Anniversary Book - 4th Battalion - Small

50th Anniversary Book
United States Naval Academy

Class of 1967
50th Anniversary Book
4th Battalion
Version date: October 15, 2017
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Published by the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association in 2017

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Table of Contents
19th Company. 15
20th Company.. 63
21st Company.. 90
22nd Company. 122
23rd Company.. 165
24th Company.. 198
4th Battalion Index 239
Introduction
This book, one of a six volume set, contains the completed questionnaires and contemporary photos
provided by the members of the USNA Class of 1967. One volume has been prepared for each bat-
talion. This was in response to a request for information from the editors of the 50 th Anniversary
Book. The completed questionnaires were submitted to Tony Wayne over a two year period from
August 2014 until the end of 2016, with a few procrastinators sending their information much later..
The summaries from these questionnaires have been inserted into a printed version of the 50 th Anni-
versary book that will be distributed to the class later in 2017. This online volume is intended to sup-
plement the printed book.
The story of the Great Class of 1967 is told in these volumes. The questionnaires describe a truly
impressive group of young men who joined together on Tecumseh Court in 1963 where each re-
peated the oath, and accepted a commission as Midshipman, United State Navy. The heights to
which these men soared are spectacular as you will see when you read these pages. The biogra-
phies list the background, struggles, successes and heart aches of 90% of the class. The men re-
veal their most humorous memories of life in Mother B, momentous events in their lives and the
pride they have for their families who supported our classmates through long deployments and de-
manding life styles
The questionnaires published in these volumes are, for the most part, unedited except for running
spell checks. Many classmates, who felt too constricted with a 300 word maximum for the summary
that was intended as part of the printed book, also provided a longer version of their summary biog-
raphy. We included the longer summary in these online volumes.
The response by the members of the Class of 1967 to our requests for information was outstanding.
We received more than 800 completed questionnaires plus a number of responses that contained
only the summary biography. The response far exceeded the typical number of biographies submit-
ted by other classes commemorating the 50th Anniversary of their graduation from USNA. It also far
exceeded the volume of information anticipated by the publisher, Jostens Incorporated, so their ef-
fort to complete the printed book became heroic. Unfortunately, even with that effort they could not
complete the printed book before the reunion held in October 2017.
I want to thank Tony Wayne for his dedication in coordinating with the company representatives in
their effort to find classmates and collect the questionnaires and photos you see in this volume. Also
my thanks to Pete Smullen for his artistic skills and computer expertise who always found solutions
for the tricky problems that kept popping up. You can see his skill in the printed volume that con-
tains the Another Link in the Chain section and the Memorial to our classmates in the Memorial
pages. The online volumes were prepared by Pete Smullen and Tony Wayne and your editor using
Microsoft Publisher spending many long hours banging on their computers.
The following letter from the book editorial staff to the thirty-six company representatives contains
the initial request for information that initiated this whole effort. The company representatives
pleaded, cajoled, prodded and pushed our classmates to submit biographies and current pictures for
the project. Their efforts were relentless to the point that we received a few responses after the dead
line set for the printed book, but are included in these online volumes.
Thank you all for your efforts in developing this history of the USNA Class of 1967.
Ed Mills
United States Naval Academy - Class of 1967 - 50th Anniversary
Cletus Stephen Banwarth

Service History:
Summer 67, instructor at USNA.
1967-69 Nuclear Power training pipeline (Vallejo, Idaho S5G, Sub School).
1969-71 USS Daniel Webster SSBN626 (RC DO, Electrical DO, Sonar
DO).
1971-73 - Department Head, Nuclear Power School Vallejo.
1973 transferred to Naval Reserve, served in various East Coast billets,
retired in 1991 as Commander USNR.
Principal Occupation:
After Active Duty, worked in the Nuclear industry: Babcock & Wilcox
(Lynchburg, VA) and Northeast Utilities (Connecticut). In 1988, moved
to private industry as an executive with a manufacturing company. In
1996 became an operations consultant, retiring in 2006 from IBM Busi-
ness Consulting Services.
Interesting, Unusual, or Memorable Life Events:

After years of perfect health, I was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins Lym-
phoma in 2009; went through 6 rounds of chemo and adjunct therapy for two years. At this time (2015) I am in remission.
Tell us about your wife, children and grandchildren

Married Linda (Brooks) in 1970 while stationed in Newport News at my first command. We have 3 children: Christopher (1972),
Erika (1974), and Gregory (1977), all married. Our children are doing well and have blessed us with 4 granddaughters.
How is retired life going and how do you currently spend your time?
I retired in 2006 and have made Aiken, South Carolina, our home. Time is occupied with church and community involvement (e.g.
SCORE, an organization of retired executives assisting small businesses), starting-up a local USNA Alumni chapter, and standard
retirement occupations such as golf and travel. I have also taken up again the game of duplicate bridge in some of my spare time.
Over the past few years we have travelled to several class mini-reunions, meeting up with 67 and sub-school classmates.
Most Vivid/Fondest Memories of USNA:

Formation in Tecumseh Court; P-Rades; graduation ceremony June 7, 1967.
Late night fishing for crabs off the bridge on Dorsey Creek, then cooking them in the company wardroom coffee pot.
Meals in the dining hall - ice cream for breakfast; sliders; rum raisin ice cream.
Crowding in to the company wardroom to watch episodes of Star Trek.
Humorous Memories of USNA:

(Humorous now, but not then.) I am braced up at the table as a plebe, and stand up to yell something (dont remember) a nearby
second-classman didnt hear what I said, and he yelled over to me Say again, stupid!. Of course, what I heard him tell me was to
say .. again ... stupid, which I did: Again Stupid ... SIR!. That was worth a month of come-arounds.
Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "obtain from attending
I remember reading The Bluejackets Manual probably a dozen times while growing up. My father was a US Navy officer
(WW2, retired as a Commander USNR) and was very instrumental in creating my interest in attending USNA and in a navy
career.
Did the academy experience satisfy your expectations?

I started plebe summer in 1963 as a 17-year-old, and to be honest at the time I had no idea what to expect at USNA. But I did
look forward to a Navy career expecting destroyers or battleships, but ended up in the submarine community.
Summary
After graduation, I spent the summer at USNA as a Maneuvering Boards (what are they?) instructor, then entered the Nuclear Power
training pipeline of Vallejo, Idaho (S5G), New London, and assignment to the USS Daniel Webster SSBN626. After a tour as De-
partment Head at Nuclear Power School Vallejo, I left active duty and entered a career in the Nuclear Industry working for Babcock
and Wilcox, and Northeast Utilities. Later, I moved to executive positions in private companies and 10 years in business consulting
before retiring in 2006. I remained in the US Naval Reserve, retiring as a Commander with 6 years Active duty, 18 years Reserve
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duty.
Shortly after arriving at my first command, I met my wife, Linda we were married in January 1970. We have three children: Chris-
topher (1972), Erika (1974) and Gregory (1977) and, at this point in time, 4 granddaughters. My time in retirement has been spent
involved in church and community activities, golf and bridge, travel and other temptations of retirement.
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John C. Bates, Jr.

Service History:
1967-68: Naval Aviation Training Command, Various locations, received NFO wings 1/69
1969: VF-101 F-4 Replacement Aviation Training Squadron, NAS Oceana, VA; NAS Key West, FL
1969-72: Radar Intercept Officer (RIO), VF-102, NAS Oceana, VA &
USS Independence (CV-62)
1972-74: Instructor, VF-101, F-4 Replacement Aviation Training
Squadron, NAS Oceana, VA
Operated from numerous Aircraft Carriers
1974-76: VF-33, NAS Oceana, VA & USS Independence (CV-62)
1976: Student, Armed Forces Staff College, Norfolk, VA
1977-80: Summer Training Officer/34th Company Officer, US Naval
Academy, Annapolis, MD
1980-81: Training Officer, USS America (CV-66), NOB Norfolk, VA
1982-85: XO & CO, VF-154, NAS Miramar, CA
Deployed on USS Coral Sea (CV-43) in F-4s & USS Constella-
tion (CV-64) in F-14s
1985-87: Air Ops Officer, Carrier Group One (CCG-1), NAS North
Island, CA
Deployed on USS Constellation (CV-64) & USS Ranger (CV-60)
1987-89: Carrier Ops Tactical Instructor, Tactical Training Group, Pa-
cific( TTGP), Pt. Loma, CA
1989: Retired with rank of Commander
Principal Occupatio
After Navy retirement, remained at TTGP, as Instructor in carrier battle
group tactics to Senior Naval Officers going to sea commands. Then
hired by Inter-National Research Institute (INRI) to manage installations and maintenance of the Joint Operational Tactical Systems
(JOTS) on all ships in Pacific theater. Worked in senior technical management with INRI in San Diego, then in Newport News, VA.
INRI was purchased by Northrop Grumman, Systems Engineering Division, in 1997. I retired from Northrop Grumman in 2005.
From 2004 until 2013 I finally realized real outside work. My wife and I formed Bates Tree Service. She was the ground man-
ager and I worked in the trees. This was a part-time endeavor. In 2013 I retired that business. Now I am fully retired.

On 7 June, 1967, our USNA graduation day, I went to my last Restriction Muster at 8:00 AM (long ugly story).BUT I DID
Graduate!!! I was surprised to received orders back to USNA in 1977! While at USNA as Summer Training Officer, I had to find
summer training and accommodations for the first classes of women at USNA (Classes of 80, 81). Those were interesting times in
very new territory! There were many wonderful times in the Navy, but the hardest by far, was when I just became CO of VF-154, we
had to transition the squadron from the oldest F-4s to the newest F-14s, and be combat ready for deployment in 6 months (the fast-
est scheduled transition accomplished)! That was the hardest time in my professional life. We made it though, and also deployed
with the first operational F-18 squadrons in our airwing.
Tell us about your wife, children and grandchildren:

Demere, after 5 years as my sweetheart, and engagement at our Ring Dance, married on 1 July 1967, in Jacksonville, FL. She has
been a treasure to me. We have one son, and two daughters. They have blessed us, and their lives with 11 grandchildren, and 1 great-
grandchild.
After retiring and happily losing all good order and discipline Demere and I have had a very rewarding time, and hope to continue
for our remaining years. We both still love to camp in a tent, ride bicycles, and explore in our kayaks,canoes, etc. (all 10 of them).
We have enjoyed traveling, here and abroad, when we can. Have taken trips via Space-A MAC flights to both European and Pacific
destinations. We both love gardening, and have developed a lot of our 6 acre home area into landscaped areas. Also work in our
church community adds a lot of richness to our lives. Life is Good!!

Plebe Summer was a real eye opener for me! I will say though, that helping each other get through that ordeal and the Plebe Year

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to follow was the strongest bonding of friendship that I had ever experienced.
I still remember vividly that I was cleaning my drill belt when I heard that President Kennedy had been assassinated.
I rowed on the heavyweight crew team, and was on the team in 1965 when Navy made a Clean Sweep of the National Champion-
ships, HOWEVER, I was the spare oarsman to fill in if there was an injury. I was ready, but there were no injured Varsity oars-
man the day of the races. I loved our victories, but wished I could have been in one of the Varsity boats. I have since rowed with the
Navy Masters Team, and WAS in the boat in 2004 when we came in 2 nd in the Henley Veterans Regatta in England. Hey, got to keep
trying!
Fondly remember a lot in the food area: cannon balls, trail markers, and breakfasts of fried chicken and scrambled eggs or
ice cream and strawberries; also, the turkeys coming to our tables at Thanksgiving with a paper instruction on its proper carving
procedure. For lunch we would occasionally have chicken tetrazzini and for dessert tapioca pudding. It was lights out if you
had a fifth period class!!

Went over the wall a couple of times by swimming across College Creek to St. Johns from our boathouse. Cant imagine how our
clothes kept dry in our waterproof bags! My roomies and I devised a shaving cream bomb to send to my girlfriend as a playful
trick. We field tested that sucker by bouncing the package around the shower, BUT alas it detonated while in the care of the
Postal System !! I PAID FOR THAT, but she became, and STILL IS, my wife!
Awards Received:
Meritorious Service Medal Navy Commendation Medal (2)
Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon (2) Navy Expeditionary Medal
National Defense Service Medal Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2)
Navy Pistol Marksmanship Ribbon (Expert)
Academic Achievement:
Bachelor of Science, USNA
Athletic:
Navy Heavyweight Crew Team 63 67. Swept National Championships in 65.
Navy Masters Crew Team 93 04. Competed at national level. 2nd in Henley Veterans Regatta in England (2004)
Uniform Device
Naval Flight Officer Wings
Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "obtain from attending?
I decided to join the Navy when, in the early 1950s, I went with my parents to take my uncle to the airport to deploy to the
Korean War. He had been in the Army in WWII, but had enlisted in the Navy to serve then. He was such a great man, and just made
a great impression on me. I had had another uncle killed in WWII who was a bomber pilot. I knew from that early age that I wanted
to be in the Navy, and I have never regretted it. When I graduated from USNA in 1967, I was the first person of my family to gradu-
ate from college. I went to USNA because I had always wanted to be a career Naval Officer, and serve to defeat those that might
seek to harm our country.

. ..The academy experience TOTALLY satisfied my expectations. It changed my life for the better from the first day I ar-
rived. I still recall some of the wisdom from Reef Points.and, believe it or not, I actually bought another Reef Points two years
ago when I was at the Mid Store. I pick it up often. Mentally, physically, and spiritually, the academy founded me in the principles of
living and leadership. That time of growing at the academy has been a major influence in the way I see things in life, and, most im-
portantly, walk through the difficulties, and enjoy the blessings that life brings everyday.
Summary
Three weeks after graduation I married Demere, my HS sweetheart. We spent the first several years moving through aviation train-
ing. My career path progressed as an NFO and a Radar Intercept Officer in the F-4 Phantom II, then transitioning to the F-14 Tomcat
in 1983. I had operational flying tours in VF-102 and VF-33 out of NAS Oceana, VA. In between those tours I had a tour as an in-
structor in VF-101, the F-4 RAG. In 1977, I attended Armed Forces Staff College. Following that tour I was assigned back at the
Naval Academy as the Training Officer, managing all the USNA summer training programs. These duties included the emergent
requirement to plan and execute the summer training for the first classes of women midshipmen. After 2 years as Training Officer, I
served as the 34th Company Officer, and as Officer Rep for the USNA Crew Team. Following this tour it was back to sea as the
Training Officer on the USS America (CV-66); then I went to NAS Miramar, CA as XO/CO of VF-154. Following this tour I
changed staterooms aboard USS Constellation (CV-64) and became the ComCarGru-1 Air Operations Officer. We deployed on sev-
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eral carriers. My last tour of duty was as a Battle Group Operations instructor at Tactical Training Group, Pacific, Pt Loma, CA.
Following Navy retirement I had technical management positions at the Inter-National Research Institute, and Northrop Grumman
until retiring from that 2nd career in 2005.
In my personal life I have greatly enjoyed Masters Rowing from 1987 until 2005 I rowed competitively at the national level with
several rowing clubs in CA and VA, including the Navy Masters Rowing Club.
Demere and I moved from San Diego, CA to Smithfield, VA in 1993. We now enjoy traveling, and landscaping. We have 3 chil-
dren, 11 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. Living on 6 acres on a lake, our family happily calls our place Camp Bates. That
makes us happy too!

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Gerard F. Buckley
Service History
1963 - 67: USNA (19th Company)
1967: CIC Officer and Anti-Submarine Air Controller (ASAC)
Schools, NATTC Glynco, GA.
1967 - 69: USS MOALE (DD 693); CIC Officer, Division Officer,
OODF, ASAC, ROH, MED deployment.
1969 - 70: USS MARK (AKL 12); Executive Officer. Served a 12-
month, in-country RVN forward deployment. Directed the
participation of 50 officers and crew in the mobile logistic
support of naval ships and installations located in the Repub-
lic of Vietnams Mekong Delta rivers and coastal waters.
1970 - 72: USNA; Instructed classes of first and third year Midshipmen
in Naval Science Fundamentals and Operations and Tactics,
in both the classroom and aboard Yard Patrol (YP) training
craft.
1972 - 73: Department Head School, Destroyer School, Newport, RI.
1973 - 75: USS GLOVER (AGDE 1)/(FF 1090); Operations Officer. Shipyard RAV and MED deployment.
1975 - 78: Bureau of Naval Personnel (BUPERS); Enlisted Personnel Placement Officer. Screened and placed qualified Navy
enlisted personnel into 4500 Presidential Support, Navy and Joint Staff headquarters positions in Washington, D.C. and
worldwide. Activities supported included Military Assistance Advisory Groups (MAAGs), Missions, Flag Officer quar-
ters/messes, the White House staff mess, Camp David, the Vice President's residence and the staffs of SECDEF, JCS and
CNO (OPNAV).
1979: Tactical Action Officer (TAO) and Tartar Missile Officer (Advanced) Schools; Fleet Combat Training Center, Atlantic
(FCTCLANT), Dam Neck, Virginia Beach, VA
1979 - 80: USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN 40); Combat Systems Officer (CSO). Shipyard Post-Shakedown Availability (PSA); initial
Combat System Ships Qualification Trials (CSSQT); initial Naval Gun Fire Support (NGFS) qualification; TAO in un-
derway Condition 3 environment. Relieved classmate, Chuck Penque, who served as MISSISSIPPIs commissioning
CSO.
1981: Surface Warfare Prospective Executive Officer (PXO) School, Newport, RI
1981 - 82: : USS AUSTIN (LPD 4); Executive Officer. Shipyard Regular Overhaul (ROH); INSURV Inspection; engineering
LOE/OPPE. Debark Control Officer during amphibious operations. Coordinated the test and evaluation of an LPDs
compatibility with the Navys Amphibious Assault Landing Craft (AALC/JEFF (B)). Certified as qualified for surface
ship command.
1983 - 84: FCTCLANT Dam Neck, VA; Weapons Training Officer. Directed a 106 member staff in teaching 30 operator and mainte-
nance courses in U.S. Navy gunnery, weapons and fire control systems. Responsible for the U.S. Navy's only live firing,
medium caliber gun line used on a daily basis for training purposes.
1984 87: FCTCLANT Dam Neck, VA; Base Operations Director. Responsible for all of the essential functions involved with the
day-to-day operation of the Training Center complex. Managed a 260 member staff and a $2.5 million annual budget in
providing a variety of vital support services to a daily base population of 7000 persons and 16 tenant U.S. Navy com-
mands.
1987: Retired as Commander.
Principal Occupation
A few weeks after my Navy retirement, I joined defense contractor American Systems Engineering Corporation (AMSEC), later re-
named AMSEC-LLC, as a Senior Engineer. Subsequent promotions to Program Manager and Senior Program Manager followed
over my fifteen years with the Virginia Beach-based company. My focus was on Combat Systems, based largely on my experience
as CSO on USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN 40) and Weapons Training Officer at FCTCLANT, Dam Neck. I was designated as AMSEC's
Master Ordnance Repair (MOR) Program Manager. I maintained AMSEC's qualification as a MOR Contractor certified by
NAVSEA as technically capable of managing complex overhauls of surface ship combat systems in the private sector. On a contin-
ual basis, in order to maintain AMSEC's unique MOR qualification, I recruited personnel from within AMSEC and brought on new
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hire candidates with the technical expertise and shipyard experience needed to qualify in the MOR program in front of a NAVSEA/
NSWC PHD qualification board. I revised and published AMSEC's Corporate MOR Management Plan and orchestrated AMSEC's
1987, 1989, 1991 and 1994 MOR re-certifications by NAVSEA/ NSWC PHD.
I qualified as both a MOR Project Manager and MOR Production Manager via interviews and oral technical examinations in front of
a NAVSEA/NSWC PHD-chaired qualification board. As such, I was certified by NAVSEA as technically capable of planning and
coordinating combat system production work and managing combat system test programs during MOR-invoked surface combatant
availabilities in private sector shipyards.
Subsequently, I served as AMSEC's on-site, in-shipyard, MOR Project Manager for seven Navy surface combatant overhauls
(ROHs) and repair availabilities (SRAs) in Norfolk, VA area private sector shipyards.
I also managed several contracts in support of Fleet Technical Support Center Atlantic (FTSCLANT) (formerly
NAVSEACENLANT) for Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) equipment and systems support as well as for the MK 86 Gun-
fire Control System and the MK 92 Fire Control System.
I also functioned as Engineering Task Manager for Global Command and Control System-Maritime (GCCS-M) in support provided
to SPAWAR (PMW-157) and SPAWAR Systems Center (SSC) Charleston (Code 63) under the SSC Charleston C4I contract
(N65236-99-D-6808). I retired from AMSEC in 2002 after fifteen exciting and challenging years.

One of my most memorable life events occurred during Induction Day for our USNA class. During the check-in procedure I was
shocked, disappointed and troubled by what I was told during check-in at Sick Bay. I was told I would not be sworn in that day be-
cause I had to undergo a blood test at the Naval Hospital the next day to test my susceptibility to developing diabetes and I would be
lodged in the Field Houses Visiting Team dormitory until the issue was resolved. Overnight fasting was also required. I was as-
signed a bunk in the dormitory in the cavernous field house. I was later able to view the swearing in of our class from outside Te-
cumseh Court. I had family in town and I had to call them to tell them what was going on and that there was a remote chance Id be
going back to Massachusetts with them if the blood test was a failure. I was transported to the hospital the next morning and under-
went the test. I was later informed the test was normal and that arrangements would be made to swear me in. I was sworn in by the
Commandant of Midshipmen in his office on June 28, 1963two days after the rest of my class. Here I wastwo days junior to the
rest of my class with a lot of work to do in completing my check-in and stenciling all of my gear. My roommates, John Bates and
Adrian Gordon, helped me catch up and our plebe summer squad leader, Bernie Smith 65, provided me the necessary extra instruc-
tion I needed in the art of marching so I could effectively march in formation with my classmates. My worst fears about the blood-
test issue had not been realized and I was finally a member of the USNA class of 1967.

Virginia (Ginny) and I were married on 19 October 1968 in our hometown of Taunton, MA. The wedding party was comprised of
classmate John Sheldon and a number of my USS MOALE (DD 693) shipmates. My childhood friend, who also happened to be a
surface Naval officer, was my best man. Ginny and I have two wonderful sons who have given us seven grandchildren ranging in
age, at this time (Feb. 2015), from one to 14 years of age. Son Ian is the father of four beautiful girls and Son Darren is the father of
two handsome sons and the remaining, beautiful one-year-old girl. Ian and Darren are both military veterans.
I have been retired since leaving AMSEC in 2002. Retired life is terrific. Ginny and I get with our grandchildren as often as we can.
We are also involved in one of the ministries at our church that keeps us busy for about one-half a day a week. We both spend time
doing our share of surfing the Internet. Ginnys on Facebook and, as a result, spends a bit more time on the Internet than I do. We
both watch TV regularly, particularly local and Fox news, NFL and college football games and major league baseball games, espe-
cially those involving the Boston Red Sox.

- Ill never forget President JFKs visit and address to our class in August of our 1963 Plebe Summer. In fact, I made a video CD of
that speech and made copies for my company mates at our 35 th reunion. And, as Im sure we all still remember, there was also the
day three months later when President JFK was assassinated in Dallas.
- Holding off and defeating Army in the 1963 Army-Navy football game
- Ring Dance, 1966
- 1967 Pontiac LeMans; took delivery in late 1966
- Graduation and the tossing of our caps for those we leave behind.

Mess Hall Mealtime Prank: Attention world..attention world.does anyone have any extra cereal boxes for Mr. (insert
name)???? Then duck and cover. Hilarious!!
Academic Achievement

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Computer-Aided Drafting (AutoCAD Release13); Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach, VA, 1997
Service Awards
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V
- Combat Action Ribbon
- Meritorious Unit Commendation with One Star
- Navy Unit Commendation
- Vietnam Service and Campaign Medals
- Vietnam Gallantry Cross With Palm Unit Citation
- Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation Civil Actions Medal
In the late 50s and early 60s I liked to watch the two television series that highlighted service academy life: Men of Annapolis and
West Point. I also watched the television show Navy Log which presented a good picture of shipboard navy life. I decided
then, in my junior year of high school, that I definitely wanted to attend a service academy. No one in my immediate family had
attended a service academy so I was determined to be the first one in my family to do it. At that point I was initially more focused
on graduating from the Academy itself rather than thinking a lot about what a post-Academy career might look like. Obtaining a
congressional appointment took a long time, however. I was in my junior year of college in a pre-medical/dental curriculum when I
received a first-alternate appointment to USNA. I was soon selected by USNA for admission in June 1963 with the class of 1967, an
offer that I happily accepted.

As stated in Paragraph 1 above, I was initially more focused on graduating from the Academy itself rather than thinking a lot about
what a post-Academy career might look like. However, as time passed at the Academy, I began weighing my options more fully
concerning my post-Academy service. I had a successful career as a result. I would say my expectations were definitely satisfied by
both the Academy experience and my post-Academy service experience.
Summary
Following USNA graduation I traveled to NATTC Glynco, GA for CIC Officer and Anti-Submarine Air Controller (ASAC) schools.
I subsequently reported for duty as CIC Officer aboard USS MOALE (DD 693) in Newport, RI.
My next duty assignment was a twelve-month tour as Executive Officer, USS MARK (AKL 12), located in-country Vietnam.
MARKs fifty officers and crew provided mobile logistic support to naval ships and installations located in the rivers and coastal
waters of Vietnams Mekong Delta. After USS MARK I served a two-year tour as a Seamanship and Tactics instructor at USNA
followed by Destroyer (Department Head) School in Newport, RI and a tour as Operations Officer onboard USS GLOVER (AGDE
1/FF 1090) in Newport, RI.
Subsequent tours included BUPERS as an Enlisted Personnel Placement Officer; Combat Systems Officer USS MISSISSIPPI (CGN
40) via TAO and TARTAR Missile schools, Norfolk, VA; Executive Officer, USS AUSTIN (LPD 4) via PXO School, Norfolk, VA;
and Weapons Training Officer and Base Operations Director, Fleet Combat Training Center, Atlantic (FCTCLANT), Dam Neck,
VA. I retired from the Navy as a Commander on July 1, 1987 as I finished my tours at FCTCLANT.
I then went to work as a Senior Program Manager for American Systems Engineering Corporation (AMSEC) in Virginia Beach, VA.
My focus was on combat system production work and testing. I retired from AMSEC in 2002 after 15 years with the company.
I married the love of my life, Virginia (Ginny), on October 19, 1968. We have two grown sons and seven adorable grandchildren.
Ginny and I lived in 9 houses over 20 years in the Navy.
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Terry Buettner
My four years at USNA developed character and

integrity in me that I might not have found else-
where. My Air Force career was rewarding, and
where I belonged, but I was always proud of Navy.
I believe I was the first '67 graduate to finish pilot

training, on July 24, 1968. In the final months of
the Vietnam conflict, I flew night ECM missions
during Linebacker II, the massive raids on Hanoi
and Haiphong during December, 1972. I spent more
than three years as an intelligence officer in the
Philippines, and flew with the Aggressor Squadron
there. I flew the F-4E in CONUS and in Germany. I
avoided staff jobs by twice volunteering for assign-
ments with the Army, and made nearly 300 military parachute jumps from as high as 25,000 ft,
and a 500 foot combat jump into Panama in 1989. I participated in the 1983 invasion of Gre-
nada, where three of my personnel were wounded in action against Cuban forces. In 1990 I de-
ployed to Saudi Arabia for Desert Storm, and remember watching the Army/Navy game in the
XVIII Airborne Corps Tactical Operations Center. There I was, an Air Force guy, living with
the Army, watching the game with a bunch of Navy SEALs. I felt secure, but confused. When
the war ended, my final assignment was with US Army Special Forces Command. I lived in
mud, snow, and sand, made a lot of parachute jumps, and retired in 1993 as a Lt Col.
We moved to the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, and celebrate our 37th anni-
versary in 2017. We have four sons between us, two grandsons, and two granddaughters. We
are happy, busy, and enjoy good health. I've had a great adventure.

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William Lawrence Culver

Service History
Jul 1967 Jan 1968 The Basic School Quantico, VA
Feb 1968 Feb 1969 USAF Pilot Training, Vance AFB (USAF
Wings) Enid, OK
Feb 1969 Jul 1969 VMT-103 (USN Wings) Yuma, AZ
Jul 1969 Jan 1970 VMFAT-101 El Toro, CA
Jan 1970 May 1970 VMFA-531 El Toro, CA
May 1970 Sep 1970 VMFA-314 Chu Lai, RVN
Sep 1970 Feb 1971 VMFA-115 Danang, RVN
Mar 1971 Apr 1971 VMFA-334 Iwakuni, JA to Miramar, CA
Apr 1971 Dec 1973 VT-25 Beeville, TX
Jan 1974 Aug 1976 USMCR inactive Tulsa, OK
Aug 1976 May 1977 Amphibious Warfare School Quantico, VA
Jun 1977 Nov 1977 H&MS 31 Beaufort, SC
Nov 1977 Jul 1978 VMFA-122 Beaufort, SC
Jul 1978 Aug 1979 VMFA-122 Iwakuni, JA
Aug 1979 Jun 1981 VMFA-122 Beaufort, SC
Jul 1981 Jul 1984 MAG-41 Grand Prairie, TX
Aug 1984 Jun 1987 HQMC Arlington, VA
Jul 1987 Jul 1988 MAG-15 Iwakuni, JA
Aug 1988 Jul 1989 1st MarBde Kaneohe, HI
Jul 1989 Aug 1991 MAG-24 Kaneohe, HI
Active duty Marine student and pilot from Jul 1967 to Dec 1973. Project engineer for the John Zink Company, Tulsa, from Jan 1974
to Jul 1976. Active duty Marine student and pilot from Aug 1976 to Aug 1991. Various management, sales, and teaching positions
in Honolulu from Feb 1992 to Jul 1996. MBA from University of Central OK 1999. Flight Instructor and Commercial Pilot in
Oklahoma City from 2000 to 2003. FAA Aviation Safety Inspector in Oklahoma City from 2003 to 2013.

My most memorable life event is realizing that life is not about me but about God, our Creator, and accepting the gift of His Son
Jesus to save me from the consequences of my sins.

My wife and I were married after flight school in Feb 1969. We have 2 children and 8 grandchildren.
Retirement is fine. We try to spend time with all our children and grandchildren. We use our old Cessna 210 for some of these trips.
We attend Oklahoma City Thunder basketball games regularly.

My most vivid memories of USNA are the football pep rallies, the speech from Army Captain Roger Donlon, Roger Staubach, plebe
summer squad leader Bernie Smith, Jimmy Lewis in lacrosse games, the Ollie North/Jim Webb boxing match refereed by Rocky
Marciano, marching to church, and my history professor.

My roommate for 3 of our 4 years was Terry Buettner. He always had a smile, a joke, and a funny trick to play on plebes and me.
Setting traps for the window closers was his specialty. He had a superb sense of right versus wrong and could make everyone laugh
without stepping outside the bounds of acceptable behavior. He and Adrian Gordon bet me they could come up with a word for
which I could not find a definition; I naively accepted. For days I searched for Zamboni, only to relinquish and lose the bet. They
knew a sucker when they saw one.
MBA from the University of Central Oklahoma
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Service Awards
Air Medal (8)
My Dads best friend made a career of the Navy, retiring as a Captain. He was on the USS Laffey at Okinawa. This was the only
career my Dad ever recommended to me and the only college to which I ever applied.
I expected to learn how to drive a boat and I also expected to get a lot of hazing during plebe year. I didnt know what to expect be-
yond that.

It met both expectations. The academy experience was good. It opened my eyes to the world beyond my hometown in a controlled
environment which kept my youthful exuberance in check while providing motivation to achieve far more than I would ever have
accomplished on my own initiative.
Summary
Upon commissioning in the Marine Corps I attended The Basic School at Quantico. I then attended flight school at Vance AFB in
Enid, OK where my USNA roommate was already a USAF student. I met my wife while there and we were married in Oklahoma
City one week after getting USAF wings. USN wings came at MCAS Yuma and MCAS El Toro. I flew F-4s in Vietnam during 70
and 71. I decided to leave active duty to seek medical care for my wife after a tour flight instructing at Beeville, TX. I worked in
Tulsa, OK for 3 years where we had our first child. I then returned to active duty at AWS, Quantico. Flying tours at Beaufort, Iwa-
kuni, and NAS Dallas led to flying a desk at HQMC from 84 to 87. I then transitioned to F-18s with tours in Iwakuni and Kaneohe
(Desert Shield) prior to retirement in 91.
We remained in Hawaii until our youngest child graduated from high school in 96. Returning home to Oklahoma City we moved
across the street from my wifes parents. I completed an MBA while assisting aging parents and seeking a satisfying second career.
Flying again answered the call; I worked as a flight instructor and commercial pilot until starting a ten year FAA career in 2003. We
continue to fly our Cessna 210 to visit family. High standards, sound morals, inspiring sporting events, and positive motivation re-
mind me of a very privileged education at USNA.

19th Company
Adrian J Gordon
Service History
Active Duty
1967 The Basic School, Marine Corps Schools, Quantico, VA
1967 1969 Marine Aviation Detachment, Naval Aviation Basic
Training Command, Naval Air Station, Pensacola, FL
1969 HMM-264, MAG-26, MCAS(H) New River, NC, HMM-365,
MAG-26, MCAS(H) New River, NC, HMM-164, MAG-15,
9th MAB, FMFPAC
1969 1970 HMM-161, MAG-16, 1stMAW, FMFPAC, MCAF
Phu Bai, RVN & MCAF Marble Mountain, Da Nang, RVN
1970 MABS-16, MAG-16, 1stMAW MCAF, Marble Mountain,
RVN, HMM-161, MAG-16, 1stMAW, FMFPAC, Marble
Mountain, RVN, H&HS, MCAS, MCB, Quantico, VA
1970 1973 SOES, MCAS, MCB, Quantico, VA
1972 Aviation Safety Officer Course, Naval Postgraduate School,
Montery, CA
1973 1975 A Company, HQBN, MCB, Quantico, VA (Student,
Basic/Instructor, Communications Officer School)
1975 1976 HMM-164, MAG-36, 1st MAW, MCAS Futenma,
Okinawa
1976 H&MS-36, MAG-36, 1st MAW MCAS Futenma, Okinawa
Reserve Duty
1977 1980 VTU 4-23/MTU VA-5
1977 Headquarters, USMC, Washington, DC
1978 Naval Justice School Reserve Course, Newport RI
1980 1981 MTU PA-1
1981 1983 H&S Company, 3rd BN, 25th MAR, FMF
1983 1990 MTU PA-52
1990 Retired from USMC as LtCol
Following graduation I remained on active duty with the Marine Corps until 1976 when I began law school at George Washington
University. While in law school I clerked for Chief Counsel of the Coast Guard. Upon graduating from GWU Law School, I moved
to Philadelphia where I initially practiced maritime law and did some general aviation accident litigation. I later joined Wilson, El-
ser, LLP, where I did insurance defense and insurance coverage litigation. I retired as a partner at Wilson Elser in 2011.
After leaving active duty I continued to serve in the US Marine Corps Reserve, with a tour as Forward Air Controller and Air Liai-
son Officer for 3/25 which took me to Germany and Denmark prior to my retirement from the Marine Corps Reserve in 1990.

All of my experiences in the Marine Corps, both active and reserve, were both interesting and memorable. The same must be said
for my volunteer service as an EMT since retirement where I have had the opportunity to serve with the most dedicated group of
young people I have known outside of the Marine Corps.

Debra and I have been married since 2005. She has brought three wonderful stepchildren into my life who, combined with two step-
sons from a previous marriage, are the pride of my life. Deb continues to teach AP physics and other high school science courses for
an online school from here in Lexington.
I retired from the practice of law in 2011 and Debra and I moved to Lexington, VA where I am a Volunteer EMT with a local rescue
squad, serve as Legislative Affairs Representative with the George C Marshall Chapter of MOAA, and serve as coordinator for Toys
for Tots.
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My 19th Company classmates.
Juris Doctor degree from George Washington University.
Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "obtain from attending ?
Other than to say that going to USNA and going on to lead sailors (or as it ultimately turned out, Marines), was the only thing I
really wanted to do from the time I was in grade school, I really have no answer to this question.

Yes, it did satisfy my expectations, and led me to what I wanted to do, lead Americas finest, which was the ultimate goal. While I
ultimately took a different path, there is nothing that I have done that gives me more pride than my years in the Marine Corps that
followed graduation.
Summary
Following graduation from USNA I was truly privileged to serve in various assignments in the Marine Corps for nine years before
leaving the Corps for law school and ultimately a career with a national law firm. Since my retirement from the practice of law, my
wonderful wife Deb and I have made our home in Lexington, Virginia where I serve as a volunteer EMT with a local rescue squad
and as the Squads training officer, coordinate the local Toys for Tots program and serve as Legislative Liaison for the local Chapter
of the Military Officers Association of America.

19th Company
Robert E. Hawthorne, Jr.

Service History
1963-1967: USNA (13th then 19th Co)
1967-1969: Nuclear Power and Submarine training
1969-1972: USS Henry Clay (SSBN625) Charleston, SC and Honolulu,
HI
1972-1975: USS Mariano G Vallejo (SSBN658) Newport News, VA and
Charleston, SC
1975-1977: Nuclear Power Training Unit (S3G plant) Ballston Spa, NY
1977-1981: Executive Officer, USS Bluefish (SSN675) Norfolk, VA
1981-1983: SecNav Staff, Submarine Assistant, Pentagon
1984-1987: Commanding Officer, USS Cincinnati (SSN693), Norfolk,
VA
1988-1990: Commanding Officer, USS Henry M Jackson (SSBN730)
Bangor, WA
1990-1994: Deputy Director, Strategic Systems Program Office, Alexan-
dria, VA
1994 Retired as Captain, USN
All of my Navy assignments were related to nuclear submarines, in both the nuclear propulsion and ballistic missile areas. After
retiring from the Navy, I was employed by the operating contractors of the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN, re-
sponsible for Facility and Maintenance Management for 13 years until retirement in 2008.

Susan and I were married in 1969. We have 2 sons: Rob (1971) USNA 95, is enjoying his career as a naval aviator and has just
completed his squadron command in HSC-14. Russell (1975) graduated from Penn State and is a Principal with Booz, Allen, Hamil-
ton in the Washington area. Together they have blessed us with 4 grandchildren.
Retirement is excellent--every day! After working for 41 years, I decided that was enough. Susan and I have lived in Knoxville,
TN, very happily for >20 years. She is involved with the Knoxville Museum of Art and is a past-president of its Guild. We live
near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and I am lucky to be able to hike and backpack frequently, and also volunteer on
maintenance projects; President of the Homeowners Association for 13 years (longevity not by choice); completed the southern 250
MI of the Appalachian Trail and look forward to continuing the trek north; enjoy long distance bicycle trips including Velo Loire
across France, the Katy Trail across Missouri, Pittsburgh to DC on the Great Allegheny Passage/C&O Canal, and many shorter trips.
Also continuing to skibut if one lives in TN, airplane travel is part of that experience. Life is good!

Lifelong friends of the highest quality.
Awards Received:
Recognized as National Park Service Volunteer of the Year (Southeast Region) in 2005.
Athletic:
Completed many running races, including 2 marathons. Awards: T-shirts!
Service Awards
2 Legion of Merit, 2 Meritorious Service Medal, 4 Navy Commendation Medal, 1 Navy Achievement Medal, various campaign and
service awards.
Perhaps I was destined to attendthats what I always wanted to do, and was fortunate to win a congressional appointment from
Colorado. I belong to a long line of military service members, including USNA graduates: My grandfather USNA16, retired as a
COL, USMC after 30 years service; my father, USNA43, retired as a CAPT, USN after 30 years service. My son Rob graduated in
USNA95. In 2016, there will have been at least one USNA-commissioned Hawthorne from my family on active duty for >100
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years.

What did I expect? An interesting, stimulating, rewarding career doing work which is important to our country, and the Navy did not
disappoint!
Fifty years--it has seemed like such a short time! We have had a wonderful adventureenjoyable, stimulating and rewarding. A
generous sprinkling of good luck along the way helped. If I were 17 years old, Id go for it again!
Summary
I served exclusively in nuclear submarines and submarine-related shore duty during my 27-year career. Assignments included USS
Henry Clay (SSBN625), USS Mariano G Vallejo (SSBN658), the S3G nuclear power prototype in Ballston Spa, NY, Executive Of-
ficer in USS Bluefish (SSN675), and Commanding Officer of USS Cincinnati (SSN693) and USS Henry M Jackson (SSBN730).
My final job was 4 years as Deputy Director of the Strategic Systems Program Office, responsible for all US and UK submarine-
based Strategic Weapons Systems. After retirement from the Navy, I worked for the operating contractor at the Y-12 National Secu-
rity Complex in Oak Ridge, TN. I spent 13 years there, responsible for Facility and Maintenance Management.
Susan and I were married in 1969 and we have 2 sons. Rob graduated with USNA 95 and is a naval aviator. He has recently com-
pleted his command tour in HSC-14. Russell (Penn State) is a Principal with Booz, Allen, Hamilton in the Washington, DC area.
They have blessed us with 3 granddaughters and a grandson.
Retirement is excellent! After working for 41 years, I decided that was enough. Susan and I have lived very happily in Knoxville
for >20 years. She is involved with the Knoxville Museum of Art and is a past-president of its Guild. We live near the Great
Smoky Mountains National Park and I am lucky to be able to hike and backpack and volunteer frequently. I also enjoy long distance
bicycle trips and skiing with the children/grandchildrenif one lives in TN, airplane travel is part of the experience.
Fifty years seems like such a short time! We have had a wonderful adventureenjoyable, stimulating and rewarding. A generous
sprinkling of good luck along the way helped. If I were 17 years old, Id go for it again!

19th Company
Gerald Keith Jacobs

Service History
1963-67 USNA (19th Company)
67-68 Navy Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA
Flight Training, Pensacola, FL, Meridian, MS, Kingsville, TX
NAS Kingsville, TX
VA-122 Lemoore, CA
VA-27 Lemoore, CA
VX-5, China Lake, CA
VA-113, Lemoore, CA
Naval Air Systems Command, Washington, DC
Naval Air Rework Facility, Jacksonville, FL
Naval Air Systems Command, Washington, DC
Naval Air Engineering Center, Lakehurst, NJ
90-93 Naval Training Systems Center, Orlando, FL
After a Masters Degree in Aerospace Engineering from Monterey, and Na-
val Flight Training in Pensacola, Meridian and Kingsville, I had Fleet Op-
erational experience in Attack Squadron 27, flying A-7E aircraft during the
Viet Nam War. Following an Operational Test and Evaluation tour in VX-
5, I returned to sea duty with VA-113 on a peacetime WestPac cruise. I
became an Aeronautical Engineering Duty Officer, managing programs for
the F404 engine in the F-18, the A-7 Weapons System, Harm Missile and
Air Launch and Recovery equipment (Catapults and Arresting Gear). My
final tour was Battleforce Training Systems. Since retirement, I have been a
student in Marine Biology, a school teacher, and set up a Bar-B-Que restau-
rant.
Interesting, Unusual, or Memorable Life Events

I Married Nancy in 1971. We divorced in 1996 and and then I remarried
Nancy in 2006. We have no kids. I delivered the first two seat A-7 to the
Portuguese Air Force. I was the project officer for the operational testing of the A-7E FLIR pod.
Retired Life
I am active in community and church services. I volunteer to call homebound people for a wellness check. I gather firewood year
round to feed a hungry wood furnace to heat my home. We host relatives for reunions on Bull Shoals Lake. I take care of my mom
who is 89 years old. I was President of Habitat for Humanity in Boca Raton, Fl, Youth counselor, VFW Post Commander,
Church council chairman.
Most Vivid/Fondest Memories of USNA

Competing against the Merchant Marine Academy in sailing. Exchange Weekend at the Air Force Academy. Extended leave to
visit schools in my home area with information about USNA.
Humorous Memories of USNA

Dunking our Plebe Summer instructor after our last parade. Seeing 67 on the stack. We gotta get outa this place during eve-
ning meal formation.
Masters Degree, Aerospace Engineering, Naval Postgraduate School, 1968. Bachelors Degree, Florida Atlantic University, Marine
Biology
Athletic:
Presidential Sports Award, 1992
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Service Awards:
Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal
I wanted to fly jets. I applied for both the Air Force and Naval Academies and was selected for the Naval Academy. Since my fa-
ther was in the Navy in WW II, I was happy to be selected for USNA. My main objective was flight training, but I received so much
more in professional development during the 4 years at the Academy.

The academy experience more that satisfied my expectations. I received training in so many areas that I never anticipated. The
summers were packed with experiences with the surface, amphibious, aviation aspects of the Navy.
Summary
Upon graduation, my first duty station was Naval Postgraduate School, Immediate Masters Program, where I received my Masters in
Aerospace Engineering in nine months. From there to Naval Flight training, a brief tour in Air Traffic Control at NAS Kingsville
before orders to A-7E training in Lemoore, Ca. Flying A-7Es in VA-27 on Enterprise during the Viet Nam war, operational testing
in VX-5, then a peacetime tour in VA-113 on the Ranger. I became an Aeronautical Engineering Duty Officer, managed the F404
engine for the F-18, Navair, Washington, DC. Next was Weapon System Manager for A-7s at NARF Jax, then HARM missile Class
Desk at Navair. Promoted to Captain, NAEC Catapult and Arresting Gear Engineering in Lakehurst, and Training Systems in Or-
lando. Retired in 1993. I was the Project Officer for A-7E FLIR pod operational testing in China Lake. I delivered the first two seat
A-7 to the Portuguese Air Force.
After another Bachelor degree in Marine Biology, taught school, started a Bar-b-que restaurant, moved to Arkansas on Bull Shoals
Lake.
I married Nancy in 1971. We divorced in 1996 and then remarried in 2006. No kids.
Mission trips to Guatemala, Costa Rica. President of Habitat for Humanity in Boca Raton, Fl. Post Commander of VFW in Bull
Shoals, Ark. Youth counselor. Church administrative board chairman.

19th Company
John Jakucyk
Service History
7/67-10/67 TAD at Academy as seamanship and navigation instructor
10/67-5/69 Nuclear Power School, Bainbridge, MD. Reactor Prototype,
West Milton, NY.
Submarine School, Groton, CT.
6/69-9/71 E/IC/RC Division Officer, USS Henry Clay (SSBN-625)
Gold. Charleston, SC and Pearl Harbor, HI.
Received MBA in finance and accounting from Stanford Graduate
School of Business in 1973. Spent most of my career in Chicago in fi-
nancial services money management, mergers and acquisitions, and
valuation of privately held companies. Served as an expert witness in
business valuation legal disputes. In the early 1980s, worked 8 years
for Holiday Inns, Inc. in Memphis, TN, as Director of Investor Relations
and also Assistant Treasurer.

I discovered, while attending my 40th high school reunion in High
Bridge, NJ, that I was the first person from my county (yes, county) to
attend the Naval Academy.

In 1969 married my high school sweetheart, the former Mary Alpaugh,
in our hometown of High Bridge, NJ. Have two boys: Jeffrey, an archi-
tect in Cincinnati and Justin, a contractor in the intelligence field near
DC. We have one grandson, Josh.
How is retired life going and how do you currently spend your
time?
I unapologetically loaf, read books, watch too much television and play golf.

I was the only person in the class to graduate with no demerits and didn't have any during Plebe Summer, either.

Mooning wars.
Awards Received
Letter of Commendation for graduating with no demerits.
Made Supes List 6 of 8 semesters.
Athletic
Played on undefeated Plebe Baseball team
When I was 16-years old, I thought I wanted to be a career military officer. It seemed that going to one of the Academies would be
the best route, assuming I could get into one.

Since I left the navy after 4 just years in, lets just say I am proud to be a graduate and am amazed at how much respect people show
for my having gone to USNA.
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Summary
Following graduation, where I may have been the first person to run out of the stadium after tossing our caps in the air, stayed at the
Academy four months on TAD as a seamanship and navigation instructor. Completed Nuclear Power training program and Sub
School and then served on USS Henry Clay (SSBN-625) Gold as E/IC/RC Division Officer. Left the Navy in 1971 to obtain MBA
degree from Stanford Graduate School of Business. First civilian job was as a portfolio manager at Harris Trust & Savings Bank in
Chicago. Spent almost my entire career in various financial service positions in the Windy City including money management,
mergers and acquisitions, and valuation of privately-held companies. When I retired in 2000, I was in charge of all of what is now
JP Morgans personal trust and investment advisory accounts in Wisconsin. Moved south that year to the Pinehurst, NC, area to play
golf, read a lot and enjoy the warm weather. A bad back has since limited my efforts on the links.
In 1969 married my high school sweetheart, the former Mary Alpaugh, in our hometown of High Bridge, NJ. Have two boys: Jef-
frey, an architect in Cincinnati and Justin, a contractor in the intelligence field near DC. We have one grandson, Josh.

19th Company
Ronald R. Jauch
Service History
1963-67 USNA
1967-69 DCA, USS Arnold J. Isbell (DD-869), Long Beach, CA, de-
ployed to Viet Nam 1968-69
1969-71 Ops Officer and Navigator, USS Cadmus (AR-14), Newport,
RI
Civilian Job History

1971-77 Managed Economy Office Supply & Printing Company
1978 Received M.S. in Finance from California State University North-
ridge
1977-83 Asst. Supt. of Business for Conejo Valley Unified School Dis-
trict
1983-85 CFO for Les Young & Assoc. and Dunnwright Furniture
1985-95 VP Finance and CFO for Erskine-Johns Company
1995 Retired
2000-2002 Consulted with HO Sports as acting COO
Public Service
1974-84 Youth and Club soccer coach (CA State Champions and Western State Champions)
1980-88 School board member of Las Virgenes Unified School District
2005-2013 President and Member of the Wheatland Historical Society
Current member/volunteer of four local non-profit boards
After leaving the Navy in 1971, and after the heart attack of my father-in-law, I ran a family owned office supply and printing com-
pany. With the help of the GI Bill, I went back to school to obtain an MS in Finance. In 1977 I began a career in corporate finance.

Jamie and I married in 2006, have five sons between us and six wonderful grand children between the ages of 8 and 15. My oldest
son Kevin was in the class of 1990, and a starter on the Navy soccer team. Kevin left USNA after his youngster year. He and his
wife Kris are now a middle school math teacher and middle school librarian living in Clovis, CA. Jamies son Derek and daughter-
in-law Jessica have a law practice in both Seattle, WA and Malibu, CA and reside in Malibu, CA. Son Brian graduated from UCSB,
and lives in Boulder, CO. Hes in sales for a water meter manufacturer (smart meters). Son Cory works at a lumber mill and lives in
Quincy, CA. Son John David graduated from Whitman College and was just elected to a four-year term as Blaine County, ID Treas-
urer, and lives in Ketchum, Idaho.
Jamie is still working as a tax practitioner. Our free time is spent between grandchildren, hiking, playing paddle tennis, duplicate
bridge, travel (we have thoroughly enjoyed traveling with eight couples of 67 classmates the past several years), and volunteer or-
ganizations. We have written and self-published two books for the Wheatland Historical Society and one personal genealogy book.

Plebe year was a nightmare. Being known as the smiling plebe did not go over well with the 2nd class squad leaders. One high-
light of plebe year was being ordered into a bridge game that was in need of a fourth with Bruce Kenton, Roger Staubach and Steve
Zabo. A bad memory was having 145 demerits before Christmas my senior year. Remember that with 150, you could be dis-
missed? Summer cruises and Pensacola were good memories as was escorting Miss Denmark during the Miss Universe visit to the
Academy during 2nd class summer. And as for most of us, President Kennedys address to our class at induction was a highlight of
my Plebe beginnings, and his assassination was a horrific memory we all share.
1. Why did you elect to attend USNA and what were your expectations.
I was recruited by Wayne Hardin from a small farm town in Northern California, and had no expectations that I would attend the
Academy other than my obtaining an education and getting out of town. Little did I know that I was very lucky to even have been
appointed.
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2. Did the academy experience satisfy your expectations?

The academy was a wonderful experience, exceeded my expectations, and helped prepare me for later life. The hard work required
proved instrumental in preparing me for my working life and the reputation of the Academy opened doors throughout my working
career. The life and travel during my time in the Navy was a bonus. If I had a different first tour, with a skipper I respected as much
as I did my second tour CO, I may have stayed in the Navy as my career.
Summary
My naval career included serving on the Arnold J. Isbell (DD 869) and the USS Cadmus (AR-14) with a tour to Viet Nam in late
1968 and early 1969. I left the Navy to join a family office supply and printing business. I took over the business in 1972 after the
heart attack of my father-in-law. My first wife Teri and I were married in 1968 and raised our three sons in Agoura Hills, CA.
My financial Management career began after receiving an MS in Finance in 1978. I began working in the local public
schools. Within two years I was promoted to the Asst. Superintendent of Business in the Conejo Valley Unified School District
made up of 29 schools serving Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, and Westlake Village. I was elected to the Las Virgenes School
Board in 1980 and 1984 where my kids went to school. After spending too many working hours with labor unions, negotiations,
state mediation, public hearings, board meetings, etc. I decided to go back to the private sector.
My private sector career culminated in serving as CFO and VP of Finance for the Erskine Johns Company, a distribution company in
the composites industry. Our customers were manufactures of boats, spas, medical devices, computer boards, water and snow skis,
truck caps, auto parts, swimming pools, etc.
I retired when our company was sold to a national NYSE firm in 1995. With kids out of the house and divorced, I decided to leave
SoCal for the Sierras. Jamie and I met in 2002, were married in 2006, and now live in Nevada City, CA where we enjoy grand kids,
bridge, travel, paddle tennis, & hiking.

19th Company
Sergei M Kowalchik
Service History
1963 67: USNA
1967 69: Flight Training Pensacola, Meridian. Pensacola, Kingsville
1969 69: VA-125 (A-4 RAG) NAS Lemoore CA as A4 Replacement
Pilot
1969 69: VSF-1 (A-4C) NAS Alameda CA; FNG; 8 week NATO North
Atlantic Deployment aboard USS Independence; squadron
decommissioned
1969 - 70: VA-144 (A-4F) NAS Lemoore CA; A/C Division Officer; West
Pac Combat Deployment aboard USS Bon Homme Richard;
squadron decommissioned
1971 - 73: VA-125 (A-7 A/B RAG) NAS Lemoore CA as A7 A/B Instruc-
tor Pilot & Weapons Instructor - to include Light Attack
Weapons School
1973 - 76: VA-215 (A-7 B) Lemoore CA; Safety Department Head; two
full West Pac Deployments; one 7 week (plus work-ups)
Pineapple Cruise (Hawaii area) to demonstrate Secretary
Kissingers surge carrier capability concept; all onboard
USS Oriskany Squadron selected for CNO Safety Award
1976-78: COMSEABASEDWINGSLANT NAS Jacksonville FL; Flag Secretary
1978 - 81: USS Nimitz Norfolk VA; Assistant Air Operations Officer (interim Air Operations), Command Affairs Officer. One
Mediterranean + Indian Ocean Deployment, where embarked and launched 8 H-53 helicopters for failed Iran Hostage
Rescue, 144 days at sea port-to-port departing Naples Italy January 3 & docking Norfolk Memorial Day 1980; one 8
week (plus work-ups) NATO North Atlantic Deployment; Norfolk Naval Shipyard Availability; 4 month partial Medi-
terranean Deployment, to include shoot down of Libyan A/C; 35 months aboard, thanks to 3 extensions
1981 - 84: USCINCLANT Norfolk VA; Nuclear Weapons Monitoring (Assistant & Officer)
1985 - 87: USS Coral Sea; Weapons Department Head, Ship Security Officer; Mediterranean Deployment, to include 1986 retalia-
tion attack on Libya Coral Sea target Benghazi airport; had never heard of Benghazi beforeand didnt expect to
ever hear of it again
1987 90: USCINCLANT Norfolk VA; J63 in charge of Atlantic Commands Special Access Programs
Rather than cash in all the (exotic and very expensive) clearances from last active duty tour managing black projects for a 4 Star
staff, and seek moving over to a large DoD contractor, decided had had enough with huge enterprises. Instead, preferred to try my
luck with finding something more personal. After more than a year of several misses, socially met a person that had had great suc-
cess having started a small (micro in the vernacular) satellite communications services company for the US domestic market; a busi-
ness he had sold for a very substantial sum several years prior, and was essentially set financially. However, he had an idea/concept
for an opportunity; more specifically, be an early mover in the infant market of providing international satellite communications ser-
vices to customers in Latin America, using the first private international satellite in orbit. Was I interested? It was presented to be a
participatory relationship - read no salary, a piece of the action; having nothing better on the horizon, I agreed. Background: from
the very early days, international services via satellite were the sole province (de-facto monopoly) of a treaty-based international
organization named Intelsat, founded and owned by several countries including the United States. Into this mix, an American entre-
preneur named Rene Anselmo owner of a US based international Spanish entertainment TV network who was encountering major
difficulties getting reasonably priced international satellite transmission bandwidth met up with an independent Washington lawyer
who had written a business plan titled PanAmSat for her MBA thesis at UCLA, and was seeking financial backing. It was a plan for
seeking the authorization, acquisition, launch, deployment and monetization of a private satellite for providing international service.
After much preliminary and barrier-breaking ground work, coupled with intense lobbying, approval was secured from the FCC for
the launch of PanAmSats PAS-1 satellite in June 1988 to a previously acquired geosynchronous orbit slot. Now came the hard part
for PanAmSat: developing the infrastructure and network for obtaining paying customers within the satellites footprint throughout
the Americas. This is where our venture fit into the pictureand fate smiled on our bootstrap operation, allowing it to grow. I even-
tually decided it was time to consider moving on, given some nepotism related personnel issues within the company. Serendipi-
tously, an unsought (superior) opportunity materialized, which is what brought me to South Florida in September 98. It consisted of
becoming CTO (Chief Technology Officer) and COO of a Telecommunications Holding Company, with four wholly owned subsidi-
ary operating companies located in Panama, Ecuador, Venezuela and Miami with customers throughout the continent. In 2002 the
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Chairman and majority stockholder of the group decided he wanted to leave telecom, and chose to sell the companies piecemeal. At
this time, rather than seek a lateral move to another company, I decided to start my own company. Still have the company, but it has
been (voluntarily) inactive for the past two years.

Hard to pick a few. Seems those terms describe much of my crazy life.

