A special thanks to Bill Marshall who introduced us in
Virginia Beach, Virginia in 1961.
Last Call: Clyde Cecil Morris (6th Co) (1/20/23)
Captain
Clyde C. Morris, USN (Ret.) went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on
Jan. 14, 2023.
Clyde
was born on Sept. 4, 1935 in Vienna, Ga., to the late Clyde and Gladys (Taylor)
Morris. Upon graduation from Vienna High School in 1953, he joined the Navy,
attended the Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS) in Bainbridge, Md., and
graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1958 with the 6th company. Following
graduation, he served on the USS Manly (DD 940) and was a member of the
commissioning crew on USS Charles F Adams (DDG 2). He graduated from MIT in 1965
with a master's degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering and the
degree of Naval Engineer. Following re–designation as an Engineering Duty
Officer, he served at the Supervisor of Shipbuilding office in Groton, Conn.,
and at the Charleston Naval shipyard, Charleston, S.C. In 1971, he was selected
as Officer-in-Charge U.S. Naval Ship Repair Office in Singapore, where he served
for four years in this exciting and challenging assignment. Upon return to the
states, he served as Engineering Officer and Submarine Overhaul Project Officer
at the Supervisor of Shipbuilding office, Newport News, Va., where he earned his
engineering dolphins and was selected for captain. Next, he served as Deputy
Supervisor of Shipbuilding at the Supervisor of Shipbuilding office Pascagoula,
Miss. His final assignment was as the Assistant Director of Shipbuilding for the
Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Shipbuilding and Logistics) in Crystal City,
Va.
His
awards include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation
Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, Meritorious Unit Commendation and National
Defense Service Medal.
Upon
retirement from military service in 1984, Clyde went to work for ANADAC, Inc. in
St. Marys, Ga., where he provided support for NAVSEA in their role in the
acquisition and activation of the Trident Refit Facility and the Trident
Training Facility at Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Ga. Upon completion of
this project, he taught for Georgia Military College at the submarine base,
where he developed the college requirements for the apprentice program at the
Trident Refit Facility. He taught College Algebra, Physics and Technical
Drawing. In 1997, he began to phase into his retirement by selling real estate
part-time on Amelia Island, Fla., where he lived since 1985. In 2001, he began
full retirement (except from church.)
The
love of his life was his high school sweetheart and wife of 63 years, Amy
Frances (Fran) Mobley Morris. The pride of his life was his three children, Paul
(Terri), David (Michele) and John (Mary Beth). The joy of his life was his 10
grandchildren, Erin (Thomas), Morgan, Joel, Reed, Collin, Andrew, Miriam, Micah,
Joseph, Ava, and two great-grandchildren,
Joseph and Dorothy.]All these survive him. The center of his life was God, whom
he served faithfully in 12 different churches in numerous capacities including
teacher, deacon and elder. God led him to help start two new churches, New
Colony in Billerica, Mass., and Amelia Baptist in Fernandina Beach, Fla.
He
is survived by sister Mary Player, sister-in-law Cile Woodward and many nieces
and nephews. Special thanks to Janet Vestal and Brenda Brown for special care in
recent years.
A
celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, at Amelia Baptist
Church, Amelia Island, Fla., with internment at Jacksonville National Cemetery.
Donations
may be made in his memory to Amelia Baptist Church, Fernandina Beach. The family
thanks Community Hospice for their loving care.
William Fulton Omberg (12th Co) (1/19/23)
From Gordo:
I
received the following via Bud Manazir, 12th Co. Rep also via Bill Schramm.
Sometimes these take a long path:
Gentlemen – I am
William F Omberg, Jr, Class on 1983, 6th Company – served 7
years active in the Navy.
My father - William
F Omberg, Jr, class of 1958, passed away yesterday 18 January 2023, in Richmond
VA. He Served 20 years, retired in
1978 as A LCDR.
He is survived by
his wife, 6 children, 11 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. Two of his
children served in military in the 1980s segment of the Cold War, me (navy,
surface) one brother as an Armor Office (sp?)
in Germany.
During his service
his first tour was a destroyer in San Diego, where he obtained OOD and EOOW
qualifications, and met his wife. He then proceeded to Submarine School, upon
graduation reported to the Submarine Squadron in Key West Florida.
He then attended
the Postgraduate School in Monterey and transferred to the Engineering Duty
Officer community. From, there he served in New London; then the Norfolk Area
with OPTEVFOR, the Charleston Ship Yard – overseeing the Nuclear Submarine
Overhauls. From there back to
Virginia( Norfolk) with NAVELEX- fiscal oversight of repair contractors.
After Naval Retirement he was a program manager with a contractor involved in
army or Airforce physical security systems.
No information on the funeral as yet.
Vincent Andrew Panaia (13th Co) (1/14/2023)
From Gordo:
I received the
following from a friend of Vince's:
It’s
Jann Steel Lane, Bob Lane’s wife.
It is
with great sadness I share that Vincent Panaia has passed peacefully on December
31, 2022 at 11:11 pm.
Bob and
I have maintained close contact with Vince these past 30 years after our
marriage in 1995. We were living in Southern California where Vince was also
living. We stayed in touch with Vince even after we moved to Arizona in 2019. He
was a great friend.
His
daughter Jennifer Gunther of Huntington Beach, CA is holding a memorial
gathering on this Sunday January 15 at the Newport Beach Athletic Club, Newport
Beach, CA.
Jennifer
will be sending me Vince’s obituary and story. I will then submit on his
behalf to Shipmate.
Please
distribute this sad news of Vince’s passing to his classmates. Thank
you.
( See A Toast To Vinnie: - Home News)
John Joseph Seeberger (10th Co) (12/28/22)
John Joseph "JJ" Seeberger
December 23, 2022
Obituary 12/28/22
John Joseph
“JJ” Seeberger, loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather passed away
peacefully on December 23, 2022, at the family’s “Deep Run Farm” in
Madison, Virginia. He was 86 years old.
JJ was born
December 5, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York and grew up in the Bronx. After
graduating from Cardinal Hayes High School in 1954, he received an appointment
to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. As he was readying to depart for Kings
Point, he was notified of his acceptance to the U.S. Naval Academy. JJ chose to
study at Annapolis and graduated with the class of 1958.
JJ received his
naval aviation “wings of gold” in 1959 in Pensacola, Florida. He flew the
S-2F Tracker, affectionately called the “Stoof,” flying from aircraft
carriers throughout the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. He loved to tell
Stoof stories, one of which recounted the recovery effort for Alan Shepherd -
the first American astronaut launched into space. He always made sure to
delineate that he flew from the more challenging straight deck carriers versus
angled deck carriers. JJ ultimately became an anti-submarine warfare expert and
supported the Cuban Missile Crisis naval blockade. Later, he served as an
Aeronautical Engineering Duty Officer and joined the S-3 Viking program. JJ
retired as a Commander during his final tour with the Center for Naval Analyses.
He received master’s degrees from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School and
Virginia Tech.
While stationed at
Quonset Point, Rhode Island, he met his fiery red-head Irish bride-to-be,
Patricia “Pat” Reardon. They married in 1961 and began a family after
relocating to Monterey, California. It was while stationed at Patuxent River,
Maryland that JJ and Pat discovered Madison County on a family camping trip to
the Blue Ridge Mountains. Soon, a piece of land was purchased near Kinderhook,
Virginia and JJ began developing new skills as a bushwhacker and cabin builder.
These were memorable times for JJ and his family, affectionately referred to as
their “Foxfire” period, as they spent their summers living in the woodland
cabin they had built.
When JJ fully
retired from the Navy and worked in the civil service as an aeronautical
engineer, he and Pat planted their roots deeper in the county. They purchased
land and established Deep Run Farm in the Hebron Valley. As a city kid that took
to flying the skies, farming did not come naturally for JJ (known as John in
Madison). His first livestock purchase— three steers—all disappeared within
the first week of owning them. John sent his four children to search the farm
for them with no success. The steer trio was found five miles away walking down
a gravel road. This was JJ’s first lesson in livestock escape, with many more
stories to come as additional animals made their home at Deep Run Farm. John and
Pat’s children became involved with 4H clubs raising sheep, cattle, chickens,
bees, and horses.
When John was not
riding his tractor, he could be found running down one of Madison’s many
country roads. He completed nineteen marathons and triathlons. In 1983, a
headline in the Fredericksburg, Virginia newspaper read, “Winning doesn’t
count, it’s how you run the race.” John finished last in the Heritage
Festival Triathlon after administering lifesaving first aid to a fellow
competitor experiencing heat stroke. He was a former member of the Madison Lions
Club, a Webelos Scout Leader and the Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 41. He also
previously served as a director on the Madison Troop Support Board, which mailed
monthly packages to Madison County service members deployed overseas. As an
engineer, John loved to tinker and kept busy with ongoing projects, one of which
was working tirelessly to restore an antique British MG sports car. He proudly
displayed the MG at many 4th of July parades in Madison. He enjoyed playing
his banjo, drinking a glass of wine on the porch with Pat, and playing with
their late golden retriever, Boomer.
JJ is predeceased
by his parents, Dorothy and John, his son, Thad, and his grandson, James. He is
survived by his wife, Pat, of sixty-one years, and his three children, Kristin
(Baltimore, MD), Scott (Lisa) (Bluemont, VA), and Michael (Judy) (Afton, MN);
his sister, Marie, and his grandchildren, Meghan, Sarah, Garrett, Rachel, Ryan,
Patrick, and Cullen.
Visitation will be
held at Preddy Funeral Home in Madison from 2-4 PM on January 1. Memorial
services will be held at Hebron Lutheran Church at 11 am on January 2. Instead
of flowers, donations can be sent to the Wounded Warrior Project.
From Gordo:
Dear Classmates,
It is with much regret that I report that JJ died yesterday
(12/23/22). I have no further info on cause of death or funeral plans. I
will be back as soon as I have that. JJ was a great friend from our neighboring
10th Company. He will be mourned by the mighty 10th.
Gordo
William Everett Byman (2nd Co) (12/19/22)
Update 1/5/23:
Obituary
William
Everett Byman, aged 86, died peacefully in his sleep on December 13, 2022,
joining his beloved wife, Eileen, and the Savior he loved and served.
Bill, as he was known to his many
friends, was raised in rural Loveland, Ohio, the first of three children born to
Paul and Frances Byman. After high school, he left Ohio to attend the United
States Naval Academy; he graduated in 1958 and was commissioned as an Ensign in
the U.S. Navy.
His first ship, USS Toledo (CA-133),
operated from Long Beach, California. While in Long Beach, he met Eileen
Littleton, and they married in 1960. From
California, the new couple moved to Yokosuka, Japan, where Bill served on the
USS Windham County (LST-1170). Returning
to California, he served at Inshore Undersea Warfare Group ONE in Long Beach,
followed by another ship assignment aboard USS Regulus (AF-57) based in Alameda.
Bill and Eileen loved to travel. In
addition to where the Navy took them, they visited many places throughout the
United States together, as well as making many trips overseas, especially in
retirement, visiting England several times, plus Germany, Sweden, Russia, China,
Australia, New Zealand, and other countries.
From Mike Byman (USNA '83) Bill's son:
Some of you have probably already heard, but our father, Bill
Byman, passed away on Tuesday 13 December. His health had been declining
since Eileen's death in August, and he just died in his sleep.
His death was sudden and unexpected, but we know he was ready
to go to heaven. In our last conversation on Sunday, he quoted the old
hymn, 'What can wash away our sins, nothing but the blood of Jesus...."
Memorial services are still being finalized, but probably 2 PM
7 January at the Virginia Beach Community Chapel.
Henry William Miller, Jr. (6th Co) (12/13/22)
Update: 12/16/22:
Obituary
LCDR
Henry W. Miller Jr. USN (Ret) passed away 9 December 2022.
He
was born 23 May 1935 in Baltimore, MD son of the late Henry William and
Helen(Knoble) Miller Sr. He was a graduate of the Baltimore Polytechnic
Institute. He graduated from the Naval Academy (6TH Company) in 1958 and served
in the Navy for 20 years. He married Adele Hawthorne in October 1986 and resided
inPurcellville VA. He had one adopted son, Henry W. Miller III.
Henry served in three ships, USS BROWNSON (DD-868), USS ALBANY (CG-10), and USS
CANBERRA(CAG-2). Ashore, his assignments were at the Bureau of Naval Weapons, US
Naval Postgraduate School, Rutgers University, and Naval Command Systems Support
Center. After his retirement, he worked for TRW, Inc. for 20 years as a Computer
Engineer/Systems Analyst.
In retirement, he attended NAVY'S home football games and frequently ARMY-NAVY
Games. He enjoyed tennis for many years. He also took a great interest in
walking. He hiked the entire 184 miles of the C&O Canal National Park in
each direction, usually in five to eight mile hikes weekly. Henry was an avid
gardener, enjoying raising vegetables during his retirement years.
He was a member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Purcellville, Virginia. Henry
is survived by his wife, Adele H. Miller, his son, Henry III, and grandchildren,
HenryIV, Harlan, and Hayley.
Services to be held on 14 December 2022 at 1:00 pm (1300 hours) at St. Peter's
Episcopal Church, 37018 Glendale St, Purcellville, Virginia. Burial will be at
Lakeview Cemetery, Hamilton, VA. Henry Miller Jr.
Published
by Loudoun Times-Mirror from Dec. 16 to Dec. 17, 2022.
From Gordo (12/13/22)
Dear Classmates,
I always regret passing this kind of information on to
you...but I must. I received the following from the 6th Co. Rep:
Henry Miller passed away December 10
Funeral:
St Peter’s Episcopal Church,
Purcellville, VA. Wednesday, December 14, 1:00PM
As you can see the funeral info is soon.
Gordo
Barbara
Ann Fuller (Wife of Gran F. Fuller ( 22nd Co))
Obituary (12/6/22)
Barbara
Ann (Zilling) Fuller, 86, of Lansdale, wife of the late Gran F. Fuller passed
away on Friday, December 2nd at Dock Woods.
Born
in Yeadon, she was the daughter of the late Rudolph and Zelda (Bair) Zilling.
Barbara
was a graduate of Friends’ Central High School and went on to graduate from
San Jose State University in California with a BA in Social Science.
She
retired from the North Penn School District as a sixth-grade school teacher with
over twenty-five years of service. In addition, she was a member and president
of the former Lansdale Women's Club and an active member of Homemaker Country
Quilters.
Surviving
are children Gary Fuller, husband of Becky, Laura Fuller-Guha, wife of Subrata,
and George Fuller, husband of Debbie; brother George Zilling, husband of Bunny;
granddaughters Ingrid Guha, Natasha Guha, wife of Kevin Wright, and Jordan
Fuller; and great grandchildren Annika and Grady. Along with her husband and
parents she is predeceased by her sons Gran Fuller and Greg Fuller.
Visitation
will be Saturday, December 17, 1:00PM to 2:00PM at Huff & Lakjer Funeral
Home, 701 Derstine Ave, Lansdale, with a memorial service to start at 2:00PM.
In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Barbara’s name to Montgomery County
SPCA, 19 E. Ridge Pike, PO Box 222, Conshohocken, PA 19428-0222.
12/5/22 From Gary Fuller:
I
am the son of the late Gran F. Fuller (USNA - Class of 58) who passed away back
in May 1995. I just wanted to forward that my mother, Barbara Fuller, who
was married to Gran Fuller for 37 years passed away this past Friday, 12/2/2022.
Please note that the memorial service is not this weekend but the following
Saturday, 12/17/2022. The obituary should be posted to the Huff &
Lakjer website in the next day or so. Thank you.
Sincerely,
FLY NAVY
Shane
Patrick Daniels Sr. (8th Co) (12/2/22)
(April 23, 1935 - November 24, 2022)
Shane Patrick Daniels, Captain, USN,
retired, passed away Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 2022, after a long, defiant
battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Shane was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on
April 23, 1935, and grew up in the nearby town of Mariemont. He was
predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Joan (Dokter) Daniels and a sister,
Patsy.
Shane was quite an athlete in his
younger years, and with his teammates won the Ohio State Basketball Championship
his senior year at Mariemont High School. He received a full football
scholarship to the University of Cincinnati, attending one year before his
appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, where he played football and ultimately
graduated in 1958.
Shane attended the Naval Postgraduate
School in Monterey, CA, graduating with a master’s degree in Meteorology. In
addition, he attended the Naval War College and the National War College earning
a master’s degree in International Affairs. Throughout his 30-year naval
career, Shane had twelve overseas deployments during which he served as
commanding officer of an LST and guided missile destroyer. His past staff
duty assignments included tours as Force Planner for SACLANT, Surface Operations
Officer for Commander Carrier Group FOUR, Operations Coordinator for
CINCUSNAVEUR, and commander of Fleet Operations Control Center, Europe. His
awards included the Bronze Star with Combat V, two Meritorious Service Medals,
Joint Service Commendation Medal, and the Navy Commendation Medal.
After retiring from the Navy, Shane
settled in Virginia Beach using his knowledge of coins and passion for history
to start a small antiques and collectibles business. In the 1980s and ‘90s he
was well-known throughout the area for his estate tag sales and antique
appraisals. Shane loved sharing his vast knowledge with anyone who was
interested. He continued collecting and conducting estate sales until the
effects of the disease made it impossible, then devoted his time to his
grandchildren, reading books about American and Naval History, playing Sudoku,
and eating ice cream (he loved ice cream). Shane was grateful to be able to
spend time with his grandchildren as they grew up and was exceedingly proud of
them; in turn they loved him immensely and all share his passions for ice cream
and animals. Over the years he passed on many important lessons to each of them,
most notably to never quit when things get tough; to always take the high road,
no matter what; and it doesn’t matter who wins…as long as it’s a good
game. He was, above all, a good husband, father, and grandfather.
Shane is survived by his wife of 60
years, the former Margaret (Peggy) Lesemann of Charleston, SC, son Shane
Daniels, Jr. (Christie), daughter Lynne Murrell (John), grandchildren Hanna,
Shannon and John Murrell and Sara Daniels, and brothers Richard (Kristina) and
Kent (Patricia).
A memorial service will be held at
11:00am on December 17, 2022, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 1801 Baltic Avenue in
Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in his
name to the Parkinson’s Foundation, Plaza Volunteer Rescue Squad in Virginia
Beach, or your favorite animal charity.
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Maestas Chapel
1801 Baltic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-1112
(September 25, 1935 – November 6, 2022)
Oddino
Stanley Chiocchio of Lakeview, New Orleans passed away on Sunday, November 6,
2022. He was 87 years old. Stanley is survived by his adorable wife Caroline,
his two children Kate and Tommy, his son in law Jack Niemczuk, his grandchildren
Mallory and Ryan Niemczuk, and his niece and nephew Ainslee and Gordon Sullivan.
Stan was a graduate of Isidore Newman and the United States Naval Academy in
Annapolis, MD. He received his MBA from George Washington University. Most of
all, he liked flying helicopters and jets. He retired from the Navy in Norfolk,
VA and moved his family back to New Orleans. He said the food was a whole lot
better there. He worked in the oil field till it went bust and went on to sell
insurance. He was a born salesman because he loved to talk. After retiring a
second time, he became a physics teacher at his high school alma mater as well
as Our Lady of Holy Cross College. He just loved teaching kids. He loved
teaching so much that he became an assistant soccer and track and field coach
for his son Tommy. He really loved the Louisiana outdoors - being on the water,
whether it was sailing, hunting, or teaching his grandchildren the finer points
of catching fish. He was a true Who Dat and season ticket holder for many years.
Visitation
will be held Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at ten o'clock at Trinity Episcopal
Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130. The funeral will be in the
Chapel at 11 o'clock; please enter on Coliseum.
Lake
Lawn Metairie Funeral Home
5100
Pontchartrain Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70124
504-486-6331
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/new-orleans-la/oddino-chiocchio-11005196
Pauline Mary
Grocki (Wife of Chet Grocki (6th Co)) (11/10/22)
(OCTOBER 21, 1939 – SEPTEMBER 27, 2022)
Pauline M. Grocki was born in Bedford, England, on October
21, 1939. In her own words: “I lived, I loved, I laughed in Chatham, a place
that I have come to love. I cherished the people and friends that have been a
part of my life. Thank you all.” She died on September 27, 2022.
She leaves behind her beloved husband, Chet Grocki, son,
Christian Ryan, four grandchildren: Lily, Drew and Elizabeth of Chatham, and
Fred Hoxsie of New York. She was predeceased by her daughter, Victoria Ryan and
her brother, Nick O'Brien. She also leaves her sisters Frances D'Souza and Celia
Leach, and nieces Christa D'Souza and Heloise D'Souza, all of England. The
sisters and nieces are all from England. She also leaves her stepchildren Russ
& Alma Grocki of Hawaii, Janet & Terry Lynch of Connecticut, Tom &
Suzanne Grocki of Vermont, and Laurel Long of Pennsylvania and their 7 children
and 4 great grandchildren.
Visitation was held at Nickerson Funeral Home on 87
Crowell Road in Chatham on Friday, September 30th from 10-12PM with burial
at Union Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Habitat for
Humanity of Cape Cod.
Nickerson Funeral Home
87 Crowell Road
Chatham, MA 02633
508-945-1166
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/chatham-ma/pauline-grocki-10945598
James Dunkin Higgins, Jr. (17th Co) (11/7/22)
Update: 11/30/22
Obituary
Early
in the evening of November 4, 2022, James Dunkin Higgins, Jr. passed peacefully
from this life into the arms of our Lord in Heaven. He was surrounded by his
family, who loved him dearly, and who were his greatest passion in this life.
Jim was born in Memphis, TN, and was a 1958 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy.
He proudly served a distinguished 24+ year career, and was a decorated veteran
of the Vietnam War. There, Jim was a Naval Aviator, completing over 500 Carrier
landings (200 of which were at night). He completed his service with honor as a
Commander.
Following
his service and leadership in the Navy, Jimmy demonstrated his entrepreneurial
savvy, beginning his career as an outstanding and trustworthy Real Estate Agent
with Better Homes and Gardens Mason-Churchill Realty, then with ReMax, serving
Camarillo and greater Ventura County. He was an avid golfer and longtime member
of Las Posas Country Club, a wine enthusiast, and a purveyor of the occasional
fine cigar. All of these joys and experiences made up parts of Jimmy’s life,
but nothing defined him more than his favorite role as a family man.
The
day after graduating The Naval Academy, Jimmy married his beloved bride, Betty,
and in their more than 64 years of marriage, they became Dad and Mom to five,
and Papa and Nana to nine grandchildren. Jimmy has also been the deeply revered
patriarch to generations of his extended family. A true Southern gentleman in
every sense of the word, Jimmy was well-known for the very traits that seemingly
came most naturally to him: his kindness, generosity, wisdom, strength of
character and an Irish twinkle in his eyes that touched countless hearts and
lives.
Jim
and Betty were enthusiastic and adventurous travelers, soaking up various
cultures and experiences that were relived many times around the dinner table.
They have enjoyed an abundance of dear, lifelong friends and a consistent flow
of new ones, because they are such true friends themselves. Godspeed Jim, Jimmy,
Dad, Papa. We are deeply saddened by your earthly passing, but profoundly
grateful for your Heavenly presence. Your extraordinary life of love and grace
will continue to impact our family for generations to come.
With
a bit of “creative license”, “O Jimmy boy, the pipes, the pipes are
calling From glen to glen and down the mountainside The summer's gone and all
the roses falling 'Tis you, 'tis you must go and I must bide But come ye back
when summer's in the meadow Or all the valley's hushed and white with snow 'Tis
I'll be here in sunshine or in shadow O Jimmy boy, O Jimmy boy, I love you so”
Jim
is preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Elizabeth; his brother,
Harry; his sister, June Rea; his brothers-in-law, Jack, Gene, and Arthur; and
his nieces and nephews, Jack, Steve, Bruce, and Marylou. He is survived by his
wife Betty; his brother, Mike, and sisters, Beth, Harriet, Kathy, and Maureen;
his sisters-in-law, Mary and Beverly; his children, Lance, Doug, Jay, Mary Beth,
and Annie; his son and daughters-in-law, Tom, Shannon, and Meg; his
grandchildren, Kenya, Nicholas, Emily, Cooper, Madison, Joey, Avery, Evan, and
Luke. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews who viewed him as a
guiding light to be carried forward.
The
family is hosted a Celebration of Life on Sunday, November 20, from 12 - 3 pm,
at Las Posas Country Club, located at 955 Fairway Drive • Camarillo, CA 93010.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully asks that you consider a donation in
Jimmy’s name to either St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or
Alzheimer’s Research.
Peter Jokanovich (12th Co) (10/25/22)
From Gordo:
I am
sure that name rings a bell...our class' super tight end.
I
received the following from 12th Company's excellent CR, Bud Manazir:
Just contacted by Pete’s daughter, Christina. She tells me that Pete has been cremated. He desired no funeral and no memorial. His ashes will combined with Delia’s.
Gordo
Terrance Byrne Magrath (24th Co) (10/21/22)
Obituary
Terrence
Byrne Magrath (June 25, 1936 ~ October 20, 2022)
Terrence Byrne Magrath passed away at
home, surrounded by family and friends, on October 20th, 2022 after a four-year
battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He fought to the end with
characteristic determination and bravery.
Terry was born on July 25th, 1936, in
Upper Darby, PA to the late Dr. Joseph Magrath and Frances Eveler Montgomery. He
graduated from Malvern Prep in Pennsylvania and attended the Bullis School in
Silver Spring, MD. In 1954 he was admitted to the United States Naval
Academy. Terry served as the Chief Engineer of the In-house Radio Station
“WRNV” and as the President of the Physics Club.
Upon his graduation from Annapolis,
Terry was commissioned into the Air Force in 1958, and shortly after he married
Marilyn Grey, RN. Together they had two children, Kelly Anne and Michael Joseph.
Terry was a devoted father, Kelly and Michael brought much joy to his life.
He attended Air Force flight school and
earned his wings in 1959. He was selected to become a flight instructor and
spent the next five years training student-pilots in everything from aviation
basics to advanced fighter tactics, first at Greenville, Mississippi, and later
at Williams Air Force Base, (AKA “Willie”) in Chandler, Arizona. Terry was a
natural aviator and was assigned special missions that only an expert pilot
could accomplish. These included training NATO allies, flying F-101 Voodoo
fighters during the Cuban Missile Crisis, demonstrating the capabilities of the
new supersonic T-38/F-5 jet to our allies, and conducting sensitive missions
vital to national security in the Far East. The nation owes Terry a debt of
gratitude for his faithful service to freedom and democracy.
After the Air Force, he earned an MS in
Industrial Administration from Carnegie Mellon University and joined US Steel as
Assistant to the President of Universal-Atlas Cement. Shortly thereafter he was
transferred to Wall Street to become an investment manager for US Steel’s
substantial pension fund.
In 1968, Terry was invited by Ned
Johnson to join Fidelity Management & Research’s Investment Management
Services in Boston. Terry was a forerunner in promoting the benefits of
international asset allocation in light of Modern Portfolio Theory. He found
much success marketing associated products to institutional and corporate
pension clients. He also worked to establish and expand Fidelity’s overseas
business, including helping to open and expand the London and Tokyo offices. His
contributions were essential to Fidelity International’s early and rapid
growth.
In 1972, Terry married Katherine
Busboom and they moved into an iconic seaside house in Marblehead, MA where they
were generous hosts to family and friends. In 1982, Terry and Katherine founded
ValueQuest, Ltd., a private investment management company headquartered in
Marblehead. They were pioneers in international value-oriented public
equity investing for pension funds. They successfully ran the company for twenty
years.
In the late 1980s, Terry served as
Chairman of the Board of the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem and helped guide the
local museum to become an institution of international acclaim. Terry also
served as Chairman of the Harbors and Waters Board of Marblehead, MA for ten
years.
In the mid-90s, Terry served as
Chairman of the Board of AtlantiCare Medical Center in Lynn, MA serving a
population of 80,000, mostly blue-collar workers or recent immigrants. During a
tumultuous time in healthcare, he positioned the hospital for a successful
merger with North Shore Medical Center and Partners Health (now Mass General
Brigham), one of the very top institutions in the country, thus securing the
continuation of hospital care in the cities of Salem and Lynn. He went on to
chair the NSMC Board and to serve on the Partners Board.
During this period, Terry’s daughter
Kelly suffered several brain hemorrhages resulting from a pre-natal aneurysm.
While little was known about her condition, Terry’s swift action and
commitment to providing her with the best medical care available saved her life
and gave her an additional thirty years beyond what could have been expected at
the time. Terry was steadfast in his attentive care of her until she finally
passed away in 2012.
Terry was an avid sailor and his
passion was Gesina, his 49-foot Hinckley yawl. He and Katherine sailed
extensively with family and friends, from Maine to the Caribbean, for twenty
years. He was also on the Board of the Corinthian Yacht Club in Marblehead where
they were regular participants in the club’s cruises. In the early 2000s
they retired to Naples, where Katherine sadly passed after a long battle with
cancer.
In 2008, Terry went on a blind date
with Patrice McKenney. They married over a year later and moved to Switzerland
for Patrice’s work. While living in Nyon, they traveled throughout
Europe enjoying the unique life of expatriates. It was a beautiful
start to a very happy marriage. They returned to Naples in 2012 to their home in
Grey Oaks where Terry played golf and enjoyed friends at the dog park with their
two collies.
With his generosity of spirit,
authenticity, sense of humor, and enormous love of life, Terry impacted so many
people for the better and he will be sincerely missed.
Terry is survived by his wife, Patrice
Magrath, her sons, Michael Patrick and Brian Costelloe and Brian’s wife Sasha
Sibilla. He is also survived by his son, Michael Joseph, his wife Adria,
and their daughter Magdalene Grey Magrath. Terry was predeceased by his
daughter Kelly Anne Magrath in 2012.
The family thanks everyone at McKenney
Home Care for their support and help in making his final months comfortable.
Also sincere thanks to Avow Hospice who provided expertise as well as
loving care in the final days.
Memorial services and Celebration of
life for family and friends will take place at Fuller Funeral Home, 1625 Pine
Ridge Road, Naples FL 34105 from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm on October 29, 2022. There
will be a celebratory luncheon at 1:30pm at Naples Yacht Club for those in
attendance.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be
sent to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. For online condolences, please
visit www.fullernaples.com.
Fuller Funeral Home Pine Ridge
1625 Pine Ridge Road
Naples, FL 34109
https://www.fullernaples.com/tributes/Terrence-Byrne-Magrath
Wayne Edwin Pulling (13th Co) (10/20/22)
After a period struggling through lung cancer, Wayne Pulling
of Blounts Creek, North Carolina, passed into heaven on March 26, 2022.
Wayne was born on April 25, 1936, in Union City, Pennsylvania
to parents Kennith and Eileen Pulling.
He is survived by his wife; Norma Pulling, children; Scott
Pulling, Lisa Pulling, Eric Pulling and Tom Peters, grandchildren; Mikelle
Pulling, Alexandra Pulling, Tiago Iturbe and Keenan Pulling, brother; Richard
Pulling.
Wayne graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1958 with his
degree in Aeronautical Engineering. He served as a naval aviator for twenty
years, retiring in 1978. He continued with a civilian career as a Program
Manager until retiring from Northrup Grumman in 1999. Wayne had many interests
and was active in many hobbies, including woodworking, trains, gardening and
loved his YOGA!
Wayne’s request is to have his remains spread into Lake
Erie. Memorial service will be held in the future near his childhood home of
Northeast, Pennsylvania.
James Alexander Kenney (6th Co) (10/03/22)
Update 10/05/22:
Captain James Alexander Kenney, United States Navy, 87, of
Hollywood, SC, peacefully entered the care of our Lord on Saturday, Oct 1, 2022.
Son of the late Mary O’Brien & James E. Kenney of Holyoke, MA,
he was born November 27, 1934, attended Holyoke HS and graduated from the US
Naval Academy, (USNA) with the great Class of '58! He married Danielle Sullivan,
of Granby, CT in 1959, earned his Navy Wings of Gold and went on to defend
his country for over thirty years. He was the ultimate Patriot!
Jim flew many types of aircraft, including the A-1 Skyraider
before transitioning to the A-7 Corsair II as a plankowner with the
“Argonauts” of VA-147. As Commanding Officer (CO), he skippered the famous
VA-27 “Royal Maces” to distinction in the waning days of the Vietnam
conflict. He completed six combat deployments to Southeast Asia and amassed over
1000 carrier landings. Before his assignment to Commander, Mine Warfare
Command in Charleston, SC in 1982, he was a Battalion Officer at the US Naval
Academy and CO of the USNA Preparatory School (NAPS) in Newport, RI. Jim retired
in 1988 from his last command at Naval Base Charleston.
During his very distinguished service, he was the recipient of
many military awards, most notable were the; Legion of Merit, Meritorious
Service Medal (3 awards), Air Medal (13 awards, 1 individual, 12 Strike/Flight), Navy
and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2 awards, 1 with Combat "V" for
Valor); Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2 awards, 1 with Combat
"V" for Valor) and numerous other personal and unit awards.
Upon his retirement, Jim opened West Ashley Property
Management (WAPM), a service needed due to Naval Base Charleston closure, which
Jim heroically fought to keep the base open throughout the '90's. He was a
life member of many organizations, his favorites being Bachman's Battery,
Military Order of the World Wars, the Naval Academy Alumni Association and the
"Red River Rats", a Vietnam-era military aviator's association.
Besides his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his brother,
Edward Kenney (Lucille) and sister, Mary Deleva (Joe). He is survived
by his loving wife Danielle of 63 years, his sister Margaret Randall (Richard),
and his adored children; Suzanne Zecchin (Todd), from Annapolis, MD., and
Danielle Cartuccio, James Kenney, Jr. and Patrick Kenney; four
grandchildren, Danielle Connick, Jake Cartuccio (Krista), Ryan Kenney,
Breland Kenney; and four great grandchildren, Isabella and Cameron Connick and
Kaylie & Giana Cartuccio, all of Charleston. He will also be truly
missed by his beloved sibling in-laws, nieces and nephews and an abundant number
of friends.
The family will receive friends on Friday, October 7, 2022, from
4-7PM at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home on Bees Ferry Rd, SC.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on
Saturday, October 8, 2022 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 4255 SC-165 in
Meggett on Yonges Island, South Carolina. Military Burial will be
held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at the Beaufort National Cemetery
in Beaufort, SC.
Gordo
David Anthony Wier (13th Co) (10/02/22)
David Anthony Wier of Rochester New York died peacefully on July 26,2022 at the age of 85. He is survived by his son, Matthew, a registered nurse, currently living in Portland Oregon. Matt is the son of David’s 1959 marriage to Peggy Ann Wier. He and his wife Michelle will soon be relocating to Burlington, Vermont. David is also survived by his sister Susan Zoltewicz of South Carolina and was the beloved uncle of his nieces Jennifer Swygert and Joanna Zoltewicz and his nephew John Zoltewicz Jr.
David brought joy and laughter to his holiday visits to South Carolina. Family was his special focus. He kept in touch and phoned often. His second marriage in 1982 was to Patricia Drew in Rochester. Their strong friendship lasted throughout the years. Brad Weeks was his stepson and a good friend. David was born in California in 1936 to Henry Robert Wier, a Naval Officer, and Ester Alberti, an author of childrens’ books.
David graduated from the United
States Naval Academy in 1958 and served 4 years in the Marine Corps. He attended
the Washington University School of Law and in 1966 began his career as an
antitrust attorney with the Donovan Leisure Law firm in New York city. Recruited
by Kodak in Rochester in 1974, he rose to deputy general counsel until his
retirement in 1999. Afterwards, he worked part time as Senior Antitrust Counsel
with Harter, Secrest & Emery. Over the years that he lived in Rochester,
David lived in numerous houses and felt an attachment to many of them. He often
took visitors on drives, pointing out his former homes. A music lover, David had
an extensive CD collection and impressive sound system. He collected fine art
and oriental rugs. David especially enjoyed frequenting his favorite
restaurants. He loved his family and friends, showing a great gift of
generosity. He will be missed by many.
William George Forhman (11th Co) (9/27/22)
(August 14, 1935 - September
23, 2022)
From Gordo;
These get extra hard for me to do when I knew the departed particularly
well. Bill and I were in the same company and I visited him and Sharon on a
couple of occasions...played with his Thompson Submachine Gun.
Bill died at home on 23 Sept 2022 from complications
with Dementia. He is being cremated and will be inurned at Mound Hill Cemetery
in Eaton, Ohio on 28 October with full military honors.
email: [email protected].
Updated 10/11/22
Obituary
Lieutenant
Colonel William G. Fohrman (USAF) of New Lebanon, Ohio went to be with the Lord
on September 23, 2022. Bill was born in mid Minnesota and raised on a 200 acre
farm. He had a wonderful childhood filled with great love from his parents and
other family members. He lived in relative paucity on this farm, horse drawn
farm equipment and no electricity; he grew up without electricity. When he came
home from the Naval Academy at age 18, they finally had converted to
electricity. This would be in the early 1950’s!
He did not care for farming, loved cars and airplanes, but knew due to their
lack of funds, his future was so unsure; however, when he was seventeen, he had
an odd opportunity to attend Annapolis Naval Academy. It was an extremely
difficult time for him while attending the academy. The 11th Company he was in
at the academy underwent bullying and hazing, causing many young men to quit the
academy. Bill vallied his way through the four years, but he did not enjoy the
sea nor being in boats. He had always pictured himself a pilot. After the
academy, he signed up with the U.S. Air Force and immediately was sent to pilot
training.
The type of work and positions he held during his time in the Air Force followed
him into retirement. He continued his education by acquiring a masters degree in
Public Administration. His major occupation focus during his active duty was in
Configuration Management. He was assigned to Wright-Patterson AFB. There he
became a Director of Configuration and Data Management for the Aeronautical
Equipment System Program Office. He was originally assigned as director of the
460 person Aeronautical Systems Division (ASD) Mission Support Directorate. He
formed the Deputy for Support consisting of Acquisition Logistics, Test and
Evaluation, and Configuration/Data Management Directorates after serving as
Director of Configuration and Data Management for all of Aeronautical Systems
Division (ASD). During his Air Force career, he published an article on
Configuration Management in the Defense Management Review and he was a
contributing writer to the Configuration Management Tutorial Text.
He served as Air Force Command Pilot and flew 35 combat missions to Viet Nam. He
retired at the rank of Lt. Colonel after 20 years of service.
After retirement, he held a position with Systran Corporaton of Dayton as a
Principal Investigator for the Air Force Wright Aeronautical Laboratory. He
developed a unique system development methodology, provided hardware and
software configuration management expertise, and developed new technical
documentation standards. He continued into retirement his work experience with
the Air Force. He retired in 1997.
There is a veritable, interesting bottom line to Bill’s Annapolis post
graduate life. He was embittered about his academy experience, but in the early
90’s an academy classmate and Bill began internet messaging. This encouraged
Bill to attend 1958 Class Reunions which he enjoyed tremendously, especially by
once again meeting many of his classmates. Bill was continually giving lifelong
credits to those classmates that offered tutorial help for him. He never, never
forgot these classmates. Attending the reunions continued until he was unable to
do it. It resolved so much for him, he even wore his Naval Academy ring until
died.
Getting into personhood, Bill was a man of a multitude of talents: Skilled at
playing the trumpet, expert auto mechanic, award winning of restoration of
antique auto, inventor, innovator, gunsmith, gun collector, published writer,
supportive, loving father and grandfather, husband of Fifty-five years!
Preceded by his parents, Stanley E. & Martha Mae (Freeman) Fohrman;
son-in-law, Albert “Butch” Stanifer.
Family & Friends Gathering will be held at 12:00 P.M., Friday, October 28,
2022 at Concord Church, 2225 Concord
Fairhaven Road, Eaton, Ohio with Jerry Price officiating. Inurnment will be held
at 3:00 P.M., Friday, October 28, 2022 at Mound Hill Cemetery on Camden Road
across from Ft. St. Clair in Eaton, Ohio with Military Honors provided by the
Wright Patterson Air Force Base Honor Guard. Arrangements entrusted to Barnes
Funeral Home, 220 E. Main St., Eaton, Ohio. Condolences via www.barnesfuneralhome.com.
Barnes Funeral Homes, Inc. –Eaton
20 East Main Street
Eaton, OH 45320
(937) 456-1111
Charles Thacher Pinkham (4th Co) (9/15/22)
Charles
“Charlie” Thacher Pinkham, 88 of Winchester, VA passed away Wednesday,
September 14, 2022 peacefully at his home after a heroic battle with Alzheimers.
Charlie
is survived by his wife Jan, daughter, Debbie Torrance of Winchester, VA,
Overland Park, KS; son, Scott(Edie) of Bozeman, MT; 5 grandchildren,
Angie, Winston, Zak, Nick, Taylor; 11 great grandchildren; sister, Annabelle
Miller of Conover, NC; brother, Carlos Pinkham of Northfield, VT.
He
is preceded in death by his parents and brother, David Pinkham.
A
celebration of Charlie’s life will be on Saturday 9/24 @ 11:00 am at Omps
Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.
Omps
Funeral Home & Cremation Center
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Wayne Emery Scott , Jr. (16th Co) 9/13/22
Update
10/13/22: Wayne's
Funeral will begin at the USNA Chapel on 8 November at 1030. It will continue at
the Columbarium (provide your own transportation) and wind up with lunch at the
Club. Patty will need a head count for those intending to attend the club.
Please inform her ([email protected]) or
me nlt 1 Nov with head count.
Gordo
Obituary
Wayne E. Scott, Jr., died on September 12, 2022
in Baltimore, MD. He was 87 years old.
Wayne was born in Pontiac, Michigan, on December
24, 1934, to Wayne and Audra Scott. He graduated from Pontiac High School in
1953 and attended Michigan State Normal College for a year before entering the
US Naval Academy as a member of the 16th Company with the Class of 1958.
After graduating with distinction, Wayne was
assigned to USS CARPENTER (DDE-825) in Pearl Harbor. His next stop was Submarine
School, from which he was one of 9 officers chosen to go directly to Advanced
Nuclear Power School, bypassing diesel submarine experience and testing the
feasibility of earning one’s dolphins on a nuclear powered submarine. He first
served on USS SKATE (SSN-578), with a visit to the North Pole in 1962. After
submarine qualification, he was assigned to the pre-commissioning crew of USS
NATHAN HALE (SSBN-623)(Gold) and participated in 3 deterrent patrols. After
earning the qualification to become “Engineer Officer on a Nuclear Powered
Ship,” he served for 2 patrols as Navigator and Operations Officer on USS SAM
RAYBURN (SSBN-635)(Blue). Family considerations caused him to resign his active
commission, but he remained serving in the Naval Reserves: the Naval Air Reserve
Systems Analysis Unit, the Navy Command Center support unit, and the
Pentagon’s submarine support unit. He retired as a Captain, USNR, with “34
years in uniform.”
Leaving the Navy, Wayne moved to the D.C. area
where he spent about 15 years working with several consulting firms. Principle
among them was Logistics Management Institute, a Department-of-Defense-captive
think tank, where he served as a Research Fellow and Director of Data
Processing. He took a Masters in Business Administration degree from American
University in 1972. Ultimately he settled at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission,
where he worked in quality assurance and maintenance areas of their oversight of
the nation’s commercial nuclear power plants. In 2004, after 20 years with the
NRC, he retired and they moved to Baltimore.
Wayne is survived by his wife of 40 years,
Patricia Muldowney Scott, daughters Elizabeth Nelson and Meghan D’Angelo, and
sons John Scott, Michael Scott, and Robert Watters, as well as by 12
grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Interment will be in the Naval Academy
Columbarium and a memorial service is tentatively scheduled to be held at the
Naval Academy Chapel on November 7, 2022 at 2:00pm.
Dr.
Zack T. Pate, 86, passed away of heart failure on September 4, 2022. He was a
graduate of Leesburg High School of Leesburg, Georgia, the United States Naval
Academy (Class of 1958), and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (PhD,'70). He
was recognized for a lifetime of outstanding and continuing meritorious service
in support of the Navy, the submarine force, and the nuclear power industry.
Dr.
Pate served the Navy with great distinction for over 22 years of commissioned
service. Subsequently, he served for over four decades in an influential
leadership role as a champion for industrial nuclear power plant safety. He made
contributions of extraordinary value to the nation and the entire world.
His
life story is one of pursuing excellence and boldly assuming the highest
responsibilities of command and citizenship, initially in his Navy career and
then in leading two major civilian organizations. He shaped them into positions
of impact in the global nuclear energy industry.
He
commanded USS SUNFISH (SSN 649), earned his Doctorate in Nuclear Engineering
from MIT. CAPT Pate was early selected for Navy Captain and was personally
chosen by the Chief of Naval Operations to be the Prospective Commanding Officer
of the USS OHIO (SSBN 726), the first new class of ballistic missile submarines.
When the construction of the OHIO was delayed, CAPT Pate was selected by Admiral
Hyman Rickover to serve on the Naval Reactors team.
In
the wake of the Three Mile Island Incident in 1979, the commercial nuclear power
industry established the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO). It's
mission is to promote the highest levels of safety and reliability in the
operation of commercial nuclear power electricity generating plants. With
Admiral Rickover's support, Dr. Pate retired from active Navy service in 1980 to
join INPO as Chief of Staff for INPO's CEO, Vice Admiral Dennis Wilkinson, USN
(Ret.) With a PhD from MIT (and a thesis written on nuclear safety, his personal
passion), he possessed the gravitas and drive to establish standards of
excellence for an entire private sector industry. Dr. Pate took the helm at INPO
in 1984 where his vision, energy, and selfless efforts led to the U.S. being
recognized as the gold standard for nuclear plant safety and reliability. After
the Chernobyl nuclear accident in 1986, he repeated that success in playing a
key role in the founding of the World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO).
Dr.
Pate retired from INPO in 1998. He had led the commercial U.S. nuclear power
industry from being an international laggard to a world leader. He received
multiple awards in the industry and was elected a member of the prestigious
National Academy of Engineering for "promoting and achieving significant
improvements in the safe and reliable operation of nuclear power plants
worldwide." He also received the William S. Lee Award for Industry
Leadership and the Henry DeWolf Smyth Nuclear Statesman Award. Following his
retirement from INPO and during his chairmanship of WANO, he served on many
industry associations and boards.
Dr.
Pate was an avid sportsman, outdoorsman, and pilot. He savored time with friends
hunting game around the world and at his shooting club, Burge. A precise
marksman, gardener and conservationist, Dr. Pate relished his time in God's
creation.
Dr.
Pate was the son of Zack and Maxine Kearse Pate of Leesburg, Georgia. His
sister, Clairose Brannen, predeceased him. Dr. Pate is survived by a nephew, Sam
Brannen; and a niece, Laura Brannen. Dr. Pate was deeply devoted to his wife,
Bettye B. Pate, to whom he was married 63 years, residing in Atlanta for over 40
years.
In
lieu of flowers, Dr. Pate's family asks that gifts in his memory be given to the
organization that meant the most to him: World Association of Nuclear Operators
(WANO)
700 Galleria Parkway SE
Atlanta, GA 30339
ATTN: Kris Straw
There
will be a graveside service this Saturday, September 10, 2022, at 2 PM in
Albany, Georgia. The family will receive friends Saturday, September 10, 2022,
from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM at Kimbrell-Stern Funeral Directors. The Kimbrell-Stern
Funeral is handling arrangements. A celebration of life will be held at the
Church of the Apostles, 3585 Northside Parkway, Atlanta, Georgia, on Tuesday,
September 20, 2022, at 11:00 AM.
Update: 9/16/22: A memorial service will be
held at Sauls Funeral Home, 90 Simmonsville Road, Bluffton, SC on Saturday,
October 1, 2022. Visitation will be from 3:00-4:00, and the service will be from
4:00-5:00. Inurnment will be at Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, VA
at a later date.
Obituary
Mr.
Westphal was born in Hampton, Virginia April 18, 1936 and graduated from Fork
Union Military Academy in 1954. He received an appointment to the United
Stares Naval Academy and graduated with the Class of 1958. He was
commissioned a Second Lieutenant, United States Marine Corps upon graduation
from the Naval Academy.
Subsequent staff and command assignments took him to Camp Lejeune, North
Carolina, Marine Barracks, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and the 3rd Marine
Division in Vietnam, where he served as a company commander. He returned
to Marine Corps Base, Quantico, Virginia and participated in the development of
the equipment maintenance management system. He returned for a second tour
in Vietnam, serving as the division engineer and executive officer of the 11th
Engineer Battalion. He then attended the U.S. Naval War College in Newport,
Rhode Island. He became the Marine Officer Instructor at the Illinois
Institute of Technology, Chicago, Illinois. He returned to Headquarters,
Marine Corps in 1974, where he served as Head, Facilities Maintenance Section.
His final assignment was as the Deputy Director of the Defense Mapping School,
Ft. Belvoir, Virginia, retiring in 1978 as a Lieutenant Colonel.
Mr. Westphal worked in the defense industry for 30 years, providing management
services and performing staff duties in Navy Headquarters. He was the
Requirements Officer for aircraft safety systems in the Air Warfare Division of
OpNav. He worked for the Surveys and Investigative Staff of the House
Appropriations Committee, U.S. House of Representatives. He also worked as
an operations manager in commercial renovation and construction.
His personal military decorations include two awards of the Bronze Star Medal
with combat V for meritorious service in combat, the Defense Meritorious Service
Medal, and the Combat Action Ribbon. He is trustee emeritus of the Board
of Trustees, Fork Union Military Academy. He is also a member of the Army
Navy Country Club, the United States Naval Academy Alumni and Athletic
Associations and the Fork Union Military Academy Alumni Association, where he
served as a past president.
