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For questions, suggestions, compliments or concerns about services provided on board NAS Oceana, email the COnnection Line e-mail OceanaPAO@navy.mil. However, the best and fastest way to resolve a problem is through your chain of command or with the organization directly involved. Please be brief and to the point when using the COnnection Line. Capt. Bob Geis will reply through this column, since topics may be of interest to other readers.

Help other service members by giving blood The Armed Services Blood program or ASBP is the DoD’s blood donor program. It is responsible for all active duty personnel worldwide and each week, ships blood donations overseas for the war effort. In Afghanistan alone 10,000 US Marines are still deployed. Donations are also needed for regional military treatment facilities, including Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.The source of blood donations is primarily from active duty and DoD civilian personnel. One donation will potentially save one to three lives and 30 - 50 are normally required for a combat casualty or trauma victim. The next drive scheduled on NAS Oceana is July 18,8:30 to 12:30 p.m. at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit, building 34, 790 D Ave. For more information, visit www.militaryblood.dod.mil or e--mail Ralph.peters@med.navy.mil for eligibility questions or if your command is interested in sponsoring a blood drive.

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Affected by the economy, upcoming furloughs or changes in income? Fleet & Family Support Center and Navy Federal Credit Union are hosting a financial forum at the NAS Oceana Officers’ Club, June 27,11:30 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. Military leadership, active duty military and DoD civilians are encouraged to attend. Gain tips and strategies on how to remain financially sound and organize and plan for the future in a changing economy. For more information, call FFSC at Oceana at 433-2912.

“REBOOT” Military-to-Civilian Workshop The “REBOOT” workshop will take place in Hampton Roads July 15 through Aug. 2. The workshop is designed to assist service members in making the social and career transition from military service to civilian life. The workshop consists of three weeks of education designed to enhance and build upon military training, experience and skills to prepare members for life after the military. REBOOT has assisted more than 750 service members and veterans since June 2010 with a 98 percent success rate in graduates finding employment or pursuing education. If you recently separated or are a service member within 90 days of separation or retirement, you can enroll at www.nvtsi.org. Commands must provide no cost TAD orders to confirm the seat. Members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan are highly encouraged to attend.

FAMS Fair The NAS Oceana Family and Military Support (FAMS) office will be holding a quarterly FAMS Fair July 10 at the Navy College office, room 110, 9 a.m. until noon. Pregnant service members, single parents, DoD families and supervisors will receive vital information on programs offered by the Navy.The Women, Infant and Children program, Fleet and Family Support Center, Navy Marine Corps Relief Society and Navy-Federal representatives will assist with questions, concerns or potential benefits. There will also be a

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Charity golf tournament The Hampton Roads Squadron Association of Naval Aviation,Tailhook Association and Association of Aviation Boatswain’s Mates are sponsoring a golf tournament July 12, at the NAS Oceana Aeropines Golf Course. The tournament will benefit educational scholarships and several charities. The format will be Florida Best Ball and begins at 6:30 a.m. with check-in and a shotgun start at 8 a.m. The entry fee is $70 and includes green fees, golf cart and practice balls, and lunch.A no-host beverage cart will also be available. All fees must be paid in advance. Hole sponsorship is also still available at $100 per hole, with an advertisement provided. For more information, contact Jim Flaherty at 6312179, email jflaherty7@cox.net; Jim Joyner at 470-6049, e-mail jsjoyner@cox.net; Rich Johnson at 688-4006, e-mail richard.w.johnson@hii-nns.com or Tim Smith at 560-6681, e-mail timsmith8212@gmail.com.

Chapel Schedule of Services Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana Protestant

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Sunday Sunday School - 9 a.m. Worship (main chapel) 10:40 a.m.

Mass – Tues-Fri, 11:30 a.m. Sun. Mass - 9 a.m., 12:15 p.m.

Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 Contemporary Protestant Worship Sunday 9 a.m.

Confession Saturday 4 p.m. Catholic Worship 5 p.m. Adult and children’s Bible Study, following 9 a.m. worship Coffee House - Wednesday, 6 p.m.