First wife Patricia Haun - and I were married in July 1968; we had two children. The older child, a daughter, is an architect who is
a graduate of Catholic University in Washington DC. She, her husband and their two boys live in Annapolis MD; the older boy just
graduated Middle School at St. Marys where his father is a Professor, the younger one is still pre-school. The younger child, a son,
is an engineer (EE, Physics Minor) graduate of Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester MA, and has lived in Boston since
graduation. Within five years of graduation, he left the comfort and security of a great job and (likely) assured future career in the
tech industry, to start his first company. Three companies later, his current one, has just been purchased actually; more like
merged, since everyone remains in place - for an obscene sum of money. He and his bride Juliet MBA from MIT are expecting
their first child later this year. Met my current wife Marshall Byrum on July 1, 1980 in Virginia Beach VA after returning (on
Memorial Day) from the aforementioned Nimitz deployment that was culminated by the 144 days at seaand which during its last
portion, my first wife had informed me that she was seeking a divorce. Marshall and I were married on December 31, 1983 [my
choice of date a) difficult to forget; b) there is usually a party somewhere]and the 10 or so year interim up to today, has been
an absolute hoot!
Pretty good. Stay busy with being President of the Board of Directors of my 314 unit Key Biscayne condominium; serve on the Mi-
ami-Dade County Military Affairs Advisory Board, representing the County Commissioner from District 7; am a member of Ameri-
can Legion Post 374and finally after 8 years, was able to pass off the job of Finance Officer to someone else for this coming year.
Am also very involved with International Chili Society (ICS) chili cookoffs; became involved in 1981 as a cook, and my team - No
Dirtballs Allowed Chili Team was quite noticeable since myself - plus any other Navy team member would cook in our Summer
Whites. We enjoyed success in that during 12 years of active cooking, qualified for the annual World Championship Chili Cookoff
(WCCC) eight times, made Finals Table four timesand in 1986, had the good fortune to place 3 rd in the World. In 1993, retired
from active cooking; and since then, have been involved on the other side of the stove by helping out at cookoffs. For the past 10
plus years, have been Chief Judge (and my bride Chief Scorekeeper) at roughly ten World Championship Chili Cookoff qualifying
cookoffs per year; we also travel to the WCCC and help out as needed, to include judging and scorekeeping

Ill limit it to one sequence: one that represents (negative) vivid, (positive) vivid, and fondest. After barely surviving 4 (earned) hours
of Plebe Summer ED with those psychotic and sadistic cross country runners, I pretty much knew that I probably didnt have it in me
to do that again; so became extra careful. Subsequent, I am notified that I have two (2) separate validation exams at the same time,
and in different places; I go to the Batt. Office for guidance and they instruct me to select one exam and go take it, the other would
be rescheduled. I do as directedand of course, am put on report for missing a scheduled validation exam. When I again go to the
Batt. Office to inquire/clarify, I get an oh well Reserve Salute. Another four hours of torture; this time totally undeserved, and
Im not sure I can actually get through it. In the interim while agonizingly waiting for the Form 2 to be processed, we get told for all
of us to report to T Court. For what? No clue; you just do as told. Now on T court, a black limo goes by and up the ramp; bands play,
and Uncle Charlie introduces President Kennedy WOW am I impressed! Cool Speech by the President; Three Cheers for the
Commander in Chief; President Kennedy returns to the microphoneand grants amnesty to all those who might need it. Must have
taken at least 5 seconds for all that to sink infollowed by euphoria resulting in at least the doubling of my volume and enthusiasm
during the cheering for the Commander In Chief! Imagine! My unfair and undeserved punishment has been wiped out by the Presi-
dent of the United Statesfor all I know even today, he may have saved my Navy career that August afternoon

Way far too many to cull.
I believe that I can safely claim to be the only member of the Class of 67, who in a four year period: a) wore stars, b) was on the
Deans List, and c) went before the Academic Board (plus RADM Kaufman) at the end of first semester, First Class year
Athletic
Member of the undefeated Plebe Soccer Team. Carry-on from the end of the season till Christmas Leaveand was sweating bul-
lets during the final moments of 63 Army-Navy. Even if I rated it, there was no way was I about to carry-on if we lost my Mom
didnt raise a fool

19th Company
Service Awards
2 DMSMs; Air Medal with 7 Strike Flight Awards, NCM.
Uniform Device
Naval Aviator Wings
My attending USNA, was the result of an unlikely and totally unanticipated confluence of events; so pretending to verbalize what at
the time I expected to obtain from attending, would be fatuous at best on my part. On the other hand; it has been clear to me for a
long time, that some higher power must have been looking out for meand must have had something to do with the hugely improb-
able alignment that resulted in a: why not; what do I have to lose; Ill go ahead and give it a try decision

Following-up on the above answer to question 1, the term expectations indicates a level of planning (and perhaps maturity) that is
just not me as to makeup and approach to life. An approach that if I were to attempt describing, would be more on the order of taking
things as they come, make choices and decisions, then try to optimize and enjoy. Long term goals have always been more akin to
ephemeral and hazy visions; visions which if anything lived in a subconscious background, rather than in everyday consciousness.
Yet fascinatingly; many have been the times of quasi-epiphany (for lack of a better term) type experienceswhere a wow, this
what I have always wanted realization occurs, and begets thanks to a higher authority for the gift.
Summary
Reported flight training; pursued jet pipeline; received wings early 1969. West Coast Light Attack Community, flying the A-4 Sky-
hawk and the A-7 Corsair II; tours on both sea and shore duty squadrons, home based primarily in NAS Lemoore CA. During this 7
year period, 5 deployments aboard three CVs USS Independence (1), USS Bon Homme Richard (1) and USS Oriskany (3), - in-
cluded: one combat deployment in 1970 aboard Bon Homme Richard.
Reported to a shore based staff in NAS Jacksonville FL, for two year tour as Flag Secretary.
Assistant Air Operations Officer aboard USS Nimitz, home ported in Norfolk VA. Tour entailed 3 deployments. One deployment
that included the Indian Ocean launch of the helicopters for the 1980 Iran Hostage Rescue attempt, where the ship/air wing spent 144
days port-to-port departing Naples IT on January 3, and arriving Norfolk on Memorial Day 1980. Another deployment, which in-
volved the downing of the Libyan aircraft in 1983.
Reported to Staff of USCINCLANT Norfolk VA, for the first of two joint tours - Nuclear Operations Management. The second tour
was as J63; in charge of the Atlantic Commands Special Access Programs a tour from which I retired from the Navy.
Splitting the above staff tours; Weapons Department Head aboard USS Coral Sea, home ported in Norfolk. Tour included a Mediter-
ranean Deployment, where Coral Sea was part of the 1986 retaliation to Libyas Colonel Gadhafi; her target was the Benghazi air-
field.
Post retirement; pursued providing integrated international satellite communications services, primarily to Latin America, as partner
in a full service telecommunications start-up company. Subsequently, moved to South Florida as a result of an opportunity. Follow-
ing; founded my own company.
Living in Key Biscayne FL since September 1998; married over 30 years to Marshall Byrum; 2 grown children from first marriage.
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John Clyde Millen
John was born 9 September 1941 in Landour, India, where his father was an agricultural missionary. He
served with the Naval Reserve and earned an AA Degree from Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois, in
1963 prior to attending the Naval Academy. In the 13th and then 19th Companies, John earned the highest per-
sonal regard and unconditional trust from all who knew him for his kindness, maturity, integrity of the highest
order, consistent good humor, generosity, competence, and modesty.
Upon graduation, John was commissioned in the United States Marine Corps and served at Camp Hansen,
Okinawa, and HQ USMC. He left active duty and followed his calling to the Virginia Theological Seminary,
graduating in 1974 with a Masters in Divinity. Johns religious devotion, positive approach, patience and
natural leadership made Father John a rare and cherished priest. He served the Episcopal Church in many ca-
pacities before becoming Rector at Holy Nativity Episcopal Church in Honolulu from 1989-2002. After ill-
ness forced his semi-retirement in 2002, he continued to serve Hawaii Episcopal churches throughout the Dio-
cese through 2007. John never lost his love for the Naval Academy and served as the area coordinator for
Blue and Gold officers. He believed passionately in the power of the Naval Academy as an opportunity for
young people to excel, and often said that attending the academy was the most important experience of his life.
His final church was St. Georges Episcopal Church, located just outside Pearl Harbor, serving military com-
munities on the island of Oahu.
The Rev. John Clyde Millen, loving husband, father, grandfather, and pastor died on 20 December 2007 at St.
Francis Hospice-West, Ewa Beach, HI after a brave battle with leukemia. He was 66 years old.
John is survived by Priscilla, his wife of 42 years; children; Scot Millen and wife Cindy; Laura Millen Hurley
and husband Rick Hurley; Chad Millen and wife Dawn: Kate Millen; and 5 grandchildren.
John was laid to rest in the PunchbowlNational Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, 12 January 2008 on a
perfect day for the celebration of his life. In the words of his son Scot read at Johns memorial service, Papa
John was a New Testament man. He loved the Lord, loved his neighbors, and didnt let all of the rules get in
his way. Dad lived a life of love and service: God, family, church, and country.

19th Company
Mike OHearn
Service History
USNPGS 1976-1978
XO/CO HS-9 1981-1984
CO Helwingres1986-1987
XO Coral Sea
CO USS IWO JIMA 1990-1991
Retired fall of 1994
Worked as government contractor from 1994-2012second retirement

Starting in 1991, knowing my Naval Career had peaked , became very
involved in my neighborhood (Larchmont), church and community.
This engagement gave me great satisfaction and connectivity to a com-
munity-something I have missed sorely since leaving my cozy home
town of Manitowoc Wis.

I have a lovely wife Maria and three wonderful Children-Casey, Thalia
and Alexi. Thalia is married to a great guy-Matt Serino. As of this point
in time we have no Grandchildren.
time?
Retirement is super and I fill the time with volunteer work , golf, tennis and bridge

Summer Cruises and graduation

Ward room atmosphere Senior Year
Earned an MBA at USNPGSconsidered myself blessed to have graduated from USNA
Athletic
Played company and Battalion intramurals.
I wanted to be a Naval Aviator and thought that USNA would be a great place to start the process toward achieving that goal.

The Naval Academy taught me how to be a solid confident Division Officer.
I loved the Navy because of the people that I worked with. Their word was their bond and I had many experiences where that trust
and commitment were put to the test My second career in Defense contracting was rewarding from the standpoint of delivering
quality products to the Fleet but it paled In comparison to flying In combat and striving for mastery of the sea.
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Summary
Following graduation from the U.S. Naval Academy I embarked from there on a 28 year career in the Navy. I became a Naval
Aviator and my career was highlighted by tours in Viet Nam and Desert Storm where I served as Commanding Officer of USS Iwo
Jima. Following my retirement from the Navy I worked for several government contractor companies and retired from GDAIS, a
software and systems engineering company.
I have been very active in the civilian community throughout the past twenty years I am past President and Chairman of the Board of
Governors of the Larchmont Edgewater Civic League as well as past President and member of the board of Governors for the Ameri-
can Hellenic and Education Association. I currently serve the Navy League as a member of the Board of Governors acting as the Sea
Cadet Liaison Officer. For the past 8 years I have been an active member of the Lafayette Wetlands partnership and am currently the
Chairman of the City of Norfolk Recreation Parks and Open Space Commission. I have recently been appointed to the board of the
Norfolk Historical Society and the Military Economic Development Advisory Committee.

19th Company
Jim Potts
Service History
1963-1967: USNA (19th Company)
1967-1968: Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA
1968: Nuclear Power School, Bainbridge, MD
1968-1969: Submarine School, Groton, CT
1969-1971: USS Thomas Edison, FBM submarine
1971-1973: Naval Prototype Training Instructor, Windsor, CT
1973-2006: Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco), Washington, DC
Hired by Pepco as a nuclear operations engineer in 1973. After cancella-
tion of the nuclear power plant project in 1978, served in many areas of
pepco, including Executive Assistant to the Chairman and CEO. Retired
on December 31, 2006 as Vice President Safety and Environment. Dur-
ing my employment, I served on various Boards including a New York Stock Exchange company and was Audit Committee Chair-
man for that company.

While at Pepco, served on the Boards of several environmental organizations, including a New York Stock Exchange listed com-
pany. Traveled frequently to many parts of the USA. Most memorable event was a hot air balloon ride in Sedona, AZ. Learned to
play the drum set around year 2000 and played on the churchs worship team. Have been teaching adult Sunday School for about the
last ten years.

Barbara and I were married in December 1967. We have two sons and a daughter. One son and daughter are married, giving us 6
grandchildren between the 2 of them. Ours sons and daughter are located throughout the U.S. giving us ample opportunities to travel
for visits.
I retired Dec 31, 2006. Ive been serving on the Boards of several non-profit organizations, including Welcome Home Troops
reaching out to returning service men and women. My greatest joy is teaching adult Sunday school at our local church.

The 1963 Army-Navy game. Youngster cruise to Copenhagen, LeHarve, and Portsmouth. Teaching incoming plebes during their
plebe summer. Folk music concerts at the field house.

The one memory that comes to mind is that of the plebe Tea Fights. I always thought the whole concept of busing in girls to stand
in line and be paired with a random plebe was humorous. I never was fond of the girl I was paired with. So I discovered many
ways/excuses to find another partner.
MS Mathematics, US Naval Postgraduate School; Executive Business MBA Program, Norheastern University
I could not afford to go to college. So my parents suggested applying to the academy. It turns out that I received a congressional
appointment (without any connections) and was accepted. My goal was to obtain all the education I could while in the navy. I had a
double major and was in the first class to participate in the new immediate masters program in Monterey. As part of my desire to
get all the education possible, I applied and was accepted into the nuclear power program.

Yes. The academic life was rigorous and fulfilling. The education was not only a big part of my successful tour in the nuclear
power submarine program, but it also gave me a great advantage in my civilian career. The self-discipline learned there also served
me well.
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Summary
Upon graduation from USNA, I travelled to Monterey, CA to obtain an MS degree in mathematics. Those 9 months were the most
enjoyable of my Naval career. Barbara and I were married in December and spent four months together in Monterey before going to
Nuclear Power School. We still travel back to Monterey frequently. I spent 5 years in the nuclear submarine program then was
hired by Potomac Electric Power Company in the summer of 1973.
At Pepco, I travelled to many locations in the US we still go back to some of those. I retired on January 1, 2007 as Vice President,
Safety & Environment. I had numerous different positions over the years, including Vice President Production with a $80 million
budget and 1500 people. During this time I served on several corporate boards, both non-profit and for-profit. I also served on steer-
ing committees for the Edison Electric Institute (nuclear power and environment) and the Electric Power Research Institute
(environment) and received an Environment Sector Award from EPRI for my service.
I never looked back after retiring. Barbara and I have been fortunate to travel both inside and outside the US. Sedona, AZ is a favor-
ite location as well as the Tuscany region in Italy. We enjoy our home on the water where weve lived for 29 years. When not trav-
elling, I keep busy serving on several boards for non-profit organizations and teaching adult Sunday school on a weekly basis. We
are in good health and are excited about where God is leading us.

19th Company
Don Gaylen Priest

Service History:
1963 67: USNA (13th and 19th Companies)
1967 USNA Navigation Dept. Sailing Instructor, summer TAD.
1967 69: Naval Aviation Training Command, Various locations, re-
ceived wings 1/1969
1969: NAS New Orleans. TAD Recruiting in T-34B.
1969: VF-124, NAS Miramar, CA; F-8 Training as Fleet Replacement
Pilot
1969 71: VF-194, NAS Miramar, CA. F-8 Pilot, Legal, Maintenance.
1970 71: Embarked in USS Oriskany (CVA-34); 2 combat cruises,
SEA. 139 combat flights.
1971 73: VF-124 and VFP-63, NAS Miramar, CA. F-8 Instructor,
Weapons, Schedules.
1973: Transferred to Naval Reserve
1973 83: TACRON, NAS North Island, CA. Flying T-28 and S-2F.
1983: Retired from USNR with rank of LCDR.
1973 - Hired by air freight airline - Flying Tiger Line (FTL). Flew the B-747, DC8-63, and B-727. Nine years as 747 First Officer,
then Captain on 727 and DC-8. Retired from FTL, then became a General Contractor, Park City, Utah, building spec homes and re-
modeling condos. Started "Rosemary's Ski Condos" (still at it!) managing and renting condos in Park City/Deer Valley, Utah. Teach
skiing, and give snowshoe and backcountry tours as part of the ski business.

Flying the F-8 Crusader top of the list. Ski Bum in Aspen, CO during furlough from Flying Tigers two winters '75 '77. Flying Tiger
TAD living in Libya for Haj in '82: had an AK-47 stuck in my stomach for jogging in a restricted area. Flying around the world with
FTL on 15 day trips. Six weeks living in Palau, Micronesia, diving/fishing/camping. Wreck diving Japanese ships in Truk Lagoon.
Annual winter yurt trips into backcountry with Rosemary to escape the world. Completed 50 years of 'running the rocks' at USNA.
Flying an F-8J up Severn River low level, turning up Stribling, flying over T-Court in burner during a noon meal formation '72.

Rosemary and I were married in 1995. Rosemary graduated UCSB, a career Delta Air flight attendant of over 37 years, and a won-
derful person to be with. I have one son, Jeff, residing in San Diego.
We split our time between Lake Hartwell, GA (summer) and Park City, UT (winter). Summers on the lake sailing, rowing, paddling,
and swimming. Winters running the ski business. Still running/jogging.

Plebe year ('63) Army-Navy game: screaming with the rest of the more than 100,000 in the stadium and hoping Army didnt get off
another play on the goal line of Navy.
Learning of the President Kennedy assassination while walking to the wrestling loft and the sense of deep loss expressed by the en-
tire Brigade.
Strawberries and ice cream for breakfast, cannonballs for dinner.
Shoving out, sitting on the green bench and clamping on.
Chriss hamburger subs on the weekends.
Ring Dance, June 1966.
An F-4 Phantom low level up Stribling over T-Court during a noon meal formation.
Taking delivery of my first car ('66 Pontiac LeMans), slightly ahead of schedule, summer of '66.
Tossing the Midshipman covers graduation morning, 7 June 1967.
Summer of '67 sailing at USNA and living with several of my Company Mates.

Sitting in the gutters on the roof of Bancroft with Classmates drinking beer and eating a sub while looking out over T-Court.
Flying a Confederate flag from the mizzen of a yawl. (It was not funny at the time!).
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With G.K. Jacobs: Putting stereo speakers in the windows of Room 4460 after taps and blasting the Animal's "We Gotta Get Out Of
This Place" into a darkened T-Court and hearing the responsive catcalls and cheers.
Getting only a 'warning' by a state trooper when over the wall speeding to the drag house early AM on Graduation day.
Memories of USNA:
Plebe year Army game.
Learning of President Kennedy's assassination while walking to the wrestling loft.
Shoving out, the green bench, and clamping on.
Watching an F-4 Phantom low level up Stribling to T-Court during noon meal formation, knowing I was going to do that one day.
Taking delivery of my first car ('66 Pontiac LeMans).
Graduation, 7 June 1967.
Summer of '67 sailing at USNA and living with several Company Mates.
Sitting on the Bancroft roof at night with Classmates, drinking beer, eating subs while looking over T-Court.
Flying a Confederate flag from a yawl. (not funny at the time!).
With G.K. Jacobs: putting speakers in the windows of Room 4460 after taps and blasting the Animal's "We Gotta Get Out Of This
Place" into T-Court and hearing catcalls and cheers.
Life Events: Flying the F-8 Crusader. During Flying Tigers TAD in Libya, had an AK-47 stuck in my stomach for jogging in a re-
stricted area. Flying around the world with FTL on 15 day trips. Six weeks in Palau diving/fishing/camping. Wreck diving Truk La-
goon. Fifty years of "running the rocks" at USNA. Finally flying an F-8 low level, up Stribling, over T-Court in burner during noon
meal formation '72.
Service Awards
5 Air Medals.
Uniform Device
Naval Aviator Wings
My Father's service as a QM2 on the USS Boston in WWII. A desire to fly planes from a carrier. A desire not to work at a paper mill
in Louisiana.

USNA lifted me from the bayous and segregated life of Louisiana into a new world and opened the door to a lifetime of great experi-
ences and very importantthe friendship of Classmates spanning over a half century. Serving my Country flying in SEA and train-
ing other pilots to do the same is even more meaningful to me now.
Summary
Flew the F-8 in Vietnam, embarked USS Oriskany; then an F-8 instructor, Miramar. Began career at Flying Tiger Line flying B-747
and DC-8. Retired as Captain. Built homes in Park City, Utah while starting a ski condo rental/management company. Married the
most wonderful Rosemary, a career Delta Flight Attendant, 1995. One grown son, Jeff. We split our time between Park City and
Lake Hartwell, GA. Winters are spent teaching skiing, and giving snowshoe tours, part of the ski business. Summers on the lake sail-
ing, rowing, and swimming.

19th Company
Richard Pierce Renka

Service History
USS Skylark 1968 New London
Leary DD-879 1968-1969
John McCain DDG-36 as missile officer
Doctor of Medicine

Establishing an inpatient Psychiatric unit in Rapid City, S.D. and acting
as Medical Director 25 years 80 hours per week

Blind date with Mary Sargeant 1979; took over office in emergency
situation and remained until (her) retirement in 2014
time?
No retirement for me. Miss the practice if off for a single week.

The gallows humor of beleaguered midshipmen

same as above
Awards Received: American Psychiatric Association-

Nancy Roeske teaching award
Academic Awards:
MD
Service Awards
I was alive in 65, Viet Nam service, Expert Rifle, Expert Pistol
1. Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "obtain from attending ?
Study engineering and run ships

Yes, got my fill of engineering and still use some of it. Design stuff and have a machine shop. While Walter Kronkite was giving
away the Viet Nam war I decided to become a Psychiatrist. Why in Hell do people do the things they do!?
Summary
Post graduation, I was a Line Tactics Instructor for the new second class. This was based on 3 years of experience at the Academy
including command. That later proved valuable in the South China Sea in 1968 when I was assigned to the U.S.S. Leary, DD-879.
Our role in the Vietnam Theater was tour bombardment, patrolling the north SAR station and screening carriers. Our Second World
War vintage destroyers could barely keep up with the carriers and during submarine search turns, there was a premium on executing
the solution correctly. In a sister squadron, one of the cans didnt make it and was bisected just forward of the superstructure.
Thereafter, the COs lost a quite a bit of sleep during night ops.
I was next assigned to DDG-36, the John McCain, as Missile Officer. I completed my service there and returned to Texas for Baylor
College of Medicine. Upon graduation from the Baylor Psychiatry Residency Program, I followed a residency mate to Rapid City,
South Dakota, and set up shop. I was handed a chemical dependency program to manage and began building a psychiatric service.
Within a few years, this turned into a freestanding hospital of which I was Medical Director for 25 years. I then retired to outpatient
practice only in 2002. Due to the depth and variety of former experience, I treat patients of all ages and diagnoses. I have become
the de facto expert on developmental disabilities in western South Dakota and find that quite gratifying.
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Teaching has also been a part of my experience and I hold a national teaching award for medical student psychiatric education.
Early in the practice, an office manager moved on to other pursuits. My girlfriend at the time, Mary Sargeant, who happened to be
an English Major, volunteered to manage the practice. She did so until her retirement this year and of course, we married.
Now 70 years of age, I have no desire to ever stop doing exactly what I am doing. Nor would the community allow retirement with-
out a fight. So long as I can ride a bicycle once in awhile and all is well, I would consider this a satisfying life.

19th Company
Bob Rodgers
After graduation, Bob went to Pensacola, earned his wings and qualified in Huey heli-
copters. Before long he found himself as a Seawolf pilot in Vietnam, where he earned
several air medals and a Distinguished Flying Cross.
After Viet Nam he left the service and attended Louisiana State University, where he
attained a master's degree in marketing. He settled in southwestern Louisiana and
became an important part of the community, serving in various capacities as soccer
coach, referee and league manager. He worked in the local auto industry as a Cus-
tomer Service Manager for Lake Charles Toyota for more than 15 years and was well
regarded both as a businessman and a customer advocate. One of Bobs real pas-
sions was disk golf, also known as Frisbee golf. He not only played but also worked
to get a high quality disk golf course in Lake Charles, and he was highly successful.
Today the Bob Rodgers Memorial Disk Golf Course is on the map and one of the high-
lights of a trip to Lake Charles. This well played course bears tribute to how much
Bob was respected and loved by his family and the community.
He passed away on 19 November 2010. He will be most remembered as a devoted

husband to his wife of 41 years, Susan, father of daughter, Erin and son Colin and
grandfather to three, who had an overwhelming love for his family.
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John T Sheldon
Service History
1962 63: E-1 USNR (inactive)
1963 67: USNA (19th Company)
1967: - DCA School, Philadelphia, PA
1967 69: USS HARTLEY (DE 1029)
1969 70: USS HUNTERDON COUNTY (LST 838) in country RVN
1970 - 72: Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA (MS in Com-
puter Systems Management)
1972 - 73: Department Head School, Destroyer School, Newport, RI
1973 - 75: USS KOELSCH (FF 1049) Engineer Officer, Mideast
Cruise, ROH, Changed designator to Engineering Duty Officer
(ED)
1975-78: SUPSHIP NEWPORT NEWS -
1978 - 80: Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA (MS in Me-
chanical Engineering)
1980 - 83: USS AJAX (AR 6) Repair Officer
1983 - 86: Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Code 331 Assistant Repair Supt
(Surface)
1986 88: SUPSHIP PORTSMOUTH VA, Repair Officer
Having gained my P.E. license mid-career, I was pretty well set up for a
future-life chasing all things mechanical and electrical. Following re-
tirement from the Navy, I worked for the steam company in Baltimore
for six years. I then opened my own engineering consultant company while intermittently being employed by other engineering firms
for about ten years. In 2009, I started up a general construction firm and thus far we have been awarded $25M in bid work from the
VA.

Importantly to us, my wifes brother, Paul Jurgens a former Marine and a Police Office for the Port Authority Police Department of
NY/NJ died at the World Trade Center On 9/11/01. He was one of the many police officers and firefighters who ran into the build-
ing when most people were running out trying to get away. 72 police officers died that day. Before his death, Paul took a great deal
of interest in Army Navy football games... We went to virtually every game during the 90s seeing Navy mostly lose. He would
have enjoyed the Navy football turnaround after 2001. We miss him

Alice and I were married 1/6/68 and had three children. Our oldest, Trish, is a 4 th grade teacher in Manassas. John is a payroll ana-
lyst and is Father of our oldest grandchild Samantha (Sam). John, along with his wife, Katie, and Sam are all part-time thespians
making life most entertaining for the rest of us while we watch. I joined the three of them as cast members of a local rendition of
Fiddler on the Roof in 2009. Our son Pete is a Police Officer a Sergeant - in Washington DC, currently protecting downtown DC
from invasion. He has three kids. All of our kids/grandkids live within an hour of us so happily, we get to see them frequently.
So far, I have not brought myself to retire, having started a construction company in 2009. My business partner and I have success-
fully won bids totaling $25 million business with the VA at Perry Point, Baltimore and DC. Otherwise, I am continuing to serve our
country as an officer in the local American Legion Post. Finally, I have recently bought a 1974 VW Bus to keep me busy in what-
ever spare time remains.

Other than knowing that your classmate had (and still have) your back. It is difficult to use the word fondest memories espe-
cially when speaking of a period of time which mandatorily begins with plebe year. Terrifying might be more apt. I have too-
vivid memories of many of our beginnings in the 19 th company. Though we probably did not receive the worst treatment of our class,
we had a difficult year, losing several good people along the way. I will have to admit that for most of the time, I truly was not con-
fident that I would ever graduate due to academics never a slash while at the Academy. I am of course glad I stuck it out.

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Meals and all of the preparations for football games come to mind. On an occasion, a member of the Class of 64 had just seen the
Beatles on TV and ordered me and three other classmates to perform as the Beatles at Sunday evening meal. The funny thing was
that because of our cloistered existence, some of us had not heard of the Beatles yet.
Though in the top 90% of the class, I was able to convince the Navy to send me to PG School at Monterey twice, receiving two MS
degrees in computer systems Management and mechanical engineering. Since retiring from the Navy, I am known by our Class
President to have used a Mollier diagram ignoring digital technology - which I believe is a distinction shared, I am sure, with only
a handful of classmates.
Service Awards
3 MSMs; Navy achievement with combat V; Battle E on each of the four ships I served.
From age 14, I knew I had to go. A family friend who had served in WWII as a Naval Officer was a large influence. He was tied to
the academy at the time, working in Halligan Hall. Further, my older brother Jerry 65 had decided to go and this was a catalyst
for me. I thought so much of it that in 10 th grade I entered a military prep school near West Point (New York Military Academy). I
then returned to my home digs for the last two years of high school but never thinking much of anything else but attending Annapo-
lis. We had no other ties to the military other than an uncle and a cousin who had served in the Navy. I received a competitive first
alternate appointment and the rest is history. I believe my original reasons for attending were more tied to the Academy itself then a
career in the Navy the starry-eye syndrome. I am glad it worked out.

I have to admit that as a teenager, I did not look much past the Academy I knew where I was headed and the end game as a Naval
Officer but did not seriously contemplate what was beyond since I had no experience with the military. However, it is safe to say
that everything I am now able to do is because of my time at the Academy. My education, time at sea, changing to EDO most eve-
rything - has provided the experiences to allow me and my family to live comfortably. It assisted me to go out on my own and start
two successful engineering and construction businesses following my time in the Navy.
Summary
My career began in USS HARTLEY (DE 1029) - via DCA School becoming MPA and later, DCA. Next was Engineer in USS
HUNTERDON COUNTY (LST 838) a WWII vintage ship servicing PBRs, UH-1s in Vietnam for the US and RVN navies.
We then moved our growing family to Monterey (CA), followed by Destroyer School (RI) and engineer in USS KOELSCH (FF
1049) out of Mayport.
With only engineering experience and none in other departments, I changed designator to Engineering Duty Officer. My tours as an
EDO began with three years at SUPSHIP Newport News, closely watching over the construction of the CVN 6, CGN 38 and SSN
688 classes - along with the $1 billion in claims. The Navy then sent me back to Monterey for a technical degree - followed by Re-
pair Officer in USS AJAX (AR 6), which deployed with some of the first women enlisted personnel on Navy ships. Back to the East
Coast where I was Assistant Repair Officer and acting Repair Officer at Norfolk Naval Shipyard - at times, concurrently overhauling
up to three carriers and a battleship. I ended my career at SUPSHIP Portsmouth VA as Repair Officer, managing $1 Billion in ship
repair. Following retirement in 1988 we moved to Columbia, MD where we have lived for over 25 years.
Alice and I lived in 13 houses over 21 years in the Navy. Not a record - but it had a major effect on our lives. Our three kids are
better for it in the long run something I think they would agree with. It was a great run and led me to my subsequent career in en-
gineering, construction and as owner of two businesses.
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Sidney M. Skjei, Jr.

Service History
1967- 68 Communications Officer School Newport, RI and EMO
School Great Lakes
1968 70: USS POWER (DD 839). Viet Nam Deployment, EMO,
Comm and CIC Officer
1970: Department Head School, Destroyer School, Newport, RI
1970 72: USS MANLEY (DD-940) , Weapons Officer. Precommis-
sioning and commissioning detail, change of home port to Athens,
Greece.
1972 - 75: Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA (MSEE in Com-
munications Engineering)
1975 - 77: OPNAV- Staff of CNO- Pentagon, OP-941 and OP-943 Na-
val Telecommunications System Architect and Director of Naval
Communications, Satellite Communication
1977-79: USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2), First Lieutenant and Deck Depart-
ment Head. Mediterranean Deployment
1979 Left Active Duty to pursue a career in telecommunications engi-
neering
1980- Began drilling in Naval Reserve
1983 Stopped drilling and was retired as honorary CDR, USNR (no
pay) I know of no one else that this has happened to!
As a civilian telecommunications systems engineer, engineering man-
ager, director of engineering and chief technical officer, I worked for
COMSAT corporation, Southern Pacific Satellite Co, and GTE
Spacenet, before staring my own engineering services company, Skjei
Telecom, Inc. in 1994. I still work for Skjei Telecom, (now in our 21 st
year), as President and Consulting Engineer. We have 14 engineer em-
ployees and work for commercial broadcasting industry, commercial
telecom industry, and government clients, all around the world. I very much enjoy my work as a professional telecommunications
engineer.

After 13 years as a telecom engineer, I obtained certification as Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia, which I
maintain today. This required going back to school and taking a series of courses tests on many engineering subjects.
Also, starting my own company was a significant challenge.in which I used most of the leadership skills taught at USNA and in the
service.

My wife Patty is a tax attorney specializing in international taxes for the IRS. I have three wonderful children, Dawn a Unitarian
Universalist Pastor of a large urban church, Karen an MD, Assoc Professor and head of a Pediatric Epilepsy practice at a major uni-
versity, and Tom, a graduate computer scientist and software developer working in manufacturing. I have four wonderful grand-
daughters.
I am only half retired, still working half time for the company I founded more than 20 years ago. I spend available free time building
a home in central Virginia..

Most vivid memory happened on First Class Cruise when the destroyer I was on had to emergency divert to Havana, Cuba Harbor to
tow a stranded US spy ship (sister ship to Pueblo) which had lost power and was adrift in Havana Harbor. We were at GQ and cir-
cled by Cuban PT boats for 8 hours until we towed her back to Key West.
Fondest memory was finishing Plebe Year and putting the hat on the Herndon Monument.

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The funniest times were Hundredth Night, both my Plebe year and my First Class Year. The people I chose and who chose me had
wonderful senses of humor and we had a great time.
Awards Received
Elected President of the Trident Society and served in that position First Class year.
Stars Plebe Year. Graduated USNA with merit and received MSEE from NPGS with distinction. AFCEA Honorary Award
1975
Athletic
Junior Varsity Pistol Team youngster year.
Service Awards:
Navy: Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation with Combat Cluster, Viet Nam Service Medal.
Civilian: GTE Leslie H Warner Technical Achievement Award, Life Member Award, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engi-
neers.
Summary
My life since graduation has been positively influenced by, among other things, a love of telecommunications engineering, which
was thrust upon me serendipitously while a communications officer on a destroyer in Viet Nam. My radiomen and I worked crea-
tively to meet every challenge to provide essential, high volume communications in the chaotic Tonkin Gulf war zone environment.
We made impromptu hardware changes to improve the communications ability of the ship- and they worked! It was clear that tele-
communications was my niche. I stayed in the Navy long enough to get an engineering degree in telecom and then left the service to
pursue a career as a civilian communications engineer. I did this because there was no similar and viable career path open to me
within the Navy at the time, and I also wanted to spend more time with my family. After leaving active duty, I spent a few years in
the Naval Reserves. When I stopped drilling short of full reserve retirement, they made me an honorary retired CDR, USNR! No
pay, just title! As a civilian, I worked for three satellite system operators, got certified as a Professional Engineer, and started my
own telecom engineering services firm. I have worked for that company, Skjei Telecom, for over 20 years now and still work half
time to keep my hand in the engineering profession. In addition to my profession, I am equally proud of and fulfilled by my family;
my wife, Patty has been my support and soul mate for over 15 years and my three children and four grandchildren are the joy of my
life. I spend as much time with them as possible and just built a retirement home is central Virginia to be closer to them.
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Frank Stanek
After graduation, I headed to Naval Air Station Pensacola for flight training and Goshawk
Football with Roger! Following flight training my first tour of duty as a Naval Aviator was to
VT-1 NAS Saufley Field as a Sir-Grad/flight instructor and more Goshawk Football. Accom-
plishments included: Instructor of the Month, "Old Pro" designation for a dead stick emer-
gency landing in a farmer's field, Special Check Pilot status and Goshawk Defensive Line
Coach. Next it was Quonset Point R.I. and later Jacksonville, FL for ASW Squadron VS-27
and the USS Intrepid followed by VS-24, VS Wing 1, VS-32 & VS-31 aboard Enterprise, Ken-
nedy & Eisenhower plus two tours in DC with Pers 6 as Deputy Director of the Navy's Drug &
Alcohol Program for a total of twenty-one years and promotions along the way eventually
achieving Lieutenant Commander. Following retirement I joined the States Attorney's Office in
Rockville, MD as the Montgomery County DWI Coordinator while attending graduate school
at University of MD, College Park Campus for an XMBA. However, my first love has always
been teaching. And thus my past twenty plus years have been teaching for the City of Gaithers-
burg Recreation Department. Computer Basics, Windows, MS Office, Digital Photography,
Web Design, keyboarding and Apple/Mac Basics on one hand and Country, Swing, Ballroom
and Latin dances on the other hand. In total over 2000 classes and at least 10,000 students.
These days sound/lighting engineering is keeping me busy with live performance at our church
and a local night club/restaurant.

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Ron Stoll
Service History
USNA 1963-1967
USMC 1967-1971
1967-1968 Quantico, VA; Basic Officer School
1968-1968 Camp Lejeune, NC; Engineer School
1968-1969 Vietnam, 11th Force Engineer Battalion, platoon commander,
battalion staff officer
1969-1971 Headquarters Company, HQMC, but served as a White
House Liaison Officer in Office of Secretary of the Navy
USMCR 1971-1987 USMCR (mostly Class III inactive reserve service,
but included Class II active reserve service as CO of an infantry
company in Des Moines, Iowa)
Attorney. Worked in law firms and corporate legal departments, but
retired as a partner in 2005 from the Quarles & Brady firm. Still perform
some legal services as a solo practitioner and engage in some business
investment activities. Practice focused on finance, real estate and gen-
eral business transactions and legal advice. Occasionally provide pro
bono legal services, mostly to undocumented immigrants, domestic
violence victims and some non-profits.

Memorable -- Being informed of my appointment to USNA.

Arriving at USNA at the beginning of plebe summer
Second-guessing the acceptance of my USNA appointment during my first night in Bancroft Hall
JFKs visit during plebe summer
The 1963 Army-Navy game
Being spooned by Roger Staubach and Pat Donnelly
Fieldball (the best intramural sport EVER)
Graduating with flying colors from swimming sub-squad youngster year
The Ring Dance
Serving Mass at St. Patricks Catholic Cathedral, NYC, in 1967 as part of a Newman Club trip
Service Selection and 100th Nights
Graduation and being commissioned as a 2nd Lt. in the USMC in front of my parents
The people whom I met there
Selection post-graduation as an Olmstead scholar

Come-arounds as a plebe
Being affectionately nicknamed Flintstone
Food races in the mess hall as a plebe
Experiencing my first cattle call
Dancing lessons for two left feet
Knocking my cap off with my sword at the 1966 homecoming parade when passing with the Brigade staff in front of the reviewing
stand
Why USNA: I elected to elect to attend USNA because I felt an obligation to serve in the armed forces. I expected USNA to prepare
me for that service, while at the same time providing me the opportunity for an incredible and almost free education.
Satisfaction of Expectations: My USNA experience met all of my expectations. Even though I did not make a career in the armed
forces, my USNA degree and USMC service opened numerous doors in civilian life, made me the beneficiary of assumptions by
many people regarding my character and capabilities, prepared me to be unafraid to tackle challenges as a civilian, and imprinted on
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me the obligation to service to the community
Summary
While on active duty as a Marine, I served in Vietnam with the 11 th Force Engineer Battalion and in the Secretary of the Navys Of-
fice as a White House Liaison Officer. I declined an Olmstead Scholarship when I decided to leave active duty and attend law
school. After active duty I served as a Marine reservist until discharged in 1987 -- mostly on inactive reserve, although I did drill for
a short while as CO of a reserve infantry company in Des Moines.
As an attorney I worked in law firms and corporations in Toledo (my birthplace), Des Moines and Phoenix. I retired as a partner in
2005 from the Quarles & Brady firm. I still provide legal services as a solo practitioner and engage in some business investment ac-
tivities. My work focus as an attorney has been finance, real estate and general business transactions and acting as a legal advisor. I
also occasionally provide pro bono legal services.
Elizabeth Huss and I wed in 1967. We have 6 married children and 18 grand-children. Our oldest child and his family currently live
near Pittsburgh. The others currently reside in the Phoenix area, where Elizabeth and I have been since 1979. Our semi-retirement
is luckily filled by family, friends, work, community service (including as a director and board chair of Catholic Charities Commu-
nity Services), dining occasionally at Fox Restaurant Company restaurants, a little travel, and handling everyday life.

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Harold A. (Tony) Walker

Service History
June 1962- July 1963 E-3, MT USN Stationed at MTA School, Dam Neck, Va.
July 1963 May 1967 Midshipman USNA
July 1967 - July 1968 Flight Instruction at Pensacola, Fl; Meridian Ms; and Beeville, Tx.
July 1968 July 1970 Flight Instructor VT-25
Sept 1970 Nov 1972 Hangar Deck Officer, USS Hancock CVA 19
November 1972 Resigned from USN
March 1973 Commissioned Captain USAF and assigned as a pilot with the 130 th Squadron of the W. Va. Air National
Guard.
April 1974 Resigned from the USAF
January 1973 October 1975 Project Engineer at Lively Manufacturing
Company, Glen White, W. Va. Obtained my Professional Engineers
License in 1974.
October 1975 November 1977 Vice President Engineering and Sales
at Powell Construction Co., Johnson City, Tn.
November 1977 Present President of Tony Walker Enterprises, Inc.,
Johnson City, Tn. This company is a design and construction man-
agement company that works internationally. It is considered by
some to be a leading Bulk Material Handling company worldwide.
January 2012 Present President of PICOR Sub-Saharan Africa, Jo-
hannesburg, South Africa. This company was formed to manage
Tony Walker Enterprises work in Africa.
Memorable Life Events

My family and children are, to me, my most memorable life events but I
am sure that is quite common. Spending ones life with a partner who
enhances all of lifes experiences cannot be overrated. Producing chil-
dren with that life partner, watching them be born, trying to teach them
lifes essential lessons, and being there when they leave to live their own lives seems to be in some part why we exist. I have six chil-
dren and, so far, four grand children. My youngest children are just finishing high school and my oldest are now middle aged. That
creates many memorable events.
Spending a couple of days with several of my classmates this past summer was very interesting as well as memorable. In fact, over
the years, there were many visits with classmates and their families that were all memorable.
Having The Reverend John Millen officiate the renewal of vows between Donna and me in front of the Naval Academy Chapel with
John and Alice Sheldon and Sergei and Marshall Kowalchik in attendance shortly before John passed away was particularly special.
Unusual
Several years ago (early 1980s), late one night as I was driving home from a marketing trip, I walked into a roadside eatery and saw
my first class roommate (Sergei Kowalchik) sitting in the first booth. This was many years following my resignation from the service
and after I had lost touch with all my classmates. This would have to rank pretty high on the improbable scale. Following that chance
meeting, we starting spending time together and I became reacquainted with the class.
Interesting
My most interesting achievement would probably be solving the problem of dark matter and dark energy. If anyone finds this inter-
esting, just give me a call. Without the credentials to actually be taken seriously, it is a difficult achievement to advertise.

Learning differential calculus the evening before the final exam. I know this sounds mundane but that was the point I first believed it
was possible that I might have a chance to actually succeed academically.
Being a member of the USNA Fencing Team. Being able to actually participate and excel in an athletic activity at the varsity level
contributed to my self confidence sufficiently to enable me to never doubt my ability to succeed.
Spending time in the library among the dusty, old, and fantastically interesting books during those few spare hours on weekends.
Sailing on windy days when the spray actually gave one the feeling of being at sea.
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3rd, 2nd, and 1st Class Summer cruises and activities. For a country boy from West Virginia, those times were what dreams were made
of.

Uniform race during which I successfully made 19 uniform changes in half an hour. Didnt seem so humorous at the time but the
total banality of it so many years later changes things.
Tossing beverages ;-) from our knockabout to Papa Don and his crew on a yawl and getting our standing rigging entangled now
brings a smile to my face.
Looking up from my desk one night from my fourth deck corner room after hearing a tapping on my window and seeing an over
and under pressed ham. A very brave trick from a narrow ledge 50 feet in the air.
I elected to attend the Academy because, while I was enlisted and in training to be a Polaris Missile Technician, I received orders to
join the class of 1967 bypassing Naval Prep School.

My expectations of the Academy were very vague. I had no real direction or ambition at the time except to see what was around the
next turn in the road. My time at the Academy did not really change that direction or ambition but it did give me the tools to make
the most of whatever I found around the next turn. While we were at the Academy, I doubt it was possible to successfully complete
the four years without undergoing a basic and lasting change in ones outlook on life and ones value system. It may have been pos-
sible for me to have achieved as much as I have in life without my four years where the Severn joins the tide, but many important
attributes gained during those years suggest not.
Summary
After graduation, I reported to flight training in Pensacola, Fl. eventually receiving my wings from VT-25. There was only one flying
job available at the time and having first choice selected the flight instructing position in VT-25! I was stuck flying the F-9 for an-
other two years.
While in Beeville for two years, I met and married my first wife. We were married a little over ten years and had two wonderful chil-
dren; Howard and Lara.
During that tour I submitted my resignation early. Bad move. My resignation was rejected (surprise!) and I became Hangar Deck
Officer on CVA-19 for my last tour (bigger surprise).
After leaving the navy, I decided to try corporate flying. The first company to which I applied did not need a pilot but did need engi-
neers. I instantly became a design engineer. Two years later I was a Registered Professional Engineer and four years later founded
my own Design and Construction Company (PICOR) which, 38 years later, is still active.
I was fortunate to marry my wife Donna and raise two stepchildren (Lincoln Turner and Andrew McCombs) and two children
(Haden A. Walker II and Madison C. Walker). As this is written, Haden was just graduated from Hargrave Military Academy and
Madison was just promoted to senior at Oldfields School north of Baltimore. We live in Johnson City, Tennessee where Donna has a
high fashion boutique (Ciao Bella! House of Fashion).
Life has been interesting and it is my hope that I have caused more happiness to others than grief. As we are well into the autumn of
our years, I decline to accept that status. Even though fully aware it is best to gracefully surrender the things of youth, my prefer-
ence is to not go gently into that good night but to rage against the dying of the light. As long as I can reasonably function I will
live, love, and produce what is in my power. I will do meaningful work until the end and, when that end comes, hope to have all per-
sons close to me present that I might one final time express my gratitude and love to each of them. Especially I want to be able to
hold my wife, look into her eyes, and have her know that my last thought was of her and my last concern was for her and our fam-
ilys happiness.

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Richard D Handy
Service History
1963-65: USNA (13th-19th Company)
1965-67: Harvard University (E-1 USNR-inactive) AB, Biology
1967-71: Boston University School of Medicine (ENS-LTJG USNR)
MD
1971-75: Internship and Internal Medicine Residency, NH Bethesda
1975-85: Nephrology Fellowship Staff Nephrologist Head Nephrol-
ogy Division and Director Nephrology Fellowship, NH Portsmouth
1985-88: Staff Nephrologist, Director Medical Services, NH Bethesda
1988-90: Executive Officer, NH Portsmouth
1990-92: Division Surgeon, 2nd Marine Division, Camp LeJeune, NC
1992-94: Commanding Officer, NH Groton
1994-95: Senior Course, Naval War College, Newport, RI MA Na-
tional Security and Strategic Studies
1995-97: OIC, Medical Detachment, Naval Doctrine Command, MCB
Quantico
1997-99: Staff Nephrologist, NH Portsmouth
1999: Retired from MC, USN with rank of Captain
As a primary-care internist, I tried being a Doc-in-a-box for a number of years. I discovered that my experience as a Naval Medical
Officer had been unique: I had cared for patients of all kinds at and from anywhere the US Navy and Marine Corps were stationed or
deployed. I had been part of a healthcare system which provided anything anywhere needed by medical necessity without constraint
by cost or logistic consideration, subject only to mission requirements. After this, healthcare in the civilian sector turned out to be
rather tame and subject to fluctuations in something called the profit margin So, I decided to build boats. I, and someone who
knew what he was doing, built a Chesapeake Bay deadrise workboat from a pile of wood. That boat is crabbing up the Potomac these
days. At present, we are near completion of the rebuild of a 42 footer, soon to be launched as a riverboat for fishing the foot of the
Bay.
Interesting, Unusual or Memorable Life Events:

Practicing medicine out on the edge; Command of a Rapidly Deployable Medical Facility (RDMF #1) in support of 9K US and al-
lied troops in the Egyptian desert; Touring the Pyramids by Army dust-off chopper; Establishing and coordinating medical support
for Operation Ernest Will as the CJTF MIDEAST Surgeon; Playing fly-on-the-bulkhead in PRI-FLY during night flight ops aboard
USS Midway; Serving aboard USS IOWA (Wow!); Preparing for and providing medical support for a 20K-Marine Division (Desert
Storm). My most memorable event was standing on the perimeter of the main command post and watching a battalion of AM-
TRAKS loaded with Marines drive by in line, at high speed toward the berm, Kuwait, and the enemy. They were buttoned-up,
raising clouds of dust and making a high-pitched whine as they drove toward the sound of the guns with a small American flag flut-
tering out straight on each one.

Married my plebe-summer sister (sorry Bernie) in June 67, in St. Johns, NFLD, her dads home. We began dating in the summer
of 1962. She was, The Girl Next Door yeah, yeah During med school, she worked and I did summer clerkships at NH Chel-
sea Lots of liver and spaghetti in those days. We have three children and four grandchildren: Kathi teaches special-ed children; her
kids, Virginia and James keep us busy and grateful. Dave LtCol, USMC, one of the most deployed Marines I know, managed to
spawn Jacob and Avery, two of the best reasons to grandparent. Mike is our free spirit actually told us he was wasting our money
on college and is a very successful PDR technician (paintless dent repair of automobiles). He mostly repairs hail damage around
the US with side-work in Germany and South Africa.
How is retired life going and how do you spend your time?
Please see principal occupation and, Judy and I enjoy road-trips and cruises.

Plebe year come-around to Sergeis firstie: we were supine on the deck doing leg-lifts; some were baggin it, resting feet against the
nearest rack; I was sweatin and shakin (you know, the way we did) sure I would collapse; firstie looks at them, looks at me, yells at
them and tells me to secure. Big deal I know but he showed me I can do more than I think I can and (sometimes) it gets noticed.
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Standing in line with a fist full of coins waiting for an empty phone booth. Travelling with the Glee Club; what a deal for a plebe!
Blowing stacks on a Ruskie combatant. Chipping paint. GQ as the hot-shell-man in mount 52. Black-Jack Krulak showing my fire
team how to patrol in the woods. Missing out on dishing it out as a Segundo and on throwing my cover in the air. Meeting with my
brother (West Point 62) and his new wife; it was late and dark outside Mother B, and he was on his way to Viet Nam as an advisor.
Bernie Smith! (He never made chief).

The look on Hawthornes face as the knockabout settled into the Severn, lunch floated away and we were treated to two drags in wet
tee-shirts as well as intense embarrassment. Buckley making himself puke; he was the pointer in mount 52 back and forth, back and
forth.
Harvard University: AB (Biology)
Boston University School of Medicine: MD
Naval War College: MA (Natl Security and Strategic Studies)
Service Awards
The Legion of Merit, The Bronze Star, The Meritorious Service Medal with Gold Star in Lieu of Second Award, The Joint Service
Commendation Medal, and The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.
Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to obtain from attending?
Family tradition; principal appointment from Leverett Saltonstall; I liked water and boats; and, my sixth-grade teacher was a former
PT-boat captain, WWII, Pacific I really had no expectations.

My time at the academy was spent getting to know myself: that I have talents and abilities of which I am unaware until I discover
them; that heroes exist, so does truth and honor; and that doing the right thing is not always popular, but always worth it. Thank you.
Summary
I followed a bit of family tradition and naval fiction to USNA, and found myself in the unexpected circumstance of plebe summer.
Thank God for Bob Hawthorne who was a generous and kind roommate and Bernie Smith, whose lessons in leadership and personal
responsibility guided me through 30 years of Naval service and beyond. I was seduced by medicine in the ER and in the OR by invi-
tation of a family friend during summer leave. At the time, I had to resign in order to attend medical school and then return to active
duty. I missed you guys.
Graduate medical training and growing a family occupied my waking hours for many years. I was grateful for the opportunities I was
given for TAD, from two weeks to four months at a time, to return to the operating forces for exercises and deployments. The flag
and general officers I worked for were always gracious and welcomed my avid interest in all things operational.
Two commands, one in a deployed hospital and one in a brick and mortar hospital, were rewarding. The assignment for which I am
most grateful is serving as the 2nd Marine Division Surgeon for two years, including Desert Shield and Storm. In those two years, I
grew in ways no other environment could provide.
So now I build wooden boats in between road-trips and cruises with Judy. I am grateful for the grounding USNA provided, the op-
portunities Naval Service afforded and the family who shared it with me.

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Larry Poh
Service History
October 21st 1957 Sworn in as a reservist on my 17th birthday by
my Army father at the Naval Reserve Center at Pros-
pect Lake in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Summer of 1960Bootcamp Great Lakes, IL.
Summer of 1961Reserve cruise aboard the USS McNair
(DD679) out of Philadelphia.
June 1962 reported for active duty at NOB Norfolk and immedi-
ately applied for NAPS. Reported for duty aboard the
USS Randolph (CVS15) in San Remo, Italy. Was
assigned to the navigation division. Ironically, my
Captain was Max Burns and his son, Tommy and I
became classmates in the Class of 68. Upon our
arrival back in Norfolk in August I received orders to
NAPS.
1962-1963 Attended NAPS at Bainbridge, MD. Most memorable
event while at NAPS was standing nose to nose with
President Kennedy at the 62 Army-Navy Game;
however, I was too intimidated to put out my hand!
1963-1968 USNA One of the best periods of my life; didnt want to leave. Met my wife, Sallie Hazard, in her dental chair
at Navyif you were a Mid she probably cleaned your teeth.
1968-1969 Married June 8, 1968designated Naval Aviator and our first son, C. J., both in November of 69.
1969-1971 Assigned to NS Sangley Point, Cavite, Philippines where our second son, David was born. Flew numerous C
-54 support missions to Taiwan, Singapore, Saigon, Hong Kong, Bangkok, and Atsugi, Japan.
1971-1972 Served as SeaWolf-54 with HA(L)-3 in the Mekong Delta and Cambodia. We were land based on the banks
of the Bassac River on the border with Cambodia. Was awarded 13 Air Medals.
1972-1975 Was assigned to HSL-30 Det-31 aboard the USS Springfield (CLG-10) and the USS Little Rock (CLG-7) fly-
ing for COMSIXFLT out of Gaeta, Italy. What a tour! Called on the ports of Genoa, Villefrance, Cannes,
Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Lisbon, Tunis, Tangier, Alexandria, Souda Bay, Istanbul, Mikonos, Rhodes, Corfu,
Athens, Split, Dubrovnikthis tour was the quintessential Great Navy TourSallie and I wept when we had
to leave.
1975-1977 Served as a flight instructor with HT-18 at NAS South Whiting Field in Milton, FL.
1977-1979 Served as Air Officer aboard USS Juneau (LPD-10) out of San Diego. Underwent a ships overhaul in Port-
land, OR and resided in Vancouver, WA. Our Great Northwest is absolutely beautiful.
1980-1982 Served as Operations Officer for HSL-31 at North Island. Ironically, the aircraft I flew in Italy ten years earlier,
Bureau Number 151309 Snoopy wound up on our hanger deck at HSL-31. When I saw that bird it was like
seeing a dear, old time friend. During out time in California, we had two California Dreamers, Isaac and
Sarah. They both now live in the San Francisco Bay area.
1982-1985 Served as Surface Transportation Officer for the U. S. Seventh Army in Heidleberg, Germany. That was my
Navy Appreciation Tour.
1985-1987 Served on CNO staff as the Spanish Desk Officer for Foreign Military Sales and jumped ship in September
87.

As a 10 year old, while my father was in Korea, I was presented with a JC Higgins, single shot, bolt action .22 We were
living on West Beaver Street in Bellefonte, PA. Directly behind our house was a quarry where our entire block threw our
trash. I went back there one day and discovered there were rats! Big Rats! A lot of Big Rats! Virtually every day that
Summer I shot Big Rats to my hearts contentlong rifle hollow pointsthey did the job every timeI never missed.

One day, Second Class Year, I had to have 4 wisdom teeth extracted. I went to Dental Quarters and while waiting I
struck up a conversation with this lovely, older woman. Her daughter was being interviewed for a job as a dental hygien-
ist. As we sat there the head of the dental office walked by with the ladys daughter. Says I to the lady, She cuteand
she wasso, of course, I really did need to have my teeth cleaned and made an appointment ASAP! Within 5 minutes
of being in Sallies dental chair I said to myself, Im going to marry this girl. That was 48 years and 4 children agoon
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that day, in dental quarters, I received the greatest blessing of my life.
Following retirement I worked for various defense contractors. Not for me. Good money, zero satisfactionso I created
a small business by creating plaques of inspirational calligraphy for the Navy/Marine Corps communitythat was over
20 years ago and the business has been very good for me. Today I can say over 1,000 customers have ordered my
products. I recall one customer who order 6 of the same itemI asked him why so many and he told me they were for
his Marine sons pall bearers. I realized then that what I was doing meant something.

First off was just being thereI was petrified. Scared to death that I had the chance of a life time but would never make
it through. At the end of plebe year I reported to the Academic Boardand following a short discussion of my poor aca-
demic performance, Captain Minter asked me if I would be willing to turn backthat was one of the happiest days of my
life.

The day before graduation I borrowed a set of white works for our Dental HygienistSallie Hazard. I gave them to her
and as we straggled down to the mess hall on graduation morning we passed Dental Quarters; well, Sallie fell in with us
and we proceeded to our tablevery close to the Staff Table and the center of the Messhall just as you enter the Mess
Hall from Smoke Hallas we stood there I noticed the Duty Officer was in our First Class Alley coming our way! Sallie!
Get under the table! The Duty Officera Marinekept comingSays I to myself, This aint goodI could see my
long worked for Naval Career about to come to a screeching halt and go up in smoke! The Duty Officer not only stopped
at our table but walked around it!!! And then proceeded to the Staff TableHe knew!!! Ya gotta love the Marineswhat
a great sense of humor and genuine compassion on my and Sallies poor souls!!!
Graduated from Navywhat a ticketlearned how to fly fixed and rotary wing aircraft. What a hootI attended 18
years of formal educationin 14 different schoolsgo figure
Athletic
While at Navy I played: 150 pound football, boxed, flag football, field ball, ocean sailing, handball, squash, and rugby
and mountaineering (wall scaling).
Service Awards
Was awarded 13 Air Medals primarily for combat missions in Viet Nam. Was awarded a Single Action Air Medal for res-
cuing 2 shepherds and 200 sheep in Tunisia during a really bad flood. Numerous countries were involved in that relief
operation.
After 19 years as an Army Brat I had seen enough of slum and gravy; so I joined the Navy on my 17 th birthday as a
sophomore in high schooland left the Army in my wake.

As a former enlisted man I had the erroneous attitude that I had it made. Little did I know you had to earn your spurs at
every step in your career.
Summary
Although I only spent Plebe Year with 67 Ive remained close to several fellow PlebesJohn Sheldon and Billy Tatsch,
Don Priest, Sid Sjei, Terry Buettner, Gerry Buckley, fellow NAPSters Boats WilliamsRay SmithLarry PigeonIll al-
ways remain spiritually close to my best friend Dick Deuter who was shot down over Laos and never recovered. Another
Classmate I will always cherish is Steve Phillips and his wife MaureenSteve showed genuine compassion to me my
turnback year in 5th Companya True Gentleman.
My Navy life and career were the bestI was blessed when I took the oath and love the Navy-Marine Corps TeamThe
highlight of my life and the greatest benefit I derived from the Naval Academy was meeting my wifeSallie Hazard
yep, I married a real Hazard from Cortland, New Yorkshe is the genuine articlethe Very Best Wife and Mother a
Family could haveHave you ever made a child laugh? What a joy

Alan G. Chesterman
Service History
1962 63: UC Berkeley NROTC
1963 67: USNA (14th/20th Company)
ceived wings Oct/1968
1969 -- VA-125 - A4 Fleet Training Squadron, NAS Lemoore, CA
1969 70: VA-216, NAS Alameda, CA USS Forrestal cruise to the
Med.
1970 71: VA-125 (again) to learn to fly the A-7.
1971 72: VA-56, NAS Lemoore, CA USS Midway cruise to Nam.
1972 74: VA-127, NAS Lemoore, CA. Trained pilots for several last
annual A-4 cruises.
1974 76: USS Enterprise, NAS Alameda, CA. Catapult and A/G Offi-
cer.
1978 93: Joined the Reserves. Changed designator to 1515. Drilled at
NAS Alameda
1990 96: Blue & Gold Officer for San Francisco East Bay area.
1995: Retired as CDR from USNR when my son 95 was sworn in.
1977 79: Flew as an aerial photo pilot. Lost Nation Airport, Willoughby, OH
1979 80: Hired by United Airlines. Furloughed 1 year later.
1980 84: Systems Engineer. Naval Air Rework Facility NAS Alameda, CA
1984 04: Pilot for United Airlines. Based at ORD, SFO and IAD
2006 10: Pilot for Amys Kitchen. Santa Rosa, CA

Delivered one of 50+ A4s to Israel in 1973 in the middle of the Yom Kippur War as part of Operation Nickel Grass. Flight from
Norfolk to Lajes was tanked by KC-135s. Lajes to the USS Roosevelt tanked by C-130s. Met by Israeli F-4s to land near Tel Aviv.
Landed a 747 at MCAS Miramar to pick up Marines and deliver them to MCAS Cherry Point. Picked up 400 soldiers in Kuwait and
brought them home in a 747 very loud cheers at takeoff and landing. Most Air Marshalls I ever had on board.

Son Michael graduated in the class of 1995 and retired in 2015. He has three girls the oldest is a college freshman. Daughter Alli-
son has a son and daughter and lives close to me.
The time seems to disappear every day. I need to get a job to get something done. When Im home I enjoy biking and other outdoor
activities fishing, hiking. Volunteer for a group called Master Gardeners and help educate the public about California oak tree
health.

Doug Cooper and I hiding in the head instead of going on the mandatory morning jog during plebe summer.
Running our knockabout aground plebe summer.
Learning of President Kennedys assassination by eavesdropping on the youngsters radio next door. They then invited us over.
Our firsties selling hot dogs after dinner when the dinner was yuck.
Picking up my ring dance blind date with the VW Mike McNeely parked outside Gate 1.
Racing back from a bar in Severna Park (at the 7 mile Chapel Dome limit) in our brand new cars) to be inside Bancroft before they
locked the doors.
Getting my first celestial nav solution with less than 500 NM in the middle of the triangle on the final exam.

Jim Wickes driving down the shoulder of the turnpike from Philadelphia to get a car full of the 20 th company back to Annapolis on
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time after our senior Army-Navy game.
Relocating a cannon from the yard to our Army exchange company officers office, then watching public works figure out how to
get it out of Bancroft (using the elevator like we did wasnt one of their option).
Borrowing the sailing team Boston Whaler second class summer to go water skiing with a couple of local girls. Met them at a dock
south of the yard.
Awards Received
5 Grandchildren
BS USNA 1967
Service/USNA Awards
Air Medal (5), Navy Commendation Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Vietnam etc.
Uniform Breast Insignia

Naval Aviator Wings
Flag Pennant
nope
Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "gain/obtain from attending?
I wanted to attend the Naval Academy because I wanted to drive ships. When I arrived I learned the Navy had airplanes Wow!