He is survived by his sons: David W. Westphal of Houston, TX, James A. Westphal
of Beaufort, SC, Edward L. Westphal of Houston, TX and Eric P. Westphal of
Midlothian, VA. Also eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Donations may be made to Fork Union Military Academy, PO Box 278, Fork Union, VA 23055 Class of 1954 Scholarship Fund.
Albert
Louis Barbero (15th Co)
Update
12/21/22: .
Al will have full military honors
burial at Arlington National Cemetery on 9 January 2023 at 0900. Request is that
attendees with vehicles arrive 45 min ahead of schedule.
Obituary
Albert
Louis Barbero, Col USAF (ret), of Pinehurst, passed away peacefully Wednesday,
August 24, 2022 at his home, he was 88 years old. Albert was born in Haledon, NJ
on June 14, 1934, to Albert Barbero and Mary Lanza Barbero. Al graduated from
Central High School in Paterson, NJ, attended Rutgers University on an ROTC
scholarship for two years prior to his nomination to the United States Naval
Academy. Upon graduation from the Academy in 1958, Al was commissioned a 2LT in
the United States Air Force. Over the next 26 years Al served in a variety of
flying and command and staff assignments as a Radar Navigator in B-52G,
Executive Office and Navigator for the C-123 “Candlesticks” in Vietnam with
over 120 Night Combat Missions and 470 Combat Hours, Vice Wing Commander, 323d
Flying Training Wing, Mather AFB, Deputy Military Assistant to Secretary of the
Air Force and as Chief of Air Force Legislative Liaison Program Office. During
his Air Force career, Al also attended Air Command and Staff College, NATO
Defense College, George Washington University for his Master in Engineering and
Auburn University where he received a Master’s in Business Administration.
Upon retirement from the Air Force in 1984, Al became the Director of Washington
Operations for Sunstrand Aerospace Company in the Washington DC office working
Air Force and Congressional issues for the company.
In 2001, Al and his wife Mary moved to Pinehurst, the retirement location he
selected back in 1960 when they were stationed at Seymour Johnson AFB,
Goldsboro, NC. He sang with the Golf Capital Chorus and was a member of the Tin
Whistles. Together they enjoyed the golf, atmosphere and friendliness of the
community. In 2006, after the sudden passing of his wife Mary of 48 years, he
continued his time playing golf, enjoyed attending the Met Opera events shown at
the Southern Pines Theater, listening to the Carolina Philharmonic, embraced the
time he shared with his children and grandchildren, attended Navy Football games
to visit friends and classmates of “58 is Great”, passionately followed his
beloved NY Yankees, and reconnected with his high school sweetheart Flo Bitowf.
Albert is survived by his son, COL (USA Ret) Michael P. Barbero and his wife,
Vicki of Pinehurst, NC; his daughter, Tracey A. Pearson and her husband, Daniel,
of Granite Bay CA; his grandchildren Mary Graham and her husband Kent, Michael
Barbero II and Jonathan Pearson; and his great-grandchildren Gunnar and Emersyn
Graham.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, September 12, 2022 11:00 AM at
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Pinehurst. Interment will be in Arlington
National Cemetery at a later date. The family will receive friends Sunday,
September 11, 2022 from 6-8 PM at Boles Funeral Home in Pinehurst. In lieu
flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
or the American Diabetes Association.
Services are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Pinehurst.
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Richard Edward Keefe (4th Co) (8/25/22)
Richard
E. Keefe (Dick) passed away from complications from Alzheimer’s on April 22,
2022. He entered USNA from New
Jersey and graduated near the top of his Class of 1958 as a member of the 4th
company. Dick was commissioned in
the Air Force and attended tech school at Lowry AFB, CO where he graduated as a
Nuclear Weapons Officer in 1959. He
resigned his commission while stationed in the UK. .
Richard
graduated from law school and served in the US Justice Department for a while
before moving to Seattle, WA. He
married Elaine in December, 1963.
Dick had a very successful career as a partner in a law firm in the
Seattle area. His last residence was
Friday Harbor, WA which is on an island northwest of Seattle.
Richard is survived by Elaine who has downsized to a condo in Seattle and
three sons and a number of grandchildren.
I last saw Dick in 1959 at Lowry AFB while attending the same tech school
that he did.
Harold Martin Donahoe, Jr. (21st Co) (8/14/22)
From Marty's Daughter
My father died last week in the memory care unit of the hospital in which he lived for the last two years in Salt Lake City. In view of the advanced stage of his Alzheimer's affliction we all considered his passing to be a blessing. Obituary to follow,
Alice Mott Criswell (Wife of Phil Criswell (4th Co) (8/8/22)
Alice
Criswell passed away on August 1, 2022, in Leesburg, Virginia.
Alice is
preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Walter Criswell; parents, Col. John
Winthrop Mott and Kelsey Martin Mott; and sisters, Kelsey Mott Riddell and
Melicey Mott Stoeppelwerth. Alice and Phillip are survived by sons Philip
(Dowling) and Andrew (Susan) and seven grandchildren.
Alice was
born April 12, 1935, in Fort Riley, Kansas and was the daughter of a US Anny
officer. She moved many times in her youth and often proudly noted that she
attended five different high schools including schools in Germany and France.
Alice
received a bachelor's degree in English Literature from The College of William & Mary, where she was a member of the Chi Omega sorority. Later she earned her master's degree in Library Science at Arizona State University. She married Phillip Criswell in June 1958 after his graduation from the United States Naval Academy. His military career afforded her more travel to various domestic posts, but her favorite - and longest - was England
After the birth of her two sons, Alice studied accounting at California
State University, earning her CPA. She worked in a variety of accounting and
financial analyst roles before accepting the professional role she relished,
which was as an Auditor and Inspector with the Central Intelligence Agency. Her
20+ year career with the Agency included compelling work, great friendships, and
frequent travel to fascinating foreign countries. Alice enjoyed painting,
genealogy, and - most of all - a good mystery show on the BBC.
Details of
Alice's burial at Arlington National Cemetery are pending.
Alice's family would like to thank the caregivers from Falcons Landing's Johnson Center, Life Matters (now part ofTheKey), and INOVA Loudoun Hospital who provided support and comfort to her over the past year. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Inova Loudoun Hospital (Donate to !nova Loudoun Hospital) and note Alice Criswell in the "Tribute Information" section.
See Obituary for Phil Criswell
Bruce Alden Holmberg (18th Co) (8/4/22)
From Lavonne Holmberg:
Bruce
died on 31 July. Plans are underway for Bruce’s funeral and
burial at Punchbowl. She and Bruce
had moved into a retirement community. Lavonne's
address is
Sandra Marie Elder Day (Wife of Chip Day 23rd Co) (8/4/22)
(August
20, 1936 - January 21, 2022)
Sandra
Marie Elder Day passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family and
friends. She was dedicated to her family and her community, serving in many
volunteer and leadership roles throughout her life, the last 50 years of which
were in San Diego. She was a champion of women's rights and public education. A
graduate of both Stanford (1958) and Radcliffe (1959), she was an avid reader,
traveler, food lover, social commentator, and theater goer. She is survived by
her 3 children (Rosemarie, Chapin, and Roby), their spouses (Steve, Elena and
Dawn), and 8 grandchildren (Kate, Andrew, Ellie, Rue, Sophia, Jasper, Jordan,
and Jackie). She was predeceased by her husband, Chapin Walker Day, Jr. Burial
will be with him at Miramar National Cemetery. A memorial service will be held
in February. Please consider a donation in her honor to the American Association
of University Women.
Published
by San Diego Union-Tribune on Feb. 6, 2022.
See Obituary for Chapin Walker Day
Loretta Silver Burden (Wife of Dave Burden (19th Co) ) (7/13/22)
Loretta (Lori) Silver Burden went home to be forever with her savior Jesus Christ on July 6 at age 85. Lori was born to Elbert and Bessie Mae Silver in Rossville, Georgia on June 21, 1937. She was married to David Greer Burden on March 21, 1959. She joins sister Myra (Mimi) Burden in Heaven and is survived by her brother Randy A. Silver of Signal Mountain, TN. She also leaves behind her spouse David, of Williamsburg, Virginia, and their two daughters, Dana B. Charbonneau of Inman, SC and Kelley B. Miller of Landrum, SC, along with five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Lori had a way of making all events (birthdays, Christmas, Easter, etc.) magical. She always went over the top with her efforts to make her family feel special. She loved beauty in all things… God’s creation, a well-set table, a Christmas Tree. She loved learning, especially about her Lord. She will be missed by all who knew her.
John Aubrey Chrisman, Jr. (1st C0) 7/3/22
The Rev. John A. “Jack” Chrisman, Jr.
Oct. 18, 1933 - June 23, 2022Oct. 18, 1933 -
June 23, 2022
SARASOTA - It is with sadness that we announce the death of the Rev. John A. “Jack” Chrisman, Jr., on Thursday, June 23, 2022.
Fr. Chrisman served as an Assisting Priest
at St. Boniface, Siesta Key (2004-2014). He and his wife Donna came to St.
Boniface in 2004 following his retirement. Fr. Chrisman also held the rank of
Captain (Ret.) in the US Navy.
A service will be held at St. Boniface at later date with inurnment at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.
Melvin Arthur Runzo (10th Co) 7/3/22
Mel Runzo went to be with his Lord on June
20th, 2022. He was 86 years old when he died unexpectedly from a fall and
subsequent bout with COVID. Mel was born in 1935 in Zelienople, Pa. and later
upon graduation from Mesa High School in Mesa Az. accepted an appointment to
attend the United States Naval Academy. He graduated from the USNA in 1958. He
then attended flight school and became a helicopter pilot. Several years later
while stationed in Norfolk, Va., Mel met his soul mate, best friend, and future
wife, Tinker Barker. Stationed mainly on the east coast, in Norfolk and
Washington DC, Mel served his country for 27 years, rising to the rank of
Captain.
For all the accomplishments and accolades Mel
received while in the navy, if you asked him what he is most proud of, his
answer would be his relationship with Jesus Christ. A close second would be that
he wasa good husband and father to Tinker and his son Chris, respectively.
Always smiling, with never a bad word to say
about anyone, Mel loved life and loved bringing joy to those around him. In
addition to his family, he loved Eastern Shore Chapel and his Peanut friends.
Mel found so much joy in the relationships made working at the Food pantry and
often spoke of the wonderful friendships he had formed while living at Atlantic
Shores Retirement Community. He also loved his grandchildren with every fiber of
his being.
Left to cherish memories of Mel are his son
Chris (Beth); his three grandchildren Aaron (Nikki), Dustin, and Ethan (Brooke);
his great grandchildren Elijah and Ruah; his sister Ann McCready; his
sister-in-law Corolla Runzo; his sister-in-law Barbara Hull; and his two nieces
Patty Bartneck and Peyton Von Hirsch.
The family would like to extend an incredible
thank you to all the nurses, doctors, and caregivers at Virginia Beach General
Hospital that tended to Mel during his stay. You were compassionate troughout.
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust the Lord with all your
heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths straight.
A funeral will be held for Mel at Eastern
Shore Chapel Episcopal Church on July 23, 2022 at 11am. A live-stream link of
Mel’s Celebration of Life service may be found at https://youtube/1q1OhipMcZI
.
In leu of flowers a donation may be made in Mel’s honor to the Eastern Shore Chapel food pantry.
John Otto Phillips, Jr. (6th Co) (6/12/22)
2812 Hillsboro Highway
Manchester, TN 37355
931-723-7774
https://centralfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/978/John-Phillips-Jr/obituary.html
George Walter Williams (2nd Co) (6/5/22)
Nov. 29, 1936-February 15, 2022
From Steve Barrett:
George
passed away in a hospice facility in Tucson, Arizona on 15 February 2022.
, Born Montpelier, Vermont. No services scheduled.
Roger Walter
Stallkamp (16 Co)
(5//30/22)
Roger Walter Stallkamp (Lt. Col. USAF, ret.), age
86, of Beavercreek, made his "Last Flight" on May 23, 2022, as a
result of complications from leukemia. He was born on Christmas Day, 1935, the
third of 3 sons born to Albert and Lucille Stallkamp, in Los Angeles, CA.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Leo and Lucille
Lindeman Stallkamp; daughter, Patricia; and brother Louis Stallkamp.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Anne Stallkamp; his
loving children, Karen (Gary) Rawson, Richard (Kathy) Stallkamp and Michael
(Beth) Stallkamp; eight grandchildren, Tracie, Brian, Kellie, James, Jason,
Alexa, Austin and Grace; his brother, John Stallkamp; and many other loving
family and friends.
Roger graduated from South Pasadena-San Marino High School in 1953 and
spent one year at Pasadena City College before entering the United States Naval
Academy, Class of 1958. Upon graduation, he accepted a commission in the US Air
Force and entered pilot training. With new wings pinned on, he completed the
Advanced Fighter Interceptor School program at Valdosta, GA. Due to a critical
demand for pilots in Strategic Air Command (SAC), the entire class of trained
fighter pilots were assigned to either bombers or tankers. He flew KC-97 and
KC-135 aircraft tankers before entering the USAF Test Pilot School, class of
69A. He was assigned to the Aeronautical Systems Division (ASD), Deputy of
Flight Test at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, doing “black box” testing. The
favorite aircraft he flew was the zero-G or “vomit comet” which, at the
time, tested everything that went into space including the astronauts. After a
tour in Southeast Asia, he returned to the Dayton area and completed a
master’s degree in Engineering Management from the University of Dayton. He
was assigned again to ASD, as division flight safety officer and subsequently as
chief of safety. As chief of the safety office, he was a member of the division
commander’s Executive Independent Review Team. He finished his Air Force
career at Systems Command Headquarters, Andrews AFB, MD, as systems safety
branch chief and deputy chief of safety for the command in 1979.
After retirement, he was hired by Hartzell Propeller Co. to establish
and run their field investigation department which involved aircraft accident
investigation and was the company focal point for product liability issues. He
participated in hundreds of aircraft accident investigations as a member of the
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation team and other foreign
investigative authorities worldwide. He taught propeller accident investigation
courses at FAA, NTSB, Transport Canada, and AAIB (Air Accidents Investigation
Branch-UK) training schools. He was certified as a propeller accident
investigation expert and testified at trial in both state and federal courts.
Visitation will be held on Friday, June 10, 2022, from 9:30am-10:30am,
at Queen of Apostles Community (QAC), 4435 E. Patterson Rd., Beavercreek. Mass
of Christian burial will be held immediately following the Visitation at the
church at 10:30am. Burial will be held after at Calvary Cemetery, Dayton.
James Daniel Campbell Jr. (11th Co) 5/28/22
(19
September 1934-19 May 2022)
James “Jim” Daniel Campbell, Jr.,
age 87, of Erie, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at Pleasant Ridge Manor.
He was born on September 19, 1934 in New York City, the son of the late James D.
Campbell, Sr. and Mary Irene Nethercott Campbell.
James was a 1953 graduate of Cathedral
Prep High School where he played football and was affectionately called
‘Moose”. He also attended the U.S. Naval Academy, Columbia University in
Washington D.C. and Gannon University, earning a degree in electrical
engineering. He was employed at General Electric for 38 years in Engineering
Management. James was very dedicated to his career which involved international
travel to all parts of the world to solve crane issues.
Jim and his loving wife Julia
“Judy” enjoyed 64 wonderful years of marriage. Together they had six
children. James is survived by three daughters, Denise Marie Campbell, of
Highmore, SD, Jeanne Patricia Campbell of Chevak, Alaska, Susan Eileen Campbell
of Cleveland, OH; three sons; James D. Campbell, III (Pamela) of Edinboro, PA,
Joseph Edward Campbell (Wendy) of Lake City, PA and John “Jack” Anthony
Campbell (Sheri) of Erie. James is further survived by ten grandchildren,
Michael and John Knockel, Bryan, Gabriel, Samuel, Danielle and Joshua Campbell,
and Keith (Adrienne), Janelle (Teresa) Wicks and Ani Trawles; and four great
grandchildren, Myles and Maya Walters and the newest twins, Cliodhna and Oisin
Wicks. James was preceded in death by two sisters; Virginia McGovern and Dorothy
Hosteter; and two brothers; Albert and James Sterling Campbell.
Those that met Jim, remembered him. He
was a large man, not just in height, but also in heart.
When his family was young James enjoyed
taking them camping but then as the family grew older they turned to boating.
His family and friends have shared many stories of their trips across Lake Erie.
How James could maneuver the Celtic C’s into that first boat stall is still a
wonder! James was a past Commodore, and a life-long member of the Presque Isle
Yacht Club. He and his family enjoyed the many friendships they made there. The
family would like to acknowledge the many years of special friendship with
Harold and Janet Eisert.
James was a member of St. Jude’s
Catholic Church.
Friends may call at the Burton Quinn
Scott Cremation and Funeral Services, Inc., West Ridge, 3801 W. 26th Street on
Tuesday from 3:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m, and are invited to attend a Mass of Christian
Burial on Wednesday (25 May) at 11:00 a.m at St. Jude Church 2801 W. 6th
Street, Erie, PA 16505. Burial to follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s
Church.
Send condolences to www.BurtonQuinnScott.com.
Burton Quinn Scott Cremation and
Funeral Services West Ridge
3801 W 26th St
Erie, PA 16506
https://www.burtonquinnscott.com/obituaries/obituary/james-campbell-jr
Julia Frances Power Campbell (5/28/22)
(14 December 1935- 11 June 2020)
Julia “Judy” Frances Power
Campbell, age 84, of Erie Pa. passed away on June 11, 2020 at 3:17 pm. Born
on December 14, 1935 in Oil City, she was the youngest of seven to the late
Maurice Anthony Power and Margaret Helen (Donaghey) Power.
Judy was a 1953 graduate of Strong
Vincent High School and attended Villa Maria College, earning a degree in
business education. She loved to sing. She was a meso soprano in high school and
college, and sang in every church she attended. Her good friend and former music
teacher Isabelle Phasey conducted a lady’s choir called the Enjoyables. As a
member of that choir Judy and the other ladies would practice and put on several
concerts a year for friends and family. Her passion for singing continued into
her 70's. Now there is a "new" voice that can be heard singing
in the heavenly choir!
Judy loved a puzzle, a game of
pinochle, a giant bowl of popcorn, watching professional basketball, sunny days
aboard the Lady Jane or Celtic C’s with her “Captain Jim” and late
nights gabbing with friends and family. The memories she created for and shared
with those who loved her will be cherished forever.
In addition to her parents, Judy was
preceded in death by siblings Mary Helen Brumbach, Clare Marie Aho, Maurice
Anthony Power Jr., Maureen Alice Haak, Margaret Ann Fogle and Jeanne Patricia
Stafford.
Judy is survived by her loving husband
of 64 years James Daniel Campbell Jr. of Erie Pa, and her 6 children Denise
Marie Campbell of Highmore, South Dakota; James Daniel Campbell III and wife
Pamela of Edinboro, Pa; Jeanne Patricia Campbell of Chevak, Alaska; Susan Eileen
Campbell of Cleveland, Ohio; Joseph Edward Campbell and wife Wendy of Lake City,
Pa and John Anthony Campbell and wife Sheri of Erie, Pa.
Judy’s iconic spunk, wit and sass
(Poor planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on mine) will never
be forgotten and has been appropriately passed down in her ten grandchildren,
Keith and wife Adrienne Walters, Janelle and wife Teresa Wicks, Ani Trawles,
Michael and John Knockel, Danielle, Bryan, Gabriel, Samuel and Joshua Campbell
along with two great grandchildren Maya and Myles Walters. This is all in
addition to the legendary mothering she provided to the entire neighborhood over
the years, well into the adulthood of many.
Memorials can be made to St Jude the
Apostle Catholic Church 2801 West 6th St. Erie, PA 16505.
Due to Covid-19, funeral services were
private. Arrangements were entrusted to Burton Quinn Scott Cremation &
Funeral Services, West Ridge 3801 West 26th St. Erie, PA 16506. Burial will take
place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Send condolences at www.burtonfuneralhomes.com
Burton Quinn Scott Cremation and
Funeral Services West Ridge
3801 W 26th St
Erie, PA 16506
https://www.burtonquinnscott.com/obituaries/obituary/julia-campbell
John Halm Galla (14th Co) (05 20/22)
John Halm Galla, MD (July
5, 1936 - May 19, 2022)
Jay’s
life was celebrated with the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am on Thursday
May 26th at St. Mary Church, Hyde Park where Jay and Leslie are longtime
parishioners.
3183 Linwood Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
(513)
321-0404
https://www.rohdefuneral.com/obituary/john-halm-galla-md
Margaret Egan Brooks (Wife of Charlie Brooks (17th Co)) (05/20/22)
From Charlie:
My wonderful wife, Peggy, succumbed to
cancer on Tuesday. Her obit follows.
Kent Beckwith Lawrence (16th Co)) (05/16/22)
Kent
Beckwith Lawrence of Boston and West Boothbay Harbor, Maine, died on May 12,
2022 in Boston from prostate cancer. He was 86 years old.
Kent
was born in Boston, the son of the late Dr. Richard W. and Mary (Peckham)
Lawrence. He attended schools in New England and Washington, and in 1958
graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis. The day after his graduation
he married his high school sweetheart, Erna MacLaughlin of Newport, R.I., in the
Naval Academy Chapel. Kent and Erna then embarked side by side as he pursued a
Navy career that lasted just over 20 years.
After
four years in destroyers, the remainder of Kent’s Navy assignments, both
afloat and ashore, involved the submarine service. He served in several subs,
and was commander of an attack submarine in the early 1970s. Overseas postings
were in London and in Ankara, Turkey. His family accompanied him to both foreign
stations, and they all greatly enjoyed the experience of living abroad.
After
retiring from the Navy in 1980 Kent returned to the Boston area and embarked on
a financial services career. For several years he was a stockbroker with E.F.
Hutton, and subsequently became a vice president at the Bank of Boston. In 1988
he joined Babson-United Investment Advisors as a senior investment counselor,
and remained with that firm until his retirement as vice president in 2003. Just
one year later he was diagnosed with aggressive, high-risk prostate cancer, and
decided to devote the remainder of his life volunteering for advocacy,
education, and support of other patients. For his leadership and service in
those efforts he was awarded by the American Cancer Society and the Cancer Hope
Network.
In
retirement Kent was also active in a wide variety of other organizations. He was
a volunteer docent at Boston’s Old North Church and at the Coastal Maine
Botanical Gardens. He also served with Discovering Justice, Boston’s nonprofit
civic education organization. For several years he was with the Massachusetts
Supreme Judicial Court as a Hearing Committee member of their Board of Bar
Overseers.
He
was a proprietor of the Boston Athenaeum, and an active member of several clubs,
including the Wardroom Club of Boston, the British Officers’ Club of New
England, the Harvard Travellers Club, and the Boston Committee on Foreign
Relations. An avid genealogist, he identified eight ancestors who had served our
nation’s cause during the Revolutionary War, and was a member of the Sons of
the American Revolution.
A
keen boating enthusiast, he started sailing offshore at the age of 15, and kept
a boat at his vacation home in Maine. He was an active member of both the
Boothbay Harbor and Down East Yacht Clubs. He earned a master’s license in the
U.S. Merchant Marine.
Kent
was an enthusiastic and dedicated Episcopalian with an abiding belief in the
love and power of God. He was a communicant and corporation/vestry member of
Christ Church, Boston (the Old North Church). He was also a governing board
member of All Saints by-the-Sea Episcopal Church near his summer home in Maine.
The
greatest joys in Kent’s life came from his loving wife Erna, his family, and
good friends. They all shared a bond together that grew ever stronger as years
went by. He also achieved much happiness from an eclectic assortment of
pleasures which included maritime art, antiques, and artifacts; the Rite One
Book of Common Prayer; history; New England; gourmet food; being out on the
water; positive attitudes; non-fiction books; snowstorms; Tanqueray martinis;
traditional clothing; seafood; railroad trains; Maine in July and August; Boston
in the other months; the music of Bach, Beethoven, and Handel; and of course the
Red Sox and Patriots.
Kent
is survived by Erna MacLaughlin Lawrence, his beloved wife and dearest friend
with whom he shared almost 64 years of joyous married life. Erna is retired from
a 22-year career at Deutsche Bank/Zurich-Scudder Investments where she was a
vice president. He also leaves a son, Richard M. Lawrence; a daughter, Kimberley
L. Byrd; and her husband Christopher M. Byrd. Additional survivors include five
grandchildren, his sister, and two nephews.
An
Episcopal Memorial Service with Holy Communion will be held at The Old North
Church in Boston on Saturday, May 28 at 10 a.m. There will also be a Memorial
Service this summer at All Saints-By-the-Sea in Southport, Maine. His ashes will
be inurned with Erna’s in the Columbarium at the United States Naval Academy
in Annapolis.
In
lieu of flowers, donations in Kent’s memory may be made to the Massachusetts
General Hospital Cancer Center, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA, 02114 or The Old North
Church, 193 Salem St., Boston, MA, 02113.
For
online condolences and/or directions, please visit: www.watermanboston.com.
Sarah
L Withers (Wife of Bill Withers (19th
Co))
JUNE
24, 1939 – APRIL 27, 2022)
Favorite
moments for the family were summers spent at the Bracken Camp at Pocono Lake
Preserve, Pennsylvania. Sally was adept at sewing (clothes, quilts), jewelry
making, knitting and crochet, and she sang in every choir at Episcopal and
Lutheran churches from Nebraska, in 1970, to Illinois in 2000. Sally also raised
4 amazing children while working as a bookkeeper over the years. She mastered
tennis, especially when she and Bill lived in Vero Beach, Florida.
650 W. Drake Rd.
Ft. Collins, CO 80526
970-482-3208
David Ross Ault (10th Co) (5/1/2/22)
David
R. Ault in his own words has gone to start a new adventure, departing from home
on Morrison Heights in Wayne, Maine on May 8 following emergency surgeries in
Florida where he and his wife went for Red Sox Spring Training.
Courageously facing death and yearning to breathe Maine air he was taken
home by medically equipped jet and surrounded by family and friends.
David
was born in Lewiston Maine March 6, 1935 to Ruth and Charles Ault, growing up in
Cushman Place in Auburn and Morrison Heights in Wayne. His
childhood was spent with summer friends around Androscoggin Lake and carrying
out farm chores year round. He
attended schools in Wayne and Winthrop, graduated from Gould Academy in 1953,
and went to Bates College until he was accepted at the United States Naval
Academy. A member of the notorious
USNA class of 1958 known for its “58 is Great” motto he proudly counted John
McCain among his classmates.
Following
graduation he married his first wife Maja Jenny and entered the aerospace
industry working on the Boeing CIM-10 Bomarc, at Vandenberg Air Force Base where
he witnessed the Minuteman missiles being turned toward Russia during the Cuban
Missile crisis, and on Werner von Braun’s Saturn V Project that would take men
to the moon.
He
entered politics on returning to Wayne, coming in second in the 1970 primary for
the First Congressional District and serving 12 years in the State Legislature,
the last four as Senator Ault. Inspired
by son Chrissie he shepherded a bill into law that made Maine the first state in
the nation to require and fund appropriate educational services for every
handicapped child. He served Wayne
as Selectman and Town Moderator, managed field offices for U.S. Senator Bill
Cohen, and worked for BIW in Maine, New York City, New Brunswick, and Washington
D.C.
David
retired to spend more time on saving and restoring antique cars, acquiring 54 in
his lifetime including several Stanley Steamers and an L-29 Cord.
Although more a fan of the Boston Braves until their 1953 move he also
spent more time following the Red Sox, continuing to renovate homes and camps,
and doing landscape architecture behind the house. He globetrotted with his
second wife Norine seeing among many wonders the Pyramids, Victoria Falls, the
Normandy beaches, Mountain Gorillas, the Great Wall of China, the Blarney Stone,
the Serengeti, Okavango Delta, Cook Mountain, Tuscany, the Loire Valley, the
Acropolis, the Blue Mosque, the Danube, Notre Dame and the Old Bailey.
His
son Christian Wayne, his parents, and his siblings Mary, Jane, John, Robert,
Richard, Ruth, and James predeceased David.
He is survived by his wife and best friend of over 40 years Norine
Jewell; siblings Peter and Sara; daughter Kathy Abbruzzese and husband Chris,
and daughter Leslie Manning; grandchildren Kelsey Ryan and husband Glen, Jesse
Abbruzzese and companion Christina, Teo Abbruzzese and wife Sam, Sarah Manning,
and Isabelle Manning; his great grandsons Patrick, Nico, Jack, Sterling, and
Stetson David; former wife, mother of his children and friend Maja Ault; and
many beloved nieces and nephews.
A
gathering will be held later to toast David and laugh at shared memories. He
loved cats - those he saw in Africa and the ones in the barn.
Donations may be made to the PALS cat shelter in Winthrop or to
Androscoggin Home Healthcare and Hospice, which supported David’s peaceful
departure.
Arrangements
are in the care of Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin St. Winthrop, where
memories, condolences and photos may be shared with the family at
www.khrfuneralhomes.com
Alex Anthony Martella, Jr. (13th Co) (05/03/22)
From Don Tarquin:
I
deeply regret to inform you of the death of my roommate, Alex, yesterday, May 1,
in Phoenix, Arizona. I will follow up with details and a SHIPMATE
write-up/biography in the next few weeks, after getting family approval on the
wording. I do know he was suffering from heart and diabetes problems the
past several months.
James Thomas
Taylor (1st Co) (04/19/22
From Greg Streeter:
Obituary (Received 3/7/23)
J.T.
was born in Frostburg Md. son of James Taylor and Alice Schofield Taylor. Raised
in Frostburg he graduated from Beall High School in 1952:and was president of
the senior class.
(He always
said he was class president by accident since he never put his name on the list
for president). He was however proud to be Class president because the class
consisted of truly fine people. He
went to Severn Prep school to obtain entrance to the U.S. Naval Academy. He
graduated from the Naval Academy in the class of 1958.
J.T.(now"
J") served on a number of ships, U.S.S.
McCard,,
U.S.S. Casa Grande and, U.S.S. Conserver. He was the X.0, of Conserver. For
Shore duty was a department head
,eventually
2 departments, at the Mine Warfare School in Charleston SC.
J
volunteered for Viet Nam duty and was assigned Chief of Staff of Department 105
in the Rung Sat Special Zone, south of Saigon. J participated in a number of ad
hoc
missions on helicopters, PBR"s and some special ops including a night
ambush of Viet Cong, which resulted in him being awarded the Navy Commendation
Medal. His last mission was to accompany PBR'S retrieving one of our "bobby''
trapped electronic sensing devices, which went wrong when one of the people
tried to get rid of the grenade which exploded and J was injured. J was being
retired for Disability when his appeal was reviewed by the Staff of ComServPac.
He was retained and assigned to the NROTC Unit at the University of Texas.
Further illness led to his retirement.
J
and family remained in Texas where he obtained two Graduate Degrees, a MA in
Government and a Ph.D. In Educational Administration. J's later work included
time in the Veterans Administration, and his last 18 years at Newport News
Shipbuilding. The later years were in Salaried Training and Management
Development. J enjoyed his time at NNS {HISS}and was privileged to work with
some fine people. Bill, Shirley etc. etc.
A
lifelong Presbyterian J served as an elder in three different churches and
taught classes in \
various
Churches. His last class at Hilton Presbyterian was a Discussion Class that
really didn't hesitate to take on some difficult books and topics and made life
interesting or something. J really
enjoyed being one of those members and often lead the class and helped organize
the schedule etc.
He
is survived by and was blessed beyond measure with his wife and family. J.
was married to Carole Faye Bantz of Charleston SC. They met on board ship and
celebrated their 50th
Anniversary
at the Mariner's Museum in 2012.
Carole
is a saint for going through so many great and difficult times with J. They had
2 sons James Ill (Chris) and Dwight (Heather), who married two lovely women who
J said they were beyond price because they tolerated him. Three grandchildren
James IV and Drake an AF ROTC student.(He
may be forgiven.) And Dwight and Heather's late entry,Scarlett,
who was a real joy to J and to all the family.
J
will be buried at a later time with services at Hilton Presbyterian Church.
•
From
Greg Streeter:
Carole
Taylor called me this morning (4/16) to let me know that Jay passed away last
Thursday about noon. Jay (James T.) was my roommate
for 3 ½ years, a dear friend, and genuinely good guy. He died
of Congestive Heart Failure and associated complications.
Jay
was a turnback I inherited as a roommate the middle of Plebe Year. He had
more grit than most of you know. He lost an eye in Vietnam.
He left the Navy after 20years and with determination earned a Phd in Education
from the University of Texas. He spent a career following
the Navy in the field of education and training.
Obituary:
James Thomas "Jay" Taylor,
87, of Newport News, VA, passed away April 14, 2022. Jay was born in
Frostburg, MD,
was a graduate of Severn Prep School, the U. S. Naval Academy at
Annapolis, MD, in 1958 and received his master’s
and PhD degrees from the University of Texas. He served in the U. S.
Navy for 13 years. He was also employed by the
V. A. in Washington, DC, and Newport News Shipbuilding as an Instructor.
Jay is survived by his wife of 60
years, Carole Bantz Taylor, his sons James "JT" Taylor, III,
(Christine) of Austin, TX, and Dwight Taylor
(Heather) of Herndon, VA, and 3 grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held
at Hilton Presbyterian Church, 34 Main Street, Newport News, VA 23601, on
Saturday, April 23rd
at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hilton
Presbyterian Church.
Published by Daily Press from Apr. 20
to Apr. 21, 2022.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/dailypress/name/james-taylor-obituary?id=34324596
James Dorset Hocker (5th Co) (04/07/22)
April
10, 1934 – February 26, 2022
Obituary from Jim's daughter Elizabeth:
James
Dorset “Jim” Hocker was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on the 100th day
of the year (April 10, 1934). He was the son of Dorset Hocker and Clara Belle
Miller. He was a proud Tulsan who spent time in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma while his
father was deployed during WWII. Upon returning from the Pacific, his father
resumed his work at Oklahoma Natural Gas and the family lived in Broken Arrow
until a transfer to Tulsa. Jim graduated from Tulsa Central High School in 1952.
Jim was a hard worker. His first job was sweeping classrooms for seven cents a
room. At ten, he got his first
paper route and he continued to work for the Tulsa World until his sophomore
year at the University of Tulsa. In
1954, Jim left TU to attend the United States Naval Academy. He was a very proud
member of the class of ’58. The
cry “58 is Great” resounded through the Hocker household until silenced by
death. The echoes of “Beat Army” are still heard.
While at
the Naval Academy, Jim met a beautiful girl from Mississippi on a blind date.
They married six months after graduation. He was commissioned as a First
Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. A tour in Korea was followed by
graduate school where he obtained a Masters in Mechanical Engineering from the
University of Arizona. In 1971 he
was deployed to Vietnam. During this time he received the Bronze Star.
While in the military he became a father to Elizabeth Carroll, Andrew
Dorset, Clara Murphy and Mary James. He
retired after 20 years of honorable service. His
last duty station was Tokyo, Japan. Retirement
allowed him to continue his education. In 1980 he received his Juris Doctorate
from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia. He and the family
relocated to Tulsa and Jim spent the next 15 years with Transok Pipeline
Company. He was an active member of
St. John’s Episcopal Church. He “retired” again in 1996 and dedicated the
rest of his life to his wife and their adventures. “After
all,” he used to say “she followed me around for the first thirty-five
years; I can follow her around for the next 35 years!” He
and Mary Elsa moved to Vicksburg, Mississippi where they lived for 21 years
before relocating to Niceville, Florida. Their final port of call was Beaufort,
South Carolina. He and Mary Elsa were married for 63 years!
Jim Hocker had a vibrant personality and had
a smile as “large as the Oklahoma sky.”
His sense of humor was legendary and he was enthusiastic about
everything! Whether watching the Army Navy game, attending the Rose Bowl parade
to see a beloved granddaughter perform or sitting through Science Fair award
ceremonies for his grandchildren, he was all in!
Jim was a consummate racquetball player and
he was particularly known for his ability to “finesse” points. His quick wit
kept everyone on their toes.
He was a beloved husband, father and
grandfather. He was a rare and unique man. Generally, there are two types of
people in the world, those who see the cup as half full or half empty. Then,
there was Jim Hocker. He was thrilled to have a cup, and all the things you
could do with it!
James Dorset Hocker is survived by his wife
Mary Elsa and his daughters Elizabeth Carroll (Robert Melgaard), Clara (Brian
Miles PhD.), Mary James (Col. R. Dirk Cooper, USMC retired), his son Andrew
Dorset, eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He is also survived
by his sister, Mary Louise (Carl McIlwain PhD) of La Jolla, California.
He will be interred at the United States
Naval Academy Columbarium in Annapolis, Maryland on July 6, 2022.
Richard
E. McKelvey Jr (non Grad)
After
a brief family relocation to Michigan, where he worked as a draftsman for
General Motors, Dick returned to Latrobe to marry his wife, Nancy, and begin a
42-year career at Kennametal. He also enjoyed a long-term association with the
Boy Scouts of America, first as an Eagle Scout and later as a member of the
Order of the Arrow, a longtime scoutmaster of Troop 309 in Latrobe and finally
as a commissioner for the Westmoreland Fayette Council.
Hartman-Graziano
Funeral Home, Inc. – Latrobe
1500
Ligonier St
Latrobe,
PA 15650
724-537-5575
Published
by Tribune Review on Apr. 7, 2022.
Margaret Spencer Hernandez (Wife of Jesse Hernandez (3rd C0)) (04/04/22)
Update 4/8/22: Obituary
Margaret
Anne “Marge” Spencer Hernandez passed away peacefully on March 31, 2022. She
spent her last weeks surrounded by her loving family.
Marge
was born in Norfolk, VA to parents Warner Tyler Spencer and Margaret Thornton
Spencer.
A
devoted Navy wife, Marge supported and encouraged her husband in his 36 year
career. Together the coupled raised two children and made 27 moves throughout
the country and world.
Raised
in Norfolk, VA., Marge graduated from Granby High School and then attended the
University of Richmond, graduating with a BA degree in English Literature. While
attending UR she met and dated her future husband who was attending the U. S.
Naval Academy. Marge
was selected to be the USNA Class of 1958 Color Girl which she accomplished with
grace and beauty.
In addition to her BA degree Marge later graduated from San Francisco
State University with a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW). Marge had a
brilliant intellect and had a way of making everyone with whom she interacted
feel seen, heard, and loved . A strong Christian with a deep faith, she was a
good friend to many. She loved spending happy times with friends in the
Washington/Tokyo Woman’s Club.
Marge
worked and volunteered as a social worker for 38 years. She
spent many years as a volunteer with the Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society
working at bases throughout the world. She also served on the Board of
Directors Marge
was proud of her volunteer membership in the Navy Arlington Ladies. These
ladies attend all Navy funerals at Arlington National Cemetery. She was a
plank owner, being a member when the organization was founded.
A
wonderful listener and writer, Marge served as a Deacon at Heritage Presbyterian
Church in Alexandria, Virginia. She loved writing a monthly article called
“Smelling the Roses” for the church newsletter.
Marge
leaves a lasting legacy that is cherished by her extensive family including her
husband of 63 years, RAdm Jesse J. Hernandez, USN (Ret), and their children
Brian Stephen Hernandez (Susan) of Haymarket, VA and Susan Elizabeth Lonergan
(Steve) of Clifton, VA; beloved
grandchildren Victoria and Alexandra Hernandez and Sean and Ethan Lonergan. Marge
is also survived by her sister Nancy Whitlock (Robert) of Dallas, Texas and
sister-in-law Pearl Johnston (Larry) of San Leandro, California.
Marge
will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Family
and friends are invited to celebrate Marge’s life at 2 PM on April 23rd at
Heritage Presbyterian Church (HPC), 8303 Ft. Hunt Rd., Alexandria, VA. The
service can also be viewed on line at http://bit.ly/HPCVA . In lieu
of flowers a memorial donation may be made to HPC or to the Navy/Marine Corps
Relief Society. On the memo line please write In Memory of Margaret
Hernandez.
To send
flowers to the family or plant
a tree in memory of Margaret, please visit
our floral store.
Services
CELEBRATION
OF LIFE
Saturday
April 23, 2022
2:00 PM
Heritage Presbyterian Church
8503 Fort Hunt Road
Alexandria, VA 22308
Rebecca Sue Caldwell (Wife of Bob Caldwell (18th Co)) 04/04/22)
Update 6/10/22
From Gordo:
Just a reminder about Becky's funeral will be at the USNA Columbarium on Thursday 23 June at 1400. It will be followed by a reception at the USNA Club to which you (we) are all invited. If you have any questions regarding this event please respond to me.
Update: 4/18/22
With
great sadness, we announce the passing of Rebecca Sue (Becky) Caldwell, 85, of
Annapolis, MD, who was called home by our Heavenly Father on Thursday, March 31,
2022, surrounded by her loving family. She
was a native of Fort Mitchell, KY, and graduated in 1954 from Dixie Heights High
School. Becky attended the Northern Center of The University of Kentucky.
Early
in her career, she taught elementary school at Hebron and Crescent Springs
Elementary Schools in Northern Kentucky and continued as a substitute teacher
wherever she was “planted,” courtesy of the U.S. Navy. Becky enjoyed
interacting with people and subsequently worked for the Smithsonian Institute,
St. Mary’s College of Maryland, the U. S. Naval Academy (USNA) Gift Shop and
was the Treasurer of the family business, Secure Destruction Systems, Inc. from
1986 to 1999.
Becky
married her High School sweetheart in 1958 and quickly became the epitome of the
“Navy Wife.” Becky was a fierce competitor while growing up and even more so
when protecting her family. She was the steady and guiding force that
bound our family together through over twelve changes of duty stations,
including overseas, and her husband's multiple “six" (to nine) month
deployments. While stationed in Virginia Beach, VA, Becky was interviewed
by The Beacon. In the article titled “Navy Wife One Up On Scout Motto,”
Becky noted that her on-the-move Navy family motto was “Stay loose”.
She followed through on that saying by raising four children while her husband
was deployed for seven of the first thirteen years of marriage. When asked about
moving, Becky could relay story after story of nightmare moves where everything
was packed regardless of her instructions, both verbal and physical (rooms being
taped shut, notes on cabinets saying "don't move," hidden stashes of
clothes for the children). Ultimately, things like greasy skillets would
turn up months later in the new home. When the editor asked the innocent
question, “Wonder if those movers have to take a course in this?” Becky
quickly responded, “Yes, Demolition school.”
Becky
and Bob created a haven for their family and never hesitated to extend the
family circle. Both truly enjoyed entertaining and were noted for their
hospitality (particularly delicious and abundant meals). They greatly
enjoyed their regular reunions with the USNA Class of ’58 (’58 is Great!),
their shipmates from the Submarine Squadrons, and the Dixie High School Class of
’54. Becky and Bob loved being a part of the USNA Sponsor program and
provided a place of comfort and relief to many USNA midshipmen (Karl, Miguel,
Trent, Greg, Vince, Sara, Erin, and Marina, to name just a few, their families,
and classmates). Their home and hearts were always open and keeping in
contact and watching the midshipmen’s families grow were a constant source of
happiness and pride.
Becky
was active in many clubs and organizations throughout her life. She was a
past President of Submarine Officers Wives’ Club in Norfolk, VA, Vice
President of the U.S. Navy Wives Club London, United Kingdom, and First Vice
President of the Gerrards Cross American Wives Club, United Kingdom. She
was also a member of the U.S. Naval Academy Garden Club and the Gingerville
Garden Club.
Becky
was a devoted Christian, Job’s Daughter, and a member of Heritage Baptist
Church. She adored her children and grandchildren and supported them at
school, church, athletic events, and in every area of life. Becky will be
greatly missed by her loving family and friends.
Becky
is survived by her children: sons’ Capt. Robert K. Caldwell, Jr. USNR (Ret.)
(Jeanne), David Caldwell (Kris), Matt Caldwell (Michele), daughter Susan
Caldwell, eleven grandchildren (Erin, Aileen, Kellyn, Luke, Caroline, Amanda,
Katheryn, Jonathan (Mason), Robert K. III, Rebecca (Josue), Christina) and three
great-grandchildren (Rosalina, Finn, and Elizabeth). She is also survived
by her sisters Nancy Stevens and Judy Green (Mike), sister-in-law Lynn Caldwell,
brother-in-law George Lonneman as well as many loving nieces and nephews.
Becky
was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, CDR Robert K. “Bob”
Caldwell, USN, parents Charles and Leona Hesselman, sister Charyn Lonneman, and
granddaughter, Mary Caldwell.
A
Memorial Service and inurnment will take place on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at
the United States Naval Academy Columbarium at 2:00 pm.
In
lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the U. S. Naval Academy Foundation www.usna.com,
Heritage Baptist Church www.heritageloves.com,
or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital www.stjude.org.
An
online guest book is available at www.johntaylorfuneralhome.comLMAN)
Thomas
Joseph Barry (8th Co)
(3/23/22)
Thomas
"Tom" Barry died on March 3, 2022, following a lengthy battle with
cancer. He was three days short of his 87th birthday. Born
in 1935, Tom grew up in Boston, MA, and graduated from Boston Latin School in
1953. He was appointed to the Naval
Academy that same year, joining the Class of 1958, 8th
Company. He received a master’s
degree in Human Behavior at United States International University (San Diego)
in 1975.
Tom
served for 20 years as a Surface Warfare Officer and was stationed mostly in San
Diego, with brief stays in Long Beach and Honolulu. During
his time in Long Beach, he met Peggy Barnett, a young nurse at St Mary's
Hospital, who would become his wife in 1962. Following
his naval career, Tom worked in the Human Resources and Training fields for a
variety of private companies, including Transamerica and CF Braun.
After
an additional 20 years in the private sector. Tom
spent the remainder of his years enjoying time with his family. He
was the consummate patriarch dispensing wisdom and humor in equal parts to
whomever would listen. Friends and
family describe him as a perfect gentleman and the rock of his family. Tom was a
devout Catholic and was especially fond of the verse in 2 Timothy 4:7 "I
have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the
faith."
He
was preceded in death by his loving wife Margaret "Peggy" Barry in
2014. His date of passing fell on what was their 60th wedding anniversary. He
is survived by his sister Barbara, sons Kevin and Sean, and his grandchildren
Jordan, Thomas "TJ", Bridget, Alexandra, Dylan, Katie, Hannah, and
Megan. Services will be held on
March 23, 2022, at Saint Anthony Claret Church in Anaheim, CA, followed by
interment at Holy Sepulcher Catholic Cemetery.
Published
by Orange County Register on Mar. 23, 2022.
Margaret
"Peggy Barnett" Barry
(1937-2014)
Peggy
Barry, 76, of Anaheim, died of cancer on January 16, 2014. She is now in heaven
with her parents, Charles and Margaret Barnett of Sioux Falls, SD. She is
survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Thomas Barry, and her two sons,
Kevin and Sean Barry and their families.
Final
arrangements were as follows:
Friday,
January 24th: 4pm - 8pm Visitation with 7pm Rosary at Hilgenfeld Mortuary, 120
E. Broadway, Anaheim.
Saturday,
January 25th: 1pm Funeral Mass, St. Anthony Claret Church, 1450 E. La Palma
Avenue, Anaheim. Reception in the
Parish Center 2pm - 3pm followed by burial services at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery,
7845 E. Santiago Canyon Rd., Orange. Hilgenfeld Mortuary.
Theodore Francis Driggers (18th Co) (03/23/22)
Theodore Francis (Ted) Driggers, 85, of
Orcas Island, WA, passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2022. Ted was born on
December 2, 1936 in San Francisco, CA, to Carl E. Driggers and Irene A. Driggers.
He was the youngest of their three children.
Ted attended the U.S. Naval Academy for the
first part of his higher education studies. After
his years of naval service, he went to UC Berkeley and received his PhD in
Operations Research. He spent his career in the telecommunications field. After
he retired, he moved to Orcas Island, WA. He became an active participant in the
Creation Science field. He was a longtime member of the Orcas Island Community
Church. He spent many years as a member of the Olga Water Users, Inc Board.
He
is survived by his three nieces, Patricia Gooch of Dallas, TX; Ann Lewis (Bill)
of Darien, GA; and Julie Brown (Michael) of Reno, NV. He
is also survived by two grandnieces and a grandnephew, and by four great
grandnieces and great grandnephews. He
is predeceased by his parents Carl E. and Irene A. Driggers; by his brother
Frank E. Driggers; and by his sister Mary G. Wheat. He
is also predeceased by his sons Larry Driggers (13) and Wayne Driggers (17).
A memorial service was held on March 5, 2022
at Orcas Island Community Church in Eastsound on Orcas Island, WA. The funeral
will take place on March 23, 2022 at the National Cemetery in Kent, WA.
Last Call: Samuel Howell Swart, Jr. (3rd Co)
(September
28, 1934 - March 4, 2022)
Major
General Samuel Howell Swart, Jr.,UASF (Ret), 87, of Greenville, passed
away on Friday, March 4, 2021. A native of Charlottesville, VA, he was the
son of the late Samuel Howell Swart, Sr. and Susan Murdoch Killian Swart. He
retired from the US Air Force after 31 years of service.
In
addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Arnold Swart
and Suzanne Swart Bertolini.