Naval Station Norfolk Jewish Services - Fri - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 Islamic Services - Fri - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) Contact Chaplains: NAS Oceana at 433-2871, CVW-1 at 433-3676 CVW-7 at 433-2247, CVW-8 at 433-2420, CVW-3 at 433-2098, FRC Oceana at 433-9286

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Former CNO, Adm. Kelso, leaves Chaplain’s Corner legacy of service, integrity Confidentiality BY LT. JOHN E. KELLY NAS Oceana Chaplain Recently, the Chaplain Corps, through the Chief of Chaplains, Adm. Mark Tidd, conducted a survey among members of the Navy and the Marine Corps concerning confidentiality between a chaplain and a Sailor or Marine. It stated that 63 percent of 5,049 respondents did not believe that what they say to a chaplain is confidential, and 65 percent of 2,895 respondents believe that Navy chaplains are required to report certain matters to the command. To me, bearing in mind that I’m a Catholic priest, this was shocking, because in the Catholic Church, we have a long tradition,from the time of Jesus himself,that anything said between a penitent and his/her priest falls under what we call“the Seal of Confession.” This means that as a priest, it is my sacred responsibility to keep what transpires between myself and another strictly confidential. If I were to break the seal, tell anyone what transpired between me and a penitent, I would be subject to church sanction, which includes my being defrocked as a priest and excommunication from the church. Even more importantly, I would be destroying the trust that needs to exist between a ministry and his/her people which is necessary for us to minister effectively. Simply put, it would be an affront to God and the trust that he has put in me to take care of his people. In the military, and specifically the Navy, confidentiality applies to all chaplains regardless of their religious affiliations. And more importantly, it applies to all Sailors, Marines and their family members, regardless of their religious affiliation or non-affiliation.The privilege of confidentiality is the person who places their trust in the chaplain and not the chaplain’s. As Chaplain Tidd states, “You hold the key,” if your communication is to remain confidential, it will remain confidential. Only you, each person, can chose to reveal what you have spoken to a chaplain about and no one, not the chaplain, the commanding officer, medical personnel, no one, can compel us to disclose to them what has been spoken about. With this in mind, it also needs to be said that chaplains will always assist in guiding an individual to the appropriate resources and will not — See Confidentiality, Page 8