While there the experience was difficult at best. For quite a while after graduating my usual response was Annapolis is a great place
to be FROM. I came to appreciate what the Navy gave me after I got out. Most people say Wow. You went to Annapolis? Thats
fun to hear. Then there are those who ask Is that where they have that car race on Memorial Day? At the time I did not realize how
awesome it was that the Navy taught me how to fly. Flying was my life.
Summary
After receiving my wings, he Navy thought I should go to NAS Alameda and recruit college students to fly. Then I reported to NAS
Lemoore to learn how to fly an A4. I had no idea where Lemoore was, so I asked my Academy roommate George Lear, who was
from Fresno, where the hell Lemoore was.
VA-216 was based at NAS Alameda. Instead of heading to Vietnam we joined Forrestal in the Med. What a fantastic time we had.
Several squadrons wives (including mine) followed the ship from port to port. Liberty was fun.
Shore duty was instructing A4s in Lemoore. Sea duty was Cat and A/G Officer on Enterprise less fun, but what a great bunch of
sailors with which to work. Then out of the Navy and onto flying for United with a short break flying aerial photography in Mentor,
OH. I didnt know where that was either.
UAL laid me off after a year and I headed back to NAS Alameda and was a GS working on S-3s. Also in the reserves at Alameda
(1515 by now). If I were activated I would have been my civilian bosses boss.
I left UAL kicking and screaming at age 60 (another act of Congress kind of like officers being gentlemen) and flew corporate for
a few years before retiring for good. I recently got my medical back after a nasty auto accident, so perhaps I can find someone who
will pay me to fly one more time.
I frequently enjoy 2 of my 5 grandchildren by attending their local sporting events several times a week and visiting my son and the
other 3 GKs in Southern Maryland. It was fun to be with him when he retired from active duty (USNA 95) exactly 20 years after I
retired from the reserves.
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Doug Cooper
After a months leave following graduation, I reported to flight school in Pensacola. From
there, I proceeded to Meridian, MS for basic jet training, then to Kingsville, TX, for advanced
jets, and received my wings there in October of 1968. Following a six-month transition to A-4s
in Lemoore, CA, I joined VA-212 with which I
made two Westpac cruises aboard the USS Han-
cock between August 1969 and April 1971. In
1970, I married my wife of 46 years, Judy, whom I
had met the week before leaving on my first cruise.
Returning from my second cruise, I was assigned as
an instructor to the Naval Aviation Schools Com-
mand in Pensacola. After separating from the Navy
in 1972, we lived in Denver for a year, then re-
turned to the San Francisco Bay Area, where we
have been ever since. I spent the next 17 years as a stockbroker and Certified Financial Planner
in San Jose. In 1990 I returned to school at UC Berkeley and received a masters in operations
research. While still in school, due to my aviation background I was asked to join an ongoing
research project at the Institute of Transportation Studies, part of the Universitys engineering
department, investigating general aviation accidents and their potential effect on land use in
areas surrounding airports. After receiving my degree, I stayed on at the University as a mem-
ber of the Institutes research staff, studying various topics in transportation safety until I re-
tired in 2012. We have one son, Adam, who is currently serving as an Army psychologist, and
two grandchildren.
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20th Company
Bill Dautel
Summary
Following graduation, I went with about a dozen of our classmates to the immediate masters
program at Georgia Tech. After graduation there I went to Nuclear Power School at Mare Is-
land, nuclear power prototype training (S1W) in Idaho and the 5-week sub school in New Lon-
don. My first submarine was the USS Greenling
(SSN-614) (with classmate Ike Ambrose) based out
of New London. We did a couple of long runs,
and then went into overhaul in Pascagoula, MS.
When the Greenling left, I stayed for new construc-
tion of the USS Bates (SSN-680). (Rickover
killed me during sea trials pointed at me and
said youre dead to get me to leave before a
drill).
I left the Navy in 1973 and moved to Richland,

WA, just as a sodium test reactor, Fast Flux Test Facility, was starting up as part of the breeder
program. That was a great facility and I worked there about 35 years. With that and some nu-
clear safety work at the Vitrification plant and other plutonium production facilities now in
Surveillance and Maintenance, I finally retired (again) in May of 2016.
Family-wise, I am a late bloomer. I married Merideth in 1986 and we have two daughters now
28 and 24. The oldest is a marketing director in Philly. The youngest just got married in June
and started med school (UW med school in Spokane) in August. Merideth has a huge hanker-
ing for grandkids! Merideth also just retired following a career as a special ed teacher.
We are now adjusting to our retirement phase. We are enjoying camping, hiking, golf, picking
up long-neglected hobbies, and getting more involved in charitable activities. Last Christmas,
Merideth had a great idea and we bought snowshoes for the whole family. We plan to put them
to use this winter.
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Timothy J. Ferguson
Service History
USS Jenkins (DD447) Pearl Harbor/Vietnam 7/67-3/68.
NAS Pensacola/Meridian Flight Training 3/68-1/70.
NAS Beeville, TX Flight Instructor 1/70-10/73.
Physician (MD) since 1979
Family Medicine Residency 1983
Practicing Family Physician for 33 years to present

Chairman at Glenkirk Presbyterian Church Mission Committee for
12 years including many trips to Kenya.
Tell us about your wife, children, grandchildren

Married to Lisa Ferguson in 1984. My daughter, Jessica Ferguson was
born 3/8/1987 and she now lives on a 20 acre ranch in Montana off the
grid. Jessica graduated from the University of Chicago in 2006 major-
ing in Philosophy. Lisa and I divorced in 2009.
How is retired life going and how do you currently spend your time
Still working 4 days a week and enjoying itThanks to a great staff..!!!
Most vivid/fondest memories of USNA

My FRIENDS..!!!
Awards Received
Chief Resident at USC/PIH Family Practice Residency
Chief of Staff at Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
President/Glendora Chamber of Commerce
Kiwanis Member for over 30 years
Fellow American Academy of Family Physicians
Board Certified Family Physician 1983-2013
Athletic
Hang Glider Pilot (Recreation)

Aviator Wings----1970
Summary
I joined to serve and was accepted with the help of the swimming coach, John Higgins. I hoped for a GOOD EDUCATION AND I
GOT IT!! I learned how to present ideas and defend them. I learned how to trust myself and seek advice from others. I have experi-
enced team work, perseverance and patience. The prayer of a Scotsman is God Grant That I Always Be Right, For Only You Know
How Hard I Am To Turn! The saying of a Scotsman is Just Because You Are Sure, Doesnt Mean You Are RightAlways sure,
occasionally right I am continually humbled by my friends and patients. God does have a sense of humor. I enjoy and trust in Him!
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20th Company
Bob Fischl
Bob graduated from New Trier High School, at-

tended Columbian Prep School in DC and obtained
an appointment through membership in the US Na-
val Reserves. He graduated with the Class in June
and was assigned to teach sailing to the incoming
1971 Plebe Class. He also sailed with the Ameri-
can University team against a British team in Chi-
cago.
His first duty station was the USS DuPont DD 941
which was in WestPac when he reported as First Div Officer. He attended ASW School in Key
West Fl and was then the Fox Division Officer. After a second WestPac tour he received or-
ders to US Naval Destroyer School in Newport RI. Upon graduation he was assigned as Chief
Engineer of the USS Brinkley Bass DD 887. He made two more WestPac tours on the Bass
before resigning from Active Duty. After he made LCdr in the Reserves, he resigned after 14
years.
Bob had graduated from The University of Michigan Graduate School of Business in 1973 and
pursued a general business career that culminated in consulting work for school districts in
several different states.
All seven of Bobs children have served in the military. Jason and Spencer served in the Army
and both attended Georgia Military College. Jason had a disability as a Major and retired after
serving at Central Command under Gen. Mike DeLong of our Class. Son Spencer provides
two grandchildren who are hockey stars, Emily and Zachary.
Daughter Dana is in the Army Band while Lori is a Capt in the USAF serving as a Flight
Nurse. Melissa is an agent for OSI. Ben (USAF) and Richie (USA) are both in the Med Svc
Corp. Ben and Richie aspire to be Chaplains. Bob and Diane are retired in Glennville, GA.
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Frazier, James
I went Navy air after graduation and earned my

Wings in July 68. I joined Alameda based VA216
flying A-4s, then sent cross country for a USS
Forestall Med cruise. Stayed behind in Malta to
wed Mariella, decommissioned the squadron, gave
birds to Marines in El Centro, switched to A-6s
with Oceana based VA-34 after Widbey RAG for a
USS Kennedy Med cruise (during which Daniel
was born). Then training command in Beeville, TX
flying T-2s (David born there). Last to VA -115 fly-
ing A-6s off the USS Midway home ported in Yo-
kohama, accompanied tour, then passed over for
LCDR and discharged in San Diego July 1978.
I relocated to Malvern, PA in 2001, within a few miles of my high school. I fix computers as
jmftechsupport.com with son Dan, who lives in Milford, NH (libertarians, ready to relocate
to the first state that secedes). Im almost fully recovered from a Lyme bite suffered in July
2015, still quartet singing and eating like a king with Mariella baking and selling as alamal-
taise.com, mostly at farmers' markets, but soon to go online. Remain most happy enjoying
Pavarotti opera, Andy Griffith gospel, and Kruger Brothers banjo ... and being Catholic (Dan
not so much).
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20th Company
Rich Frye
A lifetime ago we assembled together at USNA. Like monks, we followed strict daily practices
that over the course of four years made us brothers in an uncommon fraternity. I am ever grate-
ful for those shared experiences.
After graduation I attended Supply Corps School in

Athens, Georgia. My first assignment was Disburs-
ing Officer on USS Carter Hall (LSD-3), from
January 1968 to August 1969, including one de-
ployment to Westpac in 1968. I was then assigned
as Aviation Supply Support Officer at NAS Quon-
set Point, RI until June 1971, when I left the service
for grad school.
In summer of 1975 I completed a Ph.D. program in

Marine Resource Economics at the University of
Rhode Island, and took a faculty position at West-
ern Washington University in Bellingham, Wash-
ington. In 1977-78 I took leave for a year to sail
from Washington to Florida via the Panama Canal.
In 1978 I returned to WWU, teaching environ-
mental economics until 1982.
From 1982-2004 I was a studio potter, operating a cooperative art gallery in Laconner, Wash-
ington from 1985-95. From 1987-91 I trained in body-centered psychotherapy and maintained
a private practice in Bellingham for about ten years. In 1996 I took another position at WWU
until retirement in 2010.
My wife Pat and I met in 1981 and have now been together for 35 years. In 1995 we moved to
Lummi Island, a short ferry ride but a world away from mainland pressures. In 2005, on a
whim, we opened a part-time wine tasting room which has grown into a rich and valued com-
munity of friends.
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Kenneth Hansen
Summary
I came to Navy from John Muir High School in Pasadena, California with my Classmate and
lifelong friend, Bill Stedfield (22nd Company).
I was a walk-on on the basketball team after I led the plebe league in scoring, but an injury sent
me to intramurals where I had a lot more fun in a lot more sports. I think I am most proud that
the 20th Company became the Color Company 2nd
class year. (I am sure that we won because we were
so gung-ho???)
After graduation, I reported to Flight School in
Pensacola; my first son, Paul Edward Hansen
(named after Paul White and Eddie Walsh) was
born in Meridian; and I earned my wings in Bee-
ville, VT-25, in October 68. I became a
plowback instructor (plush duty!) and could
choose my next assignment, so I picked flying F4s out of Miramar Naval Air Station in San
Diego where my son Christian was born. Anxious to get us to our next squadron and off to
Vietnam, we were sent to Norfolk for our night carrier landings (last flying I ever did because I
contracted type one diabetes on that trip} and was medicaled out of the Navy in March of
71 (very lucrative as my first check was for a monthly amount of $209!!!!)
In the years that followed, I became an entrepreneur and took on several successful ventures. I
still live in the home I bought in 1975 - close to my sons and my two grandchildren.
In 2000, I married my high school sweetheart, Barbie Thompson, who shared many happy
times with us during my first two years at the Academy. Together we have enjoyed many re-
unions with the 20th Company, both in Annapolis and across the nation, and share our love of
USNA with anyone who will listen. I can still be caught shedding a tear every time I hear
Navy Blue and Gold and shout, Beat Army while wearing my beat army t-shirt.
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20th Company
Bob Havasy
Following graduation, I spent a fun first year coaching the plebe football team (71) then went
on to the Navy Supply Corps School in Athens, GA.
I was assigned to the USS Stone County (LST-1141) based in San Diego as the Supply/
Disbursing Officer. One year later, I was assigned
to the USS Colonial (LSD-27) also based in San
Diego as the Supply Officer. After de-
commissioning the Colonial, I was assigned to the
Naval Ships Systems Command in Crystal City, VA
(Arlington) in a number of jobs with the final one
being as a contract negotiator.
Upon leaving the Navy in May, 1972, I joined Sen-
sormatic Electronics Corporation, a publicly-held
company selling shoplifting detection systems. I
spent a fun 9 years with them, initially in New York City in various sales and sales manage-
ment roles. In June, 1977, I was promoted to set up and run the international division based in
Paris, France where I stayed until July, 1981. I set up and ran companies and distributors in
Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
I was married in Paris to Grace and our daughter, Danielle, was born there (our real French
Souvenir)!
I left Sensormatic and joined a real estate development company where I have, fundamentally,
remained. In the ensuing 30 + years, I have lived in Malta and London, England working on
developments in Malta, Sicily, Italy and The Canary Islands.
Since 1996, I have owned a company whose real estate niche is the development of commu-
nities for people 55+ (active-adults). Im still active and have no plans to retire.
Grace and I live on Long Island (since 1987) where I work with my son, Grant.
I have remained active in various alumni and class activities including being a Trustee in the
Athletic & Scholarship Program of the Foundation.
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James G. (Jim) Hicks
Following graduation, Jim remained at the Academy to train the in-coming plebe class (71) in YPs. He reported to NAS Pensacola
for flight training in September 1967. He stood #1 in every phase of his flight training. After earning his wings he was assigned to A
-7s in Lemoore, CA prior to completing legal officer training in Newport, RI.
Following RAG training in Lemoore, he was assigned to the VA-97 Warhawks and made a combat cruise on the Constellation.
While on a 2nd combat cruise on the Enterprise, he was selected for training at the British Empire Test Pilot School. As the top junior
officer in his squadron, he was within a week of leaving the squadron when he lost his life in an aircraft accident at sea on September
30, 1971.
Jims body was not recovered and his name is inscribed in Memorial Hall and on the Bodies Not Returned monument at the
USNA Cemetery.
Jim married Charlotte Curlett, who he met June Week, Plebe Year. They were married in the Navy Chapel on November 23, 1967.
Jim and Charlotte welcomed Kerry in 1968 and James Grayson II (Grayson) in 1971. Kerry graduated from UC Santa Barbara and
is married and living in San Francisco. Grayson graduated from Syracuse University, is married and lives in Washington, DC.
Charlotte subsequently married our Class President, Dave Church who was a widower.
One of our classmates had the following comments to make about the death of Jim: For all those who knew Jim, he was a gentle,
quiet, resourceful man, whose capability seemed unlimited as did his energy.
We, his classmates and companymates, remember him as a fun-loving 20th Company Bagger who was all-in academically and
athletically at school. We miss him and know that he will be watching over us as we gather for our 50 th Reunion.
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20th Company
Stephen Holl
I served 27 years after graduation. Most memorable tour: damage control assistant in Coral
Sea (CV-43). Commanded Mount Baker, an ammunition ship. Major command, Naval
Weapons Station Seal Beach, California. In 1994 I was senior CAPT and US representative
in the NATO command CinC Channel, when RIF'd.
Looked for work for two years; found a position as
a defense contractor. Still working in that line 20
years later. My wife of 48+ years, Kathleen, and I
live in Reston Virginia. Some remembrances of
times at sea:
Night bridge watch in a destroyer in a carrier

screen, changing station. Stiff wind, foul weather
jacket collar up. A grey shape marked only with a
ruby sidelight inches past enroute to a new station.
Pusan, Korea. Rounding the bow of Coral Sea, the Ageless Warrior, in an 80-foot liberty
boat. The North Pacific crossing was rough. A storm stove in the bottoms of sponsons. Rust
streaming out of the ship's ventilation intakes streaked the ship's bows, gave ageless new
meaning. Unbelievably tough customer. Proud to serve in her.
Standing on the flight deck, at night, with mist swirling around the island.
Night replenishment. Ship alongside has a ruby sidelight and green glowing light sticks out-
lining every railing, lifeboat, stanchion. Overhead two H-46 helicopters, lights flashing, are
conducting an aerial ballet in interlocking loops, lifting pallets from one deck and setting
them on the other. There has never been, and will never be, a light show to match.
A still night in the Eastern Mediterranean. A slight mist on the sea has erased the horizon.
Moon path, two bow wakes, ruler straight, timeless, absolutely still.
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George Barrett Lear, Jr.

Service History
1967 69: Navy Nuclear Power School / Submarine Pipeline
1969: Joined USS John Adams (SSBN620) in overhaul, Bremerton, WA
1970-72: USS John Adams (SSBN620) Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
1972-74: NROTC Unit Purdue University, Instructor and completed a
Master of Science
1974-77: USS Von Steuben (SSBN632), Navigator
1977-81: USS John Adams (SSBN620), Executive Officer
1982-85: USS Mariano G. Vallejo (SSBN642), Commanding Officer
1985-87: Commander Submarine Group 6 Staff Deputy for Readiness
1987-89: USS Alaska (SSBN732), Commanding Officer
1989-91: United States Naval Submarine School, Commanding Officer
1991-93: OPNAV Strategic Submarine Directorate (OP-21), Deputy
Director
1993-97: NROTC Unit, The George Washington University, Command-
ing Officer
September 1997 Retired from active duty
Joined Northeast Utilities in 1997 and moved to Connecticut to aid in
the recovery of Millstone Nuclear Power Station. Following the acquisition of Millstone by Dominion Virginia Power, transferred to
the Dominion Nuclear Corporate Center in Richmond, VA to lead the Nuclear Leadership Development Program. In 2006 took the
position of Manager, Nuclear Organizational Effectiveness at North Anna Nuclear Power Station. Retired from that position in July
2010, and consulted in the nuclear industry through January 2014. Now fully retired!

Carol and I were married in January 1968. We have two children: Kristi, born in January 1970 (Hawaii), and Michael, born in Au-
gust 1972 (Indiana). Kristi currently lives in Portland OR, where she works in the wood products industry and Michael lives in Wake
Forest, NC where he is a licensed Field Geologist. We have two grandchildren Kira and Aidan, whom we adore!
Retirement has been really wonderful! I have taken up the shooting sports as a hobby, an area I had never experienced previously. I
am a certified Range Safety Officer and active in the local Izaak Walton League. I also serve as the Chairman of the Board of a
400+ member homeowners association, a somewhat thankless but rewarding job. Carol and I travel as much as we can, including
three visits to Ireland since retirement from the Navy. We spend time on Lake Anna from spring through the fall. We also love to
ski each winter in New England, out west, or at our house in West Virginia. We really enjoy combined family vacations and try to
do a consolidated effort about once per year. My health has been very good, and though Carol has struggled a bit, she is a brave and
courageous soul who does all that she can!

August 63 visit by President Kennedy
The incredible sense of loss when President Kennedy was assassinated
Meeting and getting to know some of the finest people I shall ever meet
Walking out of the yard to see a movie in town
Cannonballs cheering on classmates who ate them all to carry-on!
Sub runs on weekends
Star Trek in the company wardroom
First Class Cruise on an SSBN in Hawaii
Becoming engaged during our graduation June Week
Buying my first new car 67 Oldsmobile 442
Bursting with pride while showing off the Academy to my sister and grandmother during graduation week
Commissioning with so many friends!

Moving the Long Lance torpedo to the company officers office plebe year
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Holding a classmate out of the window three stories up, in order to water balloon the room below though their open window with a
lacrosse stick
An endless stream of good humor from great classmates!
Many other evolutions for which the statue of limitations may not yet have run out!
BS USNA 1967, Naval Engineering
MS in Industrial Management, Krannert School, Purdue University - 1974
Service/USNA Awards
Legion of Merit (3 awards)
Meritorious Service Medal (3 awards)

Gold Submarine Dolphins
Gold SSBN Patrol Pin
Command-At-Sea Insignia
Command Ashore Insignia
Though I had scholarship offers, none of them provided a full ride and my family really was not in a position to provide a great
deal of assistance. I was seeking a top drawer education, and USNA offered me a high quality education with an opportunity to de-
velop my leadership skills at no cost, other than an obligation to serve. Who knew that I would fall in love with command-at-sea and
all that that entailed?

All of my expectations were exceeded! I made life-long friends, got a great education, was provided the opportunity to lead and
work with some of the best human beings on the planet, and had more fun doing it than you would think the law would allow!
Summary
Following graduation and NPS at Vallejo, I married the light of my life Carol Jean Van Hoven. After completing the remainder of
the nuclear pipeline, we were stationed in Hawaii (John Adams), where our daughter Kristi was born. Completing qualification as
Engineer, we went on to Purdue University, where my son Michael was born, and I taught and took a Master's degree. Then it was
off to South Carolina for almost 13 years in Charleston. I went from Navigator (Von Steuben) through XO (John Adams) - and CO
(Mariano G. Vallejo) as well as a tour on the Submarine Group 6 staff, before moving on to Trident command (Alaska) in Bangor,
WA.
Following two years in Bangor, I commanded the Naval Submarine School in Groton CT. I was then assigned as OP21B - Chief of
Staff for the Strategic Submarine Directorate at the Pentagon. Following that tour, I was offered command of the Naval ROTC unit
at the George Washington University, where I served the next four years teaching and interacting daily with college students heading
to a commission. A great capstone to my 30+ years of active duty!
Following retirement in September 1997, Carol and I moved to Connecticut where I joined Northeast Utilities and aided in the recov-
ery of Millstone Power Station. After Dominion Virginia Power bought Millstone, I transitioned to their Nuclear Corporate Center
in Virginia in 2002, to head their Leadership Development Training Program. I led that program until I accepted the position of
Manager, Nuclear Organizational Effectiveness at North Anna Nuclear Power Station in 2006. I retired from Dominion in 2010.
Carol and I are happily ensconced at Lake Anna and enjoy hosting our family, including grandchildren Kira and Aidan at the lake!
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Marc Lonesk
After graduation and receiving my wings and after completing Flight and Radar Approach
Schools, I was attached to NAS, Point Magu, CA for 2 years.I then had UH-1 training at Fort
Rucker, AL which led to a tour in Vietnam attached to the Navy Seawolves. I resigned my
commission in the summer of 1972 at which time, I returned home to Detroit where I spent a
year as an Athletic Director at a school. I managed to escape Detroit and moved to Kansas
City to manage a sand operation. I purchased Sturgis Sand with Ed Walsh, my 20 th Company-
mate, from the widow of Marvin Sturgis in September of 1976. We are still at it 40 years
later. Im married with 2 sons and 3 grandchildren.
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James McQueen
I was recruited to play football at Navy and attended NAPS. I

graduated in the upper half of the class, after a Plebe year in the
lower 10%. I am also pleased to be a 20th Company Bagger and
to enjoy the friendship and comradery of these guys for the last
50 years. My first ship was USS Northampton (CC-1), a Presi-
dential command ship, where I served initially as Communica-
tion Maintenance Officer and qualified OD. I was later pro-
moted to Department Head and took over the Admin Depart-
ment, where I was the only JO at Department Head meetings. I
then attended Supply Corps School after which I was assigned
to the USS Fort Snelling (LSD-30), out of Little Creek. I trans-
ferred to the Reserves in August 1971, and joined a USNR intel-
ligence unit in Lexington, where I attended the University of Kentucky College of Law.
I returned to WV and began practicing law in April 1974. I became a trial lawyer and de-
fended cases for the next 35 years. In 2010, I became Plaintiffs lawyer, and represented in-
jured people, workers, consumers and victims of corporate greed. I have participated in more
than 200 jury trials in both Federal and State Courts. I also serve as an expert witness in insur-
ance and legal ethics matters. I love my chosen profession and truly enjoy what I am now do-
ing. It is both psychologically satisfying and financially rewarding to help real people who are
in need and appreciate your efforts.
I am married to Amanda J. Davis, who is also my law partner, and we have twins, Maximus
(Max) and Magdalene (Maggie), age seven. We live in Milton, West Virginia. I am also the
father of four adult children (Jane, Jamie, and twins Stewart and Elizabeth).
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Calvin Meek
After graduation, I was assigned to the Truxtun (DLGN-35). Following two Vietnam deploy-
ments I met and married my wife, Linda, and then attended the Naval Postgraduate School and
Destroyer Department Head School. My subsequent active duty assignments were as Weapons
Officer on Rupertus (DD-851) and John R. Craig
(DD-885) and Chief Engineer on Fort Fisher (LSD-
40). My last active duty assignment was Academic
Director of Surface Warfare Officers School. I
transferred to the Naval Reserve in 1979. As a Re-
servist, I commanded three reserve units and one
commissioned unit and retired in 1991 as a Captain.
My civilian career included senior management po-

sitions in Project Management, Marketing and IT. I
also started a business in computer systems integra-
tion, which I sold after seven years. My last management position was in a subsidiary of Daim-
ler Benz from which I retired in 2009. I was an adjunct instructor teaching business and leader-
ship courses for 15 years at several junior colleges and at Washington State University until
2011.
I was also fortunate to serve on the Academy Selection Committee for our local Congressmen
for 15 years. My final paid job was as a campaign manager for a Washington State Representa-
tive in our local district.
I met my beautiful and talented wife in 1970 and we married after dating for two weeks. Now
46+ years later, we have two great children and three grandchildren. She retired from account-
ing work in 2015 but continues to be an avid fabric artist. We try to travel regionally and be-
yond whenever possible. Our most recent trip was to New York City where we sailed on a 10-
day cruise to see New England and Canadas colors of the fall. Our home is in Vancouver,
Washington and we are blessed to have our children and grandchildren living nearby.
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William (Bill) Pendleton

(Fenstermacher)
With one week to go before the board to complete

nuclear power training, I learned that I would not be
serving on conventional submarines as I had origi-
nally been told. I requested a transfer to the US
Army hoping that a friend of at the Pentagon could
make it happen. Given that this was after the Tet of-
fensive, I figured the Army was looking for volun-
teers. As a result, I was banished to a large amphib
(LPH). But the joke was on the detailer (sort of)
since the ship spent the winter sailing the Caribbean,
with the arduous assignment of protecting cruise
ships and sandy island beaches - it was a tough job,
but someone had to do it. My next assignment was
as Chief Engineer on USS Krishna (ARL-38) which
repaired steel hulled boats (ASPB, ATC(H), Monitors, Zippos, etc) in Vietnam. On the night of
July 6, 1970, a Viet Cong swimmer attached a mine to the ship that resulted in a 20 x 20 hole.
Fortunately I stayed awake in the seamanship class that discussed progressive flooding tech-
niques. I was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V for my actions that
included shifting and pumping overboard ballast and fuel to keep the ship afloat. My last tour
was in recruiting in Atlanta. This became a somewhat difficult job when the draft ended. After
leaving the Navy, my accounting instructor was a USNA grad that helped me obtain an MBA
from Harvard Business School. I eventually wound up in Houston, TX working for several oil
and gas suppliers but most of my time was spent with pressure relief valves made of exotic
materials such as titanium or super duplex, set as high as 18,000 psig with some selling for in
excess of $100,000.
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Thomas (Tom) Samolis
Service History
NAPS Bainbridge Md. 8/62-5/63
USNA Annapolis, Md. 6/63-6/67
Navy Supply Corps School, Athens, Ga. 7/67-12/67
USS Ashtabula (AO-51) Long Beach, Ca. 1/68-4/69
Naval Support Activity, Danang, RVN. 6/69-4/70
Defense Industrial Supply Center Philadelphia, Pa. 5/70-6/72
Various Sales/Management Positions, Rotating Machinery, and Syn-
thetic Lubricants Industries.
Presently involved in introducing a patented convex mirror glass into
the Transit, Mining, Construction. and Agricultural Industries.

All three categories. Receipt of orders to Danang, RVN. While on board
the USS Ashtabula (AO-51), I (take your pick) insulted, offended, or
irritated, the Commodores wife. Received orders to Danang within two
weeks of the confrontation.

Married 40 years to Mildred. Have one son, John. Two granddaughters
Sydney and Ellie
time?
Still employed. Spend my spare time restoring a 1966 Chrysler 300 con-
vertible.

First time I marched onto the Franklin Field stadium in Philadelphia for
the Army-Navy game and looked at 107,000 people. First and only time
I made a carrier landing during aviation summer. My pilot asked if I was
going to be a pilot. No sir, I have a bad right eye. He replied. I have one
too but what they dont know wont hurt them. He received wave offs
on the first two landing attempts. I then remembered that he said he had
a bad eye also. I thought, he cant see, he is going to kill both of us. Was
most relieved when he caught the wire on his third attempt. USNA
Graduation day 6/7/1967

Mandatory dance Lessons, Mandatory Tea Fight encounters.
Service/USNA Awards
Joint Service Commendation Medal, DISC, Phila. Navy Unit Commendation; with Combat V, Navy Achievement medal with Com-
bat V, Danang, RVN.
My desire to attend the USNA began at a very early age. When visiting relatives in South Philadelphia, I would ask my uncle to take
me down to the nearby docks. As I grew older, my interest in the sea and ships grew with me. I became aware of USNA around the
age of ten or eleven. I knew then, that I wanted to attend the USNA and make a career out of the Navy.

Did the academy meet my expectations? Yes, I would make that choice again in a heartbeat. My desire to leave the Navy after five
years was the result of numerous factors. The academy education, the active duty experiences, and lessons learned, have served me
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extremely well throughout my entire life.
Summary
After departing USNA, I attended the Navy Supply Corps School in Athens Ga. Upon graduation, I received orders to the USS Ash-
tabula (AO-51) in the shipyards at Todd Shipbuilding in Long Beach, where I served as Assistant Supply Officer. Ashtabula was in
the yards being converted to the newly envisioned Fleet Supply Ship. Began operating in the San Diego / Long Beach area and
shortly thereafter, I received orders to the US Naval Support Activity in Danang, RVN. as OIC Bridge Ramp Cargo Facility. Bridge
Ramp was a combination cargo handling facility and technical training school for Vietnamese nationals. I departed Danang and was
ordered to the Defense Industrial Supply Center in Philadelphia as a Contracting Officer. I attended various Army and Air Force Pro-
curement training schools in preparation for this assignment. At the end of my two-year tour of duty, I separated from the Navy and
began my civilian career.
I began working for the Ingersoll-Rand Co. in their Air Power Division and spent the next twenty-five years working in various ca-
pacities from Salesman to Subsidiary President for such companies as the Sullair Corporation, and Compair. I specialized in Indus-
trial Air Compressors, Industrial Compressed Air Systems and Compressed Air Equipment. My last three positions in the Com-
pressed Air Industry were with privately owned distribution companies for these compressor manufacturers.
I currently work for M-C North America Inc. as the Exec. V.P. / COO and share ownership for a U.S. Patent for Multi-Curvature
Convex Mirror Glass. We are a ten year old company and are introducing this unique convex mirror glass to the Mining and Con-
struction Equipment, Transit, Agricultural, and Transportation Industries both here in the US and Internationally. I find this business
both challenging and rewarding and look forward to eventually retiring in the next few years.
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Ed Walsh
After graduation I started flight training in Pensacola in the Summer of 1967. Subsequent
training sent me to Whiting Field, NAS Corpus Christi, and finally NAS Kingsville Texas,
where I received my wings in the Fall of 1968. Instead of joining the Fleet I remained in
Kingsville and was assigned to instructor duty as one of the
first plowbacks in VT-22. I remained in Kingsville as an in-
structor until the Spring of 1970 when I was assigned to the
RAG at Cecil Field in Jacksonville, Florida. Upon completion
of RAG training I joined VA-82, and A-7E squadron, and
made one cruise aboard the USS America in 1971.
I resigned from the Navy in Spring of 1972 and moved to
Kansas City where I worked in the banking business for 18
months. I next joined a large construction materials company
and worked there until 1980 dredging sand off the Missouri
and Kansas Rivers, quarrying limestone, and making concrete.
In 1980 I joined my classmate and partner, Marc Lonesk, in a
smaller building materials business we purchased in 1976.
Forty years later Marc and I are still partners and still selling
rock, sand, and stone products for residential and commercial construction.
My wife Jerri and I have 5 children, 10 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and at least one
more grandchild due in the Fall of 2016. A charter member of the 20th Company Baggers I
manage to keep in touch with classmates thru golfing events.
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Gary Clinton Wasson
Service and Family History

1963-1967 USNA, you know !!! yep, I count that (ENS USN)
1967-1968 pilot training, wings of gold October 1968 (LTjg USN)
1968-1970 plowback flight instructor VT-23 (TF-9J, TA-4J), Kings-
ville, TX
Married: Cathey Evelyn Tackett, January 1970, several
classmates present: Tim Ferguson, Ed Walsh, Ken Hansen,
George Hiduck, Rich Gouk, Mike Samuels, Bob Ryan
1971 VA-128 (A-6A) RAG student
Daughter: Brenda Evelyn Wasson born - September 1971
(LT USN)
1971-1974 VA-145 (A-6A) USS Ranger (CV-61), Viet Nam, pilot,
squadron LSO
1974-1976 VA-128 RAG (A-6E) flight instructor, RAG LSO, NA-
TOPS officer
Daughter: Dianna Marie Wasson born - August 1975
(LCDR USN)
1976-1979 CAG LSO (attack), CVW-2, CV-61, fly with VA-145 (A-
6E) and VAQ-137 (EA-6B), fam in A-7 with VA-113 and
VA-25
1980-1981 VA-145 (A-6E), aboard CV-61, squadron ops officer and
acting squadron XO awaiting orders to command
1981 VA-128 (A-6E) RAG fam refresher enroute new fleet
squadron (CDR USN)
1981-1984 VA-165 Boomers (A-6E) squadron XO/CO, aboard USS Constellation (CV-63) and USS Ranger (CV-61)
1984-1985 Student, Naval War College, Newport, RI, two masters degrees
1985-1987 first Air Boss USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), Newport News, VA new construction to operational
1987-1991 joint staff duty USCINCLANT, USACOM, USJFCOM Norfolk, VA (CAPT USN)
1991-1994 COMOPTEVFOR, Chief of Staff for Command, Control, Communications division, Navy and Marine Corps opera-
tional testing
1994 Triple Navy retirement with classmates Alan Lawver and Mike O'Hearn - Denny McGinn was retirement officer and
speaker ...
1994-2011 contractor, three companies supporting US Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM), joint doctrine analysis
Death of spouse: Cathey Evelyn Tackett Wasson - heart attack following long-term illness - December 2009
(USN retired with job)
2011-2016 primarily work with local parish and as officer in Knights of Columbus council conducting volunteer service related
tasks (retire... retired)
After marrying Cathey in 1970 (Kingsville, TX), we received orders to NAS Whidbey Island, Oak Harbor, WA where we home-
steaded from late 1970- July 1984. Several cruises and squadrons made me and the Navy happy while Cathey and our two daughters
were able to have a stable environment for the children's early years.
In 1984, the Navy sent me to War College and we, the family, had old roots replaced by new ones. Only a year later orders to new
construction USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) Newport News, Virginia as the first Air Officer (Air Boss) and we started what we
thought was a short duration tour. We bought a Virginia Beach home in 1987 and I'm still residing in it in 2016.
Sorry to inform those who are reading this for the first time, I lost my wife of 40 years, Cathey, in 2009 to a long term illness and
subsequent heart attack. My daughters and sons-in-law have been my "rock" and have provided me four wonderful grandchildren.
The oldest is beginning high school and the youngest third grade. THANK GOD for children and grandchildren.
I am doing fine so far (no life threatening illness that I know of) and live just ten minutes from one daughter and her family and five
hours from the other. Life is good.
I spend my retirement primarily working with my Knights of Columbus council. I am currently the treasurer. I keep volunteering
and getting reelected ... <smile> starting year five ... brag, brag ... was just named "Knight of the Year" for my council ... a surprise
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and humbling award ... well, you asked what was unusual and memorable to me ...
I look forward to reconnecting with many of you (especially Baggers) during our 50th reunion.
Most Vivid/Fondest Memories of USNA: graduation !!!! by far !!!!
Humorous Memories of USNA: The "Baggers" of the 20th Company kept me sane, many laughs, parties, and good times ... thank
you bagger classmates ...
Awards Received
Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal (two awards), two indi-
vidual and two strike flight Air Medals, Battle "E" award and several unit, service, and campaign awards.
Academic Achievement: Master of Arts (International Relations) Salve Regina College, Newport, RI and Master of Arts in Na-
tional Security and Strategic Studies: US Naval War College, Newport, RI - 1985
Uniform Breast Insignia: Naval Aviator Wings - pilot 1310
One year at University of Wyoming, running out of money, and the draft options influenced me greatly. As an Army brat you will
know how much "Navy" I knew when on my first day at USNA my second class plebe detail asked me: "Who is the CNO?" My
answer: "Sir, what is a CNO, Sir?" ... obviously, wrong answer, and, a lot to learn.

For the most part, I loved both USNA and the Navy. Both were good to me and my family.
Summary
After graduation, and completing flight straining, I was immediately ordered as a "plowback" flight instructor for two years. I met
and married Cathey Evelyn Tackett in 1970. After a thousand hours in the training command Cathey and I departed for NAS Whid-
bey Island, Oak Harbor, Washington where I completed multiple squadron tours in the A-6A and A-6E Intruder, with one tour to
Yankee Station off Viet Nam for Linebacker II. Gary and Cathey were blessed with two daughters in 1971 and 1975. My duties
included pilot, squadron, RAG, and CAG LSO, and command of VA-165 Boomers. After 17 years of continuous flying, the family
and I moved to Newport, RI for Naval War College. After a year of studies and two masters degrees, we moved to Virginia Beach
where three full tours (9 years) of duty included first Air Boss of new construction USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), Newport
News, VA; joint duty in Norfolk, VA and finally command and control chief at Navy and Marine Corps operational testing force.
We settled in Virginia Beach, bought a home, and, thirty years later I am still living in that home.
Navy retirement in 1994 was followed by working 17 years as a civilian contractor for three companies supporting USJFCOM in
joint doctrine analysis. In 2011, I retire-retired.
I currently work with local parish and as officer in Knights of Columbus council conducting volunteer service related tasks
Personal note: I lost Cathey to long-term illness and a heart attack in 2009 after 40 years of marriage. I plan to take Cathey to the
USNA columbarium "at a date to be determined and known only to my Lord." Cathey will most certainly be "by my
side" - probably kicking me from time to time - for eternity.
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Paul White
After graduation, I went through flight training at Pensacola, Meridian and Beeville and re-
ceived orders to VC-1, Barbers Point, HI, where I flew F-8s and A-4s from 1969 to 1971. I
transferred to NAS Miramar for transition to F-4s at VF-121. I separated from Naval Service in
May 1972.
I went to work for Exxon in Los Angeles as a construction en-

gineer with full intentions of working in CA for a long time.
Nine months later, I was transferred to Exxons headquarters in
Houston, where I spent the majority of my career. In my 32
years at Exxon, I had numerous management assignments in
sales, operations, planning, and marketing. Most significant
were Manager of US fuels distribution operations, Sales and
Marketing Manager for the US Natural Gas business and Ex-
ecutive Assistant to the President during the Valdez oil spill
and subsequent Congressional hearings in 1989. Following the
merger of Exxon and Mobil in December 1999, I transferred to
Mobils headquarters in Fairfax, VA and became North Ameri-
can Manager for ExxonMobils combined Lubricants and Spe-
cialties distributor business.
Following retirement in 2014, Diana, my beautiful bride of 47 years, and I moved back to The
Woodlands, Texas. We have two great sons, Mike and Andy, and two wonderful grandchildren,
Sophia and Brody, who fortunately live near by.
Since returning to Texas, I did a little management consulting and then spent about 18 months
doing post-Katrina housing coordination for displaced people from New Orleans. Currently
involved with the establishment of a new chapter of the Houston World Affairs Council in The
Woodlands. Diana stays active with tennis and singing. I stay busy with tennis and golf. The
latter has allowed me the opportunity and privilege to see numerous classmates over the years.
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James R. (Jim) Wickes
Jim, the son of a Baptist Minister, came to USNA from Moab, Utah, after a year at Baylor University. He brought with him, his
western twang, a great attitude, strong values, infectious enthusiasm, and boundless determination. He immediately endeared himself
to his company classmates as a loyal friend and leader and was, unquestionably, the most squared away of all the 20 th Company
Baggers.
Encouraged by his uncle, John Jeffries, a Class of 1952 Naval Aviator, Jim set his sights on also becoming a Navy Pilot. He success-
fully navigated the rigors of Aeronautical Engineering, and experienced the happiest day of his Academy life when he received his
flight training date in Pensacola. The second happiest day came when Jim, the 20 th Company designated motorhead, took delivery
of his brand new forest green 427 Corvette Stingray convertible in the spring of 1967.
Following graduation, Jim headed to the beaches of San Diego for the last of the Bagger post-graduation bashes and then off to Pen-
sacola. He proved to be a natural and progressed rapidly though training and received his wings in October 1968. Along the way, he
met the love of his life, Sue Tenant, and they were soon married. Jim stayed in the training command as an instructor and then re-
ceived orders to VA-122 at NAS Lemoore for A-7 training.
On July 2, 1971, Jim volunteered to participate in the search for a private aircraft, which had gone missing on June 26. The aircraft
was carrying four passengers, three of whom were Navy pilots from NAS Lemoore. Jim and an observer took off in a T-28 to con-
duct a visual search of an area east of Fresno in the rugged Sierra Nevada Mountains and subsequently crashed into a heavily
wooded ridge. The observer survived but Jim was killed in the crash.
Following a memorial service at NAS Lemoore, attended by many of his Academy classmates, Jim was buried at Arlington National
Cemetery.
We miss him but are consoled by the fact that he died doing what he loved, flying and helping!
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Jeff Young
Summary
Following graduation from the Academy, and a try
at Nuclear Power School, he reported to the de-
stroyer, USS Braine (DD-630) based in San Diego.
He first served as the Main Propulsion Assistant
and then as First Lieutenant.
When Braine was transferred to the Reserve Fleet
in Portland, Oregon, Jeff received orders to the
USS Fort Mandan (LSD-21) out of Little Creek, VA
to serve a tour of duty as Engineering Officer. A
brief stint at the Naval Operating Base in Norfolk,
VA preceded orders to the Navy Supply Corps
School in Athens, GA. There, as a line transfer,
Jeff successfully completed the Basic Qualification
Course. He then reported for his final tour of active
duty as the Supply Officer of the fleet oiler USS
Ponchatoula (AO-148) based in Pearl Harbor, Ha-
waii. He resigned his commission and was honora-
bly discharged on October 29, 1973.
Returning to civilian life, Jeff worked for several
years in the banking industry culminating in his appointment as branch office manager of a lo-
cal bank in Indianapolis. Along the way, he took time to complete his Master of Business Ad-
ministration (MBA) degree at Indiana University.
Jeff participated for several years in the Naval Reserve in Indianapolis and through this affilia-
tion, pursued a new career with the Naval Avionics Center (NAC), later reorganized as the Na-
val Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division, (NAWCAD) Indianapolis, where he retired as a Con-
tract Administrator in the Project Procurement Division.
In semi-retirement, Jeff tried his hand at various jobs, but ultimately found his niche as a sea-
sonal temp with Kelly Services, scoring standardized scholastic achievement tests before re-
tiring altogether.
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Rick Amber
Upon graduation, Rick reported to Pensacola in pursuit of his pilot wings; he earned them in late 1969. He moved on to F-8
replacement training at NAS Miramar and eventual assignment to VF-211 on USS Hancock (CV-19), operating F-8Js off the
coast of Vietnam. Returning from a mission on 16 March 1971, Rick ejected after his aircraft struck the deck and suffered a
broken neck when he hit the carrier superstructure. After multiple surgeries and a long recovery period in the VA hospital in
Long Beach, in late 1972 he was medically discharged from the Navy. Paralyzed from the chest down, he had limited use of
his arms and hands.
He returned to his boyhood home in Dallas, first living with his mother, then moving into an apartment by himself and attend-
ing school. He eventually earned his masters in Environmental Management. He became close friends with Irma, his next-
door neighbor; they were married in May 1977. After years of intense rehabilitation, Rick was able to regain use of his arms
and hands and was able to use a wheelchair. He returned to school at SMU and earned a BFA in communications. He went to
work for Warner Amex, producing cable access programming. He also became a national spokesman for the wheelchair dis-
abled, testifying in front of local councils and advisory panels about the need for wheelchair accessible buildings.
Wanting to return to the air, Rick was able to update his pilots licenses and, with the use of hand controls to operate the rud-
der pedals, he once again fully qualified fly solo.
After years of teaching handicapped children to play tennis, and winning the U.S. Open National Championship in quad dou-
bles three times in the early Nineties, he decided to continue his goal of giving back to kids with similar disabilities and
founded Challenge Air. He purchased a Cessna 177 Cardinal and eventually flew more than 3,000 kids in more than a dozen
states around the country. In 1996, he received the Humanitarian of the Year award presented by Chuck Yeager while at the
annual Fly-In Convention in Oshkosh, WI..
In late 1996, during recovery from a skydiving accident, Rick was diagnosed with a rare form of bladder cancer and soon be-
gan an arduous treatment program. After six months of heroic efforts to overcome the disease, Rick died on May 3, 1997. He
left behind a strong Board of Directors that continue to operate Challenge Air to this day. Etched into one side of Ricks head-
stone is a pair of Navy wings; on the other side is a Jewish star. Not surprisingly, his gravesite is wheelchair accessible
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Robert Bossert
Published in the Courier Journal, Rochester, NY on July 16, 1965
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Ray Clatworthy
Ray graduated from the academy in 1967 and took his commission as an officer in the United States Marine
Corps. During his five years of military service, he flew high performance jets. Ray left the service in 1972
with the rank of Captain, USMC. In 1965, he met his future wife Judy on a blind date while she was a student
at the University of Maryland and he was a midshipman.
They were married in 1967 and have three children: John,
Molly, Michael and a grandson John Jr.
Ray and Judy moved to Delaware in 1972 in order to open a

business and raise their family. Since that time, Ray has es-
tablished business interests in restaurants, real estate, radio
and financial services. He has served as a board member for
the Delaware Restaurant Association, Delaware Chapter of
National Federation of Independent Businesses and for Del-
marva Limited Financial Services.
Community service has been an important part of Ray Clatworthy's experience. He has served as a board
member for the following organizations: Kent General Hospital, Medical Alternative Care, Dover Radiology,
and the Central Delaware YMCA.
Ray served as a member of former Governor Castle's Education Finance Reform Committee and currently
serves on the Board of Diamond Bay Academy, a prospective charter school.
In 1997, Ray had the privilege of starting the One Church One Family Foundation. Its goal is to encourage
every church in Delaware to adopt a welfare family and lead that family to self-sufficiency. That project now
boasts 84 community-based churches that are committed to making a lasting and meaningful difference.
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Michael M. (Mike) Egnotovich
Published in Scranton Times on November 18, 2012
Michael M. Egnotovich, 68, of Bristow, Va., died Thursday, November 1, after an accident at
home. Michael was born in Carbondale, on September 14, 1944, the first child of the late Mi-
chael and Anna Egnotovich of Simpson. He was salutatorian of the class of 1962, Fell High
School, Simpson, and attended Pennsylvania State University prior to entering the Naval Acad-
emy. A graduate of the Naval Academy in 1967, he was married in the Academy Chapel to the
late Stephanie Dobrzynski. While serving as a Tactical Coordinator and Mission Commander
in Brunswick, Maine, he earned a BBS in Business Management at New Hampshire College.
He was then assigned as an ROTC instructor at Iowa State University, where he earned an MS
in Computer Science. Mike was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1975. Mike continued
his service to his country in the Naval Reserve and retired with the rank of Captain in July
1997.
He first worked for Pacer Systems, Fort Washington, PA, quickly rising to business area man-
ager. He then earned an MBA from Temple University. In 1992, he was Vice President of Busi-
ness Development and Operations at Systems Integration, Washington, D.C., where he saw the
company's growth to more than 200 employees, from the 65 when he began. Mike then be-
came Director of Account Management at Systems and Software Consortium and later joined
Binary Group, retiring in October (2012). Mike's career success was further highlighted by his
active participation in several professional associations.
Mike loved baseball and shared that love with his children and grandchildren, always favoring
the St. Louis Cardinals. His love of science fiction, technology and gadgets made for interest-
ing conversations with family and friends alike. Mike is survived by his wife, Betty; two sons,
Mike and Jon, their wives, Claudia and Kelly; and five grandchildren.
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David H. (Dave) Finney
Following graduation Dave entered flight training in Pensacola, Florida and received his wings in October 1968. He joined VA-153
at NAS Lemoore, CA in June of 1969. Flying A-7'S. He flew 75 combat missions in Southeast Asia aboard the USS Oriskany.
He graduated with distinction from the Naval Post Gradate School in March 1973 with a Master's in Aeronautical Engineering. He
then served as a projects officer in VX-5 at the Naval Weapons Center China Lake, CA until October 1975. In April 1976 he re-
turned to sea with VA-56 aboard the USS Midway homeported in Yokosuka, Japan.
Dave graduated from the British Empire Test Pilot School in December 1979. He assumed command of V-82 at Cecil Field in 1982
making two Mediterranean cruises aboard the USS Nimitz. He returned to the Naval Air Test Center in Patuxent River, Md serving
as Head of Carrier Suitability and Chief Test Pilot of Strike Directorate.
He retired in 1987 and joined NASA as a research pilot. In 1994 he was selected as the Chief of Aircraft Operations at the Senior
Executive level. He retired in July of 2008.
Dave flew over 8000 hours in 30 types of aircraft and made over 1000 carrier landings.He was authorized to wear the Meritorious
Service medal, was awarded seven air medals, the Navy Commendation medal, the Navy Achievement medal and Battle E.
In 2008 he received the Federal Aviation Manager of the year award. Other awards include the NASA Distinguished Service medal,
the NASA Outstanding Leadership, the Superior Accomplishment Award and the Aviation Safety Award. His favorite NASA flying
was ferrying the Space Shuttle atop the 747. In retirement Dave completed a vacation home on his grandparents farm in Kentucky
where the family continues to gather and farm.
Dave married Jill Foshee of Pensacola, Florida in 1969. They have three sons, Cdr Matthew Finney (Ret), Cdr Benjamin Finney and
Nathaniel Finney. He has five grandchildren. Dave passed away on December 11, 2010 in Kentucky.
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Justin Fitzgerald
Justin, 67, started on the path of his new journey to be with God on February 2, 2012. He al-
ways enjoyed the adventures he had in his childhood while his family was stationed abroad.
Justin graduated from the Naval Academy and served our country as a Naval Officer. He ap-
preciated a long career with the Salt River Project*. He enjoyed sharing his talents and time
with others in many leadership roles in the workplace and community at large. His most pas-
sionate role was in service to God as the Choir Director of Our Lady of Quito Parish. He was
truly delighted by teaching the faith and celebrating the mass with music.
Justin is survived by his lifelong friend Kristie and his son Bryan. Also surviving are his mom
Mary; his sisters Ann-Marie, Maureen and Kit; and his brother Mike. Justin joins his father
John.
* The Salt River Project (SRP) is the umbrella name for two separate entities: the Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement and
Power District, an agency of the state of Arizona that serves as an electrical utility for the Phoenix metropolitan area, and the Salt
River Valley Water Users' Association, a utility cooperative that serves as the primary water provider for much of central Arizona. It
is one of the primary public utility companies in Arizona.
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Philroy Roy C. Gale III

Service History
1963-67 USNA (21st Company)
Nuclear Power School, Mare Island Naval Shipyard (July 67 Jan 68)
Nuclear Power S5G Prototype, Idaho Falls, ID (Feb 68 Jul 68)
Sub School, Groton, CT (Aug 68 Jan 69)
USS Narwhal (SSN671), Groton, CT (Feb 69 Jul 72)
Harvard Business School Year, Boston, MA (Sep 72 May 74) No
idea how I got accepted into this prestigious institution but I was in awe
of my professors and classmates who included Mitt Romney, George
Bush and several 67 Classmates. Turns out after Harvard and Yale un-
dergrads, the Naval Academy is routinely the next largest group of un-
dergrads entering Harvard. With the amazing case study method, the
students taught each other providing insights that were routinely beyond
the professorss.
Temporary Duty as LT, USN, Instructor at Officer Candidate School,
Newport, RI
(Jun 73 Aug 73). Possibly the most fun job in my entire career. Every
day I got to show movies of Naval warships in action, eat as much lob-
ster as possible, sail Narraganset Bay, and play tennis on meticulously
cared for red clay tennis courts.
Engineering, Operations, Sales and Marketing Positions in SF Bay Area. This is what the Academy and my Navy experience
equipped me to handle way beyond my wildest expectations.
1994-2014 The absolute best job of my life starting a sales office from scratch and building a surprisingly successfully business and
staff at Air Treatment Corporation, Sacramento, CA (Applied Equipment Manufacturers Rep-20 yrs.)
1976-1993 Wide variety of intense, exciting, fascinating and fulfilling jobs including:
OCLI, Santa Rosa, CA (Hi-Tech Operations and Sales & Marketing-8 yrs) where we developed still-in-use anti-counterfeit devices
for US and foreign Currencies.
Drexler Technology, Mountain View, CA (Hi-Tech Operations-2 yrs) where we developed early optical data technology for credit
card sized devices.
Sullivan Industries, Sonoma, CA (Operations Manager for Military Production Contract-5 yrs) providing US design, military camou-
flage screening systems contract to Jordan. The project started with an empty field in Sonoma where we put up facilities, hired and
trained a complete organization from scratch and finished ahead of schedule and under budget several years later.
DL Bracken Company, San Francisco, CA (Industrial Equipment Sales-2 yrs) for power industry, refineries and industrial applica-
tions.
Bechtel Corporation, San Francisco, CA (Mechanical Design Engineer-2 yrs) providing licensing support and mechanical design for
Skagit Nuclear Power Plant.

Long Term Volunteer Member of the Squaw Valley Ski Patrol - The common thread life pursuit running through all my jobs and life
experiences after the Navy is my volunteer work on the ski patrol at Squaw Valley (site of the 1960 Olympics) near Lake Tahoe
working primarily on winter weekends and holidays for the past 40 years. The training for emergency medical, skiing, sled han-
dling, and avalanche explosives is awesome and inspirational.
As a member of the Squaw Valley Ski Patrol, I have received the Wooden Radio Award (annual fun award) several times for using
less than proper radio protocol and also the Ah Sh#t Award (annual fun award and plaque) for finding myself in unanticipated, unde-
sirable, unfortunate, potentially embarrassing, and challenging situations that my fellow patrollers found out about. I will participate
in this organization for as long as I physically can.
I continue to pursue high level athletic activities in local tennis leagues, cycling, and skiing. Our Novato, CA location in the San
Francisco North Bay area provides us access to some of the worlds best hiking, mountain biking, road biking and sailing. I raced
mountain bikes for many years up until last year.
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I met my wife, Charlene, in 1969 in my first duty station at Mare Island Naval Shipyard while 67 Classmate Pat Brown and I were
riding our motorcycles through Vallejo. Charlene and I were married in 1969 with a sword arch wedding at the New London, CT
Submarine Base Chapel with Pat Brown as our best man. We just celebrated our 46 th Anniversary on the Rhone River in France
surrounded by Alumni from 58, 64, 65 and 66. Daughter, Lorraine, lives close by and is the Controller for an Engineering Consult-
ing Company. Son, Philroy IV Roy, lives in San Francisco and provides Administrative Services for Hi-Tech companies. No
grandchildren yet but we remain hopeful.
Having been retired for a year, I have ramped up my ski days, mountain and road cycling miles, tennis games and hiking miles. Cur-
rently managing some rental remodeling projects in Napa where we also have a 2 nd get away home. I continue to work on the Squaw
Valley Ski Patrol in the winter.
Most Vivid Memories of USNA:

As a Youngster, I was stunned to learn about the death of President Kennedy while returning from class on Stribling Walk.
Fondest Memories of USNA:

Rick Amber, Dave Finney, Ron Cornetta and I went skiing in Southern Vermont during spring break first class year. We had
planned on finding a hotel/motel close by some ski area to camp out. Well, turns out, every place we stopped was filled up. Late
Friday night, we pulled into Magic Mountain, the last ski area around, and received the same info no vacancies. While speaking
with the manager, he asked us where we were from. Upon learning that we were from the Naval Academy, he quickly changed his
mind and gave us the keys to some rental apartments in a small town close by that were normally closed for the winter. The cost was
minimal and we were centrally located to all the ski areas we were planning on skiing. That managers actions were a tribute to the
incredible respect the Naval Academy and its graduates carry throughout the communities and walks of life in America.

My wonderful and amazing first class year roommate, Rick Amber, and I were always playing jokes on each other and many times
we laughed so hard we had tears flowing.
One example - Rick knew a marvelous amount about music, songs and singers. I didnt have the recall that he did. Every night we
had the radio on and a contest going as to who could name the singer and song first. Rick was so good and I was so bad that he had
to give me 30 seconds head start. During that 30 seconds, Rick would just about fall out of his chair laughing, chiding me I cant
believe you dont know that! and waiting for the 30 seconds to end with the answer on the tip of his tongue. Wed both howl with
laughter.
Another example - Somehow we got into the habit of responding whenever one of us said what did he say? with the first line of a
popular Motown song You cant hurry love. That evolved to an ongoing contest to trick the other into asking what did he say?
so the initiator could respond with the now very worn out line of you cant hurry love. We went to amazing lengths to trick the
other. Like, Id rush into the room and say Hey Rick, I got the homework answer from John, to which the Rick would inadver-
tently say what did he say and then realize he had been had. Rick would wait a week or two, come in and announce that I had just
been put on report by someone. Id ask what for and Rick would say so and so just told me. And then Id ask what did he
say? and then I knew Id been had. Wed roar together. That went back for forth for months. We had so much fun.
Rick and I stayed in touch as much as possible. He flew F-8 Crusaders over Vietnam and was tragically paralyzed in 1971 during an
unnecessary LSO paddle-guided landing on the USS Hancock when the optical system was OOC.
Upon leaving the Navy, Rick turned his energies in new directions, went back to school and earned a Master's of Science degree in
Environmental Science from the University of Texas - Dallas (1978) and Bachelor of Fine Arts from SMU (1984). Then he turned
to teaching and helping special needs children in a nonprofit program called Challenge Air. His contributions in these areas and oth-
ers were amazing, awesome and inspirational. I am hoping they are detailed separately in his section of the 50 th Yearbook.
I later saw Rick in Texas and in Berkeley, CA. Despite his physical challenge, his spirits remained enormously and delightfully
high. He passed away far too early in 1997.
The other two classmates I had a lot of fun with were Ray Clatworthy and Jim Goebel. They were skilled pranksters as well and I
could never rest waiting for what they would do next. I tried to get back at them but it was a losing battle. During our first class
year, we all had cars early and visited DC and surrounding Annapolis neighborhood bars routinely. Returning on time with them
was always a challenge. It was also a lot of fun getting to know their dates at the time and wives later, Judy and Susan. They were
all another tremendous source of fun times at the Academy and later.
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The best and most hilarious story about Ray and Jim that I remember is their coming back late on a Sat. night and being chased by,
and I mean running away from, the officer of the watch and his midshipman assistant. They figured they had about a floor advantage
and they had to go the 4th deck. Slightly out of sight, they dashed into their room, jumped in their sacks with clothes/shoes on, lights
off and assumed the most deep sleep position they could come up with. The OOW opened the doors on every room to see if there
was any sign of someone just returning. Ray and Jim pulled it off. Good thing the OOW or midshipman assistant did not announce
attention on deck. Otherwise, there might have been June Week restriction.
One of the craziest things I remember is Jim Goebel showing me a new place to sunbathe the skylight on Memorial Hall! There
was a route from a ceiling access panel on the 4 th deck of the Rotunda to a ladder that lead to the top of Memorial Hall. We just
spread our towels over the skylight and soak up the rays. It was never crowded and the views were spectacular.
My Dad was a member of the Class of 1945, participated on the Polaris Program under VADM Raborn, was on the USS George
Washington when it launched the first missile from underwater off Cocoa Beach FL, commanded two fleet submarines, and finished
his Navy Career as Weapons Officer for the Polaris Flotilla in Charleston, SC. I wanted to attend the Naval Academy and serve on
submarines for as long as I can remember. I read Run Silent Run Deep in elementary school. Classmate and Rear Admiral Chuck
Beers and I went to Norfolk elementary and junior high schools together and both pledged to meet at the Academy, which we did. I
initially wanted to pursue the same rewarding career as my Dad.
Did the academy experience satisfy your expectations? .