He
is survived by his wife of 63 years, Audrey G. Swart; siblings, Mary Ann (Gunther)
Rankenburg; children, Susan Swart (Hisham Kamal), Lee Ann (Brent) Russell, Terri
(Mark) Sutton, and Sally (Larry) Foister; grandchildren, Joseph Kamal, Katie
(Doug) Kemper, Susan Russell, Mitchell (Mary Kate) Sutton, Matthew Sutton,
Samuel (Melanie) Foister, and Brandon (Alyssa) Foister; great grandchildren, Max
Kemper, Dmitri Bridges, Sally and Felicity Foister.
Interment
at Arlington National Cemetery will be held at a later date.
Memorial
donations may be made to Prisma Hospice of the Foothills, 300 E Mcbee Ave, Fl 4,
Greenville, SC 29601-2842.
Cremation
Society of South Carolina - Westville Funerals
6010 White Horse Road
Greenville, SC 29611
(864)
269-5073
https://www.cremationsocietyofsc.com/obituaries/Samuel-Swart/
Daniel Harry Ziegler (11th Co) 3/6/22
Oct 26, 1936 - February 21, 2022
Lt.
Col Daniel H. Ziegler, USAF, Retired, USNA Class of 1958, age 85, of Colorado
Springs, Colorado passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022. Daniel was born
October 26, 1936 in Michigan.
Daniel
is survived by his sons David Ziegler (Jan) and Dan Ziegler (Betsy); daughters
Suzy Dedo (Doug); and Holly Kovngiebel (Ken), 14 grandchildren, 4 great
grandchildren
A
graveside service for Daniel will be held Friday, March 25, 2022 at 10:30 AM at
Air Force Academy, 3026 Parade Loop Rd, USAF Academy, CO. 80840. Daniel
will be laid to rest in Air Force Academy, Colorado.
Fond
memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Swan-Law.com
for the Ziegler, USAF, Retired, USNA Class of 1958 family.
Swan-Law
Funeral Directors
501 North Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
719-314-2289
Charles
Harry Collins (Non Grad) (3/8/22)
Date
entered into life: 3/2/1936
Taken
home by the Lord: 2/7/2022
Charlie
entered into eternal life at age 85 in Reno, Nevada.
Charlie was born in Griggsville, Illinois & was raised in Pittsfield, Illinois by Harry Francis & Clara Mayetta (Crane) Collins. He joined the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland & later joined the U.S. Air Force. He was stationed at Stead Air Force Base, Nevada where he spent 4 years as a Survival Instructor. He made lifelong friends at Stead Air Force Base.
He is preceded in death by his dear wife & lifelong love Ruby, his parents, brothers Larry, Stephen (Geraldine - also passed) & sister Rose (Ray) Schieter. He is survived by son Harry, daughter Kristine, stepdaughter Bonnie (James) Pugh & stepson Aaron (Connie) Yohey. Charlie had 8 grandchildren & several great grandchildren, nieces & nephews.
Charlie took correspondence courses in drafting earning him an engineering position for the State of Nevada Highway Department in Carson City so he & Ruby lived & raised their 4 children in Steamboat, halfway between Reno & Carson. He was promoted several times, eventually becoming the District Traffic Engineer for all of Northern Nevada. He retired there in the early '90s.
Charlie
loved his wife Ruby, his family, many church members, his neighbors, camping, traveling
back to see his Illinois family, reading & building model airplanes - in
that order. He, along with Ruby, loved the Lord & attended church regularly.
He was very patriotic, he loved his country, the military, the flag, eagles
& his dog Dollie.
His
family would like to thank The Seasons of Reno for their loving care these past
years.
There
was a celebration of Charlie's life at their church:
Mt
Rose Evangelical Free Church
9725 South Virginia Street
Saturday,
February 26, 2022
Future
Interment:
Veterans
Memorial Cemetery
Fernley, Nevada
Reno
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Ruby Collins (3/8/22)
Ruby Collins was called home by the Lord on Sunday, January 27th, 2019, at the age of 94. She was the sweetheart wife of her ever-loving husband Charlie. They lived in assisted living since 2015 after 55 years in Steamboat Nevada, where they made their home after meeting & marrying Charlie when he was in the Air Force at Stead, Nevada. This year was their 61st wedding anniversary.
Ruby was born in Sparks to, & preceded in death by, her parents Niels L. Nielsen & Bothilde K. (Madsen) Nielsen who came here from Denmark. She was also proceeded in death by all of her siblings (she was the ninth of 10 children), her daughter-in-law Ivy Collins & granddaughter LaNean Britton. She lived in Reno with, and is survived by, her husband Charles, children Bonnie (James) Pugh, Aaron (Connie) Yohey, Harry Collins & Kristine Collins, 7 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren & 3 great-great-grandchildren & numerous nieces, nephews & great nieces & great nephews.
Ruby worked for Singer Sewing Machine,
at Harold's Club for 21 years as a blackjack dealer, and again as a seamstress
for Bally's Hotel. She was in the Homemaker's Assoc. & sold Amway products
along with being a loving wife & mother to 4 children. Ruby loved the Lord
& her family. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, cooking, camping & her
Church. There was a memorial service there -Mount Rose Evangelical Free Church
at 9725 S. Virginia St., Renoon Saturday, Feb. 9th at 2:00. Thank you to Kindred
Hospice, The Seasons & Morning Star staff & caregivers who helped Ruby
so very much.
Nancy Lee Garceau (Wife of Gene Porter (20th Co)) (2/23/22)
Nancy
Lee Garceau, age 80, of Nashua, died on February 18, 2022, from complications
related to a ruptured brain aneurysm. She was the beloved wife of Gene H.
Porter.
She
was born Nancy Lee Webster in Nashua in January 1942, the oldest of nine
children of the late Victor Webster and Elizabeth (Leach) Webster. She thrived
in the Nashua Public School System and kept in touch with many of her classmates
throughout her life. Always a diligent and dedicated worker, Nancy enjoyed a
successful 45-year career at Sanders Associates/Lockheed Martin/BAE Systems,
retiring in 2010 as the Executive Secretary to the Company President. She
subsequently served for eight happy years as a joyful teachers’ aide in Pre-K
classrooms at St. Christopher Academy in Nashua, where she was well-loved by the
children and staff alike.
Nancy
often spoke of her great fortune in having two wonderful marriages with loving
and supportive husbands. In 1961, Nancy married Gordon Garceau and they lived
happily together raising their two children until Gordon’s tragic passing in
1988. Thereafter, Nancy found love again, marrying Gene Porter in 1993 with whom
she enjoyed nearly 30 joyful years until her passing.
Nancy
had a remarkable ability to quickly recognize old acquaintances after decades of
separation and remained an adept taker of shorthand notes even at age 80. Nancy
was a meticulous custodian of her historic home in Nashua’s North End, and
enjoyed her beach home in Maine, gardening, travel, time with loved ones and
combing through what seemed like every craft fair in New England.
Nancy
is survived by her devoted husband Gene Porter, her two children and their
spouses Lynn and Fred vonOldenburg of Austin, Texas, and Derek and Mary Garceau
of Cleveland Heights, Ohio; her six grandchildren: Brittany, Hannah, Olivia and
Sarah vonOldenburg and William and Andrew Garceau; her eight siblings and their
families, and her many close friends. All of these she loved and touched deeply.
Nancy’s
family wishes to thank the dedicated doctors, nurses and support staff at
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital and
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital for their outstanding treatment and tireless
efforts to treat Nancy. Nancy’s children also wish to express their deep
appreciation to Gene for his unwavering devotion and attentive care of Nancy,
especially over the past several weeks.
SERVICES
– True to her humble nature, Nancy wished for no funeral service. A
celebration of Nancy’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made in Nancy’s honor to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, 269
Hanover St., Hanover, MA 02339 www.bafound.org
or for the benefit of underprivileged students at St. Christopher’s Academy,
20 Cushing Ave., Nashua, NH 03064 www.SaintChrisAcademy.org.
Arrangements in the care of the DAVIS FUNERAL HOME, One Lock St., Nashua, NH
03064. An online guestbook is available at www.davisfuneralhomenh.com
(603) 883-3401. “ONE MEMORY LIGHTS ANOTHER.”
The
Telegraph
22
February 2022
https://www.nashuatelegraph.com/obituaries-memorials/obituaries/2022/02/22/nancy-lee-garceau/
Bernadette Figura (Wife of Bob Figura (2nd Co)) (02/22/22)
(February
28, 1936 - February 2, 2022)
Bernadette
worked as a business administrator in Manhattan, before meeting the love of her
life, Bob. After her husband passed, she remained devoted to his naval career by
remaining active with the Naval Academy. She was a woman of deep faith who
volunteered extensively at St. Edmund's Retreat on Enders Island in Mystic, and
was a faithful parishioner of St. Mary Church in Stonington. Bernadette also
enjoyed traveling, antiquing and spending time with friends and family.
Published
by The Day on Feb. 20, 2022.
Mystic
Funeral Home
Mystic,
Connecticut 06355
(860) 536-2888
Stephen
Fred Guthman (13th Co) (01/29/22)
(Thursday,
October 19th, 1933 - Monday, January 24th, 2022)
Stephen
Guthman, Beloved husband of the late Roberta Guthman nee Kaliner. Loving father
of David (Shana) Guthman. Cherished grandfather of Ethan Guthman, Aidan Guthman
& Noah Guthman. Due to public health concerns Services will be private.
Family and friends that will not attend the services my watch them live Friday,
January 28, 2022 at 11:00 am CST or anytime after at www.MitzvahFunerals.com.
Further information 630-Mitzvah 630 (648-9824).
Mitzvah
Memorial Funerals – Northbrook
100 Dundee Road
Northbrook, IL 60062
https://mitzvahfunerals.frontrunnerpro.com/book-of-memories/4838398/Guthman-Stephen/index.php
James Rupley Hoerle- (20th Co) (01/07/22)
Lt. Colonel, USAF Retired, 87
James “Jim” Rupley Hoerle, 87, of Willow Valley passed
away on December 24, 2021. Born in Johnstown, PA he was the son of the late
Joseph Parsons and Carolyn Rupley Hoerle.
Jim graduated from Carlisle High School and the United States
Naval Academy. (He was proud to have been a classmate of the late John McCain.)
Jim had a 20+ year career in military intelligence with the
U.S. Air Force. He served 2 tours in Vietnam. He was involved in numerous
intelligence endeavors including serving at the Pentagon as a military
intelligence expert on Southeast Asia for the Joint Chiefs of Staff. (In this
capacity he presented daily intelligence briefings in the White House Situation
Room.)
After retiring from the USAF, Jim moved to Lancaster where he
worked for ISC Defense Systems (to become Ferranti International.) Later, he was
the General Manager of Strube, Inc. in Marietta. Upon retirement, Jim and his
wife moved to the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
Throughout his life, Jim volunteered in church and civic
activities. His hobbies included stamp/coin/antique collecting and the study of
history.
He is survived by his wife Barbara Hoff Hoerle of 63 years
(Lancaster, PA) and two daughters – Heather Hoerle (Hopewell, NJ) and Barbara
Zuhowski (Chesapeake, VA) as well as two granddaughters.
Interment will be private at Warrington Friends Meeting House,
Wellsville, PA.
Paul Arthur Polski (2nd Co) 01/01/22
Update: 05/03/22
Obituary
Captain
Paul A. Polski, USN (Ret.) died on December 31, 2021. He was 87 years old. Paul
is survived by Barbara, his loving wife of 62 years, their children David, Lori,
and Douglas and six grandchildren.
Paul
hailed from Northern Minnesota. He graduated from Eveleth High School in 1952.
Paul served two years in the Army National Guard while attending Mesabi College
where he graduated with A.S. Degrees in Physics and Math. Paul went on to attend
the US Naval Academy where he sang in the Catholic Choir and Glee Club. He was
an All-American pistol team athlete and was elected Captain his senior year.
Paul graduated from the USNA in 1958 with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering. He
completed Flight School and was designated a Naval Aviator on March 17, 1960.
Paul
began flying in F-8 fighters with VF-174 and VF-11. He was selected for training
at Great Britain’s Empire Test Pilot School at Farnborough, Hampshire,
England. His payback tours involved aircraft and weapons systems flight test at
the Pacific Missile Test Center Pt. Mugu, California, and Naval Air Test Center
(NATC), Patuxent River, Maryland. Those shore duties were separated by Attack
tours flying A-7 Corsairs with VA-174 and VA-86, including 96 combat missions
over Vietnam. While at NATC, he was recruited into the Aeronautical Engineering
Duty Officer pipeline. Paul’s adroit managerial/leadership skills lead to
assignments including standing up of the first Tomahawk Cruise Missile Desk, the
F/A-18 Hornet Desk, and the Navy Undergraduate Jet Flight Training System
(VT45TS), a new cost-effective carrier-based trainer/system for future naval
aviators. His 27 year career spanned over 6,000 flight hours, 580 arrested
carrier landings, and over 40 aircraft types. Individual accolades included a
Legion of Merit, nine Strike/flight Air medals, and multiple Navy Commendation,
Vietnam Campaign, and Achievement medals. Paul also earned an M.S. Management
Engineering degree at George Washington University 1971 and completed Industrial
College of the Armed Forces (ICAF) 1981.
Paul
retired from the United States Navy in 1985.
After
a brief period as a Senior Associate Government Contractor with Booz, Allen&
Hamilton, Paul launched a 23 year Civil Service career. He
was recruited by the Federal
Aviation
Administration to lead Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E)
Programs in New Jersey. He was
appointed to Senior Executive Service in 1991, directed over forty major
security system projects, with SES promotions to Senior Advisor to the Chief
Technology Officer of the Transportation Security Administration. Paul
was awarded the 2003 Service to America Medal, Homeland Security Category, for
directing development of aviation security technology used to combat terrorism.
Paul retired once again in 2011.
Visitation
will be held at Colonial Funeral Home in Leesburg, VA on May 16, 2022 from 6-8
pm. Final interment is scheduled for May 17, 2022 at Arlington National Cemetery
beginning with a service at Ft. Myer’s Old Post Chapel at 10:45AM. Reception
to follow at Patton Hall (Ft. Myer Officers’ Club).
Reception to follow at Patton Hall (Ft. Myer Officers’ Club). If
you plan to attend the reception, please email [email protected] by
May 8th with the total number of people in your party. Essential
information about requesting Visitor Access will be emailed to you.
The
family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider donating to The
Alzheimer’s Association or Cancer
Research Institute in
Paul’s name.
To send a flower
arrangement to the family of CAPT. Paul A. Polski USN (RET),
please click
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See
video of Paul's and his family's remembrances:
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Update: 2/27/22:
There will be a a
showing from 1800 - 2000 on May 16th at the Colonial Funeral Home in Leesburg.
Paul’s final interment will be 10:45am May 17, 2022, in Arlington National
Cemetery with services at the Fort Myer Old Post Chapel. Reception to follow at
the Fort Myer Officers Club. Please RSVP your name and number attending to [email protected]
by May 10, 2022 for addition to the guest list and additional directions.
If you wish to make a donation in Paul’s memory, Barbara suggests
either Alzheimer’s Association or St. Jude’s Hospital.
01/28/22
From Gordo:
Paul didn't quite make it to 2022. He died last night (12/3121)
Barbara has informed me that he will be buried at Arlington
when space is available. She wants you to know that Paul loved his classmates of
58. I am sure that she knows how much his classmates loved him.
Ann Robbins Reynolds (Wife of James William Reynolds (5th Co) (12/24/21)
Ann
Robbins Reynolds died on June 29, 2021 in San Clemente, CA. She was born on
August 7, 1937 in Wilmington. Her parents were James P. Robbins and Ann
McCaughan Robbins. She graduated from Ursuline Academy in Wilmington in 1955 and
from Mount St. Agnes College, now part of Loyola University, in Baltimore, in
1959. Shortly after her graduation she married James W. Reynolds who had
graduated from the U. S. Naval Academy the previous year. During her husband's
career in the military, they lived in various places including suburban
Washington. D.C. when he worked at the Pentagon. They ultimately settled in
California following his time in the military. In addition to raising four
children, she put her teaching credentials to good use by working with children
with special needs.
The
family suggests gifts to Fisher House Foundation, 12300 Twinbrook Pkwy., Suite
410, Rockville, MD. 20852 (www.fisherhouse.org)
in honor of Cpl. Jordan Stanton, Ann's grandson, a U.S. marine who was killed in
Afghanistan. Fisher House Foundation provides housing and assistance to our
veterans undergoing treatment as well as guidance, comfort and accommodations
for families of the fallen.
William Francis Herrin (11th Co) 12/15/21
Update
2/20/22: Frank will be buried at Arlington on Tuesday 22 Feb at
1100. Attendees need to be at the Admin Bldg at 1015.
William Francis “Frank” Herrin, 85, passed away on
Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at his beloved home on the Dragon Run in Mascot,
Virginia.
Frank retired from the Navy as a Lieutenant Commander after 22
years of service. He worked with Ocean Products and was part owner of Christi
Chevrolet in Mathews, Virginia. He also worked as patent processor with
attorneys Ray Greene and Damian Horne. At Christmas time, Frank loved to portray
St. Nicholas at St. John’s Episcopal Church.
He is predeceased by his wife of 49 years, Elise Seibt Herrin.
He is survived by his children, Emily Hughes (Robert), Felix
Herrin (Trisha) and Clara Pritt (Timmy); grandchildren, Curtis Hughes
(Christine), Benjamin Rennolds, Gregory Rennolds (Leslie), Jeremy Herrin (Shelby
Jacobs), TJ Pritt (Katie) and Christina Carter (Derrick); great-grandchildren,
Willa, John Cason, Waverly, Rosabeth Rennolds, Albert and Louise Rennolds, Maddy
and Ella Pritt, Aniya, DJ, Savannah and Shawn Carter; and his beloved furry
feline companion “Henry”
A Celebration of Life Service was held on Saturday, November
27, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church, West Point, Virginia
with a reception immediately following the service.
Interment in Arlington National Cemetery with full military
honors will be held Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Those attending
should arrive at the administration building by 10:15 a.m., bring a photo ID and
wear an appropriate face covering.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the
American Lung Association, 55 W. Wacker Drive, Chicago, Il. 60601. Faulkner
Funeral Homes, Foster-Faulkner Chapel, Mathews, Virginia is assisting the family
with the arrangements.
Foster-Faulkner Chapel
160 Main Street
Mathews, VA
804-725-2141
Last Call: Jan Wilson Cook (15th Company) 12/15/21
Jan passed away on 25 November. No further info at this time.
Last Call: Leslie Paul Troolin (20th Co) (12/10/21)
(August
16, 1936 - December 1, 2021)
Leslie
P. Troolin beloved husband of the late Anna Mae (nee Seim) Troolin; loving
father of Michael "Mike" (Catherine) Troolin and Patricia
"Trisha" (Lee) Amiott; cherished grandfather of Pamela (Daniel)
Saylor, Brandi Amiott, Paul Troolin and Hans Troolin; cherished great
grandfather of Lilith Mae Saylor; dear uncle of several nieces and nephews. He
was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Josephine (Hutflas) Troolin;
and his sister, Lois (Gene) Mullins. Went home to be with the Lord Wednesday
December 1, 2021. Age 85. Residence Milford, Ohio. Les served in the US Navy
during Vietnam Era. He retired as a Quality Control Engineer. Les was a member
of St Mark's Lutheran Church. Visitation will be held at St Mark's Lutheran
Church, 5849 Buckwheat Road, Milford, OH 45150 on Monday December 6th from 9:30
AM until time of funeral service at 11:00 AM. Burial with military honors will
follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Miamiville, Ohio. Memorial donations may be
given to St Mark's Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.
John
H. Evans Funeral Home, Inc.
741 Center Street
Milford OH, 45150
(513) 831.3172
http://www.evansfuneralhome.com/obituaries/?s=troolin
Anna
Mae Troolin (March 28, 1937 - October 3, 2018)
Anna
Mae (nee Seim) Troolin beloved wife of 60 years to Leslie P. Troolin; loving
mother of Michael (Catherine) Troolin and Patricia (Lee) Amiott; cherished
grandmother of Pamela Amiott, Brandi Amiott, Paul Troolin and Hans Troolin; dear
sister of Joan Orndorff. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry L. Seim
and Marguerite (nee Buxton) Seim. Went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday
October3, 2018. Age 81. Residence Milford. Visitation will be held Saturday
October 13th at St Mark's Lutheran Church, 5849 Buckwheat Rd., Milford, OH from
9:00 AM until time of funeral service at 11:00 AM at the church. Burial will
follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Miamiville, OH. Memorial donations may be given
to St. Mark's Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.
Last Call: John Armon Goolsby(12th Co) (12/10/21)
Camarillo
- September 13, 1934 - November 25, 2021
Beloved Husband, Father,
Grandfather and Great-Grandfather John Goolsby passed away peacefully into the
arms of the Lord on November 25, 2021, of a short-term illness.
John was born on September 13,
1934, in Stillwater, Oklahoma and later moved to San Bernardino, California with
his parents, Omar and Ruth Goolsby and four siblings.
He met and dated the love of his
life, Carolyn Rae Morgan, while she was a senior in high school in San
Bernardino. John was accepted into the United States Naval Academy in 1954. He
traveled to Annapolis, Maryland, to begin his military service and education,
and competed on the Navy tennis team throughout his four-year program. A few
hours after John's graduation, he and Carolyn were married at the Naval Academy
on June 4, 1958.
John's first assignment took them
to San Diego, California and their two children were born in the Navy hospital
at Coronado. John's early assignments included serving aboard the transport ship
USS Lenawee and the light cruiser USS Helena. The family moved to Ventura County
in 1962 when he went to work at the Pt. Mugu Naval Air Station missile target
programs. John was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1973 but continued his
career in service working at Pt. Mugu Naval Air Station and in national defense
programs until he fully retired in 2011.
John and Carolyn moved to Camarillo
in 1970 and spent the rest of their lives there. They loved their neighbors,
friends, church, and Camarillo's beautiful weather. They also loved to travel
and enjoyed cruising and land tours all around the world. Their favorite trips
were to Australia and New Zealand, and cruises around the Hawaiian Islands.
John cherished his wife, children,
and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Carolyn in February
2021. His survivors include son Matt and Carolyn Goolsby of Dallas, Oregon;
daughter Lisa and Ed Ekers of Red Bluff, California; grandsons Tyler and
Jonathan Goolsby, great-granddaughter Hennessy Morgan, and brother Lloyd David
Goolsby of Yucaipa, California.
Graveside services with military
honors will be held on Monday, December 20th at 2:00 pm at Conejo Mountain
Memorial Park in Camarillo, California with a reception to follow locally at
their church, Trinity Presbyterian at 3 pm.
Carolyn R.
Goolsby (Wife of John Gooslby (12th Co)
(June 8,
1935 to February 3, 2021)
Beloved
Wife, Mother and Grandmother Carolyn Goolsby passed away peacefully into the
arms of the Lord on February 3, 2021 of a long-term illness.
She was
born on June 8, 1935 in San Bernardino, California and spent her childhood there
with her loving parents, Jordan and Annabelle Morgan.
When she
was a senior in High School, she met the love of her life, John Goolsby. They
were married a few hours after John's graduation from the U.S. Naval Academy in
Annapolis, Maryland in June of 1958. John was her dearest friend, soulmate and
confidante for more than 62 years.
John's
first assignment took them to San Diego, California and during this time, their
two children were born in the Naval hospital at Coronado. After
honorable discharge from the Navy, the family moved to Ventura County. They've
called Camarillo home since 1970 and loved every minute of their lives together
there. As much as they loved Camarillo, they also loved to travel and enjoyed
cruising and land tours in some very wonderful places.
Like her
father, Carolyn "never met a stranger." She had a great many friends
and kept in touch with them throughout her life. She was known for her heart of
gold and gift of gab. She spent 27 years volunteering at St. John's Pleasant
Valley hospital and had many touching stories to tell of her experience.
She adored
her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her survivors include husband John
Goolsby, son Matt and Carolyn Goolsby of Dallas, Oregon and their children Tyler
and Jonathan, and daughter Lisa (Goolsby) and Ed Ekers of Red Bluff, California.
Private
graveside services were held on Thursday, February 18th at Conejo Mountain
Memorial Park.
Published
in Ventura County Star from Feb. 4 to Feb. 11, 2021.
Leroy Revel Haenze (20th Co) 12/10/21
Leroy passed away on 12 Sept 2021.
Update: 2/15/22
Lieutenant LeRoy Reuel Haenze, U.S. Navy, died on 21
September 2021 in Windcrest, TX. He
was 85.
LeRoy was born in Minneapolis, MN to Reuel Will Haenze and Bertha Resa
Young Haenze. He graduated from
Traer, Iowa High School in 1954 as valedictorian.
He entered the Naval Academy under a congressional appointment, graduated
with the 20th Company, and was commissioned Ensign, U.S. Navy.
The following day he married Catherine Roberta Hogg in Alexandria, VA.
LeRoy’s first assignment was aboard Stoddard
(DD-566) as CIC Officer, operating in the Quemoy and Matsu island group in
the Taiwan Straits with a U.S. naval blockading task group. In
1959, he attended Submarine School, New London, CT and then reported aboard Sablefish
(SS-303) as Assistant Engineering Officer and Supply Officer until 1961 when he
was assigned to Cambria (APA-36) as
Gunnery Officer and Assistant First Lieutenant during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
During shore duty with Ninth Naval District, Great Lakes, IL, LeRoy
earned a MA degree in Education Administration and, in 1965, returned to sea
duty in the Mediterranean aboard Fort
Snelling (LSD-30) serving as “mother ship” for deep-ocean submergence
vehicle (DSV) Aluminaut during recovery operations for two U.S. Air Force aircraft
that had collided off the southern coast of Spain, and later as support ship for
Woods Hole Institute DSV Alvin.
During 1966-1967, he served at Cam Ranh Bay, Republic of Vietnam as
Assistant Officer-in-Charge, Inshore Undersea Warfare Group One, after which he
reported for duty at U.S. Amphibious School, Little Creek, VA.
LeRoy resigned his commission in May 1969.
LeRoy became a Master Teacher at Robert F. Kennedy Youth Center in
Morgantown, WV, a youth institution in the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
In 1975, he transferred to U.S. Penitentiary in Terre Haute, IN as
Assistant Principal where he earned a MS degree in Criminology.
Following a call to ministry in 1984, he earned his BT degree from Toccoa
College, GA, and took up ministry in Temple, Pasadena, and San Antonio, TX.
In 1990, LeRoy served as a Training Developer at U.S. Army Academy of
Health Sciences, Fort Sam Houston, TX. He
pastored the Prayer and Praise Alliance Church in San Antonio until shortly
before his death.
Besides
Catherine, LeRoy is survived by their son, Paul David Haenze of Santa
Cruz, CA; daughters Mary Alice “Mei” Haenze of San Antonio and Barbara Lynne
Haenze LaDue of Windcrest TX; and five grandchildren. Services with full
military honors were held in October at Fort Sam Houston Cemetery.
George
Edward Kenefick (1st Co) (11/4/21)
(April 14, 1936 -
October 10, 2021)
George
Edward Kenefick of Gig Harbor/Tacoma, much-loved husband of Virginia and father
of Karen and Sarah, died in Tacoma on 10 October, 2021 at the age of 85. George
was born Brooklyn, New York, in 1936 and subsequently grew up in Binghamton, New
York, where he attended local schools until he went to the United States Naval
Academy from which he graduated in 1958. George always spoke fondly of his time
there and attended reunions with his classmates when possible.
He joined
the United States Air Force after leaving USNA and loved his career navigating
C130 Bs. He had two tours of duty in the Far East including 991 missions in
Vietnam, and reluctantly retired in 1986 having earned several medals including
the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Meritorious Service Medal as well as a
M.Sc. from Georgia Institute of Technology. Upon leaving the USAF George enjoyed
a new career teaching mathematics at N. Mason schools which he found very
fulfilling.
He is
survived by his wife, Virginia, and elder daughter, Karen Millican.
There will
be a memorial service on November 6 at 1:00 p.m. for George at Agnus Dei
Lutheran Church (of which George was a charter member) 10511 Peacock Hill
Avenue, N.W., Gig Harbor. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of
George Kenefick to the mentorship program at the Port Townsend Aero Museum at
www.ptaeromuseum.com, or mailed to 105 Airport Road, Port Townsend, WA 98368.
Davis
Flood Matheny (Non Grad) (10/22/21)
(March
20, 1936 ~ September 14, 2021)
From
1992 to 2001, Dave and Jean spent part of their summers as Artists in Residence
at Sylvan Lake Lodge in Custer State Park in the Black Hills. Dave drew
portraits while Jean worked on location painting landscapes. They fell in love
with the Black Hills and made annual vacation trips there through 2020. They
also enjoyed several National Review cruises, the last one being a transatlantic
crossing on the Queen Mary 2. They were frequent visitors to the North Shore.
Jean and Dave also made many trips to EAA's Air Venture airshow in Oshkosh,
Wisconsin.
In
September of 2010, Dave and Jean moved to Lake City, where they had met so many
years before, and began slowly renovating their 1897 home. In 2015 they
purchased a 1946 Ercoupe aircraft which they kept at Red Wing Airport, and until
Dave's health declined, they enjoyed many flying adventures together. They
enjoyed the camaraderie of the pilots at the airport, and many a fine summer
evening was spent “hangar flying” with pilot friends after sunset.
Funeral
Service were held Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at 11 am at St. Mary’s of the
Lake Catholic Church with Father Matt Fasnacht and Father Paul Haverstock
officiating. Burial will be at St. Mary’s of the Lake Cemetery in Lake City.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. A rosary service
will be held at 10:40 am at the church. Online condolences may be left for the
family at www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com
Our
family would also like to thank Mayo's in-home hospice team who helped so much
with Dave's care in his final days, especially Kiera, his hospice nurse.
Mahn
Family Funeral & Cremation Services
1022 West Lyon Ave P.O. Box 90
Lake City, MN 55041
Tel: 1-651-345-2113
https://www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/Davis-Matheny
Joseph Daniel Fenick, Jr. (7th C0) (10/14/21)
Update : 10/22/21:
Commander
Joseph D. Fenick, Jr. (May 5, 1935 - October 4, 2021)
Born
on May 5, 1935, Joseph Daniel Fenick, Jr. passed away peacefully at home on
October 4, 2021, after a life fully lived. Born in New York to Joseph and Rose
Fenick and raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut. He graduated from USNA Annapolis
in 1958 with the 7th company. He received his master's degree in Electrical
Engineering at the United States Post Graduate School in Monterey, CA, and
served 28 years in the Navy, retiring as a Commander in 1980, and was awarded a
bronze star for his time in Vietnam. He continued in his engineering career well
into his 70s.Joe built a rich life raising seven children with his loving wife
of 60 years, Madelyn. Though he accomplished much in his career, he was most
proud of the loving and successful family they both raised. In addition to being
a fiercely competitive tennis player, a lifelong lover of bridge, and a gifted
math whiz, Joe was an attentive and interested listener, conversationalist, and
people connector. He coached youth soccer, taught his kids tennis, chess, and
card games, and was often seen piling kids in his wood-paneled station wagon to
attend Padre games, playgrounds, amusement parks, and weekly mass at Our Lady of
Grace. Joe was generous with time, effort, and resources when it came to helping
his family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife, Madelyn (Gavin); two
siblings: Tom Fenick (Marylou) and Marge Dove (Tom); seven children: Sandra
Otteson (Steve), Katheryn Horton (Fred), Bill Fenick (Stephania), Joe Fenick III
(Kristi), Christine Fruehauf (Roy), Michael Fenick (Laura), John Fenick
(Alicia); sixteen grandchildren: Amber, Lacy, Danielle, Cory, Alison, Isaac,
Jack, Joey, Max, Emily, Roy, Esme, Morgan, Grace, Isabella, and Madelyn; and six
great-grandchildren: Phillip, Lily, Noelle, Riley, Abigail, and Zachary. A
celebration of life will be held at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Parish in El
Cajon on October 21, 2021, 1:30-2:30 p.m. A rosary will precede the mass at 1
p.m., and a reception in the Parish Center will follow mass.
Published
by San Diego Union-Tribune on Oct. 17, 2021.
Joe Fenick, 7th company, passed away in his
sleep on Monday 4 October, 2021 from mesothelioma. In addition to being a
great roommate, he was a .great company mate to his 7th company
classmates. Joe was known throughout the brigade from his role of class
photographer. Many of his pictures grace our 1958 Lucky Bag. After
his initial sea tours, Joe went back to grad school and became an Engineering
Duty Officer. In addition to many shipyard and repair facility tours, Joe
served in Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star.
Joe is survived by his lovely wife, Madelyn, and seven
children: Sandra Otterson, Katherine Horton, Bill Fenick, Joe Fenick III,
Christine Fruehauf. Michael Fenick, and John Fenick. He is also survived
by sixteen grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. Joe was so proud of
his family and he and Madelyn made time to love everyone of them. He is
also survived by a brother, Tom and a sister, Marge.
A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Grace Church, El
Cajon, CA at 1:30 on the 21st of October. This will be preceded
a rosary service at 1:00. A reception will be held in the church hall at
2:30. In a family gathering, Joe will be laid to rest at Miramar, 26
October at 9:30 AM
Curtiss Hewitt McGaffin, Jr. (14th Co)
(January 13, 1936 - October 2, 2021)
Curtiss H. McGaffin, Jr passed away on Saturday, October 2nd,
2021 after contracting COVID-19. He was 85 years old.
Curt was born in Baltimore, MD on January 13, 1936 to the late
Audrey Merle (Romoser) and Curtiss Hewitt McGaffin, Sr. He attended the
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute in Baltimore, completing the “A Course”
program while competing on their swim team as a powerful back-stroker. He spent
summers with his lifelong friend, Joel, learning to sail the Chesapeake and
finding out the hard way that, “Red sky at night, sailor’s delight. Red sky
at morning, sailor’s warning.”
Upon graduation, he received nomination and was appointed to
the United States Naval Academy, where the Navy Varsity swim team also benefited
from his back-stroke skills. He honed his sailing expertise as a midshipman, and
was enjoying shore leave in Philadelphia, PA when he met Janet M. Hartley at a
YMCA dance.
Curt graduated from the Naval Academy in 1958 with a general
engineering degree but did not receive a commission because of continued
problems with asthma. He accepted an engineering position with Martin-Marietta
Corporation in Middle River, MD and did Design Assurance work on the Saturn and
other rocket programs. He married Janet in October 1958 and settled in the
Baltimore area, welcoming Linda Marie in the summer of 1959 and Valerie Gail in
the summer of 1961.
After nine years with Martin’s, the family relocated to the
Philadelphia suburbs, where Curt was hired by American Electronic Laboratories,
Inc (AEL). He performed Design Assurance studies and testing of military
airborne jammers from 1967 until his retirement in 2001.
Curt was an active member of Our Lady Help of Christians
Catholic Church (OLHC) in Abington PA for 53 years as a eucharistic minister,
usher, cantor, blood drive organizer, and volunteer with Holy Name Society and
Saint Vincent DePaul Society. He also enjoyed participating in life at Gwynedd
Estates, the continuing care community where he spent his later years. The staff
and residents there fondly remember his gentle nature and especially the huge
smile he wore when enjoying his favorite meal, hard-shell crabs.
Curt is survived by his loving daughter Valerie M. Shoulberg,
son-in-law Mark A. Shoulberg, and Grand-daughter Natalie K. Shoulberg, of
Doylestown, PA, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceding him in
death are his beloved wife Janet M. (Hartley), daughter Linda M., and sister
Marguerite (Rush).
Services and interment private at the convenience of the
family due to ongoing COVID concerns. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
to the American Red Cross.
Services entrusted to the Joseph J. McGoldrick Funeral Home,
Jenkintown, PA. Condolences: www.McGoldrickFH.com
Joseph J. McGoldrick Funeral Home
Phone: (215) 884-0800
507 West Avenue
Jenkintown, PA 19046
https://www.mcgoldrickfh.com/obituaries/Curtiss-H-McGaffin-Jr?obId=22576276
Gail Lockwood Moran (Wife of Mike Moran (24th Co)) (10/14/21)
Gail
Lockwood Moran, 88, passed peacefully on August 29, 2021 surrounded by family
throughout her last hours. Gail is the daughter of the late Esther and Ernest
Johnson of Manchester, CT.
She grew up in Manchester, CT, the oldest of three girls and graduated from
Manchester High School in 1951. Her close group of childhood friends remained in
touch thoughout the entirety of their lives. Gail went on to Bryant College
where she completed her degree. There, she met her first husband, the late
Stephen Lockwood on an outing to the beach. They were married in 1954 and had
three children, finally settling in Rockville, MD. She was a caring wife,
mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
Gail worked for and retired from the City of Rockville. She was active in her
community. She volunteered for the Girl Scouts, belonged to The Garden Club and
The Bridge Club.
Gail met her 2nd husband, Michael Moran when she was in her early sixties, and
they were married 24 joyful years at her passing. Gail and Mike lived in
Gaithersburg, MD for the entirety of their marriage.
Gail Moran is survived by her husband, Michael Moran, daughters Sharon Mancuso
(Dino) of Olney, MD, Deborah Micklus of Atascadero, CA and son Douglas Lockwood
(Julie) of Boyds, MD, step-daughter Monica Rosenquist (John), of Bethesda, MD
and 2 stepsons, Stephen Moran (Carolyn Malon) of West Hartford, CT and David
Moran (April) of Covington, MD. She leaves 2 sisters, Carol Walker (William) of
South Deerfield, MA, Dennise Carter of Manchester, CT, 8 grandchildren, 6
great-grandchildren, numerous cousins, friends and neighbors.
A viewing will be held Sept 7th from 5-7 pm at Pumphrey Funeral Home in
Rockville, MD. A service and burial will be held the following day, Sept 8th,
11am at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Gaithersburg, MD.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to The American Heart
Association.
John Daniel Haney, Jr. (16th Co) (9/21/21)
Lt.
Col. John Daniel Haney Jr. USAF Ret died peacefully on 14 September 2021.
Dan was born in Haddonfield, NJ. on October 31, 1936 the first son of John
Daniel Haney and Mary Augusta (Bell) Haney. Dan spent his early childhood in
Lake Charles, LA. and graduated high school in West Orange, NJ. Receiving his
appointment from NJ, Dan attended the US Naval Academy and graduated in 1958.
Pursuing
his dreams of flight, Dan chose to enter the United States Air Force; where he
served several ground tours in the USAF (in the US and South Korea) prior to
finally gaining entrance to flight school. He flew tours in the F-101, F-102 and
transitioned to prop planes to serve in Vietnam, flying combat missions in the
Douglas Skyraider (A1E). Dan was awarded two Silver Stars (Ret. USAF)and two
DFC’s for actions from January to May, 1967.
Following
his combat tour, Dan returned to the States and flew the F-101 and F-106. Dan
subsequently earned a M.Sc. (Engineering) from George Washington University. He
retired from the Air Force when he thought he would “only be flying a desk”
in June 1978. He worked for the NRA as an Executive Vice-President, he worked
for local engineering firms and later on taught school in Virginia.
His
retirement years were marked by his service to his church and to his community.
He held many service posts in Trinity Episcopal Church, including Vestry
service, choir and missions to Africa and Honduras, among others, and he
was very active with Seven Loaves in our community.
Wherever
he was stationed or lived, Dan spent as much time as he could hunting and
fishing. He was always at home in the fields and forests. He took tremendous
delight in the accomplishments of his family, and he loved his many dogs.
Dad
was predeceased by his daughter Friday Elizabeth and by his brothers Robert R.
and Richard A. Haney. He leaves his wife of 54 years, Annabelle Stovall
Haney, his son Daniel Lloyd Haney and his beloved grandson Colton Metcalfe
Haney, all from Middleburg, VA. Dan leaves his brother Peter, in Canada, and a
niece and nephews in Oregon, Georgia, North Carolina and Canada.
Dan
lived a life of honor, loyalty and service to his country, his family and his
church. He will be deeply missed by those he left.
A
funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, 24 September 2021 at Trinity
Episcopal Church, Upperville, VA, with a small reception to follow. Lt.
Col. John Daniel Haney Jr. (USAF Ret) will be buried in
Arlington National Cemetery sometime next year.
The
family wishes for all stories and memories of Dan to be emailed to [email protected]
or mailed to the family at 34572 Welbourne Road, Middleburg, VA 20117 for later
generations to enjoy.
In
lieu of flowers or gifts, any donations shall be made in Dan’s name to the
Alzheimer’s Association.
Royston
Funeral Homes – Middleburg
106 E. Washington St.
Middleburg, VA 20117
Phone:
540-687-5400
https://www.roystonfuneralhome.net/obituaries/John-Daniel-Haney-Jr?obId=22401948#/obituaryInfo
John David Peters (13th Co) 9/20/21
I regret to inform you
that JD died on 20 Sept 2021. The following is a brief explanation from Joan:
JD was suffering from
Alzheimer's/dementia, but on the 26th of August he took a fall which resulted,
in essence - a tear in the inner aorta membrane. He did not last long
thereafter.
Punchbowl services
will be sometime in October when the 2 granddaughters have a school break.
Carl John Triebes
Jr. (8th Co) (8th Co)
(9/10/21)
(JANUARY 2,
1935 – AUGUST 26, 2021)
Captain
Carl J, Triebes, Jr. USN (Ret), passed away peacefully at his home in The
Woodlands, Texas, on August 26, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.
He died of metastatic bone cancer; he was 86 years old.
Born in
Pueblo, Colorado in 1935, he was the son of the late Carl J. Triebes and Lucille
M. Jones Triebes. He graduated from
Centennial High School, as did both of his parents, and attended Pueblo Junior
College for one year prior to entering the United States Naval Academy under the
congressional appointment of the late Senator Eugene Millikin.
While at
the Naval Academy, he was a member of the Glee Club, on the Lucky Bag staff,
Class Ring and Crest committee, and was manager of the Cross Country team.
He graduated with the class of 1958 and was a member of the 8th Company.
Upon
graduation, Carl was commissioned an Ensign and assigned to USS George Clymer
(APA-27) for one year prior to attending submarine school.
He was qualified in submarines on USS Rock (AGSS-274) and subsequently
served on USS Ronquil (SS-396) before attending Massachusetts Institute of
Technology where he earned a MS Degree in Naval Architecture and Marine
Engineering and a Naval Engineer Degree.
After being
designated Engineering Duty, Carl was assigned to Mare Island Naval Shipyard,
Vallejo, CA where he was a ship superintendent and type desk officer for SSN-637
class submarine construction. Subsequent
assignments included SSN Overhaul Project Manager at SUPSHIP Pascagoula, MS, and
Repair Officer on USS Simon Lake (AS-33) home ported in Rota, Spain.
He then served on the Staff of COMSUBLANT, Norfolk, VA as Maintenance
Officer and completed his Navy career as the Deputy Supervisor of Shipbuilding
at Newport News, VA.
Retiring
from the Navy in 1982, Carl took a position with Transworld Drilling Company in
Lafayette, LA where he was the general manager for Gulf Coast offshore drilling
operations. In 1993 he accepted a
position with American Bureau of Shipping (Quality Evaluations) in Houston, TX
where he was the Director of Audit until retirement in 1998.
Carl is
survived by his wife of 59 years, the former Donna E. Davenport, son Philip and
his wife Margaret Woolverton Triebes of Pflugerville, TX, daughter Paula and her
husband Paul L. Templet of The Woodlands,TX, and grandchildren William and
Katherine Triebes, and Joseph, Benjamin, and Claire Templet.
His parents and sister, Martha, predeceased him.
Carl was a
life member of the Naval Institute, the Naval Submarine League, and the American
Society of Naval Engineers where he served as Chairman of the Tidewater Chapter
in 1981. In 1992 he taught
Engineering Graphics as an adjunct professor at the University of Southwest
Louisiana. For many years he and his
wife delivered Meals on Wheels in their community of The Woodlands, TX.
A committal
service and inurnment will be held at the Naval Academy Columbarium on a date to
be announced.
Ray Sterling Hardy, Jr. (13th Co) 9/10/21
Mary Selma Hardy 9/10/21
Ray Sterling Hardy was born on November 15, 1935, in Oakland, California to Agnes and Raymond Hardy. Ray was raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota and attended the US Naval Academy. He was a competitive sailor and captained the Annapolis offshore racer "Highland Light" all four years at the academy. He entered naval service in 1958 and had a distinguished naval career, serving mainly in the Pacific fleet. Ray was a family man first and foremost and would not pursue transfers that would be difficult for his family. He was a devoted Episcopalian, served in the lay ministry, and was a lifelong Mason, as well.
Mary Selma Hardy (ne Dinant) was born on February 11, 1931, in San Diego to Marian, or Mimi to family and friends, and Paul Dinant. She graduated in 1949 from San Diego High School. Being highly creative, Mary painted pictures and sketched illustrations for local publications and personal pleasure. She wrote comedy material for stand-up comedians and was once offered a position, which she turned down, writing for the Smothers Brothers television show. Mary's greatest interest was in textile arts and she created many beautiful stitchery pictures, quilts, and stuffed toys in her own unmistakable style. In addition to creating her own art, Mary shared her skills and ideas by teaching in schools and workshops. Her ideas and techniques are still an influence on current and future artists.
Mary and Ray were introduced through family friends and
fell in love. They were married on March 7, 1960 in Santa Barbara at the city
hall. they spent their life together with their family moving duty stations, San
Diego, Monterey, Honolulu, Key West and finally back to San Diego Mary and Ray's
life revolved around their children, pets and their many dear friends. Their
holiday feasts were joyous occasions that served as milestones to mark the year
by. They peacefully passed away within a month and a week of each other. Ray
died April 1, 2021 and Mary followed him shortly after on May 8. They are
survived by their family and countless friends. Their sons Paul, Martin and wife
Linda, Frederic and wife Fiona, and James and wife Robin; their grandchildren
Alana, Casey, Rindy, Maraya, Robyn, Sophia, and Izabel; and their
great-grandchildren Brinley, Maelyn, Raylee, Mason, and Levi. There shall be a
celebration of life on September 17, 2021 at ZLAC Rowing Club, 1111 Pacific
Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109, from 1 - 3pm. Please join us to remember the
loving Mary and Ray.
Kenneth Francis Mitchell (10th Co) 9/1/21
Update 01/15/22
Dear Classmates,
Just to ensure that you have the full info
on the event I am sending complete details for it. I also need a positive
response if you expect to attend.
The funeral service is February 2, 2022 at
2PM in the Main Chapel at USNA. The inurnment at the Columbarium will
follow immediately, The club will be available after the funeral service for
those not desiring to attend the inurnment at the Columbarium.
Indoor Events: ANY indoor event that
contains a dining and/or alcohol service component: ‐ Masks:
Required, except while eating and drinking. ‐ Proof of vaccination,
or negative test within 72 hrs: required for all participants. Proof of
Vaccination: o Guests must be “fully vaccinated.” o “Fully vaccinated”
is defined as starting – 2 weeks after receiving the second of 2 doses of
Pfizer/BioNTech or Moderna vaccine, or 2 weeks after receiving the single dose
Johnson & Johnson vaccine. o For those who received an alternate vaccination
(typically individuals living outside the US), “fully vaccinated” will be
based on those vaccines approved by the World Health Organization and may
include alternate vaccinations (e.g., AstraZeneca/Oxford, etc.) o Guests shall
provide proof of vaccination (CDC COVID‐19 Vaccination Card, digital copy,
or equivalent record) upon event check‐in. Proof of vaccination shall be
maintained by guests when onboard the Naval Academy. Documentation of Negative
Test: o In lieu of vaccination documentation, individuals may present
documentation of a negative test, conducted within 72 hours of the commencement
of the event. o Proof of negative test documentation shall be maintained by
guests when onboard the Naval Academy.
Update 10/31/21
LCDR
Kenneth Francis Mitchell, US Navy (ret) passed away peacefully at home on
Sunday, August 29,2021 at the age of 85 surrounded by loved ones. Ken
“Mitch” Mitchell was born in Brooklyn, New York on August 26, 1936 to
Kenneth William Mitchell and Adelaide Gregory Mitchell. Throughout his life he
treasured memories of growing up in Brooklyn surrounded by cousins, especially
favorite cousins Joan Marie Glover and Noreen Goodwin.
He moved
with his parents to California in 1948 and at the outbreak of the Korean War
traveled by ocean liner to the territory of Hawaii where his father was
stationed at Pearl Harbor. He spent his teenage years exploring the forests and
beaches around Oahu and developing his love of the ocean and traditional
Hawaiian surfing. He developed his lifelong fascination with aviation growing up
around Hickam Field and stowed away on a flight to Guam at the age of 15.
He returned
to the mainland in 1954 to attend the United States Naval Academy and was a
member of the Class of 1958. He maintained lifelong friendships with his
classmates in Company 10, particularly with the families of late classmates Dick
Lovejoy and Odie O’Donnell, whose families became extensions of his own. He
sponsored godson Chris Lovejoy as a midshipman and regularly attended Class of
58reunions throughout his life, undeterred by health issues in his later years.
After
graduation from the Academy, Ken Mitchell attended flight training school in
Pensacola, Florida and Corpus Christi, Texas and embarked on a career as a Naval
Aviator in 1960. He joined Anti-Submarine Warfare Squadron 34 and served both
ashore at Quonset Point and on the aircraft carrier USS Essex, surviving the
North Atlantic storm that severely damaged the vessel and distinguishing himself
as a member of the U.S. Naval Blockade Force during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
He
completed one of the most difficult curricula at the Naval Post Graduate School
in 1965, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in electronic engineering. He
earned a Naval Achievement Medal as a Flight Instructor and Quality Control
Officer for VT-31 in Corpus Christi, Texas and served as Training and
Administration Officer for VS-38 in North Island, California. His tour as an
Aircraft Commander in the Vietnam conflict at the Gulf of Tonkin earned the
Meritorious Unit Commendation and the VietnamService Medal. He returned to the
Naval Academy in 1970, where he taught Electrical Engineering andserved in the
Naval Systems Engineering Command.