From Naval History and Heritage Command

joint staff. In a period of dramatic change, he helped to transform not merely the organization, but also the proWASHINGTON (NNS) -- Adm. Frank Kelso II, 79, former cesses by which information could be shared and considChief of Naval Operations (CNO), died June 23, following ered. He is credited with dramatically changing the means injuries sustained from a fall earlier in the week. by which more informed decisions could be made by the Kelso, a native of Fayetteville,Tenn., served as CNO from Navy. June 29, 1990 until April 23, 1994. Kelso was a strong advocate for As the CNO and throughout his the integration of women, particucareer as a naval officer, Kelso was larly in the wake of the 1991 Tailrenowned for his intelligence,integhook Convention during which nurity and upstanding character. merous incidents of sexual assault “Adm. Kelso was a submariner, and harassment were found to have an accomplished commander, and occurred. an unmatched leader known for During his tour as commander of his intelligence and integrity. The the Navy’s 6th Fleet in the Mediterthoughts of the 900,000 Sailors, Maranean Sea, members of the Palesrines and civilians who make up the tine Liberation Front hijacked the Department of the Navy go out to cruise ship Achille Lauro and had our fallen shipmate and his family. killed a disabled passenger. When Semper Fortis,” said Secretary of the their demands were not met, they Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus. negotiated safe refuge and were “Adm. Frank Kelso’s bold leaderflown towards Tunisia aboard an ship and innovative thinking guided Egyptian commercial airliner. The the Navy through times of war and plane was intercepted by U.S. Navy significant draw-down at the end F-14 Tomcats and forced to land in of the Cold War. The ability to cut Sigonella, Sicily, where the hijackagainst the grain and find new and Photo by PH3 Jon Blosser ers were arrested and later tried for creative solutions for the Navy are An official U.S. Navy portrait of the 24th Chief murder. what set Adm. Kelso apart from his of Naval Operations Adm. Frank B. Kelso II. The In March 1986, the U.S. initiated peers. It was his strength of charac- photo is dated Sept. 21, 1991. a series of “Freedom of Navigation” ter and sure-fire integrity that enexercises in the Gulf of Sidra that sured his success as a former CNO and to a higher degree, challenged Libyan leader’s Col. Muammar al-Qadhafi “line solidified the formidable legacy of a great life that Adm. of death” that spanned the Gulf of Sidra. Then Vice Adm. Frank Kelso leaves behind. It was an honor to have served Kelso deployed elements of Task Force 60, including USS with him and we are a better Navy due to his leadership America (CV 66), USS Coral Sea (CV 43) and USS Saratoga and faithful commitment to our Sailors, civilians and their (CV 60) with upward of 250 aircraft and 26 ships and subfamilies,” said Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan W. marines across the line and triggered Libyan action. UltiGreenert. mately, naval aircraft completed 1,546 sorties in support Kelso eventually returned to live in Fayetteville,Tenn., in of the successful operation. 2003, a decade after retiring from the Navy. Then in April of that year, following additional terrorist He was the third of three submariners in a row who attacks sponsored by al-Qadhafi, the U.S. launched Operaserved as CNO in the 1980s and 1990s. As CNO, he led tion El Dorado Canyon-attacks against Libyan military tarthe Navy in a period of significant drawdown of U.S. naval gets. Under Kelso, U.S. aircraft attacked three target areas forces in the wake of the end of the Cold War and the bal- near Tripoli. Jets also bombed the al-Jamahiriyyah barracks lyhooed “peace dividend.” Concurrently, he oversaw the and Benina Airfield, both near Benghazi. introduction of new platforms and systems that improved Kelso got his start in public school and the University capabilities, including precision strike operations.The na- of the South in Sewanee,Tenn., prior to entering the U.S. tion persistently called on the naval capabilities through- Naval Academy in 1952. Following graduation in 1956, he out his tour, starting with Operation Desert Storm. served on the cargo ship USS Oglethorpe (AKA 100) beAs CNO, he also oversaw revolutionary changes within fore attending submarine school in 1958. On completion the OPNAV staff and profoundly changed the means by of training, he was assigned to the submarine USS Sabalo which the Navy processed and made decisions. In keep- (SS 302) before returning to submarine school for nuclear ing with joint staff practices, he changed “OP” codes to power training in January 1960.He then served one year in “N” codes, and the staff was reorganized to align with a the nuclear power department at the school. Subsequent — See Adm. Kelso Page 19 “Napoleonic”arrangement used by both the Army and the

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COMNAVAIRLANT changes command STORY/PHOTO BY MC2 ERNEST R. SCOTT Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic Public Affairs

carrier strike groups,” said Shoemaker. “The quality, capability and credibility of our forward deployed naval forces remain the finest in the world.” Command of Naval Air Force Atlantic A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Shoechanged hands during a ceremony aboard airmaker has operated from eight aircraft carriers, craft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) commanded two F/A-18 strike fighter squadJune 21. rons including the East Coast Fleet ReplaceRear Adm. Troy M. Shoemaker relieved Rear ment Squadron VFA-106 at NAS Oceana, a carAdm. Ted N. Branch as commander, Naval Air rier air wing and two carrier strike groups. He Force Atlantic (COMNAVAIRLANT), during the has accumulated more than 4,000 flight hours, change of command ceremony in the ship’s primarily in the A-7E Corsair and F/A-18C Horhangar bay. net, and logged more than 1,000 arrested landDuring his farewell remarks, Branch extendings. ed his appreciation to the Sailors and civilians “I am acutely aware of the increasingly conthat comprise the COMNAVAIRLANT staff. strained fiscal environment we are in. Tough “The staff at AIRLANT is second to none,”said choices lie ahead,” said Shoemaker. “[Branch] turned over a staff that is already laser-focused Branch. “From the very senior post-command on this effort and I am ready to get to work.” captains and commanders, to the master chiefs As commander,Naval Air Force Atlantic,headand everyone down the line; they come to Rear Adm. Troy M. Shoemaker (far r), Adm. William E. Gortney, Rear Adm. Ted N. quartered at Naval Station Norfolk, Shoemaker work every day with a focus on getting things Branch, and Force Master Chief Kenneth Daniels render a salute during the paraddone and supporting the Sailors on the water- ing of colors at the Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic (COMNAVAIRLANT) change will be responsible for overseeing the manning, front and the flightline.” of command ceremony. Shoemaker relieved Branch as COMNAVAIRLANT during the training, and equipping of seven nuclear powered aircraft carriers, four carrier air wings, a Branch, an F/A-18 Super Hornet pilot, has ceremony aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) June 21. strike fighter wing, a patrol and reconnaissance commanded AIRLANT since February 2011. He has been nominated for promotion to vice group, a maritime patrol wing and two helicopfor your service, your patriotism, and the dedication you admiral and assignment to the staff of the Chief of Naval have shown to our Naval Air Force, our Navy and our na- ter wings based on the East Coast of the United States.The Operations as deputy chief of naval operations for Infor- tion.” command encompasses 80 squadrons, more than 1,000 mation Dominance/director of Naval Intelligence in WashShoemaker reports to AIRLANT from his most recent aircraft and 40,000 personnel supporting Maritime Secuington, D.C. job as commander, Carrier Strike Group 3 aboard the air- rity Operations and carrying out U.S. maritime strategy by “I’d like to thank the AIRLANT team for these past two craft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) which recently providing combatant commanders sea control and power projection, forward presence and on-call deterrence, as years,” said Branch. “It has been my deepest honor to returned from deployment. work with you, and I commend and salute each of you “I have had the incredible privilege to command two well as mobile humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