The Academy completed satisfied my expectations for preparing me for the Fleet. My submarine duty remains the most intense and
exciting experience of my life. Although I loved the Navy, I sensed that I needed new challenges in different directions. It was a
tough decision to leave the Navy.
With the benefit of the best MBA in the world from Harvard (not sure how I was accepted at this prestigious institution), I took a
chancy leap and moved forward into business. Over time I realized that I worked best on my own or in small organizations where
policies and decisions were developed on the fly.
That trend culminated in my last job where I started a commercial Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning equipment sales office
in 1994 from scratch in a new geographic location (Sacramento) with which I was not familiar, in a new industry requiring refresh-
ing engineering skills not used for over 20 years, in a new market of consulting engineers, contractors and owners where I had no
contacts or experience. In spite of these challenges, I had to turn things around pretty quickly as I was on straight commission.
Turns out, I was singularly equipped with my Academy general engineering degree and my Navy hands-on experience to size up any
engineering, construction, or contractual issue very quickly. One of the surprising aspects of this job was I realized that the profit
motive and bottom line focus were not a top priority for me. I didnt forget about them but my business priorities were to do the
right things morally and ethically, always provide more than expected (where possible) to Customers and Team Members and have
some fun in the process. Fortunately, those priorities resulted in remarkable business levels.
Applying that philosophy over 20 years, our Team gained long term respect and trust and our small office developed from one indi-
vidual with a handful of products and a Mail Boxes Etc. office into a Dynamic Team with a full array of HVAC System products and
one of the best reputations in the area. At the same time, I maintained personal priorities for my family and other non-business pur-
suits that made life an absolute joy.
Catalyst for Change

I am reminded of a high intensity, 3-day sales seminar I attended in 2012. One of the homework assignments was to bring images to
class that I could focus on to help me achieve difficult objectives. That evening, after not too much thought, I came up with a list of
outstanding leaders that have pursued difficult situations in spite of risks and I grabbed internet photos of Captain John Paul Jones,
Cdr Mush Morton (CO of WWII Submarine USS Wahoo), Adm Richard OKane (XO of WWII Submarines USS Wahoo, CO of
USS Tang), Gen Colin Powell, Adm Hyman Rickover, Cdr John Wesley Harvey (CO of USS Thresher) and even Col Oliver North.
Ollie got some tough marching orders at the White House and his follow-through, in my opinion, was clearly in synch with the Take
a Message to Garcia culture driven into us daily at the Academy. The concept: when things got tough, I would look to these leaders
as mentors and examples on how to achieve extremely challenging objectives amidst heavy odds. Years later I added LCDR George
DeLong of the USS Jeannette Arctic Expedition to this list. (I never fully appreciated the USS Jeannette Monument at the Academy
until years later.)
Well, the seminar leader just about dropped his jaw onto the floor. He couldnt believe how weirdly and inappropriately (in his
view) I had responded to the assignment. He was expecting participants, and most did, provide images of large yachts, huge vaca-
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tion homes, etc., things they would purchase with the proceeds of reaching difficult objectives. Hey, I was immensely proud of my
contribution and the fact that it was different and nonmonetary. In addition, I gained considerable respect from seminar participants.
That folder of photos remains on my desk. I think about those amazing leaders routinely. In summary, my Naval Academy and
growing up family experiences provided the catalyst for taking new directions in life where guidelines were few and integrity and
follow-through were paramount in achieving change and success.
Summary
What a lucky, extraordinary life we have pursued! Navy included Nuclear Power School Vallejo-Idaho, USS Narwhal (SSN-671)
New London, and Instructor OCS Newport. Next came Harvard Business School (not sure how I got into this prestigious institution)
providing transition to my business career which included wildly fascinating operations, sales and marketing positions with San
Francisco Bay Area Hi-Tech and commercial construction firms. Retired in 2014, after starting a construction industry sales office
from scratch in 1994 and somehow building it into a dynamic, highly successful sales Team. I remain a 40 year volunteer member
of the Ski Patrol at the Squaw Valley Ski Area (site of the 1960 Olympics) near Lake Tahoe. Met my future wife Charlene in
Vallejo in 1967 while Classmate Pat Brown and I were touring Vallejo on motorcycles. We were married with a sword arch wed-
ding in the New London Submarine Base Chapel in 1969. Just celebrated our 46 th anniversary in Paris. Daughter Lorraine and son
Roy are close by. Our Novato home in SF North Bay Area is ideally located in the center of our universe just 30 minutes away from
SF, the Pacific coast and Napa-Sonoma wine country. We are surrounded by and actively pursue world-class hiking, biking and
sailing. I daily marvel at the awesome path provided me to have such a wonderful family, achieve academic, US Navy, business and
personal goals beyond my expectations and be connected with such an elite group of Classmates, men and women in the Navy and
civilian worlds. Its clear to me the Naval Academy was the catalyst that made all of these things possible. Go Navy!
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James Jim Goebel

Academy Expectations
My Academy expectations were nil because I had no idea what was
ahead of me. Prep school was a Godsend as I met a great group of guys,
many of whom are still best friends today.
My trek to USNA began when a Navy football staff recruiter named

Don Ross talked to my high school football coach in 1961 at Beall High
School in Frostburg Md. He asked the coach if he had any decent play-
ers with good grades and I was on my way when he submitted my cre-
dentials. I joined the local Navy reserve unit, went to boot camp at Great
Lakes Illinois, took some SATs and got into prep school at Bainbridge,
MD as a Seaman Recruit. There I played some football and lacrosse and
studied for additional SATs to secure a USNA SECNAV appointment,
which I did. I was off to USNA the summer of 63, assigned to the 13 th
CO, and later changed to the 21st CO.
Service History
1963-US Naval Prep School, Bainbridge, MD
1963-1967 - USNA, 21st CO
1967- The Basic School, Quantico, VA
1968-1969 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, Cherry Point, NC. and Vietnam
1970-RedEye Gunners School, 29 Palms, CA and MC Base Quantico Football
1971- Air Traffic Control Officers School Glynco GA
1972- Amphibious Warfare School, Quantico, VA
1975-1977-Naval Post Graduate School Monterey, CA (Applied Mathematics)
1978-1979-1st MAW FMFPAC, Okinawa
1979-1983- HQMC, Alexandria, VA
1983-1987- Marine Corps Finance Center, KC, MO
1987-1990- FMFLANT, Norfolk, VA(Retired 31 July)
Career Occupational Specialties Held

Data Systems Officer, Support Control Officer, Statistics Officer
Initially, after graduation, I was trained in air support and air control working in Marine Air Support Squadrons. I was assigned to a
Helicopter Direction Center and a Tactical Air Command Center in Vietnam. After grad school At Monterey, I worked as a Statistics
Officer at HQMC and a Data Systems Officer at the Marine Corp Finance Center in Kansas City, MO.

Susan and I attended high school together and lived a mile apart in Frostburg MD. I played football and she was a cheerleader. She
attended the University of Maryland while I was at USNA and we would see each other when I would accidently go through a gate
that got me into town where we met in my new car (396 Impala SS) that she graciously kept for me over the weekends. That way she
could bring her dorm mates to Annapolis, providing company and good times for me and my roommates! Thats the lady I married
on May 31st 1968 and were still going strong 48 years later!
We moved ten times in our first 12 years with the Corps. Our son was in six different schools through the 2nd grade. During our
career 23 years, Susan hosted countless luncheons and other squadron social functions attended by Privates to Flag Officers. She
volunteered at the kids schools and worked with charitable organizations. I was gone much of the time.
We have two children, Brian and Tracy and six grandkids, all perfect.
Tracy and her husband, Doug, live five minutes away with their twin boys, age six, and daughter, age nine. Thus we are VERY busy
with kid watching. Brian and wife Tina live in Michigan with three boys, ages14, 12, and 8.
I play racquetball at USNA regularly, fish and crab in the Bay, travel, as much as our schedule allows and thoroughly enjoy the
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USNA/Annapolis environment.
Since military retirement I have worked with numerous beltway bandits supporting various federal agencies through project and pro-
gram management in the field of data processing to include Perot Systems and Dell. Presently Im on Dells pay role as a part time
employee. DOD, DOE, NASA, EPA and NOAA, were a few of the agencies supported.

Our summer cruises and training were spectacular. Plebe year we were on the Carrier ESSEX. The catapult launch I survived was
my first ride in a plane! Our ports were Portsmouth, England, Le Havre, France and Copenhagen, Denmark. Aviation Training at
Pensacola FL. and Marine Training at Little Creek, VA were also fantastic.
I made the football team as a 2nd team fullback in 1964. My first college play was a pass from Roger Staubach in a nationally tele-
vised game at Penn State. I got wiped out by what seemed to be most of the defense but managed to hold the ball for an eight-yard
gain. Ill never forget that day! Ironically enough, while I attending The Basic School at Quantico,VA we played against Roger who
played for the Pensacola Goshawks, and we won!
Fondest Memories of USNA:

Meeting Susan and some of her University of MD friends on weekends at Hamlins in Severna Park. She made sure there were
enough Terrapin ladies available for my roomies to partake in the fun. Ray Clatworthy had so much fun, he married Susans sister,
Judy. Those were the good old days!
Awards Received
Academic Achievement- Graduated! Masters Degree in Applied Mathematics from NPG
Athletic
Lettered in football
Service/USNA Awards Navy Commendation Metal and Vietnam Campaign Ribbons
Per Academy Expectations above my preparation activities to gain admission to prep school were all-encompassing and I had
little time to think about what I expected from attending USNA. Suffice it to say, I was awe-struck, excited and nervous. As the ac-
tivities progressed, it didnt take long to realize the importance of teamwork, comradery, trust and confidence in your contemporaries
and knowing your back was always covered. Those attributes still apply today.

As my post USNA/Marine Corp career began it was evident that my four years at the Academy had the sole purpose of making me a
leader. When I arrived for my first duty in Vietnam I led a small cadre of seasoned Marines who expected me to provide them the
guidance and knowledge to successfully complete our assigned mission. I had to earn their trust and confidence, and, though scared
as hell, felt confident I could do so as a result of my USNA and USMC training. To this day every aspect of my life has been favora-
bly influenced by that Academy and Corps experience.
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Joe Johnson
LT (jg) Joe Johnson died in an aircraft accident on 29 Jan 69 returning to NAS Whiting Field
in Milton, FL after a routine formation training flight while attached to VT-3. He received his
wings in October 68 and was assigned, along with classmates Howie Johnston (21), Bob
Crockett (34), Ken Barausky (13) and Rick Cazenave (16) to Whiting as a flight instructor. Joe
was a Naval Academy graduate with the class of 1967 and a member of the 21st company.
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William Clyde Markley, III

Service History
Fall 1967 Nuclear Power School, Bainbridge MD
Winter/Spring 1968 Nuclear training Saratoga Springs, NY
Summer 1968/Summer 1970 Navigator, Legal Officer and Personnel Officer USS
Towers DDG 9, San Diego CA. Joined the Towers in Subic Bay, Philippines. Con-
ducted shore bombardment and escorted the New Jersey. CI/SERE School.
June 1970 to June 1971 Commander RAID (River Assault and Interdiction Division)
71, Dong Tam, Vietnam. Interestingly, my USNA roommate Tom Southworth joined
me later on as my XO. I was CO and he was XO only because I was slightly higher in
class rank. Small world.
Last day in service June 1, 1971.
Attorney
Interesting, Unusual or Memorable life events

Hastings College of Law, San Francisco, CA. Graduated in 1974, passed the Bar in
California and became a lawyer in the Fall of 1974. The Hastings class that graduated
in the spring of 1971 refused to take final exams over protest of the Vietnam War and
were still allowed to graduate. What a copout.
After graduation from Hastings I worked for two small law firms in San Diego, CA . from 1974 to 1976.
In 1976 I went to work as corporate counsel for a small engineering company in Alhambra, CA (near Los Angeles) called CF Braun
& Co. I got hired because of my connections! My boss, Alex Grant, the General Counsel, was a West Point grad and his boss was a
USNA grad (he graduated sometime in the 40s as I recall).
From 1979 to 1981 I worked as General Counsel for a wealthy Korean who had been Karate champion in Korea for several years
and came to the US and opened several karate schools in LA. His business was banking, real estate, oil and gas, import/export.
Very interesting legal work.
I joined Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Pasadena CA) in 1981 as Vice President Law. I became Senior Vice President, General
Counsel and Secretary in 1991. I retired from Jacobs in 2013. Jacobs is a publicly traded on the NYSE and a global engineering
company with revenues of over $13 billion. I managed a global insurance and legal group of over 100 staff.
Wife/Children etc.
I married Marcia Anne Kinch on February 7, 1970 at the Naval Training Center in San Diego, CA. Marcia was RN at the time we
met. We met at the MCRD officers club in San Diego. Those of us who were stationed in San Diego will remember that place well.
One of Marcias roommates, Nancy, later married one of our classmates, Paul Kanive. At the time we became engaged, my next
duty station was to be XO of a mine sweeper at Treasure Island, San Francisco. So we set our wedding date and started making
plans. However, the Navy had its way as usual and soon thereafter my orders got changed and Vietnam here I come. So our wed-
ding date was moved up and three months later off I went to war for a year.
We have two children, Matthew William Markley and Megan Anne Markley. Matt lives in Temecula, CA . He has our two grand-
children, Ayden William and Ashlyn Taylor. Matt owns a DBat franchise Baseball and Softball Academy. Megan is single and
works at an Equine Hospital. She lives in the Spokane, WA area with her horse, three dogs, two cats and tortoise.
Retired Life
I was on the golf team at USNA all four years and on the golf team in High School. Our high school team won the State Champion-
ship my senior year. In between travel, kids and life I have played golf most all my life. So it was natural that I join a local golf club
after retirement. I joined Oakmont Country Club and play there three to four times a week.
I am a soccer nut and have been a season ticket holder for over twenty years for our local MLS team, the Galaxy. I coached and
refereed AYSO soccer for years. We have a lot of international teams that come through LA to play matches and I attend most of
them.
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I have been active volunteering on the Armed Services Committee of the Los Angeles County Bar Association. Which is primarily
focused on helping homeless, incarcerated veterans and those with VA issues (sadly of which this is a very big problem).
USNA Memories
A few years ago the Army Navy Game was held at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. I live 5 minutes from the Rose Bowl and was
proud to take my parents and family to the game. Over the years Navy has come out to the West Coast a few times to play in post
season bowls. I have attended all of them and taken my daughter to each one.
With Roger Staubach as our hero plebe year I continued to follow him with the Dallas Cowboys. I have been an avid Cowboys fan
ever since and attended games in Arlington, San Diego, and Phoenix. My son is also an avid Cowboys fan. Hopefully with the Rams
and Chargers now in LA the Cowboys will often play here. I have a small collection of signed Roger Staubach memorabilia.
Plebe year I tried out for the company basketball team. I had played basketball all my life. However there were too many upper-
classmen who wanted to play and I was no David Robertson. Since we had to play a sport I was assigned to the winter cross country
team. After running in the snow a few times I was smart enough to find something indoors and switched to 150 lb rowing training.
Beginning in the spring and for the next for years fall and springs was on the golf team. In between I played company tennis.
Humorous Memories
It is now a humorous memory but the week before graduation, the OOD caught Fitz and me drinking bourbon in Fitzs room (he kept
it in his safe!). Luckily we didnt get kicked out but spent the rest of our days on restriction. With my family there for graduation I
wasnt able to spend any time with them until the day my dad pinned my Ensign bars on.
When I decided to get out of the Navy and go to Law School I had to take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). The challenge
was that the day I had to take the test in order to be able to get into law school in the fall of 1971 I was on a river patrol boat in Dong
Tam Vietnam. I will have to say that despite the protests going on over the war at that time the administrators of the test were very
accommodating. I designated my XO, my old roomie Tom, as Education Officer and they sent all the test materials to him. He had
then to administer the test on the fixed day and sign an oath that he administered the test in accordance with the rules and send it
back to them. He did of course and we complied all the rules. Of course, since we were both honorable men and USNA graduates
with integrity.
Service Medals
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Vietnam Campaign Medal
Combat Action Ribbon (2)
Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry
Summary
My father was a Colonel in Air Force and a WWII B-17 bomber pilot. He served for over 30 years. I wanted to follow in his
footsteps and serve my country like he did. I applied to both the Air Force Academy and USNA. I ended up being 1 st alternate
to both. The principal to AFA accepted the appointment but the one for USNA did not so I got the appointment. During high
school we were stationed at Offutt AFB in Omaha. A USNA graduate, a Major, worked for my dad. He counseled me to be
sure to apply to the Naval Academy with the option available to transfer to the Air Force after graduation if I wanted to. The
AFA offered to send me to prep school with a guarantee of admittance a year later. But with acceptance to USNA I declined.
When I became interested in joining the nuclear navy I decided to stay in the Navy and not move to the Air Force. That is how I
got to be a Navy man.
The academy experience more than satisfied my expectations. It exceeded them. I came in as a shy introverted 17 year old who
stuttered a lot. Those four years and the four years that followed changed me tremendously. I matured and became a self confi-
dent, successful person and a well-respected leader and executive.
Born 12/21/1945 in Salina, KS to William Clyde Markley, Jr. (Col. USAF) and Ada F. (Peterson) Markley. Only child.
Graduated from Bellevue Senior High School, Bellevue, Nebraska in 1963.

Admitted to the US Naval Academy in 1963 and graduated in 1967 with a BS in Engineering and a minor in Physics. Member
of the 14th then 21st Companies. Member of the USNA golf team 1963-1967.
My father (a 32 year Air Force and B-17 WWII veteran) proudly pinned my Ensign bars on me at graduation.
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Post Graduation attended Nuclear Power training in Bainbridge MD and Saratoga Springs, NY 1967-1968. From 1968-1970 I
was the Navigator, Legal Officer and Personnel Officer on board the USS Towers DDG-9 stationed in San Diego, CA , which
included a tour off the coast of Vietnam. From 1970-1971 I was the Commander of River Assault and Interdiction Division 71
out of Dong Tam, Vietnam. I resigned my commission on June 1, 1971 as a Lieutenant.
I married my wife Marcia A. (Kinch) Markley on Feb. 7, 1970 at the Chapel at the US Naval Training Center in San Diego. My
cousin, Ron Hoover, was stationed on a ship in San Diego at the same time and was my best man. We recently celebrated our
46th Wedding Anniversary. We have two children Matthew William Markley, born 3/3/72 and Megan Anne Markley born
8/16/79. Matt has our two grandchildren Ayden William Markley and Ashlyn Taylor Markley. We have lived in La Canada
Flintridge , CA since 1981.
After leaving the service I attended Hasting College of Law in San Francisco CA. graduating in the summer of 1974. Marcia, an
ICU/CCU RN, carried the working ball during law school along with the GI Bill. My law practice centered on the business
world and culminated in attaining the position of Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Jacobs
Engineering Group Inc. (traded on the NYSE), a global engineering, scientific, construction and architecture company with an-
nual revenues exceeding $13 billion and employees of over 70,000. Headquartered in Pasadena, CA. I managed a global insur-
ance and legal staff of over 100 personnel. After 32 years at Jacobs, I retired in 2013.
Post retirement, I enjoy our grandkids, playing golf, bass fishing, attending MLS soccer games (LA Galaxy), watching the Dal-
las Cowboys, LA Lakers, and LA Kings and everything SyFy on TV and in theaters. I also assist in various veteran support
activities through the Los Angeles County Bar Association.
Service Awards: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Action Ribbon (2), Vietnamese Cross of
Gallantry.
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After USNA, assignments were-a year as River gunboat skipper, SVN. A year of Flight training Flight Officer. A tour in VF-121 (F-
4); a SEA cruise in VF114 (155 missions); a tour in VF121 as F-4 instructor; Ended active duty with wings-Flight Officer,
USN+USA Jump. After USN, Citation aircraft factory (production test
and demo pilot); Twelve years with Delta Airlines as pilot (DC-8, DC-9,
B-727, L1011), From July 1976 to present-Intercredit (airliner financ-
ing). Other positions include-Emory Graduate School of Business-
Dean's Advisory Board for 20 years; U.S. National Aeronautics Asso-
ciation-Director for 3 years; Naval Aviation Legacy Foundation-
Director (2008-present); Director-Commemorative Air Force Museum
and President of Foundation for four years;
Special times were Jump school-Ft. Benning; 21st company commander;

F4 ejection; retiring early from Delta; in delivery room for both kids;
collecting WW II fighters, becoming friends with WW II aviation leg-
end fighter pilots, knowing Paul Tibbets (Enola Gay), Bud Anderson (ACE), Gen. Chick Cleveland (ACE) and Tom Hudner 47
(MOH).
Personal
Wife Kathryn (37 years); Son Adam 1985; Daughter Christina 1986; Havent retired, but dont work as hard. Between working
spells, I fly my collection of WW II and Korean fighters. Play polo and race fighters at Reno;
Education
USNA (B.S.-Aero), Emory Graduate School of Business (MBA); USC-majority of M.S. Aero; Harvard Business School-Advanced
Management Program;
Awards and Achievements include

Two years All American (Pistol); Two years National Championships (Pistol); Played 4 U.S. Open Championships (Polo); Winner
U.S. Open (Polo) 1994; USNA Athletic Hall of Fame; USNA Secretary of Navy Trophy; USN-Bronze Star with V, Achievement
medal with V; 10 Air Medals; FAA Wright Brothers Award. 100 world aviation records. Building named for me at Valiant Air
Command. 17,000 flight hours. World altitude record in the P-51. Endowing Matthews Scholarship for Entrepreneurship at
Emory.
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John Matus
Service History
Jan. 1962: Joined USNR in anticipation of attending NAPS.
June 1962: Went on active duty and reported to Boot Camp, NTC
Great Lakes, Ill.
Sept 1962 May 1963: Naval Academy Prep School, Bainbridge, MD
June 1963 1967: USNA (14 & 21st Company)
June 1967 Jan 1968: USMC Basic School, Quantico, VA
Jan 1968 Sept 1968: NFO training in Pensacola, Fl and Glenco, GA
Sept 1968 Aug 1969: VMCJ-3 in El Toro, CA and VMCJ-2 Cherry
Point, NC; trained in the EF-10 and EA-6 (Electronic Warfare)
Aug 1969 Aug 1970: VMCJ-1 in Danang, South Vietnam
Aug 1970 Feb 1973: VMCJ-2 MCAS El Toro, CA and MCTESSA,
Santa Ana, CA
Feb 1973: Left Marine Corps life for civilian life.
Sales for the Xerox Corporation 1973 1978
Commercial Real Estate sales and Partner for Lee & Associates, Inc. 1979 - 2007

Ran the Marine Corps Marathon in El Toro, CA in 3.5 hours.
Climbed Mt. Whitney

Previously married and had 3 daughters and currently 3 grandchildren. Presently living with my life partner for 17 years while also
working with her as my business partner since 1992.
Retirement is great! Traveling, hiking, minimal running and my passion, golf.

The everlasting connection with my fellow midshipmen and all of the fun and challenging times we shared at the Academy.

Had an ongoing onsite Barber Shop so my customers could pass inspection and still look good for weekend liberty.
Going over the wall on the weekends to Washington, DC. One harrowing example was getting stopped by the highway patrol for
speeding on my way back early Sunday morning and my brother-in-law coming to the police station and bailing me out so I could
get back over the wall in time for formation.
Athletic
Played Plebe and Junior Varsity Football and coached the Plebe team first class year.
Service/USNA Awards
Navy Commendation Medal for Service in Vietnam

Naval Flight Officer Wings
Having been born in a small coal mining town of Seltzer PA, my options for the future were limited. My father was a coal miner and
truck driver. My mother was a seamstress. When given the opportunity to join the Navy, go to NAPS and qualify to attend the Na-
val Academy, I didnt think twice about it. I was all in. In my locale the Naval Academy was considered a great school to get a col-
lege degree and give service to our Nation.
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My Naval Academy time was an extremely rewarding experience. I played Plebe and JV football, Plebe and JV lacrosse. I also took
extra courses and earned an additional major in Management. I held leadership roles in my Company and Battalion and coached the
Plebe football team in my First Class Year. The best of all through were the lifelong friends made.
Summary
My Naval Academy time was an extremely rewarding experience. I played Plebe and JV football, Plebe and JV lacrosse. I also took
extra courses and earned a major in Management. I held leadership roles in my Company and Battalion and coached the Plebe foot-
ball team during First Class Year. Best of all though were the lifelong friends made.
With First Class Year came the decision to enter the Marine Corps. I graduated TBS at Quantico and flight training to become a Na-
val Flight Officer. I qualified as an Electronic Warfare Officer in the EA-6. I went to South Vietnam and served my one-year tour.
In my time there I flew over 200 sorties in support of combat and electronic surveillance missions. For my service I received the
Navy Commendation Medal.
I entered civilian life after 5+ years in the Marine Corps. After separating from active duty, I began work as a sales representative for
the Xerox Corporation. For the next 7 years in sales for Xerox, Kodak and Grubb & Ellis, I earned numerous awards, including
Rookie of the Year, Presidents Club and Salesman of the Year. In 1979, I founded a commercial real estate firm called Lee & Asso-
ciates with four other partners. Our concept of sharing, cooperation and teamwork has worked very well as we now have over 50
offices across the country.
I was married and had 3 daughters and now currently have 3 grandchildren. I divorced later in life and while working at Lee that I
met my now Life Partner, Christine. We worked together and later formed our partnership in work and life. We have been living
together for 17 years. We retired from work 10 years ago and have been enjoying retirement. Retirement activities consist of hiking,
some running, biking, traveling and my passion of golf.
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Bill McCracken
Bill received his wings as a NFO in July 1968. He served as Squadron ASW Tactical Coordinator in Patrol Squadron 8 (VP-8). He
worked with the Naval Air Development Center establishing VP-8 as the first squadron with the Special Projects capability.
He attended the Naval Postgraduate School earning a MS Degree in Aeronautical Engineering and an Engineers Degree in Aero
Computer Science. His thesis, Design Study of a Distributed Microprocessor System to Replace a General Purpose Computer, was
presented at the first IEEE conference on computer architecture.
His next assignment was onboard the U.S.S. Hancock (CVA-19) as Air Traffic Control Officer and Officer of the Deck Underway.
He participated in the evacuation of Cambodia, Eagle Pull and the
evacuation of Vietnam, Frequent Wind.
In 1976 he went to the Naval Air Development Center as the P-3C Up-
date I/II Project Officer. He supervised the software development, inte-
gration and delivery of the operational and system test programs for the
P-3C Update aircraft. In 1978 he was designated as an Aerospace Engi-
neering Duty Officer.
In 1979, Bill went to the Naval Air Systems Command as the P-3C Avi-
onics Systems Project Officer managing the P-3C avionics programs
and served as Chairman of the P3C Software Configuration Review
Board.
In 1983 he took over as Chairman of the Aerospace Engineering Depart-

ment at the U.S. Naval Academy. He expanded the Aerospace curricu-
lum to include both an accredited aeronautical and space engineering
curriculum.
Bill was next assigned as Deputy Program Manager and Chief Engineer
for Navy Space Programs at the Space and Naval Warfare Systems
Command. In 1987 he became Deputy Program Manager Communica-
tions Satellite Programs directing the acquisition of the UHF Follow-on
Communications Satellite System.
In 1991, he took over as the Commander, Naval Air Development Cen-

ter. He led NADC through the difficult times of transitioning the people
and facilities to its new home at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
Bill retired in 1995 as a Captain. His navy awards included: The Legion of Merit; Meritorious Service Medal (2 awards); Navy Unit
Commendation; Meritorious Unit Commendation; Humanitarian Service Medal; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal; Expert Rifle
and Expert Pistol Medals.
In 1995, he became the Vice President and General Manager of RBC overseeing contracts with the Navy including the P-3 and Air
ASW Program offices.
After retiring from RBC in 2007, Bill now works part time as a Senior Principal Engineer for ASEC supporting P-3 Foreign Military
Sales and the introduction of the P-8 aircraft.
Bill has three children: Jennifer, Bill and Greg. On April 23, 2005 he married Barbara Ward. Together they have eight grandchildren:
Zoe and Scott Gaines; Devyn, Avery, Liam and Alex McCracken; and Elizabeth and Henry Ward.
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Service History
Sept 67 to Oct 68 USS Cromwell DE-1014, Newport RI
Oct 68 to Nov 69 NFO Basic Flight Training Pensacola/VT-29 Nav Training Corpus Christi
Nov 69 to Aug 72 VP 24 Pax River
Aug 72 to Oct 73 VP 24 Jacksonville (served 4 separate COs)
Dec 73 to May 76 COMPATWING 11 Jacksonville
July 76 to Sept 78 CO USNF Midway
Apr 79 to Oct 81 VP-56 Jacksonville
Oct 81 to Dec 84 CNO OP 981
Jan 85 to Dec 85 DSMC Fort Belvoir
Jan 85 to Jul 87 NAVAIR
Jul 1987 Retired from Naval Service as a CDR
Principal Occupation after USN

Sep 87 to program cancellation in 92 The Boeing Company, Seattle, P3 Update IV
Jan 88 to retirement in June 2001 New business development that included RAAF AP3C upgrade, RNZAF P3 upgrade,
NATO MPA, Nimrod MRA 4 Northern England to Sept 97
After retirement supported Canadian maritime helicopter and P-8a

After completion of basic NAV in Pensacola, traveled to VT-29 in Corpus and checked in the BOQ. At orientation briefing in May
1969 mention was made of the possibility of non-availability of BOQ. My running mate and I decided to seek the BOQ manager for
possibility of aforementioned endorsement. Saw several squadron mates returning dis-heartened. BOQ manager responded that,
since we didnt try to fast-talk him he would provide the endorsement.
We dutifully headed out to find an apartment and were successful. After moving in we decided to have a party and invite single fe-
male residents. Among them was Diana, who would become my wife three months later.

Met Diana in May and were married on July 19, 1969 the day before the moon landing.
We relocated with VP-24 to Jacksonville and had our first son, Matthew in July of 1981. Our second son Will followed in Novem-
ber 1983.
After retiring from Boeing we moved to Texas with the two boys, 2 cockatiels and a cat. The boys certainly werent happy with the
move. Matt soon escaped back to Seattle
and then met and married Danielle, in a Fall City country church on July 22, 2006. They now have 2 daughters, Harper (3yrs) and
Reese (2mos). He is working waterfront construction as a crane operator. Will remains in Texas working in a model shop building
drones and racing off-road RC cars.
Retired life is great since we relocated to the Texas hill country so that Diana could return to her roots in Texas. I spend my time
woodworking, pursuing photography and model-railroading (n-scale and DCCI).

First-class year and the Annapolis Foreign Car Center. They also maintained a popular revolving beer fund.
Awards Received
Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) after CNO staff duties which focused on the first ASW investment strategy study and managing
an ASW, and mine-warfare technology information exchange program with Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK. Duties
also involved NATO undersea warfare efforts including sonobuoys and weapons.
A second MSM after NAVAIR for a CNO sponsored acoustic project data collection program as well as other ASW systems includ-
ing acoustic data recorders and MAD.

NFO wings
Shore Command insignia
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Summary
Following graduation I reported to the USS Cromwell (DE-1014) for a year before reporting to NFO Basic Flight Training in Pensa-
cola in Oct 1968. I received my wings in Nov 69 and reported to VP-24, first in Pax River and then in Jax after their relocation. I
served four separate COs over the next four years, eventually serving on the staff of COMPATWings 11. From July 1976 until I
was CO the USNF at Midway before reporting back to Jax and VP-56. I was assigned to OPNAV 981 from 1984 until reporting to
NAVAIR in 1985. I retired from Naval Service as a CDR in 1987. Upon retirement from Naval Service as a CDR I worked for the
Boeing Company first on the P-3 Update IV ASW system then in business development for foreign military sales until my retirement
in Sept 1997.
I met Diana in May 1969 and wee were married three months later one day before the moon landing in July 69. We relocated to
Jacksonville and had our first son, Matthew in July of 1981. Our second son Will followed in November 1983.
After retiring from Boeing we moved to Texas with the two boys, 2 cockatiels and a cat. The boys certainly werent happy with the
move. Matt soon escaped back to Seattle and met and married Danielle, in a Fall City country church on July 22, 2006. They now
have 2 daughters, Harper (3yrs) and Reese (2mos). He is working waterfront construction as a crane operator. Will remains in Texas
working in a model shop building drones and racing off-road RC cars.
Retired life is great since we relocated to the Texas hill country so that Diana could return to her Texas roots. I spend my time
woodworking, pursuing photography and model railroading (n-scale and DCCI).
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Anthony (Tony) Monaco

Service History
1963 67: USNA (21st Company)
ceived wings 11/1968
1969: P3 Replacement Air Training, NAS Patuxent River, MD
1969-72: VP11, NAS Brunswick, ME, P-3 Pilot
1972-75: Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California
(Meteorology)
1976-1977: OIC Naval Weather Facility, Sigonella, Sicily, IT
1977-79: Navy Recruiting Area Five, Great Lakes, Illinois (Officer Pro-
grams)
1979-82: VP11, NAS Brunswick ME, P3 Pilot, Department Head
1982-85: NROTC RPI, Troy, NY (XO)
1985-89: Naval Air Technical Training Center, Lakehurst, NJ (XO)
1989 Retired as a Commander
I spent two tours flying P3s primarily in the North Atlantic and Mediter-
ranean. I received a meteorology subspecialty and spent two years as
the head meteorologist at NAS Sigonella, IT. The last 7 years of my
career I spent in the training environment first as XO and Associate Pro-
fessor of Naval Science at RPI, then as XO of the Naval Air Technical
Training Center, Lakehurst - training Aviation Boatswains, Parachute
Riggers and Master-At-Arms.

Diane and I moved 15 times during my 22-year career (probably typical
for our career). The two years we spent living in Sicily were very special
and rewarding, providing a lifetime of great memories and friends.

Diane and I were married in July 1967. We have three children. AJ, our oldest, graduated from USNA in 91 and joined the Marine
Corps. He left the Marines after 9 years, completed law school, and then joined the Secret Service. He is now a Senior Special Agent
for DHS. Our twin girls Karen and Kimberly were born in Monterey, California. Kimberly completed a degree in Economics at Le
Moyne College and a Masters in Public Policy. She is currently a stay-at- home mom while her husband flies for American Airlines.
Karen completed a degree in Health Care Management at the University of Southern New Hampshire and works in the Health Care
industry. We have 5 grandchildren that naturally are a big part of our lives.
Following Navy retirement, I worked for Lockheed Martin for 18 years. I was involved in Finance, Administration and IT. My work
supported the Navys AEGIS program at Bath, ME and Pascagoula, MS. I retired from Lockheed in 2008. Since then Ive enjoyed
volunteering in several organizations in the Brunswick, ME area. Diane and I enjoy traveling, especially to the National Parks and
Europe and we also enjoy wintering in St Simons Island, GA.

Waking up the first morning of Plebe Summer and asking myself what am I doing here.
Plebe year (63) Army-Navy game: great game and thanking God we won. Seeing Diane for the first time in 6 months.
All 4 great June weeks.
Finally taking delivery of my new Pontiac Lemans in December 66.
Graduation and the incredible euphoric feeling of driving away from USNA to start my Navy career

Watching my roommate trying to devour 12 cannonballs.
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MS in Meteorology, Naval Postgraduate School;
MBA RPI, Troy, NY
Uniform Device
Naval Aviator Wings
My brother graduated from USNA 64. From my first exposure to USNA when we dropped my brother off to start his Plebe Year, I
knew I want to attend the Navy Academy. Also, I was very much enthralled with military flying and wanted to be a Navy pilot.

I am very happy and proud to be a graduate of USNA. My only regret is not having enough time to fully take advantage of the aca-
demic opportunities we had at USNA. However, the breadth of my experiences truly exceeded my expectations. I was very fortunate
to complete two masters programs following graduation that fulfilled my academic desires.
Summary
My first duty station following flight training was with VP 11in Brunswick, ME. We had a great JO tour and greatly enjoyed living
in Maine, hoping some day to return. Completing my MS in Meteorology set the stage for subsequent orders to NAS Sigonella as
OIC and Head Meteorologist. Living in Italy and working at the Air Station was an extremely rewarding experience, providing fond
memories and lifetime friendships. Returning to Maine for a second tour in VP11 was an opportunity to introduce our young family
to the area we were so fond of. The last 7 years of my career I spent in the training environment, first as XO and Associate Professor
of Naval Science at RPI, then as XO of the Naval Air Technical Training Center, Lakehurst - training Aviation Boatswains, Para-
chute Riggers and Master-At-Arms.
Following Navy retirement, we finally had the opportunity to establish our home in Maine. I worked for Lockheed Martin for 18
years involved in Finance, Administration and IT. My work supported the Navys AEGIS program at Bath, ME and Pascagoula, MS.
I retired from Lockheed in 2008. Since then Ive enjoyed volunteering in several organizations in the Brunswick, ME area. Diane
and I enjoy traveling, especially to the National Parks and Europe and we also enjoy wintering in St Simons Island, GA.
Diane and I were married in July 1967. We have three children. AJ, our oldest, graduated from USNA in 91 and joined the Marine
Corps. He left the Marines after 9 years, completed law school, and then joined the Secret Service. He is now a Senior Special Agent
for DHS. Our twin girls Karen and Kimberly were born in Monterey, California. Kimberly completed a degree in Economics at Le
Moyne College and a Masters in Public Policy. She is currently a stay-at- home mom while her husband flies for American Airlines.
Karen completed a degree in Health Care Management at the University of Southern New Hampshire and works in the Health Care
industry. We have 5 grandchildren that naturally are a big part of our lives.
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Dennis Richard Shaw

Service History
1963 - 67: USNA (21st Company)
1967 - 68: Marine Officers Basic School (TBS), Quantico, VA & Supply Officers School,
Camp Lejeune, NC
1968: Materiel Division, MCRD, San Diego, CA, OIC, Remote Storage Activity
1969: - 1st MPBn (designated as an infantry battalion), Republic of Vietnam, Supply Officer
1970: - Battalion Landing Team 1/2, 1st Battalion 2nd Marines, 2nd Marine Division, Carib-
bean Deployment, Camp Lejuene, NC, OIC, Logistics Support Unit
1970 -71: Supply Company, 2nd Service Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, Camp Lejuene, NC,
OIC, Fleet Stock Account
1971 - 1973: Systems & Procedures Division (code LPS), Quartermaster Department, HQMC,
Washington, DC, Supply Systems Analyst
1973: Transferred to Marine Corps Reserve
1973 - 78: Supply Company, 4th Service Battalion, 4th Marine Division, Washington, DC, OIC SASSY Management Unit (Reserve
Billet)
1979 - 1985: Mobilization Augmentation Unit, Command & Control, Communications, and Computer (C4) Systems Division (Code
CC), HQMC, Arlington, VA, (Reserve Billet)
1985 - 1987: Information Systems Management Branch (Code CCI), C4 Systems Division, HQMC, Arlington, VA, Head, Informa-
tion Systems Plans, Policies, and Administrative Programs (CCIP), (Active Duty Billet)
1988 - 1991: Head, Information Systems Management Branch (Code CCI), C4 Systems Division, HQMC, Arlington, VA, (Active
Duty Billet)
1992- 1994: Mobilization Augmentation Unit, Office of Emergency Planning, Office of the Secretary of Defense, , Arlington, VA,
Logistics Response Coordinator, (Reserve Billet)
1995: Retired from Marine Corps Reserve with rank of Colonel -
Civilian career spent directing or evaluating the application of information technology (IT) in meeting organizational needs. Thirteen
years experience as a Chief Information Officer (CIO) for two large public sector organizations - the US Patent and Trademark Of-
fice (PTO) and the Smithsonian Institution. Held several senior IT management positions with the Defense Department and the U.S.
Government Accountability Office (GAO). Served as the Director of Operations and Chief of Staff for the Defense Center for Infor-
mation Management; Director, IT Policy and Plans, Office of the Secretary of Defense; and Group Director, Information Manage-
ment and Technology Division, U.S. Government Accountability Office. Formed DRS Consulting in 2006 to provide IT manage-
ment consulting services to public and non-profit sector clients.

Recommendations stemming from GAO audits that I managed led to major changes to Federal IT procurement regulations and the
enactment of permanent anti-lobbying legislation.
Directed the digitization of patent documents dating to 1790 and made them available to patent examiners for examining patent ap-
plications and to the public via the Internet. Directed the automation of the patent process.
At the Smithsonian, directed first Federal Sector large scale implementation of integrated voice and data network using VoIP tech-
nology - replacing 98 obsolete key telephone systems and 3 PBXs.
Directed implementation of Marine Corps standard Local Area Network program which greatly enhanced interoperability and data
communication capability of the Marine Corps and all Central Command units during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
Made major contributions toward development and implementation of the automated system (SASSY) that supported the supply
operations of Fleet Marine Force units for more than 30 years - participated in development, led implementation, and drafted user
manuals.

Visit by President John F. Kennedy during plebe summer.
Getting close to top of Herndon Monument only to fall down.
My roommate and I carrying Roger Staubach on our shoulders to a football game pep rally.
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Paying a friend who had just completed Marine Corps Boot Camp $1.00 for being the first enlisted man to salute me on graduation
day.

On Youngster Cruise our first port was Amsterdam - many of us took a tour of a Dutch Dairy Farm and purchased cheese and stored
it in our foot lockers. The cheese went bad as we crossed the Atlantic on the way to Norfolk about 9 weeks later. The midshipman
quarters - 3 high bunks - reeked and rotten cheese fights broke out.
Cancelling my order at the Midshipman's store for brown shoes and a Navy sword after sitting through a Naval Leadership lecture on
collateral duties that junior Navy officers will have to perform - Shitty Little Jobs Officer (SLJO). I ordered a Marine Corps Sword,
but got stuck with many of the same collateral duties as a Marine except laundry officer.
Military Awards
Military decorations include two Legions of Merit, Navy Commendation Medal w/ combat "V", Navy Achievement Medal, and
Combat Action Ribbon
Why I Attended USNA

My father was the biggest influence on me to apply for an appointment to the Naval Academy. He was a Navy Chief Petty Officer, a
World War II veteran who retired in 1959. During my junior year in High School, my father told me that I had to either get a scholar-
ship or join the Navy, as he could not afford to keep supporting me. He found out when and where the test for the Academy was to
be given and drove me there. My aspirations were to be a career Naval Officer and attain the rank of Captain.
Expectations Met
My expectations were meet by attending the Naval Academy and receiving a commission in the Marine Corps.
Summary
Upon graduation, Dennis R. Shaw was commissioned in the U.S. Marine Corps. Upon completion of Marine Officer's Basic School
in Quantico and logistics training in Camp Lejeune, he was assigned to the MCRD, San Diego. Subsequent tours include 1st MP
Battalion in Vietnam, 2d Service Battalion, CLNC, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines CLNC, and HQMC where he participated in the de-
sign, development, and implementation of the supply system that supports FMF operating forces. In September 1973, he accepted a
reserve commission and served in the active reserve in both logistics and IT management positions until he retired in December
1995. He was recalled to active duty twice (1985 -1887) and (1988- 1991) and served in senior IT management positions and was
the first Director of the Marine Corps Computer and Telecommunications Activity in Quantico. Dennis held Senior Executive posi-
tions with the U.S. Patent and Trademark office and the Smithsonian Institution where he served as Chief Information Officer for
both organizations. He also served in senior management positions at the U.S. Government Accountability Office and the Defense
Department. He earned a Master of Science degree in management information systems from the American University in 1978.
Dennis is married to Patricia Shaw and together they have five children and eight grandchildren. He and Pat are both retired and like
to travel. They have been on 25 cruises and have traveled to many parts of world. They also enjoy going to the beach and enjoying
their timeshares in Hilton Head and Aruba.
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Tom Southworth
Service History:
USS DUNCAN (DDR-874) out of San Diego, 1968-1969
Damage Control Assistant, Electrical Officer, First Lieutenant
We were part of the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club and on the gunline off
South Vietnam.
Naval Forces Vietnam, out of Dong Tam and Kien An in the Mekong
Delta, 1970-1971
Senior Advisor to River Assault and Interdiction Division 70 (RAID 70)
On-scene riverine coordinator during the Cambodian invasion in 1970.
U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey 1971-1973
USS DYESS (DD-880) out of Brooklyn, 1974-1976
Chief Engineer, Weapons Officer
After leaving active duty, I was an Engineer with Imperial Chemical
Industries (ICI) in Delaware, followed by 20 years (1980-2000) with the
Saudi Arabian Oil Company (ARAMCO), headquartered in Dhahran in
the eastern province of Saudi Arabia. I was a field engineer in the larg-
est oilfield in the world and my wife worked at the local school attended
by our children. My last position was with ARAMCOs international
joint venture development organization where we negotiated worldwide
oil refining and marketing agreements and managed the resultant com-
panies.

When my destroyer was in the South Pacific, I was lucky to have wit-
nessed the nighttime blazing reentry of an Apollo capsule returning from
the moon and later meeting the three astronauts in Pago Pago, American
Samoa, before they returned to Houston.
In Saudi Arabia, I set up a challenging rappelling program that ulti-

mately reached thousands of adults, Scouts and students, enduring today
in all of the company schools.
Scud missile strikes during the Gulf War were exciting, but organizing
direct support to our troops in the desert and in our home before, during
and after the war was tremendously gratifying.

My wonderful late wife of 40 years was the sister of classmate Fred Hebdon and daughter of their WWII Navy veteran father. We
have two children, one Marine and one Navy, and three grandchildren. We had a wonderful time raising the kids in Saudi Arabia
and enjoying world travels with them.
Im living in a beautiful part of Virginia and travel, snow ski, kayak, hike, swing dance, whitewater raft, scuba, rappel and play ten-
nis. I volunteer as an election official and help maintain the community. Life is great!!!

Several vivid memories come to mind: Listening for two years to the pile-driving for the new academic buildings, receiving the
brick after a rather un-notable weekend, conspiring with my boxing partner to ensure we both passed the boxing test, attending
Navys victory over Notre Dame in South Bend, taking the big step off the natatorium platform,

As a Plebe summer squad leader, one of my gullible plebes brought a dead cockroach to me, having been convinced by his squad
mates that I was a bug collector! So I ordered a formal cockroach burial: matchbox casket, pallbearers, minister, ode to a cockroach,
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and formal procession through the entire fourth wing before an at-sea burial in the head!
Service/USNA Awards:
2 Bronze Stars, 2 Purple Hearts
Uniform Breast Insignia:

Surface Warfare Device, Riverine Warfare Device
1. Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "gain/obtain from attending?
I wanted to be a fighter pilot, but my vision degraded below pilot minimums. I was expecting to develop more self-confidence,
physical strength, leadership skills, and to be a part of our national defense.

The Academy fully satisfied my personal development goals and well-prepared me for my time on the pointy end of the sword.
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C. A. (Pete) Tzomes
Upon graduation and completion of nuclear power/

submarine training, I went on to serve aboard five
submarines, hold various staff positions ashore, and
was the commanding officer of the Navys boot
camp at Great Lakes in the early 1990s. My sub-
marine assignments included commanding the fast
attack nuclear submarine USS HOUSTON (SSN
713) from May 1983 to May 1986. After retiring
from the Navy in 1994, I worked as a utility man-
ager in the nuclear division of Exelon Corporation
from 1995 until 2012 and held leadership positions
in the Quad Cities Generating Station in western
Illinois. I currently reside in Milan, Illinois with my wife, Carolyn-Eason Tzomes, whom I
married in July, 2007. I have a son and granddaughter from a previous marriage.
My primary Navy claim to fame is overcoming racial obstacles (in the form of treatment
from selected superiors, subordinates and peers) to succeed as the first African-American ac-
cepted into the submarine nuclear power program and eventually becoming the U.S. Navys
first Black submarine commanding officer. My sea stories concerning the road to this
achievement are countless (both positive and negative). Most folks were supportive - making
the journey even more rewarding for both me and those who wanted to see me succeed. I con-
tinue to keep abreast of Navy/military issues through affiliation with the Naval Submarine
League, U.S. Naval Institute, Military Officers Association of America, United States Sub-
marine Veterans, Navy League and American Legion.
Being active in my church and local community. I especially enjoy overseeing a tutor-
ing program (K through 12) in partnership with a local college and community service
through the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program of Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa. I am
blessed and grateful for having served my country, paving the way for countless others
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Ronald T. Brino
Service History
63-67: USNA (22nd Company)
6/67 - 11/68: USS Truckee, Norfolk
11/68 - 11/69: USS Sumner County, San Diego
12/69 - 12/70: NSA Saigon
1/71: Resigned from Naval Service
30 years Sales representative for American Hospital Supply Corp, Bax-
ter Travenol, Cardinal Health

Wife-Betsy; Children-Jason (45), Sarah (35), Laura (31); Grandchildren
- Robert (14), Lucia (9), Robin (9), Betsy (5)
time?
Going fine, golf, family.
BS USNA Naval Engineering
MBA - Finance, Rutgers

Surface Warfare Device
I attended simply because I was accepted, knew it would be a good education, and had no expectations regarding a career in the
Navy other than I expected to serve my country.

Once again, based on the fact that I had no true knowledge of life in the military, the academy met my expectations since it did pre-
pare me effectively for military service. Subsequently, the discipline learned at the academy served me well as I moved on in civil-
ian life.
Summary
Upon graduation, I began a short active duty career aboard the USS Truckee out of Norfolk. After a short assignment to the USS
Sumner County out of San Diego, it was decommissioned and I received orders to NSA Saigon, spending one year as Officer-in-
Charge of the YRMB-20, anchored 2 miles from Cambodia in the Bassac River. I requested and submitted my resignation in Janu-
ary of 1971, perhaps the first member of the class to get out.
Upon return to civilian life, I received my MBA from Rutgers and after a short stop with Pfizer, began a successful career in medical
sales with American Hospital Supply Corp. After several mergers and takeovers involving various companies, I finished my career
with Cardinal Health after 30 years, retiring in 2005. Betsy and I spend our time in the Annapolis area and at our summer home in
Bethany Beach, DE.
I met my wife Betsy while at Pfizer and we have 3 children, Jason (45), Notre Dame undergraduate and Notre Dame Law School,
currently a lawyer in Towson, Md.; Sarah (35), Villanova undergraduate and Montana State Graduate School, currently a counselor
in Jackson Hole, Wyoming; Laura (31), Towson University undergraduate, currently a teacher in the Annapolis area as well as a sa-
lon owner.
We have 4 grandchildren and enjoy as much time as we can with them: Robert (14), twins Lucia and Robin (9), and Betsy (5).
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David E. Church
Service History:
1963-1967 USNA/22nd company
1967 Summer TAD to USNA in Sailing Department
Sept 67-May 69 Pilot Flt training: (Pensacola FL, Meridian
MS, Kingsville TX)
Played for NAS Pensacola Goshawks foot
ball team 1968
Jun 69-Jun 71: Naval Parachute Test Facility, NAF El Centro
Jul 71-Jan 72: VS-41, OV-10A RAG, NAS North Island CA
Jan 72-Feb 72: VAL-4, Binh Tuhy Vietnam
Feb 72-Oct 77: VA-127, Lemoore CA
VA-164, Lemoore CA (2 WESTPAC cruises
on USS Hancock (CVA-17))
COMLATWINGPAC/NAS Lemoore,
VA-125, NAS Lemoore CA
Nov 77-Oct 81 VAQ-129, NAS Whidbey Island WA
VAQ-133 & 131 (cruises on USS John F Ken
nedy (CV-67) & USS Independence (CV-62)
Oct 81-Feb 88 USNA: Deputy Director of Athletics (NAAA)
& EA of Professional Development
Mar 88-Jun 91 Civilian careers: in sales and airline pilot
Jun 91-present USNA Alumni Association in various department head billets
Founded Joint Service Academy Career Programs (SACC) in 1994
USNA Alumni Association: member services; editor Shipmate; career programs

Having a wonderful 44 years to date with Charlotte.
Outstanding mid-cruise stand-downs where Charlotte visited: Hong Kong, Yokosuka, and Palma de Majorca
Multiple trips to Normandy, China, Japan, and Europe.
Never leaving a cockpit billet for 14 years
Four great kids
Honor to serve 67 as class president since early 80s
Honor to serve USNA alumni for 25 years in various billets in Alumni Association

Married to Charlotte for 44 years to date, after first wife, Sandy passed away in January of 1972.
Kimberly (10-10-68) USNA 91, married to Byron 91
Granddaughter Abigail 14
Grandson David 10 (same birthday as Charlotte)
Kerry (10-29-68) UCSB 91, married to David
Grayson (03-11-71) Syracuse 94, married to Anna
Andrea (04-2-71) Delaware 93, married to Chad
Granddaughter Skylar 10
Twin granddaughters Ashleigh & Addison 7
NOT retired going strong at the USNA AA, have plans for several more years work
Spend leisure time with family, class functions & programs, and gardening

Friendships in 22nd Company
Being member & letterman of varsity football team

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Having fiance in DC for 2/C & 1/C years
Company intramural basketball championships
Youngster cruise to Europe
2/C Aviation Summer in Pensacola
1/C Year - late evenings in the 22nd Co 2nd Wing basement rec room (pool & ping-pong)
1/C Year bowling every evening after evening meal
1/C Year spring weekends in Alexandria VA

Watching company mates operate a sandwich operation from their room
Being stranded by the Blizzard of 1966 in Alexandria, VA during Spring Break
B.S. Mechanical Engineering (Naval Architecture)
Athletic:
Two varsity Ns
Air Medal (Second Strike/Flight Award)
Navy Commendation Medal
Navy Unit Commendation Award
Meritorious Unit Commendation Award
Battle E Ribbon
Sea Service Ribbon
Navy Expeditionary Medal
Vietnam Service Medal with Star
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
Humanitarian Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Ribbon/with Palm Frond
Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Gallantry Cross/with Palm Frond
Navy Pistol Medal (Marksman)

Naval Aviator (Pilot)
My father is a retired YNC, USN. Always wanted to attend USNA (had appts to USMA & USFAFA also)
Become an officer and Naval Aviator, be first person in family to graduate from college

Naval Academy greatly exceeded my expectations and set me up for life as a Naval Officer and Naval Aviator, and subsequent ongo-
ing successful civilian career
Summary
I married Sandy Nugent just after graduation, earned my Wings in May 1969, Kimberly and Andrea were born, and was progressing
in my aviation career when Sandy passed away in January, 1972. God intervened. Jimmy Hicks, of 20 th Company, classmate, close
friend and fellow student naval aviator throughout the training command, was killed in an aircraft accident in September 1971. His
widow Charlotte and I found each other and married in September of 1972, bringing us together with Kimberly & Kerry, each 3
years old, and Grayson & Andrea each 18 months old, in a new 67 family. We are in our 44 th year of blissful marriage.
We picked up life in NAS Lemoore where I served primarily in A-4s and on staff before we departed for four great years in EA-6Bs
in NAS Whidbey Island. Charlotte began a real estate career in Lemoore (still active today). Whidbey was wonderful as we had a
delightful home, horses for the kids, a boat for David, and two deployments to the Med. While deployed on Indie classmate Frank
Pinegar asked if we wanted to serve at USNA. The answer: YES!
In October 1981 I reported to USNA, spending his last seven years of active duty living on the Yard as the Deputy Director of Ath-

letics and EA of ProDev, and became 67 class president. Upon retirement the family moved into Annapolis. I worked in sales and as
an airline pilot before joining the Alumni Association in 1991, the same year Kimberly graduated from USNA. After 25 year at the
AA I continue to serve alumni and their families.
Charlotte and I have dedicated the last 30+ years to serving 67 through class communications, and organizing reunions, football
tailgates, picnics, and other events.
Its been a wonderful life.

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David D. Fox
Shortly after graduation, I reported to the USS Beale (DD-471), a Fletcher class WW II de-
stroyer based in Norfolk. She was a very tired old ship. After a memorable deployment to the
Med, she was scrapped. I was then posted to the USS Wainwright (CG-28), one of the newest
DLGs and a really beautiful vessel. I spent three most warmly remembered years on Wain-
wright with two WesPac deployments.
I left the Navy in June 1971 and married Patricia McCarten.

We headed off to Charlottesville, Virginia where I earned an
MBA at the UVA Darden School of Business. I worked at
First Chicago and then Booz, Allen and Hamilton. Subse-
quently, I joined a fledgling entity, Greenwich Associates
where I was a partner for more than 30 years. Pat and I have
lived in Old Greenwich, CT since 1979.
For many years I have served as a Trustee and as CFO of the

New York City based Fisher House Foundation. We house and
serve families of military personnel who are in the hospital. I also serve as a Trustee and CFO
for the Invictus Games (held in Orlando in 2016) and for MASI. MASI (Military Adaptive
Sports Institute) serves to advance the treatment of PTSD and other combat injuries using
sporting activities.
Other pursuits include work at a homeless shelter, years as Riverkeeper on the headwaters of
the Beaverkill River in the Catskills and various volunteer activities. I am an avid fly fisher-
man, sail, shoot skeet, hunt, hike, read a great deal and garden actively.
Pat and I have two marvelous daughters, Hilary and Abigail.
I went to the Academy to serve our country, to be associated with exemplary people, to go to
sea and to get a great education. I realized all of those goals and many more as a result.

Walter W. Honour, Jr.
Walt was born in Portsmouth VA, the son of Capt & Mrs. Walt Honour 44. He completed two
years of NROTC at University of North Carolina prior to entering USNA. While at Navy, Walt
excelled at academics, was a starter on the 22nd Company Regimental championship basketball
teams and was also the Brigade Contract Bridge champion. Following graduation, he married
Lorraine and reported to NAS Pensacola for flight training. After earning his Wings in 1968,
he reported to NAS Cecil Field to fly A-7s and deployed on USS Saratoga (CV-60).
Selected for Navy Test Pilot School at NAS Patuxent River, he was designated a Test Pilot in
1973 and served at PAX for 2 more years in Weapons Systems Test directorate. He was then
assigned as a Test Pilot instructor pilot at the British Empire Test Pilot School in Great Britain.
He was early selected for LCDR while on duty in England; it was during this time that he was
diagnosed with cancer.
However, he stayed on active duty, publishing an article on aircraft spins in the aviation safety
magazine Approach and even managing a successful ejection from a British aircraft on a short
final. He suffered a relapse in 1976, which ended his flying career. However, he remained on
active duty, working for the Navy while undergoing treatment at the Bethesda Naval Hospital
and then at home.
Walt believed in God and that it was Gods plan for him. He died in Jacksonville, FL on 28
May 77. He is survived by his widow, Lorraine, son Scott, grandson Michael and three broth-
ers: Craig 68, Eric 69, and Stephen.

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William Dale Johnson
Service History
1967-1968 Immediate Masters Program, AEC Fellowship, Georgia Tech, Nuclear Engineering
1968-1969 Nuclear Power School, Mare Island, CA, Nuclear Prototype, S5G, Idaho Falls
1970-1972 USS Sam Houston, SSBN 609, Electrical, Reactor Controls, Communications
1972-1974 Division Director, Officers Department, Nuclear Power School, Bainbridge, MD
1974-1975 USS Kamehameha, SSBN 642, Operations Officer, Communicator
1975-1992 Navy Reserve, primarily with the Commander Seventh Fleet Reserve Unit for the last few years before retirement as
CAPT, USNR
1975-1976 Quality Assurance Department, Texas Utilities Services In-
corporated
1976-2005 Nuclear Safety Inspector, Resident Inspector, Branch Chief,
US Nuclear Regulatory Commission
2005-2012 Nuclear Safety Consultant

I married my high school sweetheart, Susie, in June 1967. She is still
my sweetheart.

Susie and I have two sons, Randy and Michael. Both sons married girls
named Jennifer. We have nine grandchildren. Randy has four sons and
two daughters. Michael has two sons and one daughter.
time?
Retired life is going great. We travel whenever we can, both in our 5 th wheel RV and on tours to other countries. We love to walk,
hike and bike in scenic places. Grandchildren are a priority.

I fondly remember getting many Saturday evenings and Sundays of carry-on during Plebe year following football victories, thanks to
the heroic play of Roger Staubach.

Although it was not funny at the time, some of the come-arounds are funny when looking back. These include races wearing double
sweatgear over raingear carrying mattress and rifle and duck walking in socks, jocks, and boondocks.
1967-68, Atomic Energy Commission Fellowship, Georgia Tech, MS in Nuclear Engineering

Submariner Dolphins
I was interested in an education in science and engineering which were USNA strong points and I was excited about the prospect of
becoming a Naval Officer and serving my country.
Did the academy experience satisfy your expectations

Im proud of the education I received. I loved going to sea and was happy to be able to contribute to national security. The Navy
experience was very useful for me in later pursuits.
Summary
Right after graduation and getting married to Susie, I went to Atlanta to attend Georgia Tech under an Atomic Energy Commission

Fellowship. The next year with a Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering Degree, I visited Admiral Rickover and went to Nuclear
Power School at Mare Island and Nuclear Prototype in Idaho Falls. The next two years were spent in various Division Officer jobs
on the USS Sam Houston, SSBN 609. Then I spent two years in Bainbridge, Maryland, as an instructor and Division Director in the
Officer Department of the Nuclear Power School. Next came a tour on the USS Kamehameha, SSBN 642, as Operations Officer
followed by a transfer to civilian life in 1975. My first position as a civilian was in Dallas as a Quality Assurance auditor for Texas
Utilities Services, Inc. At the time they were starting construction on a nuclear generating station in Glen Rose, Texas. My next
position was in Arlington, Texas, with the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission. I performed inspections to assure nuclear power
plant safety including tours as Senior Resident Inspector at Arkansas Nuclear One and Comanche Peak. Following tours as Section
Chief and Branch Chief, and receiving the Meritorious and Distinguished Service Awards along the way, I retired from federal ser-
vice in 2005. After working as an independent nuclear safety consultant on and off through 2012, I retired to travel and enjoy family
life.
Susie and I have two sons, Randy and Michael. These days we are kept busy with the activities of nine grandchildren. We also en-
joy church activities and volunteer opportunities, traveling to scenic places with tour groups or in our fifth wheel RV, hiking, biking,
and monitoring bluebird trails.