He retired
from the Navy in 1978 and embarked on a new career as a member of the senior
technical taff of a technology think
tank, Propulsion Dynamics, Inc. in Annapolis where he developed cutting edge
computer control systems for Navy ships.
Mitch is
survived by his wife Pauline (Polly) Bower Mitchell; daughters from his first
marriage to Shirley Sowell Mitchell, Cathryn Mitchell Reid and her husband
William, and Carolyn Mitchell; step daughter Carlyle Menne Jacinto and her
husband Noel; step son Peter Menne; son Kenneth William Mitchell, II and his
wife Kristin; daughter Grace Mitchell Westreich and her husband Jonathan;
grandchildren Jay and Tony Jacinto and Linat, Shirite and Nathan Westreich; his
brother Robert Mitchell and sisters Deborah Mitchell Burger and Geraldine
Mitchell Obi; many fondly remembered cousins from New York; his godson LTCOL
Christopher Lovejoy, USMC (ret) and numerous friends from the U.S. Naval Academy
Class of 1958.
Visitation
will be at Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road in Edgewater on
Wednesday November 3, 2021 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00-8:00 pm. A
service will be held at the U.S. Naval Academy Main Chapel on Wednesday,
February 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm
Russell Vernon Mowery (21st Co) (08/10/21)
On August 9, 2021, Russell Mowery passed away peacefully at
his home in Portsmouth, Rhode Island with his wife Nancy and children beside
him. Born in Canton, Ohio on May 25, 1934, Russ always had a song in his heart.
He attended Washington High School in Massillon, Ohio where, as Drum Major, he
struck up the Massillon Tiger Swing Band with his forward strut. He brought his
buoyant spirit to the U.S. Naval Academy in 1954, graduating in 1958. Russ
earned his wings as a naval aviator in 1959 and obtained his master of education
from the University of Virginia in 1966. He went on to serve his country during
the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War and the Cold War as well as other
numerous missions. When a fellow aviator's plane and entire crew was downed
during the Vietnam War, Russ volunteered to step in to take his place and finish
his mission. He primarily flew the P-3 Orion, the world's premier antisubmarine
and maritime surveillance air craft.
Russ served in several squadrons and flew multiple deployments, seeing almost
every corner of the globe. One particular highlight of his service was being
stationed as an exchange instructor with the Canadian Forces in Greenwood, Nova
Scotia, a rare honor for an American servicemen (1969-1972).
He went on to become the Commanding Officer of VP8 (also known as the
"Tigers") in Brunswick, Maine. That service was a source of special
pride to him, and he was admired and beloved as Commander of the P-3 Orion unit.
His last assignment was at the Naval War College in Newport where he served
until he retired until 1979. Russ began his civilian career in financial
planning, but found a new professional home in real estate, where he excelled at
helping others find their homes. He worked first for Carey, Richmond &
Viking and then became part-owner of Redwood Viking. Russ's clients were
uniformly impressed by his warmth, integrity, good humor, and professionalism.
Russ Mowery was blessed in his personal as well as professional life. He married
his high school sweetheart, Nancy Anne Russell as his wife in 1958. They had
four children, and the couple celebrated 63 years of marriage in June. Russ was
devoted to his family and friends - known to all as a "stand-up guy,"
one who could be counted on. He saw the best in others and was always eager to
help. Russ was an active parishioner and a lector at St. Barnabas Catholic
Church for many years. He enjoyed both golf and duplicate bridge. Russ is
preceded in death by his son Ronald Mowery and is survived by his wife Nancy,
three of their children: Michael Mowery, Mary Anne Mowery Segerson, Teresa Anne
Mowery, seven grandchildren: Christopher Segerson, Katie Zilgme, Kevin Segerson,
Rachel Mowery, Kelly Mowery, Charlotte Mowery and Layla Mowery and his first
great grandson, Victor Segerson Zilgme (born July 11, 2021).
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 12, 2021, at 10:00 AM in St.
Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871. Burial will be
private.
William Raymond Bumgardner (22nd Co) (08/10/21)
Ray Bumgardner (22Co.) died December 31, 2020 as a result of
colon cancer.
Nancy Stremic (Wife of Tony Stremic (20th Co) (8/10/21)
From Nancy's Daughter:
Nancy Stremic of Haymarket, Virginia, formerly of Norristown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on July 28,2020. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Lynn Johnson of Gainesville, Virginia (husband Chris) and granddaughters Kelly Johnson of St. Petersburg, Florida and Meghan Johnson of St. Augustine, Florida; Son, David Stremic of Round Hill, Virginia (wife Maria); Sister, Janet Zimmerman (husband Bill); Nieces, Karen Corkery (husband Gerry and family), Kathi Rees (husband Jay and family), Tammy Slivka (husband Jeff and family), Wendy McElhinney (husband Kevin and family), and Cindy Hussie (husband Kieran and family).
Nancy was born December 22, 1934 in Reading, PA. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy Ughes. She grew up in Norristown, PA. Nancy graduated from Bryn Mawr College as a registered nurse. Nancy married Anthony Stremic in August 1958. She worked at various hospitals in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and California depending upon where her husband was stationed in the United States Marine Corps. She finished her nursing career as the clinic aide at White Oaks Elementary in Burke, VA. She worked there for over 20 years and enjoyed every minute of it.
Nancy adored her family and loved being a mother to her three children (Son, Mark Stremic of Haymarket, Virginia, passed away in 2014) and a grandmother to her two granddaughters. Nancy loved the beach and spent many summer days on the Jersey shore or on the beach in Corolla, North Carolina. She also enjoyed feeding the many birds, especially the crows, and squirrels that visited her backyard. We love you, Moo, and we are so thankful you were our Mom and Grandmother. You are with Markie and Dad and Jesus now and we know that makes you happy! The service at Quantico will be private.
Contributions
can be made in her memory to St. Jude Research Children's Hospital: https://www.stjude.org/
Edwin Barden Smedberg (19th Co)
(8/9/21)
Update 12/10/21
Ted's Funeral Services will be on Monday, December 20th at Arlington National Cemetery. Meet at the Arlington National Cemetary Admin building at 1015. Everyone attending must have a valid I.D. This will be checked at the gate along with your vehicle. Anyone who who does not have an ID needs to go to the following website to get a visitors pass:
https://pass.aie.army.mil/jbmhh
Everyone is invited to a reception at the Ft Myer
Officer’s Club after the cemetery service.
Beverly Smedberg <<[email protected]>>
Nancy Smedberg Nugent<<[email protected]>>
Update 8/26/21
Obituary:
Capt. Edwin Barden Smedberg (USN Ret.)
(13 JULY, 1934 – 7 AUGUST, 2021)
Captain Edwin Barden "Ted"
Smedberg, USN (Ret) died quietly in his sleep with his wife and a few of his
children at his side at Walter Reed National Medical Center on 7 August, 2021.
Born in Annapolis, MD on 13 July, 1934, he was the son of Vice Admiral and Mrs.
William R. Smedberg, III. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy on 4 June
1958.
Soon after graduation, on 7 June 1958, Ted
married Beverly Hogle, the daughter of Vice Admiral and Mrs. Reynold D. Hogle,
He then entered flight training and received his "Wings of Gold" as a
Naval Aviator on 25 January 1960 in Corpus Christi, TX.
Upon receiving his wings, Ted served in
various Ant-Submarine (VS) squadrons. Those tours were interspersed with shore
duty at the Naval Academy, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, and the
Bureau of Naval Personnel. His first command was the Navy Recruiting District in
Dallas. This was followed by Command of VS-29, the first Pacific Fleet Squadron
to deploy the S-3A Viking. Following a tour as Deputy Commander of the Navy
Recruiting Command, Ted was selected for major shore command and served as
Commander, Navy Recruiting Area Seven, headquartered in Dallas. After two years
in Dallas, he was assigned as Commanding Officer of the Naval Air Facility
Atsugi, Japan.
His final tour of duty was with the Office
of Naval Research in Washington, DC. Ted logged 4,300 hours in Naval aircraft
and amassed 420 carrier landings, 260 of which were night operational landings.
In addition to various campaign and unit awards his personal awards include the
Legion of Merit, five Meritorious Service medals and one strike flight Air
Medal.
Upon retiring from active duty in 1987, he
committed his second career to the Roman Catholic Faith through 30+ years of
service at St. John Academy in McLean, VA as an administrator as well as a tutor
in Math and Science. He particularly enjoyed mentoring struggling students. He
also was a strong supporter of youth sports, particularly baseball where he
served as a little league umpire for many years. An avid golfer, he was
instrumental in organizing annual outings to Hilton Head with his Naval Academy
classmates for over 20 years.
He is survived by Beverly, his wife of 63
years, five children, 14 grandchildren and eight great-grand children with two
more on the way.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St.
John the Beloved in McLean on 13 August, 2021. He will be interred in Arlington
National Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in
Ted’s name to Shriners Hospitals for Children, St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital, or Divine Mercy Care.
Murphy Funeral Homes
1102 West Broad Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
703-533-0341
Update: 8/10/21
Funeral Arrangements
Wake
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
Murphy’s Funeral Home
1102 West Broad St.
Falls Church, VA 22046
Mass
Friday Aug 13, 2021
St. John the Beloved
6420 Linway Terrace
McLean, VA 22101
From Gordo:
I regret to inform you that after a lengthy battle with cancer Ted died on 7 Aug.
John Thomas Wells, Jr. (19th Co)
Update: 8/10/21 : Obituary
John T. Wells, Jr. ‘58
John was born in
Burgaw, NC, was raised in Eastern North Carolina and graduated as Valedictorian
from Burgaw High School in 1953. After
High School he attended the University of North Carolina prior to getting a
Congressional Appointment to the United States Naval Academy. In
1954 he entered the Academy with the Class of 1958 and graduated with the 19th
company on June 4, 1958. Upon
graduation he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United
States Air Force and married Nancy Beisber of Elm Grove Wisconsin on graduation
day.
Subsequently, he
attended various flight training courses and also served as an instructor.
In 1964 John was assigned to the U.S. European Command in Wiesbaden,
Germany in an Intelligence capacity and then went to the Strategic Air Command
(SAC) with flight duty in Reconnaissance operations.
He flew in Vietnam during the war. Other
requirements were met in South East Asia and Korea.
He accrued over 100 combat missions in the process.
Awards included the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) with one oak leaf
cluster, the Air Medal with eleven oak leaf clusters, and the Joint Service
Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster.
After retiring
from the Air Force in 1979, John served in Aero Space operations at the Florida
Space Center, initially, at the Naval Ordnance Test Unit.
Later he took a position with McDonnell Douglas (later Boeing) at the
Kennedy Space Center in support of Space Shuttle Operations until fully retiring
in 1992.
John is survived
by his wife of 63 years, the former Nancy Beisber of Elm Grove, Wisconsin, sons
Robert and Richard, daughter-in-law Danielle, daughter Jennifer, two
grandchildren, Mathew and Rebekah, and a brother James
Barden Wells.
Services were
held Friday, July 30, 2021 at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
John
T. Wells Jr. & Taylor Keith ‘58
William Edwin Davis Geoghegan (Non Grad) (7/29/61)
William
Edwin Davis Geoghegan, Jr “Ed”, 86, of Pinehurst, NC died Monday morning,
June 14, 2021, peacefully at home.
Mr.
Geoghegan was born in Cambridge, Maryland on February 18, 1935, to the late
William Edwin Davis and Sally Branch Geoghegan.
He attended Valley Forge Military Academy in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and
later attended the US Naval Academy. He completed his studies in mechanical
engineering at George Washington University. After graduating, Ed began his own
mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design firm in the DC metropolitan
area from 1963 until his retirement in 2004.Mr. Geoghegan led his team in the
design of innovative MEP systems for commercial work such as office buildings,
schools, and churches both locally and internationally.
He was very instrumental in promoting the use of geothermal systems.
When asked where the mechanical room would be located, he would take
people to the football field and say, “you are standing on it”. He
participated in design-build teams to design geothermal systems for entire
military bases including the housing units in the United States and abroad. Mr.
Geoghegan resided with his family for 30 years in Frederick, Maryland before
retiring to Pinehurst in 2004. He
was an active member of Pinehurst United Methodist Church and a member of Moore
County Men’s Republican Club. Ed
was preceded in death by his sister, Alberta Ingram; son, Andrew Morrow
Geoghegan.
Mr.
Geoghegan is survived by his wife, Gayle; 7 children, John Geoghegan of
Haymarket, VA, Abigail Geoghegan (Christi Blauwkamp) of Yucca Valley, CA,
Kimberly (Jonathan) Dressler of Davidson, Scott (Laura) Geoghegan of N. Palm
Beach, Fl, Jennifer (Steven) Ryall of Bethany Beach, DE, James (Brandi)
Geoghegan of Concord, April Geoghegan of Johnson City, TN; his brother, David
(Libby) Geoghen of Hydes, MD; 15 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; 3
great-grandchildren.
Also
survived by Sister-in-law, Carolyn (Paul) Shafer of Pinehurst; Brother-in-Law,
William (Diane) Palmer of Naples, FL; many loved nieces & nephews.
A memorial
service will be held at Pinehurst United Methodist Church, 4111 airport Rd.,
Pinehurst, NC, Monday, June 21st at 3:00 pm with Pastor David Beam officiating.
In lieu of
flowers, donations may be sent to First Health Hospice Foundation, 150
Applecross Rd, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
Care of the
family is entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home-Aberdeen.
Crumpler
Funeral Home-Aberdeen
Mailing Address:
40229
US 1 Hwy S.
Aberdeen, NC 28315
Tel:
1-910-944-9400
https://sandhillssentinel.com/obituary-for-william-edwin-davis-geoghegan-jr-of-pinehurst/
John Frank Gamboa (17th Co) (07/09/21)
August 12, 1933-July 8.2021
Update 7/30/21
Frank Gamboa Memorial
From Gordo:
The loss of one of our Class Leaders, Frank Gamboa, has caused
a large number of you to indicate your interest in a donation in his memory. I
have arranged with the Alumni Association for a semi-automatic process that will
enable you to make a donation to the ’58 created Chuck Larson Memorial Fund in
Frank’s memory. As part of this process his widow, Linda, will be notified.
Here is the process:
Simply dial 1-410-295-4115. Ask for Liz Root. She is the
Director of the Gift Administration Team. If she is not there, all of her
assistants can handle this as well. Tell her that you wish to donate (whatever
amount) in Frank’s memory to the Larson Memorial Fund (65580200). Provide the
responder with your credit card number. If you prefer to send a check, simply
explain that to the responder and get the address. It is that simple.
If you have any problem with this process, please call me at
703-437-0074.
Gordo
Update: 07/13/21
From Gordo:
Dear Classmates,
John "Frank" Gamboa passed away on July 8, 2021 of
complications following hip replacement surgery.
Funeral service at the Church of the Holy Comforter, in
Vienna, Virginia, will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, August 10, 2021.
A reception at the church will follow the service.
An Inurnment Service at the U S. Naval Academy Columbarium, in
Annapolis, Maryland, will be at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, August 11, 2021.
A reception will follow at the Naval Academy Officers and
Faculty Club.
The following contains an obituary on his Funeral Home page:
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/fairfax-va/john-gamboa-10263090
I will be forwarding info shortly regarding appropriate
memorial donation procedures.
Gordo
Obituary (7/13/21)
Frank Gamboa died of
Parkinson’s complications following hip replacement surgery on July 8, 2021.
He was 88 years old. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Linda, his
son Jack and granddaughter Emma, of Portland, Oregon, and his daughter Judy and
granddaughter Loren, of Middleburg, Virginia.
A native of Lone
Pine, California, Frank was the third child of Enriqueta and Teodulo Gamboa, who
fled Mexico during the Revolution. He and his 6 siblings were first generation
Americans. He graduated from Lone Pine High School, attended Los Angeles Junior
College, and graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1958, in the 17th
Company. He earned a Communications Engineering degree from the Navy
Postgraduate School, and a Masters Degree in Government from University of
Maryland.
Frank was a Surface
Warfare officer who served on shore duty in the U.S., as well as in Korea,
Bahrain, and Panama; and on ships in both the Pacific and Atlantic Fleets. He
commanded USS Fort Fisher (LSD-40) , USS Vancouver (LPD-2), and he was Commodore
of the 7 ships in Amphibious Squadron 3 in the Pacific Fleet. He also commanded
the Naval Communications Station Balboa, in the Panama Canal Zone. He served in
the Pentagon as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Equal Opportunity.
Frank retired from the Navy after 30 years of service. Frank Gamboa’s service
awards include: the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Navy Meritorious Service
Medal (3 awards), the Joint Service Commendation Medal (2 awards), and the Navy
Commendation Medal, and several campaign and unit award ribbons.
Frank
served as Vice President of the USNA Class of 1958, giving generously of his
time, and successfully nominated 5 members of the class of 1958 for USNA
Distinguished Graduate Awards. From 1994 to 2006, he and Linda ran Gamboa
International Corporation, an environmental management consulting company.
During John McCain’s 2000 Presidential Campaign. Frank
was a surrogate speaker and Coordinator for Veterans and POWs. Frank
was often interviewed and featured in biographies in print and film for his
longtime friendship with John McCain, who was his roommate at the Naval Academy
and a dear friend.
Frank
wrote his memoir, El Capitan, the Making of an American Naval Officer, in 2011.
He developed a management plan for success for future Surface Warfare Officers,
through “Another Link in the Chain,” a mentorship program linking the class
of 1958 with the class of 2008. He was a loyal Navy Football and ‘58 tailgate
fan.
Frank
was a parishioner who served as an usher, and on the Senior Saints Ministries at
the Church of the Holy Comforter in Vienna, Virginia.
In
Frank’s memory, you may wish to donate to the Naval Academy Chuck Larson
Ethical Leadership Fund, or to the Church of the Holy Comforter
in Vienna, Virginia.
From Gordo: (7/9/21)
I am
profoundly saddened to have to report that Frank Gamboa, one of our class
leaders, died this morning (8 July) at 0700. Frank had been bravely
fighting Parkinsons Disease as well as personal physical problems.
He will
be sadly missed. I will report on funeral arrangements as soon as I have them.
Ralph John Carestia (20th Co) 07/9/21)
Update from Pete Russell
Ralph Carestia Obituary
Ralph
Carestia, of Rockville, MD, died on 8 July 2021. He was born on 19 June 1936 in
Pottsville, PA to Anthony Carestia and Angeline Mete, in the heart of
Pennsylvania’s anthracite coal region.
Ralph
loved sports and was very athletic. He received All-American football honors as
a fullback in high school, and State of Pennsylvania honors in track for both
low hurdles and javelin throw.
He entered the Naval Academy by competitive presidential appointment,
graduating with the Class of 1958, 20th Company.
At the Academy he played football and excelled on the varsity track team,
reaching the Penn State Relays.
Ralph was commissioned Ensign, U.S. Navy Supply Corps.
Ralph’s
first “assignment” was to trade in his cleats to marry his bride of 63
years, the former Shirley Stromberg of Silver Spring, MD whom he met at the 1956
Navy-Notre Dame football game in Baltimore. After attending Navy Supply Corps
School in Athens, GA, he served afloat as Supply Officer of USS
Purdy (DD-734) out of Newport, RI, then ashore in logistics at Naval
Security Stations at Fort Meade, MD and in Washington DC, until concluding his
active Navy service as a Lieutenant in 1962.
Ralph then joined Stromberg Sheet Metal Works in Beltsville, MD. The
company was founded in 1940 by his father-in-law Paul Stromberg. Ralph soon
became part owner of the company which rapidly grew and, after 25 years, they
sold the company to its employees. During the ensuing years, Ralph became the
owner of a refrigeration company, two warehouses, and a supply company, all of
which he later sold, and in 1993 he purchased the Studebaker’s nightclubs in
Rockville and Tyson's Corner, VA; and a restaurant in Germantown, MD. By 2005
Ralph had sold or closed the nightclubs and restaurant to retire and reflect on
"a real fun period in my life" as he phrased it.
Ralph
was a 4th degree Knights of Columbus member and former President of his
neighborhood association. He coached soccer, could be found at every football
game of his son and grandsons, was a “true believer” in the Washington
Redskins, an avid golfer, and loved skiing. He had a corny sense of humor and
loved to laugh and enjoy life to the fullest.
Ralph
is survived by his wife, Shirley, and five children: a son, Anthony Carestia,
and four daughters, Debbie Thompson, Sandy Mercer, Karen Crocker, and Angela
Tranquil; twelve grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A celebration of
life was held on 15 July 2021 in Rockville, MD.
I
James Roger Lyons (6th Co) (7/9/21)
October 6, 1935 – June 30, 2021
James
Roger Lyons, U.S.N. Cdr. (Ret.), of Annandale, died Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at
INOVA Hospital. He was born in Easton on October 6, 1935, to the parents of
William Raymond Lyons and Sara Rittenhouse Lyons.
James
(who went by Roger) graduated from Easton High School and attended Johns Hopkins
University before entering the United States Naval Academy and graduating in
1958. He married his beloved wife, Katherine Johnston Lyons, and completed sea
duty before attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to earn a Civil
Engineering degree and join the U.S.N. Civil Engineer Corps.
During
his naval career he was stationed in Virginia, South Carolina, Vietnam, Spain,
Rhode Island, and Washington D.C, the last where he earned an MBA from George
Washington University. His naval experiences included: a brief stint following
the Galveston (CLG-3) from port to yard and back, preparation for facilities for
the Poseidon system and the Air Force’s C5A, and later taking command of the
U.S. Naval Mobile Construction (Seabee) Battalion 40 in Guam. He returned to the
D.C area and was stationed there until retiring from the Navy. He then embarked
on his second career with George Washington University as the Director of
Facilities and Planning. With GWU he managed design, construction, and
maintenance of the university’s real property until his final retirement.
Rog
loved golfing, hunting, fishing, and his family. He
is survived by his wife Katherine, two children: Kate
Herndon (Todd), John Lyons (Joanne), and four grandchildren: Chris, Daniel,
Virginia, and Michelle.
James Simon Silldorf (5th Co) 7/5/21
From Lance Massey:
Jim Silldorff died on 1 January 2020.
In recognition of his military service, James was laid to rest
at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery on January 22, 2020. The Neptune
Society of Fairfield, CA, was entrusted with his final arrangements.
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Dennis Michael Cunningham (18th Co) (6/25/21)
Update 7/5/21:
Dennis M.
(Mike) Cunningham, Lieutenant Colonel, USMC (Ret.) of Locust Grove, VA, died at
his home on Monday, June 21, 2021 from lung and brain cancers resulting from
exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam. He would have been 85 years old on June 29,
2021.
Mike was
born in South Bend, IN on June 29, 1936 to John C. and Janet M. (Cunningham)
Finn of Orillia, Ontario. He was adopted by James A. and Mary L. (Talbert)
Cunningham of South Bend, IN. He attended Wabash High School until 1952 when the
family moved to Lafayette, IN and transferred to Culver Military Academy
graduating in 1954. He received a congressional appointment to the United States
Naval Academy and graduated with the 18th Company in the Great Class of 1958. He
was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps.
Mike served
at various posts and stations throughout the Corps as an Infantry Officer until
retiring at Quantico in June of 1981. While stationed at the Marine Barracks in
Norfolk, VA he met Clara (Maxine) Scott of Marion, VA. They were married from
June 1961 until her death in April 2003. Together, they raised four children,
Mark, Theodore, Sydma and James.
Mike
participated in combat operations in the Dominican Republic in 1965, serving as
Headquarters Commandant of the 6th MEU, and in the Republic of Viet Nam with
First Battalion, First Marines in 1966-67. He commanded Alfa Company and served
as the Battalion Operations Officer. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Navy
Commendation Medal, both with Combat V's. In addition, he was awarded several
other personal and unit decorations, including a Meritorious Service Medal, a
Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry and two Presidential Unit Citations.
During
Mike's active service, he earned a master's degree in Technology of Management
from American University under the Marine Corps' Special Education Program and a
Master of Business Administration degree while serving as the Executive Officer
of the NROTC unit at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He was also a graduate of
the Armed Forces Staff College.
Following
retirement from the Marine Corps in 1981, Mike joined MCI Communications
Corporation in Washington, D.C., retiring in 1996. He then served on the adjunct
faculties of University of Mary Washington and Germanna Community College in
Fredericksburg, VA until 2010.
In 2009,
Mike met Dorothy (Dottie) Hanners. After an extended courtship, they married on
St. Patrick's Day in 2020. They loved to travel, square dance, attend plays and
concerts, and to spend time with family, friends, and each other. Among their
fondest memories were gatherings with their blended and extended families. The
Outer Banks of NC, Myrtle Beach, SC and Manitoulin Island in Canada were among
their favorite locations. "Uncle Mike's Place" in Fredericksburg, VA
was the gathering place for extended families from the United States and Canada
to share love and celebrate the holidays.
Mike is
preceded in death by his wife Maxine, son Mark Hatzopoulos of Norfolk, VA,
brother William Finn of Aurora, ON and son-in-law Gray Williamson of Bethany WV.
Mike is
survived by his loving wife and companion Dottie, his sons Theodore Hatzopoulos
of Norfolk, VA and James Cunningham of Miami, FL, and his daughter Sydma
Hatzopoulos of Bethany, WV. He is also survived by two grandchildren, Nicolas
Hatzopoulos and Sara Hatzopoulos Yeiser, and two great granddaughters. Also
surviving are his brother Murray Finn and wife, Linda, of Elliot Lake, ON, his
cousin Al Cunningham and wife, Mary, of Kitchener, ON, several nieces, nephews,
grandnieces and grandnephews, and Dottie's two sons, James and Christopher, and
their families.
Funeral
arrangements are being handled by Johnson Funeral Home, Locust Grove, VA. A
memorial service will be held at Lake of the Woods Church, Locust Grove, VA at
11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 1, 2021. Burial at Quantico National Cemetery
follows at 1:00 p.m. Family and friends are invited to a memorial reception to
be held in the National Museum of the Marine Corps Medal of Honor Lobby at 1:30
p.m.
In lieu of
flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mike's memory to the American Cancer
Society.
An online
guestbook is available at johnsoncares.com.
Johnson
Funeral Home & Crematory
31440 Constitution Hwy
Locust Grove, VA 22508
6/25/21
Mike Cunningham’s (18th Co) wife advised that
Mike passed away on 21 June. Mike has suffered with cancer for a number of
years and was in hospice care when he passed. Mike’s funeral is
scheduled to be held at 1400 on July 1st at the Lake of the Woods
Church . Thereafter Mike’s body will be buried at the Quantico National
Cemetery.
Lake of the Woods Church
1 Church Lane
Locust Grove, VA 22508
Mike’s wife is Dottie Hanners. Her contact info is: 540-455-3427; email
address: [email protected].
John Thorpe Pettit, Jr. (7th Co) (6/16/21)
From Jack's daughter, Dawn:
Jack Pettit passed away June11, 2021 several days after hip surgery from a blood clot. Jack's wife, Marge, is at Lake View Nursing Home at 2425 Lower State Road in Doylestown, Pa. 18901 and is recovering from pancreatic cancer surgery, and is not expected to live more than 3 months from now. Jack will be cremated and his ashes will be kept at the funeral home until his wife passes and is cremated. Then the two of them will be buried together in Doylestown, according to their daughter. No flowers are necessary, again according to their daughter
Sandra T. Pidgeon (Wife of Bob Pidgeon (2nd Co)) (5/14/21)
Sandra T.
Pidgeon
(June 22, 1936 - May 01, 2021)
Sandra T.
Pidgeon 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday May1st after an extended stay at
Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She is predeceased by her
husband Robert H. Pidgeon. Sandra is survived by her children, Kevin Murphy,
Jill Baboulis, Brian Murphy, Matthew Murphy and their families. She is also
survived by a sister Celeste who resides in Florida and a brother Mark who lives
in California, bother-in-law David Pidgeon of New haven Vt., sister-in-law Linda
and Howard Kelton of East Middlebury, VT and their family, several cousins and
dear friends Frank and Michelle Kurek of Westford VT.
Sandra was
born June 22nd 1936, daughter of Royce and Elaine (Provost) Tucker in Vergennes
VT. She graduated from Vergennes High School in 1954 and attended Castleton
College.
Sandra’s
childhood was spent growing up both in Vergennes and in Boston. One of her
favorite things to do in Boston was to spend her days at the Museum.
Sandra had
two careers in life; first as a School Teacher and then later in life as an
Interior Designer. She often remarked how much she enjoyed both. She and Rob
moved several times together but always called Vermont home.
A special
thanks to Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center for making her stay
as comfortable as possible and for continually thinking outside of the box in
order to make it so.
Sandra will
have a Committal Service along with Rob at the Columbarium located on the
grounds of the Naval Academy in Annapolis Maryland in July.
Sanderson
Funeral Service
117 South Main Street
Middlebury, Vermont 05753
(802)
388-2311
https://www.sandersonfuneralservice.com/obituary/sandra-pidgeon
Kenneth Lewis Gebhart (14th Co) (5/6/21)
Kenneth L. Gebhart, 85, passed away
Thursday, April 29, 2021, peacefully surrounded by his family. He was a loving
husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
He had a long and varied career in
aviation as a Naval Aviator flying patrol planes, and also as an Air Force pilot
flying fighters. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy in 1958, he went on to
earn a Master’s degree in Physics from the University of Louisville (his
original hometown). He went to work for Boeing in Wichita as a Flight Test
Engineer in 1965 and rose to being its Chief of Flight Operations, and Chief
Test Pilot in 1980.
Meanwhile, in 1972, he founded
Celestaire, Inc., a company selling celestial navigation equipment. To promote,
and test his theories, he made several flights across both the Atlantic and
Pacific oceans in single engine Cessnas, using the only available navigation
system at that time - celestial. Ken went to China in 1986 to procure marine
sextants. After concluding a joint venture there, Celestaire rose to be the
largest distributor of sextants and related publications in the world. In 1990
he took early retirement from Boeing at age 55 to devote full time to running
his company.
Ken enjoyed traveling internationally
to visit his many worldwide dealers, and to exhibit at trade shows. Although
much of his social life was outside of Wichita, he enjoyed sharing and learning
from his many friends at the World Trade Council of Wichita, and the Wichita
Committee for Foreign Relations. He was also an Associate Fellow of the Society
of Experimental Test Pilots, and an avid member of the Order of Quiet Birdmen.
Ronald
Briscoe Kirk (9th Co) (4/27/21)
Ronald
Briscoe Kirk, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on September 17, 2020. He was 87
years old. Born in Knoxville, TN, on September 14, 1933, Ron attended schools in
both Knoxville and Oak Ridge, and graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1950.
Ron attended both the University of Tennessee, and the United States Naval
Academy.
Upon
graduation in 1958, Ron served as an Engineering Officer on several ships
throughout his Naval Career. In Civil Service from 1966 to 1973, he was Head of
the Engineering Branch Quality Assurance Dept at the Naval Weapons Station in
Yorktown, VA. Returning to Tennessee in 1973, Ron then spent 11 years as a Chief
Quality Engineer for the Clinch River Breeder Reactor Plant for TVA in Oak
Ridge. Ron was later self-employed as an Engineering Consultant, and as a
photographer. His 50-year love of photography was his great joy, and he turned
it into a business, taking team and sports action pictures for Powell High
School, as well as photographing local models in the Knoxville area.
He spent
his retirement years with several four-legged companions. He was a benefactor
for the local animal shelter, Young Williams, as well as several local young
people. He also sponsored children abroad through World Vision.
Ron was
preceded in death by his sister, Sandra Kirk Gambacorta, both his adoptive
father, James Henry Kirk, and his birth father, Roscoe C. Word, and his mother,
Julia Briscoe Kirk. He is survived by his sister, Julia Kirk Phillips, his son,
James Franklin Kirk, his daughter, Marianne Kirk Fallen, his grandchildren, many
nieces, a nephew, and several grandnieces and a grandnephew.
A Memorial
Service is planned for May 1st at 11:00 a.m. at Berry Highland West in
Knoxville. The family has requested that all those who plan to attend adhere to
social distancing guidelines and wear facial coverings. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations may be made to Young Williams Animal Center. Online
condolences may be left at www.BerryHighlandWest.com.
Berry
Highland West
9913 SHERRILL BLVD
Knoxville, TN 37932
865-693-9547
Published
in Knoxville News Sentinel from Apr. 15 to Apr. 30, 2021.
Stanley Wiklinski (17th Co) (4/26/21)
Update 4/29/21)
Stanley
(Stash) Wiklinski was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on July 22, 1933, the son of
Stanley and Henrietta Wiklinski; brother of Edward, Dolores, and Halina; loving
husband of Barbara; father of Stanley, Stephen, Jennifer and Melissa;
grandfather of Matthew, Patryk, Stefan, Konrad, and Daniel; and great
grandfather of Yvette.
Stanley
graduated from Ohio University, and attended the United States Naval Academy.
He served in the United States Navy from 1959 to 1967, and in the Naval
Reserve from 1967 to 1993, when he retired as a Commander.
He was reappointed every four years by consecutive Governors as a New
Jersey Commissioner of Maritime and Docking Pilots serving for twenty-one years.
Stanley
also received a Master of Fine Arts from the Yale University School of Drama.
He appeared in regional theatre, commercials, and on Broadway in, “Full
Circle,” a play directed by Otto Preminger.
He synthesized all of the Lincoln/Douglas debates into one debate that
was sponsored by Knox College, and presented live at the only standing site of
the original debates to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the debates.
Stanley portrayed Abraham Lincoln. The
presentation was entered in the public service category of the Peabody Awards.
He also served as a Lector at Our Lady of Victories Church in Harrington
Park, New Jersey for many years.
Recently,
Stanley published his first children’s book “The Christmas That Almost Never
Was,” that was selected by People Magazine as one of its three picks for,
“Best Children’s Picture Books for the 2018 Holiday Season.”
The book was also winner of the, “2020 Royal Dragonfly Book Award 1st
Place for Children’s Picture Books Six & Older.”
Stanley’s second book, “Making Cookies from The Sun,” is in the
final phase of illustration, with our continued goal for future publication.
Stanley
lived life fully, with passion, adventure, dedication for service to our
country, generosity, a zest for artistic expression, and a profound love for
family and friends.
Visiting
hours are Wednesday, April 28, 2021 from 5 to 8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120
Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050). A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday,
April 29, 2021 at 10 AM at Our Lady of Victories RC Church, Harrington Park.
Interment will be at BG William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery,
Wrightstown, NJ.
In lieu of
flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the United States Naval
Academy Alumni Foundation. Select one of three options for donation: Visit their
website at www.usna.com , select Naval Academy Fund,
In memory of Stanley E Wiklinski, or call directly at (410) 295-4115 or
mail a check noting IMO: Stanley E Wiklinski, payable to USNA Foundation, at US
Naval Academy Foundation, 274 Wood Rd, Annapolis MD 21402 Attn: Elizabeth Root.
Pizzi
Funeral Home
120 Paris Avenue
Northvale, NJ 07647
Phone:
(201) 767-3050
https://pizzifuneralhome.com/?page_id=42
From Charlie Brooks (4/26/21)
Stash Wiklinski passed away today the 25th of April. Stash and I were roommates and I had just spoken to him yesterday.
Stash was in the 17th Company, but did not graduate. He did go on and earn a degree and went to OCS, retired as a Navy Commander and also retired as a New Jersey Commissioner of Maritime Pilotage. He graduated from the Yale University School of Drama and appeared on Broadway and on TV and also wrote children’s books.
Stash loved his time at the Academy and was a regular at Class of 1958 reunions.
Byron Brightwell Nelson, Jr (19th Co) (04/15/21)
Byron
Brightwell Nelson, Jr. of Union Grove, Alabama passed away on April 8, 2021.
Byron was born on December 2, 1934 to Byron B. Nelson, Sr. and Frances Seay
Nelson, who preceded him in death. He has one sister, Marie Nelson Fancher.
Byron is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carolyn Liles Nelson; two children
Anna Nelson Richardson (David), Amy Nelson Torbert (Mark), and two grandchildren
Mary Frances Torbert and Mark Torbert, Jr.
Byron
attended Tallassee High School graduating in 1953. He received a Congressional
appointment to the United States Naval Academy in 1954. A football injury his
plebe year led to his transfer to Auburn University where he received a BS in
Education in 1957 and was commissioned a 2nd Lt in the US Army. In 1959, he
received a MS in Education from Auburn University.
After
leaving the Army, he taught in Wetumpka, Alabama and Montgomery, Alabama prior
to attending Peabody College at Vanderbilt University on a Ford Foundation
Fellowship where he earned an EdD in school administration. He returned to
Alabama in 1971 as superintendent of the Arab City Schools for 3 years before
serving as superintendent in Decatur, Alabama for 17 years and in Homewood,
Alabama for 6 years. In 1984 The Executive Educator magazine named Byron one of
the 100 top executive educators in North America. In 1994 he was inducted into
the Alabama Educational Leadership Hall of Fame.
Byron was
active with the Auburn University Alumni Association as well as the Auburn
University School of Education. He was District Governor for Rotary
International District 6860 in 1984-85 and member of the Arab Rotary Club. He
received the Silver Beaver scouting award while serving on the Tennessee Valley
Boy Scout Council. Byron was a member of the Arab First United Methodist Church.
Memorial
Service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 11, 2021, at the Arab First United
Methodist Church. Gober Funeral Chapel assisted the Nelson family with
arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Byron's name
to the Arab First United Methodist Church or the Rotary Foundation.
Bert Morse Concklin
II (24th Co) (04/08/21)
Bert Morse
Concklin, 85, passed away on December 23, 2020
Bert was
born October 27, 1935, in Darby, PA to John and Claire Concklin. He graduated
from The United States Naval Academy, class of 1958. He spent his career in
Washington DC working in and around the Federal Government. He had many
interests and pursuits, including books, movies, music, antiques, football,
cars, running, sailing and most especially dogs. Those who know him will
remember his keen intellect, sense of humor, boundless energy and boisterous
enthusiasm.
Bert retired
in 2004 and settled in Lititz, PA where he fully embraced the community and
quickly became a local. He will be remembered with a smile by all knew him and
enjoyed his company.
He is
survived by his wife, Janet Smedley, stepdaughter, Diana Smedley Egnatz. His
daughter, Mitzi Concklin, grandson, Alexander Ugolini. His son, John Concklin,
and granddaughter, Kayla Concklin.
In lieu of
flowers, and in recognition of his love of dogs, donations may be made to the
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Charles E.
Snyder Funeral Homes & Crematory
Lititz
/ Neffsville
3110
Lititz Pike
Lititz,
PA 17543
717-560-5100
https://www.snyderfuneralhome.com/obituary/bert-morse-concklin/
Chapin
Walker Day, Jr. (23rd
Co)
(April 6, 1936 - December 6, 2020)
Chapin
Walker Day, Jr. passed away peacefully at home at the age of 84 after a long
bout with Parkinson's. He was a devoted father, grandfather and husband. A 1958
graduate of the US Naval Academy, he was also an avid computer scientist,
backpacker, music lover and photographer. He is survived by his wife of 56
years, Sandra Elder Day, his 4 children (Rosemarie, Chapin, Roby, and David),
their spouses (Steve, Elena, Dawn and Anne), and 8 grandchildren (Kate, Andrew,
Ellie, Jasper, Sophia, Jordan, Jackie and Nathan). Burial will be at Miramar
National Cemetery. A memorial service will be held online in January. Please
consider a donation in his name to the Sierra Club (www.teamsierra.org/memorial/chapinwalkerdayjr).
Published in
San Diego Union-Tribune on Dec. 15, 2020.
Robert Huntley Pidgeon (2nd Co) (4/8/21
Commander
(Ret.) Robert Huntley Pidgeon, 84, left us peacefully on December 30, 2020 at
Helen Porter Rehabilitation and Nursing, Middlebury, Vermont after months of
declining health. His wife of 40 years, Sandra, was with him.
Robert was
born May 15, 1936, son of Helen (Huntley) and Theodore Pidgeon in New Haven,
Vermont. He grew up on the family farm with brother, David and sister, Linda. He
graduated valedictorian of the 1954 class at Beeman Academy. Soon after he
entered the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, graduated in 1958 with high
honors and was awarded his diploma by President Eisenhower.
He began his Naval career achieving the rank of Commander. He was a
graduate of the Naval War College, Newport, Rhode Island and received his
Masters degree from the Naval Nuclear School, Monterey, California.
His tours
of duty took him to many parts in the Pacific. During the Vietnam War, he was
honored to be assigned to Admiral Zumwalt in Saigon, crafting plans for
withdrawal of Naval Forces from the war. He also served as Captain of the USS
Turner Joy in the Gulf of Tonkin. The Turner Joy is credited with firing the
last naval round of the War in January 1973.
Following
his retirement, he married his high school sweetheart, Sandra Tucker, who
survives him as well as 4 stepchildren: Jill, Brian, Kevin and Matthew and their
families, his brother, David of New Haven, VT, his sister, Linda and husband,
Howard Kelton of East Middlebury, VT, his nephew, Karl Kelton of Middlebury, VT,
niece Tricia Kelton and husband, Alan Parent, their son Marcel of Sneads Ferry,
NC, wonderful friend Frank Kurek of Westford, VT and numerous cousins. Besides
his parents, he was predeceased by his sister Jean in 1938.
His family
will remember his strength of character, quick wit, ability to find humor in
daily life and challenging times, his kind heart, and dedication and service to
his country.
We thank
the staff at Helen Porter Rehabilitation and Nursing for the wonderful care and
compassion they gave him.
Per his
wishes, Robert will return to the U.S. Naval Academy for his military funeral
service and inurnment in the Naval Academy Columbarium near his classmate,
Senator John McCain.
Sanderson
Funeral Service
117 South
Main Street
Middlebury, Vermont 05753
(802) 388-2311
http://www.ducharme-sandersonfuneralservice.com/obituary/robert-pidgeon
Ernest
Celestino Luders
(3rd Co) (4/8/21)
Ernest
Celestino Luders, age 85, of KIRKLAND, Washington passed away on Friday, January
8, 2021. Ernest was born July 27, 1935.
A funeral service for Ernest was held Sunday, January 17, 2021 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home, 11111 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133. Due to Covid-19, services were by invitation only.
Livestream
this service can be seen at :
https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php?k=161043465594839<br><br>
Following the funeral service there was a graveside service from 2:00 PM to 3:00
PM at Lakeview Cemetery, 1554 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112. Due to Covid-19,
services were by invitation only please.
Fond
memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Evergreen-Washelli.com
for the Luders family.
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/seattle-wa/ernest-luders-9993258
David Kearney Eller (Non Grad)
(1935-2020)
David
Kearney Eller, son of the late Rear Admiral Donald Temple Eller and Dorothy Wood
Eller, peacefully passed on December 15th, 2020.
Mr. Eller
attended the United States Naval Academy and served in the U.S. Naval Reserves
submarine division.
Mr. Eller
designed and built homes in Fairfax, Loudon County and the Winchester area; was
a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Knights of Columbus; and was a
member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Winchester.
He was
married to Mary Lou Startzman for 48 years.
He is
survived by two daughters, Jayna Eller of Virginia Beach and Rebecca Gagnon of
Norfolk; a son, Edward “Ted” Eller of Winchester; eight grandchildren,
Andrew, Gabrielle, Jacqueline, Megan, Melissa, Phillip, Eddie and Catie Beth,
and six great grandchildren, Anela, Lily Belle, Emma, Elsa,
Addison and Archer.
A private
Mass of the Resurrection was held with burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery in
Winchester. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Sacred Heart
Academy Tuition Angel Fund.
Direct
Cremation Services of Virginia
4425
BROOKFIELD CORPORATE DR
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
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Born in
Wheeling, WV on November 20, 1936
Departed on
March 19, 2021 and resided in Noblesville, IN
Joseph Fry
Paull grew up in a modest home near Wheeling, West Virginia In his earliest
years he became passionate about coin collecting which stayed with him on and
off over the course of his life. As a teenager, Joe excelled in tennis, winning
multiple championships on the court in both singles and doubles.
The Paull
family tradition since the 1700’s was to attend Washington & Jefferson
College, for which his ancestors helped found. Instead, Joseph chose to pursue
military service at the highest level. Joseph applied and was accepted into
Annapolis Naval Academy based on his academic, athletic, community service, and
demonstrated leadership qualities. Joseph was properly nominated to the Academy
by a US State
Senator. Joseph graduated in the class of 1958. After 4 years as an officer on a
destroyer serving in places like Guantanamo Bay, he was ready to move to the
next phase of his life.
Joseph chose
Michigan State to earn his MBA. It was there he met the love of his life, Marcia
Klomparens. Within six months of dating the two knew, and he proposed to her on
Main Street in Grand Haven Michigan in front of the little store that Marcia
worked at during the summer. The two moved to Mississippi for a few years as Joe
was hired into the Borg Warner Executive Development program. While in
Mississippi, Marcia finished her degree and taught English. Cummins Engines in
Columbus, Indiana was the next major move for the couple. From there Joe was
looking for a change and was hired by Merrill Lynch as a stockbroker in downtown
Indianapolis for a decade. The couple was also building a family at that time.
Joe was always told by his great aunts that as an only child he better find a
way to carry on the family name. The couple succeeded quickly by giving birth to
three boys in under two years! With endless hard work Joseph was a success at
most things he did in life. At Merrill Lynch Joe became a great commodities
broker, predicting the 1978 silver and gold spike. He was very wise and
literally sold the family home, put it all in gold and silver for two years and
made a killing. That action afforded the family a very nice home as the boys
were in the start of their elementary years.
As so many
times in his life he put family first. He wanted his boys to grow up under
tougher conditions and learn responsibility at a young age. At the same time, he
wanted to fulfill Marcia’s dream of someday owning and running a horse stable.
The right opportunity came, and again Joseph made the right choice and borrowed
the money to buy an old farm with an indoor riding arena on the outskirts of a
tiny town called Zionsville. For the next 27 years the family built a thriving
business called Pleasant View Stables with upwards of 50 horses to take care of
365 days a year. The family worked, learned and experienced many wonderful and
unique moments on that farm.
As the boys
grew and left the home, an amazing thing happened that still stuns his three
sons to this day. Joe fell in love with riding horses!! Marcia’s decades of
riding helped quickly mature Joe into a very accomplished equestrian. So much so
that the two were invited to join the esteemed Traders Point Hunt Club for which
Joseph was asked to be Field Master on many occasions leading the hunt.
During most
of those 27 years, Joe traveled the Midwest as a very successful industrial
sales rep. Putting over 50,000 miles a year on his car during the week and
repairing the farm on the weekends. He was a master self-taught shady tree
mechanic and proudly passed that on to his sons over the years.
Throughout
Joseph’s life he was a huge history buff. He could pretty much tell a battle
story or quote the historic significance of any piece of land he ever stood
upon. His sons were the great benefactors of the endless historical stories he
would tell countlessly on long drives or family vacations.
As the
couple grew older it was time to retire to a smaller farm. Another opportunity
arose, and the two sold the stables and moved to a new private farm with
beautiful rolling hills in Tennessee. The couple loved the now more relaxed
atmosphere, and all there was to explore in this amazing new location they had
chosen to retire in.
Sadly, in
Joseph’s late seventies he started showing signs of a deteriorating memory.
For this reason, the couple realized it was time to get back to Indiana and be
closer to their three grown sons. Now a tiny farm for just a couple horses, dogs
and cats in Noblesville, Indiana was just what the doctor ordered.
As the
dementia increased, Marcia increased her care and lifelong dedication to the man
she so deeply loved. She promised to never leave his side, and so she nursed him
at home every hour of every day, and no doubt extended his life and their time
together on this earth. As Marcia stood vigil over Joseph in his final days and
moments, she was there to give him peace and comfort until his final breath.
Joseph was
many wonderful things and lead a pretty fearless life. He was a remarkable
father to his sons and deeply loving husband to his wife. The joy he brought so
many will surely be missed but relived someday in heaven.
Joseph Fry
Paull, 84, Noblesville, passed away March 19, 2021.
He was born November 20, 1936, in Wheeling, West Virginia to the late
Philip D. and Elizabeth (Hicks) Paull. He
married Marcia Kay Klomparens on December 21, 1963.
He is
survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Marcia Paull; three sons, Philip Paull,
Gregory Paull and Lee Paull; and four grandchildren, Logan, Garrett, Mackenzie,
and Joseph.
Services were
held on Thursday March 25, 2021 with Visitation from 12:00 – 1:45. The Funeral
Service will begin at 2:00. To view watch the Service live please click here.
All services will be held at Flanner Buchanan - Hamilton Memorial Park, 4180
Westfield Road, Westfield, IN 46062 (317) 896-9770
Arthur Kenneth Ridley (4th Co) 3/17/21
(1934 – 2021)
Arthur K.
Ridley, one of the few remaining “true natives” of Milford, died on March
5th, 2021, after a short illness. He was 86 years old. We take comfort in
knowing that he joyfully entered heaven to be with the God he served throughout
his life and to be reunited with his beloved son, Kenny, whom he carried in his
heart since his death as a 6-year-old boy. We will miss him.
Art was
born on March 16, 1934 in Milford, the 5th of 10 children born to Mr. and Mrs.