Enterprise makes final trip to Newport News Shipyard From USS Enterprise Public Affairs USS Enterprise (CVN 65) made her final voyage to the Newport News Shipyard June 20. The ship,nearly six months into her dismantling process, was moved by tugboats on the James River to Newport News Shipyard with almost 150 Newport News Shipbuilding and Huntington Ingalls Industries shipbuilders aboard. “The main purpose of bringing the Enterprise up here is to defuel and deactivate her. This is the only shipyard capable of this,” said Denis Geary, who works in the radiological controls department at Newport News. The move marks one of Enterprise’s final trips underway and is expected to be the last opportunity for shipbuilders and crew to ride the ship. Shirley Langston was part of the original planning for the ship. “I worked on the ‘Big E’ from the beginning- it was my first project 55 years ago. It’s sad to see her go, but we are all proud of what she’s done.” Throughout Enterprise’s 51-years in service, many of the

career shipbuilders riding the ship worked on Enterprise during her scheduled maintenance periods. Henry Deese,an engineering analyst at the shipyard,talked about his time working on Enterprise.“Working on the ship from the beginning and following it throughout its life had been rewarding. I was part of the team that started it and I’m part of the team that will finish it. It’s sad to see Enterprise go when it’s the first, last and only one of its kind, but that’s life.” Capt. William C. Hamilton, Jr., Enterprise’s commanding officer, monitored the ship’s progress from the navigation bridge.“It’s sad to see a ship with such a history taken apart and the Sailors leave, but we are looking forward to commissioning the next Enterprise. Right now our focus is the safety of our Sailors and shipyard workers as we take the ship on this underway and continue the dismantling process.” Enterprise’s keel was laid at Newport News Shipbuilding in 1958 and she was commissioned Nov.25,1961.The ship was formally inactivated at a ceremony held at Naval Station Norfolk Dec.1,2012.The announcement that the next

nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, CVN 80, will be called Enterprise was made at this ceremony.

The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) makes its final voyage to Newport News Shipbuilding June 20. The first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier will be dismantled at the shipyard prior to the scheduled commissioning of the next aircraft carrier Enterprise (CVN 80). Photo by John Whalen/Huntington Ingalls Industries

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Confidentiality: applies to all chaplains, regardless of their religious affiliation — Continued from page 3 leave an individual alone when the individual or others are at risk.” The Navy’s policy can be found in SECNAV Instruction 1730.9: Confidential Communication with the chaplains, which was put into place Feb. 7, 2008. It can be summed up with one simple paragraph: “Service members and families have the right and privilege to confidential communication with a Navy chaplain; Chaplains have the obligation and responsibility to protect and guard the confidential communications disclosed to them;and commanders honor and support the unique, confidential relationship between an individual and a chaplain.”