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William C. (Will) Kellum

Service History:
USS Robert L. Wilson (DD-847) - Jun 1967 - Jun 1969, line officer, EMO/Asst Navigator - overhaul, GITMO, Westpac Cruise
(Gulf of Tonkin)
Supply Corps School, Athens, GA - July - Dec 1969, XFR to Supply Corps
USS Muliphen (LKA-61), Little Creek, VA - Jan - Aug 1970, Supply Officer, decommissioned and mothballed ship
USS Manley (DD-940), Norfolk, VA - Sep 1970 - Dec 1971, Supply Officer, pre- commissioning detail in Philly NSY, GITMO,
shakedown cruise
Naval Audit Service, Norfolk, VA - Jan 1972 - Jun 1974, auditorNAVCOMSTA Puerto Rico, Ponce, PR - Jul 1974 - Jul 1976, Sup-
ply and Fiscal Officer
Fleet Aviation Accounting Office, Pacific (FAAOPAC), San Diego, CA - Jul 1976 - Jul 1977, Officer in Charge, did AAA account-
ing for AIRPAC and its operating units
Fleet Accounting and Disbursing Center, Pacific (FAADCPAC) - Jul
1977 - May 1979, FAAOPAC merged with this activity and I
was assigned as Planning Officer
USS Tripoli (LPH-10), May 1979 - Nov 1981, Supply Officer, Westpac
cruise and overhaul (this was a tough tour, what with the Ma-
rines and all - I did 30 months and I often tell people that you
get less time than that for manslaughter!)
COMNAVAIRPAC, San Diego, CA - Nov 1981 - Jun 1984, assigned as
Fleet Budget and Accounting Officer/Deputy Comptroller,
managed operating funds for AIRPAC fleet and shore activities
Naval Military Sealift Command (MSC), Washington, DC - Jul 1984 -
Jul 1987, assigned as Internal Review Officer and conducted
audits of all MSC functions and operations
Naval Inspector General (NAVIG), Washington, DC - Jul 1987 - Aug
1991, inspector and investigator, primarily involved with inves-
tigating alleged ethics violations
Retired as Commander, SC, USN, 31 Aug 1991
Following Retirement from active duty in 1991, I was hired as
NAVIGs first civilian Senior Official Investigator, assigned to investi-
gate alleged ethics violations by flag officers and senior executives
(SES).
In 1994, the Senior Official investigation function became its own division within the NAVIG structure, the Special Inquiries Divi-
sion (N-5). I was selected as the first N-5 director and served in that capacity for the next 16 years. N-5, comprised of a GS-15 direc-
tor and 6 GS-14 investigators, investigated all Navy flag/SES cases (except those taken by the DODIG) worldwide.
I was involved in literally hundreds of senior official investigations over those years, many with memorable outcomes, several in-
volving USNA.
I retired from civil service in Oct 2010 after 23 years with NAVIG, 4 on active duty and 19 as a civilian. During that period, I served
under 10 Naval Inspector Generals.
Interesting Life Events:

From Jun 1993 to Mar 1994, I was the senior investigator assigned to the IG team that investigated a large scale cheating scandal
involving the compromise of a mid-term EE exam administered in Dec 1992. Our team interviewed 800 mids, including all of the
657 who took the exam (EE for non-engineers). We got to the bottom of every aspect of the event, and it wasnt pretty. Many
changes have since occurred at USNA. This event has colored many of my thoughts and feelings about USNA in the ensuing years.
Wife, etc.
Wanda (George Washington University BS 67) and I were married at USNA on 24 Jun 1967 and look forward to our 50th anniver-
sary next year. We were high school sweethearts from Annandale, VA. She worked for many years as a Medical Technologist, but is
now retired. We have 2 sons:
Bill (May 1970) is a GS-15 IT manager at the Library of Congress and is married to his college sweetheart, Vicki. They have 16 year

old twin sons and an 11 year old daughter;

Matt (Feb 1974), works in the medical services field in Dallas, TX, and is married to Sarah. They have a 9 year old son.
All are all well and leading productive lives in their respective endeavors.
Retired Life:
We live in a retirement community and love it. There are many people with shared interests and life experiences, and our lives are
very full. We have a golf course, and thats what I do. There are about 15 guys on my street whom I play with all the time, including
throughout the winter (when not precluded by snow). Unfortunately, after literally hundreds of rounds, Im as bad as ever, which I
attribute to not having started until age 66. In addition, we bowl in a community-organized mixed league with many of our friends
and neighbors. We also spend a lot to time traveling to Texas to visit our son and his family and Wandas mother in San Antonio (97
and still driving and bowling twice a week).
We also enjoy our pet birds, 2 parrots, a 36 year old African Grey and a 23 year old Blue Headed Pionus. They go with us on all our
driving trips to Texas.
One of my main goals in life is to outlive Wandas mother and the African Grey.
Vivid/Fondest Memories:
I have fond memories of being on the Plebe Detail and intramural sports, especially basketball and volleyball. At this point in life
nothing is very vivid, but I certainly hold dear all the friendships formed then and kept going all these years.

My roommate the last two years was Rick Kumer, who had the habit of giving plebes come-arounds, but then not being in the room
when they burst through the door. On those occasions, my practice was to have the plebes get in Ricks bunk, under the covers, and
await his arrival.
Academic:
MBA from Marymount University (1985)
My high school had a Spanish teacher who was a retired naval officer/USNA graduate. He was always on the lookout for recruits for
USNA. I was a good student and athlete and also came from a military family, and at his urging, I applied for a presidential appoint-
ment. USNA football was also interested in me and assisted by getting me a physical waiver due to my disqualifying bad eyesight.
Once that appointment came through, it was hard to turn down, in that the other alternative was going to be attending Georgia Tech
at my parents expense. At 17 years old, I had no grandiose aspirations, other than to get an education and possible career, should
naval service turn out to be something I wanted to do with my life. It did, and I gave the Navy 43 years, 24 on active duty and 19 as a
navy civilian. My military career was only marginally successful, but I found my niche with NAVIG, where my analytical and edit-
ing skills served the Navy well for many productive years. My USNA experience was always a useful backdrop in these endeavors,
usually guiding me to the correct ethical outcome.

My expectation was to survive the USNA experience, especially PE, where they tried to drown us for 4 years, and graduate. By 1/c
year, I was worn down and not that motivated for a military career. I was supposed to have been commissioned in the staff corps
initially, but the eye sight standards were lowered and I was unexpectedly thrown into the line. I did 2 years before the mast on an
old destroyer, which I did not enjoy, and transferred to the Supply Corps to see if that was a more palatable existence. It was, and I
enjoyed most of my tours thereafter, specializing in budget, finance, accounting, and auditing. All of that experience came to the fore
during my years at NAVIG.
Summary
Upon graduation and shortly before reporting to USS Robert L. Wilson (DD-847) in Norfolk, Wanda and I were married at USNA
on 24 June 1967. High school sweethearts, we survived 6 years of courting. I also survived WILSON, but barely, and transferred to
the Supply Corps in December 1969. Back to sea, where I decommissioned one ship and commissioned another, before going ashore
with the Naval Audit Service in Norfolk. Thereafter, I specialized in audit, accounting, and financial management. Many shore tours
ensued, interrupted by my 30 months before the mast as Supply Officer on USS Tripoli (LPH-10).
Wanda and I had two sons along the way, Bill in 1970 and Matt in 1974. Both are college educated, married, and productive mem-
bers of society. They have given us 4 wonderful grandchildren. Wanda graduated GWU 67 with a BS in Medical Technology and
worked her boys way through college, before retiring early from the microbiology lab of Fair Oaks Hospital.

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I finally found my niche in my last tour with the Naval Inspector General (NAVIG). I retired from NAVIG as a Commander in 1991
and returned to work shortly thereafter as a civilian investigator. In 1994, I became the first director of the newly established NAVIG
Special Inquiries Division, which exclusively conducted senior official investigations (flag/SES) for the DoN, reporting directly to
CNO and SECNAV. I retired from NAVIG in October 2010 having worked for the Navy for 43 consecutive years.
We moved to a retirement community in Haymarket, VA, in 2011, and our lives are as full as they can be with family and friends
and a myriad of activities. Mostly, I golf, badly but with enthusiasm. We look forward to many years of this very good life and con-
sider it the fruits of our long, dedicated naval service.

Richard (Rick) Kumer
Service History
6167-10/67: NAS Long Beach (Asst golf course Officer);
11/67-4/69: Flight School (NAS Pensacola; NAS Meridian, Ms; NAS Kingsville, Tx; flew T34, T2, F9), re-
ceived pilot wings April 1969;
4/69-4/71: NAS Glynco,GA RIO School (Bogey/Instructor pilot T39 Sabreliner);
4/71-10/74: VRF-31, NAS Norfolk,VA (flying F9,A4,A7,F8,F4,T2,T39 aircraft);
10/74-9/75: VF-101 F4 RAG;
9/75-6/78: VF-33 (F4J); 2 USS Independence and 1 USS Eisenhower cruises in the Med;
6/78-9/84: VR-56 flying DC-9s; Retired from Reserves in 1991.
6/78-6/80: Corporate Learjet Capt, Landmark Comm;
7/80-10/82 Learjet Capt/FAA check pilot, Flight Intl.
Total career flight hours: 9500. Carrier landings 285.
Residential Real Estate Sales/Listings and Management
4/83-12/16 & probably longer! Designations: ABR, GRI,
CRS

Wife:
Connie, married 41+ years; 1 son, 3 grandchildren
How is retired life going and how do you currently spend

your time?
When I retire, I will update this

My company mates, going to the movies a lot, intramural sports and competition

All 4 years!
Awards Received
RE/MAX Hall of Fame, multiple national and local Real Estate Sales Awards
BS SCIENCE (AERONAUTICAL ENGR AND MATH)

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David C. LeRoy
Eighteen months after I began flight school, I tran-

sitioned to the surface Navy and WestPac tours as
Navigator/CIC/AsstOps aboard USS Buck (DD-
761), including two Vietnam assignments. My sec-
ond tour was cut short with orders to NAB Coro-
nado to prep for 1-year in-country as Shipboard Ad-
visor with the RVN Navy, for which I received a
Bronze Star with V. My life had become an adven-
ture.
After leaving active duty to pursue business inter-

ests, I remained very active in the Naval Reserve. I
owned my own business in Colorado, and became
involved in numerous community leadership posi-
tions. Then, in 1991, I was selected to attend the
Naval War College, a uniquely memorable time.
In Dec 1994, I retired at CINCPACFLT as a Cap-
tain, and became a Defense contractor with Cubic.
Since 1998 Ive worked for SAIC (now Leidos) in Honolulu, San Diego and currently North-
ern VA -- the last 6 years as VP/Director of Business Development for our $1.7B Surveillance
& Reconnaissance Group.
My wife Julie and I became engaged in 67, but went our separate ways during flight school.
Fortunately, my perseverance paid off; we married and have 4 wonderful children and 5 grand-
children! Weve travelled extensively, including an around-the-world trip visiting six conti-
nents. This trip included a stopover to celebrate daughter Christinas wedding at the West Point
Chapel. We celebrated my 70th birthday in South Bend with 38 family and friends at the Navy-
Notre Dame game when daughter Katie was getting her ND MBA. Recently Julie and I
bought our retirement home in Annapolis and look forward to exploring Chesapeake Bay and
beyond in our 46 boat.

Allen Walker Martin

Service History
July 1967-June 68, Fulbright Scholar at Recife, Brazil, attached to U.S.
Naval Assistance Mission to Brazil through U.S. Embassy;
July 1968-February 1969, Submarine School, Submarine Base New
London, Groton, Connecticut;
March-September 1969, Nuclear Power School, Mare Island Naval
Shipyard, Vallejo, California
October 1969-April 1970, Nuclear Power Plant Prototype S1W, Na-
tional Reactor Test Site, Idaho Falls, Idaho
April 1970-May 1974, USS Skate (SSN-578), homeport Submarine
Base New London until about July 1971; in Norfolk Naval
Shipyard, Portsmouth, Virginia, from July 1971 to September
1973; homeport Submarine Base New London from September
1973 to May 1974.
May 1974, resigned from the service.
After leaving the Navy in 1974 I worked with my uncle managing and working as a mechanic in his automotive repair business in
Orlando, Florida, for a few months. Subsequently, Carmela and I moved to the Washington metro area where I worked for a consult-
ing firm, a beltway bandit as we used to say, working on procurement of submarine electronic systems from 1975 to 1978.
We moved to Boston in 1978 when I enrolled in the MBA program at Harvard Business School. I completed my degree in 1980 and
joined a mutual fund management company in Boston as a financial analyst and eventually as portfolio manager of mutual funds and
other client accounts. I worked in the financial asset management business until 2003 when I stepped down to focus on family and
non-profit endeavors.

Probably the most unusual thing I did in the Navythat I want to write aboutwas conning a submerged submarine in shallow wa-
ters under the Arctic ice. Although not so unusual among submarine sailors, this environment is quite alien to most others, whether
Navy or civilian. Of course, it does not measure up to what most of our USMC classmates have been through.
I never was stationed in Hawaii, which was my mistake; however, since I stopped working for pay (some say retired) Carmela and I
have spent 9 winters in Maui rather than face up to the Massachusetts cold and dark. I recommend winter in Hawaii.
I have recently finished writing a genealogy book about many of my ancestors. Like many Americans my family has roots all over
the country. The book goes back to 17th century Virginia and 18th century Pennsylvania. My father started the work some 20 years
ago, but after his death it became mine to develop and complete. It has no great commercial appeal, but I am publishing it for my
extended family and interested genealogists.

I married Carmela DiCaprio of Hamden, Connecticut, in January 1970. She was a student at Connecticut College for Women in New
London when I was at Submarine School across the river. My time at Sub School was not wasted. Our daughter Emily was born in
March 1981. Son Peter was born in January 1983. Carmela is an artist, painting in oils, pastels and watercolors. Emily is a librarian
in Nashville, Tennessee. Peter is married to Laura Belkot Martin. They have one son, Jonas Walker Martin, my only grandchild,
born in February 2016 some 70 years after my own birth. Peter makes furniture in Baltimore.
Retired life is just fine, although I prefer to think of it as redirecting my talents and energies. Strangely enough, after leading a
mostly sedentary life since leaving the Navy, I now work out and run regularly. I am just trying to keep the machinery working. We
have been able to spend many of our winters in Hawaii or San Diego rather than Massachusetts. That has been a plus. I have re-
searched and written a genealogy and family history to be self-published shortly. That has given me some perspective on turning 70.
Also, I have been reasonably active with two non-profit organizations, one of which helps the homeless and one provides spiritual
and physical comfort to international merchant seafarers in Boston harbor. During the pleasant seasons I still enjoy getting out in the
garden, but with fall approaching I confess that maintaining the yard and beds can sometimes be a burden.

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I do not have the fondest memories of USNA. I admit that I never seem to have mastered the art of living within the system and get-
ting around it at the same time. Or maybe I did but just did not like the duality of it all. Bill Stedfield may remember the Saturday
night first-class year when I was almost late getting back from liberty. He had the duty that night. Thanks again, Bill.
Ocean sailing was one of my outlets. The conditions on Chesapeake Bay were not always pleasant in the spring and fall, but it pro-
vided a way to get away from the yard. It must have been second-class summer that I was in the crew of one of the yawls racing
from Annapolis to Newport, Rhode Island. That was a fine adventure.

One morning first-class year the OD burst into our room just after reveille. I was alone sitting at my desk still somewhat blurry eyed.
I braced up, and he asked where my roommate was. To which I responded quite honestly that I did not know. The mate took my
name for some reason or another, and the OD left. Now somewhat more awake I looked across the desk and saw that Taylor was still
bundled up in bed asleep under the covers. I suppose you had to be there to see the humor.
Some of us may remember, Lt. Brian van Meter, who was a company officer and something of a terror when we were Plebes. He
was Engineer on Skate and my boss much of the time I was aboard. Turned out he was a pretty good guy.
I was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship upon graduation from the Academy and spent the next twelve months (1967-68) in Brazil
studying Brazilian politics, history and government. Admiral Rickover strongly complained about this to me when he interviewed
me in the summer of 1968.
Athletic
Unfortunately, I was just another company athlete and not a very good one, at that.
Service/USNA Awards
Meritorious Unit Commendation aboard USS Skate (SSN 578) in 1970 related to arctic operations. Skate was one of the last twin-
screw submarines and for that reason was used in several under ice operations.

Qualified in Submarines, Gold Dolphins
Flag Pennant
I never got that far.
Summary
After graduation I spent a year in Brazil studying at a Brazilian university in Recife under a Fulbright Scholarship. In July 1968 I
reported to Submarine School in Groton, Connecticut. After Sub School and nuclear power training in the West I returned to Groton
and reported aboard Skate (SSN- 578) in April 1970. I served aboard Skate until I left the service in May 1974. About half the time
we operated out of Groton, and half the time we underwent a major refueling and overhaul at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. In 1970-71
we made two trips into the Arctic and one trip to Scotland.
After working for a few years in the Washington metro area, I went back to school for my M.B.A. degree and started working for a
financial management firm in Boston in 1980. Over the next 23 years I managed a variety of stock market portfolios and finished my
career marketing portfolio management services. Since 2004 I have been involved with one non-profit organization that supports
international merchant seamen in Boston harbor and another organization that houses and helps the homeless. Visiting aboard tank-
ers and freighters dockside reminds me a little of my days aboard ship. Just enough.
I married Carmela DiCaprio of Hamden, CT, in January 1970. We met while I was at Sub School and she was attending Connecticut
College in New London across the river. Carmela and I have lived in Beverly, MA, a small shore-side city about 25 miles north of
Boston, since 1980. We have two grown children, a daughter and a son, and one newly born grandson.
I attended USNA expecting to spend my career in the Navy. It did not turn out that way, but I have no regrets either about the Acad-
emy or the career.

Dana McCarthy
Service History
I received my naval aviator wings on Nov. 15, 1968.
After flight training and RAG training, I was assigned to HS-4 at NAS
Imperial Beach from May 1969 to January 1971. During this tour I
made two Apollo Recovery cruises on USS HORNET and USS IWO
JIMA and one WestPac on USS TICONDEROGA. We were also heav-
ily involved in the Uptide-2 series of fleet exercises that made such
revolutionary changes to ASW. These were conducted aboard USS
BENNINGTON and USS HORNET. Aboard TICONDEROGA I flew
some SAR missions off the coast of Vietnam and during the bombing
halt, went north to look for Soviet subs. While in HS-4 I served as Line
Division Officer, Avionics-Armament Division Officer, Schedules Offi-
cer, Nuclear Weapons Officer and Instructor, and NATOPS Officer.
I then attended the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA

from January 1971 to June 1972, where I earned an MS degree in Man-
agement (Computer Systems).
I was then assigned to the Computer Science Department at USNA from

July 1973 to June 1976 where I taught every course offered by the de-
partment. I was the course coordinator and wrote the text used in the plebe Introduction to Computing course, and also served as
course coordinator for a number of upper-level courses. I served on the Faculty Senate during my last two years at USNA.
By then I was an O-4 and I was assigned to USS OKINAWA as Assistant Air Boss. I served aboard OKINAWA from June 1976 to
September 1978, and made one WestPac. After returning from WestPac we put the ship through a nine-month ROH in Long Beach. I
served as Assistant Overhaul Officer and Ships Force Overhaul Manager.
After leaving OKINAWA I resigned my USN commission, took a USNR commission, and left active duty in September 1978.
I spent the next 14 years in the reserves, serving in a number of reserve units. I commanded three reserve units during this period in
support of NAS Brunswick, NAS South Weymouth, and USS KENNEDY (CV-67). I retired as an O-6 in October 1993.
From September 1978 to July 1994 I was the principal of McCarthy Associates International, a consulting firm focused on manage-
ment improvement and customer focus. Wrote over 50 published articles for trade and business publications, and contributed numer-
ous chapters to HR and Management Handbooks. Delivered over 250 speeches and addresses to corporate clients and business and
industry organizations.
In 1994 I decided to begin formation as a deacon candidate in the Catholic Church. This necessitated stopping my business since Id
be unable to travel and go through the intensive 5-year formation program. I took a position as Director of the Center for Profes-
sional Development at Providence College where I worked for three years developing and offering business-related courses to local
industry. I also took on a similar role at Roger Williams University.
Once I was ordained in 1997, I accepted a position at Excel Switching Corporation in Hyannis, MA, where I was initially responsible
for Sales Training. I then accepted the position of Director of Training and Technical Publications, and finally, after the firm was
acquired by Lucent Technologies, I was Director of Customer Satisfaction. I retired in April 2003, and devoted all my time to my
ministry as a deacon.

Married the beautiful Diane Booth in Pensacola, FL on November 2, 1968.
Flew as co-pilot in the primary recovery helicopter for the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission.
Ordained as a permanent deacon in the Catholic Church on May 24, 1997.
Tell us about your wife, children and grandchildren.

Diane Booth, born in Miami and brought up in Pensacola, graduated from Florida State University in 1968. Diane taught Head Start
and then High School English in Pensacola. Taught English in the Chula Vista, CA schools. And after graduate school, taught Kin-
dergarten and 4th Grade at Holy Trinity School in Harwich, MA. She was also an elected member of the local school board and

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served as chairman for several terms.
Diane and I have four grown children (who have given us nine wonderful grandchildren, ages 3 to 15):
Erin, married with five children, and living in Hyannis, MA
Siobhan, married with two children, and living in Kihei, Maui, HI
Ethan, married with one child, and living in New Bedford, MA
Brendan, married with one child, and living in Nantucket, MA
Retirement here in The Villages, Florida keeps me extremely busy. I spend 30-50 hours each week involved in various ministries.
Diane and I have worked at the Wildwood Soup Kitchen for 12 years now (shes the Thursday cook and Im the Thursday captain)
where we serve between 200 and 300 meals daily. I served as President of the Board of Directors for over five years.
Im Director of Liturgy for our parish, facilitate two weekly Scripture Study programs, conduct much of our adult faith formation,
and serve on a number of standing committees. The parish is large, with 5,000 people attending Mass each weekend, so there are
many needs.
I conduct courses in theology and ministry for the Diocese of Orlando. These courses are attended by all teachers at diocesan Catho-
lic schools and by catechists who teach children and adults at our 100+ parishes.
Diane and I also serve as Hospital Chaplains at The Villages Regional Hospital.
I take part in our informal Blue & Gold Club of alumni living here in The Villages.

Glee Club trips during plebe year the best way to get away from USNA as a plebe.
Army-Navy game plebe year.
Youngster Cruise aboard USS McCaffery (DD 860) with port visits to Stockholm, Kiel, Rotterdam
Going to London, Paris & Naples along with Wayne Henry and John Till in ADM Horacio Riveros plane during second-class
summer. The all-time good deal.
Every June Week.
Graduation.

Most of the really funny stuff cant be included here.
Awards Received
The following information will be used in a separate section of the book and will focus on awards and honors
Applied for the Olmstead Scholarship (German) but Bob ORourke and Mike Roth were both a lot smarter; they won the scholar-
ships and I came in third.
USN Postgraduate School, Monterey MS Management (Computer Systems)
Athletic
Played fieldball as a plebebig mistake.
Service/USNA Awards
Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Unit Commendation (2), and usual stuff.

Naval Aviator
Flag Pennant
Thank God, no.
My brother went to West Point (USMA 62) but I was a West Point reject out of high school (congressional 1 st alternate) so I attended
Georgetown University School of Foreign Service for a year (1962-63). My congressman had no openings for USMA the next year
but suggested I apply for USNA, so I did, and got the appointment. This was a big deal in a family with three generations of Army
service, but it obviously worked out. I expected to be a naval aviator and that worked out too.


I had intended to make it a career, and surprised myself when I decided to resign my USN commission as an O-4 in my 12th year.
But I had four children, hadnt seen Diane or them much in the preceding two years, and was heading to a squadron that would de-
ploy right after my arrival. It was a good decision.

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William (Taylor) McCluskey
Following graduation I reported to Pensacola, FL for flight training. I went through the jet
pipeline and in the summer of 1968 received my wings. I reported to the east coast RAG
squadron VA-174 where I trained in the A7 Corsair 2 and then joined VA-37 in Jacksonville,
Fl. We deployed aboard the USS Saratoga with Air Wing 3 and in the period 1970 to 1971
made two cruises east to the Mediterranean. Following my second cruise I was transferred to
VT-21 in Kingsville, TX in 1972 as an advanced jet flight instruc-
tor. My ground job during this time was to be in charge of all
ground training to students in connection with their flight instruc-
tion. Following my tour at VT-21 at Kingsville, I retired from the
Navy in 1974 and entered civilian life.
After leaving the Navy, I attended the University of Texas at Aus-

tin, TX and, after graduating with a Masters Degree in account-
ing/tax, I moved to Ft Worth, TX in 1976 where I held positions
as tax manager with Coopers Lybrand and Snyder Oil Company.
It is here that I met and married my beautiful wife Carolyn and we
raised three wonderful daughters. In 1988 we moved back to my
home town of Wheeling, WV where I finished my career as senior
vice president of trusts at Wesbanco Bank Inc.
Following retirement in 2009 Carolyn and I have been active in youth ministry both in our
church and with the Young Life organization. We currently lead a ministry for kids with dis-
abilities called Young Life Capernaum and have taken special needs kids to camp in each of
the past three summers. I have also made a number of trips to Haiti bringing special water fil-
tration systems to people who live in the remote mountainous regions of that Country. Carolyn
and I are both wired for adventure and have made two trips bicycling across the US and hiking
the Appalachian Trail all as fund raisers for Young Life and other ministries.
Mostly because of my immaturity I can't say that I came to USNA with any significant expec-
tations. As I look back however, I will be forever grateful for not only the great education, but
for the discipline, structure, emphasis on honor, character, integrity and a host of other intangi-
bles. These things were exactly what I needed at that stage of life and they have served me
well. My fondest memories of my Academy days are clearly my close friendships with so
many classmates, not only the 22nd company guys, but also the classmates I lived and flew
with after graduation.

Donald (Don) McKee
I had an unremarkable tour in the Marines punctuated by a few moments in the airplane where
I remarked emphatically (oh s...!). Immediate Masters at Georgia Tech, TBS, Air Force Flight
School, gold wings in Yuma, VMA 223 in El Toro, A-4Fs, resigned 1973.
Married Barbara Warden, 1968. Best thing I

ever did. Best friend one could ever have. Spent
some time as an engineer, won a couple of de-
sign awards and eleven patents. Barbara created
stained glass for 30 years, and I often worked
for her. We moved to Louisville, Colorado,
bought a wonderful Victorian home. Weve
added a Hobbit door including stained glass, a
pair of hidden bookcase doors, a heavily carved
sink base, an intricate inlayed floor and .
Barb and I were featured in Fine Homebuilding
for some of those projects. My curse has be-
come, Dont ever make anything simple and
efficient if a way can be found to make it com-
plex and wonderful.
Im a professional
sculptor. I made the only piece of British Royal regalia ever cre-
ated by a non Brit, a chain of office for The Lord Lyon King of
Arms for Scotland, he then granted me a personal Coat of Arms.
Ive been Drum Major for three bagpipe bands and for Dewars
Whisky. A great blessing is that Barbara became a piper, a good
one, and we were in the same band for twenty-four years. I built a
mid engine Valkyrie kit car while stationed in Yuma and put
50,000 miles on it but have started over from scratch and its now
taking up most of my time. I still ski.
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Thomas W. Moore
Service History
Summer 1967: USNA Sailing Instructor
1967-1969: Nuclear Power School, Prototype and Submarine School
1969-1972: USS Finback (SSN670), Norfolk
1972-1975: Engineer Officer, USS Spadefish (SSN668), Norfolk
1975-1977: Assistant Force Nuclear Power Officer, COMSUBPAC Staff, Pearl Harbor
1977-1981: Executive Officer, USS Lewis and Clark (SSBN644) Blue, Charleston
1981-1983: OPNAV Staff, Washington
1983-1986: Commanding Officer, USS Lewis and Clark (SSBN644) Gold, Charleston
1986-1989: Commanding Officer USS Helena (SSN725), New London
1989-1990: Deputy Squadron Commander, COMSUBRON 14 Holy Loch, Scotland
1989-1990: National War College, Washington DC
1990-1992: Commanding Officer, USS Tennessee (SSBN 734) Gold, Kings Bay
1992-1993: Chief of Staff, COMSUBGRU Ten, Kings By
1993 Retired CAPT USN
Nuclear Submarine Officer

I am married to Barbara OConnell, a retired special agent for NCIS. She is a great
lady. I have two children, Thomas W. Moore, Jr, Captain Medical Corps, USNR and
Family Practice Physician now in private practice, and Rob Moore, an executive with
British Petroleum Corporation. We have four granddaughters ranging in age from 18 to
10 years old.
Retirement is great. We travel frequently, mostly to Europe using the Military Space Available system for the adventure of never
quite knowing where you will wind up.

Submariner Dolphins
I wanted to go to USNA throughout my teenage years. The idea of ships and the Navy intrigued me and I thought that USNA was
the only way to do that. Obviously I was not realistic. I expected that I would be trained to succeed in the Navy and by golly, that is
what happened.

Yes
Summary
As graduation approached I was set to go to UVA on scholarship for a year of graduate work in nuclear engineering, but a telephone
call from some Captain in the Bureau notified me that the Navy needed fine young men like me in the fleet and therefore, the schol-
arship was not going to be allowed. I got into nuclear power because the availability of ship billets was poor that late in the process.
I disliked the pipeline schools and was committed to leaving at the first opportunity, but my first ship turned out to be a great experi-
ence and the rest is history. My career is somewhat unique in that I had three submarine commands - that was the best job anyone
could get. I added up my days actually submerged and found that I had been submerged for a total of more than seven years. I
would do it all again.
I am married to Barbara OConnell, a retired special agent for NCIS. She is a great lady. We have two children, Thomas W. Moore,
Jr, Captain Medical Corps, USNR and Family Practice Physician now in private practice, and Rob Moore, an executive with British
Petroleum Corporation. We have four granddaughters ranging in age from 18 to 10 years old.

G. Peter Nanos, Jr
Service History
1998-2002: Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command.
Responsible for all aspects of the research and development, design, acquisition, construction, repair, life cycle support and
decommissioning of U.S Navy ships, submarines and shipboard weapons systems.
1994-1998: Director Strategic Systems Programs
Responsible for all aspects of the research and development, design,
acquisition, life cycle support and elimination of U.S. and U.K. subma-
rine launched strategic weapons systems.
1992-1994: Technical Director, Strategic Systems Programs
Responsible for research and development, systems engineering, acqui-
sition and support for Navy submarine-launched strategic weapons sys-
tems.
1991-1992: Deputy Technical Director, Strategic Systems Programs
1990-1992: Head, Missile Branch Strategic Systems Programs
Responsible for development, acquisition and support of Trident II,
Trident I, Poseidon and Polaris A3 missiles and their associated reentry
systems.
1988-1990: Head, Navigation Branch Strategic Systems Programs
Responsible for development, acquisition and support of strategic sub-
marine navigation systems in support of Trident I, Trident II, Poseidon
and Polaris strategic weapons systems.
1986-1988: Deputy Director Warfare Systems Engineering, The Space and Na-
val Warfare Systems Command
Responsibilities for development of the Navys first attempt to integrate
and engineer systems at the battle group level.
1984 1986: Engineer Officer USS America (CV-66)
1982 1984: Combat Systems Officer, Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Managed an office of 150 engineers and technicians supporting weap-
ons system work on all classes of Navy ships.
1976-1982: Deputy Assistant Program Manager (APM) for Technology, The
Navy High Energy Laser Program (PMS-405)
Responsibilities in managing the development and field-testing of the
Sea Light system composed of the weapon level power MIRACL laser and its associated beam director: specifically re-
sponsible for risk reduction experiments and field tests.
1975-1976: Materiel Officer Destroyer Squadron Ten
1974-1976: Engineer Officer USS Forest Sherman (DD-931)
1969-1974: Princeton University (student-Physics) and U. S. Naval Destroyer School (student)
1967-1969: Gunnery Assistant then ASW Officer USS Glennon (DD-840)
1963-1967 USNA/22nd company
1967-2002: Naval Officer (Engineering Duty Officer from 1980 to 2002)
2003-2005: Director Los Alamos National Laboratory
2005-2009: Associate Director for Research and Development Defense Threat Reduction Agency
2009-2010: Associate Director for Operations Defense Treat Reduction Agency
2010-2015: National Security Studies Fellow, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
(During this time served as acting head of both the National Security Analysis and the Global Engagement Departments as
well as the Managing Executive of the new Force Projection Sector)
2015-Present Part Time Senior Advisor to the Strategic Deterrence Mission Area, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Too numerous to mention.

I met Joanne Louise Knowles while attending ASW Officers School in Key West, Florida in 1968. Joanne was a Key West native;

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we were married a year later and had our son George in 1970. He has become a Navy Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in hand sur-
gery. He and his wife Cary have blessed us with fraternal twin granddaughters, Sarah and Rachel born in 2004.
I am still an on-call employee of Johns Hopkins APL and serve on advisory boards and panels. I am also studying modern object
oriented programming to allow me to build applications for the iPhone and iPad.

Relationships with the faculty, particularly my Trident advisor.

Humor? We werent issued any humor were we?
National Merit Scholar (1963)
Trident Scholar, U. S. Naval Academy (1966-1967)
Sigma Pi Sigma (1966)
United Daughters of the Confederacy Physics Prize (1967)
The Professor Henry M. Roberts, Jr. Mathematics Prize (1967)
The Office of Naval Intelligence, Harry E. Ward Trident Scholars Prize (1967)
The Junior Line Officer Advanced Scientific Education Program (Burke Scholar) (1967-1974)
PhD in Physics, Princeton University (1974)
The VADM Russell C. Bryan Award (1980)
Distinguished Service Medal
Legion of Merit (2 awards)
Meritorious Service Medal (5 awards)
Secretary of Defense Medal for Outstanding Public Service (2010)
Defense Threat Reduction Agency Exceptional Civilian Service Medal (2 awards)

Surface Warfare
Flag Pennant
U. S. Navy Restricted Line Three Stars
I went to Navy rather than a civilian school; because I figured that I would be drafted anyway and if I went to Navy, I could go on
cruise in the summer rather than working in a textile mill. I had also been accepted at MIT and Navy offered the Trident and Burke
Scholarship programs that were very attractive.

In retrospect (from a post-doctoral perspective) I think the academy education that I received was the finest I could have had. The
personal relationships with faculty and their skill at teaching were unequaled. I essentially read Physics in the Oxford-Cambridge
sense for two years, an experience largely unavailable at other schools.
Summary)
VADM G. Peter Nanos, Jr., USN (ret) is a senior advisor in the Strategic Deterrence Mission Area at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics
Laboratory (APL). Since returning to the laboratory from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Fort Belvoir, Virginia,
where in four and a half years he founded the billion dollar Research and Development Enterprise and served as Associate Director
for Operations, Dr. Nanos has served as an acting department head in both the National Security Analysis and Global Engagement
Departments.
Prior to coming to APL and DTRA, Dr. Nanos served as the Director, Los Alamos National Laboratory, New Mexico, from 2003 to
2005.
Dr. Nanos is a retired United States Navy Vice Admiral, a 1967 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and earned his PhD in Physics
from Princeton University in 1974. In addition to tours at sea aboard destroyers and carriers, he specialized in Science and Engineer-

ing and was promoted to Vice Admiral to serve as the commander, Naval Sea Systems Command where he was responsible for de-
sign, development and logistics support for all Navy Ships and shipboard weapons systems until his retirement in 2002. For almost
ten years he served in the Navys Strategic Systems Programs and as a Rear Admiral became Director in 1994, where he was ac-
countable for design, development, logistics and performance of the submarine-based strategic missile systems for the United States
and United Kingdom. Dr. Nanos has over twenty years of experience in strategic weapons systems and nuclear weapons in both the
Departments of Defense and Energy.
I met Joanne Louise Knowles while attending ASW Officers School in Key West Florida in 1968. Joanne was a Key West native;
we were married a year later and had our son George in 1970. He has become a Navy Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in hand sur-
gery. He and his wife Cary have blessed us with fraternal twin granddaughters, Sarah and Rachel born in 2004.

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John H. (Jack) Quinlan

Service History
7-68 to 1-69 USS Detector (MSO-429) - Engineer Officer
10-69 to 6-71 USS Preble (DLG-15) - DCA
11-71 to 10-72 Naval Advisor MACV Senior Advisor
10-72 to 6-74 Student, USNPGS - MS in Management
9-74 to 5-75 Student, Destroyer School
6-75 to 9-78 USS Sterett (CG-31) - Engineer Officer
10-78 to 10-79 Chief of Naval Technical Training - Plans Office
10-79 to 4-1-94 US Naval Reserve
Four Commands:
DD948 Morton
ConvoyCom Galveston NCSO MobileABFC 109
ComClyde Glasgow for two exercises
Deputy OCE for BLUFFREDDEX 1-82, a riverine exercise on the Mis-

sissippi River and surrounding land areas
Principal Occupation Since Leaving Active Duty

VP positions in HR for companies in the automotive aftermarket, secu-
rity computer, and staffing industries.
President of a company in a DOD demonstration project for mental/
behavioral services to CHAMPUS patients
After retirement from business. Chief Operating Officer for a faith-
based inner-city ministry

Met my wife in Naples, Italy while on First Class cruise. She was in
Austria studying at the University of Vienna for the summer.
Nearly drowned on Youngster Cruise after a bad dive off the hanger
deck of a carrier
Hold my high school shot put record from 1963
Had appointments to USNA and USMA. USMA recruited me for foot-
ball
Spread children over 17 years
Wife, Children, and Grandchildren

Wife: Mary, we married in 1968 shortly after she returned from study at the University of Leningrad and graduating from Queens
College in Charlotte, NC.
Mary has an MA in English and taught Russian at Old Dominion University, University of Memphis, and Rhodes College in Mem-
phis. She has combined language and life skills to take dental and medical teams from our church, Second Presbyterian, to Ukraine
for the last twenty years.
Children: Hilary Anne, (46) Pharmacist, Knoxville, TN. Married, one daughter, Darby (16)
Hugh Michael (42) VP of Marketing for Life Jacket Solutions, Memphis, TN Two Sons, Connor 14 and Christian (12)
James Penland (34) Manager for Outback Steak House. Married, twins, Harper and Maddox (3 12)
Miriam Elizabeth (29) Server at a local restaurant, single
Grandchildren: Darby (16) Junior, honor roll student at Concord Christian Academy, Knoxville, TN. She hopes to play Div I Volley-
ball. Connor (14), eighth grade Honor student at Concord Christian Academy, Knoxville, TN. Computer Wiz, Tuba player in Con-
cord marching band and lineman for the Lions 8th grade football team, Christian (12) Honor student gamer extraordinaire at Con-
cord Christian Academy, Knoxville, TN, Harper and Maddox (3 12) Full of energy and move way too fast for me!
Retired Life
Mary and I both retired in December 2014, me from The Neighborhood Christian Center, and Mary from Second Presbyterian

Church where she had worked for the last nine years. Mary has been spending a good portion of her time caring for her 94 year old
mother in Knoxville, TN. However, we are looking forward to some traveling as soon as time allows.
MS Management at the Naval Postgraduate School
Service Awards
Bronze Star, twice received
Uniform Device
Surface Warfare
Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to Gain/Achieve from attending?
I was raised in a small village in upstate New York where my father was the police chief and my mother was a school teacher. My
father and his only brother were WWII veterans. Patriotism was a given in my home and community. I never considered an academy
until I was recruited by West Point for football. Along with the appointment to West Point came a second to Annapolis. I saw both as
opportunities to serve. While I knew about both academies from movies and know of the prestige of being a graduate, I never really
expected to gain anything for myself, except the opportunity to serve the nation as my father and uncle had. They were sons of an
Irish emigre father who built locks along the Mohawk River
Did the Academy experience satisfy your expectations?

As a nave 17 year old from a small village, the Naval Academy was at first a bit overwhelming. So many of my classmates had ex-
perienced much more either in life or in college. I always had to work hard on the academic front. Not being a football recruit, I
found my way to the track team as a shot putter and lettered 3rd, 2nd, and 1st class years. A big honor came when elected president
of the Varsity N Club 1st class year. Graduating from the Academy offered an array of new opportunities. The lessons learned at
USNA served me well aboard ship, in Viet Nam, and in the naval reserve. Probably the greatest things I took away from USNA were
a leadership style that set high expectations but encouraged and rewarded others and a disciplined thought process that I have used
every day since graduation.
Summary Bio for John Quinlan

While on first class cruise I met Mary Rodgers in Naples, Italy. Mary was from New Jersey and attending Queens College in Char-
lotte, NC. At the time we met she was studying at the University of Vienna. Mary and I dated first class year. After my graduation
Mary went to the University of Leningrad and we were married in January of 1968 at the Academy. Mary has taught Russian at the
University of Memphis, Old Dominion University, and Rhodes College. I did twelve years of active duty aboard the USS Detector
(MSO-429), USS Preble (DLG-15), USSN Sterett (CG-31), Naval Advisory Group, Viet Nam, Chief of Naval Training, and Naval
Postgraduate School. After active duty I spent 15 years in the Naval Reserve. During that time I had four commands, served as Dep-
uty OCE for a large riverine operation on the Mississippi River, and two exercises as ComClyde in Glasgow, Scotland for major
exercises. We have four children spread over 17 years. Hilary is a pharmacist, Mike is a part owner in Life Jacket Solutions, and
Penn and Miriam are both in the restaurant industry. We have lived in Memphis since 1978 where I have worked primarily in the
human resources field. Upon retirement from business I spent six years as the Chief Operating Officer for the Neighborhood Chris-
tian Center, an inner city ministry in Memphis poorest zip code.

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Bernard B. Racely
Service
NAS Patuxant River 1967
NAS Pensacola, Florida 1968-69 Wings
NAS Lemoore, Calif. 1969-70 HC-1
NAS Imperial Beach, Calif. - 1970- 72.
Earned an MBA in Finance from the U. of Oregon. I worked at U.S.
Bank and Merrill Lynch in Eugene, Oregon. Then I worked for The
Boeing Company in Seattle, WA. for over twenty years as a Customer
Engineer and a Service Bulletin Engineer.

I capped the Herndon Mt. to end Plebe Year.
Karen and I raised four children, including a set of identical twins.

Married Karen on July 1, 1967 in Eugene, Oregon on the hottest day of
the year ( 102 ). We raised Randy, Amy, Elizabeth, and Megan. We have a granddaughter, Norah, ( 4 yrs.), and a grandson, Au-
gust, ( 3 yrs.) from Megan, who lives in Portland, Maine married to Neil Attfield.
Both Karen and I are retired. Karen retired as an excellent school teacher and I retired from Boeing. We go to Maui in the Spring
and Whistler in the summer. Would like to get to Arizona in the Winter but havent done so.

I capped the Herndon Mt. to end Plebe Year, and enjoyed being in the drum and bugle corps., the concert band, and the Antiphonal
Choir.

We got caught coming in late by our Company Officer, Big Daddy Dods. I fell down with all the records and Jack Quinlan scooped
everything up, threw me and the records into my room to beat getting caught.
MBA Finance University of Oregon.

Aviator Wings
I wanted to get into the Naval Academy because an outstanding athlete and student in the class ahead of me in high school got
into the Air Force Academy.

I was proud to be a Midshipman and graduate from the Naval Academy. Getting my Wings was a milestone in my career and saving
lives on cruise I will always remember. I believe Im a better person because of my Naval Career and gained more than I would
have expected from the Naval Academy.

David L. Rost
Service History
July, 1967 December, 1967 Student, US Navy Supply Corps School, Athens, GA
January, 1968 July, 1969 Supply Officer (Disbursing and Food Service), USS INTREPID (CVS-11), Norfolk, VA, WestPac,
Philadelphia, PA
August, 1969 July, 1971 Contracting Officer, US Naval Oceano-
graphic Office, Suitland, MD
August, 1971 July, 1973 Supply Officer, NAVACTS UK Detach-
ment, Holy Loch, Scotland
July, 1973 July, 1995 Supply Corps, US Naval Reserve (Andrews
AFB & Philadelphia, PA Area)
July 1995 Retired CAPT, USNR
1973 1979 Manager Contracts Operation, Health Resources Admini-
stration, Hyattsville, MD
1979 1988 RCA Corporation, Moorestown, NJ
1988 Present Attorney, Consultant, and Expert Witness, US Govern-
ment Contracts, Moorestown, NJ and Weehawken, NJ

Living in Scotland with my wife, and spending extended periods of time
in Italy with my wife and daughters.

My Wife, Marlene and I met in 1967, and were married in 1969. She is
a graduate of the College of Notre Dame of Maryland. We have two
Daughters, Debra and Teresa. Debra is a graduate of Villanova Univer-
sity and Rutgers Law School. She is living in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL,
has two sons, Jameson and David, and is developing a law practice.
Teresa is a graduate of Lafayette University and the French Culinary
Institute of New York. She is residing in New York City with her hus-
band, Christopher Fletcher, and is VP of Sales for a healthcare related
start-up.
I am still practicing US Government contract law and consulting on a part time basis. We down-sized our home in Moorestown, NJ
in 2014, and moved to Weehawken, NJ to get a taste of metropolitan life, i.e., being able to walk and use public transportation for
most of our needs, before moving to a more retirement friendly environment. I will continue to service clients on a part time basis,
but we will be moving closer to our grandsons in Florida in 2017. We spend most of our time exploring NYC, its cultural venues,
and its restaurants, as well as visiting our grandsons in Florida. Once in Florida, we will break out our tennis rackets and golf clubs.

Most fond memories are of hanging out with classmates on campus, in the Wardroom, doing sports, and on liberty.

First Class Year: Returning from unauthorized liberty with classmates into the welcoming arms of our Company Officer. The
group dynamics were entertaining.
Juris Doctor, University of Maryland School of Law 1978
Service/USNA Awards
National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Viet Nam Service Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Meritori-
ous Unit Citation.

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My Father was a US Navy WWII veteran. He served as a Naval Aviator flying PBY 5A aircraft in the North Atlantic performing
anti-submarine and air-sea rescue patrols. From a young boy, listening to his recollections of his service time and the lasting friend-
ships he developed while in the Navy, I had a desire to become a career Naval Officer, and perhaps a Naval Aviator. The obvious
choice for me was to pursue an appointment as a Midshipman at the US Naval Academy.

Yes, my academy experience, though not resulting in a career in Naval Aviation, was more than I could have expected going in. My
career in the Supply Corps on active duty and in the Naval Reserves was very rewarding. I owe my after active duty career in law
and consulting to the education and experiences I received while at the academy and on active duty in the Navy.
Summary
Upon graduation, I entered the US Navy Supply Corps, served on USS Intrepid (CVS-11) in Vietnam, US Naval Oceanographic
Office in Suitland, MD, and US Naval Activities UK Detachment Holy Loch in Scotland. I left active duty in 1973 and accepted a
commission in the US Naval Reserves, from which I retired in 1995. I work for a number of years in the Federal Government and
with RCA Corporations Aerospace and Defense business, before I started a solo law practice and consulting firm in Moorestown,
NJ.
Marlene and I sold our empty nest in 2014 and moved from Moorestown, NJ to Weehawken, NJ in a 3 bedroom apartment overlook-
ing the Hudson River and Mid-Town Manhattan. We wanted the urban experience before we move south (most likely Jacksonville,
FL) to be closer to our Grandsons. We will have been in Weehawken 3 years in February, and we will probably not renew our lease.
We have a small condo in Jax Beach now. We plan to keep it and look for a more substantial condo on or near the St. Johns
River. Maybe get a boat for fishing with the boys.
Our older daughter, Debra, has two sons, Jameson and David, and is an attorney in Ponte Vedra Beach. Our younger daughter,
Teresa, is married, to Christopher Fletcher, and living and working in Manhattan. She says it would take dynamite to get her out of
the City.
I am still practicing law and also provide consulting in the field of US Government contracts. I don't work full time, and we are in
the City about four days a week. I don't think I could completely retire, so long as our health is good. I plan to continue consulting
once we relocate to Florida. And, we love to travel.

William T. Russell
Service History
USNA Weapons Department - Instructor Computer Science - Jul 67 Aug 67
Nuclear Power School (Bainbridge MD) Class 67-04
Reactor Prototype SIC (Windsor CT) Class 67-04
Officers Basic Submarine School (Groton CT) Completed May
1969
USS Sea Devil SSN 664 (Norfolk VA) Jun 1969 to Jun 1971
Qualified in Submarines
D1G Reactor Prototype (West Milton, NY) July 71 to Nov 73
USS Alexander Hamilton (Newport News, VA & Groton CT) Dec
73 to Jun 75
Naval Reserve (Washington DC) - Jul 76 to Sept 1990 Reserve
Detachments for USS Orion, USS Emory S Land and COM-
SUBLANT
Nuclear Power Engineering

Married Harriet (Hass) Ann Leigh June 10, 1967 at USNA
Honeymoon was cross country trip in MGB USNA to SFO to SEA and back across Canada to USNA.
Hass & I love to travel and done multiple cruises
We have been avid sailors for 45 years
Met Hass while at USNA (Easter weekend 1966). She was visiting home from East Carolina University. She transferred to Univer-
sity of Maryland (College Park) fall 1966 so we could be closer. We were married June week at USNA Chapel with reception fol-
lowing at the O-Club.
Hass Parents John and Peg Leigh opened their home for 22 nd Company. Jack Shields fiance, Sophia, moved from Holland and
stayed with the Leighs. John Leigh gave Sophia to Jack at their wedding on June 8, 1967 when Sophias parents could not travel
from Holland.
We have two children, Karen (1968) and Randy (1969) and four grandchildren, Neil (1992), Emma (1994), Elle (2005) and Katie
(2007)
Still working but at a slower pace

Time with classmates and strong support of each other

Army Navy 1963 moving Army exchange company officers office to head.
Awards Received
Meritorious Executive, Senior Executive Service 1988
Federal Engineer of the Year, National Society of Professional Engineers 1993
Distinguished Executive, Senior Executive Service 1995
Distinguished Service Award, USNRC - 1995
Master of Science Engineering (Nuclear) Catholic University, Washington DC - 1979
Athletic
Plebe Golf Team
Company Sports

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Service/USNA Awards
General Society Sons of the Revolution Cup 1967
Class of 1871 Sword, USNA 1967
Navy Achievement Medal 1971
Navy Commendation Medal 1989

Qualified in Submarines
Flag Pennant
NA Retired Captain USNR
I went to USNA directly from Shoreline High School, Seattle Washington. My best friends uncle was the first skipper of USS Nau-
tilus (SSN 571). During Nautilus port call in Tacoma WA in 1957, I got in hack for raising Nautilus periscope in port and was
counseled by Captain Eugene P. Wilkinson. In addition to receiving time out in the skippers cabin he encouraged me to work
harder in school. I was very impressionable and impressed. I started the USNA application process with my HS counselor in 1961.
After USNA Graduation, my wife and I met Admiral Wilkinson at a Submarine Birthday Ball. He recalled my raising Nautiluss
periscope and giving me time out in his cabin. He and I were both glad I straightened out. We met again when he was President of
the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) and I was Director of Nuclear Reactor Regulation. Each time we met we recalled
the periscope event and how his counseling had a positive effect on a young kid.

Prior to reporting on I-Day I my expectations for USNA were based upon hearsay and the TV program Men of Annapolis. After
surviving Plebe Summer and classes started, I was more confident in my ability to complete USNA but was not sure of service selec-
tion. The Youngster Cruise (West Coast) convinced me I did not want to go Surface or Marine. Second Class Cruise similarly con-
vinced me that Aviation was not my choice. My First Class Cruise was aboard USS Henry Clay (SSBN 625). I had wanted to be in
Submarines since my first experience on Nautilus in 1957. This cruise exceeded my expectations and convinced me that I wanted to
be a Submarine Officer. During my interview with Admiral Rickover, he found that I requested an early interview because I had
other commitments (it was my birthday). I went first and never got to the interview chair. He moved me to his last interview and had
me think about how I would use my remaining time at USNA to better prepare for Nuclear Power training. After several drafts and
coaching by an O-6, I presented a satisfactory response to Admiral Rickover. He asked if I understood my commitments to him.
This set my expectation that Nuclear Power was a rigorous and demanding engineering program. Looking back after nearly 50
years it is clear that my meeting with Admiral Rickover set standards and expectations for technical rigor necessary for safe and reli-
able operation of nuclear reactors.
Summary
Hass and I married June 10, 1967. My first assignment was teaching Plebes computer science. After nuclear power training and
submarine school, I reported to USS Sea Devil (SSN-664) in Norfolk, VA followed by a tour at D1G reactor prototype in West Mil-
ton, NY where I qualified as Engineer Officer. I reported to USS Alexander Hamilton (SSBN-617) Gold Crew, during overhaul at
Newport News, VA. I left active duty in 1975. My reserve assignments were sub tenders USS Orion and USS Emory S Land and
staff units for COMSUBLANT. I retired September 30, 1990. After active duty, I worked for ARINC Research in Annapolis MD
and earned a MSE (Nuclear) at Catholic University. While at CU, I was recruited by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. I started
as a Project Manager in the Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation (NRR). I was promoted Branch Manager, Systematic Evaluation
Program and joined the Senior Executive Service. Subsequent assignments were Deputy Director and Director, Division of Human
Factors Safety. In 1987, I was assigned as Regional Administrator, Region I in King of Prussia, PA. I returned to NRC HQ in 1990
as NRRs Associate Director for Inspection and Technical Assessment. I became Director, NRR in 1993 and retired on September
30, 1996. I started a consulting business advising operators of Nuclear Power Plants on safety of operations, regulatory and licens-
ing matters. Hass and I have two children (Karen and Randy) and four grandchildren (Neil, Emma, Elle and Katie). Hass has been a
terrific partner and an outstanding navy wife! She raised our family while I deployed and when I traveled with NRC. Hass, I and
family have been sailing for 40+ years. We love to travel. We are strong USNA and Navy supporters.

Joseph C. Sariscak
Service History
Jun 67 to Sept 69 -- USS Corry (DD-817), Norfolk Va., R-Div Officer & DCA.
Sept 69 to Dec 69 -- Naval Intelligence School, Coronado, Calif.
Jan 70 to Jan 71 ---- Naval Intelligence Liaison Officer, Army Advisory
Team 72, Vinh Binh Province, IV Corp.
Jan 71 to Dec 74 ---- Defense Intelligence Agency, Washington D.C
Jan 75 to Jun 78 ----- Intelligence Center Pacific, Honolulu, Hawaii.)
Jun 67 to Jun 78 --- Active duty, Lieutenant
Sept 78 to Oct 88 -- Naval Reserves, Commander
Sept 78 to Apr 85 -- Operations and Maintenance General Forman, Ken-
necott Refining Corp, Baltimore Md.
Apr 85 to Mar 04 --- Operations Program Manager, Northrop Grumman
Oceanic Div

Learned to fly a Cessna L-19 Bird Dog as back seat observer in Vietnam. Play volleyball once a week. Recreational RC drone pilot.

Married Oct 67, divorced Jun 75 (2 children, Daughter and Son). Married Jun 76, 1 child (Daughter), 2 grandchildren (boy and girl)
Oct 88 - retired from Naval Reserves. Mar 2004 - retired from Northrop Grumman. Have condo in Gulfport, Fl, and maintain a
home in Severna Park, Md. Spend time traveling between Fl condo and Md home and maintaining both places. Play volleyball once
a week throughout the year in a gym and on sand courts. A considerable amount of time is spent care-giving my Father-In-Law.

On plebe football team and varsity football team my sophomore and junior years. Winning brigade volleyball championship and
runner up in basketball in 66-67.
Service/USNA Awards
Bronze Star with V for valor. Air Medal with numeral 1, Navy Unit Commendation (NILO). Combat Action Ribbon.

Recruited by Steve Belichick and Joe Bellino to play football. Opportunity to play Division
One football and serve my country after graduation.

Engineering and science based education and discipline I received helped me succeed in the manufacturing industry at Kennecott
and Northrop Grumman.
Summary
Upon graduation went to Damage Control School in Philadelphia then to USS Corry (DD-817), Norfolk, as Damage Control Assis-
tant and R-Division Officer in Oct 67. Sailed with ship as it made a Western Pacific Deployment to provide gunfire support for
forces in Vietnam, Sept 68 to Apr 69. Qualified OOD Underway. Jan 70 to Jan 71, Returned to Vietnam as a Naval Intelligence
Liaison Officer (NILO) with Army Advisory Team 72 in IV Corp. Provided spotting and target selection to Swift Boats and OV-10
Black Ponies in a L-19 Bird Dog as backseat observer in Vinh Binh Province. Served the next 7.5 years in intelligence billets with
Defense Intelligence Agency, Washington, D.C., and Intelligence Center Pacific, Honolulu, HI, concentrating primarily on Commu-
nist Chinese naval and air capabilities. Changed designator from 1100 to 1630 to remain in Intelligence Community. Left active

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duty in Jun 78 but remained in Naval Reserves and served as head of adjudicators for the Naval Intelligence Command, Suitland,
Md., until retirement as Commander in Oct 88.
In civilian life, beginning in Sept 78, worked for Kennecott Refining Corp (a copper refinery) in Baltimore, Md. as Operations and
Maintenance General Forman. Resigned, Apr 85, to work for Northrop Grumman (previously Westinghouse) Oceanic Division in
Annapolis, Md., as an Operations Program Manager responsible for managing manufacturing teams that fabricated and assembled
state-of- the-art, autonomous, underwater, mine hunting vehicles for the Navy. Retired from Northrop Grumman in Mar 2004.
Spend my time visiting my condo in Gulfport, FL, maintaining a house in Severna Park, MD and care-giving my elderly Father-in-
Law. Married for 40 years to my wife Kathy. Have one Daughter (Traci) and two Grandchildren (Carter and Cara).

John Scott
John was born March 31, 1944 in Washington D. C to Lucius Keene '21 and Elizabeth Moore
Scott. He was raised in Coronado, CA and moved to Littleton, NC in 1959. He graduated from
Fishburne Military Academy in 1962 and the United States Naval Academy in 1967. He served
three tours as a Naval Advisor in Viet Nam.
After resigning from the Navy he earned his MBA from the University of Virginia's Darden
School in 1974 and was in business in the paper and chemical industries until his retirement.
He married Heather Harmison on May 26, 1991 and they lived in Chapel Hill for 20 years.
John is survived by his sister, Helen Scott Taliaferro, and her husband, Drake, of Atlanta, two
nieces and one nephew, Elizabeth Clauson, Leigh Cooper and Scott Taliaferro, all of Atlanta
and his former wife, Heather Scott, of Chapel Hill.
John had suffered some medical problems late in life and passed away in his sleep at home on
February 8, 2014. His ashes are at inurned in the USNA Columbarium.

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R. J. (Jack) Shields III

Service History
Naval Aviator - 6yrs. (A-7s)
Medical School / Internship 5yrs.
Pilot / Flight Surgeon 19yrs. (A-7s, F-18s )
Physician

I met my wife (Sophia) at a T-Fight in Amsterdam while on Youngster
Cruise. We were married on June 8, 1967 and have been blessed with 3
children (Diana, Laura and David) and 4 grandchildren (Stephen,
Sophia, Nolan, and Noelle ).
time?
Life is good! Activities include family events, church activities (e.g.
Medical Mission trips to the Amazon), and local volunteer work. In the
future I hope to begin recreational flying again.

Surviving Plebe Year, June weeks, Army-Navy games, Graduation, and our wedding at the Chapel.
Awards Received
AIRLANT Flight Surgeon of the Year (1985)
USMC Aviation Safety Award (4000 mishap free flight hours) 1997
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - 1978
Service/USNA Awards
Meritorious Service Award
Navy Achievement Medal

Naval Aviator Wings
Naval Flight Surgeon Wings
I chose to attend the Naval Academy in order to prepare for a military career.

My expectations of preparing for a military career were satisfied. I am truly grateful I had the opportunity to attend the U.S. Naval
Academy, which enabled me to pursue careers as a pilot and a physician.
Summary
I attended the Naval Academy to prepare for a military career. While attending USNA I met my wife at a T-Fight in Amsterdam
while on Youngster Cruise. We were Married the day after Graduation and we have been truly blessed with 3 children and 4 grand-
children.
I served for 30 years as a Naval Aviator (A-7s, F-18s) and as a Naval Flight Surgeon. During my naval career I was fortunate to
have been selected as AIRLANT Flight Surgeon of the Year in 1985 and to be awarded a USMC Aviation Safety Award for attain-
ing 4000 mishap free flight hours in 1997. Presently I am enjoying retirement in sunny Florida. I enjoy participating in Family activi-

ties, church medical mission trips, and volunteering weekly at a local food bank. I also enjoy reading, working out, and walking our
dog.

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William C. Stedfield
Service History
Pilot training 7/67-9/68;
Patrol Squadron Nine, NAS Moffett Field, 7/69-7/72;
Instructor, NROTC, Georgia Tech,7/72-7/73;
Naval Reserve:
VP62, NAS Jacksonville, 7/72-7/74;
VP91, NAS Moffett Field, 8/74-5/84;
Commanding Officer, Squadron Augment Unit VP0617, NAS Moffett
Field, 5/84-7/85; Volunteer Training Unit, 8/85-9/90
Pilot, Western Airlines & Delta Air Lines

Wife Cynthia, 3 children, 5 grandchildren
time?
Retired since 7/2004; worked part-time as a school bus driver for five years. Exercise (run, bike, swim, walk), travel, Honey-do list,
volunteer at local community theater, member of local Corvette club.

Seeing the academy for the first time on I-day, camaraderie, Army-Navy rivalry, intermural sports, summer training, protestant
chapel

Horse play especially during exams; classmates who were unofficial after hours vendors and barbers
B.S., mechanical engineering and Spanish

Navy Pilot Wings
I was accepted at Stanford University in engineering but turned that down to attend USNA. At the time I was interested in becoming
an engineer but also had a long standing desire to possibly become a pilot. The Academy provided a path to becoming either or
both. Perhaps even more importantly at the time I envisioned USNA as a place to build character and as the best, most well-rounded
education in the USA. As time passed I found that to be true.

The Navy taught me to fly and I subsequently had two enjoyable and satisfying parallel careers as an airline pilot and a naval reserve
officer. I will always be grateful for the academic and character building experience at USNA.
Summary
Born in New Jersey, raised in Pasadena, California.
Flight training at Pensacola after graduation. Pilot wings at NAS Corpus Christi September 1968. Patrol Squadron Nine at NAS
Moffett Field from 69-72. Deployments to Sangley Point Philippines/ Cam Ranh Bay Vietnam; Adak Alaska/Agana Guam; Iwa-
kuni Japan.
Instructor, NROTC, Georgia Tech, 72-73. Celestial Navigation! Separated from active duty in July 73 and affiliated with Navy
Reserve. Retired from USNR as a Captain in September 90, primarily flying the P3 at Moffett Field.

Following separation from active duty worked as an industrial engineer, commuter airline pilot, and corporate jet pilot. Hired as a
pilot by Western Airlines in May 79. Western merged with Delta Air Lines in 87 from which I retired in July 2004.
Married second wife Cynthia in 2005. I have a son and two daughters, two grandsons and three granddaughters. Cynthia has one
son.
I have lived primarily in Aptos and San Juan Capistrano, California and currently live in Murrieta, California. Cynthia is a Southern
California girl.
In retirement we walk, hike, swim, kayak, play board games with friends. Also some cardio exercise. Have done moderate travel in
Europe and USA. Spend some time in Hawaii every year. We volunteer as staff for a local community theater and I drove school
buses as a substitute driver for five years.
Though living 2500 miles away I still feel a strong connection to USNA. Go Navy!