Walter Ridley. He graduated from Milford High School in 1952, where he excelled
both academically and athletically. After finishing high school, Art attended
the United States Naval Academy, graduating in 1958. His time at the Naval
Academy shaped every area of his life and set the foundation for a life focused
on serving God and people. He was proud to be the Company Commander of 4th
Company and cherished every moment that he spent as a Midshipman. The
relationships and bonds formed during his time there lasted a lifetime and his
daughters were able to attend his 60th reunion in 2018 and revel in these
relationships along with him. It was a blessed time. The Naval Academy remained
one of his favorite places on earth, a fact borne out by his many visits to the
Academy throughout his life and the number of Naval Academy t-shirts and
sweatshirts that can be found in the wardrobes of all of his family members. His
family knew never to bother him during the Army/Navy game!
Art married
Jane Hamilton in 1959 after becoming acquainted with the beautiful “city
girl” from New Jersey on one of her many visits to the Hamilton family summer
home. They had two daughters while Art was stationed at Fort Lee in Virginia,
Jennifer Jane, in 1960, and Jacqueline Jill, in 1961. He served in Vietnam from
1962 to 1963 and, after leaving the service, moved to New Jersey where he worked
full-time with Public Service and attended Fordham Law School at night. While in
New Jersey, his son Arthur Kenneth Ridley, Jr. was born. After graduating from
Fordham Law School, Art was invited to return to his hometown of Milford to
practice law with Attorney Sidney Krawitz. At the time of his final illness, he
was of counsel to Ridley, Chuff, Kosierowski and Scanlon, P.C.
Art was
actively involved in the community throughout his life, serving on the boards of
the Biondo Memorial Foundation, the Pike County Library, the Milford-Matamoras
Rotary Club, and the Community House. The last surviving founding member of the
Milford-Matamoras Rotary Club, he actively supported their many service projects
and loved the idea of serving people around the world. As a young man, he
credited the Milford United Methodist Church with pointing him to God and
nurturing his faith. More recently, he was an active member of the Dingman’s
Ferry United Methodist Church, frequently acting as a lay preacher. Art and Jane
hosted a Bible Study in their home for over 30 years. He loved teaching and
discussing the word of God. Art gave all the glory for every good thing in his
life to God and quietly served other people throughout his life. Mindful of the
needs of others and desirous of being a blessing, he generously gave of his
time, talents, and treasure.
Art loved
running and completed marathons in New York, Washington, and Disney World. His
lifelong participation in both running and community service lead the
Milford-Matamoras Rotary to establish the “Ridley Run,” used to raise funds
for several local charities. He was passionate about gardening and reveled in
the miracle of planting things and watching them grow. An avid reader, he
enjoyed both watching and playing a variety of sports and watching Jeopardy. He
could often be found doing crossword puzzles, having tea with his daughters,
dragging his grandchildren up the hill to the Knob and breathing in the beauty
of creation.
Art is
survived by his wife of 61 years, Jane Hamilton Ridley, daughters Jennifer Case
and Jill Mann; sons-in-law Michael Case and Anthony Mann; grandchildren; Kayla
O’Brien and husband Mark, Kevin Mann and wife Jenna, Jane Case, Alexandra
Case, and Emilie Case; great-grandsons Trevor O’Brien, Brody O’Brien, Marcus
O’Brien, and Landon Mann; brothers Robert, Richard and Floyd Ridley, sisters,
Gertrude Smith, and Patricia Taylor; brother-in-law John Hamilton and wife Joan,
and numerous nieces, nephews. We are grateful for his presence in our lives, for
his hard work and dedication to everything that he did, and for the way he
always pointed us to Jesus as our true hope.
Art’s
family is grateful for the quick action of the Dingman Township Ambulance, the
staff at Newton Hospital and the wonderful nurses and doctors at Overlook
Hospital’s Neuro-Intensive Care Unit who did all they could to restore Art to
health. They gave us several extra and precious weeks to be in Art’s presence
and let him know how very much he was loved. For those who wish to make a
donation in memory of Art, contributions may be sent to the organizations listed
above or to the charity of your choice.
Visitation
will take place at the Stroyan Funeral Home, 405 West Harford St., Milford, Pa
on Thursday, March 11, 2021 from 2 to 5 PM. Covid protocols will be followed.
Funeral services will be held privately for family only at the Dingmans Ferry
United Methodist Church, Dingmans Ferry, PA on Friday, March 12, 2021 at 10 AM.
Friends may view services through the following link (https://www.youtube.com/embed/nGeh2-EL1_Q).
Stroyan
Funeral Home, Inc.
405 W. Harford St
Milford, PA 18337
(570) 296-6811
https://stroyanfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/232/Arthur-Ridley/obituary.html
Patricia R Gladin (Widow of Jack Gladin (23rd Co)) (3/3/21)
From Patricia's Daughter Wendy Gagnon:
Patricia
Stringer GLADIN, 83, of Richmond, Va. The family is heartbroken at the passing
of their vibrant Mom and Nana of COVID-related complications on February 25,
2021.
Wayne
(Winnie) Gladin of San Antonio TX, Wendy (Greg) Gagnon of Leesburg VA;
Grandchildren
Caroline (Chris) Homan, Winifred (Rob) DeSimone, Patrick Gladin, Kevin Gladin,
Maeve Gladin, Jack Gagnon, Joseph Gagnon, Jonathan Gagnon;
Great-granddaughters
Gabriella and Winniefred.
Juanita Medlock(Widow of Chuck Medlock, 7th Co)) (3/3/21)
Janita Medlock;
passed away on December 5, 2020 in Austin, Texas.
Chuck and Juanita were married in
Clarkesville, Georgia, shortly after the Class of 1958 graduation.
Chuck and Juanita are survived by three children, Jon, Myra, and Charles,
five grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.
Juanita will be interred next to Chuck at Bethlehem Cemetery in Georgia
in a private service for the family at a later date.
John Lawrence Nulty Jr
(9th Co)
John Lawrence "Jack " Nulty Jr.
(Thursday, March 28th, 1935 - Saturday, January 23rd, 2021)
John L. “Jack” Nulty, Jr. of Sarasota,
FL, died of congestive heart failure on January 23, 2021. He was 85.
He lived at home with his wife, Barbara. Jack and Barbara were happily married
for 61 years.
Jack was born in Orange, NJ, on March 28,
1935; the son of John L. and Catherine Gavin Nulty. He graduated in 1952 from
St. Benedict’s Prep in Newark, NJ, and attended Newark College of Engineering
for two years prior to entering USNA in June 1954. He graduated with the Class
of 1958’s 9th Co. He was an avid rower and earned awards in Crew.
Upon commissioning, he attended Flight
School and earned his wings in Dec. 1959. He was assigned in Brunswick, ME to
VP-7 which he served in until June 1963. He resigned his commission and took a
position with Bell Telephone Laboratories (BTL) in Whippany, NJ, working on
Ballistic Missile Defense problems. While with BTL, he earned a masters’
degree in EE (communications) from NYU. In 1968, he took a position with Cornell
Aeronautical Laboratory in Buffalo, NY, where he continued working on the
research and development of Ballistic Missile Defense systems begun at BTL. He
spent 5 years, in concert with BTL, designing operational tests for the
prototype Nike-X ABM system located on Kwajalein in the Marshall Islands.
In 1980, he joined the Braddock, Dunn, &
McDonald (BDM) Corp. in Albuquerque, NM, where he helped probe the vulnerability
of the MX missile system to pre-emptive attack and became program manager for
the development of air defense simulation, IFFN, to enhance aircraft
identification in a non-IFF environment. At his request, BDM transferred him and
his family to the Washington office where his son, Jim, could be treated for
Leukemia at the National Institutes of Health. While with BDM, he was a support
contractor for the DoD Department of Test & Evaluation at the Pentagon.
Jack retired in 2001. In anticipation of his
retirement, he and Barbara purchased a golf course lot on the 11th hole of the
River Creek Golf Club in Leesburg, VA. They moved into their retirement home in
June 2000. Since retiring, Jack and Barbara have become avid golfers and active
parishioners at St. John the Apostle Church in Leesburg.
2028 Rte 35 @ New Bedford Road
Wall, NJ 07719
[email protected]
732-449-6900
https://www.obrienfuneralhome.com/memorials/john--nulty/4508255/
Lee Melvin Meador (10th Co) (3/7/21)
Lee Melvin Meador, 84, of Hearne, passed away Monday, February 8,
2021. Services are in the care of Callaway-Jones funeral and Cremation Centers.
(Feb. 25, 1936 -
Feb. 6, 2021)
Captain
Stanley Edward Sharp USNR (ret) passed peacefully, aged 84, at home Feb. 6,
2021, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Seattle, WA to Hilda and Lloyd Sharp, he
was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, uncle, friend, hunter,
and fisherman. We will miss his twinkling eyes and joyful smile.
Early years
were spent in Rose Lodge, Oregon speaking Estonian on the family farm. He moved
to Tualatin, OR attended 1st grade and learned English. He also attended
Portland's Couch and Cathedral grade schools, then graduated from Lincoln High
School (1954), and the U.S. Naval Academy (1958). He studied law while teaching
the ROTC program at the University of Washington (1962-1964) and subsequently
practiced law in the Portland area. He served in the Naval Reserves for 29
years. He enjoyed photography, writing, outdoor adventures, traveling, and his
friends.
Stan is
survived by his wife of 60 years Neta Sharp, daughters, Kelly Schoen and her
husband, Douglas Schoen (Ft. Worth, TX), Becky Overbeck and her husband, Kevin
Overbeck (Portland, OR); and brother, Hadley Robbins and his wife, Gayle Robbins
(Portland, OR). He leaves behind four beloved grandsons, Mark and Nathan Schoen,
Henry and Noah Overbeck; one granddaughter, Sadie Schoen; and many adored
extended family members. Stan is predeceased by his beloved son LT Mark Sharp, a
Naval Aviator, who died flying in service to his country.
Stan had a
big heart, he never met a stranger, only "friends to be." May we all
live life the way Stan did, sparkling with energy and happily loving life
itself. A celebration of his life will be held summer 2021 at Willamette
National Cemetery.
Please sign
the online guest book at www.oregonlive.com/obits
Published
in The Oregonian from Feb. 17 to Feb. 21, 2021.
Beloved
Wife, Mother and Grandmother Carolyn Goolsby passed away peacefully into the
arms of the Lord on February 3, 2021 of a long-term illness.
She was
born on June 8, 1935 in San Bernardino, California and spent her childhood there
with her loving parents, Jordan and Annabelle Morgan.
John's
first assignment took them to San Diego, California and during this time, their
two children were born in the Naval hospital at Coronado. After
honorable discharge from the Navy, the family moved to Ventura County. They've
called Camarillo home since 1970 and loved every minute of their lives together
there. As much as they loved Camarillo, they also loved to travel and enjoyed
cruising and land tours in some very wonderful places.
Like her
father, Carolyn "never met a stranger." She had a great many friends
and kept in touch with them throughout her life. She was known for her heart of
gold and gift of gab. She spent 27 years volunteering at St. John's Pleasant
Valley hospital and had many touching stories to tell of her experience.
She adored
her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her survivors include husband John
Goolsby, son Matt and Carolyn Goolsby of Dallas, Oregon and their children Tyler
and Jonathan, and daughter Lisa (Goolsby) and Ed Ekers of Red Bluff, California.
Private
graveside services were held on Thursday, February 18th at Conejo Mountain
Memorial Park.
Published
in Ventura County Star from Feb. 4 to Feb. 11, 2021.
Frederick
Lauriston Wales, "Fritz" of Revere, MA passed away surrounded by his
family on July 13, 2020 at the age of 86. Born in Springfield, MA on June 14,
1934 to the late John G. and Anna (Renison) Wales, Fritz received a
Congressional Appointment from Massachusetts to the U.S. Naval Academy and
entered on June 28, 1954. He graduated four years later as member of the Class
of 1958 and the 19th Company. Fritz proudly served his country in the
United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict and was Honorably Discharged
after 14 years of service.
George Littrell Denny II (19th Co) (2/7/21)
George
L. Denny II died in his home in Austin, Texas on 30 January 2021 from
complications of Parkinson’s. He was 84.
He
was born in Indianapolis, IN to George H. Denny and Mary-Lois Ketcham Denny His
family moved to Pasadena, CA where he graduated from San Marino Prep.
George
received a Congressional appointment, and entered the Naval Academy at age 17,
where he excelled in Spanish classes and loved intramural sports.
Upon
graduation in 1958 as a member of 19th Company, George was commissioned in the
Navy and served on ships including the USS Holister (DD-788) as ASW Officer, and
as Boat Group Commander on the USS Cavalier (APA-37.). In
September 1961 he was aboard the USS Cavalier as it passed through the eye of
Typhoon Nancy in the West Pacific somewhere between Japan and Philippines.
After
leaving the Navy in 1962, he worked for Texaco in sales, then enrolled at Long
Beach State Univ. to become a teacher. He married the former Barbara Forbes
Turner July, 1963 inSan Marino, CA.
George
had a 37 year teaching career, teaching mathematics at Marina High School,
Huntington Beach, CA and Hawaii Preparatory Academy in Waimea, HI. He
was Librarian at Spicewood Elementary School (Round Rock Independent School
District), Austin, TX for 23years. He
earned a Master of Library Science Degree from the University of Oregon in 1976.
He retired from teaching in 2000.
He
spent more than 15 years in the volunteer position of Blue and Gold Officer
helping high school students from the Austin, TX area navigate the application
process to USNA.
George
was an avid reader, tennis player, runner and golfer. Time was often made to
attend USNA class reunions. He owned several Texas Longhorns on his property
Northwest of Austin when he retired. Well-
traveled, he visited every continent, except Africa, even visiting Antarctica in
1993.
He
will be remembered for his kindness, compassion, humor and leaves behind a
legacy of positively impacting the thousands of students whose lives he
enriched.
Predeceased
by his wife of 51 years, Barbara, he is survived by his two sons Roger Denny of
Tulsa, OK, and Russell Denny of Austin, TX, and 3 grandchildren.
-The Denny family
Bettie Brinkley Cooper (Wife of Terry Copper 24th Co)) ( 2/6/21)
From Terry:
Sadly, Bettie passed away early this morning (Saturday, February 6, 2011). Bettie has been in the Memory Care Unit of Sunrise at Mount Vernon (assisted living facility) since December 4, 2019. She was hospitalized from Jan 22 – Jan 30 2021. Doctors at the hospital concluded that Alzheimer’s was shutting Bettie’s body down. Bettie was in Hospice care upon returning to Sunrise on Jan 30 and remained so until today. The Hospice nurse checked on Bettie at 0615 this morning and Bettie had passed. Because of Covid-19, I have been able to visit Bettie only a few times over the past year. Although my two daughters live in Florida and Connecticut while my son lives near me, All are morning the loss of Bettie with me.
Leo Thomas Powell, Jr. (13th Co) (12/26/20)
Leo Thomas Powell, Jr.
(“Tom”) passed away at the age of eight-five on December 9, 2020 at his home
in Accokeek, MD after a brief battle with cancer. He was born on September 23,
1935 in Dover, NJ. His family lived in Mountain Lakes, NJ
and Tom graduated from Mountain Lakes High School where he lettered in
track, football and basketball. At USNA he was on the varsity track team and
graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 1958.
After graduating, Tom did
not receive a commission for physical reasons although he ran track for four
years. He joined International Telephone and Telegraph Corp and worked in Cuba
and later in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. In 1960, Tom joined
Westinghouse Electric Corp. as a field engineer specializing in shipboard
electronics. He loved his time at sea repairing and testing radar where he could
really support the Navy. In 1963 he
took a position with the Naval Electronics Maintenance Engineering Center in
Norfolk, where in 1964 he met and married Katherine Gardner (“Kay”).
In 1966, they moved to Washington, D.C. where he took a position with the
Naval Electronic Systems Command.
After earning a Bachelor
of Business Administration from the University of Maryland in 1981 he left civil
service for a new venture in accounting as a CPA.
During this time, he served as the Prince George’s County (MD)
representative to the Washington Metropolitan Council of Government’s Public
Advisory Committee, dealing with FAA plans to expand National Airport and
control aircraft noise.
In 1991 he began work
with the FAA in the Aviation Security Research and Development Service at the
FAA Technical Center in New Jersey. He became the Chief of the Security Division
for the Director of Intelligence and Security under the Secretary of
Transportation where he retired in 1994.
Tom was an active member of the 13th Company, served as Class Treasurer for a number of years, and hosted the hospitality room at class reunions. He loved golf, travel, Navy football games and socializing with classmates. He could always be counted on regale you with stories of his days at USNA.
Tom is survived by his wife, Kay, their three children, Leo Thomas, III, Laura Elizabeth (Price), Roger Andrew, son-in-law Todd Price, and grandson Liam Thomas Price.
In
lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made in Tom’s name to the
Admiral Larson Ethical Leadership Fund or the Alice Ferguson Foundation,
Accokeek, MD.
His ashes will be laid to rest at the United States Naval Academy Columbarium on January 15. 2021
301-292-5650
Philip Freeman McNall (15th Co) (12/8/20)
Phillip F. McNall
1935-2020
Rear Admiral
Phillip Freeman McNall passed away peacefully at his home in San Ramon, CA, on
November 28, 2020. He was born on December 9, 1935, in Rochester, NY, to Mary
Ashcroft and Freeman Lamont McNall. He attended Brighton High School, where he
played basketball and golf. He graduated from Bullis Preparatory School in
Silver Spring, MD. He then went on to Hamilton College for one year, where he
was on the Basketball team and pledged the fraternity, Delta Upsilon. After one
year, he received an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, where he graduated
with a B.S. Engineering degree in 1958. He later earned an M.S. degree in
Operations Analysis from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate school.
Upon graduation,
Phil married Ann Strobel of Rochester, NY, and began his ensign assignment on
the AGC-12 Estes in San Diego. Phil started his naval career as a surface line
officer and transferred to the Supply Corp when he attended the U.S. Supply Corp
school in Athens, GA. After a tour at the Supply Center in San Diego, he spent a
year at the Post Graduate school in Monterey, CA. He then served as an aide to
Vice-Admiral Edwin B. Hooper in Washington D.C. at the Supply Systems Command
Center, where he was awarded the Joint Service accommodation medal and the rank
of Lieutenant Commander. Subsequent tours included the LPH-11 USS New Orleans
and the recovery of Apollo 14 at Pago Pago, Commander at the Fleet Materials
Supply office in Mechanicsburg, PA, attended the U.S. Naval War College in
Newport, RI earning a distinguished graduate award and serving as the Supply
Officer on the USS Nimitz CVN-68 at her homeport in Norfolk, VA. Attaining the
rank of Captain, Phil was assigned as the X.O. Planning officer at ASO in
Philadelphia, PA for three years. He held his first command at the Supply Center
in San Diego, and then a tour of duty as the Supply officer of the Pacific 7th
Fleet in Honolulu, HI- obtaining the rank of Rear-Admiral. This brought him to
his second and final commanding officer duty at ASO in Philadelphia, PA, where
he retired in September of 1988.
After
retirement, he married Andrea Putrino and established residence in San Ramon,
CA, where he worked as a consultant in the Defense Industry and as a golf
teaching professional. Beyond golf, Phil's passions included Jazz music; he was
a proud member of the Leader's Circle at S.F. Jazz and traveled to San Francisco
two times a month for concerts. He was a collector of rare fountain pens and loved
going to the theater as soon as a new movie was released. He was a lifelong fan
of the Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Dodgers. He was always in pursuit of the
perfect Negroni and loved eating at Michelin star restaurants worldwide. He was
an ardent fan who never missed a sporting event played by his grandchildren over
the years. Phil is survived by his children Michael (Christine), Julia Branan
(William) and Jane Maier (Jonathan), and his sister Judy MacKnight (David). He
was the proud grandfather of Chase, Elise, Will, Blaze, and Lila.
A graveside service at the Mount Albion
Cemetery in Albion, New York will be held at a time later to be announced. In
lieu of flowers, those who wish to memorialize Admiral McNall may make a gift to
the the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Robert Knowles Slaven, Jr. (1st Co) (12/6/20)
Update 7/30/21
From Gordo:
I have received the
following request from Bob's daughter, Merrill:
Hello, it's Merrill Slaven Brache here, Bob Slaven's daughter.
I am planning a celebration of life service for my father and thought maybe you
could pass the info along to your class? I'm not really expecting his classmates
to come, as travel now is so challenging, but I did want all of you to know
about it.
It is August 7th from 3-5pm at the Kollegewidgwok Yacht Club
in Blue Hill, Maine. Perhaps you who knew him could send a thought or prayer to
him that day. Or if anyone had a memory they wanted to share with me, I would
love it. I know so little about his early life and career.
She can be reached at [email protected]
Gordo
Robert William Stibler (18th Co) (11/1620)
Update 2/10/21 Obituary
Robert
“Bob” W. Stibler, age 84, of Mount Laurel, NJ died Thursday, November 12,
2020, peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Born
in Bayonne, New Jersey, Bob was a proud alumnus of Regis High School (NYC) and
the United States Naval Academy (USNA) Class of 1958.
After
graduating from the Naval Academy, Bob embarked on a diverse 20-year career in
the US Navy. His first tour was
aboard the destroyer USS Mullany (DD-528) out of San Diego,CA. After
a two-year tour, Bob attended sub school for six months in Groton, CT and
transitioned to submarines. Then it
was down to Key West, FL for his first submarine tour aboard the USS Picuda
(SS-382). His next duty station was
in Monterey, CA where he attended Naval Post Graduate School. After receiving
his advanced degree in Oceanography, he transferred back to Key West, to serve
aboard the USS Atule (SS-403). Bob
then returned to the surface Navy and served aboard the aircraft carrier USS
Oriskany (CVA-34) before transitioning to Engineering Duty Officer for a 5-year
tour in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Bob finished out his 20-year Naval career with a
final 3-year tour at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, before retiring in June of
1978.
After
his retirement, Bob continued his service to the Navy as a defense contractor at
the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard. Bob
worked hard for his family his entire life. He was always supportive of his
children. He gladly attended
countless sporting events and was a coach for many. He
took on grueling second part-time jobs to make holidays brighter and dreams come
true; from car purchases to colleges to homes to family vacations. As
the first in his family to graduate from college, Bob was especially proud that
all 5 of his children earned college degrees. Bob was a great networker, using
his contacts to open doors to kickstart or advance his children’s careers.
Bob
and Ginger were avid travelers, going on cruises, planning and attending high
school, college and ship reunions across the country. He
enjoyed spending time at horse tracks, watching the NY Giants and the Game show
network, and was a season ticket holder for Naval Academy Football.
In
his later years, when Parkinson’s disease robbed him of his strength and
stamina, it also gave him a softness we treasured. For a big guy he had a soft
spot for animals, and he loved our pets. He never turned down bringing a pet
into the house. He was devoted to his cat Quincy and dog Rascal, taking care of
them in their old age. Boston
Terrier Meka sat in his lap and kept him company when he could no longer walk
around freely. Meka was his constant
companion during the final months of his life. Some
of his last laughs came from Biscuit jumping up and licking his face. He
couldn’t turn away from an animal in need.
He
is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years Virginia “Ginger”nee Stawski,
his five children, Stephen & his wife Ellen, Joseph (USNA 1989) & his
wife Betsy, Mary Mulholland, Casey
& his wife Kelly, Christine
Gorman and her husband Frank and his eight grandchildren: Kirk (USNA 2018), Joe,
Claire, Kaelyn, Emma-Kate, Joseph, Erin, & Stephanie.
He was predeceased by his brother William “Bill” Stibler and Bill’s
wife Beatrice and his nephew William “Billy” Stibler.
Viewing
on Wednesday, November 18th, 7 to 9pm and Thursday, November 19th, 9:15 to
10:15am at the Schetter Funeral Home, 304 W. Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, NJ
08002. Funeral mass at 11 am at Christ Our Light Church, 402 N. Kings Hwy,
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. Interment at 2pm at Brigadier General William C Doyle
Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Province Line road, Wrightstown, NJ 08562.
Fair
winds and following seas. We have the watch.
Twyla passed away on 10/28/20. No more info at this time
From Jane Pejsar
Her late husband Gibby and Red Dog Rod Pejsar
were buddies. All four of us had also much fun at the past three reunions.
Sharon Lynn
Norkin
(Age 81) (Wife of Donald Phillip Norkin ( 6th Co)) 10/21/20
Our
beloved mother joined the love of her life, Donald Philip, in heaven on May 17,
2019. During 52 years of marriage, their strongest desire was to provide happy
childhoods for a loving family. Her grandchildren likened her to Mary Poppins as
she was always firm and authoritative in her care, but in the most fun and
imaginative way-and she carried a big purse filled with magic. Sharon is
survived by her children Tracy, Donna, Debbie, and Doug; and her grandchildren
Regan, Arielle, Emma Sophie, Kristopher, and Brynna. Funeral Service private. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, www.kidney.org.
Published
in The Washington Post on May 30, 2019.
****
On
January 4, 2012, DONALD PHILIP NORKIN of North Bethesda passed away. Cherished
husband of Sharon Lynn Norkin; adored father of T. Sterling "Tracy"
Norkin, Donna Heaton, Debbie Moore and Douglas Norkin; loving grandfather of
Regan, Arielle, Kristopher, Emma-Sophie and Brynna; beloved brother of Leonard
Norkin. Funeral Service private. obituaryregistry.com
Richard Lloyd Tillman (1st Co) (10/16/20)
Dick
was born in Elkhart, Indiana on November 27, 1936. He graduated from Elkhart
High School in 1954 and received a congressional appointment to the Naval
Academy in 1954. He graduated with the 1st Company in 1958. While at the Naval
Academy he competed on two Intercollegiate National Championship Sailing Teams.
After
graduation he was commissioned into the U.S. Air Force and entered the
Procurement and Contracting field. He was assigned to Eglin AFB, Florida for
four years. While there he married Linda Lowe of Mishawaka, IN on July 29, 1961.
They moved to College Station, Texas where he received a Master’s degree in
Industrial Engineering at Texas A&M University. Their first daughter, Laura,
was born there. Next came an18 month assignment at Wright Patterson AFB, Dayton,
Ohio with the AFLC. While there, their second daughter, Elizabeth, was born. In
1966 a three-year assignment to France and Germany came with production
responsibilities for depot maintenance and repair of US aircraft in Europe,
Africa and the Middle East. Their third daughter, Susan, was born in France. In
1969 he served a four-year tour as Assistant Professor AFROTC at The Citadel in
Charleston, SC.
In
1973 he was assigned as Assistant Air Force Plant Representative at the Martin
Marietta Aerospace Company in Orlando, Fl.. This was followed by a tri-service
assignment in Orlando with Defense Contract Administration Services. His last
assignment was in 1976 to Patrick AFB, Florida, in Quality Assurance for the
Eastern Space and Missile Test Range. Dick retired in 1979, and opened a boating
business. In 1981 he was appointed Executive Director of the International J/24
Class Association with his wife, Linda, as editor and publisher of the J/24
Magazine. They worked together in this capacity for 10 years before stepping
into full retirement. While in the Air Force, Dick was Commodore of the
International Snipe Class Association and a Director of the National Governing
Body of Sailing. After retirement, Dick was President of the International
Sunfish Class Association and later President of the US Windsurfing Class
Association.
During
21 years in the Air Force, Dick actively raced sailboats and was selected for
three US Pan American Teams and was on the 1976 US Olympic Team. He was named US
Yachtsman of the Year in 1965. He was the National Champion of the Snipe Class,
the National and North American Champion of the Finn Class and Windsurfing
Classes and World Masters Champion of the Laser Class and the Sunfish Class. He
patented a sailing instrument and authored four sailing books, the latest of
which, The Complete Book of Laser Sailing, is currently in print. He played
golf, tennis. and pickleball He and Linda lived in Florida during the winter and
spent summers at Lake Wawasee in Indiana. He was a Lay Ecumenical Minister at
several Episcopal Churches he and his family attended.
He
was elected to the USNA Sailing Hall of Fame, The International Laser Class Hall
of Fame and the United States Sailing Association Hall of Fame.
After
55 years of marriage, Dick’s wife, Linda, passed on Feb 28, 2017. He
is survived by three daughters; Laura of Springfield, MO,, Elizabeth
of-Issaquah, WA, and Susan of Sammamish, WA, and 9 grandchildren.
Thomas Edward O'Neill (22nd Co) (10/12/20)
Tom passed away on 11 Oct. Tom was quite ill for the past couple and years and finally succumbed to a heart attack. His obituary is forthcoming.
Last Call: Rosemary Newman Adkins (Wife of Jim Adkins (9th Co) (9/17/20)
Update 9/22/21
Copy of email from Jim:
The
purpose of this email is to inform you of a recent change to COVID-19
restrictions for dining at the Naval Academy Club. This change affects
those who are attending the Services for Rosemary on September 27th
and lunch after the Inurnment at the Columbarium. Please see the Flyer
attached, which I received yesterday. To review the Flyer, our lunch is an
indoor catered event so we have to meet the following rules:
1.
Present our fully vaccinated COVID-19 card prior to entering the building.
2.
If not vaccinated, present a negative PCR test from the last 72 hours prior to
entering the building.
3.
Wear a mask indoors regardless of vaccination status, except when eating or
drinking. This requirement is not new.
As
of today, I know of no other recent changes. Masks are required in the
Chapel, so we will need to mask-up for the Funeral service. Since the
Columbarium Service is outside, masks would normally be optional; however, in a
close gathering of 50-60 people, I would wear a mask.
Kind
regards,
Jim
Update 8/25/21
Funeral Services USNA 27 Sept 2021:
Rosemary died on September 3, 2020. Her services have
been delayed because of COVID and are now scheduled for September 27, 2021.
Her funeral Mass will be held in the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel at 10:30 am,
Monday, September 27th with inurnment in the Naval Academy
Columbarium immediately following. All attending are invited to lunch and
Celebration of Rosemary’s Life at the Naval Academy Club following the
Columbarium Service. Please enter through Gate 8, inform the guard you are
attending the funeral for Rosemary Adkins, be prepared to show a government ID
(such as a driver’s license) for all occupants in the car, and use the parking
garage near the Club as available. Transportation will be provided from
the Chapel to the Columbarium and back to the Club.
Please RSVP by September 14th to Jim at [email protected] , 425 392 4380, or 360 204 4638, if you plan to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Rosemary to the Naval Academy Foundation, designated for International Programs (Adkins Family Scholars).
Obituary 9/17/20
Rosemary Newman Adkins passed away from
Alzheimer’s disease on September 3, 2020, at home with her beloved husband,
Jim. She was 78 years old.
Rosemary grew up on a potato farm “in cold snowy Idaho.” She was born in
Idaho Falls on May 21, 1942, to Joseph and Anna Newman, who immigrated from
Germany. Rosemary grew up speaking German and treasured her German and
immigrant heritage. The youngest of five, she cherished her siblings, Joseph,
Betty, Lucille, and Anton.
On the family farm in Firth, Idaho, Rosemary
developed the work ethic, can-do spirit, abiding Catholic faith, and love of
family that characterized her entire life.
She was especially proud of the tractor-driving prowess she demonstrated at a
young age—no doubt a harbinger of her ability to take on large challenges.
After elementary school in Blackfoot, Idaho,
Rosemary attended Saint Mary of the Wasatch in Salt Lake City, Utah. She
graduated in 1960 as valedictorian
of her class and student body president. Then she went to work for the
Westinghouse Corporation, which operated a training facility in Idaho for the
U.S. Navy.
training in September of 1960, he waited in an area in front of Rosemary’s
desk. He decided he had to meet this beautiful woman with only “Rosemary” on
her
name plate. Jim and Rosemary were married on June 8, 1963, at the
Submarine Base Chapel in Groton, Connecticut, and began their shared life. It
was one of
ervice, travel, adventure, learning, fun—and, above all, family. Rosemary and
Jim had two children, Jim III and Judy.
moves, helped her children navigate new schools, served as sole parent when Jim
was at sea for months at a time, and supported other Navy wives through
her participation in wives’ clubs and informal networks.
Washington; Guam, Marianas Islands; Fairfax, Virginia; and Holy Loch, Scotland.
Rosemary’s very first cruise was the family’s 1970 move to Hawaii,
accomplished via a four-day voyage from San Francisco to Honolulu aboard the
S.S. Lurline.
by senior U.S. naval officers and Scottish dignitaries. She was a favorite of
the local Scottish ladies, who appreciated her authenticity and down-to-earth
nature.
events, and also showed her kids how to have fun, whether on the beach at
Barber’s Point, Hawaii, or in the boonies on Guam. She loved and cared for
Prince,
Snoopy, and Rascal, the family’s succession of poorly-trained but beloved
dogs.
Between the adventurous family moves, there were
many pure adventures, and Rosemary was always game, embracing family trips to
Taiwan, Hong Kong,
the Philippines, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden,
and the various Marianas and Hawaiian islands. Rosemary especially liked
Rome,
where she could see Catholicism, art, architecture, and history come together.
Learning was another central thread in
Rosemary’s life. Rosemary pursued higher education doggedly and persistently,
across time and space. She first
enrolled at Idaho State University in 1961, paying her own way at age 19. After
Jim proposed, she joined him on the East Coast, transferring to the
University
of Connecticut. Later, while her children were small, she squeezed in a few
classes at the Citadel in South Carolina. Eventually, she returned to school
full time
at the University of Guam. Her children were impressed by how hard she worked,
studying thick textbooks late into the night (and sometimes chewing
caramels
to stay awake), yet still cheering them on at all their swim meets and baseball
games. After completing one final course at George Mason University in
Virginia,
Rosemary received her Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the
University of Guam in 1979.
Rosemary embraced schools she didn’t attend
herself. She was a strong supporter of the Naval Academy (alma mater of her
husband, son, granddaughter,
and grandson) and contributed many hours to the work of the alumni
association’s Puget Sound Chapter. Rosemary was also a passionate fan of Duke
basketball
(alma mater of her daughter). From 1986 to 2000, she and Jim held season
tickets and regularly road-tripped between Virginia and North Carolina to join
the
Cameron Crazies and cheer on the team. After completing her college
education, Rosemary held positions at a nonprofit organization, an electronics
manufacturer,
and two companies serving the defense industry, but her favorite part of work
was always the conviviality of the office; she enjoyed her co-workers, and they
enjoyed her.
In 2002, Jim and Rosemary retired to Silverdale,
Washington, and built their dream house on Duckabush Lane. Rosemary made that
dream a reality
by attending to countless design decisions. There, Jim and Rosemary spent
16 happy years looking out their picture window each morning to see “if the
mountains
were out.”
In retirement, Rosemary enjoyed gardening,
participating in social groups (her book club, birthday group, and Ya Ya
sisterhood group), and contributing
to her local community (as secretary of the Puddingstone Home-Owner’s
Association, and by being Jim’s right-hand woman for his many service
activities).
She was a member of the Naval Submarine League and enjoyed attending the
meetings with Jim. Despite being a landlubber at heart, Rosemary also
served
good-naturedly and proficiently as first mate on the Sea Y’all, helmed by
Captain Jim. She was the queen of the “boat breakfast”; nobody lacked for
orange rolls.
During these years, Rosemary and Jim continued to
explore the world (by way of cruises to Alaska, the Panama Canal, Mexico, the
Columbia River, the Danube,
and the Mediterranean, and trips to China and Australia). They also visited
special places and people: In particular, Rosemary enjoyed reunions with her
siblings in
Casa Grande, Arizona; trips to the Adkins family ranch in Georgetown (especially
in spring, when the bluebonnets were in bloom); one big family trip to Maui;
a
return trip to Guam after three decades; and reunions with Navy friends far and
wide.
Rosemary was a devoted grandmother to her four
grandchildren. She made sure they were never deprived of pancakes. She was
always up for a game
of checkers, chess, dominoes, or Candy Land. She was known to put on a good
poker face and then spring a royal flush. She took her granddaughters on
special
birthday shopping trips. She and Jim never hesitated to hop on the ferry and
make the two-hour Puget Sound crossing for their grandkids’ basketball
games,
guitar recitals, birthday celebrations, and more. She made everybody feel well
taken care of. Her penchant for doing laundry—the subject of much family
ribbing—was
emblematic of her caring nature.
In times of crisis, that caring kicked into high
gear. In 1999, Rosemary saw Jim through a struggle with cancer, supporting him
in every way possible. I
n 2011, she did the same
Rosemary had a lovely smile. She liked red roses and blue
hydrangeas. Her homemade strawberry jam was the best.
In 2019, Rosemary and Jim moved to the Timber
Ridge at Talus Senior Living Community in Issaquah, Washington, to be nearer
family, as Rosemary was
suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Even in the midst of the disease,
Rosemary remained the loving person she had always been. She gave the longest
hugs at the airport. She started playing the piano again and played often,
especially for Jim. One of her favorite pieces was “Du, Du Liebst Mir Im Herzen.” She
will always be in our hearts.
Rosemary is survived by her husband, James Adkins,
Jr.; son, James Adkins III; daughter, Judith Adkins; daughters-in-law, Mary
Adkins and Ruthanna Hooke; granddaughters, Carolyn Davis and Kathleen Adkins;
grandsons, James Adkins IV and Silas Adkins-Hooke; and many friends and extended
family.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations
be made to Alzheimer’s Disease Research, 22412 Gateway Center Drive,
Clarksburg, MD 20871; or to
Catholic Relief Services, 228 W. Lexington St., Baltimore, MD 21201.
Services will be held at a later date. Friends and
family are invited to sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.
James Edward Sheehan (1st Co)) (9/16/20)
Update; 01/29/22
From Jim's daughter, Cinda:
I write to inform you that James E
Sheehan (1st company), who died 9-14-2020 will finally be laid to rest at
Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday, February 2nd. Mass begins at 12:45pm
at The Old Post Chapel, followed by the processional to graveside beginning
approximately 1:10pm.
(The seventeen month wait has been
incredibly difficult and needs to be fixed so other families don’t endure
this!) Dad did not die from covid, but we have not been able to assemble as a
family until now (because of covid).
I just wanted to make sure ‘58 was
aware.
Thank you,
Cinda Haas, his eldest child
The info below on Jim's condition was provided earlier by Jim's son, Brad.
After a long illness, Jim Sheehan has died.
Jim had Dewys Body Syndrome,
which spread from his
physical being to his brain.
He was in and out of
various nursing homes due to falling, broke his arm
during these last 2 years.
No further details at this time.
Betty Jean Farnan (Wife of Richard Farnan (20th Co)) (9/3/20)
From the Farnan;s daughter Jennifer,
Betty passed away in Warner Robins GA on
31 August. She was 81 years young.
Allan Rachap (12th Co) (8/18/20)
Allan Rachap passed away peacefully, with
his wife, Judy, by his side, in his home on Kauai, Hawaii. His passing was on
June 27, 2020, as a result of lung cancer. He was 83 years old.
Allan was born and grew up in New York City
and moved to Annapolis to attend the U.S. Naval Academy. While there, Midshipman
Rachap met and fell in love with “local girl” Judy Gilden; the two were
married immediately after Allan’s graduation. Following four years as a Naval
Officer, he attended Harvard Business School, where he graduated with honors,
achieving an MBA degree. Allan and Judy moved back to Annapolis, with their two
children, where he went on to have a successful career in finance, ultimately
retiring, at age 60, following 20 years with Merrill Lynch in the Annapolis
office. Spending time with family and travel were important areas of Allan’s
life. They visited many countries, absorbing the culture wherever they went.
After having vacationed on Kauai for many
winters, during which Allan and Judy became active members of the community
while cementing friendships with people there, they decided to live on Kauai and
vacation on the east coast – and so they did, moving to Kauai in 2000. They
returned to Annapolis, as well as other east coast cities, once or twice a year
to visit (and feast on steamed crabs!)
Allan’s life on Kauai was very full; he
led hikes for the Sierra Club and took an ongoing part in the environmental life
there. An accomplished yoga practitioner, Allan also enjoyed gardening, biking
around the island and was a regular at many of the beaches.
Allan is survived by his wife, Judy Rachap;
daughter, Marilyn Gerber; son, Michael Rachap; grandchild Marty Rachap; sister
Rhoda Konigsberg.
As Allan requested, Judy and Marilyn and
Michael left Allan’s ashes at his favorite beach on Kauai.
Barry Jack Howard (4th Co) (7/18/20)
Col.
Barry Jack Howard (March 25, 1936 - July 17, 2020)
Col
Barry Jack Howard (Ret., USAF) was born on March 25, 1936, the son of Harry and
Martha Howard of Wichita, Kansas. He passed away on July 17, 2020 at Blue Skies
of Texas. His father was a career agent for the FBI, and his mother was
affectionately known to the family as “Little Napoleon.” Barry graduated and
was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force from the U.S. Naval Academy in June 1958.
Back
in the States in 1964, he transitioned to fighter aircraft, later becoming an
instructor and flight test pilot. From 1968-69 he was in the thick of the air
war over Vietnam, flying F-4’s, a “warrior” at last. He earned several
combat decorations: Silver Star, Bronze Star, three Distinguished Flying
Crosses, 17 Air Medals. Later assignments included duty at the Pentagon and the
Air War College, neither of which curbed his outspoken character when issues
arose about which he held strong opinions. As a senior officer, he developed a
genuine sensitivity for the trials and morale of his junior officers and
enlisted personnel. Barry was eventually selected for command of three squadrons
and two wings. His command of the 51st TAC Fighter Wing in Osan, Korea in
1983-84 was a great challenge and reward for him. He retired in 1986 at
Bergstrom AFB, Austin, Texas.
In
2016 he and Sandra, his wife, moved to Air Force Village II (now Blue Skies of
Texas West). Barry was baptized into the Christian faith in March 2019, by
Chaplain Gil Richardson.
Tondre-Guinn
Funeral Home
1016
Lorenzo Street
Castroville,
TX 78009
(830)
931-2221
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Eric ForstaThacher (16th Co) (7/16/20)
Eric died on 1 July. Further info will be posted when it is
available.
Joseph Dwight Hutchinson (8th Co) (7/6/20)
Joseph
Dwight Hutchinson (1936 – 2020)
Commander
J. Dwight Hutchinson, of Middletown, MD, entered his heavenly rest on June 30,
2020, after a brief and courageous fight with cancer at his home, Covenant
Springs, surrounded by his loving family. Dwight was an example and
encouragement to us all in the ways he loved and served his wife and family, his
country, and most of all, his Lord and church during his 83 years on this earth.
A deeply spiritual and humble man, Dwight lived a life of gratitude for the
grace he himself received from Jesus Christ, in whom his eternal hope is sure.
Dwight loved to laugh, tell animated stories, and serve others in quiet,
practical ways.
Dwight
was born in 1936 in Summerville, SC, the son of Joseph and Grace Allan
Hutchinson. He graduated from Summerville High School in 1954, where he was a
member of the Honor Society and lettered in three sports. He was the grandson of
Joseph Hall Waring Hutchinson and Florence Huntington Bridge Hutchinson and
James Allan and Maria Ross Heriot Allan, all of Summerville. He received a
Senatorial appointment and was an honor graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy with
the class of 1958.
He
is survived by his wife, Lydia; daughter, Susan Hutchinson, of Oakland, CA; son,
the Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Hutchinson and wife, Troy, of New Haven, CT; son, the Rev.
Christopher Hutchinson, and wife, Kirstan, of Blacksburg, VA; and five
grandchildren, Taylor, Hunter, Geneva, Claire and Joseph. He is also survived by
his sister, Grace Chapman, of Columbia, SC and brother, Steve Hutchinson, of
Sarasota, FL.
Commander Hutchinson served in the Naval Service for twenty years, primarily with the Submarine Service. He earned post-graduate degrees in Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and was a qualified deep-sea diver. His naval service included tours in the Mediterranean Sea, Florida, Virginia, South Carolina, Connecticut, Guam, Scotland, Spain, Maryland, California, and the Pentagon. Following his naval service, he was the Vice President of a small high tech firm in Northern Virginia, serving as a project manager and director of marketing and development.
While
stationed in New London, Dwight met the love of his life, the former Lydia
Somers Coleman, to whom he was married for 59 joy-filled years. Fully retiring
in 1992, Dwight and Lydia moved to the Middletown Valley to an antebellum
farmhouse they named Covenant Springs, where they raised champion Cairn Terriers
and became involved as volunteers with a number of charitable and Christian
organizations. He served on the boards of directors for the Historical Society
of Frederick County, the Middletown Valley Historical Society where he served as
president, and Middletown Main Street, as well as being honored as Middletown's
"Grand Marshall" in 2018. Dwight was the Chairman of the Board of
Deacons at Faith Reformed Presbyterian Church for almost twenty years, which
recently named him Deacon Emeritus.
Throughout
his adult life, Dwight and Lydia were very active in their local churches, he as
vestryman and lay leader with their Episcopal Church and later with the
Presbyterian Church in America. A great lover of theology and history, Dwight
also attended a number of Christian courses at Trinity Episcopal School of
Ministry and wrote a large number of articles for his local congregation's
newsletters. Dwight will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him,
but who also, in Christ, look forward to seeing him again in the New Heavens and
New Earth.
In
lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to the Deacon's Fund of Faith
Reformed Presbyterian Church (faithreformed.org), or the Foundation of the Cairn
Terrier Club of America (cairnterrierhealth.org). An outdoor Memorial Service
will be celebrated at 10am on Saturday, July 11th, at Covenant Springs, 7400
Holter Road, Middletown, MD. Due to current health regulations, please RSVP to [email protected]
by Wednesday, July 8th to receive instructions. The service will be recorded and
posted online later for those unable to attend on Facebook, available by
searching for "Dwight Hutchinson - Celebration of Life." Interment
will follow at a later date at his family's site, St. Paul's Anglican Church,
Summerville, SC. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/
charleston
Russell Elian Vreeland (2nd Co) (7/4/20)
Update from Gordo (9/1/20)
The USNA Columbarium
is finally re-opening. Russ' inurnment will be on Thursday 10 Sept at 1000. If
you plan to attend please notify his daughter-in-law, Susan at either [email protected]
or 818-321-5064
Russ' obituary as published.
William Newton Moore (1st Co) 7/3/20
Update 7/12/20
Commander William Newton
Moore, USN (Ret.), 84, of Pompano Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on 30
June. Born 24 September 1935 in
Hopkinsville, Kentucky, to Andrew Newton Moore and Verna Davenport Moore, he
graduated from Hopkinsville High School as Salutatorian of the Class of 1953. After
one year at Vanderbilt University he received an appointment to the U. S. Naval
Academy, graduating in 1958. He
earned an MS in Physics from the U. S. Naval Postgraduate School in 1965 and an
MS in Information Systems from George Mason University in 1993. He
was assigned to the USS Henry W. Tucker (DDR-875) and served until 1960 when he
was ordered to the USS Springfield (CLG-7) which was deployed to the
Mediterranean as Sixth Fleet Flagship. His
duties were Operations Assistant and Fire Control Division Officer. He
was qualified as Officer of the Deck (OOD) underway and served as OOD for
in-port honors of foreign dignitaries.
After several years on
the USS Dewey (DLG-14), he was ordered to Bureau of Ships as Project Supervisor
for the AN/BQS-11/12/13 Sonars being installed on the 594, 637 and 688 class
submarines, and Director of the Fleet Sonar Office. He
was assigned to Naval Ordnance Systems Command as Project Manager where he
oversaw a major upgrade to the AN/SPS-40 Air Search Radar. Later at Naval
Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) he was Division Director and Project Manager of the
TRIDENT Sonar and Fire Control Division where he directed the development and
production of the first sonar and fire control systems to be installed on the
TRIDENT Submarine. He was
awarded the Navy Commendation Medal and the Navy Meritorious Service Medal.
He retired from the Navy
in 1978 and continued to support NAVSEA as a private contractor. In
1985, he formed Acquisition Planning Corporation, later acquired by DDL Omni
Engineering. He provided support to
Joint Forces Command in the areas of program management and logistics.
He retired from DDL in 2005.
He is survived by his
beloved wife, Nona Johnson Jordan, with whom he traveled to every continent and
70 countries. William is survived by
two former spouses, Ruth Mary Seifert and Penelope Byrd; four children,
Katherine McCormick (Bill), Teresa Moore, John Moore (Paula), and Paul Moore
(Wendi); two stepdaughters, Kristin Collins and Jennifer Jordan-Grote (Joanna);
and twelve grandchildren. His sister
Ann Hancock pre-deceased him this year.
Services and interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery
at date to be announced.
Daniel Byron Leonard, Jr. (24th Co) (6/29/20)
Update 9/2/21
Dan’s inurnment will be held at the USNA Columbarium
on Wednesday 15 September at 1100. Plan on using Gate 8 to enter the grounds.
There will be a luncheon at the USNA Club following the service. Please let
Gordo know via email ( Gordon Gerson <[email protected]
) if you intend to attend the luncheon.
Update 7/6/20
Captain Daniel B.
Leonard, Jr., CEC, USN (Ret.), Newtown Square, PA, died on June 27, 2020. He was
84 years old. Dan was born to Daniel B. Leonard and Nellie May Jones of
Lansford, PA. He was a standout in football and track at Lansford High School,
where he graduated in 1953. In 2003, Dan was inducted into the Pennsylvania
Sports Hall of Fame for his high school accomplishments in sports.