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Kenneth L. Tuttle
Service History
I attended NAPS before and DCA School, NBC Warfare School and Boiler Officer School after. My first command was USS Co-
lumbus (CG12) Electrical Officer, then Deck Division Officer for a year each. I qualified as EOOW, CIC Watch Officer and OOD
Independent Steaming on Columbus and then I went to Vietnam. We did SERE and survival training at Coronado for three months.
Had six weeks of Vietnamese at six hours per day and was nearly fluent
when l left Vietnam. We went to Camp Pendleton and shot everything
the Marines had. We learned hand grenade etiquette. Spent a year liv-
ing with the Army, independent duty, as NILO Tan An and served as
Giant Slingshot IO for half the year. I was there 19Jan70 to 19Jan71
about thirty miles south of Saigon. I spent the final 7 months on COM13
staff in NSA Sandpoint on Lake Washington, Seattle. I resigned my
commission to become an engineer and joined the naval reserve during
grad school and was Blue and Gold Officer for a large slice of Oregon
for five years but my service ended after that.
With an MS and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering I did energy research
and development for Weyerhaeuser in Tacoma, WA for four years. I
consulted on combustion generated air pollution and wood fired gasifi-
ers for two until the Naval Academy hired me to teach steam to engineers and non-engineers. I taught Marine Engineering for 17
years and Mechanical Engineering for four. I taught design to the marine engineers for ten, was engine lab director for ten and
taught a few other courses once or more. I retired in 2004 to finish building a house in eastern Oregon. I now consult and do solid
fuel research.

Designing and building a house was much harder but more satisfying than I ever expected. We used our own trees for lumber. It is
off the grid but we have solar now.
Getting to teach at the Naval Academy for a career was special. My research was more intellectually challenging.
For my Ph.D. research, I discovered what pushes the particulate out of wood fired boilers and other grate fired boilers and was
awarded a patent on a process that is essentially wood gasification. In energy R&D, I was able to apply that technology to make
boilers pass emissions compliance. I helped develop the first pulverized wood burner and helped develop the first commercial up-
draft wood gasifier. It is in Rome, Georgia at the hospital probably still, although it went out of service in about 2000 after 20 years.
That whole bucket of worms was an incredible experience. I can still remember wondering how to make those fuel particles stay on
that grate and burn rather than be thrown into the air and carried out of the boiler. I remember thinking that boiler we built was go-
ing to explode as I watched the fire go out and had no means for ignition, but it lit itself. It turns out I was right. Reducing the under-
fire air the amount I did in that experiment reduced the particulate emissions by 96%.

Many of you know my wife, Susanna. I met her youngster cruise at a tea fight at the Alameda Yacht Club while she was at Berke-
ley. I helped her with her coat then decided I wanted that one, so then she could not get rid of me. She even tried on my cover.
We have two daughters and a son. Lewis lives near us on the eastern shore and has two daughters. He is the youngest and studied
Computer Science and now has several patents. Meghan the Mid was an Ocean Engineer in 93 but they would not let me teach her
thermo. She got a masters from Texas A&M. She has our grandson in VA Beach and is a Commander in the reserves now and near-
ing retirement. Stephanie is our oldest and worked at the Alumni Association for a while after going to Eastern Oregon State Uni-
versity, LaGrande. I dont know how she did it, you cant get there from here. Our youngest two granddaughters are with her in St
Louis. They are all married, well and own two homes.
I was busy with building and consulting until the house was finished. Now we travel and spend half the year in Maryland and half in
Oregon. We have gone on several cruises and are looking forward to trips to Europe other spots, Poland this year.

There are many, but none more fun than running around Hospital Point for two years undefeated on the Company Cross Country

Team. All the guys who could beat me were across the river.

The bad memories fade. I dont know whether the funniest was the horseradish that got confused with butterscotch topping episode
that got me spooned and my poor classmates braced up. Or whether it was having the OOD catch me in the elevator getting a laundry
cart for a firsty. After he questioned everything about the youngster with his leg in a cast and with a chit, I was starting to worry. He
just asked me who sent me for the cart. I told him and he said, What is his room? Ill take it to him. I had to get off.
Awards Received
The ribbons are the norm except for the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V for having one of my string of paid informants
report road mining where the Army Corp of Engineers was building road. I found them and told them, in addition to reporting it
officially. They swept the construction site and found 16 road mines. It was an honor to be promoted to Giant Slingshot IO in Ben
Luc with responsibility for several other NILOs after about six months in country. We were all LTs and it was June or July 1970. I
received a spot promotion when I became a NILO. I have a Vietnam Staff Honor Medal from Vietnam also and a Meritorious Civil-
ian Service Medal from the Naval Academy. I was appointed to the National Research Council Committee on Shipboard Pollution
Control for Solid Wastes Disposal, Subgroup on thermal destruction. I was invited by the Turkish National Committee on Solid
Wastes to be a member of the International Advisory Board for the ISWA 2002 World Congress - Istanbul. It has been an honor to
be listed in Whos Who, several including Marquis, since earning the Ph.D. in 1978 and the patent in 1980. Marquis moved me to
Whos Who in America soon after I joined the Naval Academy faculty and to Whos Who in the World in 2006 after I wrote a good
paper about emissions from ships at sea and a textbook titled Thermodynamics: A Computer-Based Approach.
Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, major in Air Sanitation, 1978, Oregon State University.
At USNA I was in the option program to get a major in Mechanical Engineering. We took six extra courses, four in place of four we
dropped and two overloads which I took the final term with 23 hours and made the Supts List. At Oregon State University I had
grants and Research Assistantships but mostly Teaching Assistantships. My MS and Ph.D. are both mechanical engineering with
majors in Air Sanitation and Heat Transfer. I had minors in Automotive Engineering for both MS and Ph.D.
Athletic
I made the varsity Cross Country Team youngster year and ran Plebe year and outdoor track in the mile as well Plebe year. But my
only glory was going undefeated in Company Cross Country for two years. I had the opportunity to serve about 20 years as Faculty
Rep for Mens Cross Country and Mens Indoor Track and Mens Track and Field. I have stories of glory.
Service/USNA Awards
I received the Meritorious Civilian Service Medal and Twenty-Year Service Pin and Bookends, those are very nice.

No insignia, but I was surface line and qualified in all three watch areas. I think it was before they did insignia.
Flag Pennant
I was an LT.
"I am not certain whether you want these answered separately or just in the bio so I will guess and work
them into the bio. For me thats an easy one. No, I changed my mind, you want them answered here and
maybe worked in also."
I enlisted in the navy right out of high school because I wanted a career as a naval officer. I applied for NROTC but did not get more
than an alternate so I was listening when the recruiter said my chances would be better from enlisted status and told me about NE-
SEP. When I got to boot camp I learned you have to be rated to get NESEP and they asked us whether anybody wanted to apply for
the Naval Academy Prep School. We did not even have uniforms yet when I raised my hand. I had the thought, If you want to be a
naval officer, the Naval Academy would probably be the best route. And it was. In boot camp I was honored with Company Honor
Man and was given orders to Memphis to Aviation Electronics Technicians A School. They were changed to NAPS while I was
home on leave.

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Summary
I entered from the fleet via NAPS because I enlisted to gain a career as a Naval Officer and thought the Naval Academy the best
route. I still believe the Naval Academy is the best preparation for naval officers. I needed what they taught us, especially about not
doing the Chiefs job. I served on a heavy cruiser for two years before going to Vietnam for a year as NILO Tan An and half of
1970 as Giant Slingshot IO. In September 1971, I resigned to become an engineer at Oregon State for an MS and Ph.D. in mechani-
cal engineering. My doctoral research was burning wood so I took a job in energy R&D at Weyerhaeuser for several years before
using the Ph.D. better by teaching marine engineering at the US Naval Academy.
The Mids were still great and I enjoyed teaching them thermo, including entropy, for 21 years. Only one student told me that was his
favorite subject. The last four years, I taught mechanical engineering using my own textbook, Thermodynamics: A Computer-Based
Approach. During that exciting and fulfilling career I taught thermo to engineers and non-engineers alike and taught thermo to more
Mids than any other professor present. During that time I was fortunate to be Director of the Naval Academy Marine Propulsion
Laboratory for six years and to get tenure and promoted after only four years. I served as Chairman Ocean & Marine Engineering
Division, ASEE 1989-91 and served as Chairman of the SNAME Environmental Panel for seven years. I served on the National Re-
search Council in 1995-6 and as a member of the International Advisory Board for the ISWA 2002 World Congress Istanbul.

Henry A. Wright
Hank was born in Keokuk, IA, and came to USNA directly from Oakland High School in Oak-
land, CA. He was a member of the old 15th and then 22nd Company. Following a very chal-
lenging Plebe year Henry dedicated himself to excellence and a chance to prove his mettle. He
completed majors in German and Economics, and was consistently on the Superintendents
List.
He service-selected USMC ground and immediately reported to Quantico, VA where he gradu-

ated from The Basic School with 1-68 Alpha Company, 5th Platoon. Reporting to Company D,
1st Battalion, 7th Marines 1st MARDIV (Rein) FMF as a Platoon Commander on 5 January
1968.
He was mortally wounded on 6 Feb 1968 while leading a platoon to the relief of a company
under attack south of Da Nang during the communist Tet offensive. He led an attack against
heavily entrenched enemy positions and was mortally wounded while directing covering fire
for the evacuation of other wounded Marines. During the action he carried his wounded radio-
man to safety and tended him until the arrival of a corpsman.
His initiative and fearless action were credited for the marines' success in breaching the enemy
defenses. He was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart; his name is en-
graved on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, VVM Panel 37e, Line 76. He was a popular and
highly admired member of the 22nd Company. His ever-present good sense of humor and calm
demeanor endeared himself to all who knew him.

R. John (Duke) Armstrong
Service History
1967-1969: Instructor, USNA: Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
1969-1971: Ship Superintendent and Docking Officer, Long Beach Naval Shipyard
1971-1974: Graduate Student in Naval Construction (Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering), Massachusetts Insti-
tute of Technology, Cambridge MA
1974-1978: Ship QA Officer, Asst. Contracts Officer, Advance Planning Officer, Planning and Estimating Superintendent
Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion, and Repair, Portsmouth VA
1978: Resigned
First, a case of asthma the summer after we graduated (I now think it was allergies to mold in Florida) DQd me from be-
coming submarine-qualified. So I was selected for Engineering Duty and assigned to a shipyard. While there I qualified
for Docking Officer and was responsible for not only docking and undocking all ships in 6 drydocks but also for managing
all underwater work while they were in dock a great job for a JO.
Four years to the day after USNA graduation, I entered MIT for the Navy-sponsored XIIIA program in Naval Construc-
tion. Two important events occurred during this transition: due to the incapacity and death of my parents, upon reporting
I was the guardian of my 10-year old sister; and one of the first people I met at MIT was my future wife Pat.
At MIT I pursued the standard Navy program to qualify for the professional Ocean Engineer (a politically more correct
form, during Viet Nam, of the traditional Nav Arch and Marine Engineering) Degree, and a Masters Degree in Mechanical
Engineering. In addition, I also completed the requirements of the Masters Program at the MIT Sloan School of Manage-
ment.
At SupShip Portsmouth, I was exposed to a broad array of issues across the various departments. Three events are
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memorable: 1) after a commercial shipyard removed numerous keel blocks under a large ship in dock, and was planning
to remove ~200 feet more without any opposition from the SupShip civilian staff, I precluded it from happening and de-
veloped a course on docking fundamentals and responsibilities for SupShip personnel without engineering backgrounds.
Eventually I was directed to travel to all the SupShips to present the course, offering me great exposure to a broad array
of both Navy and commercial shipbuilding and repair facilities. And I was called back several times to participate in re-
solving docking/underwater work issues, e.g., when a shipyard bought a sectional dock and wanted to dock the lead ship
of the FFG-7 Class, and was completely ill-prepared to do so. 2) Noting several ships arriving in shipyards for overhaul
essentially wasting the first month or more of their availabilities while the shipyard did their planning and material order-
ing, and based on critical path computer-based scheduling research I had completed at MIT Sloan, I influenced the Navy
contract award process whereby the award was made a month prior to ship arrival, and developed a spec which required
the repair facility to present a critical path schedule prior to arrival so shipwork could promptly commence. This expo-
sure would eventually lead me to my first civilian job. And 3) Assignment in Spain for the first six months of 1976 to pull
a SUBLANT asset through overhaul in a Spanish shipyard, provided me exposure to a unique environment as the coun-
try stumbled away from decades of the Franco dictatorship to a constitutional monarchy under King Juan Carlos.
When I resigned my commission I opened a Washington DC-based office for a small computer and engineering support
services company. Initially providing reliability-engineering services to the FFG-7 ship acquisition program, we ex-
panded our support to include various efforts, including trials support, at the various building and homeporting locations
around the country. These services were provided to several other NAVSEA ship acquisition programs and the CV
SLEP program; in addition support contracts were won with NAVSEA ship life cycle managers, the Board of Inspection
and Survey, and the office of the Supervisor of Diving and Salvage (including searching for the space ship CHAL-
LENGER and its pilot, classmate Mike Smith). By the time I left there after eight years, we had added over 300 person-
nel around the country and I was the Executive Vice President.
Along the way I have been fortunate to have two significant mentors. The first, Bill Searle 46, was principally responsi-
ble for development of equipment techniques used in Navy diving and salvage ops through the years. After USNA
graduation in 1945 he salvaged hundreds of ships, craft, and aircraft in the western Pacific. He coordinated the recovery
of an H-bomb lost near Palomares, Spain, as well as the search for USS SCORPION. As Supervisor of Diving and Sal-
vage in the early 60s he directed the development of salvage and harbor clearance plans for the Viet Nam run-up.
It was Bill who nominated me to the search committee seeking a new President of Seaward Marine Services. Through
the years, following the motto Any thing, any time, any where Underwater, Seaward-founded companies have been
engaged both domestically and internationally in several business lines including search and recovery (planes, helicop-
ters, ships, cargoes, and other items, including the recent searches for Air France 447 and Malaysian Air 370); oil and
hazardous materials recovery from damaged vessels; marine fendering systems; underwater cleaning using the SCAMP
machine, and inspection; underwater repairs, painting, and welding; marine construction; and ROV operations.
My second mentor was Ed Wardwell 55, an early nuke who was the Chief Engineer on USS SKATE when she became
the first sub to surface at the North Pole. Ed would serve as the nuclear-qualified officer on the search and recovery ef-
fort on USS THRESHER, and the generation of lessons learned. He resigned his commission and worked closely with
Jacques Cousteau and Ed Link (of Link flight trainer and Man in the Sea Program fame), and managed the program to
demonstrate the ability to support personnel in underwater habitats, culminating in a July 1964 record-setting deep satu-
ration dive at 432 feet for 48 hours. Ed was our Board Chairman with but two items of advice: 1) Tell the truth and have
fun; and 2) Do good work, but be aware there is a lot of free work out there to be avoided.
So, thirty years ago I was selected to become the President/CEO of Seaward Marine Services, and five years ago was
appointed CEO/Board Chairman. My predecessor was a founder of the SEAL program so I inherited a talented and in-
teresting array of former SEALs, some former Navy divers, and a majority group of commercial divers with experience at
saturation, in the Gulf of Mexico, the hostile diving environment of the North Sea, and other overseas areas.
Our business model has been simple, given our collective backgrounds: maintain a focus on providing high-quality un-
derwater services to the Navy while looking to diversify. Diversification efforts have included starting up several compa-
nies by identifying talented people and fostering their professional growth, in some cases letting them spin off the com-
panies with earn-outs; in addition, we have identified talented individuals outside the company, brought them aboard and
provided them seed money to attain a critical mass, and then buy-outs; and acquisitions. Accordingly, I have been a co-
founder, officer, and board member of several marine construction and underwater services companies (including one in
Japan Seaward Marine Services Asia); acquired the world-wide rights to the only proven ROV system capable of in-
specting underwater portions of ships and offshore structures, and providing detailed, repeatable readings of paint and
structural conditions; and acquired the world-wide rights to an underwater paint system with which we have coated over
a million square feet of hull and concrete structure. Our worldwide SCAMP cleaning network (primarily in Gibraltar, the
UAE, Bahrain, and Singapore), detailed inspections and underwater diagnostics, underwater repairs, maintenance, weld-
ing, and coatings, when coupled with improved coating systems, has had the impact of extending the notional docking
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cycle to 10-12 years (vs. the nominal cycle of every 3 years when we graduated), as well as saving fuel throughout the
period.
This work has required extensive travel, including at least one trip around the world every one or two years. During
those trips my wife Pat and I have established and maintained many strong personal relationships, in addition to gaining
an insiders view of local culture truly a perk!

Pat and I married the day after I graduated from MIT, in spite of the fact she had typed both my management and engi-
neering theses (including multiple Greek symbols). She immediately had a family with two kids, my 13-year-old sister
and me, both of whom she did a great job of raising.
Our son John graduated from Fordham Univ., became a copywriter, and is currently the Vice President of an Alexandria
VA print/media ad organization. He has been married for over 10 years to a delightful woman, Kate, a graduate of
Catholic Univ., and they have two super children Jack (b. 2009) and Grace (b. 2014)
Not retired; still working full time.

Drive for Five!
The assassination of President Kennedy
Ocean Engineer Degree (Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering), MIT
Masters Degree in Management, MIT Sloan School
Bachelors Degree, USNA
After two years of enlisted US Army service after high school, I wanted to be a leader graduating from a service acad-
emy. My eyes were not good enough to fly, my father wanted me to go to West Point, so I chose Annapolis.

My expectations were met. [Parenthetically, although at first I was critical of the quality of the education and its empha-
sis on memorization, after a 4-year hiatus from academe, I found I was competitive with my contemporaries from various
other name institutions.] I also found the USNA imprimatur gave one an instant degree of credibility in a new situation,
while also carrying with it a certain expectation for honesty and high-quality performance.
Summary
An SSN First-class cruise ignited my interest, only to be DQd by a lung ailment shortly after graduation. I taught Thermo/
Fluids at USNA for two years; then tours at a shipyard and a SupShip bracketing 9 intensive semesters at MIT. The
highlight of MIT was meeting Pat my first day there; she became my charming bride the day after graduation. We have a
son John, an advertising agency VP who lives with wife Kate and their two children Jack (b. 2009) and Grace (b. 2014)
in Alexandria VA.
I resigned my commission in 1978 and opened a branch of a small engineering and computer support company in north-
ern Virginia. Over a few years, we increased the customer base significantly and employed >300 personnel, and I was
promoted to Executive Vice President.
In 1986 I was selected as the President/CEO of Seaward Marine Services, an international underwater services com-
pany. Through the years, following the motto Any thing, any time, any where Underwater, Seaward-founded compa-
nies have been engaged both domestically and internationally in several business lines including search and recovery
(planes, ships, helicopters, cargoes, and other items, including the recent searches for Air France 447 and Malaysian Air
370); oil and hazardous materials recovery from damaged vessels; marine fendering systems; underwater cleaning us-
ing the SCAMP machine, and inspection; underwater repairs, painting, and welding; marine construction; and ROV op-
erations. Over the past 30 years I have been a co-founder, officer, and director of several of these companies. Cur-
rently I am CEO/Bd Chairman of Seaward Marine Services and Seaward Marine Services Asia; and Board Chairman of
two marine construction companies, one concentrating on Alaska. With a boost from technology, I work from Grand Cay-
man January-April; and a beach house in Delaware May-November.
Editors Note: John submitted his questionnaire just prior to his death.
R. John Armstrong died after a brief illness on 22 October 2016. He was 72 years old. Duke was raised in southern California, vol-
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unteered for the draft at 16, and served in the Army for 2 years. He received a Senatorial appointment to the Academy from Califor-
nia, and graduated with the Class of 1967.
Selected for Engineering Duty, he served on the USNA engineering faculty (thermo/fluids) for two years; at Long Beach Naval
Shipyard for two years; and four years at SupShip Portsmouth supervising ship repairs in the mid-Atlantic and the Mediterra-
nean. He attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 1971 to 1974 and qualified for the Professional Degree of Ocean
Engineer (Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering), in addition to a Masters in Business at MITs Sloan School. He was elected
to membership in Sigma Xi and Tau Beta Pi, and was awarded the 1974 Naval Sea Systems Command Award for excellence in the
Naval Construction and Engineering Program. Upon graduation, he married his Charming Bride, the former Patricia Anne Bland-
ford of Chicago whom he met at MIT.
He resigned from the Navy in 1978 and served in positions from project manager to Exec VP of a naval engineering and computer
support contractor in Arlington VA. In 1986 he joined Seaward Marine Services, Inc., an underwater diving services company pro-
viding underwater cleaning, inspection, repairs, and painting on Navy ships around the world; and similar underwater services on
power plants, offshore structures, and pipelines. Spanning more than 30 years at Seaward, he progressed through positions as Presi-
dent (26 years), CEO and Board Chairman; and served as a co-founder, officer, and chairman of several diving services/marine con-
struction companies founded under the Seaward flag, and subsequently spun off as separate corporations. His business travels rou-
tinely took him to Hawaii, multiple locations in Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, UAE, Spain, Gibraltar, and the U.K, during which he
and Pat enjoyed many fine friendships. They also acquired waterfront condos in Grand Cayman and Delaware, where they could
enjoy their love of the water, in addition to maintaining residence in Alexandria VA.
He is survived by his wife Pat; son John (daughter-in-law Kate); two grandchildren, Jack and Grace; and a brother Jim of Santa
Barbara CA.
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William Ernest Carver, Jr

Service History
Jun 68 Jul 69 USS Catfish (SS339) Supply Officer
Sep 69 Jun 74 DUINS Michigan State University (BURKE Program)
Nov 75 Mar 77 USS Mariano G Vallejo (SSBN 658-G) MPA
Sep 77 Apr 80 USS Gurnard (SSN 662) NAV/OPS
Aug 80 May 82 USS Francis Scott Key (SSBN 657-B) XO
Jul 82 Jun 84 USS Casimir Pulaski (SSBN 633-G) XO
Mar 85 Jul 87 Submarine Group Six DCOS Operations
85 95 Middle School Mathematics Teacher, College Park MS
95 98 Church Administrator, Crossroads Community Church
98 07 Headmaster, The Oaks Christian School
07 09 Middle School Mathematics Teacher, Grace Christian
School
09 13 Headmaster, Grace Christian School
13 15 Headmaster, Grace Christian School and Operations Director,
Grace Chapel

Dec 67 Married Nancy Adeline Smith
Oct 70 Birth of first son
Jul 87 Transition to the civilian world
Aug 98 Opening Christian School in Summerville, SC
Jun 02 First of thirteen summer mission trips to East Africa cover-
ing 2002 to 2016; Director of Schools for Watchmen Inter-
national, Africa

My wife, Cricket, and I were married in December 1967. We have three sons. Will, Wes, and Casey have families who have
given us eleven grandchildren. The oldest two are making a transition to the world of work and the youngest is eight years old and
in second grade. During my active duty, you all know the responsibility my wife had to run a family with a sea going father. Since
retirement, we have been able to work together in the K-12 education community. Weve worked together to start one school in
South Carolina and shared administrative and teaching jobs in two schools.
My wife and I appreciate the time weve been allowed to enjoy each other in our more relaxed retirement existence. Weve had the
privilege of doing some traveling with trips to Texas, Delaware, Michigan, and Montana. Our travel has given us the opportunity of
visiting with friends and family we hadnt seen in years. We are committing time to working with our local church, including writ-
ing curriculum and teaching a course for newer believers. Our involvement with Watchmen International, Africa allows Bill to
travel and minister in East Africa and gives us the opportunity of hosting African pastors during their travel to the US.

My wife and I had the privilege of courting for three years in Annapolis. She might tell you that it was hard to nail me down about
the future! Eventually, I realized what a good thing I had going and we were married in December 1967 when I was in the middle of
Submarine School in New London. High points that come to memory include the Plebe Detail at the beginning of our second class
year and my association with Professor Chuck Nicolaysen who encouraged my interest in mathematics. I can remember some awe-
some times during June week including the introduction of our classmate, Dale McQuinn, to my sister who eventually married.

Then there was one morning in the middle of Plebe year when I woke up at 0530, sat upright in the rack, and exclaimed, What the
heck am I doing here? I guess that was a flash in the pan as somehow the business of the day washed away the uncertainty and I
survived!
On our first date, I took Cricket out for dinner in Philadelphia at Army/Navy and woefully underestimated the cost of a fine meal.
She bailed me out and kindly avoided sharing the story until I was mature enough to not have my male ego damaged!
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Burke Scholar Michigan State University MS, Applied Mathematics
VA benefits! Liberty University MA, Family Counseling
Service/USNA Awards
Meritorious Service Medal
Navy Commendation Medal (3 awards)

Submarine Dolphins
SSBN Patrol Pin (7 patrols)
My father was a career naval aviator and a graduate in the class of 1942. I grew up believing that being a naval officer was an honor-
able profession. As a boy, I remember being proud of my family and my father in particular. I believe he was a man of integrity and
had chosen a life work that benefited himself, his family, and the nation. I wanted to serve from day one.

I was blessed to spend time on active duty working with a great cadre of officers and men. I have often said, I have an eclectic
background. My naval career and training prepared the way for me to lead in a school and church environment. My management
style was shaped on board ship. The competence, integrity, and courage demanded of men at sea complemented the faith I had in
God and allowed me to do my work in the civilian environment.
Summary
Bill retired after twenty years serving as a submarine officer. He married Nancy Smith (Cricket) six months after graduating.
They have three sons and eleven grandchildren ranging in age from 8 to 22. Bill spent eight years teaching mathematics in a middle
school in South Carolina and moved on to helping grow a local Baptist church as its administrator. In 1998, he and Cricket opened
The Oaks Christian School in Summerville, SC. After operating the school for nine years, they moved to Sanford, NC (close to Ra-
leigh) where both took positions in Grace Christian School. In 2015, Bill retired as Headmaster of the school and operations director
of the church; Cricket stood down from teaching Bible and helping with elementary school discipline. Both have been active in their
local church and are teaching classes to new believers at San-Lee Chapel in Sanford. Bill has been going on summer mission trips to
East Africa thirteen of the last sixteen years and serves as the Director of Schools for Watchmen International, Africa. Theyve been
blessed this last year by visiting friends and family in Texas, Michigan, Montana, and Delaware. Were looking forward to working
in our local church and sowing into the lives of our grandchildren as opportunity presents itself. Beat Army!
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John L. Donga
Service History
USS Brinkley Bass DD 887, July 1967-April 1969; Homeported out of

Long Beach California; Main Propulsion Assistant and M Divi-
sion Officer; One overhaul and One West Pac Cruise.
Naval Support Activity Saigon, May 1969-May 1970, Out of Nha Be
RVN, Several Assignments including: Chief Engineer APL-30,
Assistant Surface Operations Officer NAVSUPPACT Saigon,
and Officer in Charge YRBM16 near Chau Duc, RVN (on the
Mekong River 3 miles from Cambodia).
Commander Western Sea Frontier; June 1970-July 1972; San Francisco,
California, Watch Officer.
Commander Amphibious Squadron One; August 1972-December 1973;
Homeported out of San Diego; California; Logistics Officer.
Fleet ASW Training Center Pacific; January 1974-April 1978; San
Diego. California;
First Lieutenant responsible for security and maintenance of the build-
ings and grounds and Instructor ASW Warfare.
After I left the service, I worked in the fire sprinkler business. I was involved with the design, estimation, sales and management of
the business. I was also an instructor for journeymen. I was involved in a wide assortment of projects. Among the more challenging
were high rises, major industrial projects (like the General Mills facility in Albuquerque), casinos, nuclear recycling facilities, etc..

I was asked by the National Institute for Certification of Engineering Technicians (NICET) to help rewrite their exams for certifica-
tion in my field.

My wife Ellin and I have been married for 46 years. I met her at mixer on the fantail of the USS Long Beach CGN 9 on
First Class Cruise. We have four boys. Three of them have served in the Armed Forces (two Navy and One Marine Corps). All
three have been to Iraq and one also spent a year and a half in Afghanistan on a civilian contract. Only one is married but we have
no grandchildren.
When I retired my wife and I decided to move back to California or Arizona. Two of my kids had already moved out of state and
another was threatening to. I spent a lot of time renovating our house: painting, laying new wood flooring, tiling bath rooms land-
scaping, etc. Then my daughter in law told us they were planning to have a baby. It still hasn't happened and we haven't moved.
We have also made numerous trips: Chicago, Dallas, Seattle, San Diego, Salt Lake City, Atlanta and Savannah.
Last summer my son came back from Afghanistan. He wanted to buy a jeep. It had a 53 Willys body, Mustang II frame and 99
Chevy 350 cu in engine. We flew out to Orlando, Florida and picked up the jeep. After we had traveled about 20 miles the canvas
roof blew off In a blinding rain storm. We fixed it in a Lowes parking lot. About twenty miles later, in a blinding rain storm, the
wind shield wipers stopped working. When we got to Pensacola, a ground wire burned up, he replaced it and also replaced the tem-
perature gauge. Some where in Alabama the engine started to overheat, so we pulled off at a parts store, There was a dime sized
hole in the thermostat housing. They didn't have a thermostat housing, so the manager called her ex husband who had a dead 350
engine. He brought it over and we installed the part and took off. Somewhere In Louisiana the ground wire burned up again and we
had to replace it. The rest of the trip was uneventful. We made it from Shreveport to Albuquerque in one day. It amazed me that
with every problem he encountered he was able to fix it and keep going.
It amazes me that even though I am retired and not working, I am still busy every day.
Third Class Cruise: I took leave in Amsterdam to visit my dad's hometown in a nearby city in Holland. My dad was the youngest of
14 kids. When I got there one of my cousins had his wedding reception, I met the rest of my Dad's family for the first time.
Second Class Cruise: We were asked to volunteer for a detail. I volunteered. It turned out that we had volunteered to be escorts for
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the Miss Duval County Beauty Pageant.
Graduation.

Plebe Summer: We were told to go out and do something to improve morale. We painted the cannons in the courtyard of Bancroft
Hall with GO NAVY BEAT ARMY. Twenty years later, I saw pictures of the cannons and the painting was still there.
Second Class Cruise: After we flew out of Pensacola and landed in Jacksonville, our company was put in formation and told that
we would stay there until whoever did it came forward and admitted what they had done. After what seemed like hours in the hot
Florida sun we were released. We found out later that someone in our class had taken down the Admirals flag in Pensacola and re-
placed it with a set of bloomers.
First Class Cruise: One Sunday morning we were told that the Captain wanted to see two Academy Midshipman. There were only
two of us, so we cleaned up and got dressed and went up to the Captain's Quarters. When we went in, the Captain started yelling at
us When I want to see a Midshipman I want to see him now. Then Admiral Rickover stepped up and asked me where I stood in
my class. When I answered he started yelling at me and wanted to know why I didn't stand at the top of my class. Then he turned to
my companion asked him where he stood. He told the Admiral that he stood at the bottom of our class. The Admiral asked why.
My companion told the Admiral that he was going into the Marine Corps and didn't need all this Navy education. That's when we
got thrown out.
Awards Received
The following information will be used in a separate section of the book and will focus on awards and honors
Bronze Star with Combat V, Combat Action Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medals. Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Commenda-
tion Ribbon, and National Defense Service Medal.
Academic Achievement (Fulbright, Rhodes, Guggenheim, National Science Foundation, Olmstead, Burke Scholarships or Trident
Scholar, Church Scholar, etc. along with highest degree earned and major)
National Institute for Certification In Engineering Technology (NICET) Level IV in Automatic Sprinkler System.
Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "gain/obtain from attending ?
I was offered a chance to compete for an appointment to a Service Academy. Two appointments were available for the Naval
Academy. This pleased me because my father had been an officer in the Dutch Merchant Marine during World War II. His ship was
contracted to the Army and sailed all over the Pacific stopping at most of the invasion sites.

I didn't know what to expect. I had never been around Academy graduates. I received a great education. But what I learned most
was about myself, what I could accomplish and what I could endure.
Summary
After graduation I was stationed aboard the USS Brinkley Bass DD887 as the Main Propulsion Assistant. My next tour was with
Naval Support Activity Saigon. I had several assignments including Officer in Charge YRBM-16 near Chao Duc three miles from
Cambodia. I made a third Vietnam tour as a Logistics Officer with COMPHIBRON ONE. After the Peace Treaty was signed our
staff was tasked with removing the mines our B-52's had placed in Haiphong harbor. I ended my service as an instructor at the ASW
school in San Diego.
After I left the service, I entered the fire sprinkler business. I was involved with the design, estimation, sales and management of the
business. I was also an instructor for journeymen. I worked on a wide assortment of projects. Among the more challenging were
high rises, industrial projects , casinos, etc.. I was asked by the National Institute for Certification of Engineering Technicians
(NICET) to help rewrite their exams for certification in my field.
I met my wife Ellin on the fantail of the USS Long Beach CGN 9 on First Class Cruise. We have been married for 46 years. We
have four sons. Three of them have served in the Armed Forces (two Navy and One Marine Corps). All three have been to Iraq.
Our son Thomas is married but we have no grandchildren.
After retiring, my wife and I have spent much of our time traveling. We also have been renovating our home in Albuquerque.
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Stephen V. Gray
Service History
1963 1967: USNA (16th/23rd Company)
1967 1968: Naval Nuclear Power School, Mare Island, CA (Student)
1968 1968: Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit, Arco ID (Student)
1968 1969: U.S. Navy Submarine School, New London, Groton CT
(Student)
1969 1972: USS Queenfish (SSN 651) (Junior Officer) home port
Pearl Harbor HI
1972 1974: Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit, West Milton NY
(Plant Performance
Evaluation Activity)
1774 1978: USS Philadelphia (SSN 690) (Navigator, Operations Offi-
cer) New Construction at Electric Boat, Groton CT and based
at the Submarine Base, New London, CT
1979 1982: USS Ethan Allen (SSBN 608/ SSN 608), Executive Offi-
cer) home ports Guam, Pearl Harbor HI and Bangor WA.
1982 1985: USS Indianapolis (SSN 697), Commanding Officer
home port Pearl Harbor HI
1985 1988: Staff, Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet,
Pearl Harbor HI, Plans Officer
1988 1989: Deputy Commander, Submarine Squadron Seven, Pearl
Harbor, HI
1989 1990: Student, Naval War College, Newport, RI
1991 1993: Staff, United States Nuclear Command and Control Sys-
tem Support Staff, Plans Officer, Falls Church VA
My naval career was primarily in the submarine service. I retired after 26 years of active duty. After retirement received an account-
ing degree and did volunteer work as treasurer for Christ United Methodist Church in Fairfax Station, Virginia and for Rising Hope
United Methodist Mission Church in Alexandria, Virginia. From 2001 to 2005 I worked in the accounting department of MPR As-
sociates in Alexandria, Virginia.

As a brand new officer on the USS Queenfish, I was invited to be on the bridge as we entered Pearl Harbor after my first underway.
As we rounded the bend in the harbor and Ford Island came into view, it looked like the Japanese attack had just happened a few
days before. My thought was it is sure taking a long time to clean up the place. I was then told that the movie Tora Tora Tora was
being filmed and Ford Island had been turned into a giant movie lot. It looked pretty real to me. As we got closer, I could see that
one of the battle ships was really only half there and was a prop built on a barge.
One of my most memorable experiences occurred while I was a junior officer on board the USS Queenfish when we surfaced at the
North Pole in 1970. We had traced the route that the USS Nautilus had traveled several years earlier through the Bering Strait and
under the ice of the shallow Chukchi Sea. You can read all about it in Capt. Fred McLarens book Unknown Waters.
Shortly after I took command of the USS Indianapolis in 1982, Hurricane Iwa hit the Hawaiian Islands. The main city on the Island
of Kauai, Lihue, was without electrical power. We were tasked to go the Kauai, and jump start the electrical power plant. We
proceeded to Nawiliwili Harbor, Kauai and make all preparations to supply startup power to the Lihue Power Plant. Although power
was restored without our help it was very interesting and challenging to figure out how we were going to supply electrical power
from a nuclear powered submarine to one of the Hawaiian Islands.
For the past 8 years we have been the guardians of three great nephews ranging in ages from 1 to 4 years old when we started in
2006. We had thought we were done with diapers and kids movies. There is a whole world of VeggieTales and Toy Stories that
we would have missed without this guardianship experience. Two of our great nephews have recently gone back to live with their
mother and the third is scheduled to go at the end of the 2015 school year. So, maybe our lives will get back to a normal retirement
routine.

Trish (Patricia) was an active duty naval officer for 8 years and was in the naval reserves when we met. We were married in 1988.
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Trishs first husband had died in 1987 and she had two boys who 5 and 8 years old when we were married. Karl lives in Mountain
View, Ca. He worked for Google for 8 years and is now employed by Udacity. Robert lives in Brooklyn, NY and is part owner and
bar manager of the restaurant Extra Fancy in Brooklyn.
Trish and I lived in Fairfax Station, Virginia after I retired from the Navy. We moved from Virginia to Colorado in 2005. We had
purchased some land in Montrose, Colorado a number of years earlier. So, when we moved we had thought of building a new home
on the land we had purchased. But, we decided instead to renovate the old farm house on the property. The house was originally
built in 1908 with no electricity or indoor plumbing. It had been updated over the years but needed some serious repairs. As we got
into the renovation we found more and more that needed to be done. The foundation was not level so we lifted the old house up 3
feet and put in a new foundation. The asbestos siding that was added in the 1950s needed to be removed. We put in new floor joists
on both the first and second floors and enlarged the kitchen, and added a new downstairs master bedroom and an Endless Pool. Our
goal was to keep the character of the original American Four Square architecture, but to update it to be a comfortable place to live.
The renovation lasted from August 2005 to June 2006. In addition to looking after our three great nephews for the past several years,
we have enjoyed doing volunteer work for our church and I am the treasurer for the Montrose County Historical Society.

Probably my most vivid memory would have to be the time President Kennedy camp and spoke to our class during plebe summer. I
cannot remember a thing that Vice President Humphrey said at our graduation, but I still remember some of the things President
Kennedy said to our class.

President Kennedy asked our class to stand at ease and nobody moved. He then turned to Adm. Kirkpatrick and said that I
guessed that lesson comes later in our training.
Master of Science Degree in Accounting, 1995, Strayer University, Washington, DC
Master of Science Degree in Management, 1990, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI
Master of Arts Degree in National Security and Strategic Studies, 1990, U.S. naval War College, Newport RI.
Service/USNA Awards
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (4), Vietnam Service Medal (2), National Defense Service Medal (2), Navy Expeditionary Medal,
Navy E Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Achievement Medal (3), Navy Commendation Medal (2), Meritorious Service
Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Defense Superior Service Medal.

Office of the Secretary of Defense Badge, Officer Submarine Insignia, Command At Sea Insignia, SSBN Deterrent Patrol Insignia
(3).
I wanted to serve my country in part because of the threat of nuclear war that was prevalent during the late 1950s and 1960. The
Naval Academy offered both an education and the opportunity to serve. I think my goals were attained and I am proud to have had
the opportunity.

The academy experience and my career in the Navy certainly did satisfy my expectations. I cannot think of any other career path
that would hold either the challenges or rewards of being a part of the military. I have had the opportunity to meet and work with the
finest individuals throughout my time in the Navy.
Summary
I spent most of my active duty time in the submarine service. After nuclear power and submarine training I served on four subma-
rines and commanded the USS Indianapolis (SSN 697). Shore duty tours included staff positions with the Nuclear Power Training
Unit in New York, COMSUBPAC, and Submarine Squadron Seven in Hawaii, and the U.S. Nuclear Command and Control Support
Staff in Falls Church VA. I also attended the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island.
After retirement in 1993 I received an accounting degree and worked in the accounting department of MPR Associates in Alexan-
dria, Virginia. I also volunteered as treasurer for two churches in Northern Virginia.
My wife Trish and I were married in 1988. Living in Fairfax Station, Virginia after I retired from the Navy, we moved to Montrose,
Colorado in 2005. There we renovated a farm house originally built in 1908. Our goal was to keep the character of the original
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American Four Square architecture, but we updated it to modern conveniences and current standards.
Shortly after we moved in we were appointed guardians of three great nephews ranging in ages from 1 to 4 years old. This task has
been a major part of our lives for the past nine year. Two of the nephews have recently gone back to live with their mother and the
third is scheduled to go at the end of the 2015 school year.
We keep busy with volunteer work in our community and at our church. I am the treasurer for the Montrose County Historical Soci-
ety which operated a museum of local history and culture. We thoroughly enjoy living in this beautiful part of the Western Slope of
Colorado.
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Frederick James Hebdon

Service History
1963 -1967 USNA (23rd Company)
1967 1969: US Naval Nuclear Power training
1969 1971: Division Officer, USS Lafayette (SSBN 616 Blue)
1971 1973: Director, Reactor Principles Division, US Naval Nuclear
Power School, Vallejo, CA
1973 1975: Operations Officer & Navigator, USS Bluefish (SSN 675)
1975 1993 Naval Reserves retiring as a CAPT in 93
1975 - 1999: Various supervisory positions at the US Nuclear Regula-
tory Commission
2000 - 2006: Honors & International Baccalaureate Physics Teacher,
Springbrook High School, Maryland

May 1975: While Navigator of the USS Bluefish (SSN 675) we spent
two months under the Arctic ice cap, including surfacing at the North
Pole.

July 12, 1969: I married Nancy Logan Roe. We are still very happily married, and recently celebrated our 45 th wedding anniversary.
Nancy is the sister of my USNA roommate, Jack W. Roe.
We have two wonderful children. Amanda FitzGerald Luksis who lives in Clarksburg, MD, and is a Human Resources Manager; and
Garrick Parker Hebdon who lives in Baton Rouge, LA, and is the Purchasing Manager for a chemical plant.
We also have two wonderful grandchildren. Christopher Roe Hebdon is a graduate of George Washington University; and Andrew
James Luksis who is three years old.
Retirement has been wonderful. Nancy and I have been blessed with excellent health. In 2006 we moved to our current home on the
water on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. We do a lot of boating, and a lot travelling. We also volunteer with several organizations.

When I arrived at the Naval Academy, I was not a very adventuresome person. I was not very willing to try new things. The Naval
Academy forced me to try things that I would not have done otherwise (e.g., jumping from the platform in the Natatorium). Eventu-
ally I came to the realization that new adventures could be great fun. As a result, my wife and I have travelled extensively (e.g.,
China, Egypt, Israel). I have been scuba diving all over the world, and I have visited all seven continents, including Antarctica.
1991: Master Degree in Business Administration, University of Maryland
2000: Master of Arts in Teaching, Johns Hopkins University

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Summary
After graduation, I spent nine years in the Nuclear Submarine Program. I served on the USS Lafayette (SSBN 616) Blue and the
USS Bluefish (SSN 675). I was also the Director of the Reactor Principles Division at the Nuclear Power School in Vallejo, CA.
One of the highlights of my time on active duty was two months spent under the Arctic Ice Cap, including surfacing at the North
Pole.
In July 1969, I married Nancy Logan Roe. Nancys brother, Jack Roe, was my roommate at the Naval Academy. We have two won-
derful children, and two equally wonderful grandsons. Our son, Garrick, is the Purchasing Manager for a chemical plant; and our
daughter is the Human Resources Manager for a pension fund. Our oldest grandson is a graduate of George Washington University,
and our youngest grandson is three years old.
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After leaving active duty in 1975, I remained in the Naval Reserve; and retired as a Captain in 1993. In addition, I worked for the
Nuclear Regulatory Commission from 1975, until I retired in 1999, as a Deputy Office Director.
After retiring from the NRC, I earned a Master of Arts in Teaching degree from Johns Hopkins University. I subsequently taught
Honors and International Baccalaureate Physics at Springbrook High School in Maryland.
Finally, in 2006, Nancy and I retired to our home on the water on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Nancy is still very active in several
volunteer organizations. I also enjoy volunteering with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and the Ruark Boatworks. The
Ruark Boatworks is an organization that restores wooden boats that have an historical connection to the Chesapeake Bay. In addi-
tion, we travel extensively, and I have now visited all seven continents.
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Charles R. Lakin
After graduation I served on the USS Charles H. Roan (DD-853) for two years and then the
USS Sacramento (AOE-1) for two years. I had a great time in the Navy but realized how to-
tally unsuited I was to be a naval officer, so I got
out in 1971. I wandered around a bit, spent some
time in Maine where I met the woman I later mar-
ried, and discovered woodworking. Penney and I
are still together (no kids) and Im still making all
kinds of things from wood. I went to library school
in 1974 and eventually found the perfect job for me
as a reference librarian at Colby College in Water-
ville, Maine. I retired from Colby in 2007 after
twenty-two years because I couldnt fit going to
work into my schedule any longer. I now do a lot
of woodworking, much of it as a volunteer for local non-profits, and spend a lot of time talking
to anyone who will listen about alternatives to conventional funerals. Im a happy man.
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Dale McQuinn
Service History
1963-1967: USNA (16th/23rd Companies)
1967: Navy Supply Corps School, Athens, GA Student
1968: Naval Submarine School, Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, CT - Student
1968-1970: USS HADDO (SSN 604), Squadron 4, Charles-
ton, SC Supply, Customer Service, Food Service
Officer, Received Submarine Supply Dolphins
1970-1972: Navy Supply Corps School, Athens, GA- In-
structor
1972-1974: Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA
Graduate Student (M.S. Systems Acquisition Man-
agement)
1974-1976: USS SIMON LAKE (AS-33), Rota, Spain
Stock Control and Financial Officer
1976-1979: Naval Electronic Systems Command, Washing-
ton, DC Business/ Financial Manager (PME-107
REWSON)
1979-1981: Naval Supply Depot Subic Bay, Subic Bay, Re-
public of the Philippines Director of Inventory
Control and Customer Service
1981-1984: Navy Ships Parts Control Center, Mechanicsburg, PA Director Strategic Systems Support Department
1984-1986: USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40), Charleston, SC Supply, Customer Service and Financial Officer
1986-1987: Naval Supply Center Charleston, Charleston, SC Executive Officer
1987-1990: Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, CT Supply, Customer Service and Transportation Officer
1988: Attended Tuck Executive Program at Dartmouth Colleges Amos Tuck School of Business Administration
1988-1990 Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, CT Supply, Customer Service and Transportation Officer
1990-1991: Naval War College, Newport, RI Graduate Student (M.S. National Security & Strategic Studies. Salve Regina Uni-
versity, Newport, RI (M.A. - International Relations)
1991-1993: Naval Supply Center Charleston renamed Fleet and Industrial Supply Center Charleston, Charleston, SC Commanding
Officer
1993-1997: Department of the Navy, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Washington, DC Assistance Chief for Logistics
1997: Retired from the Navy with the rank of Captain
After retirement from the Navy I remained in Dumfries, VA. I was hired by Resource Consultants (RCI), a defense contractor, as a
Project Director supporting the Naval Supply Systems Command. During my employment RCI was purchased by Serco, Inc. I re-
tired from Serco in December 2010.

First Supply Officer on a 594 class fast attack submarine
First Business and Finance Manager in NAVELEX PME-107
Commanding Officer of Naval Supply Center Charleston during BRAC and the re-designation of the command to Fleet and
Supply Center Charleston and the splitting of divisions into DLA, NAVDAC, CCPO and DFAS.
Going on a high adventure Boy Scout canoe trip in Northern Maine with my two sons.
Both my boys becoming Eagle Scouts.
My oldest son getting an Air Force scholarship to Cornell University.
My second son getting a Texas National Guard scholarship to Texas A& M University
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My daughter receiving an appointment to USNA and graduating with the class of 2000.
All three of my children serving in the military.
Blessed to have fantastic wife, children and grandchildren.

I married Marna Carver, my roommate Bill Carvers sister, in 1970. We have three children who are all married. Our oldest son is a
Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force. He and his wife have three boys and live in Westford, Massachusetts. My second son was a
Captain in the Texas National Guard, fought in the Iraq War, has owned his own Construction Company and recently hired as a
Round Rock, TX police cadet and is attending the police academy to become a Round Rock police offer. He and his wife have a boy
and two girls and live in Round Rock. My daughter is a Commander in the Navy Reserve. She and her husband have a baby girl
and live in Round Rock. We are having a great time with our seven grandchildren.
After my second retirement I qualified as a Texas Master Gardener and Texas Master Naturalist. I volunteer in both organizations to
maintain my certification. I am also a member of the Native Plant Society of Texas. In 2014 I decided to come out of retirement and
go into ranching. I am in the process of working with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the USDA Natural Resource
Conservation Service (NRCS) to develop a Conservation Plan to develop the ranch to its fullest potential to raise cattle. I am also
working with Texas Parks and Wildlife biologists to develop a Wildlife Management Plan to preserve and develop the best habitat
for wildlife. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is providing ranch management training.

Before attending USNA I completed a year as a Fish in the Corps of Cadets at Texas A&M College (Now University) so I was
well prepared for the rigors of being a Plebe at USNA.
I will never forget I Day.
As a Plebe having Roger Staubach as our quarterback made life a bit easier.
Beating Army in football
Plebe year hoping to get some strawberries and ice cream for breakfast
Team building with my Plebe heavy weight crew members and eating on the crew training tables.
Losing to Texas University in the Cotton Bowl our Plebe year.
Plebe year as a member of the Plebe Heavy Weight 8 Crew Team rowing in the Intercollegiate Rowing Association (IRA)
National Championship Regatta on Lake Onondaga in Syracuse, NY
Plebe Detail
Being in the 52 Olympic crew shell and sinking in the Severn during a storm and carrying it back to the boat house in very
cold weather.
Weekends at Jack Roes mothers house in Fall Church, VA.
Taking delivery of my Pontiac LeMans before Christmas so I could drive it home. Upon return to the Academy taking it in
to Marbert Motors for check up and LCDR Brine wanting to get his car worked on and was told Midshipman car work or-
ders were ahead of his. He went into the service area, copied our names down and Class Ad us all for having a car
within the 3 mile limit. Fortunately my Battalion Officer was able to reduce the demerits to 50. Unfortunately it resulted in
a letter being sent to my parents saying I was getting close to the demerit limit.
Graduation and Commissioning

Tea fights (watching guys wanting to move back in the line when they say who they were going to be matched up with).
Taking a Steam Final Exam in Isherwood Hall and most of us were struggling with at least one problem when someone
unfurled the Mollier Diagram for Water Steam. Many of us thinking that the solution to the problem would be found using the Mol-
lier Diagram, but that was incorrect.
B.S. USNA General Engineering & Management
M.S. Naval Post Graduate School Systems Acquisition Management.
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M.A. Naval War College National Security & Strategic Studies

M.A. Salve Regina University International Relations
Athletic
Lettered on Plebe Heavy Weight Crew Team and went to IRAs
Brigade Intramural Sports Program Trophy June 1967 (Presented to that Midshipman of the graduating class who,
through his participation and leadership, has contributed most to the spirited competition in and direction of the Brigade
Intramural Sports Program.) Brigade sports crew, handball, and track
Service/USNA Awards
Legion of Merit with gold star
Meritorious Service Medal with Silver Star
Meritorious Unit Commendation with Silver Star
Navy E Ribbon with second E
National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Star
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon with bronze Star

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My godparents son went to the Naval Academy and he inspired me to set a goal to go to the academy. I pursued many options to
achieve my goal. I had a retired navy personnel in my town write a letter of recommendation; I joined the Naval Reserve, applied
for an appointment through my representative and applied for a vice president appointment. Coming from a small Texas high school
with a senior class of 29 students, my leadership credentials were strong, but my academics needed a boost. I decided to go to Texas
A&M College and then apply to USNA using my college transcript. I received a vice president appointment, but failed the eye
exam. I applied for a waiver which was granted. I expected to gain an excellent education and be able to hone my leadership skills.

Since early childhood I challenged myself to do things some would think couldnt be accomplished. In high school I strived to
achieve leadership positions. In 4-H, I raised sheep, was on various judging teams and through outstanding achievement I was
awarded the Texas Gold Star 4-H Award. No one thought coming from a small country high school one could go to the Academy.
No one had done that before. I received an appointment. The academy helped me hone my leadership skills which I used through-
out my 30 years in the Navy achieving several first (first Supply Officer on a 594 class fast attack submarine, first Business/ Finan-
cial Manager in the REWSON Project Office in the Naval Electronic System Command and the first Supply Officer Assistant Chief
for Logistics to the Navy Surgeon General in BUMED) and 13 years as a defense contractor. I am someone who continually strives
to improve a situation. My current endeavor is to take a ranch needing a lot of attention and restore it to a productive cattle ranch
and wildlife refuge.
Summary
Raised in Boerne, TX, joined the Navy Reserve my junior year in high school and attended Texas A&M College for one year. After
graduation attended Supply Corps School, then on to Submarine School, upon completion became the first Supply Officer on a 594
Class submarine, the HADDO (SSN 604). I qualified as a Supply Corps Officer in Submarines. Follow on tours included instructor
duty at the Supply Corps School, received masters from the Navy Post Graduate School, Stock Control and Financial Officer on the
USS SIMON Lake (AS 33), First Business Manager for a classified program at the Naval Electronic Systems Command, Director of
Inventory Control and Customer Service at Naval Supply Depot Subic Bay, Philippines, Director of Strategic Systems Support De-
partment at the Navy Ships Parts Control Center in Mechanicsburg, PA, Supply Officer of USS FRANK CABLE (AS 40), Executive
Officer of the Naval Supply Center, Charleston, SC, Supply Office Submarine Base New London CT, received masters from the
Naval War College and Salve Regina College, Commanding Officer of the Naval Supply Center Charleston renamed the Fleet and
Industrial Supply Center Charleston, and Assistant Chief of Logistics at the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery.
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After a 30 year Navy career worked for a defense contractor for 13 years. I stay busy volunteering as a Texas Master Gardener and
Master Naturalist. I have bought a ranch and decided to go back to my childhood roots and raise cattle and develop a Wildlife Man-
agement Plan to improve habitat for wildlife. The USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service developed a Conservation Plan for
me to improve the property.
In June 1970, married Marna Gail Carver and currently live in Georgetown, TX. We have three grown children; all three have been
in the military. Two are currently still serving. We have 7 fantastic grandchildren and are hoping for more.
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James Mixon
Service History:
1961 - 1962: US Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton, CA
1962 - 1963: Naval Academy Prep School, Bainbridge, MD
1963 - 1967: United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD
1968 - 1969: USS John F. Kennedy, Norfolk, VA
1970 - 1971: USS Grand Rapids, San Diego, CA
Following four years in the US Navy, I began a 40 year career which was spent in its entirety
in the Supply Chain Field, which includes Logistics, Transportation, Inventory Management
and Foreign Office Operations, and working for a variety of manufacturing, wholesale distri-
bution, but primarily retail companies. This was highlighted by being the SVP for Supply
Chain for Marshall Stores, Best Buy Corporation, Kmart Corporation, The Return Exchange
and Sears Holdings Corporation.

My wife and I lived in Bentonville, AR where I worked for Wal-Mart Corporation during a
period of tremendous growth, being a part of a team which had to address those challenges
and even more important, there when Sam Walton ran the company.
While in Bentonville, AR, our daughter was born, three months premature and on my
birthday. The best birthday present ever. I just knew everything would be fine and it was.
While working for Wal-Mart, flying into Cullman, AL at night and hearing the pilot discuss
landing protocol, trucks will be parked at each end of the runway with their lights on and we
will land between the lights. Luckily, everything worked out but somewhat discomforting.
Our daughter signed up to play lacrosse her freshman year in high school, but the coach left to coach another high school team and I
volunteered to coach the team until they found a new coach. They never did and I coached the team for that season. One of the great
experiences of my life, coaching my daughter and taking the team to the state finals. We
became so much closer and had an experience of a lifetime.
Tell us about your Wife, Children and Grandchildren

My wife Mary Beth and I have been married since 1982 and have one daughter, Alexandra, who is living in Columbus, Ohio and
working as a Department Manager for Sears Holdings Corporation. Alexandra graduated from Oakland University and played col-
lege lacrosse, probably better than her father. Mary Beth, who is the Social Director for the family is busy playing golf and orga-
nizing social activities for both us and the community in which we live. Mary Beth and I have lived in many areas including, Cleve-
land, OH, Little Rock, AR, Bentonville, AR , Boston, MA, Minneapolis, MN, Detroit, MI, Los Angles, CA, Chicago, IL and Naples,
FL and have learned that all areas of our country are wonderful and beautiful.
My wife and I retired in May 2011 and moved to Naples, FL where we had a second house since 2004 and we now call Naples
home. I spend my time playing golf with friends several times a week and trying to keep up with Mary Beth and her social obliga-
tions. Fortunately, we live in a golf community and I spend a portion of my time working on several committees trying to improve
various aspects of the community. Further, a number of classmates come to Naples for a golf outing during the winter and since
they are not capable of coordinating anything, I take it upon myself to assist them.

Watching the final seconds of the Army-Navy football game as plebes and just knowing
Army was going to score and we plebes would not be able to carry-on until Christmas.
I was fortunate enough to play varsity lacrosse during 1965, 1966 and 1967 and winning
three National Championships. The numerous memories there would take up a book, but just thinking back to those players I played
with and the great times were memories of a lifetime.
Hearing of the assassination of President Kennedy and to this day remembering exactly where I was upon learning of that event.

Having to come-around to the toughest second classman in the company in dress blues,
but knowing he always sent one back to get into sweat gear, so I had my sweat gear on
under the blues, racing back to my room, roommates helping me get the blues off and
running back to his room. He hadnt even gotten off his bed and him looking at me in such
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disbelief and telling me to get out of here. He never knew what I had done.
Being on the pistol range during plebe summer watching my roommate, who was next to me on the firing line, getting jerked off
the line because his shots were endangering all of us. Shots hitting branches on trees, ground in front of us, etc.
Bachelor of Science, USNA, 1967, Naval Engineering
Athletic:
Second Team, Division I All-American, Lacrosse; North-South Game Selection
I was serving in the Marine Corp at Camp Pendleton, CA in 1962 when the opportunity to
qualify to attend the Naval Academy Prep School and if selected from there, attend the
Naval Academy came up. Since I could not afford college, this sounded like a chance to get
a college degree and continue to serve my country, thus I started the process.

As many others who graduated from USNA will say, it was the greatest experience of my life and I would change nothing. The life
experiences while at USNA shaped who I became and am today. The discipline and values learned there cannot be duplicated any-
where. I am thankful always for the friendships made and life lessons learned.
Summary
Upon graduation, I spent two years as Assistant M Division Officer on the USS John F Kennedy (CVA-67) and two years as Execu-
tive Officer of the USS Grand Rapids (PG-98) serving on the pre-commissioning crew for both ships. Beginning in 1971, I began a
40-year career in the Supply Chain Field and at Fortune 100 companies such as Target Corporation, Wal-Mart Corporation, Mar-
shalls Stores, Best Buy Corporation, Kmart Corporation and Sears Holdings Corporation.
My wife, Mary Beth and I were married in 1982 and have one daughter, Alexandra, who graduated from Oakland University in
Rochester, MI and currently resides and works in Columbus, Ohio. Mary Beth and I have lived in Cleveland, OH, Little Rock, AR,
Bentonville, AR, Boston, MA, Minneapolis, MN, Detroit, MI, Los Angeles, CA, and Chicago, IL due to working for a number of
companies whose headquarters were in those cities.
I have served as SVP of Supply Chain for Marshalls Stores, Best Buy Corporation, Kmart Corporation, Return Exchange and Sears
Holdings Corporation and responsible for activities including logistics, transportation, inventory management, service/repair centers,
and foreign office operations.
Mary Beth and I have retired to Naples, FL and enjoy traveling, playing golf, fly fishing and various activities associated with living
in the community of Naples. Of course, living in an area which has the best weather in the country makes life even more enjoyable.
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Service History
N.A.S. Dallas Naval Air Station
N.A.S. Pensacola,
N.A.S. Corpus Christi,
N.A.S. Moffet Field, Fleet Air Support Unit
RVN,
N.A.S. Corpus Christi.
40 years, 6 months Federal Service. 11 years
United States Navy, 28+ years Department of
Transportation.
Interesting, Unusual, or Memorable Life

Events
1950 contracted polio. Parents told I would
probably not walk again. Pete Dawkins, after
polio, did it at West Point. So I also proved
them wrong and graduated from USNA, with a lot of help from my classmates, Wayne Wilson and Tom So-
malis among many.

Two ex-wives, Kathryn Ross and Terri Patton. Three children: Laura Elizabeth Moore, Barbara Ellen Moore,
Donald Robert Moore. Seven Grandchildren: Madeline Madison, River Madison, Ellen Haggard, Andrew
Haggard, Gavin Moore, Dylan Moore and Bryan Christopher Dowling.
I retired in 2003 and only wish I had done it sooner. Everyday is a holi-
day and every meal a banquet!!
Most Vivid/Fondest
Memories of USNA
Beating West Point in
Football!
Gun club ?
Bart Creed ?
Car committee ?
Firestone rep?
First legal car
Humorous Memories of
USNA
The Castle

Naval Aviator Wings
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Jeffrey A. Peck
Jeff Peck passed away on Friday, January 7, 2005, after a courageous battle with pancreatic
cancer. His strength and quiet determination inspired those in his presence. A 1967 graduate of
the United States Naval Academy, he completed a career in the Navy as a decorated combat
pilot and accomplished staff officer, retiring in 1988 as a Commander.
After retiring from the Navy, he continued his service to the military community as the Deputy
Director of the Contract Services and Marketing Department for the Military Officers Associa-
tion of America.
Married to Patricia Dugan Peck for 27 years and father of Kimberly Schnitker of Port Repub-
lic, MD and Jeffrey Austin Peck, Jr. of Los Angeles, CA.
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Richard Dean Raaz
Service History
USS Pomfret (SS-391)(1968-1969);
Graduate School, Nuclear Power Training (1969-1971);
USS Sculpin (SSN-590)(1972-1974);
USS Benjamin Franklin (SSBN-640)(1974-1978);
USS George Washington (SSBN-598)(1978-1981);
Naval War College (1982-1983);
CO, USS Haddo (SSN-604)(1983-1986);
Staff ComCarGru-5 (1986-1988)(Philippines);
CO, SubTraFac San Diego (1989-1991);
CO, USS Georgia (SSBN-729)(1991-1994);
Chief of Staff, ComCarGru-7(USS Nimitz) (1994-1995)
Nuclear Executive, Westinghouse/Washington Group International/ URS Corp tours at Han-
ford Reservation (1996); Rocky Flats (1996-2000); Pit Disassembly and Conversion Facility
Design (Project Manager)(2001-2004); Waste Isolation Pilot Plant(President & General Man-
ager)(2005-2007); United Kingdom Low Level Waste Repository (Managing Director)(2008-
2011); Advance Mixed Waste Treatment Plant, INL (President & Project Manager) (2011-2012)
Memorable Events
Navy Liaison for The Hunt for Red October (1989) and major participation in the Discovery Channel production of Sharks of
Steel (1992)
Family
Three wives (two divorced, one lost to cancer); Four wonderful children; Five even-more- wonderful grandchildren
Retired Life
Some time consulting but mostly travel to see family (Denver, San Diego, Tampa) and friends (USA & Europe). Lots of time in the
gardens.
Vivid Memory of USNA

President Kennedy swearing our class in on Tecumseh Court
Humorous Memory of USNA

The looks of consternation on the upper class faces as they watched Duke Armstrong chug a bottle of Lea & Perrins early in plebe
year!
Award and Honors

Legion of Merit (3), Meritorious Service Medal (3), Service and Campaign Medals (many).
US Navy League Steven Decatur Award (1993).
Washington Group International Lion Award, Presidents Award (2004);
URS Corp Eagle Award Best Project, 2008
Academic Achievements
Trident Scholar USNA (1967); Master of Science (Ocean Engineering) Catholic University of America (1970)
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Submariner Dolphins,
Command (Ashore),
Command (Sea)
Why did I attend USNA?

I was fascinated with nuclear propulsion and was convinced it would revolutionize warfare especially submarine warfare. I wanted
to be a part of that revolution.
Did the academy experience satisfy my goal?

Absolutely, and ten times over. I got to see and do all that I hoped, but was exposed to our national history in the Cold War and the
chaos that followed in ways I could never have imagined! I got to observe and experience the wonder of leadership in every form:
lead and leading, large and small organization, inspired and deflated. It has been a hell of a ride and it is NOT OVER.
Summary
Dick Raaz has experienced leadership in many, many roles and served with some of the most gifted people anywhere. His Naval
Experience included service on six submarines (including command of USS Haddo (SSN) and USS Georgia (SSBN)). He served on
two Carrier Group staffs and made his last act before retiring from the Navy to launch off the USS Nimitz. His civilian experience
included the technical challenges closing the Rocky Flats Plutonium facilities and managing the two major nuclear waste repositories
in the world: WIPP (Geologic Waste Repository) in New Mexico and the Low Level Waste Repository in Cumbria, United King-
dom. He had fabulous times in helping Paramount Pictures make The Hunt for Red October and helping the Discovery Channel in
Sharks of Steel. He now enjoys telling his four children, five grandchildren and many friends about his first-hand exposure to
events of our times and the great (and not-so-great) leaders of our generation.
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Jack W. Roe, Jr.

Service History
I had 8 years of active duty and 22 years in the reserves. On active duty
I attended Nuclear Power School (1967, Bainbridge, MD) and Subma-
rine School (1967 New London, CT). I served as a junior officer in the
Engineering Department of the U.S.S. Lafayette SSBN-616 (1968-1971
Charleston, SC and Rota, Spain). I served on the CNOs Submarine Re-
tention Study Group 1971, Pentagon). I passed the Engineers exam
while on the U.S.S Lafayette. I was sent to the University of Texas as an
NROTC Instructor (1971-1974 Austin, TX). I was able to attend class
and obtained a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. I returned to the sub-
marine force and was the Operations Officer/Navigator on the U.S.S
Seahorse SSN -669 (1974-1975, Charleston SC). I joined the reserves in
1975.
In the reserves my billets were mainly in the submarine warfare area. I

commanded two Naval Reserve units and served as the Deputy Com-
mander (SELRES) Submarine Force, U. S. Atlantic Fleet. I retired from
the reserves in 1997 at the rank of Captain.
My principle occupation after active duty was civilian nuclear power. I
joined the U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission in 1975. I entered the
Senior Executive Service in 1982. I served as Technical Assist to the
Chairman, Deputy Executive Director for Operations, and Division Director. I retired from the NRC in 1999. I have worked for sev-
eral nuclear engineering firms and the Nuclear Energy Institute.

I met my wonderful wife first class year and have been married to her since January 1968.

My wife is a graduate of the University of Texas and a retired industrial psychologist. We have three children, but no grandchildren.
I am still working for a regulatory and litigation support company.

I lived in Falls Church, VA and frequently had classmates as weekend guests. We had some great times.

When Tony Wayne had a cadet from Virginia Tech dress as a Midshipman and march-on for the Army Navy game.
Awards Received
Elected to the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Received the Presidential Meritorious Executive Award from President George H. W. Bush
Received a Doctor of Science Degree from George Washington University in Mechanical Engineering
Service/USNA Awards
2 Meritorious Service Awards

Submarine Dolphins
My father was a USNA grad, but died when I was a young teenager. I lived in Falls Church, VA and got to know more about USNA
from Midshipmen and USNA grads in the area. I was impressed with them and wanted to go there.
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The academy gave me the opportunity to go into nuclear power. This opportunity paved the way for my career after active service.
Summary
I have spent my professional career in the nuclear power business. I spent the first eight years of my career in the Navys submarine
force, serving on the USS Lafayette (SSBN-616) and the USS Seahorse (SSN-669). I transferred to the Naval Reserve in 1975 and
joined the U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. In the reserves my billets were mainly in the submarine warfare area. I com-
manded two Naval Reserve units and served as the Deputy Commander (SELRES) Submarine Force, U. S. Atlantic Fleet. I retired
from the reserves in 1997 at the rank of Captain.
I spent 24 years at the NRC. I was selected for the Senior Executive Service in 1982 and served as Deputy Executive Director for
Operations and supported the Executive Director for Operations in managing the operations of the agency. As a division director I
was responsible for the regulatory oversight of the licensing programs for both operating nuclear power plants and advanced nuclear
power plant designs. I served as the U.S. Delegate to the International Atomic Energy Agency's Convention on Nuclear Safety, and
was the principal editor of the "United States National Report for the Convention on Nuclear Safety." I retired from the NRC in
1999.
Since retiring from the NRC I have worked for two engineering firms and the Nuclear Energy Institute. I am currently working for
Talisman International, which specializes in providing support to licensees that are addressing complex issues before the NRC, and
the U.S. Department of Energy. Principal areas of expertise include Regulatory Assistance, Security, Litigation and Expert Witness
Testimony.
I am married to my lovely wife Mary Louise since January 1968. We have three children and have lived in the Washington, DC sub-
urbs since 1975.
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David J. Santoro
Service History:
63-67 Midshipman USNA 23rd company
67-68 Navy pilot training, designated Naval Aviator August 68
68-69 Naval Justice School
69-72 Pilot VP-24 deployed to Iceland and Azores
72-73 Operations Department USNA
74-76 Weapons Department USS Independence (CV62) and COD pilot
76-79 Staff COMNAVAIRLANT - CV scheduling
79-81 Pilot VP-16 NATOPS Dept head; ADMIN dept head deployed to Sigonella and
Bermuda
81-82 USNPGS Monterey - MS Information Systems
82-86 Naval Data Automation Command (NARDAC) D.C.
86-87 World Wide Military Command & Communication System (WWMCCS) D.C.
1988 Retire from USN with rank of Commander
From June 73 until May 74 resigned Naval commission to accept class with major
airline which was cancelled due to oil embargo. Accepted orders to weapons depart-
ment USS Independence in May 74 as a Reserve!
Principal occupations following Navy retirement:

Twelve years as a commercial airline pilot interspersed for five years as a secondary
mathematics teacher in public schools.
Memorable Life Events:

Being the OOD when Independence collided with Denebola during underway replenishment; Never hurting anyone or bending (so
far) any airplanes; Still flying a Super Decathlon at age 70; Flying as a captain with my wife as a flight attendant on the same air-
craft. Raising three great children into terrific adults.
Marriage, Children, Grandchildren:

First marriage lasted only 1 12 years, one son. Second marriage to Mary, my love of 44 years! Two daughters. All children are mar-
ried and successful in their own right. David Jr. is a Partner with IBM, Mary K. is an information architect free lancer, and Andrea is
a news reporter for a Chattanooga, TN television station and pursuing a dream. And we have eight healthy grandchildren. Mary re-
tired as a flight attendant from United Airlines in 2013. We are fortunate to have passes on United to fly wherever our children may
be.
Retired Life:
Until just a few years ago, I put my PA teacher certification to use by substituting 3-4 days a week at our local middle school and
high school in Spring Grove, PA. Very rarely sub now. Much too much to do in keeping this property livable, flying RC aircraft,
working out, flying (when Mary lets me) and walking my buddy, Vinny. Also, got to find time to visit the grand kids and watch them
grow. Life is super!

- daily life with my company mates and the bonds that were formed and which grew stronger over the years
- surviving Plebe year
- wondering where those four years have gone\
- anticipation of Christmas leave Plebe year
- extra duty Plebe summer
- Army-Navy game pep rallies
- getting spooned by Pat Cooper
- knowing Jeff Peck and what he did for me years later when Mary had cancer
Humorous Memories:-
playing koolyong roulette
100th night
living with Nardy plebe year 2nd semester
being a one striper 1st class year
solving the worlds problems with Wayne Arendas 1st class year
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Academic Achievements:-
B.S. USNA Naval Engineering-
M.S. USNPGS Information Systems
Teaching Cert. College of Notre Dame of MD
Why Did I Attend USNA

At the time it seemed unbelievable that a son of immigrant parents could attend a college let alone a Service Academy. The commit-
ment of a career in the Navy never crossed my mind. We were a family where two brothers and father had served. So I must say the
primary reasons were to get what was purported to be a good education at no expense at a prestigious institution while at the same
time fulfilling my military obligation.
Were My Expectations Satisfied

Yes. The bottom line is that by attending USNA this simple guy from the burgh for the most part got paid to fulfill his passion;
meet and marry a beautiful woman and raise a family; have lasting bonds with friends that others cant appreciate or understand.
Summary
Flight training following graduation followed by three years in VP-24. This was followed by a tour at USNA where I eventually re-
signed my commission infuriating the then Commandant, Max Morris. After unsuccessfully getting an airline job, classmate Jim
Barrett offered me orders to USS Independence that in retrospect, turned out to be the best thing for my Naval career. A staff tour,
second VP tour, and grad school followed. Paid my dues for six years in various data processing assignments at the Navy Yard until
retiring as an O-5 in 1988. Through it all, never lost my passion for flying.
I was hired by a regional airline until a major airline opportunity came along thanks to our classmate, Bill Dukiet. That decision be-
came the highlight of my aviation career and opened doors for me a few more years down the road. While employed as a pilot, I took
courses at the College of Notre Dame of Maryland that led to a teaching certificate.
I was hired as a math teacher in Howard County, MD but missed flying terribly and was disenchanted with the academic profession.
I was fortunate to get back into the aviation community again with the help of Bill Dukiet and retired as a Boeing 727 captain haul-
ing freight in 2002. This decision was largely influenced by cancer that had stricken Mary and was controlling our lives.
Mary survived and thrived! She went back to work as flight attendant and supported me. We live on a rural, two acre lot in south
central PA enjoying life, our grand children, hobbies and traveling when we want to thanks to her.
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Frank Varasano
Service History
Submarine and nuclear power schools, then Patrick Henry SSBN 599. Completed obligation August 1971 to attend Harvard Busi-
ness School MBA1973
Business Executive. 1973-1998 Booz Allen and Hamilton. Senior VP, Managing Partner North America. 1998-2001 Oracle Corp.
Executive VP. 2005-2010 Founder and CEO V Vehicle Corporation.

Marrage to my wife, Celene Varasano.
Birth of my son, Andrew Varasano
Tell us about your wife, children and grandchildren.

Wife and son also business executives. Wife and I now retired. Two granddaughters ages 5 and 7.
Have an east coast boat we spend half of year on, other half in San Diego.

Arrival June 26, 1963 and Graduation June 7, 1967.

Plebe summer
I had met some naval aviators and wanted to be one, so I went to the academy. My eyes went bad half way through so I switched to
submarines.

In reality, I didnt know anything when I went to USNA other than I thought I wanted to be a pilot and that I could get a good educa-
tion there. As it turned out, looking back, my family and USNA were the foundations of my life. USNA was the best thing I could
possibly have done at that point in my life. I am grateful for the opportunity.
Summary
Growing up in a middle class family in Bay Shore NY I was fortunate to be given the right values by my mother and father. When I
arrived at USNA on June 26, 1963, I had graduated high school four days earlier. My head was spinning, but I wanted to be a fighter
pilot and that motivated me.
The pilot idea ended at the start of Junior year when my eyes went bad. The Bancroft nuclear submarine visited USNA at that time,
so I went to see what it was. I was very impressed with the boat and its crew. Had it not come in to USNA I think I would have
dropped out and gone to an Ivy League school.
But I went on through the Rickover program I enjoyed that very much, but didnt want a career of it. I went to Harvard Business
School, got an MBA in 1973, and started at Booz Allen and Hamilton. I became SVP and Managing Partner US. Then was re-
cruited by Oracle as an SVP. Finally founded a new American car company as CEO.
I have had the pleasure of serving on several boards, including public company boards.
I have what I believe is the worlds best wife and son, and two granddaughters. We live half of the year in San Diego and during the
nice weather on our east coast boat.
I have raced sailboats extensively, have my pilots license, enjoy travel, and feel blessed.
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Wayne Wilson
Service History
1967-68: Aviation Training Command; received wings Oct 68
1968-69: Replacement Air Group, NAS Oceana, VA
1969-71: VF-74, NAS Oceana, USS Forrestal, F-4 pilot
1971-73: Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA, MS in Operations
Research
1973-74 Replacement Air Group, NAS Miramar, CA
1974-75: VF-96 NAS Miramar, USS Constellation, F-4 pilot
1975-77: Bureau of Naval Personnel, Wash. DC, Officer Detailing
1977- 78: Replacement Air Group, NAS Oceana, VA
1978-81: VF-14, NAS Oceana, USS John F Kennedy, F-14 pilot
1981-83: CINCLANTFLT, Norfolk, VA, Ops Analyst
1984-86: USS Midway, Yokosuka, Japan, Air Ops Officer
1986-87: Center for Naval Analyses, Wash. DC, Senior Military Analyst
1987: Retired with rank of CDR
Went to work at Westinghouse (later Northrop Grumman) for 18 yrs. Ran
Ops Requirements Group, Program Manager, Site Manager, Director of
Navy/USMC Programs, and F-35 Fighter Demo Center. Retired again and
worked for ARINC, SA-TECH, Pro-Object, ASRC Federal and Motorola
Solutions.

While living in Japan, I was able to bring my oldest two children over for
the summer toured Japan and Korea with them, including climbing Mt.
Fuji. Ran the original marathon course in Greece and completed 13 mara-
thons, including NYC. Remarried and had two more sons; now up to four
grandchildren and counting.

Daryl and I were married in Pensacola in 1968 and had a daughter in Mon-
terey and a son born in Pensacola. They both graduated from the Univ. of
VA and have successful careers in Charlotte, NC and Carlsbad, CA, respectively. I married Carol in DC in 1988 and we have two
grown boys. The youngest just graduated from Univ. of South Carolina and is living in Charleston. I have two grandkids in Charlotte
and two in Carlsbad, CA.
Im still working full time as a contractor for Motorola Solutions and consulting for two companies. I hope to go part time shortly
and continue to consult. I live on a golf course and play regularly. I fish when I can and hunt in the winter. Im considering moving
south (Charleston or Florida), as the last two winters have been brutal.

JFK speaking to us in Tecumseh Court during Plebe Summer
Parents Weekend Plebe Summer and boxing in the smoker.
Sitting in Chemistry class and hearing of JFKs assassination I was a Presidential appointee of JFK
Army - Navy Game plebe year and riding the Drag Bus home she was sick and I was worse.
Being stuck in DC for two extra days of leave GW Birthday and snowmageddon.
Four weeks at Underwater Swimmers School in Key West 2nd class summer.
Sharing rent at the Castle behind the Field House, until we got busted.
Picking up my 67 Camaro SS 350 and trips to College Park.
Getting Class Ad going over the wall with PD Moore restricted all fall 1st class year.

Plebe-hos Plebe Summer
Greyhound races
Swatting bats with tennis racquets
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Dropping mice with parachutes into Goat Court

Racing down Rte 50 from DC to make curfew (with a police escort).
Running Tom Lynch for 100th Night
BS in Naval Engineering; minor in Aerospace
Service/USNA Awards
Meritorious Unit Citation, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Sea Service
Deployment Ribbon, Battle E Ribbon, Overseas Service Medal (2), Expert Pistol Ribbon

Aviator Wings
I grew up as an Air Force brat and knew I wanted to fly. My Dad flew in the Berlin Airlift, Korea and later, in Vietnam, before retir-
ing as a Colonel. I applied to both Air Force and Navy, but had a full ride at U of FL as a backup. I got a delayed entry at USAFA
for the class of 1968 due to late application. I was resigned to a year at Florida, when I received a Presidential Appointment from
JFK. Three weeks later I arrived in Tecumseh Court shaking my head. I persevered and got orders to Pensacola in 1967. Flew F-4s
and F-14s for 20 years and picked up a Masters along the way. Retired in DC and went on to a long career in the Defense business.

Annapolis was the means to an end. Graduation, Commissioning and orders to Flight School were my immediate priorities. Flying
fighters off numerous carrier decks was the ultimate payoff. I traveled worldwide, both WESTPAC and the Med., visited too many
countries to mention and spent two years in Japan as ships company on USS Midway. I picked up an M.S. degree in Ops Analysis
along the way (PG School, Monterey), which was pivotal in getting hired at Westinghouse/Northrop Grumman. I spent the next 27
years in the defense business and worked on the F-16, F-18, F-22, and F-35, among others. I ran the Operational Requirements
Group, served as Director, Navy and Marine Corps Programs, was Site Manager for a large logistics program and was a primary
briefer in the Fighter Demonstration Center, for the F-22 and F-35. Im still running several military programs for Motorola Solu-
tions.
Summary
After getting my wings in Oct., 1968, I flew F-4s off USS Forrestal for 3 years. I spent the next two years at Navy Postgraduate
School, Monterey and reported to VF-96, USS Constellation in 1974. The squadron decommissioned after the war and I reported to
BUPERS, Wash., DC. Then it was off to Oceana, VA and flying F-14s off USS John F Kennedy, followed by a tour at CIN-
CLANTFLT. I reported aboard USS Midway as Air Operations Officer in 1984. Two years later it was back to DC and a twilight
tour at the Center for Naval Analysis. I retired in Dec., 1987.
I retired with just short of 700 carrier landings and had the opportunity to fly in all major theaters, including the Persian Gulf. An
emergency landing at Gitmo, with partial controls and loss of 2 out of 3 hydraulic systems, forced me to fly directly over Cuban
AAA sites - I woke them up from siesta! Winter ops in Puerto Rico, Fleet Week in Boston, Christmas in Hong Kong, Low Levels in
the Philippines, Hot Pad in Key West, Air show for the Shah of Iran lots of great memories!
I was flying F-4s in the Med., while my Dad was flying B-52s over Hanoi. I had several cross-countries to bases where he was sta-
tioned in the States - great stories and family fun. He had flown in the Berlin Airlift, Korea and Vietnam, retiring after 30 years.
I married Daryl while in Flight School and had a daughter, Courtney, and a son, Brian. I married Carol in 1989 and we had Alex and
Spencer. All four are college grads and I have four wonderful grandkids under the age of seven. Im living in the Annapolis area and
take advantage of Navy Football and great classmate tailgates.
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Richard Zino
Service History
After graduation I served as ASW Officer, USS Warrington
DD843 9/67-9/69; Weapons Dept Head, USS Dealy
DE1006 9/69-6/71; USNR Trg Officer MSO Reliant, Perth
Amboy, NJ, 9/72-7/74.
After leaving the service I held positions as Mgr,Telecom
Ops, Xerox Corp., NYC 7/71-11/84; Director of Telecom,
Josephson International, NYC, 11/84-12/97; Mgr, Telecom
& Market Data, BlackRock, NYC, 12/97-12/08.

Memorable experiences include responding to a major flood
in 1987, the 9/11 terrorist attack, and the 8/03 Northeast
Power Outage, replacing/repairing systems while minimiz-
ing impact to business operations; also surviving Hurricane
Sandy in Long Beach, Long Island in 2012.

I met Mary Ellen Fay while driving a taxi in my home town
during summer of 66. I dated her as a 1st classman, and
weve been married for 47 years. Our son TJ plays dueling pianos on Bourbon St in New Orleans; daughter
Holly is an accountant in a property management firm. Granddaughter Georgia Marie Leis is 1 year old.
We now split our time between Long Beach, NY (May-Oct) where I lead a ragtime band every Thursday
night, and Boynton Beach, FL (Nov-Apr) where I create acrylic masterpieces and sell them at outdoor shows.
(www.PaintingsByZino.com)

My most vivid memories of USNA are documented in my book Tales from Annapolis.
I applied to the Naval Academy, viewing it as an opportunity to go away to school. I fully expected to spend a
career in the Navy and retire as an 06. After I left the service, my USNA background opened many doors for
me and I became very active in the alumni associations NY chapter, running numerous social events with il-
lustrious guest speakers which are still talked about today.
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George J. Butvilas
Service History
1963-67: USNA 24th Company-Company Sub-
Commander and CPO (First Class Year)
1967: Communications Officer School - New-
port, Rhode Island
1967-69: USS Charles Berry (DE-1035)-
Communications Officer-Pearl Harbor, HI
JCS Special Operations in the North &
South Pacific and off North Korea
1969-71: Commander Destroyer Squadron 19 Staff-
Squadron Communication Officer
Longbeach-2 WestPac deployments pri-
marily in I Corps/DaNang, RVN
1971-74: Naval ROTC UNIT, Illinois Institute of Tech-
nology Chicago, IL-Assistant Professor of Na-
val Science-Received MBA in Dec 1974
July 1974: Left active duty-remained in the inactive re-
serves for 3 more years-terminated Naval Ser-
vice as a Lieutenant Commander
1974-80: American National Bank & Trust of Chicago ($2.5B in Assets)
Vice President plus President of the Banks data processing subsidiary Tel-A-Data Corp (76-80)
1980-89: Boulevard Bancorp (Chicago) ($2B in Assets)-Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer-Member, Board
of Directors
1990-99: D & N Financial Corp. (Michigan $2.2B in Asset Bank)-President & Chief Executive Officer-Member, Board of
Directors-Sold the Bank in 1999
1999-06: Republic Bancorp (Michigan $6B in Asset Bank)-Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors-Sold the Bank in 2006
2006-13: Citizens Republic Bancorp (Michigan $15.4B in Asset Bank)-Member, Board of Directors & Chair of the Risk
Management Committee-Sold the Bank in 2013
08-Present: President & CEO of Quincy Hill Advisors-5 Professionals providing Bank Consulting Services

Going to 35 Chicago White Sox Games in 1959 (year they went to the World Series) and meeting with the Sox players
Going to high school with the Daley boys (sons of Mayor Richard J. Daley) and meeting him personally
As a member of the Board of Directors of the Chicago Better Government Association/Crime Commission I got to know (not per-
sonally) all of the Chicago corrupt politicians and Mob families
Fulfilled a lifes dream of flying in the bombardiers seat of a B-17 Flying Fortress from Chicago to Bloomington IN
Being appointed to the Veterans Corporation by President Bush (43)-I was duped into this by Ted Lewis. This led me to Washing-
ton which involved putting up with six years of political agony.
Receiving a PhD in Business (honorary) from Michigan Technological University without having to donate money!
At the age of 63 as pilot in command, I was able to crash land a light sport aircraft, flip it and walk away without a scratch.
In 1986, I took up the sport of deer hunting. Upon returning home, I was able to report to my wife Barbara that I that I was success-
ful and produced a picture of me holding up the bucks head by his antlers. Barbara was astonished and asked me how I got the deer
to hold so still for the picture.

I had gone through all of Plebe Summer without any demerits up until the last week. When we were in formation for noon meal, a
visiting Second Classman (I vaguely recall it being Johnny Johnson) asked all those that didnt have any demerits to raise their
hands. I seemed to be the only hand in the air. He came down the line towards me and walked right passed me but not before he
ground the heel of his shoe on the toe of my shoe. He doubled back to inspect me and was astonished that my left shoe seemed to be
un-shined. I was given five demerits for this egregious and thoughtless blunder.

Rooming with The Two Jacks (Chmura and Womack) was never a dull moment. This was during our wrestling phase. I would

goad one or the other into a wrestling match with the other by stating that one or the other had made a disparaging remark about the
others ancestry or parentage.
Rooming with Tom Leiser and Rich Hubbard during second-class summer was a hoot. I never laughed so hard at so many jokes and
pranks.
Uniform Device
Naval Surface Warfare
My family was not wealthy and getting a full ride scholarship was extremely attractive. Also, as nave as this may sound, I always
wanted to serve in the Navy. As a youth, I watched every episode of Men of Annapolis on TV. I fully intended to make the Navy a
career after graduation. For my family, being able to attend USNA was an honor.

It was a transformative experience. Much of what I have done with my life is a result of the good and bad behaviors I learned at the
Academy. The single most lasting experience that has stayed with me is self-discipline. If you cant be in charge of yourself, youll
never succeed in being in charge of others.
Summary
It is difficult to pinpoint all of the ways that USNA transformed me. I was a punk kid who grew up on the streets of Chicago and
wound up sitting with the Kings, Queens and Princes of the business world. When I left home for the Academy, I, indeed, left for a
new family. The bonds with my classmates endure today. We truly were a Band of Brothers! Whatever successes Ive had in my life,
I can trace the roots back to the Boat School. The experiences made me unafraid in business, instilled kindness in me towards others
and made me a better husband and father. I further tried to imprint the qualities of character I learned at USNA onto my children and
grandchildren. My life has had ups and downs as anyone else has had but I do cling to my God, my family and my classmates from
USNA. If it were not fro Senator Dirksens nomination, I would still be stealing hubcaps off Halsted Street in Chicago.
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John A. Chmura Jr.

\Service History
1963 67: USNA (16th/24th Company)
1967 68: Naval Aviation Training Command, Various locations, received wings 10/1968
1968-1969: Air Traffic Control School Brunswick, GA
1969 1971: Point Mugu Pacific Missile Range Oxnard, CA
1971-72: HAL-3 Vietnam various locations
1972: HS-4 Quonset Pt RI / Transfer to Naval Reserve
1972-1984: HS-74 Reserve H-3 Squadron Quonset Pt RI / South Weymouth MA
1984-88: Various Reserve Locations
1989: Retire from USNR with rank of Commander
Following 5 years of active service and concurrent with Naval Reserve at
NAS Quonset Pt RI & NAS South Weymouth MA, I held various Sales
and Marketing positons in the electronic industry: including sales engi-
neer, product marketing specialist, regional sales manager, marketing
manager, director of marketing, director of sales, and Sr. VP of Sales and
Marketing for Texas Instruments MA, Raytheon RI, Aerovox MA.

Travels associated with both USN & business have taken me North
America, South America, Europe, Asia, for both military and business
reasons.

Dawn and I were married in 1970 and have one daughter and one son.
Our daughter has three children and is a school psychologist and located
in Boston; our son John owns several small businesses and is located in
Rhode Island.
Since retirement from Aerovox I have worked as a sales / marketing consultant to various electronic component companies. We live
in Seekonk, MA where my wife taught school through my active working years, and summer in Narragansett, RI.

Learning of the President Kennedys assassination.
Plebe year (63) Army-Navy game: cheering for the team and celebrating our victory in Philly as Army did not get off another play
End of Plebe year.
Youngster cruise to Northern Europe with stops in Germany, Sweden, and a visit to France, and seeing in person the recently built
Berlin Wall.
Saturday hamburgers for lunch.
Sausage subs on the weekends.
The yearly boxing smokers.
Taking delivery of my first car (67 Pontiac GTO convertible)
Tossing the covers graduation morning, 7 June 1967.

Various roommate hockey games / wrestling adventures.
YP drills and the subsequent conviction that boats were not for me.
Awards Received
The following information will be used in a separate section of the book and will focus on awards and honors:

BS USNA 1967, Naval engineering;
various management courses
Service/USNA Awards
Ground Combat Action Medal; Air Medal (#20) Viet Nam,
other miscellaneous medals.

Naval Aviator Wings 1968.
Most of my family male members were 1st generation Americans and participated in WW II in some military capacity. I heard all
their various stories and noticed their sense of obligation and commitment and believed that it was a good road to follow. Many of
my family members came to my graduation as they believed in was career path well chosen. So for the longest time I envisioned a
military career. Upon graduation, I elected to pursue a Naval Aviation specialty and ended up flying for the next 17 to 18 years be-
tween active duty and Naval Reserve Service.

My expectations were more than met by attending Annapolis. Graduation from a highly regarded academic institution with an engi-
neering degree, commissioned as a regular Naval officer and given the opportunity to fly for the Navy. What I did not understand at
the time is that sailors are meant to be on ships and ships are meant to be at sea which translates into long term family separations for
the good of a Naval career.
Summary
My first duty station was flying a helo out of NAS Pt. Mugu Pacific Missile Range recovering target drones and supervising the ATC
at the base. This was followed by tours as a pilot in HAL- 3, Vietnam as a fire team leader. Upon return to USA, I transitioned to H-
3 helo and made a North Atlantic cruise followed by transition to the Naval Reserve and flying H-3 helo out of RI / MA to fulfill my
like of flying.
Subsequent career path took me to various electronic companies and various travels throughout the world.
Memories of our plebe year, the various Army-Navy games.
I envisioned a full 20 year career but after being gone for most of two years after getting married I pursued other options available to
me that did not include extensive long term family separations. I support those who could endure the at sea separations but knew
that it was not for me.
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Service History
June, 1967- Commissioned by my Father, as US Air Force 2Lt (Along
with 9 other USNA classmates going AF)
April, 1968- Graduated USAF Navigator Flight Training (Distinguished
Graduate)
August, 1968-August, 1969: EC-121R Batcat Reconnaissance Squad-
ron, Korat RTAFB. (Flew 111 combat missions)
August, 1969- August, 1972: C-130E, Langley AFB, VA. Flew 3000
hours of tactical airlift, including low-level, dirt fields, and
airdrop, throughout Europe, Africa, South America, and the
US.
September 1972-May 1974: Graduate Student, University of Texas @
Austin, MS, Aerospace Engineering, (Distinguished Graduate).
June, 1974-July, 1978: Course Director, Associate Professor, Aviation
Science Division, US Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs,
CO
August, 1978-September, 1980: Mobility Analyst, Headquarters USAF,
Office of Studies & Analyses, The Pentagon.
September 1980-May, 1981: Congressional Liaison Staff Writer, Office of External Affairs, Headquarters USAF, The Pentagon.
May, 1981-August, 1981: Aircraft Safety Analyst, President Ronald Raegan Task Force, To Determine Recommendations as to
Safety factors and Record for Two VS Three Pilots in Future Commercial Aircraft (Boeing 757 & 767 Aircraft) Department
of Transportation, Washington DC.
August, 1981- June, 1982: Student, Marine Corps Command & Staff College, Quantico VA.
July, 1982-June, 1986: Operations Officer, Commander 452 Flying Training Squadron, Mather AFB, CA.
July, 1986-July 1989: Chief, Navigator and Life Support Training, Headquarters Air Training Command, Randolph AFB, TX.
August, 1989-June, 1991, Base Commander, Mather AFB, CA
June, 1991- December, 1991: Chief, BRAC (Base Closure Office) Mather AFB, CA.
January 1, 1992: Retired, Colonel USAF.
Retiring after 24.5 years in the Air Force, my plan was to try to remain in CA and work for a Defense Contractor, utilizing my gradu-
ate degree. However the Wall came down and the Peace Dividend found many defense contractors, not hiring, but laying off
employees. I therefore ended up in training and human resources, even though, I could barely spell Benefits. For the next twenty
years I progressed as the senior human resources professional in three large companies around the Sacramento area.
McLaren/Hart Environmental Engineering- (1992-1996) Responsible for the training, employee relations, and office administra-
tion for 20 offices and 600 EEs throughout the US, Mexico, Australia, and China. Opened and closed all offices overseas,
hired local staff, established working authorizations as required.
Pacific Coast Building Products- (1996-2001) Responsible for the benefits, retirement plans, training, employee relations and
recruiting for this 4,000 EE company in 95 locations throughout the Western US.
Travis Credit Union (2001-2012) Responsible for the facility functions, employee training, recruiting, benefits, compensation,
retirement plans for 600 EEs, located in 22 branches, Travis Credit Union is $2 Billion in assets, 50 th in size in the US.
.
I was fortunate to have the option of an Air Force career. I loved Annapolis and the Navy, but didnt believe I would be happy com-
pleting 20+ years of service, mostly at sea. Even though flying off of carriers provided a diversion, you still had to RTB to the
Boat. At age 22, the three most important aspects of leisure were sports, drinking beer, and women, or wives---none of which were
legal on board ship. The Air Force provided almost every opportunity I pursued, from flying challenging missions, to using my ana-
lytical training and skills at the highest level, to teaching at the college level (WellZoomie land), to several command positions.
Each assignment was quite varied, all of which had a unique and rewarding aspect..and I finally landed in NORCAL which is a
fantastic location to live and raise a family.

Sharon Reechel was my Crabtown Sweetheart, whom I met and dated from 2/c Summer to graduation. We were married in The
Academy Chapel at Christmas, 1967, and will celebrate our 50 th anniversary shortly after this homecoming. Our first child, Alexan-

dra, was born two months after we arrived at USAFA, in 1974, and our son Pat, was born two months before we left USAFA for the
Pentagon, in 1978. Alex was recently married to her fantastic beau, Kevin, and presented us with our first grandson, Aiden, on
Christmas Day, 2014.She continues to work as a product manager for Old Navy in San Francisco. Pat remains single as I write, and
has just returned from a three-year stint as a construction superintendent with Habitat for Humanity in Baton Rouge. He returned to
Sacramento in summer, 2015, and is now working for a major construction firm in the Sacramento Valley.
Retired life came a little sooner than I had planned, because I developed a medical condition in 2011, which forced me to retire in
2012; I wanted to work about two more years. Therefore, my transition was rather abrupt and it took me some time to get accus-
tomed to not going 100mph any longer. Now things are great, doctors found a drug to improve my condition, and I have settled into
enjoying my children and grandchildren, several hobbies including maintaining two classic sports cars, some travel, some volunteer
work and golf 3-4 days per week. (Thanks to the many friends and classmates who wrote, called, and even visited me when I was
down and out)

Plebe year in general, the Army-Navy game: recalling how little previous records and national rankings meant when we were lucky
that time ran out before Army scored to upset our #1 team in the country. Of course the disappointment to lose to Texas in the
Cotton bowl to retain the #1 ranking.
Owning a 55 Chevy 2/c summer, which Eddie Kuenster and I bought for $300. Eddie drove it to CA later that year, using 100 quarts
of oil and 150 gallons of gas!
First Class cruise to the Mediterranean, on the carrier, USS Saratoga, with stops in great ports of Spain, Italy and Sicily; though it
was a great summer, it further convinced me that if life on a carrier in the Med (probably the premier duty) wasnt compelling,
then the Air Force was a better option.
The Ring Dance with Sharon, June 1966
June Week and graduation, 1967
Selling all of my Navy uniforms for $250, and then buying my Air Force uniforms for $120!

Watching Bill Cray eat 10 Cannonballs to earn carry-on.
Somewhere in a back alley, jumping into the back of Sharons 63 Impala Super Sport Convertible, and hiding on the floor until we
arrived at a party somewhere. (I would have had no clue where we were!)
Getting caught playing poker at 2:00 AM in the Company Wardroom.
Recalling the infamous statement: They cant fry us all-----But they did!
BS, Oceanography USNA 1967, (Top 20%)
MS, Aerospace Engineering, University of Texas @ Austin-1974 (Distinguished Graduate)
Athletic:
Brigade champions Field ball, 1965, 1966; Brigade champions, Swimming 1966, 1967
Service/USNA Awards
Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal, (5 OLCs.), Meritorious Service Medal (2 OLCs), Air Force Commendation Medal (2 OLCs),
Presidential Unit Citation

Air Force Master Navigator Wings
My initial hope was to receive an appointment to USAFA, because I had been an Air Force Brat, and liked the lifestyle in which I
grew up. I applied to all three academies, received Presidential Appointments to Navy and West Point, but not Air Force (Class was
smaller, or I wasnt as good) I also received a Congressional First Alternate to Air Force, with a strong likelihood to be chosen the
next year. I decided not to wait for USAFA, but go to Navy, and of course never regretted it. While there I never realized the value
and respect attending such an institution would provide to me throughout my life.

Im not really certain I had any specific expectations, but I will say that USNA provided the best training and transition from boy-
hood to manhood. The rigors of Plebe year which established the ability to prioritize lifes challenges to determine where best to
focus your time and energy and when and what you can Kiss things off; has been invaluable to me throughout my life. Prime ex-
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ample for me was learning to Kiss Off Bull, take my C and focus my efforts on math and engineering to turn a B into an A,
.The other great attribute I developed is to approach many of lifes challenges with a sense of humor. Surviving Plebe year definitely
required that ability. Sure we had to perform, but knowing that with some physical and mental abilities, a strong sense of humor,
helped make Plebe year more palatable.
Summary
I chose a commission in the US Air Force because my father had been career Air Force. Assignments included 110 combat missions
in Vietnam, 3000 flying hours in C-130s, throughout the world, receiving an MS in Aerospace Engineering from the Univ. of Texas,
and then teaching at USAFA. This was followed by duty as a weapons systems analyst with writing for Congressional liaison, at the
Pentagon. Returning to flying as a squadron commander, chief of training at Headquarters ATC, and then finally as the Base Com-
mander at Mather AFB in Sacramento.
My second career as the senior human resources professional in three vastly different companies in the Sacramento area afforded me
the opportunity to learn the businesses of these three companies and apply my HR knowledge and analytical skills to provide value
added solutions and best practices for all. The businesses of 1) environmental engineering, 2) manufacturing and distributing build-
ing products, as well as 3) the financial interworkings of a major credit union all helped me to better understand many aspects of life
and how different businesses work and become profitable.
My Crabtown sweetheart, Sharon Reechel and I were married at the Academy Chapel at Christmas, 1967. We will celebrate our 50 th
anniversary in December. We have two wonderful children, Alex, who just presented us with our first grandson, Aiden, and Pat who
is still looking for Ms. Right.
Life is now surrounded by enjoying children and grandchildren, hobbies, maintaining two classic sports cars, some travel, some vol-
unteer work, visiting and enjoying friends, and trying to keep my handicap below Sharons.
A wise person once said that As you grow older, you will only be as happy as your children.
We believe this is spot on!

Eldon Fry
After graduation I was assigned to the USS

Fletcher (DD-445) from 1967-69 and then to COM-
NAVFOR (Vietnam) where I was involved in build-
ing a High Schoool for the Vietnamese kids of An
Long Village. I finished my active service assigned
to USS Milwaukee as Navigator from 1969 to
1972. After my separation, I spent several years as
a spear fisherman, once landing a 12-foot tiger
shark off Mokuleia, HI.
From 1976-1982 I worked as a stockbroker and

from 1982 through 2002 as a financial consultant. I
married Lucrecia (last name) in 2005. Since 2002, I
have been enjoying retirement in the Islands spending most of my time at Kaneohe Bay Yacht
Club and golfing at least twice a week. I have one son Anthony (from my second marriage)
who works as a cyber engineer.
Although once in the running for anchorman, my experiences at USNA and specifically as
class President Youngster year, provided me the tools necessary to lead those assigned to me
and the ability to survive my three year tour in Vietnam. Ill never forget running into class-
mate Tom Leiser (24) at Tan Chau when we were supporting Mekong River convoy operations
to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Most of all I enjoyed going with the Village Chief of Long Village
to challenge the best Ba Mui BA Beer Drinkers among the 40,000 Hoa Hao Buddhists in the
Mekong Delta.
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L. Philip Guy III
Service History
July, 1967-June, 1968 Mobile Construction Battalion 11.
July 67 Dec 67 Dong Ha, Vietnam.
Jan68-May68 Port Hueneme, CA.
Jun, 1968-Jun, 69 Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Jul 69-71 Chesapeake Div, NAVFAC & OICC Washington.
1972-1973 BUPERS.
1973 resigned my commission and went to work as a civil servant.
Mostly design, construction & maintenance (public works).
1973-1975 OICC Trident & PM2.
1975-1980 PM1 (Strategic Systems Project Office)
1980-1982 NASA Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards Air Force
Base, CA.
1982-2001 Naval Ocean Systems Center (name changed later)
Retired Jan 2001.
Starting in 2003 I became a defense contractor.
Rhein Main Air Force Base, Germany, Base Civil Engineer.
Fort McCoy (Army), Wisconsin, Base Civil Engineer,
Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Project Manager (mostly public works),
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, Project Manager (public works & con-
struction)

Graduation, USNA.
Birth of my children, Joanna and Geordan. Both turned out to be pro-
ductive members of society and great parents. Joanna and her husband
Dan have twin daughters who are 9. Geordan & Dani have a one-year-
old daughter, Gratia.
I met Jean at a wine tasting party in La Jolla, CA that neither one of us
would normally go to almost 20 years ago. Life has been fun.

Too many to list. I arrived as a 17 year old from Southern California the night before I-day and stayed in the field house/gym. I
walked the yard and was absolutely overwhelmed by the place. Overall, I proved to myself, and others, that I could do it physically,
mentally and emotionally.

Many. Several involve going over the wall. The scariest one happened second-class year a company mate had a car that I borrowed
to go to DC. I put on my civvies and SDB pants over the very narrow legged pants. Since it was winter I put on my overcoat but-
toned all the way up. I proceeded to the garage out in Annapolis. Opened the garage door, unlocked the trunk of the car. Then I
threw the overcoat and SDB pants in the trunk. Oops. The car keys were in the pocket of my overcoat! Can I still get a class A for
this? Another company mate had a girl living in town. I walked to her place and had to call a locksmith. He really gouged me. He
knew I couldnt refuse his cost. Still made it to DC and back safely that night.
There were several reasons. My family was not rich and it seemed that going to USNA wouldnt cost as much as other colleges.
Also, I didnt know what I wanted to do. In fact, I still dont know. Ive gone through life, so far, letting opportunities happen. My
cousin went to USNA and my whole family seemed really proud of his accomplishment. My dad was in the Navy before and during
WWII.

One of the best decisions of and for my life. I have a huge good feeling and thankfulness for all veterans. I am very proud of my

accomplishments and to be a part of this great team.
Summary
Known variously as Phil, Rusty or Low Pressure.
I started life at a young age. I was born in Dragerton, Utah. We moved to the Pittsburgh, PA area for a few years. Then we moved
to Southern California. I graduated from high school at 17 and ten days later started my military career. USNA was a fabulous, en-
tertaining, experience. I wish I could say I had a good reason for going Navy. I couldnt decide what I wanted to be; so, I let the
Navy decide for me. I still dont know what to do when I grow up! I selected the Civil Engineer Corps for service selection.
I got married when I returned from Vietnam. It didnt work out very well. I resigned from the Navy. I spent many years as a DOD
civilian, mostly Navy; but also a tour with NASA. I got married again. It also didnt work out all the way. I did have two children
though, Joanna and Geordan. Fantastic kids, now adults with children of their own. Ive been married to Jean almost 20 years. The
third times the charm.
I retired the first time in 2001 with 37 years federal civil service. I worked as a defense contractor from 2003 to 2011. Those dates
are approximate. I mostly worked as a project manager doing civil engineering, construction, maintenance, etc. I thoroughly en-
joyed working. Jean and I travel a lot. We have lived in Mississippi for the last 8 years. We are trying to move to Reno to be near
our youngest grandchild. Life is good. For whatever reason my decision to go the USNA was one of the best of my life. I am proud
to be in the USNA fraternity and extremely proud to be a veteran.
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J. Patrick Hanson
Service History:
1969, Designated Naval Flight Officer, Pensacola, FL
1971, Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron One (VQ-1), U.S: Naval Station, Atsugi, Japan; flew 175 combat support missions over
the Gulf of Tonkin, Republic of Vietnam.
1972 to 1974, Operations staff, Commander Fleet Electronic Warfare Support Group, U.S. Naval Air Station, Norfolk, Virginia.
1975, Staff EW Officer, Commander Cruiser Destroyer Group Five, Naval Station, San Diego, CA.
1977 to 1979, Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA. MS Degree in Systems Technology; sub-specialty in Command and Con-
trol Electronic Warfare.
1979, Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Two (VQ-2), Naval Air Station Rota, Spain, flying missions as a Big-Look (EP-3E) mis-
sion commander.
1981 1984, Electronic Warfare and Reconnaissance Officer, Staff Commander Sixth Fleet, embarked in the USS Puget Sound (AD
-38), Gaeta, Italy, supporting multi-national forces In Lebanon.
1984 - 1989, Strike Warfare Division Head, Cruise Missiles Command and Control Program, Naval Air Systems Command Head-
quarters; managed development and acquisition of the Tactical Aircraft Mission Planning System (TAMPS).
1989, Retired as CDR USN with 22 years active service

Patrick was married to the former Donna Arlene Delorme of Pawtucket, RI. They have one son, Joseph Patrick Hanson III, and two
grandchildren, Julie and Patrick. (IV)
Most Vivid/Fondest Memories of USNA: Donna said that Pat loved the Academy and cherished the friends he made there. He
loved the Masqueraders she believed he had been a director. He also looked forward to his annual St. Patrick's Day party. Pat en-
joyed the football games at the Academy and enjoyed getting together at the tailgates. He lived in and traveled to many beautiful
places.

Getting wrestled to the floor whenever he entered Womack, Butvilas and Chmuras room; as Blackjack commented, Butts always
won.
Academic Achievemen:
, Engineering, USNA 1967; MS, Systems Technology, USNPGS, 1979
Service/USNA Awards
Navy Commendation Medal (with combat V & two gold stars); Navy Unit Commendation;

Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation (with a bronze star); Navy Expeditionary Medal
National Defense Medal; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal; Vietnam Service Medal (with one silver & three bronze stars); Sea
Service Deployment Ribbon (with three bronze stars); Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon (with four bronze stars); Repub-
lic of Vietnam Air Cross of Gallantry (with bronze palm); Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross with
palm); Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Civil Action with palm); Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal.

NFO Wings
Summary
Pat grew up in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, where he attended Saint Raphael Academy and received his nomination to the U. S. Naval
Academy. He passed away on June 12, 2003.
Obituary
(The Washington Post -6/15/2003)
HANSON, J. PATRICK, CDR., USN (Ret.) died on Thursday, June 12, 2003. J. PATRICK HANSON of Springfield, VA. was the
beloved husband of Donna Hanson; loving father of Joseph Patrick Hanson, III (Sharon) and the late John Terrance Hanson; brother
of Thomas Hanson of Bristol, RI, Eileen O'Kane of LaCanada, CA, Dennis Hanson of Wilmington, MA and Maureen Kitson of Lon-
donderry, NH; grandfather of Julie and Joseph Patrick Hanson, IV.
The following thoughtfully provided by Pats son Patrick III --
All of the pics were taken in the fall of 2000
the baby in the lead picture is my son, Joseph Patrick Hanson IV (age 5
months)
the little girl in the this picture is my daughter, Julie Renee Hanson (age 4
years)
They have changed quite a bit since then. Patrick isto be a sophomore in high
school and Julie is off to UVA next week, my Dad would be very proud of
them both.
After retiring from the Navy, Dad worked in a couple project management and
consulting roles. At the time of his death, he was with CSC.
He loved spending time with his grandchildren he introduced my daughter to Irish Step Dancing when she was 5 by purchasing her
several lessons Julie continued this hobby through her senior year in High School, performing on the show team for her school.
Julie has said many times that she continued for Grandpa. Dad loved going to the beach in the summer; the last few years of his
life, my family, together with Mom and Dad, spent a couple weeks in Virginia Beach every summer.
Dad passed away on 6/12/03. His funeral mass was held at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Springfield, VA. He was buried at
Arlington National Cemetery a few weeks later.
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Stephen S. Israel
Service History
1962 63: Bullis Prep, Silver Spring, Maryland
1963 67: USNA (16th/24th Company), BS Engineering
1967 69: USS Borie DD 704, Vietnam Tour; Surface Warfare Designator
1969 71: COMDESDIV 182; COMDESDIV 362 Operations/Chief Staff
Officer
1971 73: Naval Post Graduate School, MS Acquisition Management
1973 77: Production Division Officer, DCASR Atlanta Georgia.
1977: Transferred to Naval Reserve
1977 - 98: Four CO Tours Florida Region: SUPSHIP Pascagoula 608; NSY
Philadelphia 208; Weapons Station Charleston 808; NAVSEADET
1308; N43 Pentagon Dept. Head Supportability, Maintenance, and
Modernization.
1998: Promoted to Rear Admiral (LH), Senior Naval Reserve Engineering
Duty Officer; recalled to active duty NAVSEA
2001/2: Promoted to Rear Admiral (UH), NAVSEA, Deputy Commander
for Mobilization
2002: Retired from USNR with rank of Rear Admiral (UH)
Following ten years of active service and concurrent with Naval Reserve
duty in Florida, I worked in the building industry as a Class A General Con-
tractor. Relocating to Texas, I served as Director of Marketing for a defense
electronics company, specializing in electronic upgrades to Army vehicles:
Bradley Fighting Vehicle and Abrams Tank.
2000-2006 Professor Financial Management, Defense Acquisition Univer-

sity (DAU), Fort Belvoir, VA. I subsequently taught financial and acquisi-
tion management for 6 years at DAU. In collaboration with Harvard Univer-
sity, I led the DAU team that developed and produced the senior-level Program Managers Course. Case-based methodology was
studied, adapted, and implemented as the premier learning pedagogy for the course. I retired from DAU in 2006 as Professor of Fi-
nancial Management, with DAWIA Level III Certificates in both Program Management and Financial Management.

During the 9-11 terrorist attacks, I mobilized 200 Navy reservists to augment security at Navy Weapons Stations nationwide. Served
as National President and the first Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Association of the United States Navy, Alexandria,
Virginia. Raised funding; commissioned sculpture, and dedicated bronze bas relief representing Navy engineering duty officers at
the Navy Memorial, Washington, DC.

Pat and I were married 6/7/67 at St Annes Episcopal Church in Annapolis immediately after graduation, and have two daughters and
one son. Sally has three children and works in the insurance industry. Carol is a nurse and has one daughter. Tom is a Texas Aggie
and works in the construction industry; he has two daughters.
Since retirement from Industry (98), Navy (02), Civil Service (06); I retired to Kenbridge, VA., land of my mothers ancestral roots,
to do genealogy research. I have participated in volunteer activities; served on boards; written two town histories for centennial cele-
brations, and started Lunenburg Charity Fund; have donated $80K so far to less fortunate in Lunenburg County. VA.
Currently back in the construction industry as GC for small projects. Been active in church activities at parish and diocese levels.
Writing about my mothers Lee family prevalent in Southside Virginia in the 18th & 19th centuries.

Plebe year (63) Army-Navy game: Staubach & Heisman Trophy, Cotton Bowl
President Kennedys assassination
Youngster cruise to Europe with stops in Norway, Belgium, France and England
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Hitchhiking to Belgium Space A to bring back a girl I fell in love with. Didnt work out
3 Black Ns for conduct; 1st Class A offense for my 1957 MGA garaged in town
Recording humorous vignettes for WRNV radio; some off color got broadcasted
Campaign poster for Class VP; 2nd Class A offense, conduct unbecoming an officer
Drawing treasure map for Navigation final wanted out of USNA
Selling hot dogs and beat Army panties and night gowns; paid cash for diamond engagement ring. Restricting June Week to retake
thermodynamics exam - Passed
Still owe 21 weekends restriction
Graduation 13th in the class; no one asks from which end I ranked

Entertaining upper class during Plebe year some acts cant be retold
Plebe gray hound races; uniform races black-white, half and half; see photo to believe
Wearing rain cape and dunce hat, and sporting a magic wand; took the thermo exam by marking a sine wave pattern down answer
sheet; finished test in 5 min and passed with a D. Thermo is still magic to me
BS, Engineering USNA Annapolis, MD 1967;
MS., System Acquisition Management, USNPGS, Monterey, CA., 1973.
Professor of Financial Management, with DAWIA Level III Certificates in both Program Management and Financial Management.
Service/USNA Awards
Legion of Merit (2 awards), Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Medal, Navy Marine Corps Commendation Medal (3 awards),
Vietnam Service Medals, Navy Unit Commendation, Recruiting Ribbon and Gold Wreath.

Flag Pennant
Navy Restricted Line, 2 Star
I attended the Naval Academy in order to obtain a technical education and spare my parents the expense, as they had struggled to
send my two older brothers to William & Mary and Washington & Lee colleges. I had no idea what I was getting into by attending a
service academy other than a job upon graduation. I struggled to adapt to military discipline during my 4 years and never applied
myself to learning. I did have some fun.

Having no expectations other than obtaining my appointment and attending, my expectations were met on the first day of Plebe sum-
mer. I had arrived. Honestly, my less than satisfactory academy experience left me with an indelible desire to never be last again in
life. The shame I bore for many years after graduation and to this day has caused in me a driving force to succeed in life. The acad-
emy experience of being pushed to your limits taught me how to outwork the competition. When the going gets tough, the tough get
going.
I retired from the Navy in 2002 with the rank of 2 Star Rear Admiral with 36+ years of naval service to our country; one of 24 of the
Class of 1967 to achieve flag or general officer rank.
Summary
My first active duty station was as Gunnery and DASH Officer aboard USS Borie (DD 704) Norfolk, VA. Deploying to Vietnam, we
fired over 7000 rounds gunfire support during the Tet Offensive in 1968. My Navy career included 11 years duty in the fleet and on
shore assignments in industrial/contract management positions; my 25 years Reserve service included 4 commands. I retired from
the Navy in 2002 as the Deputy Commander for Mobilization, Naval Sea Systems Command, a two-star Rear Admiral, and the sen-
ior Navy Reserve Engineering Duty Officer.
Civilian employment included work as a Florida General Contractor and as a Texas marketing director for a defense electronics
manufacturer. I later taught financial and acquisition management for 6 years at the Defense Acquisition University (DAU), Fort
Belvoir, Virginia. Collaborating with Harvard University, my team developed and produced the senior-level Program Managers
Case-based Course.

I was elected National President and later served as the first Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Association of the United
States Navy, Alexandria, Virginia.
My wife Pat and I have three grown children, Sally, Carol, and Thomas, two grandsons and four granddaughters. We retired to the
town of Kenbridge, Lunenburg County, Virginia in the spring of 2006, and are active in church and civic activities. My passion is
writing, especially about my mothers Southside Virginia Lee family, who lived in Lunenburg County during the 19 th and 20th centu-
ries, especially the Civil War era. I serve as President of the Lunenburg County Historical Society maintaining my interest in re-
search and historical renovation.
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Tom Leiser
Service History
Immediate Masters program at Monterey in Math. Elected to Sigma Xi (March 1968)
Navigator & Comm Officer in USS Higbee DD-806 out of Long Beach, Ca. with six month deployment to Viet-Nam (June 1968
March 1969)
Commander of 15 river-boats in Mekong Delta & Ca Mau and then Aide to DEPCOMNAVFORV (April 1970-May 1971)
Mathematics Instructor & Asst. Football Coach USNA (June 1971 June 1973)
30 years with IBM including Controller of East Fishkills semi-
conductor plant and CFO of PC Operations in Latin America (1973
2003)
8 years with Contract Manufacturers concluding with Foxconn
(Hon-Hai) as Director of Global Logistics for plants in Scotland, Hun-
gary, Malaysia, Australia, Mexico and Japan.

Working with and getting to really know outstanding people from
around the world of all religious and economic backgrounds. Confirm-
ing over and over again that showing compassion for others and treating
others with respect is the key for successful business and personal rela-
tionships.

Very good communications with my wife of 48 years, Jany, our three
sons and our six grandchildren.
How is retired life going?

Now fully retired enjoy cruising around the world, family & church
activities, volunteering, teaching, reading, exercising and golf.

Scoring touchdowns against Penn State & Army and celebrat-
ing touchdowns by Danny Wong against William & Mary,
Maryland & Duke, Calvin Hueys touchdowns against Mary-
land & Syracuse and Nardy DeGeorges touchdown against Boston College.

Helping my restricted roommate sell hot dogs so that he could purchase an engagement ring for his fiance. This process
included complex supply chain logistics including procurement and transportation of raw materials, on-the-ledge manufac-
turing, distribution in a cigar box and financial analysis.
Service Awards
Two Bronze Stars with Combat V
Four Air Medals (153 recon helo flights with 152 successful landings)
Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V
Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry
My dad had served as a Naval Officer in WW II and I was born in Bethesda, Md. Thus I always had an affinity to the Navy &
Maryland. With the Cuban Missile Crisis and Viet-Nam heating up, I knew that I wanted to serve my country in the military as
an officer. The Naval Academy provided me the best balance of great academics, outstanding athletic programs, a commission
in the Navy and getting to know great classmates from every state and many countries.