Dan graduated from
the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, class of 1958, 24th Company, and
was commissioned an Ensign, U.S. Navy. Following
two years of sea duty, he transferred to the Civil Engineer Corps (CEC), where
he served twenty-four additional years of active duty military service. His Navy
CEC career included five tours with the Naval Mobile Construction Battalions
(SEABEES), two of which were in Vietnam. In over twelve years with the SEABEES,
he held every position a CEC officer can fill, including having been Commanding
Officer of NMCB SEVENTY FOUR (1974-1976). During his naval career, Dan lived and
worked in thirteen countries across the globe, as well as in twelve states in
the USA. He earned three degrees: Bachelor of Sciences at the USNA, Bachelor of
Civil Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and Master of Civil
Engineering at Stanford University. His military decorations include Bronze
stars with Combat "V" (two), Meritorious Service Medal (three), Joint
Services Commendation Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, Navy "E" Ribbon,
and the Vietnamese Service Medal with five campaign stars.
He
retired from the Navy in in 1984 as a Captain, in the position of Deputy
Commander for Military Readiness (SEABEES). In his subsequent civilian career,
Dan joined TRW, Inc. as a Construction Executive. He retired early from TRW to
accept a position with Saudi Aramco as Project Director. He lived in Saudi
Arabia for five years. Dan's work history was completed with Foster Wheeler USA
Corporation where he was in Caracas, Venezuela for two years, as a Construction
Project Executive.
Dan retired in
1999, and spent his last years traveling with his wife, Giovanna Adimari. They
lived in Newtown Square, PA. Dan is survived by his beloved wife, Giovanna
Adimari; his children, Daniel III (Corrine) and David (Jennifer), Vaughnlea
Rene; and, grandchildren, Joshua, Daniel IV, David Jr., Michael, Talon, Chase,
Xavier; and, granddaughter, Skylar. Memorial Services with military honors and
inurnment at the USNA Cemetery will take place at a date TBA.
James Edward Lott (14th Co) (6/18/20)
December
19, 1932 - June 15, 2020
James Edward Lott, Age 87, born
in Heard County, Georgia, and a resident of Orange County since 1961, died June
15, 2020. Mr. Lott was a Navy veteran who served in the Korean War. He was
a member of the VFW, Delaney Street Baptist Church, a Mason, a Shriner (Bahia
Temple), and was retired from Lockheed Martin.
Mr. Lott is survived
by his children, Jeffrey Lott of Rutherfordton, NC; James Lott, Jr. of Iowa, LA;
Eric Lott of Montross, VA; Donna Hooper of Orlando;
Maria Guthrie of Orlando and Joey Bracciale of Key West. He also has nine
grandchildren Brent Hooper, Cameron Hooper, Jenny Daley, Kristina Kadel,
Viktoria Steiner, Colin Guthrie, Kaitlyn Guthrie, Kelsey Guthrie, Giovanni
Bracciale as well as four great grandchildren. There will be a private
family-only graveside service at Greenwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org)
or Cornerstone Hospice (www.cornerstonehospice.org).
Arden Polhill, (Wife of Lee Polhill (19th Co)) (6/17/20)
Arden Polhill, wife of Lee Polhill died on 12 June, No more info at this time.
Floyd Carlyle Hissong, Jr. (14th Co) (6/5/20)
Floyd C. Hissong, age 85 of Bunker Hill, West Virginia, and formerly of Upper Sandusky, Ohio passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2020, at his home in Bunker Hill. He was born on June 9, 1935 in Amarillo, Texas to Floyd C. Sr. and Dorothia A. (Garber), both of whom are deceased. He married Margaret Jeannine Gottfried on July 31, 1969 and she survives. Floyd is survived a daughter Catherine (James) and 4 grandchildren, nephews Jeff Hissong, Robb Hissong, and niece Kerry Hissong. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Tommy of Findlay, Ohio.
Floyd attended the Naval Academy in Annapolis and
received his bachelor’s from Bowling Green State University. He was a retired
teacher with Upper Sandusky Exempted Schools. Floyd was a member of Upper
Sandusky Lions Club, a 40-year-member of Warpole Lodge #176 F&AM, McCutchen
Chapter #96 Royal Arch Masons, Upper Sandusky Council #98 R&SM, Warpole
Chapter #366 Order of the Eastern Star and the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite,
Valley of Toledo. For hobbies he enjoyed puzzles, painting, and playing
Uno with his grandchildren. There was no visitation. Graveside services
for Floyd C. Hissong were held Saturday, May 30th at 1:00PM at Oak Hill Cemetery
with Rev. Johnny Phillips officiating. Memorial contributions may be made
to the Masonic Lodge of Upper Sandusky, John Stewart UMC, or Noah's Ark Rescue
and can be sent to Lucas-Batton at 476 S. Sandusky Ave. Upper Sandusky, OH
43351.
Don Claus Leo (6th Co)
Rev. Don C. Leo, age 85, a resident of Windsor Park in Carol
Stream, formerly a longtime resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away peacefully at
home on Monday, March 9, 2020, surrounded by his family. He was born
October 3, 1934 in Dysart, Iowa to Walter E. and Rhoda M. Leo.
Don grew up on the family farm in Dysart and graduated from
Dysart High School in 1953. After attending Grinnell College he was appointed to
the Naval Academy, but after the sudden death of his father, he returned to the
family farm to help his mother. He went on to graduate from Iowa State
University in 1958 and then from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in
Evanston, IL, where he earned a Master's of Divinity Degree in 1962.
During his time at Garrett, Don met Judy Barnsback while she
was in nursing school. Following a brief courtship, they married on May 7, 1960.
Don’s first church appointment with the United Methodist
Church was to parishes in Radcliffe and Ellsworth, Iowa. Three years
later, the family relocated to Illinois where he served the Lemont United
Methodist Church for 11 years. They then moved to Wheaton in 1976 when Don
was appointed to Gary Memorial United Methodist Church where he served until
1989. Having earned a second Master's Degree in Counseling in 1974 Don was then
appointed by the Northern Illinois Conference of the United Methodist Church to
Midwest Career Development Service, where he counseled fellow clergy and
pastoral candidates. In addition to serving the United Methodist Board of
Ministries, for 25 years he also served as a part-time chaplain for Central
DuPage Hospital.
Throughout his life, Don committed to serving his community as
well. Most notably, he served on the Police Commission in Lemont, the Board of
Outreach Community Ministries and Community Center in Carol Stream and the Red
Cross, most significantly in Louisiana following the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
Don had many passions in his life. He delighted in his family,
often capturing activities on video. He loved travel and camping and was always
tinkering with his RVs and other projects. He enjoyed sports all through his
schooling, especially baseball, as a catcher winning the state championship his
junior year. He was a diehard Chicago sports fan, especially the Cubs. He
loved reading and music, particularly singing. He also loved his morning coffee
while reading “the funnies.” He was a proud ENFP. Most of all, he loved
people.
Don will be remembered for his boisterous laughter, affirming
nature, self-effacing humor, social activism and countless friendships. His love
for Christ was evident to all who knew him and to know him was to be his friend.
In his own words "I want it to be remembered that I tried
to live a life of love—that I tried to bring love and peace to any who needed
it—and to be an instrument of peace in the manner of St. Francis'
Prayer."
He is survived by his wife, Judy, four children, John (Jane)
Leo of Wheaton, Susan Lowe of St. Charles, Joe Leo of Drake, Colorado and Peter
(Laura) Leo of Matthews, North Carolina, seven grandchildren, Emily Leo, Maggie
(Keith) Brinks, Daniel (Janel) Leo, Leah Lowe, Nathan Lowe, Erin Leo and
Madeline Leo. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Ann
Wayt, and his granddaughter, Jenna Lowe.
A memorial visitation will be held Thursday, March 12, 2020
from 4 to 8 p.m. at Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St., Wheaton. A memorial
service will be held on Friday, March 13, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. at Gary United
Methodist Church.
Memorial gifts may be directed to Gary Memorial United
Methodist Church.
James Lee Corder (3rd Co) 5/22/20
Update 8/8/21:
Jim's
ashes will be placed in the USNA Columbarium on Monday 30 August at 1400 hrs.
There will be a reception at the USNA Club immediately thereafter.
You are reminded that masks are required at the USNA Club.
James Lee Corder died on May
21, 2020.
Update 5/29/20
Jim was born in Keota,
Oklahoma January 12, 1936. The family moved to Durant, Oklahoma once his
father returned from WWII. Jim attended Southeastern State College on a
scholarship for one year, then the US Naval Academy, graduating in 1958.
Jim was in the 3rd Company, which won the Brigade Colors his second and first
class years.
While at the academy Jim met
Julia Draper of Centreville, Maryland on a blind date. They were married
in St. Andrew’s Chapel the day after graduation. They had three
children, Elizabeth (Beth) Corder Clark, Robert (Bob) Franklin Corder and
Margaret (Meg) Corder Gersonde. Jim and Julia have twelve grandchildren.
Jim served six years in the
Navy; three on a destroyer, one year in graduate school receiving a Master’s
Degree in Engineering at the George Washington University, and two years
teaching engineering at the USNA. He resigned his commission then worked
for the Navy as a civilian mechanical engineer for thirty years. During
his last ten years as a civilian engineer, Jim was Deputy Director of the
Machining Directorate earning two Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Awards.
In retirement, Jim and Julia
moved to Back Creek in Annapolis. Jim’s ambition was to help family and
friends enjoy their leisure time. Jim and Julia purchased acreage on the
Eastern Shore of Maryland where they built the Pond House, installed two ponds,
and various goose pits. Jim loved hosting friends for goose and deer
hunting as well as grandchildren for birthday parties and sleepovers.
Along with teaching his grandchildren how to fish, Jim also taught them how to
crab. He would catch and cook his own crabs whenever he could and would
eat them any way they were prepared.
Jim and Julia enjoyed
traveling. He traveled to all fifty states and every continent except
Antarctica. Jim had been to over seventy countries and often said, “Not
bad for a kid from Oklahoma who never dreamed he would cross the Mississippi
River!”
Jim also frequently said,
“If there’s anyone luckier than me, I’ve never met them.” Jim was
an organ donor and his body was cremated. He will rest in the US Naval
Academy Columbarium.
Robert William Flynn (10th Co) (5/11/20)
Obituary and Tribute
Robert
W. Flynn, USNA Class of 1958, passed away after a prolonged illness on May 4,
2020, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Brooklyn New York July 26 1934,
Bob graduated from Fort Hamilton High School in in 1952. He went to
Brooklyn College for two years before transitioning to the Academy.
After
graduating as part of 10th company, Bob served as a Surface Warfare Officer on
Active Duty.
This including serving onboard ships that helped rescue astronaut Gus
Grissom in 1961. He
received a Master’s in Nuclear Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of
Technology in 1965. After
transitioning to the Navy Reserve, he went back to MIT and was awarded a Science
Doctorate (ScD) in recognition of a substantial and sustained contribution to scientific
knowledge beyond that required for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Bob
was a professor of Physics at the University of South Florida in Tampa from 1967
until 2003, including time as Chairman of the Physics Department. He was
made professor emeritus upon retirement. He was an expert on the effects
on relativity on spacecraft navigation and in plasma physics.
Bob
collaborated in a number of different areas, including advancing research on
diving and the ability of humans to live underwater in pressurized environment.
He was an avid SCUBA and cave diver and held a number of records for underwater
exploration. He was also an amateur pilot of gliders and powered aircraft,
and participated in spelunking, dancing, and sailing as other hobbies.
Bob
lived in Florida and North Carolina toward the later portion of his life.
He
is survived by his wife Barbara, the mother of his children Maryellen children
Tom, Maria, and Ann, stepchildren Robert and Heather, grandchildren Camden, Max,
Saragail, Maddux and David, brother Noel, and sister Gail. He was preceded
by his parents, and his brother Thomas.
Due
to the current pandemic, a funeral could not be held. There will be
a memorial service at the Academy at a later date.
Tribute to Bob From His Stepson Robert McLAy (5/11/20)
2020
has been a year of loss. We all I think are feeling it. My very
last post was about a friend who passed too early.
This one is about a man who lived an amazing life, but for whom forever
would still have been too short.
Robert
Flynn, was the husband of my mother Barbara, father to Maria, Ann, and Tom,
father figure to me, my sister Heather, and many others.
He was a Naval Officer, a physicist, a teacher, a family man, a father,
grandfather, friend, a pilot, a diver, a dancer, an intellectual of the highest
possible caliber, a kind soul, and simply put, one of the most amazing
individuals I have ever known. His
absence leaves a hole in the universe that, with all due respect to the physics
of which Bob was an aficionado, cannot be explained by the laws of nature.
It
has been observed that children, particularly sons, can be defensive against
their mother’s dating after a divorce. I
probably was guilty of that on occasion. However,
almost as soon as my mother met Bob, I was so happy that she had.
This was a man who clearly made her happy, who was kind to her, generous
in every way, and who was worthy of her attention. “He never goes a day when
he doesn’t give me a complement,” my mother said. It is also a testament to
Bob, that he and my own father, David, became best of friends in time.
Bob was, simply put, someone anyone would have wanted as part of their
family.I know I was very grateful to have him in mine.
Bob
had a number of remarkable characteristics. I believe my mother was first hooked
by his skill as a dancer. For my own part, I’ve always been a bit of an
intellectual snob. I have been
privileged to know more than my share of people that could be called nothing
less than genius. Still, Bob was,
hands down, the smartest person I have ever met.
His academic credits were obvious. Naval
Academy undergraduate. (Class of 58
is great!). PhD from MIT. He could
do math problems in his head that I couldn’t
accomplish with an open textbook, a tutor, and a supercomputer on speed dial.
But Bob wasn’t a niche intellect like some scientists.
I remember a story about someone once saying to his daughter Maria that
“no one knows everything.” “My
father does," she said. She
wasn’t far from wrong.
My
favorite example of this is that my biological family liked to play a game
called “dictionary.” We would
find obscure words, and then make up definitions.
One had to guess which definition was correct to win the game.
I hope it is not too egotistical to say that the rest of us are no
slouches for vocabulary. We used the
Oxford Unabridged (470 thousand words. I looked it up.)
Yet we could not play with Bob. There
simply was no word he did not know. I
remember the point at which my uncle, jokingly angry, threw him out of the game
when Bob seemed incredulous that the rest of us didn’t know that a kea was a
flightless, meat eating parrot that lives in New Zealand. (By the way, I had to
look the word kea up again to render this story accurate).
But
Bob was no shrinking violet of an intellectual. He served on a
destroyer in the North Atlantic, briefly taking command and fulfilling a
lifetime ambition in doing so as a lieutenant.
Having reached that goal, he left for MIT, but stayed in the reserves,
including with the Navy Diving Research Team.
Others correct me if I have this wrong, but I think he still shares some
of the records for underwater living. He
took up cave diving, flying, gliders, spelunking, and many other forms of
adventure. He kept at them too, even
in circumstances that would have scared off men less bold.
I
remember a story he told of flying a glider over an area in which he could not
catch an updraft and was convinced he was going to die in a crash.
He eventually managed an emergency landing in a swamp, but got stuck in a
tree, worried that the final fall would do him in where the initial impact had
not. Eventually the glider crashed
to earth, but it wasn’t really earth. It was swamp, and he began to sink into
the water. The canopy was stuck and Bob was then convinced that he would drown
after all that struggle. He finally
wedged it open and climbed out onto the wing.
Only to have to wait, surrounded by circling alligators, until rescue
finally came. He described this as
an “off field landing”. Oh and
this was BEFORE he got me into a glider, so apparently he kept it up even after
that experience.
Bob
taught me many things. He married my mother when I was already grown.
Nevertheless, he served a fatherly role in my life, even though my own father is
by no means a slouch in that department. Bob
led me into the Navy. He taught me
how to dive, helped teach me to fly, and lent me his plane and glider to do so
when I would have otherwise been far too poor to manage it on my own.
He mentored me in many ways. I’ve
never known quite exactly how to call him. I
say “stepfather” but that seems an imposition on him considering my late age
of “adoption.” “Husband of my
mother” seems far too distant for how close a role he played. My
favorite way of calling him came about when my own children were born. He
was “Grampa Bob,” a title that stuck permanently in my vocabulary when he
and my mother came to live with us during a difficult year of fellowship.
I
think that is my fondest memory of him, my own children climbing on his lap.
It is the perfect image of love, wisdom, and grand stories passed to an
ever expanding circle of family and of love.
Grampa Bob is greatly missed in our home.
I know he is missed just as much in many other places. He is
gone from this earth, and from pain, but he will never be gone from our hearts.
Fair winds and following seas, Grandpa Bob.
Lawrence Renwick Reid, Jr. (3rd Co) (5/1/20)
Lawrence Renwick
Reid, Jr., age 84, of Gainesville, passed away on April 27, 2020 of
complications from pneumonia in Gainesville, Florida.
Visitation was held at Forest Meadows Funeral Home, 725 NW 23rd Avenue,
Gainesville, Florida on Thursday, April 30, 2020 from 4-6 p.m. Funeral service
were held at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell Florida on Friday, April 28,
2020 at 0900 AM. Burial/Internment
services are closed due to Executive Order. Forest
Meadows Funeral Home is handling the funeral arrangements.
Larry was born
in St Louis, Missouri to Lawrence and Leona Reid on January 18, 1936. He
attended high school at Sparta High School, in Sparta Illinois and graduated in
1953. He earned a Bachelor Science
degree from the United States Naval Academy in 1958, a BS Degree in Aerospace
Science from Naval Post Graduate School in 1966, and a Masters of Business
Administration Degree from Old Dominion University in 1977. He
served in the United States Navy for 22 years, flying the P-3 Orion aircraft
throughout the Pacific Theater, being awarded an Air Medal for missions flown
during the Vietnam War from 1969-1971. He was further awarded Meritorious
Service Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation with 2 stars, National Defense
Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal with 4 stars, Vietnam Service Medal and
Vietnam Campaign Medal.
Larry retired
from his beloved US Navy in 1980 while serving as the Executive Officer of the
University of Florida ROTC Unit, transitioning to his next passion as a
University of Florida Gator Football Fan and UF supporter. After
becoming a licensed CPA in 1980, he worked in the Regional Office of the Florida
Department of Corrections as a comptroller for another 10 years, retiring in
1998. He was actively involved in
supporting youth sports programs. He
enjoyed the joys and frustrations of golf, achieving a Hole in One at the
University Of Florida Golf Course in 2000.
Larry Reid is
preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Reid; his mother, Leona Reid; and his
sister, Joy Reid.
Larry is
survived by his beautiful wife, Rhea Reid of Gainesville, FL. As
well as his brother Richard Reid and his wife Carol; two sons and their wives,
Randy and Monica Reid and Stephen and Saundra Reid; and his seven grandchildren,
Jacob, Shiloh, Rossivel, Kevin, Shawn, John Paul, and Brian; his nephews and
niece, Richard Reid, Blake Reid, David Hicks, Kim Hicks, and John Scheper.
In lieu of
flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of
America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 16 th Floor, New York, NY 10001. (alz.org)
Arrangements under the care of
Forest Meadows Funeral Home, 725 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, Fl, 32609,
352-378-2528
Charles Jacob Bowne Jr. (8th Co) (5/29/20
Update 9/24/21:
Reception
Luncheon
Severn
Avenue, Annapolis
email
or 443-994-7185)
Update 7/13/21 : A funeral service will be conducted at the USNA Chapel on 28
September at 1030.
It will be followed by an inurnment at the Columbarium.
Update 5/8/20
Captain
Charles J. Bowne Jr., SC, USNR (Ret.), passed away on 23 April 2020 in
Annapolis, MD.
Born
in Washington, DC, in 1935, he was the son of Charles and Katherine Bowne. He
graduated from St. Albans School (Washington, DC, 1953) and attended the
University of Virginia for one year prior to entering the Naval Academy. He
graduated in 1958 with a BS in Science and Engineering. He earned an MBA in
Finance (Northwestern University, 1968).
Commissioned
as a Supply Corps officer, tours included service aboard Hyman (DD-732),
Newport, RI; COMINLANT, Charleston, SC; Supply Department, Naval Station, San
Juan, Puerto Rico; Naval Electronics Supply Office, Great Lakes, IL; material
officer, Naval Supply Depot, Navy Support Activity, DaNang, South Vietnam. He
resigned from active duty (1969) and proudly served in the Ready Reserve,
including four unit commands, retiring as a captain (1988). He received the
Defense Meritorious Service Medal w/Oak Leaf Cluster as commanding officer of
Reserve units supporting the Defense Fuel Supply Center, Cameron Station, VA,
and Defense Contract Administration Service Region New York, NYC. He also served
on the LT/LCDR Selection Board, was a member of the 20th/21st Congressional
District Service Academy Review Boards for 15 years and was a USNA Blue &
Gold Officer for 27 years.
In
1970, Charles began a fulfilling 30-year career with Texaco, Inc. at their
headquarters, first in the Chrysler Building (NYC) and later, in Harrison, NY.
He worked in many finance positions and his interest in data processing led to
specialization in information technology. Charles retired from Texaco as Senior
Systems Coordinator (2000).
Upon
retirement, Charles and Barbara made their home in Annapolis, MD. A proud member
of the USNA Class of 1958, he enjoyed working as a USNA tour guide, volunteering
at both the museum and the alumni association. He was also a member of the Naval
Academy Chapel chorale.
Charles
will be remembered for his love of family, music, reading, military history and
USNA.
Charles
is survived by his wife of 23 years, Barbara Ann Bowne; children, Wilbur
“Bo” (Helen), Charles “Chris” (Sheila) and Elizabeth (John); two
stepdaughters; six grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and his former wife,
Bette. He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Thomas; and sister,
Henrietta.
Funeral
services and interment will be held at the Naval Academy, at a date to be
determined.
Memorial
donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the charity of your choice.
From Gordo (4/29/20:
We have
now had our first. Charlie died of Coronavirus on 23 April. No further info.
George Dalton Myers, II (16th Co)
This info was provided by one of George's compatriots from the Society of Experimental Test Pilots (SETP). Although somewhat dated, it gives a good idea of George's career. Updated info will be provided when received.
From F
Jim
Sandberg '69:
The Society was saddened to learn
of the “Last Flight” of CAPT George D. Myers, USN (Ret) (M) on 14 April
2020. He was 83 years old.
George was born 18 May 1936 in
Cincinnati, OH. He graduated from Walnut Hills High School in Cincinnati, OH in
1954 before entering the United States Naval Academy the same year and earning a
bachelor’s degree in Engineering in 1958.
He was involved in the field and
carrier suitability of the A-4E auto throttle, which sensed the angle of attack
with and without elevator input signal and included the first shipboard landing
while aboard the USS Lexington. He was also involved in the first shipboard
trials of the T-2B, testing included the determination of the minimum catapult
end speed and maximum sink off the bow permissible at 10,400 lbs and associated
shore-based tests.
Other aircraft testing included the
C-2A, YAT-28E, OV-10A, US-2B, F-4G, F-8D and C-1A.
George joined SETP in 1966 while
serving as a project test pilot in the Carrier Suitability Branch/Flight Test
Division at the Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD. Following two
deployments flying the A-6, he joined General Electric Company in 1969 at
Edwards Air Force Base, CA and flew engine development programs in the F-4, F-5,
B-47 and B-52.
William Alexander Graham, Jr. (12th Co) (3/20/20)
Dr. William A. Graham, Jr. longtime Columbiana County Coroner, died suddenly at home, surrounded by his loving family, on March 8, 2020. Born Oct. 12, 1936 in Chicago, IL, He was a son of the late Colonel Wm. A. and Helen Graham. A lifelong love of learning led him to numerous degrees and certifications from many institutions where he received a number of awards and recognitions. He graduated in 1953 from University High School in Los Angeles, CA, and received a presidential appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, where he was a "Star" Honor Student for three years and was awarded his bachelor of science in electrical engineering. He was a Naval Aviator serving as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, where he had U.S. Naval Flight Training from 1958-1963 and served with Air Antisubmarine Squadron 38 from 1959-1963. As a Naval Aviator, he was recognized as a prestigious double-centurion, awarded for having successfully completed over 200 landings on a given aircraft carrier. He was a supply officer, electronics officer, assistant operations officer and an antisubmarine warfare plane commander.
A 1967 graduate of UCLA, where he took pre-med courses, he then received his doctorate of medicine at The Creighton University School of Medicine, in Omaha, NE where he served as class president and received the Lederle Fellowship for his studies in Electron Microscopy. He had a rotating internship at Orange County Medical Center in Orange, CA. He completed his residency in pathology in 1972 from LAC/USC Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA. He received the L.A. Society of Pathologists, Inc. Award for presentation at the Fifth Annual Residents' Symposium. He pursued courses in math and computer science at California State College in Los Angeles and Pasadena City College in Pasadena, and completed Advanced Management Research International, Inc's Fundamentals of Finance and Accounting for Non-Financial Executives and Systems Analysis for Programmers.
In post-graduate education, he earned his Masters' degree in business administration from the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Steubenville, OH in 1990. He received his licenses to practice medicine in Nebraska in 1967, California in 1968 and Ohio in 1973, and he had a National Board Certification in medicine as well as certifications in anatomic and clinical pathology, radioimmuno pathology, immunohematology, and dermatopathology. In the early 1970s, Dr. Graham was an instructor in pathology at the U.S.C. School of Medicine, lectured in pathology in the U.S.C. School of Pharmacy and in the post-graduate courses in pathology at the U.S.C. School of Medicine. He was head of the laboratory computer group and then staff pathologist in the autopsy department at LAC/USC Medical Center. He then served as an associate pathologist at San Clemente General Hospital and Palm Harbor General Hospital in California.
From 1973 to 2001 he was director of laboratory and pathology at East Liverpool City Hospital, where he continued to serve as an associate pathologist for several years. He served as president of the medical staff at City Hospital in 1977, 1999 and 2000. He also served as director of the Certified Laboratory Assistants School at City Hospital. In the 1970s and 1980s, he served as a member of the board of trustees of the Ohio Association of Blood Banks and the Physicians Peer Review Association, Inc. He also was a member of the board of trustees at City Hospital from 1976 to 1987. He had served as a member of the board of trustees of the Greater East Liverpool Health Care Alliance since 1995. He was a member of Phi Chi Medical Fraternity, Fellow College of American Pathology, Fellow American Society of Clinical Pathology and the American Medical Association, He also was a member of Rotary International. In November 1989, he was elected Columbiana County Coroner, serving twenty-eight years, stepping down as Deputy Coroner due to health issues.
An avid athlete who enjoyed jogging, tennis, scuba diving and skiing, Dr. Graham also was devoted to his hobbies of electronics, computers, woodworking, and flying, having received his commercial pilot's license in 1964. He also enjoyed traveling outside of the USA with his wife, Mickey, visiting various countries, including China, Russia, Japan, Germany, Italy, and Peru.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Arlene "Mickey" Graham. Also, surviving are his children, Sandra Lynn, Richard Brian, David Jeffrey, Deanna Arlene Dysert and Russell David Dysert, along with 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Per
Dr. Graham's wishes, there will be no calling hours. His remains will be
interred at Arlington National Cemetery, Washington, D.C. with his parents while
waiting for his wife to join him. Along with Mickey and his dog, Oliver, he will
be sadly missed by all who truly knew him.
View
Dr. Graham’s memorial webpage and send condolences online at: www.arnerfuneralchapel.com
James Albert Fredericksen (10th Co) (2/21/20)
Update 2/26/20
On
February 18, 2020, Lt. Commander James Albert Fredericksen, USNR (Ret.) left to
be with his Lord and Savior. Born January 22, 1934 in Galveston, Texas,
“Jim” was the son of Robert E. and Ethel Mae Fredericksen.
He
is survived by his wife of 61 years, Peggy Piper Fredericksen, daughter Pamela
Burgeson, son Robert Fredericksen, grandson Zachary and wife Ashley Burgeson,
granddaughter Nicole Fredericksen, great grandsons, Eli and Noah Burgeson
sisters Nancy Fredda of Florida and Janet Maxwell of Galveston.
Jim
was a 1953 graduate of Ball high School and a 1958 graduate of the United States
Naval Academy. He also held and MBA from the University of Houston. Jim’s kind
heart, hearty laugh and corny jokes will be missed by all who knew and loved
him.
Viewing
will be held on Thursday, February 27th from 6-8p.m. at Crowder Funeral Home in
Dickinson with services at 1:00p.m. on Friday the 28th at First United Methodist
Church of Dickinson. Burial to follow at Forest Park East with Military Honors.
For
those who choose, donations may be made in honorarium to Shriner’s
Children’s Hospital in lieu of flowers.
Nancy’s
Memories of Jim
How
I wish I could be there myself to tell you about my wonderful brother. Yes, God
truly blessed me with Jimmy as my brother. When we were little I followed him
around like a puppy dog. I had to learn to
climb trees, play baseball, play hide and seek and light fire crackers. As we
grew up I was proud of all his activities at Stephen F. Austin and Ball High
School. Being head of the R.O.T.C. brought out real pride. Of course, I was the
one who helped him polish his brass for his uniform. ( A little known fact). How
exciting it was when he was accepted to the class of 1958 at the United States
Naval Academy. Little did I know how that accomplishment would affect my life.
Jimmy loved his time as a midshipman. He made friends that would last a
lifetime. His roommate would even become his brother-in-law. He also met the
love of his life Peggy. He went on to serve on the destroyers USS Wilson,
Dupont, and reserve ship USS Bauer. Also found time to teach at Alvin Community
College. He worked for Brown and Root which took him to work in Durban, South
Africa, Curacao, Venezuela, Thailand and other places I don’t know or maybe
don’t remember. It was always much joy when my family and I came back to Texas
and spent time with Jimmy”s family and my sister Janet and her wonderful
family. My husband , Vic, loved fishing with the boys. Jimmy took us to his
ranch to see his cows and horses. Most he named… My son Dan loved feeding the
cows with cousin Bobby. Then there were the reunions with the 10th
company 1958 graduates. We all enjoyed visiting with our friends in Portland,
Oregon, Denver, Colorado, Nags Head, North Carolina, Key West, Florida, Virginia
Beach, Virginia and Monterey, California. Being
together with him was always so special. Now we have grown old with loads of
loving memories. God was so good to all of us. Now he has called Jimmy home.
What joy he must be having with our Mom and Dad, Aunts and Uncles, cousins and
many friends. He has left so much of himself here with all of us. A much loved
wife Peggy, son Bobby, daughter Pam, Granddaughter Nicole, Grandson Zachary,
Great Grandsons Eli and Noah and their sweet Mother Ashley. He put his heart and
soul into his family.
My
thoughts in closing:
Death
takes the body
God
takes the Soul
Our
mind holds the memories
Our
hearts keep the love
Our
faith tells us that we will meet again.
Love to all, Nancy
George Joseph Jenkins, Jr. (10th Co) (2/12/20)
Update 2/22/20
George's family will have a private Mass and
inurnment at the Naval Academy in late March.
Update 2/17/20
Commander
George J. Jenkins, Jr. (Ret) passed away on February 7, 2020 at Patriots
Colony in Williamsburg, Virginia
with his wife, Patricia and children, Gregory and Jennifer Couvillon
present.
He was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduatedfrom
Bishop England High School and completed one year at the College
of Charleston before being accepted into the Naval Academy in 1954.
After graduating from the Naval Academy with the class of 1958, he began his
career in the surface Navy serving with COMCRUDESFLOT 4.
He also served aboard the USS Barney (DDG 6), USS Murray (DD 576),
USS Cone (DD 866/Executive Officer), and USS Nitro (AE 23/Commanding
Officer). He earned his Masters degree in nuclear physics at the Naval
Postgraduate School in Monterey, California and later taught
physics at the Naval Academy. While stationed at the Pentagon, he worked
on the PHM (hydrofoil) program, and later fleet preparedness in London at
Headquarters CINCUSNAVEUR.
Upon retiring in 1981 he worked for several government contractors primarily
providing support for the PHM/hydrofoil program. He is
survived by his wife Patricia, his son Gregory, daughter Jennifer
and one grandchild.
He is
also survived by his sister Margaret Miller.
Interment
and funeral plans not yet set.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Riverside Hospice, 12420Warwick
Blvd., 3rd Floor, Suite 6E, Newport News, VA 23606
Robert Leonard Warren (8th Co) (2/12/20)
(September 3, 1932 February 1, 2020)
Robert “Bob/Rob/Leo" Leonard Warren, CAPT USN (Ret),
died peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the age of
87. Born September 3, 1932 in Ferguson, Missouri to John and Margaret (Beardsley)
Warren. Robert graduated high school and enlisted in the Navy where he served on
the USS Boxer during the Korean War. He was selected to attend the US Naval
Academy and reported in June of 1954 where he roomed in the 8th company with his
future brother-in-law, Jim Clarkson. Upon graduation, Robert entered the fleet
as a surface warfare officer and eventually became the commanding officer of the
USS Leonard F. Mason during the Vietnam War. He achieved the rank of Captain and
after a series of senior staff positions, retired in 1988.
Robert married his USNA roommate’s younger sister, Elizabeth
“Betsy” Clarkson in 1959 and they lived in California, Hawaii, Norfolk, and
Northern Virginia with their two daughters, Wendy and Patricia. After retiring,
Rob and Betsy settled in Springfield, VA where Betsy continued her nursing
career and Rob was able to purse his passions, tennis and model railroading. Rob
and Betsy enjoyed bird watching, wine tasting, and spending time with their
daughters’ families in North Carolina.
Rob is survived by his dear wife Betsy, daughter Wendy Garner
and her 4 children, Elizabeth Ann, Lindsay, Tim, and Mary; and daughter Pat
Bryan, her husband David Bryan and their 2 children, Stephen and Beth; and by
his sister-in-law, Irene Warren. He was preceded in death by his younger
brother, Bill Warren.
Internment with full military honors will be held at Arlington
National Cemetery on a date to be determined. A service at the Old Post Chapel
will precede internment.
Richard Nathaniel Cordova (17th Co) (2/12/20)
Commander Richard N. Cordova , USN (Ret) passed away on
February 4, 2020 at Sunrise Medical Center in Las Vegas Nevada with his wife
Alethea Allen and children Tim, Richard Jr., Stephen and Sally present.
He was born in El Paso, TX on 7 July 1936 the first son
of Helen and "Steve" Cordova. He moved, with his parents, to
California in 1943, and grew up in the San Fernando Valley graduating from Notre
Dame High School in 1954.
After graduating from the Naval Academy with the class
of 1958, he started his career in the surface navy aboard the USS GEORGE K.
MACKENZIE. In 1960 his destroyer squadron was the first to be home ported in
Yokosuka, Japan after World War II. In a park near his home in Ishiki, JA, he
and his mother were playing with his son Richard when a young lady came into the
park and asked if her son could play with Richard. That young man eventually
became the Emperor of Japan. He was on the commissioning crew of the
USS ROBISON (DDG-12) prior to his entry into the Navy Nuclear Power Program in
1963. Upon completion of Nuclear Power School and Submarine School he served
aboard USS PLUNGER (SSN-595), USS ANDREW JACKSON (SSBN-619) and USS SNOOK
(SSN-592). Additional active duty stations were Fleet ASW Training Center, San
Diego and COMMANDER CARRIER GROUP ONE Staff.
Upon retiring in 1985 he worked for several government
contractors primarily proving underway data gathering and shore side event
reconstruction and analysis support of naval exercises. While providing underway
support, he was onboard the USS IOWA (BB-61) in 1989 where he observed the
turret explosion that killed 47 men.
In 1976 he became an ordained minister in Community of
Christ. He served in a number of self-sustaining ministerial positions including
congregational pastor and financial officer and jurisdictional president and
financial officer. He served for 10 years on the world church's Peace and
Justice Committee where he provided significant input for the church's theology
of peace from the viewpoint of a military peacekeeper. He continued to be serve
the church until his death. He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley, who had
been a chapel organist for the Recruit Training Command, San Diego for over 23
years impacting the lives of many thousands of young men. His wife of 42 years
passed away in 2015 from dementia.
In January 2019, he married Alethea Allen, whom he had met
through the Community of Christ. During their year together they shared a number
of trips to visit family and friends across the United State of America. He is
survived by his wife Alethea Allen and his children Kenneth Shaw, Timothy Shaw
(Mary), Richard Cordova (Kathi), Stephen Cordova, and Sally Cordova (Gerri
Kinyon), three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday,
February 22, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the El Cajon Community of Christ Church.
The Congregation will provide refreshments following the service. The
address is 115 Cajon View Drive, El Cajon, CA 92020. An Inurnment Service will
be held on Monday, February 24, 2020 at 9:00 am at the Miramar
National Cemetery located at 5795 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122.
Last Call Myron Joseph Kandra (22nd Co) (1/30/20)
Myron was born December 6, 1935 to the late
Michael E. and Johanna “Jennie” (Novak) Kandra at home in Shamokin,
Pennsylvania. He graduated from Shamokin High School in 1953 and from the United
States Naval Academy in 1958. He was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the United
States Marine Corps in June 1958. On May 30, 1959 he married his high school
sweetheart Kathryn Elizabeth Thomas in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. He served in the
Vietnam War as an artillery Captain. He later resigned his commission as a
Captain in the Marine Corps on September 1, 1966. From 1966 to 1968 he worked as
a Business Manager for Raytheon Company. He later worked as a Pricing Manager
for Sanders Associates, Inc. from 1968 to 1976. While working and raising four
children in Nashua, NH he also earned his MBA at Northeastern University in
1973. He later joined Digital Equipment Corporation in 1976 working in
marketing, manufacturing, and project management until his retirement at age 62
as an Industry Sales Specialist working on government contracts. He enjoyed
spending his time traveling, helping Kay with her art career, tinkering on his
computer, researching family genealogy, watching basketball and football and
every minute he had with his cherished grandchildren.
Myron is survived by his loving wife and best
friend of 60 years Kathryn “Kay” (Thomas) Kandra, three children Joseph
Myron Kandra (Anne), Katrina Kandra McLellan (Jeff), Tania Kandra Suster (Mark)
and his seven adoring grandchildren Christopher, Kathryn, Rowan, Jacob, Andrew,
Grady and Brody. Myron was preceded in death by his son Thomas George Kandra,
his sisters Helen and Jean and his brothers George and Michael “Mickey.”
A funeral service will be held Monday,
February 10th, 2020 at 2 PM in the United States Naval Academy Chapel, in
Annapolis Maryland. Committal service will follow at the United States Naval
Academy Columbarium. A memorial reception will be held at the Naval Academy Club
after the services.
An online guest book is available at www.johnmtaylorfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to
the Johns Hopkins Bladder Cancer Research Fund https://secure.jhu.edu/form/urology
or Hereditary Colorectal Cancer Research https://secure.jhu.edu/form/gastro?populatedesignation1=General+GI+Donations
Paul
Clarence Tucker (22nd
Co)
At 85, Paul C. Tucker passed away peacefully at his
home in Mandeville, La, on Friday January 17, 2020. His childhood lessons began
early by surviving as the only boy in a family of 4 sisters. Paul's parents were
Patton C. Tucker (a coal miner) and Lillian Quillen Tucker. He was born in Roda,
VA on April 28, 1934 and he spent most of his childhood in Kingsport, TN. Paul
graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School in 1952. He completed 2 years at
Virginia Polytechnic Institute at Blacksburg, Va. being a proud member of the
American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the Corps of Cadets. His dream to
attend U.S. Naval Academy was realized with support from the Honorable
Congressman B. Carroll Reese, 1st District of Tennessee who approved his
appointment.
In June
1958 he graduated as a Lieutenant and pilot. In 1963 he was honorably discharged
from the U.S. Navy. His Navy ring was worn with great pride. He continued his
education at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. and found employment as a
technical procurement engineer for Westinghouse Corp in Pittsburgh. This
position involved purchasing products for building atomic power plants and
submarines. In 1964 he joined Kaiser Aluminum and moved the family to Chalmette,
LA. As a procurement manager for Kaiser, he traveled abroad to Ghana, Africa-
Gladstone, Australia – Jamaica – then back to the U.S. in 1977 settling in
his favorite city of New Orleans, LA.
In most cases, his growing family traveled as well,
exposing them to a very protean and exciting upbringing. Once in New Orleans he
opened five retail stores named Frame City and Art Gallery. While at Frame City
he was an active member of the Kiwanis Club and Professional Picture Framers
Association. This business and his real-estate interest were very successful
allowing him to retire to Mandeville LA, with his wife Janeen.
Paul and
Janeen enjoyed traveling to Europe, snow skiing, cruising and gardening. Paul's
life was full of hobbies, from train & stamp collections, owning race horses
and an avid bridge player becoming a Life Master & certified instructor. His
greatest achievement was clearly his dedication, support and love of his family.
The gathering always included family competitions including, tennis, golf, card
games, and the greatest of all- Spoons.
Paul is survived by his wife of 32 years, Janeen
Rather Tucker, daughters; Deborah (Mark) Nichols of Houston, TX, Cynthia (Mark)
Haas of Palm Springs, CA.; Sons, Timothy (Christina) Tucker of New Orleans,
Patrick (Nichole Chauvin) Tucker of New Orleans; Step-daughter Lisa (David)
Harris of Baton Rouge ; step-son Jim (Nicole) Rather of Mandeville; sister Patti
Hunley of Nashville, Tenn. Paul or "Pops" (as his grandkids called
him) found his true calling as a grandfather to his 12 grandchildren.
The family would like to thank his caregivers
Cassandra Magee, Susan Lang , Sharon Faciane & LaCursha Pigott, and a very
special thanks to Hospice nurse Lisa Sacs. A celebration of Paul's life will be
held at St. Timothy United Methodist Church, 335 Asbury Drive, Mandeville, LA on
Saturday January 25, 2020 with visitation starting at 10:00 am and the service
beginning at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to
New Orleans Medical Mission Services PO Box 6249 NOLA 70174 or St Francis Animal
Sanctuary 813 Florida St Suite F Mandeville, LA 70448
Edward Neal Jackson (5th Co) (1/7/20)
Ed Jackson, 84, formerly of Grant, passed away Saturday. He
was a Naval Academy graduate and served in the Air Force. He went on to have a
successful career at Rockwell International/Boeing and Engineering Research Corp
(EUC) with emphasis on the Space Shuttle program. Ed always made friends
wherever he went, was a forward thinker, and an encouraging father. The best
part of him will live in our hearts forever. As we remember his life, it is more
than him we will remember; rather who we are because of who he was. He was
preceded in death by his wife, Merrita Jackson, son, James Edward Jackson, and
grandson, Christopher Johnson. Survivors include children, Rhonda Gentle, Sheryl
Cosgrove, Terry Ivey, Mark Parsons, and Lee Ann Daniel; and 12 grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 12 to 2 p.m. Thursday at Laughlin Service Funeral Home.
The funeral will follow at 2 in the chapel with Pastor Ryan Epps officiating. (www.laughlinservice.com).
Laughlin Service Funeral Home and Crematory
2320 Bob Wallace Ave SW
Huntsville, AL 35805-4725
256-534-2471
Published in The Huntsville Times on Jan. 8, 2020
Robert Holt Evans (22nd Co) (1/7/20)
In memory of Robert Holt Evans. Born December 6, 1934 in South
Boston Va. to Mary Peachey Easley and John Davis Evans. Holt graduated from
Halifax High School in its last class of 1953 where he excelled in debating, a
skill that served him well for the rest of his life. He then went to Bullis Prep
School to prepare for the Naval academy where he graduated in 1958 with a Golden
Gloves in boxing. He married Nancy Willis Evans in the Naval Academy Chapel the
next day and they subsequently spent the next 28 years in the United States Air
Force, where he served seven years in the Far East, another seven in Europe and
four at NATO headquarters. The rest of his career was served in the US,
retiring out of Langley Field in Tidewater. Holt and Nancy retired to Halifax,
to the home where he was reared and that was built by his grandfather. During
his time there he served on Town Council, the Vestry of St. John’s Episcopal
Church and on the Board of the South Boston Museum. He was a lifelong giver to
and lover of the arts.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy W. Evans, son Robert Holt
Evans Jr. (Anna), daughter Teel Evans (Michael) and eight grandchildren: Alex
Evans, John Taylor, Dawson Evans, Nicholas Evans, Eliza Evans, Laura Taylor,
Trent Evans and Malin Evans.
There will be a drop-in at the Evans household at 415 Mountain
Road, Halifax, Virginia from 6-8 pm on Friday evening the 3rd of January
and the memorial service will take place at St John’s Episcopal Church on
Saturday, January 4th at 2 pm followed by a reception at the home of Jack and
Bertha Jane Dunavant, also on Mountain Rd.
In lieu of flowers, please give freely to the Halifax Rescue
Squad, 700 Hamilton Blvd., South Boston, VA 24592, the local SPCA, P.O. Box 969,
South Boston, VA 24592, the South Boston Museum, P.O. Box 383, South Boston, VA
24592, the Prizery, 700 Bruce St., South Boston, VA 24592, or a charity of
your choice.
Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.
Powell Funeral Home
1603 Wilborn Ave.
South Boston, VA 24592
434-572-4911
https://www.powellfuneralinc.com/obituary/robert-evans
David Lee Allard (7th Co)(12/4/19)
From Harry Hurst:
Dave Allard, 7th Company, passed away on November 30, 2019.
Dave has been fighting cancer for a long time. He will be buried
on Tuesday. December 17th @ 1130 at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in
Dixon, Ca. There will be a mass at the local Catholic church on Monday,
December 16th.
Barbara is currently in assisted living, but can be reached at
telephone # 707-419-5454 and by mail at:
Barbara Allard
2350 Estates Dr
#310
Fairfield, CA 94533
Dave was one of the nicest men you would ever want to meet -
an outstanding Classmate and Company Mate, a Wonderful Friend, and a Very
Loving Family Man. We will all miss him dearly!
God Rest his Soul,
And he would join me in saying Beat Army!
John Hutchison MacKinnon, Sr. (9th Co) (4/5/20)
Update 7/15/20
I have
received the following from Mary Beth MacKinnon:
Mary
Beth MacKinnon
<[email protected]>
The
funeral is on for July 31 at 11 am at Arlington. They are limiting
attendance right now to 50 people due to the Phase 3 regulations. We are
also having folks back to our house afterward for lunch. It will be
outside and people will be able to distance as need be. Our address is 119 W.
Westmoreland Road, Falls Church, VA.
Please
respond to Mary Beth if you expect to attend the funeral and/or the lunch.
Update: 4/5/20
Jack's funeral at
Arlington is now scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on July 31st.. More info will be
provided closer to the date. .
John Hutchison MacKinnon, SR (Jack) died November 22, 2019 at
Virginia Hospital Center of heart failure. He was 83. He is remembered for his
love of country, family, and service. Jack was born October 9, 1936 to Edwin and
Thirza MacKinnon. A native of Saginaw, MI, Jack prepped at Culver Military
Academy (1954) prior to graduating from the United States Naval Academy (USNA)
with Honors (1958). Admiral Rickover selected Jack for his elite Submarine
program in 1959-60 in Groton, CT where he met his wife Nadyne “Nikki”
Loeffler. They married August 26, 1960.
Jack worked his way up in a 20+ year Naval career including
Commander of nuclear submarines including both crews of the SSBN-616 USS
Lafayette, ending up in a leadership role of the Submarine Squadron out of
Groton, CT. Among the 20+ awards and honors, Jack received the Meritorious
Service Medal in 1980.
Upon completion of his military career, Jack had a 20+ year
career in the Nuclear power industry. Jack and Nikki lived all over the country
with their two children John and Julie. Jack’s wife Nikki predeceased him in
2001.
Jack attended his 45th Naval Academy reunion where he met
Katherine Prout, a widow of one of his company mates. After a short courtship,
they were married October 30, 2004 and Jack moved to Benicia, CA. Jack and Kathy
enjoyed retirement, traveling (cruising was a favorite), playing Bocce and
volunteering with various organizations. They also loved gardening and every
year shipped boxes of Meyer Lemons from their backyard to friends and family.
Katherine predeceased Jack in 2014.
Jack recently relocated to the Kensington in Northern Virginia
to be closer to family and was thrilled to be able to attend Navy football
games. Jack loved the friends he made at the Kensington and looked forward to
the clock hitting 4 pm each day so he could walk downstairs and enjoy music and
happy hour with his friends.
Anthony William Stremic (20th Co) (11/22/19)
Update 1/26/20
Lieutenant Colonel Anthony
W. Stremic, USMC (Ret.), 84, died on 19 November 2019 in Haymarket, VA.
“Tony” was born in
Mount Carmel, PA, to William Stremic and Julia Jushinskas Stremic. He was raised
in Glenside, PA. He graduated from Cheltenham High School in Elkins Park, PA,
and then from Wyoming Seminary in Kingston, PA, earning numerous football
recognitions and winning two National Preparatory Wrestling championships. Tony
entered the Naval Academy under a Secretary of the Navy appointment.
At Annapolis, Tony won the
Naval Academy sword his senior year as outstanding athlete of his class, was
named honorable mention as a lineman on the 1957 All-American football team,
outstanding lineman in the 1958 Cotton Bowl game, and was selected to an
All-Time Navy vs. Army team. As a heavyweight wrestler, he was second in the
EIWA Championships (1957 and 1958) and, wrestling in the 191-lb. weight class,
placed second in the NCAA Championships (1957). Tony graduated from USNA
in 1958, in the top 10% of his class and was commissioned in the U.S. Marine
Corps. He married the former Nancy Ughes of Norristown, PA.
Tony served as an infantry
officer and research and development officer, including a combat tour in Vietnam
with the 1st Marine Division. Other assignments included Marine Corps
Development Center, Quantico, VA; 3rd Marine Division, Okinawa;
Marine Corps Command and Staff College, Quantico; Marine
Corps Headquarters, Arlington, VA, and Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington,
DC. While on active duty, Tony was selected to play on numerous All-Marine and
All-Service football teams. In 1966, he earned a BS degree in electrical
engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School.
Upon retirement from the
Corps in 1979, Tony became a program manager and consultant
in weapons acquisition systems for several high technology firms in Northern
Virginia, until fully retiring in 2002.
Tony was a long-time member
of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Annandale, VA, and St. Katherine Drexel Catholic
Church in Haymarket, VA. Tony
was an accomplished photographer and contributed numerous photographs of events
and scenery to his neighborhood magazine. He also created several community
websites. Tony loved animals and helped Friends of Homeless Animals, a shelter
located in Loudoun County.
Tony is survived by his
wife, Nancy; daughter, Lynn Johnson; son, David; and granddaughters, Kelly and
Meghan Johnson. He was predeceased by his son, Mark.
Sinkler Warely, Jr. (20th Co)
Sinkler
Warley Jr. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, died on October 3, 2019. He was
84.
“Sink”
was born September 22, 1935 at “Old Roper” Hospital in Charleston, South
Carolina, son of the late Sinkler Warley, Sr. (The
Citadel ‘19) and Helen Dove deLorme Warley.
He grew up in Charleston and nearby Folly Beach, where he spent most of
his summers at his grandmother’s house because of his love for the ocean.
He was an active youth playing any sport he could, especially golf and
tennis.
Sink
graduated from the Severn School in Maryland in 1954.
He made the varsity football team, The
Admirals, despite his extremely light weight, and he also played varsity
lacrosse. His
warm personality won him many friends on and off campus.
One could always be sure to find Sink at church on Sunday morning
regardless of what kind of a Saturday he may have had.
Sink
entered the Academy by competitive examination in 1954, graduating with the
class of 1958, 20th Company.
He was the epitome of a southern gentleman, as much at home at a dove
hunt with his Springer spaniels as he was at a debutante party in Charleston.
He was commissioned Air Force Ground and served in logistics assignments
at Amarillo Air Force Base, TX, and Eglin Air Force Base, FL.
In 1962, he resigned his commission and returned to his hometown of
Charleston to care for his ailing father.
Sink
began his civilian career at American Mutual Insurance in Charleston and, later,
at UniRoyal Tires in Greenville, SC, where he programmed computers.
He also taught mathematics at Piedmont Technical College in Greenwood,
SC. Returning
to Orangeburg, he served as Director of Personnel at Orangeburg Regional Medical
Center for over 15 years prior to retiring.
He was an usher at the Church of the Redeemer in Orangeburg, and ushered
at Holy Cross Episcopal Church in Sullivan’s Island until 2013. An
avid outdoorsman, Sink always found time to play golf and tennis, go duck and
dove hunting, fish at Folly Beach, and tend to his 90-acre pine tree farm near
Orangeburg. He
was a member of the Country Club of Orangeburg and the private Dungannon Hunt
Club in Charleston.
He
is survived by his wife, Claudia Zeigler Warley, one son, Christian Sinkler
“Chip” Warley (Jill) and four grandchildren, Dane 9, Tatum 7, Jeb 3, and
Banks 1.
Graveside services were held October 12, 2019, at Magnolia Cemetery, in
Charleston.
Ralph Michael Neely
(3rdCo)
R.
Michael Neely, born to Ralph B. and Lucy Neely Dec. 16, 1935, passed from this
life on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019. Mike's life celebration will begin with a
Coffee/Tea Reception in Greenwood Chapel Live Oak Room at 10:30 a.m., with a
graveside service at 12:00 noon. A luncheon to follow will be provided at
Angelo's. Mike grew up on Tremont in Fort Worth with his mother, father and
brother George Allen Neely. He graduated Arlington Heights High School in 1954
and was commissioned to attend the United States Naval Academy graduating in
1958 as an Electronic Warfare Officer. Mike then joined the Air Force to become
a Captain and Navigator with the 824th Bombardment Squad (Strategic Air Command)
stationed at Turner Air Force Base, Albany, Georgia. On April 20, 1963, he chose
to leave the Armed Services and was honorably discharged. Following, he worked
and retired with International Business Machines (IBM) after 32 years.
Survivors: Two children, Michele Neely Trachy, Euless, Texas and Scott Allen
Neely, Hawaii; Michele's daughter, Allison, married to Sam Hill, Birmingham,
Ala.; Scott and his wife, Jodette have two children, Paige and Jackson who
reside in Arizona. Mike was also blessed with an extended family. Jo Ellen is
survived by two daughters, Kelly Nusser married to Danny, Canyon, Texas, and Kim
Cumming married to Brian, Colorado Springs, Colo.; grandchildren, Emily and
Blake Nusser and Brooke and Brady Cumming. Mike also shared his life in Baton
Rouge, La., with his two stepchildren, Lynn Davis, Caledonia, Miss., and Bryan
Stevens, Charlotte, N.C. Lynn is married to Wes; they have two children, Cullen
and Connor. Bryan Stevens is married to Allen Owens. Mike lived an enriched and
full life. He was a member of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, Austin, Texas. He
enjoyed traveling, being a high school football referee, his voluntary work at
Seton Hospital and Meals on Wheels in Austin. His sense of adventure and
exuberance for life will be missed by his family and friends. Memorials: In lieu
of flowers, please feel free to give a Memorial gift on-line to the
woundedwarriorproject.org/donate in Honor of Mike Neely.
Upcoming
Events Visitation Nov 15. 10:30 AM 11:30 AM (CST) GREENWOOD CHAPEL Greenwood
Funeral Homes and Cremation, Cemetery, Mausoleum, Florist 3100 White Settlement
Road Fort Worth, TX, 76107
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Jo Ellen Neely (Wife of Mike Neely (3rd Co)) (11/11/19)
Jo
Ellen Neely, 73, passed from this life on Monday, July 6, 2009. A graveside
memorial service will be Thursday, July 9, at 10:00 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery
in Fort Worth, Texas. Jo Ellen was born in Fort Worth on December 27, 1935, the
daughter of Katherine and J.T. Griffin. She graduated from Arlington Heights
High School in 1954 and the University of Oklahoma in 1958. She resided in Alva,
Oklahoma for nearly 50 years before moving to Austin, Texas. She enjoyed
nursing, numerous outdoor activities, traveling to many places around the world,
and her family and friends. She loved being a mother and especially the time
spent as a grandmother. She was a member of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church where
she was involved with Meals on Wheels, cooking for the St. Bridges Guild, and a
volunteer teller. She was also a member of PEO and the Seton Hospital Auxiliary
in the neonatal unit. Survivors include her husband, Mike; daughters Kelly and
Danny Nusser of Canyon, TX; Kim and Brian Cumming of Colorado Springs, CO;
Michele Trachy of Birmingham, AL, Scott and Jodette Neely of Fort Worth, and
grandchildren Emily and Blake Nusser of Canyon; Brooke and Brady Cumming of
Colorado Springs; Allison Trachy of Birmingham, Paige and Jackson Neely of Fort
Worth, and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to
the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 5176, Austin, TX 78763.
Keith Pierson Garland (5th Co) (11/11/19)
From Gordo:
Dear
Classmates,
It often takes a few years before we get the bad news. I received the following from a classmate's son:
Keith
P. Garland passed away peacefully on 1 July 2017 in the presence of his
loving wife of 59 years, Jan, and his sons, Chris and Stephen. He was born in
Boston, MA and attended both Boston Latin School and Harvard before finding his
real passion at the U.S. Naval Academy. Keith’s
Navy career was highlighted as Captain of a nuclear submarine where he earned
the utmost respect from crew members and the base commanders. After his tours
underwater, he became a leader in advancing technology as Deputy Director of The
Office of Naval Research. With
success both at sea and land, the Navy awarded him the prestigious Legion of
Merit establishing his accomplishments as outstanding service to his country.
A philosopher at heart who communicated with eloquence and flair,
he remained calm in any storm and solved problems with perseverance, creativity
and finesse.
Keith,
Dad and Grandpa showed unwavering love for his wife of 59 years, Jan; his
children, Doug (Lois), Chris (Becky), Melissa (Scott) and Stephen; and five
grandchildren, Katie, Lauren, Meg, Anna Marie and Scott. He turned mundane tasks
into adventures and was oh, so much fun to be around. After decades of moving
with the Navy, Keith and Jan retired to Southern Pines, NC with a spectacular
view of the 12th hole on Longleaf. The friends and memories of
Longleaf offered support and a fun diversion from the health challenges
prevalent in his final years.
His
funeral at Arlington National Cemetery was held at Arlington Cemetery . In
tribute to his love of country and support of military veterans who sacrifice so
much for this country, donations can be made to COVER, the nation’s longest
running non-profit agency dedicated to veteran transition support and
re-adjustment counseling. Please visit https://www.vetcover.org/captain-garland to
learn more.
Condolences
may be sent to:
The
Garland Family
c/o Chris and Becky Garland
1447 Colleen Lane
McLean, VA 22101
Ronald E. Brence (23rd Co)
From Gordo
Ronald E. Brence passed away on October 23, 2019. His burial
is pending admittance into Arlington Cemetery. Date TBD.
Owen Kirkley (1st Co) (101/29/19)
Frfom Gordo
I was informed that Owen had died on 26 August. No further info.
Stanley W. Dargis, Jr. (4th Co) (10/23/19)
Stanley W
Dargis (May 31,
1933 -
October 9, 2019)
Stanley W.
Dargis, 86, of Mountain View, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019
at his home. Stanley was born on May 31, 1933 in Niagara Falls, New York to the
late Stanley William and Mary (Ciurylo) Dargis. Stanley graduated from Bishop
Duffy High School in Niagara Falls and graduated in the class of `58 Naval
Academy. Stanley served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy and
worked for many years for the government as an engineer and program manager.
Stanley was in charge of NATO communications during his time as a program
manager. He was very respected by all his team and was a fair manager, although
tough. He was also a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mountain View,
Arkansas and enjoyed being a Volunteer Eagle Scout Commander, reading books,
drinking coffee, traveling the world, family gatherings, and playing cribbage.
He will be greatly missed by all of his loving family and friends.
Stanley was
survived by his wife Cleo Mae (Allen) Dargis; sons, Michael R. Dargis and wife
Stephanie, Donald Dargis and wife (Karen), Gregory Shiefer, and David Lawson;
daughters Kathleen Eiler and husband (Roger) , Monica Day and her husband
(Aaron) and Carma Lawson; one brother Kenneth R. Dargis and wife (Patricia);
grandchildren, Cassidy Eiler, Dalton Eiler, Gregory Pat Schiefer, Theresa Grant,
Amber Dargis, Rachel Dargis, Cayla Sanders, Joseph Lawson, and Hunter Emerson;
two great-grandchild, June Elizabeth, Isla Belle; one daughter in law, Regina
Schiefer with two children Kathryn and Adam along with many extended family and
friends, with a special mention to Mike Jackson.
Stanley was
preceded in death by his parents Stanley William and Mary (Ciurylo) Dargis; one
sister, Diane; one brother who he was named after, Stanley William Dargis, Jr.;
and one daughter, Dawn Michelle Cain.
Visitation
was on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, from 5:00-7:00 PM at Roller Crouch
Chapel in Mountain View, Arkansas. The funeral mass was held on Thursday,
October 17, 2019, 11:00 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mountain View,
Arkansas with Fr. Norbert Rappold officiating. A reception followed
the mass at St Mary’s Interment at Timbo Cemetery in Timbo, Arkansas.
Pallbearers
are Mike, Chris, Jessie, David, Phillip, and Dean. Honorary pallbearers are
Michael and Donald Dargis.
Marlene Prince (Wife of Bill Prince (9th Co)) (10/8/19)
Update 10/10/19
Marlene R. Prince (1 October
1936- 13 June 2019)
Marlene passed away on
Thursday, June 13, 2019, at Hillside Terrace of Ann Arbor, Michigan after a
brief battle with pancreatic and lung cancer. Marlene was born on October 1,
1936, in Grand Haven, Michigan to Walter and Martha Van Hall. She graduated from
Western Michigan University with a bachelor's degree in teaching in 1958. In
1960, Marlene married William G. Prince and their family grew to include four
children: Anne, Tom, Martha, and Maria. Marlene began working within the Ann
Arbor Public School system in the mid-1970s and retired from Pioneer High
School. She and her husband were active volunteers at St. Thomas the Apostle
Catholic Church and she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega. Marlene is survived by
her children, Anne Prince Dyer, Tom (Julie) Prince, Martha Prince, and Maria
(Troy) Montri; her grandchildren, Katie Dyer, Danielle (Ben) Talavera, Matthew
Prince, Jacob Prince, and Lily Montri; and her great-grandson, Warren Talavera.
She was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Martha Van Hall and her husband
of 53 years, William G. Prince. Visitation was held on Tuesday, June 18, 2019,
at Nie Family Funeral Home, 3767 W. Liberty Road, Ann Arbor, from 3-8 PM.
Funeral Mass took place on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at St. Thomas the Apostle
Catholic Church, 530 Elizabeth Street, Ann Arbor, at 10 AM.
Ernest Alvin Merritt (19th Co) (10/2/19)
Ernest Alvin
Merritt, age 83, of Chandler, Arizona passed away on Friday August 30, 2019 at
12:06 a.m. Ernest was born June 18, 1936 in Huntington Park, California.
He gallantly fought lung cancer for over a year!
Capt.
Ernest A. Merritt graduated from the Naval Academy in the Class of ’58. He was
in the 19th Company. As a new officer he served on the U.SS Los Angeles out of
Long Beach, Calif., USS Isherwood out of San Diego, Submarine School out of
Groton, Conn., U.SS Argonaut out of Norfolk, Va., and USBN Sam Rayburn out of
Charleston, So. Carolina. In 1967 he left ships and went to NAG (Naval
Astronautics Group) at Pt. Mugu, Calif.
In 1970,
he became a civilian in Camarillo, Calif., teaching math at Pleasant Valley
Elementary School, and Monte Vista Jr. High for 27 yrs. At that same time he was
in the Reserve at Pt. Mugu Naval Air Station 1970-1997. After living in
Camarillo for 37 yrs. he and his wife, Corrine Rohrbough Merritt, moved to
Chandler, Az.
He is
survived by his wife, Corrine Rohrbough Merritt, 3 sons: Ernest A. Merritt II
(Kirkland, WA), Mark Scott Merritt (Chandler, AZ) and Jon "Chip" Eric
Merritt(Chandler, AZ), and 6 grandchildren: Sam, Kirsten, Daniel, Tyler, Ethan
and Eric.
His wife
resides at: 947 E. La Costa Pl., Chandler, AZ 85249
See related note from Gary Minar in News and Events
Fran Nutting (Wife of Roger Nutting (16th Co)) (9/25/19)
Roger's Wife Fran passed away two weeks ago in Bend, Oregon. No more details at this time.
Annette Thornton (Wife of Bob Thornton (20th Co)) (9/25/19
Annette passed away on 20 Sept 2019
From Bob Thornton:
While we were in Charlotte visiting family, she took a fall and broke her hip.
She had surgery, but contracted sepsis. More on the arrangements at a later
date/.
Richard Charles Abel (17th Co) (7/29/19/)
From Gordo
Once again I must pass along news of a classmate leaving us. Dick Abel died on Wednesday 25 July.The following is posted on the funeral home's website:
Richard Abel, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away July 24, 2019 at home after a long fight with heart disease. He was born in Detroit, Michigan to Julia and Charles Abel. He was married to Jeri Lynne Huffman-Dean on March 30, 2001. He was proud to have attended the Navel Academy and earned a masters in meteorology, and then served in the Air Force for 7 years. He flew as Captain for Delta Airlines. Dick became one of Jehovah’s witnesses in his 60’s and enjoyed teaching Bible truths for many years.
He was very loved by his sister, Pat (George) Giza of Detroit; and his blended family of two daughters, Leslie (Monte) Marvian and Julie Abel, his step children Jesse (Dinee) Dean, Katie (Ryan) Robertson, and Jonathan (Lindy) Dean and all his grandchildren.
A memorial will be held on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 4:30 PM. Sandy Kingdom Hall, 9936 S. 300 E. Sandy, Utah.
His widow, Jeri, can be reached at [email protected].
Late Entry from Pete Russell (7/28/19)
Edward Armitage Studer, Captain,
USMC,
passed away suddenly from an aneurism
in
A
native of
Upon
graduation, and commissioning as a Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps, Ed
attended Marine Corps Basic School in
Following
his Marine Corps service, Ed began his civilian engineering career in
construction, specializing in the architecture and construction of commercial
buildings in
He is
survived by his wife of 51 years the former Miriam Fulkerson of Minneapolis;
children, Lisa Eekhoff and Edward Studer; grandchildren, Ava and Jill-Ann
Eekhoff; siblings, Patsy, Barbara, Mary Ellen and Tim.
Memorial
services were conducted on 10 June, 2009, at White Funeral Home,
Roxanne Kessler (Wife of Ed Kessler (15th Co)) (6/24/19)
From Gordo: (6/24/19
Roxanne died of cancer last week. Ed has asked me to pass
along the funeral info:
Viewing
at Johnson's Funeral Home
1800-2000 Mon. 1 July
31440 Constitution Hwy.
Locust Grove, VA 22508
Funeral Service
1100 Tues. 2 Jul.; reception to follow in the church.
Lake of the Woods Church
1 Church Lane (off Lakeview Pky. in Lake of the Woods)
Locust Grove, VA 22508
NOTE: Enter through the main gate on Rte. 3
George Robert Ruwwe Sr. (2nd Co) (6/20/19)
Dr. George Robert Ruwwe Sr. DDS; Captain, US Naval Reserves,
Ajijic, Mexico, of St Joseph, died of natural causes in his home in Ajijic,
Mexico. George was 84.
Son of Dr. George H and Erma C. Ruwwe.
George graduated from St. Joseph Central High School in 1953.
Upon completion he entered the U.S. Naval Academy where he graduated in 1958.
He served aboard the U.S.S. Talladega, the U.S.S. Robert K.
Huntington, and the U.S.S. Noa. He remained in the U.S. Navy Reserves, being
promoted to the rank of Captain. He also served as a Blue and Gold recruiting
officer for the U.S. Naval Academy in the St. Joseph area and later in Mexico.
In total he served for 37 years, for which he was very proud.
After leaving active duty in 1963, he enrolled to The U.M.K.C
School of Dentistry, graduating in 1967. He joined his father in dentistry at
the Kirkpatrick building in St. Joseph, building a successful business. He was
proud to have participated in The Head Start Program, providing gratis dental
care for underprivileged children. He spent 21 years as a dentist, retiring in
1989.
In 1996, he moved to Ajijic, Mexico, a place he loved for its
mountains and its large lake, Lake Chapala. He remained there until his death.
He is survived by: sons, George Robert Ruwwe Jr., George Scott
Ruwwe; daughters, Susan Kay Ruwwe, Mary Anna Ruwwe, Stacy Lorainne Rachus; and
11 grandchildren.
The family is holding a private service. As published in the
St. Joseph News-Press.
Nickolas John Frank III (20th Co) (6/6/19)
Update 6/24/19
Commander
Nickolas J. Frank III, USN (Ret.), died on 3 June 2019 at his home in Walnut
Village, a retirement community in Anaheim, CA. He was 84.
“Nic” was born on 14 August 1934 in Pomona, CA, the son of
World War II destroyer commander, Rear Admiral Nicholas John Frank II ’29, USN,
and Helen Wilkinson Frank. He spent his early years in Coronado, CA, while his
father was at sea. Nic told the childhood story about hiding his teddy bear in
his father’s bag before he shipped out on a mission during World War II. His
father gave the bear a place of honor on the bridge of his destroyer and it
became a good luck charm, which the sailors patted on the head to wish a
successful voyage. He graduated from the military prep academy, the Severn
School in Maryland, where he played lacrosse. He earned a competitive
appointment to the Naval Academy.
Upon graduation with the Class of 1958, Nic was commissioned
Ensign, Navy Line. Following a one-year tour on Trathen (DD-530) out of Long
Beach, CA, he attended Submarine Officers School in Groton, CT and earned his
Gold Dolphins. In 1959, he served on Rasher (SS-269) homeported in San Diego,
CA. Nic began a courtship in Coronado with Susanne Grimes, a Kentucky-bred
schoolteacher; they were married in 1961. In 1964, he was operations officer and
navigator of Pomodon (SS-486) during deployments to the Gulf of Tonkin and
operations with Kearsarge (CVS-33) providing antisubmarine protection to Seventh
Fleet units on “Yankee Station.” In 1966, he assumed duties at Naval
Intelligence Command in Washington, DC.
Nic resigned his commission in 1971 and joined Vitro
Corporation as an intelligence analyst. In 1972, took a civil service position
at Naval Weapons Center, Port Hueneme, CA, where he was instrumental in
establishing the center’s Intelligence and Analysis Group, which evaluated
capabilities of surface warfare combat systems.
He retired in 1996, and he and Susanne moved to Ojai, CA,
where Nic was a dedicated member of the Ojai Rotary Club for 20 years. He was
named Rotarian of the Year in 2000, and then led as president in 2005. Nic and
Susanne moved to Walnut Village in 2017.
Besides Susanne, Nic is survived by daughters, Dana Frank and
Susie Frank; son, Nic Frank IV (Carmen); sister, Marybelle Groves (Tim); and
four grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at Walnut Village on 22 June 2019.
From Pete Russel (6/6/19)
With
heartfelt sadness I have to report that our company-mate "Nic" Frank
passed away peacefully
on June 3, 2019 at his home in Anaheim, CA.
At this time, I have no further particulars but have made a phone call and
e-mail to Nic's daughter,
Dana offering our condolences and requesting the name of the funeral home
assisting she and
her mother, Susanne.
For our company-mates in the far West (Chuck, Jim, Gary), Dana's phone number
and e-mail
for information are: Dana Frank, 714-756-1349, [email protected]
Sincerely (and I will keep you posted),
Pete
A memorial service for Lois will be held at St. Luke's
Catholic Church at 11 00 on Friday, 14 June. The church is located at 7001
Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101. There will be a reception after the service
at the church. The church telephone number is 703-356-1255. Burial arrangements
at Arlington have not yet been completed. Lois will be interred with her
previously deceased husband Bob.
Clyde C. Schroeder (1st Co) (5/9/19)
Clyde C. Schroeder (Skip) went to be with the Lord on April 22, 2019 He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Born in Milwaukee, Wis. in 1934. He was preceded in death by his parents, Major Otto Schroeder, U.S. Army and Mildred Schroeder. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Louise, three sons, Jeffrey and his wife Annie, Philip and his wife Jessica, Andrew and his wife Lisa. Also 2 grandsons, Duncan and Evan, 4 granddaughters, Leah, Sarah, Abigail and Collen and 1 great grandson Christian.
Skip graduated from Pacific Grove high school, California and from the U.S. Naval Academy, class of 1958. He served in Vietnam, with the Seabees, and other naval stations. After retiring from the Navy, he worked for the City of Norfolk and volunteered for 20 years at the Kempsville Library. He was a member of the Kempsville Ruritans, the Community United Methodist Men, and a faithful member of the Friendship Sunday School class.
There will be a memorial service at Community United Methodist
Church on Saturday, May 18 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
to CUMC memorial fund or to Meals on Wheels of Virginia Beach, 3750 Sentara way,
Va. Beach 23452.
Published in The Virginian Pilot on May 8, 2019
Judy Berg (Wife of Pete Berg (18th Co)) (4/9/19)
Judy Berg passed away on 1 Dec 2018. Pete and Judy were married for 58 years. No further info as this time.
William Keith Young, Jr. (18th Co) (3/25/19)
Rear Admiral William K. Young, NYNM (Ret), died 8 March 2019.
He was 84 years old.
A native of Auburn, New York, Bill spent a year at Colgate
University before attending and graduating from the Naval Academy in 1958. He
served eleven years on active duty in the destroyer BACHE as Combat Information
Center Officer and on Destroyer Squadron 28 staff as Communications Officer. He
served as Frequency Management Officer with the MAAG and COMUSMACV in Vietnam
for a year and a half. He was then assigned to work in the Pentagon for the
Chief of Naval Operations as Communications Manager, returning to sea aboard the
attack cargo ship ARNEB as Operations Officer. His last active duty tour was as
Operations Officer with the Naval Oceanographic Office in Maryland.
He went to work for the Federal Civil Service, first in
Washington DC for GSA, and then in Syracuse and Rome, NY, for NORAD. He was
promoted and moved to Florida, where he worked for the STS Contingency Support
Office, an Air Force office supporting NASA shuttle operations.
While in Civil Service, on his time he also participated in
the Naval Reserve and the New York Naval Militia. A reserve for over twenty
years, he commanded four reserve units, including a Cruiser–Destroyer Group
and a Shipboard Simulator, both units new to the Reserves. He received the
Reserve Center Best Unit Award for the former and national recognition by the
Assistant Secretary of Defense for the latter.
He retired from the reserves as Captain. He actively
participated in the New York Naval Militia, the naval arm of the New York State
National Guard, for many years. He served as Central New York Region Commander
for four years, retiring as Rear Admiral, Upper Half.
His military awards include the Combat Action Ribbon, the
Meritorious Civilian Service Medal, the Joint Meritorious Unit Medal, the Air
Force Outstanding Unit Award (3), the RVN Cross of Gallantry Medal, and the New
York State Military Commendation Medal.
He was a life member in the Naval Reserve Association, and
twice elected President of the Central New York Chapter. He was a life member of
the Space Coast Chapter of the Navy League and the National Rifle Association,
and was a member of the American Legion
and the Military Officers Association of America.
Bill
is survived by his fiancée of thirty years, Frances Hutchens, her children and
their families.
Date and location for Bill's service with military honors to
be determined. His ashes will be consigned to the sea. Please check
beachfuneralhome.com for date/time.
Beach Funeral Homes - East
1689 South Patrick Dr.
Indian Harbour Beach, FL 32937
Fax: 321-777-4642
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 321-777-4640
https://beachfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3770997/Young-William/index.php
Stephen Wawak, Jr. (8th Co) (3/20/19)
Lt.
Col. Stephen Wawak, Jr. , USAF(Ret.), a resident of Torrance, California, passed
away on 18 March, 2019, following a brief illness. He was 82 years old.
Steve grew up in Yonkers, New York, where he received his appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy from the state of New York. He arrived at the Academy right out of high school. An avid aviation enthusiast, he held a private pilot license and looked forward to flying after graduation. In his pre-commissioning physical, Steve was initially unable to qualify for pilot training because of high blood pressure.
Upon graduation with the Class of 1958,, Steve was
commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Air Force. Shortly after his
commissioning, Steve did subsequently qualify for Air Force pilot training, and
after completing basic training where he stood number one in his class, he was
assigned to Castle AFB for B-52 training. Upon completing B-52 training, he was
assigned to the Strategic Air Command (SAC) as a co-pilot at Wurtsmith AFB in
Michigan, flying B-52Hs. Steve continued to fly B-52s for several years, rising
to become an Aircraft Commander. Following his SAC assignments, Steve attended
the Air Force Institute of Technology where he received a Master of Science
Degree in Astronautical Engineering. Following graduation, he was assigned to
the Space and Missile Systems office at Los Angeles Air Force Station,
California. After that he had duty at the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) in
Washington DC. Steve retired as a Lt. Colonel and resided in Torrance,
California.
John Paul Nickerson (19th Co) (3/12/19)
John Paul Nickerson of Hyannis, MA fell asleep (passed away) unexpectedly February 15 2019 at the Providence VA Hospital while at a scheduled appointment. He was 83 years young. Born in Needham, MA in 1936 to the late Paul U. Nickerson and late Marion Murchison Nickerson. He was preceded in death by his younger sister, Mary Ann Pan of Bel Air, MD. John Paul was the valedictorian of the 1954 graduating class of Needham High School. His father passed away when he was 16 years of age. Shortly after John Paul received a congressional appointment to the Naval Academy.
At seventeen he took the train from the 128 station to Annapolis where he entered with the class of 1958. While at the Academy he became head of the drama club, which ignited his lifelong love for acting. Upon graduation from Annapolis John Paul served aboard the USS J.C. Owens (DD776) rising to Operations Officer, then as Operations and Plans Officer for Commander Destroyer Division 122, both based in Norfolk, VA. John Paul then became ASW Officer and recovery ship Capsule Communicator for NASA MERCURY space program aboard USS Champlain (CVS-39) out of Quonset Point, Rl. His last assignment in the Navy was as Assistant for Intelligence Readiness on the joint staff of Commander in Chief Atlantic.
After being honorably discharged from the Navy in 1965, he attended graduate school at George Washington University receiving a MS degree. During this time he was a secondary classroom teacher and mathematics faculty department chair in the Fairfax County Virginia public schools. John Paul loved this time of teaching and inspiring the younger generation. John Paul became CEO of a family firm in Boston, manufacturing and distributing fluid control devices. He then entered the field of management consulting with Booz, Allen & Hamilton, Inc. in NYC. Subsequently, he became principal and partner in two international management consulting firms. The Parallel Planning Corporation and Human Resource Services, Inc.
Semi-retired from business in his early forties, John Paul was able to pursue two longtime interests, acting and treating the tragedy of addiction. He appeared on Broadway in "Heartland" and had small feature film roles in "The Verdict," "legal Eagles" and "Power." He made commercials and acted in daytime dramas "All My Children" and "One Life To Live." He enjoyed a recurring role as attorney Freddie Leighton on "Ryan's Hope."
John Paul co-founded Pathways To Freedom, Inc., a charitable institute for public education about addiction and training of therapists in NYC. After institute training in NYC and courses at Harvard Medical School, John Paul was certified as an Addiction Specialist and founded a group psychotherapy practice which specializes in the treatment of addiction. The Pathways program is still in practice and has achieved one of the most successful treatment outcomes recorded in the East. He wrote a recent article, A Three Part Path Out Of Addiction, published in the Cape Cod Times, March 6, 2015. CCT also published an interview with John Paul concerning the late U.S. Sen. John McCain, his classmate at Annapolis, class of'58. This was published August 31, 2018.
John Paul is survived by his loving ex-wife, Carolina Angel of
New York City and his younger brother, David M. Nickerson of E. Harwich, MA.
John Paul Nickerson was a man of integrity. His life was compassionate,
courageous, heroic and honorable. He was loved by many. John Paul was an
unbelievably kind and loving uncle to his three nephews, Jason Roderick Pan of
Forest Hills, MD, Joshua David Nickerson, Reno, NV and Nathan Paul Nickerson,
Fuquay-Varina, NC and to his beloved niece Sarah Rose Mascarenas, Reno, NV. JPN
was also a loving great-uncle to five grand children. During his retirement on
the Cape, John Paul was involved with AI-Anon, The Zen Meditation group, Tai Chi
and Qi-Gong in Hyannis. John Paul also wrote several novellas and stories:
Invisible Now; Fool; Fire Island Follies and Too Short. John Paul Nickerson will
be greatly missed. His family looks forward to the Christian Hope of the Lord
Jesus Christ and the victory over death. There will be a memorial celebration
for his life in the near future. Any inquiries may be directed to his brother in
Harwich: [email protected]. John Paul
Nickerson was a faithful man. His creed: "Don't give up the ship."
John Moore Granville (10th Co) (2/28/19)
John passed peacefully with his children by his side on
February 23, 2019 in Seguin, Texas after a long battle with Alzheimer’s
disease.
John was born in Houston, Texas on December 14, 1935 to Howard
and Marguerite Granville. His family moved to Abilene, Texas in 1946. He
graduated from Castle Heights Military academy in Lebanon, Tennessee May 1954.
Then he attended the United States Naval Academy, which he affectionately
referred to as “Canoe U.” He was assigned to the Terrible 10th
Company and was a tiger in the boxing ring.
He served as a company commander in the United States Air
Force. After leaving the Air Force, John attended Stanford and received his
Masters of Business Administration in 1963. He later moved to Seattle,
Washington and worked at Boeing as an aeronautical engineer. He married Judy
Endres in 1972 and had two children. He raised his family in Bellevue,
Washington in a beautiful home he built overlooking Lake Washington. He also
owned and operated a Coors beer distributorship in Moses Lake, Washington
serving a large part of eastern Washington. For a short while he also had a
Magnavox store in Bellevue. In 1982 the family moved to Anaheim, California for
two years while John worked at Northrop also as an aeronautical engineer.
Afterwards the family moved back to their home in Bellevue where John enjoyed an
early retirement. After his divorce in 1995, John moved back to Leggett Drive in
Abilene to care for his elderly mother.
A true one-of-a-kind Texan gentleman, John was known for his
charismatic personality, winning sense of humor, generosity, complete dedication
to his family, and eye-catching cowboy boots. His many friends and family looked
forward to his annual holiday card, which was highly entertaining filled with
classic John Granville hilarity and often useful quotes. One favorite, “poor
planning produces problems” frequently proves true. His favorite sign-off,
“Like a lightening bug caught in a lawnmower, I’m delighted to have known
you.”
He is survived by his children, John Earnest “Earnie”
Granville and Laura Ann Canterbury, son-in-law, and two grandchildren. Graveside
memorial is May 18th at 10:30am, Oakwood Cemetery in Fort Worth,
Texas where John’s ashes will be interred in the Granville family plot along
side his parents. Reception to follow. John was deeply loved and will be greatly
missed by all that knew him.
John Bruce Bradley (16th Co) (2/27/19)
From J.B.'s son Chuck::
Lt. Col John Bradley (USAF (Ret) has passed!
John took his final breaths
at 11:30 today (26 Feb) while in the GREAT treatment of the Bay Pines, VA!
My sister Kathy will be
making his final arrangements, tentatively at Woodlawn in St. Pete,
Florida. I believe at 10 AM on the 9th of March.
Her number is 817.542.5663.
He fought hard to the
end, he was beloved and will be missed!
Chuck Bradley
727.365.7043
Leo Charles Wright (1st Co) (2/24/19)
Retired Naval Captain Leo Charles Wright, 82, of Niantic,
passed away Friday, Feb. 8th, 2019, at the Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New
London surrounded by his loving family.
Leo was born in Fargo, N.D. Nov. 20th, 1936, the son of Lloyd and Bertha Mae
(Anderson) Wright. He was the beloved husband of Frances (Menzie) Wright, who
survives him. Leo was a graduate of the U. S. Naval Academy, class of 1958 and
served in the United
States Navy for thirty years, retiring at the rank of Captain with
honors. While in the Navy, Leo served on the destroyer USS Bigelow and
submarines: USS Thomas Jefferson, USS Guardfish and the USS Snook. He was the
Commanding Officer of the Ballistic submarine, Daniel Webster. He served as the
Commanding Officer of the U. S. Naval Base in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. His final
tour was Director of Submarine and Diving safety for the Navy.
After retiring from the Navy, he was employed at Electric Boat as a project
manager and served as liaison with the Newport News Shipyard for construction of
the Virginia Class Attack Submarines.
Leo served as President of the Chapman Woods Association for two terms and also
was a valuable member of the Board of Directors for nine years. Leo was an avid
Boston Red Sox and UConn Basketball fan.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Lynne Shackleton
(James) of Malvern, Pa., Elisabeth Robins of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada;
and his step-children, Priscilla Gentry (Darryl) of Reading, Pa., Nancy Murallo
(Craig) of East Lyme, Wendy Gamble (Chris) of Waterford, and son William Thorp
(Shawn) of Kenyon, R.I. He was blessed with fourteen grandchildren and is also
survived by brother, David Lovik.
A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. April 13, 2019 at Groton Bible
Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Groton
Bible Chapel, 66 Toll Gate Road, Groton, CT 06340. Condolences may be shared on
Leo's memorial page at www.neilanfuneralhome.
Published in The Day on Feb. 24, 2019
James Clower Wright (8th Co) (2/22/19)
James Clower Wright "Jim," 84, died Tuesday,
February 19, 2019.
Jim was the youngest son of the late Ella Mae Young Wright and
Robert Douglas Wright. Jim grew up in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He was class of '58
from the US Naval Academy and served on board submarines, USS Clamagore and USS
Trout and as the navigator on the USS Oklahoma City. Jim earned commendation
medals for his service in Lebanon, Korea, Cuba and Vietnam.
After the Navy, he joined EG&G Washington Analytical
Services Company for 11 years and then Raytheon Service Company in Newport, RI
for 24 years until he retired in 2013. Jim Moved to Spartanburg, SC in 2014 and
is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara Falkenbury "Bobbi," his
daughter Martha Chapman "Muffet" (Norman) and two granddaughters,
Martha and Catherine. A service will be held Monday, February 25 at 4:00 at the
Episcopal Church of the Advent, 141 Advent Street Spartanburg, SC His ashes will
be interred in the family plot in Bobbi's hometown of Glens Falls, NY. In lieu
of flowers, memorials may be made to: The 1958 Larson Award Endowment. P.O. Box
79169 Baltimore, MD 21279 Attn: USNA Foundation. Condolences may be expressed to
the family at www.JMDunbar.com.
Dunbar Funeral Home & Crematory
Published in Newport Daily News from Feb. 21 to Feb. 23, 2019
Frank O'Beirne Jr. (23rd Co) (2/15/19)
Frank O'Beirne Jr. (August 18, 1936 -
February 04, 2019)
CAPT O’Beirne (“Mick”) died on Feb. 4.
A Navy son (Pearl Harbor survivor at age 5) and submariner, he relished his
years of service to his country. Once retired, he served his community by
working to overturn Base Realignment and Closure decisions and served on the
Groton Town Council for 19 ½ years (with one term as mayor).
His Navy career included command of the George
Washington Carver (SSBN 656), command of the Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay,
Georgia, and leadership of the Trident and Tomahawk missile programs in the
Pentagon.
An avid reader, builder of model ships, and
gardener, he thoroughly enjoyed his retirement years.
He leaves his wife, Kathleen, two children,
Michael and Heather, and four grandchildren. His sister Karen and her
husband, CAPT Patterson Taylor also mourn his sudden loss. His memorial
service will be held at Mystic Congregational Church at a date yet to be
determined.
Mystic Funeral Home
Route 1
51 Williams Ave.
Mystic, Connecticut 06355
Phone: (860) 536-2888
Fax: (860) 572-9007
Sheila Taylor (Wife of Phil Taylor (1st Co)) (2/15/19)
From Gordo
Dear Classmates,
Phil Taylor’s wife, Sheila Taylor passed away 1-23-2019.Phil has arranged to have funeral services at the Naval Academy Chapel at 10 o’clock on April 16th with interment after followed by a reception at the Alumni House.
I will send a reminder in early April. At that time we will need a response regarding attendance at the reception.
Please mark your calendars now.
William Hareley Parks (9th Co) (1/7/19)
Lt. Commander William Harley Parks, USN (Ret) died on December
19, 2018 from congestive heart failure. He was 82 years old. He was born on
January 7, 1936 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to William Harley Parks Sr. and Jewel Long
Parks, daughter of Dr. Wm Long MD. His father, a banker, was killed in a car
crash in April 1941 that “Billy” and his mother and infant sister, Jane
Parks, survived. His mother re-married about two years later and the family
moved to Beaumont, Texas near the end of WW2 and then to Overton, Texas. Bill
skipped the fourth grade in Beaumont and graduated from Overton High School in
1953.
Bill turned down an academic scholarship to Texas A&M (had
to be in the TAMU corps of cadets - he didn’t want to serve in the Army) and
an offer from his local congressman to be appointed to West Point (he didn’t
want to serve in the Army) electing instead to attended Abilene Christian
University for school year 1953/1954 while waiting a promised Congressional
appointment to the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland. He received two
appointments to the Naval Academy in 1954, one from Oklahoma and another from
Tyler, TX congressman Brady Gentry. This caused some confusion in the Navy
Department and they contacted Bill wanting to know where he was a resident. Of
course, Bill informed the Navy that he was a Texan and coincidently changed his
name to Will, which was his preference, and was known as Will throughout his
naval career.
Bill received his Bachelor Degree and commission as an Ensign
in the Navy from President Eisenhower on June 4, 1958. He returned to Texas and
married Sue Payne of New London, Texas, on June 15, 1958. They had three
children, Robin in 1959, Rebecca in 1961 and Jason in 1963. His family moved
wherever the Navy sent them spending most of his naval career serving in the
Pacific including about ten years in Pearl Harbor, both ashore and afloat. He
was the Commanding Officer of Naval Facility Coos Head in Oregon for two years
and was Commanding Officer of USS Virgo for a short tour near the end of the
Vietnam war. His last duty station was in Pearl Harbor on the Pacific Fleet
staff during which he used his in-service GI Bill credits to attend Chaminade
University of Honolulu at night to obtain a degree in accounting.
Bill retired from the Navy in 1978 after twenty years of
active duty and returned to Texas. Sue died in January 1995. He took
a job in Longview, TX for two tax seasons and then accepted an offer of a new
position with a firm in Tyler. He was licensed by the US Treasury Department to
practice tax before the IRS. He purchased the firm in 1982 and grew the firm
until he received an offer to become CFO for the expanding Posados Café
restaurant chain at their headquarters in Tyler. He accepted the offer and sold
his tax practice. He remained the CFO for Posados until 2004. He continued to
work as a tax consultant for a few choice clients until he was 79 years old.
He is survived by his two daughters, Robin Parks, of Tyler and
Rebecca Camfield of Tallahassee, Florida. He is also survived by his
grandchildren, Jennifer Parks of Tyler and Daniel Camfield who is married to
Stefanie Camfield, an Assistant General Counsel for Florida state government in
Tallahassee, and one great grandson, Tobias
Magnus Camfield (Toby). Also still surviving is his baby
sister, Jane Parks Eller, who was still telling him how to run his life.
John Clifton Vick (5th Co) (1/3/19)
Update 1/2/20
John’s
funeral will be at Arlington Tuesday January 21 @1 pm, followed by reception at
the Army Navy Country Club.
Update 1/5/19
Capt. John Clifton Vick, United States Navy (Retired), 83,
of Hampstead, NC died Wednesday, January 2, 2019.
A memorial service will be held at 10am, Saturday, January 12,
2019, at Hampstead United Methodist Church.
1/3/19
From Gordo
John died after a lengthy battle with mesophelioma. I will get
back when I have more news.
Percy Morris Beard, Jr. (9th Co) (12/30/18)
Captain Percy M. (Pat) Beard, Jr. USN (Ret) passed away peacefully on December 23, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia . He was 82 years old.
Pat was born in Opelika, Alabama on March 31st, 1936, the son of Percy and Sara Beard. He graduated from Gainesville High School, Gainesville, FL in June 1954 and entered the Naval Academy that same month. While at the Academy he participated on the track team and graduated with distinction in 1958 as a member of The 9th Company.
Pat was selected for post graduate education under The Burke Program and received a PhD in nuclear physics from Duke University in 1964. He then entered the Navy’s nuclear power program and served on five nuclear submarines and was the commanding officer of The Gold Crew of The Frances Scott Key (SSBN-658). His final assignment was Commanding Officer of The Simon Lake (AS-31) before retirement in October 1981. The Simon Lake was the first submarine tender to serve at the newly established Kings Bay, Georgia Naval Base in 1979. His awards include The Legion of Merit.
Following retirement Pat joined The Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) in Atlanta, Georgia serving as a vice president before leaving in 1990 to become a senior vice president and Chief Nuclear Officer at Florida Power Corporation in St. Petersburg, Florida. He retired from Florida Power in 1997 and started a consulting business in nuclear power operations. During his civilian career, he served on The Accrediting Board of The National Academy of Training and various executive oversight boards of nuclear power plants. He was a member of The National Academy of Science Committee that published a report of The Fukushima Japan nuclear accident in 2014. He also served as Chairman of The University of Florida Nuclear Engineering Science Advisory Board, graduated from The Harvard Business School and was a member of Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Society.
Pat married his wife, Barbara, in Monroeville, Alabama in 1959
and enjoyed a happy life together for 59 years. In addition to Barbara he is
survived by their two daughters, Carolyn Moore of Simpsonville, SC and Leslie
Dyke of Atlanta, GA and two granddaughters, Haley Harrell and Hunter Harrell.
A memorial service will be held for Pat on January 11, 2019 at Peachtree
Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, GA.
Edwin McLean Baldwin (18th Co ) (12/4/18)
Update 1/3/18
Edwin “Mac” Baldwin died peacefully in his sleep at
Wilsonville, Oregon on December 3, 2018. He was 82 years old.
Mac grew up in Wisconsin as the son of physician parents who were both leaders
in the Wisconsin and Florida medical communities. He graduated from
the US Naval Academy in June of 1958 as a member of the 18th Company.
After graduation, he qualified as a Surface Warfare Officer in his initial sea
tour, attained a MS degree in Operations Analysis at the U. S. Naval
Postgraduate School, trained in the nuclear propulsion surface ship program and
served on USS ENTERPRISE (CVAN-65) from 1964-67. Subsequently, he became
commissioning Executive Officer of USS CALIFORNIA (DLGN-36) from 1970-75. He
went on to command USS ELMER MONTGOMERY (FF-1082) from 1976-77, and later
served as Commanding Officer, USS TRUXTUN (CGN-35) from 1978-81. He was a
recognized legendary name in nuclear propulsion for surface ships, based on his
leadership and training expertise for thousands of nuclear propulsion operators.
He also trained hundreds of senior officers who went on to ship, squadron, and
group command. He served in several staff positions at the Pentagon prior
to his retirement from the Navy in 1985.
After his retirement, he worked at the San Onofre Nuclear
Generating Station as a senior nuclear organizational consultant. He then
moved to Woodland Hills, Utah where he served as a member of the City Council
and a Captain in the Volunteer Fire Department.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Dr. Joan Helen
Kordecki Baldwin; children, Susan Baldwin Myers, Esq., Major General David
Baldwin, and Jennifer Baldwin, and four grandchildren.
Memorial services were (will be) conducted on 19 January 2019
at Saint Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church in Wilsonville, Oregon.
Military Honors will be provided by the Oregon National Guard. In lieu of
flowers, Mac requested donations to the Save A Warrior Foundation at
saveawarrior.org.
Peter Sarsfield Corr Jr. (14th Co) (12/1/18)
PETER
S. CORR JR., CAPTAIN U.S. NAVY (RET.) 82, of Scituate, passed away peacefully at
home in North Scituate with his wife of 40 years, Joyce Corr, by his side on
Saturday, November 24, 2018. Born in Providence, he was the only child of the
late Peter S. Corr, Sr. and Margaret (Fogarty) Corr. Following his graduation
from La Salle Academy, Peter attended Brown University before entering the U. S.
Naval Academy from which he graduated in 1958.
He had a brilliant Naval career during which he received several advanced degrees, including an MBA from Harvard University. He was deep selected three times in his career as Lt. Commander, Commander, and Captain. He was commander of two ships, the King Fisher and the Barney. He was commander of the ASW Training Center in San Diego, CA. He was also aide to several admirals at the Pentagon. Peter returned to his home state in Rhode Island where he served as commanding officer at NETC Newport, RI and he was a professor at the War College. After his retirement from the Navy in 1988, Peter embarked on a second career as an Executive Purchasing Agent for the State of RI. He also served in numerous volunteer positions.
He
is survived by his wife, Joyce Corr, six children: Elizabeth Civinskas,
Chelmsford, MA, Kathryn Walsh, Dracut, MA, Alisanne, Peter, Kristen and Jennifer
Corr all of Merrimac, NH; three step children: Debra Williams, Truesdale, MO,
Tina Galvin, Charleston, SC, Keith Kaufman, Cardington, OH: and five
grandchildren. A funeral service to which relatives and friends are invited will
be Friday, November 30th, at 11:00 A.M. in the Winfield & Sons Funeral Home,
571 West Greenville Rd., Scituate. Burial
with full military honors will be in the RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter.
Calling
hours Thursday 5:00-8:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be
made to The Gary Sinise Foundation, P.O. Box 368, Woodland, CA 91365 or
garysinisefoundation.org. For condolences see winfieldandsons.com.
Ronald James Charrier (4th Co) (12/1/18)
Update 12/3/18
Note from Fred: The format received for Ron's obituary is not compatible with this page; therefore, I have put it on a separate page
Go to Ron Charrier Obituary Page
Charles Medlock Jr. (7th Co) (11/21/18)
Lt.
Col Charles "Chuck" Medlock, Jr. (APRIL 1, 1935 ~ NOVEMBER 18,
2018)
Funeral services for Lt. Col. Charles “Chuck” Medlock,
Jr., age 83 of Clarkesville will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 24, 2018
at Hillside Memorial Chapel. Rev. Tommy Stowe will officiate with
interment to follow the service in Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery with
military honors by the United States Air Force.
Lt. Col. Medlock passed away on November 18, 2018.
Born in Habersham County on April 1, 1935, Lt. Col. Medlock
was the son of the late Charles Henry “Toddy” and Dorothy “Dot” Spivey
Medlock. Lt. Col. Medlock graduated and commissioned from the US Naval
Academy in Annapolis, Maryland and earned a Masters Degree from the University
of Missouri. While serving in the Air Force Lt. Col. Medlock earned the
Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, the Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon
with four oak leaf clusters, the National Defense Service Medal with one bronze
service star, the Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars, the Air
Force Presidential Unit Citation, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with
palm, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Distinguished FlyingCross with
four oak leaf clusters, the Meritorious Service Medal with one oak leaf cluster,
and the Air Medal with nine oak leaf clusters. Following his honorable discharge
with over 20 years of patriotic service, Lt. Col. Medlock retired from
Lockheed-Martin. He was a member of Clarkesville Masonic Lodge #325
F&AM and a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife Juanita Foster Medlock of
Clarkesville, daughter and son in law Myra Ann and Adam Edwards of
Fredericksburg, Virginia, son Jon Gregory Medlock of Clarkesville, son and
daughter in law Charles Foster and Martha Medlock of Austin, Texas, five
grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday,
November 23, 2018 from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM.