Absolutely! I benefited from my four years at Annapolis and really enjoyed my six years of active duty. I cherish the Naval
Academys mission and resulting practice of the highest ideals of duty, honor and loyalty. I continue to stay in touch with
classmates & alumni on a regular basis.
Summary
I served six years as an officer in the U.S. Navy (19671973) including two tours in Vietnam as Navigator & Communications Offi-
cer on a Destroyer, then as Senior Advisor to 15 riverboats in the Mekong Delta & Ca Mau followed by Aide to the Deputy Com-
mander of Naval Forces Vietnam. My service medals include two Bronze Stars with Combat V, four Air Medals (153 recon helo
flights with 152 successful landings) and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. My final two years of active duty were spent at Anna-
polis as an instructor in the Mathematics Department and as an Assistant Football coach.
I held management and executive positions with IBM for thirty years. My responsibilities included being Controller of East Fish-
kills semi-conductor plant and CFO of IBMs PC Operations in Latin America
My employment at Foxconn (Hon Hai) was a result of the outsourcing of IBM business. I was Director of Global Logistics for plants
in Scotland, Hungary, Mexico, Australia, Japan and Malaysia.
I hold a Master of Science in Mathematics earned at the Naval Postgraduate School in 1968 where I was elected to Sigma Xi and a
Bachelor of Science from the U.S. Naval Academy.
My most humorous memory of the Naval Academy was helping my restricted roommate sell hot dogs so that he could purchase an
engagement ring for his fiance. This process included complex supply chain logistics including procurement and transportation of
raw materials, on-the-ledge manufacturing, distribution in an Academy Vellum Stationery box and financial analysis.
In retirement, I enjoy cruising around the world with my wife of 48 years, Jany, family activities, reading, volunteering, exercising
and golf.
I cherish the Naval Academys mission and resulting practice of the highest ideals of duty, honor and loyalty. I continue to stay in
touch with classmates & alumni on a regular basis
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SERVICE HISTORY
Jan 1988 Retired from US Marine Corps with rank of Lieutenant Colonel
1986-1988 Member, Advanced Amphibious Study Group (MCB, Quantico,
Virginia) Member, Defense Strategy Development Group
1984-1986 Plans Officer, Strategic Initiatives Branch, Plans Division,
Headquarters, Marine Corps (Washington, D.C.)
1983-1984 Plans Officer, Joint Strategy & Planning Branch, Plans Division,
Headquarters, Marine Corps (Washington, D.C.)
1982-1983 Military Fellow, Center for Strategic and International Studies
(Washington, D.C.)
1982 Student, Armed Forces Staff College (Norfolk, Virginia)
1978-1981 Plans Officer, Enlisted Manpower and Training Plans, Head
quarters, Marine
Corps (Washington, D.C.)
Military Aide to the Assistant to the 42nd President,
President Ronald Reagan
Member, Presidential Inaugural & Transition Team
TRIP Computer Model Manage
1978 Special Assistant (Maintenance Management) to the Commanding General, 3rd Force Ser vice Support Group
(MCAS, Okinawa, Japan)
1977-1978 Commanding Officer, Detachment A (Maintenance/Supply Unit),
3rd Force Service Support Group (MCAS, Iwakuni, Japan)
1977 Executive Officer & Maintenance Management Officer,
Detachment A (Maintenance/Supply Unit),
3rd Force Service Support Group (MCAS, Iwakuni, Japan)
1976-1977 Student, U.S. Army Advanced Russian & East European Studies Institute
(Garmisch, Federal Republic of Germany)
1975-1976 Student, Russian Foreign Language Program, Presidio of Monterey (Monterey, California)
1975 Company Commander, Company E, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines (NAB, Norfolk, Virginia)
1974-1975 Company Commander, Headquarters & Service Company, 2 nd Battalion, 8th Marines (Camp Lejeune, North Carolina)
1973-1974 Student, Amphibious Warfare School (Quantico, Virginia)Foreign Officer Sponsorship Program Korean Marine
Officer
1970-1973 Instructor, Aeronautical Engineering Department, USNA (Annapolis, Maryland)
Faculty Academic Advisor
Program Manager, Immediate Graduate Education Program
Assistant Football Coach, 150# Varsity Football
Faculty Representative, Ski Club
Faculty Representative, AIAA Student Chapter
1970 Company Commander, Company M, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines (An Hoa,
Republic of Vietnam)
1969 Assistant Operations Officer, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines (An Hoa, Republic of Vietnam
1969 Company Commander, Headquarters Company, 5th Marines (An Hoa Republic of Vietnam)
1969 Company Commander, Company K, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines (An Hoa, Republic of Vietnam)
1968-1969 Platoon Commander, 81mm Mortar Platoon, 3 rd Battalion, 5th Marines (An Hoa, Republic of Vietnam)
1968 Student, The Basic School (Quantico, Virginia)
1967-1968 Student, Flight Sciences Program, School of Engineering & Applied Science, Columbia University (New York)
1963-1967 Student, US Naval Academy 16th/24th Companies (Annapolis, Maryland)
Exchange student with Greek Navy
Member: AIAA Student Chapter, Spanish Club, Brigade Honor
Committee, Class Ring & Crest Committee & Hometown Recruiting Program
Sports: Plebe Football, 150# Varsity Football, fieldball, softball
Platoon Commander, Squad Leader

PRINCIPAL OCCUPATION
1997-Present Founder & President, ENTERPRISE TRANSFORMATION GROUP, Ltd.
1992-Present Founder & President, TED LEWIS & ASSOCIATES
2001-2006 Member, Board of Directors, National Veterans Business Development Corporation (PA)
Appointed by the 43rd President, President George W. Bush, \
Chairman of the Board
Vice Chairman of the Board
Chair of the Corporate Governance Committee
1989-1991 Chief Information Officer and Assistant Secretary for Information Resources Management, Department of Veterans
Affairs,
U.S. Government (PAS, EX-IV) - Appointed by the 41st President, President George H. W. Bush
1988-1989 Bush/Quayle Presidential Campaign & Transition
Deputy White House Liaison at Department of Defense
Director, Resume Management Process, Presidential Transition
Manager, Management Support Services, National Campaign Headquarters
Manager, Delegate Tracking, Presidential Primary Campaign
EDUCATION
2015-Present Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Management,
Daniels College of Business, University of Denver
Faculty Advisor, Alpha Phi Sorority (2015 Present)
2007-Present Adjunct Faculty, University of Texas at Dallas
(Executive Education)
Graduate courses & seminars, INFOTEC (Mexico City) (2007 Present)
1992-Present Adjunct Faculty, University College, University of Denver
2006-2015 Lecturer, Department of Management, Daniels College of Business,
University of Denver
Faculty Advisor, Alpha Phi Sorority (2012 2015)
Academic Advisor (2006 2015)
Pioneer Professor, DU Hockey Team (2011 2013)
2005-2010 Adjunct Faculty, Georgetown University
(Executive Education, McDonough School of Business)
1992-2005 Adjunct Faculty, Department of Management, Daniels College of Business, University of Denver
1992-2005 Adjunct Faculty, University of Colorado
1999-2004 Adjunct Faculty, University of California at Berkeley
(Worldwide Education Program, Haas Business School and
Public Policy Program)
1998-2000 Adjunct Faculty, University of Northern Colorado
1994 Adjunct Faculty, Metropolitan State College of Denver
1988 Adjunct Faculty, Georgetown University
1970-1973 Instructor, Aeronautical Engineering Department, USNA (Annapolis,
Maryland)
Faculty Academic Advisor
Program Manager, Immediate Graduate Education Program
Faculty Representative, Ski Club
Faculty Representative, AIAA Student Chapter
INTERESTING, UNUSUAL, OR MEMORABLE LIFE EVENTS

Leading Marines in combat in Vietnam
Leading Marines
Developing manpower plans & policies and strategic plans & policies for the U.S. Marine Corps and the Office of the Secretary
of Defense
Interacting with various senior government officials in Europe & Asia
Two Presidential appointments: meeting and working for three U.S. Presidents
Teaching undergraduate students at the U.S. Naval Academy and undergraduate & graduate students at the University of Denver
Providing academic advice to students at the U.S. Naval Academy and at the University of Denver: in the Daniels College of
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Business, in the Alpha Phi Sorority and on the DU Varsity Hockey Team
Faculty Advisor, Alpha Phi Sorority & Pioneer Professor, DU Varsity Hockey Team
Being an entrepreneur: starting two companies and developing business in Europe, Asia, Latin America and the United states
Developing and presenting academic courses & seminars in Europe, Asia & Latin America, including Mexico
And finally, and most importantly, spending quality time with my granddaughter!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR WIFE, CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN:

Wife: Sally E. Lewis
Sally & I were married in May, 1976
Owns two small businesses
Graduated from University of California at Berkeley
Originally from CA, lives in CO
Son: Eric M. Cordi
Associate Research Fellow, Pfizer
Graduated from University of Colorado-Boulder (Ph.D.), University of Colorado-Colorado Springs (MBA), Texas A & M Univer-
sity (MS), University of Virginia (BS)
Lives in CT
Granddaughter: Julianna C. G. Cordi
Born March, 2007
Lives in CT
HOW IS RETIRED LIFE GOING AND HOW DO YOU CURRENTLY SPEND YOUR TIME?
Great retired life in Colorado - lots of travel, golf, skiing & family time with wife, son
& granddaughter
Founder & President, Enterprise Transformation Group, Ltd.
Founder & President, Ted Lewis & Associates
Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Management,
Daniels College of Business, University of Denver
Faculty Academic Advisor, Department of Management & Alpha Phi Sorority
Adjunct Faculty, University College, University of Denver
MOST VIVID/FONDEST MEMORIES OF USNA

Attending the varsity football games & traveling during the three summer deployments
Playing intramural company fieldball and softball
Dating girls from the University of Maryland, drag houses & June Week
Completing 179.75 academic semester hours within four years, averaging 24+
academic semester hours during final two years
Graduating 120/893 with a 3.25 GPA
Receiving the Guggenheim Fellowship
Being commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps
HUMOROUS MEMORIES OF USNA

Finding places to go in Annapolis with my girlfriend as a plebe without being caught
Second Class summer at USNA and aviation training in Pensacola & JAX
Doing everything possible to stay off the Greek destroyer while in port during first
class exchange cruise
Hiding my new Sunbeam Alpine in 1966-1967 near the Academy without being caught
June Week, June Week, June Week.
AWARDS RECEIVED:
2015 - Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year Award from the Office of Student
Activities for DU Greek Life at the University of Denver

2008 - Outstanding Instructor of the Year Award from University College at the
University of Denver
1983 - Selected as Regional Finalist for White House Fellows Program
1982 - Selected as 1st Visiting Marine Fellow at the Center for Strategic and
International Studies (Washington, D.C.)
1976 - Superintendents Academic Honor Roll & Certificate of Achievement,
Defense Language Institute (Russian)
1974 - Commanding Generals Honor List for Superior Achievement & Certificate,
Amphibious Warfare School
1973 - Outstanding AIAA Faculty Advisor Citation
1973 - Pennsylvania Engineer-in-Training Certificate
1968 - Commanding Generals Honor List for Superior Achievement & Certificate,
The Basic School (Marine Corps Officer Training)
1967 - Guggenheim Fellowship - Columbia University
1967 - Selected for Immediate Graduate Education Program in Aerospace
Engineering, U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California
1967 - Deans List, USNA (two semesters), U.S. Naval Academy
1967 - Superintendents List, USNA (seven semesters), U.S. Naval Academy
1963 - Congressional Principal Appointment, US Naval Academy
1963 - Academic Scholarships to Dartmouth College and Yale University
1963 - NROTC Scholarship to Stanford University
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
1990: ABD, Doctoral Program in Strategic Planning & Information Technology, George Washington University
1982: Certificate, Armed Forces Staff College Research Paper received Distinguished Evaluation
1981: M.A., Government (National Security), Georgetown University
1977: Certificate, US Army Advanced Russian & East European Studies Institute Research paper evaluated as definitive unclassi-
fied research on Soviet Naval Infantry
1976: Certificate of Achievement, Defense Language Institute (Russian)
Superintendents Academic Honor Roll
1974: Certificate, Amphibious Warfare School
Commanding Generals Honor List for Superior Achievement
1974: M.B.A., Business (Transportation), University of Maryland
1972: Undergraduate courses, University College, University of Maryland,
1968: Certificate, The Basic School (Marine Corps Officer Training)
Commanding Generals Honor List for Superior Achievement
1968: M.S., Engineering Mechanics (Flight Sciences), Columbia University
1967: B.S., Aeronautical Engineering, U.S. Naval Academy
Superintendents List, USNA (seven semesters)
Deans List, USNA (two semesters)
1963: Diploma, Neshannock High School
1962: Certificate, Science & Engineering, University of Illinois
SERVICE/USNA AWARDS:
Bronze Star with Combat V (1970 - Vietnam)
Meritorious Service Medal w/ One Star (2 awards: 1986 - HQMC; 1982 - HQMC )
Navy Achievement Medal (1973 - USNA)
Combat Action Ribbon (1970 - Vietnam)
Meritorious Unit Commendation
Navy Unit Commendation (1969 - Vietnam)
National Defense Service Medal (1963 - USNA)
Vietnam Service Medal with 6 Stars (1968-1970 - Vietnam)
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (1975 - Mediterranean)
Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation Gallantry Cross Color with Palm
& Frame (1970 - Vietnam)
Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation Civil Actions Color 1 st Class with Palm
& Frame (1970 - Vietnam)
Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with 1960 (1970 - Vietnam)
Letter of Commendation
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Letter of Appreciation (13 letters: 1988 (5) - AASG; 1986 (4) - HQMC; 1981 - Office of
the President; 1973 - Annapolis; 1972 - USNA; 1972 - HQMC)
Selected as Regional Finalist for White House Fellows Program (1983)
Selected as 1st Visiting Marine Fellow at the Center for Strategic and
International Studies (1982 - Washington, D.C.)
Certificate of Distinction (1981 - Armed Forces Inaugural)

Certificate of Appreciation (1981 - Presidential Inaugural)
Certificate of Achievement & Superintendents Academic Honor Roll (1976 Defense
Language School)
Certificate of Commendation (1975 - NAB, LFTC, Little Creek, Virginia)
Commanding Generals Honor List for Superior Achievement, Amphibious Warfare School (1974)
Outstanding AIAA Faculty Advisor Citation (1973)
Pennsylvania Engineer-in-Training Certificate (1973)
Commanding Generals Honor List for Superior Achievement, The Basic School
(Marine Corps Officer Training) (1968)
Guggenheim Fellowship - Columbia University (1967)
Selected for Immediate Graduate Education Program in Aerospace
Engineering, U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California (1967)
Deans List, USNA (two semesters) (1966-1967)
Superintendents List, USNA (seven semesters) (1964-1967)
Service to country dedication to a higher calling
Education and training to become the best military officer possible to serve my country and to lead men in combat

Yes, and then some
Summary
Edward G. Lewis graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1967 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Aeronautical Engineering,
a Guggenheim Fellowship to Columbia University, and a commission in the U.S. Marine Corps. He served over 20 years in the
U.S. Marine Corps in various infantry, logistical and staff positions, including leading Marines in combat as an infantry company
commander in Vietnam and in deployments to Okinawa, Iwakuni and the Mediterranean. He also had three assignments at HQMC,
including work at the Advanced Amphibious Study Group, attended three military schools and graduate school, taught at the U.S.
Naval Academy, and was the first Visiting Military Fellow at the Center for Strategic & International Studies.
After retiring from the military, Mr. Lewis participated in the 1988-1989 Presidential Campaign and Transition. He subsequently
was appointed by President George H. W. Bush as Assistant Secretary and Chief Information Officer in the Department of Veterans
Affairs.
In 1992, Mr. Lewis moved to Colorado and started his entrepreneurial and teaching careers. He started two companies, providing
strategic management & technology consulting and presenting various educational seminars & courses on a world-wide basis. In
2001, he was appointed by President George W. Bush as a Board Member of the National Veterans Business Development Corpora-
tion for 4+ years, serving as Board Chairman for over two years.
Over the past 23 years, Mr. Lewis has been teaching both undergraduate & graduate courses in the Daniels College of Business and
University College at the University of Denver, as well as at other universities - teaching over 12,070 students in over 779 courses.
He has three master degrees, plus significant Ph.D. course work.
Today, although fully enjoying retired life with his family, Mr. Lewis is still actively engaged in his world-wide strategic consulting
practice and teaching endeavors.

Bryan D. (Doug) McCormick
Service History
USNR (enlisted) USN (commissioned) not important.
Real Estate Professional: Investor, Broker, Appraiser, Manager
with Grace and Associates since May of 1988

Birth of my daughter Grace

No grand kids yet
How is retired life going and how do you currently spend

your time?
Retired? Whats that?

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas

See above.
USNA was one of the most influential events of my life. I am still learning from and putting
into practice the lessons taught to me there
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Bob ORourke
Service History
1967 Commissioned 2d Lt USMC, student The
Basic School, Quantico, VA
1968 Rifle Platoon Leader, B CO, 1st BN, 27th Ma-
rines, 1st Marine Division, Vietnam Hue,
Phu Bai, Gonoi, An Hoa Basin
1969 Student Pilot, Laughlin AFB, Del Rio, TX
1970/71 Pilot A-4E, 3rd Marine Air Wing, MCAS
Yuma, AZ
1971/73 Olmsted Scholar, University of Heidelberg,
Germany
1973/78 Pilot A-4E/F/M 1st and 3rd Marine Air
Wings, Japan, AZ Maintenance Officer,
Safety Officer, NATOPS Officer, Logistics
Officer, Weapons and Tactics Officer
1978/80 Air Ops Staff Officer, Allied Forces Northern
Europe, Oslo, Norway
1980/82 Pilot A-4E, Asst Ops Officer, USMCR, NAS
South Weymouth, MA
1983/84 LtCol, USMCR HQ USEUCOM
1982 2003, Aerospace industry executive Hughes Aircraft, Raytheon, L-3, - California, Germany, Virginia, Texas
2003 - 2013, Consultant, aerospace industry

Playing in the German National Rugby League in Heidelberg while an Olmsted Scholar
Taking up rock, ice and alpine climbing at age 58 and climbing in Colorado, Alaska, Washington, and Canada
Becoming a Colorado Outward Bound instructor and working with Iraq/Afghan war veterans as well as adolescents on 1-2 week
mountain expeditions

Wife Joan, former banker and aerospace industry finance executive, married in 1992
Children LtCol Patrick ORourke USAF, Combat Rescue Officer, Maj. Eamonn ORourke AZANG, F-16 Instructor Pilot, UAL
737 Pilot
Grandchildren 2
2004 present, Blue and Gold Officer, USNA
2007 present, Course Director/Instructor Colorado Outward Bound School
2013 - present, SAR Mission Pilot, Aerospace Education Officer, Colorado Civil Air Patrol
2014 present, Volunteer - Telluride Adaptive Sports Program

Football season and Brigade spirit, Mess Hall food ice cream and strawberries, rigatoni beef casserole

Food fights, wipe outs
Olmsted Scholar University of Heidelberg, Germany 1971-73
MA Boston University 1973
MBA Harvard Business School 1982

Service/USNA Awards
USNA - Marine Corps Association Prize, Letter of Commendation
USMC Decorations - Purple Heart (2), Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V, Combat
Action Ribbon, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star, plus various unit citations and campaign ribbons/medals
Honors - Commandants Honor List, Officers Basic School 1967; Outstanding Graduate Award USAF Pilot Training; Outstanding
Officer Award USAF Pilot Training 1970; 3 rd Marine Air Wing nominee for Marine Aviator of the Year 1978

Naval Aviators Wings
Military Parachutist Wings
Rifle Expert Badge
Pistol Expert Badge
I decided to attend USNA because I wanted to become a Marine Officer. Also, I was attracted to the Naval service at a young age by
having the opportunity to see and visit many ships in New York harbor. I expected to develop a strong sense of responsibility, ac-
countability, and personal discipline at the Academy, while being exposed to a wide range of experiences, people, and adventures.

The Academy met my expectations, and the experience has been a source of strength in tough situations in combat, on the side of a
mountain, and in my personal life.
Summary
The Academy started me down the road of collecting a wide range of experiences and adventures, while at the same time meeting
and working with brilliant, dedicated, always interesting, usually engaging, and sometimes strange people. I speak of my roommates
at Navy, of course, but my roommates/fire teammates at Marine Officers Basic School were no different. The Academys 4 year
program transitioned me from a slack-jawed, stoop shouldered civilian to a somewhat rock hard Marine. So much so, that while en-
gaged in infantry combat in Vietnam along with my beloved, raggedy band of Marine grunts for weeks without showers, hot chow,
and perfumed letters, I never once wanted to trade places with a Mid.
Garrison and training duty stateside after Vietnam held no appeal to me, so I went to flight school to learn to fly jets. What a kick,
what a sport. Besides, as an infantryman, I noticed that all of the pilots that I met wore a constant smile, had a fat roll of cash, and
were with the prettiest ladies. That was for me, and I learned that it was all true. I changed my personality from being a grim grunt to
being a swashbuckling aviator.
The George Olmsted Fellowship to the University of Heidelberg, Germany was one of several life-changing events. In addition to
expanding my view of the world and our countrys place in it, I also had the chance to become totally immersed in German daily life.
I played rugby for a 70 year old rugby club in the German National Rugby League, learned to speak dialect, and handle the postgame
parties without embarrassing the Corps. My landlord told me that while my dialect was improving, my high German was deteriorat-
ing because of my rugby mates; small price.
I had terrific leaders, jobs, opportunities and training in the Corps; even went to Top Gun. My sons were born in the Corps; now
theyre in the USAF/ANG and doing very well. Were still tight buddies despite their disloyalty.
Once I made field grade officer and joined a high level staff, I noticed that some swash was leaving my buckle, so I started looking
around for something totally new. I left active duty for the reserves, went to business school and became an aerospace capitalist for
20 years full-time, then 10 years part time consulting. A good thing too, since I met my second wife, Joan, during this period and
weve been together 26 years now. Shes a former banker and doesnt like to shop, can you imagine my luck; seriously, a real sweet-
heart and I am indeed lucky.
I retired from full-time work at 57, and pursued other interests which keep me completely engaged SAR flying with the Colo-
rado Civil Air Patrol, backpacking, ice, rock and alpine climbing, leading war veterans and adolescents in Outward Bound wilder-
ness adventures, teaching aerospace to adolescents, and working in adaptive sports programs. I keep a close eye on investments too.
I keep thinking about and planning for the next adventure, but look back daily at where it all began. When the Navy Blue and Gold
is played at the end of watching a Navy football game on TV, I join the rest of my shipmates by standing at attention, hand over the
heart, teary eyed, and, with a choked up voice, sing our alma mater. Still dont want to trade places with a Mid, however. Semper
Fi.
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Service History
1963 - 67: USNA (16th Company Plebe Year, then 24th Company)
1968 - 69: Naval Aviation Training Command, received Wings January
1969
1969: P3 Transition Training, NAS Patuxent River, MD
1969: - 72: VP10, NAS Brunswick, ME, P-3 Pilot
1972: Left active duty, transferred to the Naval Reserve
1973 - 1975: VP-64, NAS Willow Grove, PA, P-2 then P-3 Pilot
1975 - 1978: VP-65, NAS Point Mugu, CA, P-3 Pilot
1978: Retired from USNR with rank of LCDR
After leaving active duty in 1972, I was hired in 1973 as a pilot with The
Flying Tiger Line. Tigers was acquired by Federal Express in 1989, and
I continued to fly for FedEx until retirement in 2004. As shown above,
from 1973 to 1978 I flew in the Navy Reserve in addition to my com-
mercial flying job.

My life has been calm, if measured by the standard other classmates have set. The most memorable and important events are associ-
ated with my immediate family. For me, there are many memorable family times, but nothing that unusual or remarkable.

After meeting her at the Academy, I married Nancy vom Eigen in 1969. We divorced in 2002, but remain very close friends. We
have two sons, Eric (1977) and Craig (1981). Neither is married. No grandchildren.
I retired in 2004 at age 60, which was the age required for commercial pilots flying under FAR 121/135 to retire. Later that year, I
moved to Lyle, Washington, in the Columbia Gorge. The Gorge a beautiful place, and rural. Earlier, our family had visited the
Gorge often, to explore and windsurf. For retirement, I purchased a couple of motorcycles, and rode one of them from Washington
State to Anchorage in 2004. For a few years, I spent a lot of time helping an elderly aunt, and my mother. Both are gone now. In
retirement, my focus has been on my family and my health. In 2014 I had a knee replacement which has allowed me to return to
activities I'd lost. I enjoy a number of outdoor activities including bicycling, hiking, and windsurfing. In a return to my farming
roots, I have a nice vegetable garden.

The relief of having plebe year finished. It seemed it would never end.
Learning to bodysurf at Coronado Beach, CA, on Youngster cruise.
Playing handball in the USNA squash courts...a sport I learned at Navy.
First new car, a 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme "330 cubic-inch "Ultra High Compression" Jetfire Rocket V8"...perhaps that's
enough detail.
Meeting my future wife, Nancy, who was introduced to me by a classmate's sister.
Being "adopted" by a classmate's family in Falls Church, VA. Having that refuge and support.
On one summer leave, a classmate and I went fishing in British Columbia. We had a great time and ever since have had a fifty-year
"argument" about who caught the biggest trout.

Not so funny for me at the time, but funny now. At a Bancroft meal formation I attempted a sword salute to a passing company offi-
cer. The tip of the sword caught my cap and sent it flying. I didn't stab myself, but I "bled" with humility!
Service/USNA Awards
USNA Distinguished Graduate with Bachelor of Science degree


Aviator Wings
1. Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "obtain from attending?
After high school, I went to Washington State University for one year. In late night discussions, I can remember complaining that
we were stuck in a slow paced farming community while the outside world was passing us by. When a friend explained he was ap-
plying for the Air Force Academy, I began to think that would be a good option for me, too. I had always had an interest in flying.
So, I applied for appointment to the Air Force Academy through my Congresswoman. Later, my Congresswoman contacted me and
explained she could not appoint me to the Air Force Academy, but might be able to get me into USNA. I jumped at the opportunity
of going to Navy. The Naval Academy offered the aviation opportunity, and many other career possibilities too. A girlfriend at that
time had a brother in USNA Class of '65, so electing to attend Navy was, in part, because of a young woman.
In attending USNA, I expected to obtain a college degree from a prestigious institution. My interest in a Navy career developed after
entering the Naval Academy.

The Naval Academy definitely satisfied by expectations. USNA provided a college degree and a regular commission in the Navy.
The Academy experience challenged me in many different ways at a time in life that meeting challenges was an important part of
growth. I've always been proud to have graduated from USNA. Out of high school, I attended Washington State University and felt
I was missing out on the important things happening in the world. As we know, in 1963 the President of the United States visited the
Naval Academy and addressed our class as part of the Brigade. This was less than a year after the Cuban Missile Crisis and less than
four months before JFK's assassination. What a change from quiet, remote, WSU!
Summary
After flight training, in 1969 I joined VP-10 in Brunswick, ME, a newly trained P-3 pilot and newly wed husband. My now ex-wife,
Nancy, and I look back on that tour as one of the best times of our lives. We built life-long friendships with other squadron couples.
At the end of the tour with VP-10 we made the decision to leave active duty in order for me to pursue a career with the airlines. In
1973, I was hired by The Flying Tiger Line, an airfreight company. I stayed active in the Naval Reserve after leaving active duty, at
first in VP-64 at NAS Willow Grove, PA. Since we were living in the Los Angeles area, I transferred to VP-65 at NAS Point Mugu,
CA, when VP-65 transitioned from P-2 to P-3 aircraft in 1975. As one of the first P-3 qualified pilots in the squadron, it was very
rewarding to participate in the VP-65 transition to P-3s. After our family moved to the Seattle area in 1978, I left the Naval Reserve
because the commute to Point Mugu was too impractical. In 1989, Tigers was purchased by Federal Express and I flew for FedEx
until retirement in 2004. I now live in Lyle, WA.
Nancy and I raised our two sons in Sammamish, WA. Eric, born 1977, and Craig, 1981, have been a principal focus for me and one
of my greatest sources of joy over the years. Nancy and I divorced in 2002, but remain very close friends.
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J.J. Sandlin
Service History
Navy Air; VA-196 (A6A Intruder bomber squadron, homeport NAS Whidbey Island, WA; (squadron was memorialized in Stephen
Coonts book/movie, Flight of the Intrudermost of the B/Ns, including me, believed that Steve described each of us in the per-
sona of Cole, played by Willam Defoe in the movie); Navy Recruiting Command, Boise, Idaho; Transport Navigator in C-118, using
celestial navigation, pressure pattern navigation, radio/LoranC navigation, and anything else to get us from NAS Whidbey to NAS
Barbers Point and return); after final trip to Barbers Point with Sea Cadets which was essentially
DR and pressure pattern navigation, which required a 45 heading change to either port or star-
board, under NORDO conditions in the storm, transferred to JAG Corps in Ready Reserve non-pay
active billet, and later learned I was still eligible for recall during Iraq conflict to accompany 18-
year-old Marines in fire teams to provide the clear to fire authorityRules of Engagement were
apparently complex; my detailer thought it would be ironic justice to send a fat criminal defense
lawyer into combat with trigger-happy teenagers, but I wasnt impressed, nor was I reactivated.
Trial Lawyer, (criminal defense, personal injury, divorce, real estate litigation, civil rights, and
some miscellaneous stuff trial lawyers have to do); farmer/orchardist/gold miner/real estate broker-
investor.
Interesting, Unusual, or Memorable Life Events\

Are you kidding? Every day is another adventure; writing, speaking, meeting people, loving beauti-
ful people, having fun with my 16 children, five wives and lots of good friends.
However, the best bombing story was the night my pilot and I were to attack the HO Chi Minh
Trail and drop twenty-two 500# bombs with penetration fuses, to knock out the trail at Ban Karai Pass (connecting North Vietnam
with Laos) for a few days. There was a no bomb line about 4 miles further ahead of my drop point, just across the border in North
Vietnam. We made our bombing run, lots of AAA to distract uswe were not going back for a second runand when the computer
and radar told me the bombs were to release, nothing happened! Quickly scanning the armament panel revealed the auto/man switch
was in the manual position, so I flipped it up to Auto so the release pulse would go to the external stations, just as my pilot
pulled 4 Gs, and then the bombs lofted in a cluster, landing directly on the no-bomb line. The top of the mountain/karst blew off,
because of the tons of munitions stockpiled in the underground storage tunnels that the North Vietnamese believed would be safe
from bombing. The Navy and Air Force pounded that site for several days, and one could see the red/yellow hue on the horizon from
the Gulf of Tonkin. I refused the DFCafter all, not only did I miss my target, I missed the damned country! I think the incident
may have influenced Stephen Coonts to write about going downtown instead of wasting time on targets on the Ho Chi Minh Trail.

Married since June 1967, with a few months here and there of singledom, for a total of over forty-four years of marital bliss/strife, of
which all but about four marital years have been wonderful. Blessed with sixteen children, including biological, adopted and step-
children, and known as Daddy Jay to all the children. Have been the custodial parent for eight of the children, shared the other
stepchildren. Wives: Marcia, Cynthia, Jahala (JD), Star, and Melanie. Children: Jeffrey, Ginger, Jarrette, Patrick (Pete), Nathan,
Heather, Jonathan, Andrew, Joanna, Brittany, Emily, Laura, Jordan, Tim, Joshua, Lily. Currently live with Lily, my 16-year-old
beautiful daughter (all my children are beautiful/handsomethanks to my wonderful, lovely wives), and visit my wife, Melanie,
who lives two states away at the family farm in California. Life is good, thus far.
Ummretired? Ill be working, hopefully, until they come for me or when some asshole kills me. I love gold mining, farming, writ-
ing (plan to do a lot more of that), and most importantly, visiting my children. My daughter, Lily, is teaching me how to be a man of
the 21st Centurynot an easy task, given my farm-boy lifestyle and Navy culture.

Easy: the Saturday night run for the sub sandwich, the most delicious sub Ive ever tasted. Hiding out in First Class year at my first
wife, Marcias duplex, convincing her that Jesus wanted us to be together.

The Duke was my intramural boxing coach/manager, and he was at ringside when Oliver North and I slugged it out with our mos-
quito punches, and bled all over the mat. Yes, I lost in a 2-1 split decision, and the good thing was that I sensed the Duke had actu-

ally grown some respect for me during that slugfest. At the evening meal some second classman asked me if I knew Roger
StaubachI said Ill find out, Sir! He made me go to the microphone and sound off: Mr. Staubach, Sir, Mr. Staubach, Sir: I dont
know who you are! Roger stood up and said Come around, Sandlin! I did, that evening.
So I pumped off the obligatory 67 pushups and one to beat Army, then stayed at the upright pushup position. My glass nose had been
bleeding from the exercise, and there was a pool of blood under me, soaking my Tee-Shirt. Finally Staubach, who had been ignoring
me while he studied at his desk, looked down and said something like, Oh, my God! Are you okay? Get up! Carry on! Here Ill
clean this up, you take this clean Tee-Shirt and get out of here!
Years later I called Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad to lease some commercial property in Yakima, Washington (the old train
station). Roger Staubach answered the phone and yes, he remembered the incident with the plebe who bled all over his room. This
was my lasting memory of USNA.
Awards Received
Black N for being AWOL (wasnt UA at that time, I think) from spring break, due to a snow storm that grounded the commer-
cial flights and had to rent a car with some other mids to drive through several statesover twelve hours late from leave.
Graduate, Tulane University School of Law, 1976, awarded Juris Doctor degree.
Athletic
Intramural boxing, basketball, track
Service/USNA Awards
Several Air Medals and the usual Vietnam Campaign stuff

Naval Flight Officer wings (A6A Intruder bombardier/navigator and C-118 transport navigator)
Flag Pennant
TBD
My family was poor; we were farmers in the Yakima Valley, and there were no Congressional appointments coming my way. So I
asked to be placed on the Qualified Alternate List, and I made the cut, along with my future roommate and lifetime friend, John O.
Rasmussen (USNA 1967, 24th Company Commander). My other option was to attend Northwest Nazarene College in Nampa, Idaho,
study religion and become a preachernot a good option, in retrospect. I watched the television show, Men of Annapolis and
wanted USNA far more than West Point or Air Force. The Navy is the best of all the service branches. If we had followed the lead of
Commodore Perry with the Barbary Pirates, there would have been no conflagration in Iraq or Afghanistana few well-placed kill-
ers assigned to cut the heads off the snakes and it would have been game over. The Navys coverage of air, land and sea says it
all: it is the best high tech, powerful force to keep the peace where peace can be found, bar none. My experience with the Navy was
always excellentsure there were occasions, like working for a black-shoe mustang after returning from sea duty aboard the Ranger
was challenging; he hated me, and I returned the favor.
USNA opened doors everywhere. USNA was a dream come true. It was an incredible experience for a farm boy from the Yakima
Valley, and I was released from the oppressive tyranny of the Church of the Nazarene (Frank Burns of M*A*S*H was a Naza-
rene). I felt guilty being paid a stipend while a midshipman. I mean, we got free food, free clothes, free academics, and great hous-
ing. My own shower? It was heavenexcept for JV DeThomas and Jim Stark. Screw them. My life was great, anyway.

USNA is a culture, a lifestyle, an ingrained experience one carries forever. I can still remember the formations, the mess hall, the
marching, the whispered wisecracks at parade formation (these are the cream of the crop standing before you, yada, yada,
yada). Hearing the firing pins snap during parade formation. Summer cruises. Falling in love and believing in True Love. Being a
member of one of the very best organizations in the history of Western Civilizationall of it factors in to make USNA one of the
brightest of my professional/social memories. Looking back, it is bittersweet; my son, Jeffrey, passed at 21 years old, his mother,
Marcia drowned in a bathtub in Jamaicaan untold story thereand my children know nothing about my life at USNA and the af-
termath. USNA has made me a firm advocate for a universal draft, where rich and poor all shall serve two years of service, with
military training, to help enrich their lives.
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Eldon Schierman
Service History
Jul,1967 Dec,1969: USS Buchanan (DDG-14); two WestPac deployments; 2nd Div/Gunnery Officer, ASW Div/Nuclear Weapons
Officer.
Jan,1970 Dec,1971: Grad. School, Un. of Washington; Masters Degree in civil engineering; transferred to USN Civil Engineer
Corps.
Jan, 1972 Apr, 1974: NMCB 10, Port Hueneme, California; two Med./Caribbean deployments (including Diego Garcia); Com-
pany CDR/ Detail OIC.
May, 1974 Jan, 1977: Public Works Lead Activity, Long Beach Naval Shipyard, California; APWO/Activity Liaison Officer/
Weight Handling Equipment Dept. Head.
1977 Separated from Naval Service
I became a registered civil engineer in California in March, 1976.
After separating from the Navy in early 1977, I went into private
practice in Southern California aa a professional civil engineer. My
principal practice was as a land planner, land development civil engi-
neer, and land surveyor.
1977 1980: ETi Corp/ Jack K. Bryant & Assoc; Regional VP, chief
engineer
1981 1992; E & E Engineering/ Anacapa Surveyors; President,
owner/partner.
1992 1994; Moffat & Nichol/ ASL; Regional office manager.
1994 2009; Pace Engineering/ Hall and Foreman; Division VP,
chief engineer, associate.
I retired from full-time practice on June 30, 2009.

Initial service in Buchanan included two combat deployments to Westpac (Vietnam). That fact probably was not unusual for any of
us at the time, but it sure was interesting and memorable. Further service with NMCB 10 (Seabees) included deployments to Rota,
Spain and Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico, along with a couple of stays on Diego Garcia (in the Indian Ocean) to help construct the
naval facilities there.

Pam and I were married at the Naval Station in San Diego, California, on December 7, 1969. We celebrated the anniversary of the
attack on Pearl Harbor on our wedding night. We have three children, two boys and a girl. Bill is a captain with the sheriffs depart-
ment in Ventura County, California. Dave is AMRs (paramedic/ambulance service) operations manager for all of Santa Barbara
County, California. Mary is working part-time, as well as being a soccer mom for her three young sons in San Diego, California.
From our three children, we are blessed with eight grandchildren, 6 boys and 2 girls. They range from the oldest (Nick, 22 years) to
our youngest twins (Drew/Zack, 7 years).
Since retirement, I have had the opportunity to complete the build-out of the daylight basement of our house that we built in 1997/98.
The build-out included three additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a rec/pool room with wet bar. After that, I converted one of
the upstairs bedrooms into an office/ library with built-in file cabinets, book shelves and a Murphy drop-down hide-a-bed. After my
retirement, I joined the USCG Auxiliary, participating in most of their activities these past five years in support of Coast Guard op-
erations and public boating safety, as well as serving as a flotilla commander for a two year stint.

Plebe year (63) Army/Navy game. I dont think any of us will ever forget that one.
Youngster Cruise to Europe. Who would have ever dreamed that I would be spending the summer visiting Germany (Kiel), Sweden
(Stockholm), Netherlands (Rotterdam), and still have time for a side jaunt to Paris.
All the pranks that we pulled on the army officers that were among us during the week leading up to each years Army/Navy game.
Climbing the Herndon Monument at the end of plebe year. I was one of those on the bottom tier and almost died from the fumes of
the lubricant used to grease the monument.
Buying my first car (67 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442), slightly ahead of schedule, late 66.

What a muscle car, and, boy, did we look good.

June Week/ Graduation (cant believe that we actually made it).

Prior to the Army/Navy game one year, filling up the Bancroft Hall office (wall to wall/ floor to ceiling) of one of the Army com-
pany officers with empty milk cartons, then doing it again with wadded up newspaper, and then moving his office furniture down the
hall and into the head. He was good enough sport to conduct his company officer business in the head for a couple of days until pub-
lic works could move his furniture back to his office.
Moving the A-4 all the way across the yard to the base of the steps leading up to the Rotunda.
Our contest with public works plebe summer as we would paint 67 says beat Army on the laundry smoke stack and public works
would follow the next day and paint it out. I think that scenario happened at least three times until they removed a portion of the
ladder at the bottom of the stack and ordered us not to climb it any more.
1967; USNA BS (Steam Propulsion)
1972; University of Washington - MSCE
Service/USNA Awards
Navy Achievement Medal with combat V
I received my appointment from the Sec. of the Navy based on an initial recommendation from the NROTC unit at Oregon State
University. I attended OSU for one year as a freshman, and it was there that I became very interested in the Navy and naval service.
I felt that by accepting the NROTC units recommendation, and subsequent Academy appointment, I would be better prepared for
naval service after commissioning.

Generally speaking, my academy experience did satisfy expectations. However, as I was growing up, I also had a personal goal of
becoming a professional engineer. Engineering was my major while attending Oregon State University as well as at USNA (such as
majors were at the time). Upon graduation, I applied for a direct commission into the Civil Engineer Corps. That was denied since,
at the time, the Navy was only accepting Academy graduates into the CEC who were otherwise not physically qualified for service
in the unrestricted line (something about there being a war on). Consequently, I subsequently became a line transfer into the CEC
after about four years of active duty and completing a master degree in Civil Engineering. The personal standards and integrity that
were ingrained in all of us during four years at the Academy have stayed with me for all of my life and still guide my actions to this
day. I expected that and have not been disappointed.
Summary
After graduation I reported aboard USS Buchanan (DDG-14) as 2nd Div./ Gunnery Officer; then ASW Div./Nuclear Weapons Offi-
cer, making two Westpac deployments.
In December, 1969, I married my wife, Pam, and later attended the University of Washington where I earned a Master of Science
degree in Civil Engineering.
After being transferred to the Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) while in Seattle, I reported for duty to CECOS, Port Hueneme, CA and
then to NMBC 10 in 1972. During the next 2 years with the Seabees, I deployed to the Med and Rota, Spain, and then the Caribbean
and Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico.
My next tour of duty was with Public Works, Long Beach Naval Shipyard from 1974 to 1977. During this assignment, I earned my
California state professional civil engineers license.
Leaving active duty in January, 1977, I began private practice as a civil engineer, working as regional vice president and chief engi-
neer for a Southern California land development engineering firm. I started my own practice in land development planning, civil
engineering and surveying in 1981. I sold my practice in 1992 and then managed branch offices of larger engineering firms. My last
position was with PACE Engineering/ Hall and Foreman where I retired as an Associate, June 30, 2009.
Pam and I were married on December 7, 1969, in San Diego. We have three children (two boys and a girl) and eight grandchildren
(six boys and two girls). Our oldest grandson is a hospital corpsman in the Navy, while our youngest grandchildren are grade school
age.
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Jon Stanley
Service History
1963 67: USNA
1967 69: Nuclear Power School, Prototype, Submarine School
1969 1973: USS Haddo, SSN 604
1973 1975: Naval Reserve
Engineering consultant with several consulting firms including EDS Nu-
clear, Echo Energy, and Tenera. Transitioned to the software industry and
worked for Synergen. Served as CEO of the USS Hornet Museum for 2
years, and briefly as Executive Director of the Water Emergency Transpor-
tation Authority (ferry boat agency for San Francisco Bay).

My interview with ADM Rickover was interesting, unusual and memora-
ble!

Susan and I were married in 1991 (2nd marriage for both of us). I have two
grown step-children and one terrific grandson!
I became a Blue and Gold Officer for USNA in 2007 and continue that ac-
tivity. Following my time as CEO of the USS Hornet Museum, I became
Chairman of the Aircraft Carrier Hornet Foundation, which oversees the
museum operations, and continue to serve in that capacity.

The smell of brand new white works, and the reveille bell (not a fond memory)
Crew practice on the Severn River on Saturday afternoon followed by ice cream in town
Steak and ice cream for evening meal
Submarine sandwiches and an RC Cola from Chriss
Army-Navy weekends
Youngster cruise in Europe
1st Class cruise on the submarine USS Rock in San Diego
June Week 1967!

Rigging up a loudspeaker on the windowsill toward Dahlgren Hall and harassing tourists. It was fun until the OD showed up.
Jump qualifying a Bancroft Hall mouse from the 4 th deck. He made 4 successful jumps, but suffered a streamer on jump 5 ending
his qualification exercise.
BS, USNA 1967
M.S. Nuclear Engineering from UC Berkeley, 1974
Athletic
Lightweight Crew
Uniform Device
Submariner Dolphins
My father, who had served in the Navy in WWII suggested the Academy when I was a high school sophomore. The challenge (and

prestige I had watched Men of Annapolis on TV), and the maritime aspect to the training appealed to me. I fully expected to be
tested (which I was), and to discover what I could accomplish with some guidance (which I did).

I dont think I truly appreciated the full extent of the value of my time at USNA until I entered the civilian work world and realized
then how well prepared I was for my chosen field (engineering). The respect and opportunities that were afforded me because of my
having graduated from Navy was a revelation.
Summary
Following Nuclear Power School and Submarine School, I reported to USS Haddo, SSN 604 in Charleston. We spent 18 months in
overhaul and then made two deployments to the Med on special ops. We transitioned our homeport to New London after the first
deployment.
I resigned my commission in 1973 and following graduate school at UC Berkeley I joined the first of three consulting companies
involved primarily in the nuclear power industry. I then joined a software company owned and led by a classmate, and traveled
around the country selling and installing systems for managing maintenance of capital equipment.
Upon retirement from consulting I got a call from a friend informing me of an opportunity to lead the USS Hornet Museum in Ala-
meda, CA. I took the job in 2006 for two years, and then left for a brief stint as Executive Director of the Water Emergency Trans-
portation Agency on San Francisco Bay. I am now fully retired, but have remained on the Board of Trustees of the foundation that
oversees the Hornet museum.
Looking back on life at USNA, I remember mostly the great camaraderie with classmates, both during the academic year and on
cruise. Even getting in trouble together was fun including harassing tourists with a loudspeaker from a window in Bancroft Hall, or
jump qualifying a Bancroft Hall mouse from the 4 th deck.
I have enjoyed my 7 years of service as a USNA Blue and Gold Officer interviewing candidates for the Academy in the SF Bay
Area.
My wife Susan and I were married in 1991 Shortly after our ceremony our house burned to the ground in the Oakland CA firestorm.
We rebuilt on the same lot. My two stepchildren are grown. My stepdaughter provided us with a great little grandson that keeps us
busy.
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Alan Toppelberg
Service History
Graduation June 1967
Taught ship stability and hydrostatics June thru Aug 1967
The Basic School Sept 1967 to December 1967, School demonstration
troops communication, School graduation January 1968
5th Communication Battalion. One.mo. 1st marine regiment S and C
officer. 3months. Assistant Communications Officer, 1st Ma-
rine Regiment, Communications Officer 3rd Battalion ST Ma-
rines until November 1968.
Course writer, marine correspondence school.
Resigned July 1968.
Entered Law school September 1971. Graduated June 1975. Admitted
to the Bar June 1976. Admitted to the DC Bar June and Virginia Bar and
1976. November 1975 I went to work for Senator Hugh Scott, Senate
Minority Leader. And worked with him on various legislation.
Practiced law and ran my own law firm.
time?
Help people repair their credit and resolve their debts.

Graduation with my family present.

Too many to list.
Law Degree
Why did you elect to attend USNA and what did you expect to "gain/obtain from attending ?
I expected to fly but my eyes went bad

Maybe Graduation. My expectations were made when I became a lawyer.
Summary
After graduation I was assigned a temporary billet at USNA teaching ship stability and hydrostatics for three months while waiting
for a billet to open to The Basic School (TBS) in Quantico. I completed TBS in Jan 1968 and reported to 5 th Communications Bat-
talion, 1st Marine Regiment as Assistant Communications Officer until assigned to 1 st Marine Regiment, 3rd Battalion as Communi-
cations Officer. I served in that position until November 1968 and resigned my commission in July 1968.
After leaving active service I attended law school in 1971 and graduated with a JD in 1975. I was admitted to the DC and VA Bar in
1976. In November of 1975 I went to work for Senator Hugh Scott (R-PA), Senate Minority leader at the time, working for him on
various pieces of legislation.
I practiced law and ran my own law firm and have recently started helping people repair their credit scores and resolve their debt
issues.
I married my wife Susan in April 1987 and have two stepchildren children and four grandchildren. Susan and I recently relocated to
Miami, FL.

Robert (Bob) A. Weeks

Service History:
1960 Enlisted in Navy
1960 San Diego: Boot Camp / Electricians Mate School
1961 New London: Submarine School / Advanced Electricians
School
1961 - 1962 Key West Florida: USS Grenadier SS525
1962 New London: Nuclear Power School
1962 - 1963 Bainbridge, MD: Naval Academy Prep School
1963 - 1967 USNA: 16th Company and 24th Company
1967 - 1969 San Diego: USS Herbert J. Thomas DD833: DCA, MPA
1969 - 1971 Long Beach, CA: USS Implicit MSO- 455: Executive Offi-
cer
1972 - 1973 Monterey, CA: Naval Postgraduate School
1974 New Port, RI: Surface Warfare Officer Department Head
School
1974 - 1976 Charleston, SC: USS Joseph Hewes DD-1078: Engineer
Officer
1976 - 1979 Annapolis, MD: Midshipmen Activities Officer and Opera-
tions Officer
1979 Norfolk, VA: Armed Forces Staff College
1979 New Port, RI: Executive Officer School
1979 - 1982 Norfolk, VA: USS Richard E. Byrd DDG 24: Executive
Officer
1982 - 1984 Norfolk, VA: COMSURFLANT: Engineering Training
Officer
1984 - 1991 Millington, TN: CNTECHTRA: Engineering Training
Officer
1991 Retired with rank of Commander
Principal Occupation after Navy

LeBonheur Children's Hospital Memphis TN as Environmental Services
Director: Duties included Housekeeping, Laundry, Food Services, Waste Management (Regular / Bio), Groundskeeping, and
JCAHO Training Coordinator. Retired 2004

Marriage, Children, Grandchildren, travel (Holy Land, Alaska), and visiting all 50 state capitals..

Carolen and I were married June 14, 1967. We have four boys and eight grandchildren. Oldest granddaughter in college at UT
Knoxville. Yes, she knows how to sing Rocky Top.
Carolen and I are enjoying serving our Lord at our local church, traveling in our motor home, and visiting state capitals. Most im-
pressive - Minnesota, Least impressive - Alaska.

Most vivid: Come arounds.
Most fondest: Celebrating my 21st birthday during Plebe summer with an ice cream cone from the Steerage.
As a member of the Juice Gang constructing electrical signs for football games and other
Brigade events.
Making mad dashes back to meal formations with several other classmates from Carolen's apartment after consuming one to many.
Graduation.
Masters in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas.
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Service Awards
Submarine Dolphin Enlisted Insignia, and the Surface Warfare Officer Insignia
Military Awards
Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation with Combat V, Combat Action Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal with
Bronze Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Five Stars, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign
Medal
I enlisted in the Navy to avoid being drafted. My plan was to complete my three year enlistment, get out and go to college using the
GI Bill education benefits. After two years I found myself enjoying military life and was planning to complete 20 years of enlisted
service and retire. After graduation from EM A school I met sailor and we went to submarine school, together, served on the same
submarine, and attended Nuclear Power School together. My friend was persistent in urging me to apply of the Academy and the
NESEP programs. I believe I applied for both programs partially to get him to stop nagging me. I did apply and was accepted for
both programs. The Naval Academy approval came first. The XO and my Division Officer were both USNA graduates. I will let
you guess which program they strongly recommended. The only person who was not to excited about my decision to attend NAPS,
was Carolen. We were engaged which meant our marriage plans would have to be delayed five years. Carolen came to Annapolis in
March of 1964 and completed her nursing training at Anne Arundel Hospital.

I was raised on a small farm in South Dakota. Attended a small school with a graduating class of 27. I did not excel in academics,
although it may have been due to not applying myself. My parents stressed the importance of education and wanted me to attend
college, but the Naval Academy was not even considered a possibility. Needless to say attending and graduating from the Academy
far exceeded my life expectations.
Summary
I was raised on a small farm outside of Alexandria, South Dakota. After graduating from High School my plan was to attend col-
lege, marry my high school sweetheart, raise a family, retire, serve our God, and spoil our grandchildren.
I enlisted in the Navy to serve three years, get out and attend college on the GI Bill. I enjoyed military life, so decided to make an
enlisted career of the Navy. I was urged by a navy buddy to apply for the Naval Academy, which I did and was selected for NAPS.
I completed NAPS and entered the Academy in June of 1963. My high school sweetheart, Carolen, came to Annapolis in March of
1964, and completed her nurses training at Anne Arundel Hospital,
After graduation from the Academy, Carolen and I got married, raised four boys and are currently enjoying spoiling our eight grand-
children. We retired in Tennessee, the state we claim as home.
I entered Surface Warfare, and served on three destroyers, a mine sweeper, and as Engineering Training Officer for COMNAVSUR-
FLANT in Norfolk, and CNTECHTRA in Millington, TN. I had tours at the Naval Academy as Midshipmen Activities officer and
Operations officer. Attended the Armed Forces Staff College and Naval Postgraduate School. I retired as a Commander in March
1991.
After retirement I worked at LeBonheur Children's Hospital as Director of Environmental Services for 12 years, in Memphis, TN.
Following retirement from LeBonheur, we moved to Columbia, TN, south of Nashville. We are currently serving our Lord at our
church, traveling our country in our motor home, and visiting all our state capitals. I am also working on a "Honey Do List" which is
getting longer every day, mostly because I am getting slower every day.

Daniel F. Welch
Service History
67-68: Aviation Training Command, Wings 68
69: RAG, HS-1 Key West
69: HS-3, Norfolk
70-72: HS-7, Quonset Point
72: USN Test Pilot School Class 62
72-75: Naval Air Test Center, Patuxent River
76: HSL-36, Mayport
77-79: NS Mayport
80-82: USS Inchon, Norfolk
83-85: NS Rota, Spain
86-87: SWOS Newport
87: Ret
Stay-at-home Dad.
Woodworking craft business
Shaker style furniture in a cabinetmakers shop

Married my wife Sabra in 1977. Our son, Rob, works at Colonial
Williamsburg. I have two daughters, Cathy in Baton Rouge and
Deidre in Fort Walton Beach.
Summary
After earning wings I flew ASW missions in HS-3 and HS-7. Graduated in Class 62 from USNTPS and served
at NATC Patuxent River until 1975. Went to HSL-36 and NAVSTA Mayport, FL. Served on USS Inchon 80-
82. Stationed at NAVSTA Rota Spain and finally SWOS, Newport. Retired 87 as LCDR.
I have two daughters, Cathy in Baton Rouge and Deidre in Fort Walton Beach. I married Sabra in 1977 and we
have one son, Rob in Williamsburg, VA. We retired to New Hampshire with a one year old and I became a
stay at home dad. I had my own craft business for a while and also worked in a small cabinetmakers shop do-
ing a lot of handwork and enjoying it a lot. I currently stay out of trouble working part time in a greenhouse. I
had open-heart surgery this year and all the replacement parts are working just fine.
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Jack E. Womack
Service History:
1963-1967: USNA (15th, 24th Companies)
August 1967 -November 1968: Naval Aviation Training Command.
Received wings November 1968 at NAS Chase Field, Texas.
November 1968-February 1970: VT-25 F-9 Flight Instructor, NAS
Chase Field, Texas. .
March 1970 April 1972: VT-10 Flight Instructor, NAS Pensacola,
Florida. May 1972 January 1973: VA-174 A-7 Flight Student,
NAS Cecil Field, Jacksonville, Florida.
January 1973 June 1975: VA-82 NAS Cecil Field, Florida, A-7 Squad-
ron Pilot, Line Division Officer, Administrative Officer.
July 1975 - February 1978: VA-174 NAS Cecil Field. A-7 lnstructor
Pilot, Assistant Operations Officer, Flight Schedules Officer, East
Coast A-7 NATOPS Evaluator.
March 1978 - May 1980: VC-10 NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Squad-
ron Operations Officer, A-4 Pilot.
June 1980 - July 1983: USNA, Leadership/Law Academic Instructor,
VTNA (Naval Academy Flying Squadron) Operations Officer.
August 1983 - October 1984: NAF Diego Garcia. Airfield Operations
Officer, Officer in Charge of USAF Runway Construction.
November 1984 - July 1987: A-4 Naval Air Rework Facility NAS Pensacola, Florida. A-4 Flight Check Department Head.
July 1987 Retired from Naval Service as a LCDR
Following retirement from the Navy in June 1987, I was hired by Federal Express as a pilot. I flew in the Boeing 727 as a flight engineer for 18
months, then moved to the DC-10 as a flight engineer, first officer, and captain. Almost all my DC-10 flights were international with trips to
Europe, the Far East, the Middle East and South America. The best trips went completely around the world and took two weeks. I retired from Fed-
eral Express in December of 2008 after 22 years of service.

I had operational cruises to Vietnam (Yankee Station), The Med, Caribbean and North Atlantic. Landing on the USS America at
night in the North Atlantic (which was always rough) is something I will never forget. Also, coming aboard during day/night OPS in
the Caribbean with large groundswells that caused excessive flight deck movement, was also very demanding. I will never forget
how much fun it was to fly A-4s out of Guantanamo Bay on base defense missions (our only rule was dont break yourself or the
aircraft), or how challenging it was to stay ahead of the Midshipmen while teaching at the Academy. At Fedex I flew around the
world on 10 trips In 12 months stopping in 9 countries on each trip.

I was married in 1970 and divorced in 1995. I now live with my wonderful partner, Patricia Lutz on Pensacola Beach, Florida. I
have 3 grown sons, (Christopher, Michael and David): and 5 grandchildren.
After 42 years of flying (20 Navy and 22 Federal Express) It was nice not to have to climb into another cockpit, unless I was riding
in back on vacation. I loved all my flying days (had the best of both military and civilian jobs) but, it was time to do other things. Pat
and I travel a lot, and when we are home we spend as much time as possible on the water behind and in front of the house on our
boat, swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking and fishing.

Our heart stopping Plebe year victory over Army;
Carry on through Christmas after the victory;
Youngster cruise to the North Atlantic;
Summer of 1965 Naval Air Introduction at NAS Pensacola;
First class summer cruise to the Med on the USS Independence;
Sprinting down the halls and ladders to make formation after giving the 1 minute chow call as a Plebe;
Not having to do anything, other than study, as a Youngster;

Outrunning a Jimmyleg across Thompson Field as I headed for the wall behind the Field House;
Getting my car (1965 Sunbeam Tiger) the Fall of 1966 and having to hide it until the Spring of 1967;
Service selection night and being awarded Naval Aviation;
Graduation and putting on Ensign shoulder boards;
Driving out the main gate finally heading to Pensacola.

Impromptu wrestling matches with roommates Chmura and Butvilas. Buts always won.
If Pat Hansen came into the room he was fair game too.
Greyhound Races, Cannon Balls, Wildman in the mess hall and Who gets the brick?"
Trips into Georgetown (legal and illegal).
June Week Houses where we could act like normal college guys.
BS-USNA- Aeronautical Engineering
Service/USNA Awards
Two Navy Commendation Medals, Navy Achievement Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with star, Expert Pistol Medal, Meritorious
Unit Commendation with 2 stars, National Defense Service Medal, Navy E" Ribbon. Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with star.

Naval Aviator Wings
Why did I attend the USNA?

My father was an Air Force pilot with many interesting duty stations. I knew I wanted to be a military pilot and the Navy offered the
challenges of carrier operations. So, I decided to attend the Naval Academy, receive an excellent education and eventually fly single
seat strike aircraft.
Did the Academy experience satisfy my expectations?

The Academy satisfied all my expectations and more. It was great being part of a highly regarded, admired and respected institution.
It provided me with the direction, motivation and means to serve my country.
Summary
After graduation I headed to NAS Pensacola, Florida to commence Navy Flight Training in August 1967; I received my wings in
November 1968. Active duty tours included flying F-9s in VT-25, A-7s with VA-82 and VA174, and A-4s with VC-10. Shore duty
included NARF Pensacola, and an academic position at USNA. Retiring from the Navy in 1987, I flew Boeing 727s and DC-10s at
Federal Express for 22 years. Visiting many parts of Europe, the Middle East, Far East and South America, I circumnavigated the
world 10 times.
My fondest memories of Academy life are the most humorous. I can now laugh at the insane treatment we all received as Plebes.
When I relate stories to family and friends about greyhound races, come arounds, clamping on, shoving out, rigging a milk carton,
100th night, tea fights, learning to dance in Memorial Hall with my roommate, "How's the cow?" and going over the wall, I laugh
until I cry. If I had not experienced it all I would not believe it.
Retiring in 2008 after nearly 42 years of deployments, demanding flying, family separations and observing more sunrises and sunsets
over the Pacific and Atlantic, one beautiful truth remains. I am so blessed to have a wonderful family of three sons, 5 grandchildren
and Patricia Lutz to share my life. Since day 1, June 26, 1963, to the present time, the Naval Academy and the Navy have been a
constant part of my life, and the best decision I ever made!
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Thank you for reading our book.
We are proud of our Classmates.
We are proud of our accomplishments.
We are proud that we served.
We are proud of our Country.
Stand, if you are still able; place your hand over your heart, and repeat the following:
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America,

And to the Republic for which it stands,
One Nation under God,
Indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for All.
4th Battalion Index
Name Company Name Company
Amber, Richard 21 Glynn, Daniel 21

Arendas, Wayne 23 Goebel, James 21
Arey, Sheldon 21 Gordon, Adrian 19
Armstrong, Robert 23 Gordon, Richard 23
Banwarth, Cletus 19 Gray, Stephen 23
Bates, John 19 Guy, L. Phillip 24
Brino, Ronald 22 Handy, Richard 19
Buckley, Gerard 19 Hansen, Kenneth 20
Buettner, Terry 19 Hanson, J. Patrick 24
Butvilas, George 24 Havasy, Robert 20
Carver, William 23 Hawthorne, Robert 19
Chesterman, Alan 20 Hebdon, Frederick 23
Chmura, John 24 Hicks, James 20
Church, David 22 Holl, Stephen 20
Clatworthy, Raymond 21 Honour, Lorraiane 22
Cooper, David 23 Honour, Walter 22
Cooper, Douglas 20 Hunt, Robert 23
Cornetta, Ronald 21 Israel, Stephen 24
Culver, William 19 Jacobs, Gerald 19
Daniels, Charles 24 Jakucyk, John 19
Dautel, William 20 Jauch, Ronald 19
DeGeorge, Bernard 23 Johnson, Joseph 21
Donga, John 23 Johnson, William 22
Egnotovich, Michael 21 Johnston, Richard 21
Falerni, Richard 24 Kellum, William 22
Fandey, Joseph 21 Kowalchik, Sergei 19
Ferguson, Timothy 20 Kramer, Steven 23
Finney, David 21 Kumer, Richard 22
Fischl, Robert 20 Lakin, Charles 23
Fitzgerald, Justin 21 Lear, George 20
Fox, David 22 Leiser, Thomas 24
Frawley, Larry 20 LeRoy, David 22
Frazier, James 20 Lewis, Edward 24
Fry, Eldon 24 Lonesk, Marc 20
Frye, Richard 20 Mackey, David 22
Gale, Philroy 21 Markley, William 22
Gay, William 23 Martin, Allen 22
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INDEX
4th Battalion Index
Name Company Name Company
Matthews, Douglas 21 Russell, William 22

Matus, John 21 Samolis, Thomas 20
McCarthy, Dana 22 Sandlin, John 24
McCluskey, William 22 Santoro, David 23
McCormick, Bryan 24 Sariscak, Joseph 22
McCracken, William 21 Schierman, Eldon 24
McKee, Donald 22 Schuler, Harry 19
McNeely, Michael 20 Scott, Johnstone 22
McQueen, James 20 Selmer, John 21
McQuinn, Dale 23 Shaw, Dennis 21
Meek, Calvin 20 Sheldon, John 19
Millen, John 19 Shields, Robert 22
Mixon, James 23 Skjei, Sidney 19
Moldenhauer, Ernest 21 Southworth, Thomas 21
Monaco, Anthony 21 Stanek, Francis 19
Moore, Paul 23 Stanley, Jonathan 24
Moore, Thomas 22 Stedfield, William 22
Nanos, George 22 Stevens, David 23
Nelson, Thomas 21 Stoll, Ronald 19
O'Hearn, Michael 19 Toppelberg, Alan 24
Olsen, William 23 Tuttle, Kenneth 22
O'Rourke, Robert 24 Tzomes, Chancellor 21
Patton, Bob 21 Varasano, Frank 23
Peck, Jeffrey 23 Walker, Harold 19
Perry, William 23 Walsh, Edward 20
Potts, James 19 Wasson, Gary 20
Priest, Don 19 Weeks, Robert 24
Quinlan, John 22 Welch, Daniel 24
Raaz, Richard 23 Wickes, James 20
Racely, Bernard 22 Wilson, Wayne 23
Rasmussen, John 24 Womack, Jack 24
Renka, Richard 19 Wright, Gary 24
Rinehart, Michael 20 Wright, Henry 22
Rodgers, Robert 19 Young, Jeffrey 20
Roe, Jack 23 Zino, Richard 23
Rossing, Bruce 19
Rost, David 22
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50th Anniversary Book

United States Naval Academy

Published by the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association in 2017

Cletus Stephen Banwarth

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John C. Bates, Jr.

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William Lawrence Culver

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Robert E. Hawthorne, Jr.

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Gerald Keith Jacobs

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