Those wishing may send condolences online at www.hillsidememorialchapel.com.
Hillside Memorial Chapel and Gardens
5495 Highway 197 South P.O. Box 305
Clarkesville, GA 30523
Tel: 1-706-754-6256
https://www.hillsidememorialchapel.com/notices/LtColCharlesChuck-MedlockJr
William Thomas Sinnott (21st Co) (11/13/18)
Col. William Thomas (Tom) Sinnott III, USMC, Ret., died on
Veterans Day, November 11, 2018, of complications from vascular dementia in
Annapolis, MD. He was 83.
Born April 23, 1935, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the
late Elizabeth Carroll Sinnott and William Thomas Sinnott, Jr. After
graduating from St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland in 1953, Tom attended
Columbia Prep School in Washington D.C., where he enlisted in the United States
Marine Corps Reserve and worked on aircraft at Anacostia Naval Air Station in
MD. Tom received an appointment to the United States Naval Academy in 1954. Upon
graduation from the Naval Academy in 1958, he was commissioned as a Second
Lieutenant in the US Marine Corps and was assigned to Basic School Training in
Quantico, VA. From there, he attended Naval Flight School in Pensacola, FL,
and was appointed a Naval Aviator in September 1960. He was promoted to
the rank of Colonel in 1981. He served in Wing Equipment Repair Squadron
36, HMM 363, Marine Air Group 36, HMM 362, Marine Air Base Squadron 36, and
Marine Air Base Squadron 24. His duties included training operations,
schooling, and tactical assignments in support of Marine Corps search and
rescue missions and ground troop activities.
Tom served three tours in Vietnam (1962, 1966, 1970), and
Japan. From 1971-1974, he was a Company Officer and Battalion Officer at
the US Naval Academy. In April 1980, he helped plan the Iranian Hostage Rescue
Mission (Operation Eagle Claw). Over the span of his career, Tom logged over
4,000 hours of flight time in support of Marine Corps ground troops flying H-34
(Huey) and CH 53 (Sea Stallion) helicopters. He was Squadron Commanding
Officer of CH 53 HMH- 463 in Kaneohe, HI.
During Tom's 30 year career as a US Marine, he earned the Legion of Merit,
Air Medal with 30 Strike-Flight Awards, Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit
Citation, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Sea Service
Deployment Ribbon, and the following Republic of Vietnam awards and
citations: Service Medal, Meritorious Unit Citation Gallantry Cross, Meritorious Unit
Citation Civic Actions, Campaign Medal, and Cross of Gallantry.
After retiring from the Marine Corps in 1983, Tom was employed by Logistics
Management Engineering, Inc. in Annapolis from 1983-1998. He was Program Manager,
supporting the US Navy at Naval Air Stations in Patuxent River, MD, and
Warminster, PA. He worked on Aircrew-Life Support Equipment programs
to improve the safety and welfare of warfighters.
Tom was an active member of the “Great Class of 1958”
from the Naval Academy. He was a Trustee of the United States Naval
Academy Foundation for 26 years and was designated a Trustee Emeritus. He
was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Parish in Annapolis for 38 years.
Tom was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who loved spending time with
his family; he was a proud cheerleader at his grandchildren’s sporting events,
plays, and concerts, and he always looked forward to attending Grandparents Day
at their schools. Tom enjoyed playing tennis and golf and was a passionate
football fan of Navy, University of Notre Dame, and the Baltimore Ravens of
which he was a season ticket-holder.
Tom is survived by Nancy McAnerney Sinnott, his wife of 60 years;
children Anne Marie Aiello, William Thomas Sinnott IV (Nina), Colleen Mack
(Vince), Jim Sinnott (Mary), Kathleen Lupinek; grandchildren Kelsey Aiello, John
Michael Aiello, William Thomas Sinnott V, Claire Sinnott, Scott Sinnott, Alex
Mack, Abby Mack, Molly Sinnott, Sarah Sinnott, Charlie Sinnott, Joey
Lupinek; step-grandchildren, Jessica Beers (Andrew), Jamie Lupinek, Elizabeth
Giles (Steve), Courtney Lupinek (Courtney Sokol-Lupinek) and their father, Joe
Lupinek; sisters Carroll Dietzel (George), Peggy Brock (Ted), Sister
M. St. John, PCC (Nancy Gilmore); preceded in death by sisters Nancy Murphy
(Gregory), Eileen Gold (Richard), Patricia Dusenbury ( Bud), Jackie Rhoney (
Richard).
The family will receive friends at the John M. Taylor Funeral Home, 147 Duke of
Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD 21401 on Fri., November 16 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8
p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Mary’s Catholic
Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD 21401 on Sat., November 17 at
9 a.m. Interment at Saint Mary’s Cemetery. An online guestbook is available at
www.johnmtaylorfuneralhome.com.
Memorial contributions may be made to the United States Naval
Academy Foundation’s Athletic Excellence Program through the donate tab at www.usna.com.
Newton Buerger (3rd Co) (10/25/18)
Newton "Chip" Buerger, age 83, of Austin, passed away on Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Predeceasing Chip was his first wife, Lorna. Chip is survived by his second wife of 10 years, Frances Vestal; sister Brenda Agee (Bill); children, Wendy Buerger and Scott Buerger; daughter-in-law, Ali Koemoel; grandchildren Niklaus Buerger, Vivian Ksenia, and Jude Harrison Buerger; nephew, Brad Agee (Erin); great nieces, Hannah, Emily, Abby and Sheridan; Niece, Blythe Donnolo,(Mark) great nieces, Isabell and Olivia.
Chip was born in Boston, MA and raised in Kingston, ON, Annapolis MD and Carmel, CA. He earned a B.S. in Engineering from the US Naval Academy and a MBA from George Washington University. After serving two tours in Vietnam as a Navy pilot aboard an aircraft carrier, Chip headed an intelligence team in Washington, DC and briefed the Secretary of State and President during the Cuban missile crisis Following 10 years of military service, Chip worked for IBM for fifteen years. On IBM's behalf, Chip marketed large computer systems to California universities and contributed on large-scale product development, education, and planning teams. During and following his IBM career, Chip built custom homes in the Austin and San Francisco bay areas.
Chip was a member of Riverbend Church in Austin and was confirmed at The Episcopal Church and School of the Holy Spirit in Dripping Springs TX in 2017. At Holy Spirit he served on the Building committee for the school and attended the Men's Bible Class. With Riverbend, he served on several committees and made four missions trips including installing a water purification system at a church and school in San Salvador. He enjoyed travel, cooking, wine tasting and being with friends and family. His creativity was expressed in his home building and art collection.
In honor of Chip, memorial donations may be made to: Episcopal Church and School of the Holy Spirit (Educational Fund) 301 Hays Country Acres Rd. Dripping Springs TX 78620 Riverbend Church (Scholarship Fund for San Salvador) 4214 N Capital of Texas HWY 1 Austin TX 78746 Today's Events Celebration of Life Oct 20. 2:00 PM Holy Spirit Episcopal Church 301 Hays Country Acres Dripping Springs, TX, US, 78620.
Albert Phillip Simpson (19th Co) (10/418)
Albert Phillip (Phil) Simpson, 83 Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Phil Simpson, passed away in his sleep early on September 23rd at Mesilla Valley Hospice, succumbing to Parkinson's disease after battling it for five and a half years. Phil was born in Albany, GA on March 17, 1935 to Albert Carroll and Maddie Lucille Phillips Simpson, and graduated from Thomasville High School in 1953. He leaves behind Patty Hollister Simpson, his wife of twenty-seven years; his son Philip Bannister Simpson and daughter-in-law Penny Thomas Simpson and their children Mark Bannister Simpson and Shannon Carole Simpson; his daughter Amy Simpson and son-in-law Glenn Landers and their daughter Annabel Simpson; and his brother Carl Tucker, formerly of Thomasville, GA. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Carole Simpson, and is survived by the mother of his children, Beth Bannister, and by Patty's children, Ken and Tracy Hollister.
He was a talented engineer and teacher, earning a B.S. in engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1958, followed by Master's degrees in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Colorado, and in Chemical Engineering, specializing in Environmental Pollution issues, from UCLA. He taught astronomy, mathematics and physics for Valley College in San Bernardino, CA, Chapman University in Orange, CA, NM State University in Alamogordo, and Eastern New Mexico University in Ruidoso. He served 21 years as an Air Force officer, operating a radar station within sight of North Korea for a year before becoming a guidance and navigation system analyst. After retiring from the Air Force, he became the first director of the Clyde W. Tombaugh Space Instruction Center in Alamogordo, NM, where he wrote and presented the first planetarium programs shown there. He then embarked on a second career at Northrop Grumman, where he was able to combine his astronomy and navigation system expertise to help design the astro-inertial guidance system for the B-2 bomber, and the telescopes for the Space-Based infra-red System (SBIRS), earning four patents along the way. Phil was widely known for his lifelong fascination with astronomy, beginning at age eight when his father showed him the star Betelgeuse.
After his second retirement, he and Patty bought property on a
mountaintop outside Cloudcroft, NM with its own observatory, where he enjoyed
viewing and photographing the stars from an altitude of 9,000 ft. There he
realized his long-held dream of writing a book about the stars, Guidebook to the
Constellations, published by Springer in Jan. 2012. Based on a series of
"Constellation of the Month" talks for several astronomy clubs, his
book includes myths explaining the constellations we know today, and charts for
finding the constellations, and over 240 of his own images of galaxies and
nebulae showing how they appear in both photographs and in small to medium sized
amateur telescopes. Phil was very much a family man, a man of high integrity,
and an avid reader, who professed one of his hobbies to be "thinking."
He loved children, animals, and classical music. His sense of humor was highly
appreciated by children and adults alike, and since he was a quiet man, when he
spoke, people listened. His friends and family appreciated him for his warmth,
his humor, and his steadfast loyalty. A celebration of life gathering will be
held from 2 to 4 pm on October 21st, 2018 in the The Good Samaritan Society in
Las Cruces (Building E, east parlor). The family requests that in lieu of
flowers, friends and family donate to the International Dark-Sky Association,
the Southwest Parkinson Society, or to Mesilla Valley Hospice.
Daniel Harry Demand (17th Co) (10/1/18)
Update 1/7119
From Gordo
I received the following from Dan's daughter, Paula:
I wanted to let you know that my dad's funeral will be held at
1:00 on Monday, Feb. 11, 2018. It starts at 1:00 but guests should arrive
at 12:30. It will be held at the Old Post Chapel at Arlington Cemetery.
There is parking at the chapel. There will be a short service followed by the
burial. It was wonderful to have his classmates at the visitation. I
am not sure any can come to the actual funeral but they are certainly welcome.
From Gordo:
I was informed Dan died on 21 September. I have no further news regarding cause of death. Viewing and burial info is as follows:
Saturday, Oct. 6 2:00-4:00
Demaine Funeral Home- 5308 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22151
Visitation followed by a reception at the Treger's- 4232 Willow Woods Drive Annandale, VA 22003
The service and burial will be in January or February at
Arlington Cemetery.
Richard Leo Farnan (20th Co) (9/6/18)
Update 11/11/19
From Pete Russell: 410 212 4359
Dick
Farnan's funeral will be at Arlington National Cemetary
on Monday, December 2, 2019 at 1415...meeting at the Administration
Building.
There will be a reception following the ceremony at Tupelo Honey Cafe,
1616 N. Troy St.,
Arlington, 703-253-8140. RSVP's would be appreciated for the
reception,
to daughter Jennifer Farnan at 410
212 4359
or e-mail:
Farnan, Jennifer L. [[email protected]]
Update 10/11/18
Lieutenant
Colonel Richard Leo Farnan, USAF (ret) died on 1 September 2018 in Warner
Robins, GA. He
was 84.
“Dick”
was born on 1 August 1934 in Rochester, NY, the son of Thomas Kernan Farnan and
Nancy Jean Harris Farnan. He
graduated from Manlius
Military Academy in DeWitt, NY in 1953 where he played baseball and football and
was awarded the school’s Athletic Merit and Good Conduct Medals.
He received a congressional appointment to the Naval Academy with the
class of 1958, where he was an accomplished high jumper in track and field,
played baseball, and earned the coveted Navy “N” with the varsity gymnastics
squad.
Upon
graduation with the 20th Company, he was commissioned in the Air
Force. His
career included serving in the Strategic Air Command as an Electronics Warfare
Officer on B-52 strategic bombers and RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft.
From 1967 to 1969 he was a member of the elite airborne reconnaissance
Rivet Ball Team One operating out of Eielson AFB, Alaska, and Shemya Island in
the Aleutians to monitor and record the terminal launch phase of all Soviet
ICBMs targeted into the Kamchatka Peninsula and Pacific Ocean.
In 1970 he served in tactical reconnaissance with the 7th Air
Force at Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Republic of Vietnam.
Dick was also an instructor at the Air Command and Staff College at
Maxwell AFB, AL and an Assistant Base Commander at Wurtsmith AFB, MI. He
earned an MS degree in Guidance and Counseling from Troy State University.
After
his retirement from the Air Force in 1986, Dick was Director of Operations at
Middle Georgia Technical College, Warner Robins GA for several years and retired
as its Institutional Effectiveness Director in 2008, at which time a conference
room was dedicated and named for him. He
was an avid golfer and member of the Pine Oaks Golf Club at Warner Robins AFB,
enjoyed playing euchre and visiting with family. He
was a beloved husband and most wonderful father, stepfather, grandfather and
great-grandfather.
Dick
is survived by his wife of 42 years, Betty; his sister Jean and brother Jack;
children with his first wife Marguerite – Theresa, John, Nancy, and Jennifer;
stepchildren Pamela, Michelle, Michael, Annette and Lynette; twelve
grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren.
Memorial
services were held on 5 September 2018 in the chapel of McCullough Funeral Home
and Crematory, Warner Robins GA.
Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
9/6/18
Richard "Dick" Farnan, 84, entered into rest on Saturday, September 1, 2018. Dick was born on August 1, 1934 in Rochester, New York. He attended the U.S. Naval Academy, class of 1958, and entered the U.S. Air Force. His long and distinguished Air Force career included serving in the Strategic Air Command as an Electronics Warfare Officer on B-52s and RC-135s and a tour of duty in Vietnam. Dick was also an instructor at the Air Command and Staff College and an assistant base commander. He obtained his Master's Degree in Guidance and Counseling at Troy State University.
After his Air Force retirement in 1986, Dick worked in Administration at Middle Georgia Technical College for several years. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed euchre and visiting with family. He was a beloved husband and most wonderful father, stepfather, grandfather and great-grandfather.
He is predeceased by his mother, Nancy Jean Harris Farnan and father, Thomas Kernan Farnan; stepson, Leslie Sutliff; grandson, David Gadwa; brother, Robert L. Farnan; sister, Judith F. Farnan and niece, Kacy Jean Piekunka. His memory will forever be treasured by his wife, Betty Jean Farnan; sister, Jean Piekunka (Ronald) and brother, Jack Farnan (Nancy); children and grandchildren with his first wife, Marguerite B. Farnan; daughter, Theresa Bosworth (Richard); grandchildren, Jacqueline (Brendan) and Gregory (Olivia) and great grandsons, James and Charles; son, John Farnan (Laura) and granddaughter, Stephanie; daughter, Nancy Lockard (Jeffrey); grandson, Joseph and daughter, Jennifer Farnan. His children and grandchildren with Betty Jean Farnan are as follows: daughter, Pam Gadwa; grandchildren, Rick, Renee, Calvin and great grandchildren, Grant, Emersyn and Kinsley; granddaughter, Jessica (Jason) and great grandchildren, Alexis and Joslyn; daughter, Michelle Tortorici; son, Michael Sutliff (Barbie); daughter, Annette Loudin; grandchildren, Cassi (Joey) and Madison and great grandchildren, Bianca and Ellis; daughter, Lynette Hill, grandchildren, Camdon (Rachel) and Chase and great grandchildren, Dexter and Dilyn.
Visitation will be Wednesday, September
5, 2018, from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. with funeral services following
immediately after in the chapel of McCullough Funeral Home. Burial will be at
Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. McCullough Funeral Home and
Crematory has the privilege of being entrusted with Mr. Farnan's arrangements.
Arthur James Bennett (22nd Co) (8/29/18)
Arthur James Bennett, 83, of University Park, FL died on August 24th. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He is survived by Pat, his loving wife of 58 years, and by his sons Christopher and Robert, daughters-in-law Julie and Diane, grandsons Michael and Stephen, and brother William.
Mr. Bennett is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, and the Columbia University and University of Michigan executive business programs. He was a Vice President with Consolidated Edison of New York, and served in many capacities during his long career. Memorial Services will be announced at a later date. To send condolences please visit www.toalebrothers.com. Toale Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory, Colonial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements
Paula Luders, (Wife of Ernie Luders (3rd Co)) (8/26/18)
Update 10/3/18
Paula Marie Anderson Luders passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 20, 2018, five days before her 82nd birthday. She was born in Chicago on August 25, 1936 to Donald Richard Anderson and Clare Emily Frances Roider Anderson.
Paula was the middle child of three sisters, between her older sister Nancy and her younger sister Susan. When she was five years old, the family moved to Seattle, where she grew up. Her father passed away when she was just 16. Because her mother had to go to work to support the family, she took over the care of her younger sister Susan. She graduated from Highline High School in Burien in 1955.
That same year she met her future husband- a Navy midshipman named Ernest Luders- at the Seafair Torchlight Parade, an annual Seattle tradition. In 1957, she took a job as a receptionist at the State Department in Washington D.C. to be near him. They wed on June 21, 1958, soon after his graduation from the U.S. Naval Academy. She immediately took on the responsibilities of a Navy wife, moving every three years when he received new orders and enduring many months without her husband while he was deployed. Over the next seven years, she gave birth to four sons: Mark, Matthew, John, and Joseph.
In the 1970s, with her sons becoming more independent, she embarked on a new career as a real estate agent. With her warm smile and engaging personality, she won the trust of her clients and quickly became a successful businesswoman. In the greater Seattle area, Paula was a top seller at Century 21 and later with Windermere Real Estate.
She became a grandmother for the first time in 1989 with the birth of her son John's first child, Alyssa, and again in 1992 with the birth of his second child, John Michael. These would be followed by Joseph's daughters Ivy and Rose in 2006 and 2011. She became a great-grandmother in 2010 with the birth of Alyssa's daughter Raina and again in 2016 with her second daughter Francesca.
Paula was kind, thoughtful, generous, protective, and emotionally expressive. She gave freely to dozens of charities, was fiercely protective of her children, and had an exuberance for life. She cherished those she loved and any object that reminded her of them or time spent with them. She was an inveterate collector-of rocks, seashells, pinecones, dolls, frogs, duck decoys, and teddy bears, to name a few.
Paula is survived by her husband of 60 years, Ernest C. Luders (Cmdr., United States Navy ret.); sons Mark, Matthew, John, and Joseph Luders; daughters-in-law Lori Luders, Michiko Luders, and Johanna Warshaw; granddaughters Alyssa Ross, Ivy Luders, and Rose Luders; great-granddaughters Raina Ross and Francesca Ross; sisters Nancy Wires and Susan Gill; brother-in-law Jack Wires, and nieces and nephews Bonny Enoka, Sandra Wires, Carolyn Ruckstuhl, Jennifer Hauswurz, Lance Wires, Brendan Wires, Mary Janda, Richard Gill, and Megan De Lay.
A memorial service for Paula was held at Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home in Seattle on August 26, 2018. She was laid to rest in Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, overlooking Lake Washington.
If you would like to make a donation in her name to one of her many charities, three of her favorites were The Nature Conservancy, Native American Children's Fund, and Catholic Relief Services.
Published in The Seattle Times on Sept. 30, 2018
From Gordo 8/26/18
Dear Classmates,
I regret to inform you that Ernie's wife died suddenly today
(24 Aug) from a rapidly growing infection.
Her funeral will be this coming Sunday, 26 August at noon in
Seattle at the Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home, 1111 Aurora Ave. N, Seattle
98133. 206-362-5200.Ernie may be reached at 425-466-3993.
I hope some classmate can make it.
Gordo
Michael David Lyons (2nd Co) (8/24/18)
Michael David Lyons, 84, of Reston, Va., passed away on Friday, August 10, 2018 at Virginia Hospital Center. He is survived by his wife Doris Lyons; his son, Mykle Lyons and his daughter, Amy L. Couvillion (Daniel J.); and his 3 grandchildren, Eileen N. Lyons, John-Michael Lyons and Tatum M. Lyons. A memorial mass was held at:
St. John Neumann
Catholic Church,
11900 Lawyers Rd., Reston, Va., on Friday, August 17th at 10:30 AM.
A reception will take place in the church hall after the… mass. Interment at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Josephs Indian School, 1301 N. Main St., Chamberlain, SD 57325
Annette Cushwa Larson (Wife of Larry Larson (16th Co)) (8/22//18)
Annette Cushwa Larson, died Sunday 19 August 2018 of Alzheimer's Disease.
She is survived by her husband and daughter, Priscilla of the home:
634 Pinewood Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401-7135
Plans are to have her buried in Arlington.
Robert Rowe (6th Co)
From Nils Rueckert
Our family is deeply saddened to inform you that Robert ( Bob ) Rowe has passed Sunday morning from a heart attack. We are relieved that his passing was peaceful and painless.
We will be respecting Bob’s wishes by not having a funeral. We, and Bob greatly appreciate your friendship throughout the years.
William John Meisel (12th Co)
Update 8/22/18 Funeral Arrangements
December 12, 2018
St John's The Beloved
6420 Linway Ter.
McLean, VA 22101
Visitation - 11:15AM
Funeral Mass - 12:30AM
Arlington Cemetery
Arrive Visitor's Center - 2:15PM
Funeral - 3 PM
Reception
TBD
From Gordo: (6/28/18)
Dear Classmates,
Sorry but it has happened again. Another of our super linemen
from the great football team of our days has passed on. Bill died yesterday.
Remember when a lineman could be really good and still look like a normal
human? That was Bill.
I will pass along further details when I get them. I just
wanted to get the word out now.
Please keep Bill in your thoughts and remember...58 IS GREAT.
Gordo
Orville Kiehn (14th Co) (6/8/18)
Orville Kiehn (Orv) passed away on June 2, 2018 at home and in the care of Hospice. More info re funeral arrangements will be given at a later date.
Robert Kinnard Caldwell(18thCo) (4/9/18)
Commander Robert (Bob) Caldwell, USN (Ret.), of Annapolis, MD, passed away on 29 March 2018. He was 81 years old
A native of Walton, KY, Bob attended Dixie Heights High School
in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, where he was a football standout. He graciously
turned down a “full-ride” football scholarship from Coach Paul ”Bear”
Bryant to the University of Kentucky to attend the United States Naval Academy.
He was in the 18th Company and subsequently served as its Company Commander. Bob
played football all four years and attended the first Annapolis Touchdown Club
Banquet in 1954. Bob was a proud member of the 1958 Cotton Bowl Championship
football team and cherished that time and his teammates his entire life. On
graduation Bob was one of only 19 midshipmen from the Class of 58 to receive a
letter of commendation citing “their officer-like qualities and positive
characters to the development of naval spirit and loyalty within the Brigade.”
Upon graduation, he remained at the Academy as an assistant football coach under
Eddie Erdlatz. He first served on the destroyer INGERSOLL (DD652) as the
Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer and then on the MCKEAN (DD784) as the Gunnery
Officer. In 1961 he transitioned to the Silent Service, completing Submarine
School (New London, CT). He reported to the TRUTTA (SS421) as the Engineering
Officer in Key West, FL where he participated in the naval blockade of Cuba
during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He qualified for command in 1964. Subsequently
he attended Naval Post-Graduate school in Monterey, CA, receiving a Masters of
Science in Management in 1966. Following that tour he served on board the
ARGONAUT (SS475) as the Operations Officer in Norfolk, VA, subsequently
completing the prospective commanding officer’s school in New London, CT. In
1968 he reported to the SEA LEOPARD (SS483) as the Executive Officer.
CDR Caldwell’s shore tours included, CINCLANT Joint Staff as
the General War Communications Plans Officer, Executive Officer of the
University of Virginia’s NROTC Unit and then Commanding Officer, U.S. Naval
Communications Unit, London, England. Upon returning stateside, he became the
Head, Tactical Communications Command & Control Development Unit. Bob’s
final tour was Deputy Director of Athletics/Head, Physical Education Department
at the Naval Academy. While there, he was the location representative for the
1984 US Olympic Organizing Committee, World Soccer Venue held at the Navy Marine
Corps Memorial Stadium. Upon retiring from active duty in 1984, he was a Program
Engineer for TRACOR APPLIED SCIENCES and a consultant for the Naval Academy
Athletic Association. Bob was the President of Secure Destruction Systems, Inc.
from 1986 to 1999, a family owned document shredding service in the Washington
Metropolitan area. One way he maintained his connection with the Academy was
sponsoring Midshipmen where he was able to enjoy many outstanding young people,
who in turn kept him young and active.
Bob was an active and boisterous member of the USNA Class of
’58, a Naval Academy Foundation Trustee, a member of the Naval Academy
Athletic Association, and a USNA Blue and Gold Officer. He was a proud member of
the Annapolis Touchdown Club and honored to receive the “Jim & Rae Ann
Morgan Distinguished Award” in 2017. He was an active participant in and
greatly enjoyed reunions with the shipmates he served with in each command. Bob
always remembered where he came from, as stated in the “Lucky Bag” of 1958
he would always be a country boy at heart. He was loyal to his friends and
family, and always had a positive view of life, no matter what the
circumstances. He greatly enjoyed his High School reunions. Bob was commissioned
a Kentucky Colonel by the Commonwealth of Kentucky and an Admiral of the Great
Fleet of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Bob was a dedicated life-long Christian and started serving as
a Deacon in the Florence Christian Church, KY at 16. He provided lay services
for the crew while aboard, and he enjoyed singing at church as an always present
member of the choir. For the last 23 years Bob has been an active member of
Heritage Baptist Church, Annapolis, MD.
He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of
almost 60 years, the former Rebecca Sue Hesselman of Fort Mitchell, KY; sons,
Robert Jr. (Jeanne), David (Kris), and Matthew (Michele); daughter (Susan);
eleven grandchildren (Erin, Aileen, Kellyn, Luke, Caroline, Amanda, Jonathon,
Katheryn, Bobby, Rebecca, and Christina), many wonderful nieces and nephews, and
his brother (Charles). He was predeceased by his parents (James and Thelma), 3
brothers (Ken, Merrill and Bongi Kim), two sisters (Thelma Claire and Adele) and
a granddaughter (Mary).
The three loves of his life (after Becky) were family, friends
and the Naval Academy – all of which gave him great joy throughout his life.
A Memorial Service will take place on Friday, April
13, 2018 in the United States Naval Academy Main Chapel at 10:00 am. Inurnment
will follow at USNA Columbarium. Reception will be held immediately following at
the Naval Academy Officer’s Club. (Please enter the Naval Academy thru Gate 8
– Anyone over age 16 needs driver's license or valid picture ID for entry onto
Naval Academy Grounds)
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the U. S.
Naval Academy Foundation www.usna.com or the
Heritage Baptist Church www.HeritageBaptistAnnapolis.org
“Iron Boats, Steel Men and Diesel Fuel Forever” “58 is
Great”
Ernest Leroy Pyle (10th Co) (2/16/18)
Update 3/13/18
Obituary:
On
February 14, 2018, ERNEST LEROY PYLE (ERNIE), 82 years old, of Evergreen,
Colorado a U.S. Air Force Lieutenant , a retired
architect, a self-taught artist, and a man of courage and good humor lost his
battle with many health challenges – Parkinson’s disease, a stroke five and
a half years ago, and recently a fall which lead to hip replacement.
Ernie was born in Oakhurst, New Jersey and grew up in Asbury Park.
Ernie then attended Admiral Farragut Academy in Tom’s River, New Jersey
for one year before receiving his appointment to the United States Naval
Academy, graduating in 1958, a member of the 10th Company.
Ernie ran high hurdles and lettered 1st and 2nd Class years.
He
was commissioned a Lieutenant in the US Air Force assigned to the 706th Missile
Wing at
F.E. Warren AFB, Wyoming, and left the Air Force 1 October 1962.
Ernie worked as a project engineer for TRW/ Space Technology Labs in
Redondo Beach, California before returning to Colorado for a career change.
He received a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of
Colorado in Boulder in May1968. As
an architect, Ernie worked on many large commercial projects in the Denver Metro
area: Denver International Airport, Botanical Gardens, Ellie Caukins Opera
House, to name a few. In addition to
architecture, Ernie was an accomplished artist, a hobby that he enjoyed his
entire life.
Ernie
was an outstanding husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed.
Beloved Husband of Sue Ruth Galvan Pyle; loving Father of Meegan Gay,
Monica Lee, and Shannan Lynn; cherished Grandfather of Johannes Virgil, Quincy
Galvan, Alexa Agnes, and Desmond Avery; and missed brother of Joan Pyle Woda.
Ernie wished to be cremated, which was done at the Evergreen Memorial Park and he had told his family several places to scatter his remains. His wishes will be honored. Ernie’s Remembrance Memorial Ceremony will be held at a New Orleans Jazz music party at a later date.
2/16/18
From Ernie's Wife, Susan:
Ernie passed away peacefully this morning in his sleep. He had a stroke in 2012, and Parkinsons was diagnosed 3 months before his stroke. He was disabled after his stroke. Then, this past Dec. 7th he fell and broke his hip and had hip replacement surgery. He was too weak to rehab after surgery, so the family, including Ernie, decided to bring him home for hospice comfort care. He was home for 8 weeks after he was discharged from the hospital.
Ernie had
quit eating the last two weeks of his life, and we believe he was aspirating
near the end. Please pass this email on to the USNA Class of 1958.
Anne Willmarth (Wife of John Willmarth (20th Co))
Anne passed away on 12/17/2012. No further info is available. Note that John passed away in 2002.
Vera Khoury Haugen (Wife of Al Haugen (11thCo))
Vera Khoury Haugen was born November 17, 1936, in Nazareth, Palestine. She earned her degree in elementary education at the University of Michigan and upon graduation in 1958, she moved to San Diego, California, to begin her teaching career. She married Al Haugen in 1961 and they eventually settled in Northfield.
Al and Vera engaged in numerous social, civic, and youth sports organizations. Vera taught second grade for many years, and many of her former students have sought her out over the years to recall the positive impact she had on them. Vera loved travel. She enjoyed playing bridge and was quite accomplished. She loyally supported her Twins and Vikings. She loved entertaining large groups at her home. Most of all, she loved her family and cherished all time spent with her children and her grandchildren.
Survivors include her three children: Chris (Kathy) of Virginia, Mark of Hawaii, and Leigh (Bob) of Michigan; seven grandchildren; and extended family and her friends. She is survived by her companion of the past decade, Bill Talen of Northfield, Minnesota. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 42 years, Al Haugen. On January 18, 2018, Vera passed away in her sleep due to complications from cancer.
Funeral Services will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 17, 2018, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Northfield, Minnesota. Interment of her ashes will be at Oaklawn Cemetery in Northfield. Visitation will be at her home at 823 Mayflower Ct., Northfield, on Friday February 16, 2018, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.northfieldfuneral.com
Samuel Allen Parker (11th Co) (2/3/18)
Samuel Allen Parker, age 82 of Westerville, Ohio passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2017. He was born in Barberton, Ohio on May 23, 1935 to the late Theodore and Marion Parker. Sam was a proud veteran of the US Navy, serving as a Lieutenant JG. He was a graduate of the US Naval Academy of Annapolis where he was the goalie for the National Championship winning soccer team. He was retired from AT&T (formerly Ohio Bell) after 31 years of dedicated service. Sam also loved to travel with his wife and children. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Nancy Parker; children, Betsy Parker, Beth (Craig) Allen, Brian (Belinda) Parker, and Leigh "Buffie" (Alan) Bringman; as well as 11 grandchildren. Per Sam's request, no services will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association and Grace Hospice in memory of Samuel A. Parker.
Please visit www.schoedinger.com to
sign our online guestbook and share special memories of Sam.
Bruce McCandless II (19th Co) (12/23/17)
Update 13 Jan 2018
Obituary
Bruce McCandless II ‘58
Captain
Bruce McCandless II, USN (Ret.) of Conifer, CO, died on December 21.
Bruce was born
on June 8, 1937 in Boston, and graduated from Woodrow Wilson Senior High School
in Long Beach, California. He entered the Naval Academy in 1954 and graduated
with the 19th Company receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in 1958.
He flew from 1960 to 1964 as a fighter
pilot in the Skyray and
the F-4B Phantom II from USS FORRESTAL and USS ENTERPRISE. He
received
a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University in
1965. In April of 1966, he was selected by NASA to join the
astronaut corps. He is remembered in a NASA photograph, flying alongside the
space shuttle in the Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU)—the first astronaut to fly
untethered. He served as Mission
Control communicator for Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin's moonwalk on the Apollo
11 mission, and participated in launching the Hubble Space Telescope. He
received
an MBA from the University of Houston at Clear Lake City in 1987.
Awards Bruce received are the Legion of Merit (1988); the Department of
Defense Distinguished Service Medal (1985); the NASA Exceptional Service Medal
(1974); the American Astronautical Society Victor A. Prather Award (1975 &
1985); the National Aeronautic Association Collier Trophy (1985); the
Smithsonian Institution National Air and Space Museum Trophy (1985); the U.S.
Naval Academy Distinguished Graduate Award (2011). He
holds a patent for designing a tool tethering system used during shuttle
spacewalks.
Bruce enjoyed computer technology, travel, and the care and feeding of
injured and orphaned owls, hawks, a loon, and a porcupine. Bruce is survived by
his wife, Ellen Shields McCandless; son, Bruce McCandless III and wife Patricia;
daughter, Tracy McCandless; and grandchildren Emma Rose and Carson Clare
McCandless; two sisters, Sue M. Woodridge and Rosemary V. McCandless; brother,
Douglas M. McCandless; stepson Steve Shields and wife Sandra, and children
Joshua, Jack, and Samantha; and stepdaughter Mari and husband Erik Johnson and
children Chase, Cody, and Jessica. He was predeceased by his first wife of
53 years, the late Bernice Doyle McCandless.
Bruce will be buried at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland on January 16, 2018, with a funeral service commencing at 10:00 a.m. in the Naval Academy Chapel.
Bruce McCandless III and Thomas Gibbons ‘58
Update 28 Dec 2017
- A viewing will be held on 15 January 2018 at the John Taylor
Funeral Home at 147 Duke of Glouster St. in Annapolis from 1400-1600 and
1800-2000.
- A Memorial Service will be held at the Naval Academy Main
Chapel on 16 January 2018 at 1000. Burial at the Naval Academy Cemetery will
follow.
- A reception will follow the burial at either the Academy
Club or at the Alumni House on King George St. Information concerning this event
will be provided later.
December 22, 2017
MEDIA ADVISORY J17-017
Astronaut
Bruce McCandless II Dies at 80
Former NASA astronaut Bruce McCandless II, mission specialist on the STS-41B and
STS-31 missions, died Dec. 21, 2017, at the age of 80.
McCandless is perhaps best remembered as the subject of a famous NASA photograph flying alongside the space shuttle in the Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU) – the first astronaut to fly untethered from his spacecraft. His time as an astronaut encompassed much more than that mission, including serving as the mission-control communicator for Neil Armstrong's and Buzz Aldrin's moonwalk on the Apollo 11 mission.
"Our
thoughts and prayers go out to Bruce's family," said Robert Lightfoot,
NASA's acting administrator. "He will always be known for his iconic photo
flying the MMU."
McCandless,
a retired U. S. Navy captain, was one of the 19 astronauts selected by NASA in
April 1966. He was a member of the astronaut support crew for the Apollo 14
mission and was backup pilot for the first crewed Skylab mission. He flew as a
mission specialist on two space shuttle missions. On STS-41B in 1984, he
performed thefamous
spacewalk and on STS-31 in 1990 he helped deploy
the Hubble Space Telescope.
Of
his famous spacewalk, he
wrote in 2015: "My wife [Bernice] was at mission control, and there was
quite a bit of apprehension. I wanted to say something similar to Neil
[Armstrong] when he landed on the moon, so I said, 'It may have been a small
step for Neil, but it’s a heck of a big leap for me.' That loosened the
tension a bit."
Born
June 8, 1937, in Boston, McCandless graduated from Woodrow Wilson Senior High
School, Long Beach, California. He received a bachelor of science degree from
the United States Naval Academy in 1958, a master of science degree in
Electrical Engineering from Stanford University in 1965, and a master’s degree
in Business Administration from the University of Houston at Clear Lake City in
1987.
He
was a co-investigator on the M-509 astronaut maneuvering unit experiment flown
in the Skylab Program and collaborated on the development of the MMU. He was
responsible for crew inputs to the development of hardware and procedures for
the Inertial Upper Stage (IUS), the Hubble Space Telescope, the Solar Maximum
Repair Mission, and the Space Station Program. McCandless logged more than 312
hours in space, including four hours of flight time using the MMU.
Among
the awards and honors received by McCandless are the Legion of Merit (1988);
Department of Defense Distinguished Service Medal (1985); National Defense
Service Medal; American Expeditionary Service Medal; NASA Exceptional Service
Medal (1974); American Astronautical Society Victor A. Prather Award (1975 &
1985); NASA Space Flight Medal (1984); NASA Exceptional Engineering Achievement
Medal (1985); National Aeronautic Association Collier Trophy (1985); Smithsonian
Institution National Air and Space Museum Trophy (1985). He was awarded one
patent for the design of a tool tethering system that was used during shuttle
spacewalks.
Captain
McCandless was the son of the late Rear Admiral (USN) and Mrs. Bruce McCandless.
Admiral McCandless received the Congressional Medal of Honor for the naval
battle of Guadalcanal, December 12-13, 1942. He passed away in 1968. His
paternal grandfather, Commodore (later Rear Admiral) Byron McCandless, USN,
received the Navy Cross for World War I, and his maternal grandfather, Captain
Willis Winter Bradley, USN, was the first recipient of the Congressional Medal
of Honor in World War I.
Capt.
McCandless is survived by his wife, Ellen Shields McCandless of Conifer,
Colorado; his son, Bruce McCandless III of Austin, Texas, and his wife,
Patricia; his daughter, Tracy McCandless, of Islamorada, Florida, and two
granddaughters, Emma Rose and Carson Clare McCandless of Austin. He is also
survived by a brother, Douglas M. McCandless of Washington, D.C.; and two
sisters, Sue M. Woodridge of Texas, and Rosemary V. McCandless of Dallas, Texas.
Find
McCandless’ biography at:
https://www.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/htmlbios/mccandless-b.html
Find
photos of McCandless at:
https://www.nasa.gov/content/images/bruce-mccandless
Donald Walter Harris (7th Co)
DONALD W. HARRIS March 25, 1935 – November 28, 2017
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our father Donald Harris. He was a true gentleman with impeccable taste, sharp wit and a big heart. He is survived by his children Kyle, Ryan and Madigan, his daughter-in-law Anne, son-in-law Greg and five Grandchildren- Dylan, Abigail, Augustus, James, and Mia, and Mia’s mother Yurika Harris.
Born in Chicago on March 25, 1935, Don was raised by Margaret Ryan, a single mother living with severe scoliosis. He referred to his mother as the “sweetest woman I ever knew.” From humble beginnings as “the only Irish kid in an Italian neighborhood on the Southside of Chicago,” Don got tough to survive. Reflecting on growing up below the poverty line he once said, “I didn’t know we were poor because no one told me that we were poor.” As a teen he worked on construction sites with his two brothers Tom and Rich, for their father, Raney Harris.
After being thrown out of three schools, Don finally found his passion playing football. During his senior year at Austin High School, Don played Center and was co-captain of the football team. Austin won the Chicago All-City High School Football Championship, beating out 30 other high schools. He credits the team’s sensational running back, Abe Woodson, one of the nation’s top football recruits, with attracting the college scouts that ultimately noticed Don’s on-field performance which led to him being recruited to play football for the U.S. Naval Academy – a life changing event.
While playing football for the U.S. Naval Academy, Don studied engineering and learned the importance of character, honor and making your bed first thing in the morning. The bonds he forged with his classmates ran deeper than mere friendship and endured to the day of his passing. He would say that the military opened the World to him both geographically and psychologically. In 1958, Navy ended the season 6-3 with a big win in the post season against Rice at the Cotton Bowl Classic with a score of Navy 20 Rice 7.
After graduating in 1958 with a B.S. in Engineering, he took his commission in the United States Air Force where he became a Navigator/Bombardier in the B-47 Stratojet. Stationed at March Air Force Base in Riverside California, Don fell in love with California and would call it home for the rest of his life.
After leaving the military, Don went on to earn an MBA at UCLA. It was there that he met his wife Denise Nee and began his family. Don would later become a confirmed bachelor while remaining a loving hands-on father.
After making a name for himself as a management consultant for Peat Marwick he formed Mental Health Management, Inc. Through his companies, Don owned and operated a skilled nursing care facility serving the mentally ill. Canyon Manor has 89-beds and is located in Novato, CA. Don attributed the long-running success of Canyon Manor to his mentor Ben Lane, his Administrator Richard Evatz, who is now in his 41st year, and the loyal staff who treat patients like family. Don’s legacy continues through his hildren who are committed to continuing the important work of Canyon Manor well into the future. Don also co-founded X2Y Attenuators, LLC in 1996 with his dear friend and fellow USNA football player Tony Anthony.
Don never owned any stocks and didn’t have a 401K or IRA. When asked by a Certified Financial Planner if he had a “retirement plan,” Don replied, “you’re looking at him.”
Throughout his adult life, Don studied religion, philosophy, psychology, and the language of dreams. He was fond of C.G. Jung and James Kirsch in that regard. Don’s library was “storied” as he seemed to have a book to cover every topic. He claimed, on occasion, that he had read every book he owned. Perhaps this is how he became the wordsmith we all knew him to be. He was also a talented sketch artist and clay sculptor. When asked why he didn’t own a Rolex watch he replied, “I wear my adornments on my soul.”
In his personal life, Don was incredibly generous with his time and resources. As a father, he redefined what being supportive means. Always encouraging us to follow our dreams and passions, helping however he could to get us there. To others, he was known for his sage advice and offers of help in some form or fashion. He was a loving Godfather to Will McGregor and he was Papa Don to many, many more than just his own kids. Don always invited our childhood friends to come on ski trips to Lake Tahoe and even went so far as to rent a big van to hold everyone. Don welcomed countless visitors from all over the world and not only put them up, but often toured them around Los Angeles as well. Anyone that ever rode in Don’s car knows that it could be a hair-raising experience.
Don showed few signs of slowing down in his old age. Well into his late seventies and early eighties Don could be found zip lining through the rain forest in Costa Rica, fishing off the coast of Cabo San Lucas, sliding down waterslides at the Disney hotel in Oahu, dressing up as a knight at the Renaissance Pleasure Faire, or riding roller coasters at Disneyland and the Santa Monica Pier with his six-year-old granddaughter.
The twinkle in Don’s eyes, his keen sense of style, his razor-sharp wit, and his love of spending time over a good meal with friends and family (providing you let him pick up the tab) stayed with him until the end.
It was reported that Don used to whisper into the ears of his friends that were on the verge of passing on, “You’re about to embark on an incredible adventure.” The time for Don to embark on his own incredible adventure came on November 28, 2017. He died in his sleep with family by his side after a sudden and catastrophic health issue.
As a celebration of Don's amazing life, his family is opening “The Harris Hilton” once again to host classmates, friends, and family members to honor Don’s life and pay our final respects. The event will be catered by Il Forno, Don’s favorite restaurant for over 30 years. His urn will be at the event.
When:
January 20th, 2018 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm.
Where:1812 Navy Street in Santa Monica, CA 90405
Who: Anyone that RSVP’s by January 8th.
RSVP: http://evite.me/jxQNB11BSz
In February 2018, in a private ceremony, Don’s urn will be interred at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park & Mortuary, a stonesthrow from Marilyn Monroe’s final resting place. Anyone interested in visiting can get the precise location by mentioning Don’s name at the park Office.
We have also set up a photo sharing wall for you to upload your favorite shots of yourself with Don Harris – a virtual remembrance wall. Our hope is that we will discover new photos of Don with his extended family and friends that we did not know about.
https://dropevent.com/gallery/DonaldHarrisMemorialPhotoAlbum
Warm Regards, Kyle, Ryan and and Madigan
Charles Wilson Larzelere III (20th Co) (12/7/17)
Charles Wilson Larzelere III (Capt. USN, Ret.), 83 passed away peacefully at home with his wife Marie at his side December 1, 2017. Chuck was born April 1, 1934 in New London, CT to Charles W. Larzelere, Jr (USCG, Ret.) and Marjorie Robb Larzelere. Chuck and Marie were childhood sweethearts married for 59 years. Chuck graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1958 and went off to Pensacola, FL for flight training, flying both Fixed Wing and Jet Aircraft. Chuck and Marie would eventually move a total of 17 times throughout his career.
Chuck attended the Naval War College in Newport, RI and received his Master’s Degree in Political Science from George Washington University in Washington, DC. He was a highly decorated Naval officer receiving the Legion of Merit Award and many other commendations during his 30 year Naval career. The proudest achievement of his Naval Aviation career as Commanding Officer of VRF-31, Norfolk, VA was flying the last operational seaplane (P-5 Marlin) to the Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Fl where it all began.
Chuck leaves behind his wife Marie, two daughters Marjorie Lynn Cromwell and Christina Marie Heath, his brother Alexander Robb Larzelere (Capt. USCG, Ret.) and wife Rita. Also, sons in law J. Mark Cromwell and Frederick T. Heath, Jr., four grandchildren Frederick Theodore Heath III (Debra), Devon Christopher Heath (Bethany), Joshua Charles Cromwell (Nicole), and Chelsea Marie Cromwell; three great-children Milan McClary Heath, Piper McHugh Heath, and Joshua Holden Cromwell. Chuck was preceded in death by his two sons Charles Wilson Larzelere IV and Christopher John Larzelere. Chuck also leaves behind many loving family members and friends.
Funeral Services with full military honors will be held on December 8, 2017 at 11:00am at H.D. Oliver Apts, Laskin Road Chapel, Virginia Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project (woundedwarriorproject.org)
“Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings; Sunward I’ve climbed and joined the tumbling mirth of sun-split clouds - and done a hundred things You have not dreamed of.”
High Flight, John Gillespie Magee, Jr
Merrita Luna Jackson (Wife of Ed Jackson 5th Co) (12/4/17)
Merrita Luna Jackson, 79, of Grant, died
Wednesday, November 8th, 2017 in Huntsville. Mrs. Jackson was a hairdresser in
Huntsville for many years and a long member of Honeycomb Baptist Church. She is
survived by her husband, Edward Jackson; daughter, Rhonda Gentle (Mark Doyle);
son, Mark Parsons; stepdaughters, Sheryl Cosgrove (Don), Lee Ann Daniel (Joseph)
and Terry Ivey (Paul); brother, Clarence Luna (Evelyn); numerous grandchildren,
great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation was held from 1:00 to 2:00
p.m. Saturday, November 11th, at Laughlin Service Funeral Home. The
funeral service followed at 2:00 p.m. with Brother Patrick Hammett and
Brother Billy Short officiating. Burial will be in Maple Hill Cemetery.
Julius Phelps Guinn (3rd Co) (11/1817)
Update 11/29/17
Longtime Henry County Circuit Court Judge, Julian Phelps Guinn, age 84 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris, TN. Julian graduated from Henry High School and began work for the railroad. He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy [entered USNA] in 1954. He graduated in 1958 with a bachelor's degree from the U.S. Naval Academy. Following his service as a naval officer, he entered the University of Tennessee in 1962 and graduated from law school with his juris doctor degree in 1965. Right after his graduation from law school, he entered into law practice in Paris with Aaron C. Brown Jr. and Aaron C. Brown Sr. and then worked a 13-year partnership with W. Brown Hawley II. In 1984, he began his Circuit Court Judgeship for the 24th Judicial District and retired from his seat in 2006. Julian was born August 9, 1933, in Detroit, MI, to the late James Isham Guinn and the late Hallie Mae Phelps Guinn. He was married December 30, 1959, to Cynthia Ann Dodd Guinn, who preceded him in death on October 20, 2017. He is survived by one daughter, Tracy Guinn of Anchorage, AK; three sons, Matt (Chardonnay) Guinn of Springville, TN, Mark (Katie) Guinn of Ruston, LA, and James Allen Dodd Guinn of Martin, TN; one sister, Sandra Clay of Los Angeles, CA; and three grandchildren, Jacob Thomas Guinn of Atlanta, GA, Darby Halligan Guinn of Atlanta, GA, and Julian Dodd Guinn of Springville, TN. Arrangements are being handled by Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap St, Paris, TN. The body is to be cremated. Memorial visitation will be Saturday, December 16, 2017, from 2:00 pm 5:00 pm at Ridgeway Funeral Home, with the memorial service to begin at 5:00 pm at LeDon Chapel of Ridgeway Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to St. John's Community Service. Julian and Cynthia's youngest son, James, has been a long time member of the St. John's Community. Julian and Cynthia have organized numerous efforts to support St. John's over the years, and the family wishes to continue that tradition. Donations may be addressed to: St. John's Community Service ATTN: Doug Clark 50 Volunteer Blvd Jackson, TN 38305
Cynthia Ann Guinn (Wife of Jub Guinn (3rd Co) (11/29/17)