It’s important for all Sailors, Marines and their family members of all rates and ranks, Department of the Navy and military personnel, to realize that our responsibility is to care for our people with dignity, respect and compassion regardless of their beliefs, if any. Our goal is to take care of the spiritual, physical, emotional and mental needs of those people entrusted to our care … and confidentiality is one of the more important and effective ways in which we accomplish this. For further reading or information, visit www.chaplain.navy.mil.To contact a chaplain at NAS Oceana and Dam Neck, call 433-2871.

Photo by SH1(SW) Carl Byles

NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis (l-r) presents the NAS Oceana Public Affairs/Jet Observer staff Public Affairs Officer Kelley Stirling, Editor Cathy Heimer and PAO assistant MC2 Antonio Turretto Ramos with the Russell Egnor Navy Media Award June 11. The Jet Observer, Oceana’s newspaper for 59 years, earned second place in the annual awards and Turretto Ramos earned an honorable mention in the writing/ series and third place in the news photo categories.

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PHOTO LEFT: During the Fallon detachment, AO1(AW/ SW) Bruce McNutt (l) and Ensign Hal Hunter from VFA-31 load a BLU-111 onto a VFA-31 F/A-18E Super Hornet.

VFA-31 Tomcatters return from detachment to NAS Fallon BY LT. JUSTIN CHALKLEY VFA-31 Public Affairs Officer Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31 recently returned from a productive detachment to Naval Air Station (NAS) Fallon, Nev. The two weeks, from June 7 - 22, that “Team Felix” spent training in the Nevada desert allowed the squadron’s pilots to increase their proficiency at both air-to-air and airto-surface mission sets as VFA-31 prepares to resume workups for deployment. During this time,the“Tomcatter”aircrew also worked towards their qualifications as combat section and division flight leads. Tomcatter maintenance completed numerous qualifications, such as collateral duty inspector, plane captain, brake rider and move director. Over two weeks, Team Felix successfully delivered more than 67,000 pounds of ordnance and 5,100 rounds of 20mm ammunition. Fighter Squadron Composite

(VFC) 13 and VFC-204 provided high quality adversary support toTeam Felix and the rest of Carrier Air Wing 8 for multiple large force exercises during the detachment, preparing the air wing for its return to Fallon later this year for more training. The Fallon Range Training Complex (FRTC) offers unique and valuable training opportunities for aircrew that are only available at NAS Fallon.The bombing ranges provide realistic targets and training for close air support, operating over urban environments, strafing, and employing live ordnance.

Photo by Lt. j.g. Dan Pratt

PHOTO RIGHT: ATC(AW) Arthur Sampson, VFA-31’s Chief of the Year, earned a backseat ride in an F/A-18F Super Hornet during the detachment to NAS Fallon, Nev. Sampson took to the skies June 17 in an aircraft flown by a pilot stationed at Fallon. Photo by Lt. Brandon Hempler

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Navy Installations Command plans reduction in force By Commander, Navy Installations Command Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) — Commander, Navy Installations Command announced June 19 a plan to conduct a Reduction in Force action in fiscal year 2013 that will be completed in 2014. Over the course of the next seven months, CNIC will eliminate 745 civilian positions throughout its shore enterprise in seven Navy regions across 20 states, the District of Columbia, the Island of Guam, and in the countries of Italy, Greece and Cuba. The actual total number of people directly impacted by this RIF action will be determined once other workforceshaping measures such as Voluntary Separation Incentive Payments,Voluntary Early Retirement Authority and placement into current vacancies have been completed. CNIC, along with other Navy commands, has experienced reduced budgets and must implement cost-saving measures across the entire force. “This action is not taken lightly,but is part of a conscious, risk-based approach to future shore capabilities that are aligned with the Navy mission,” said Vice. Adm. William French, CNIC.“I am committed to ensuring that we do all we can to assist those people directly impacted by this action by providing them access to all tools available under Reduction in Force rules and assisting them with finding future employment.” Career transition services for the employees affected by the RIF action will vary depending on their needs, but services available will include skills assessment, resume and cover letter preparation, networking and interviewing techniques, counseling, job search assistance, and retraining, if necessary. Reducing these positions may have marginal impacts on the services CNIC has provided in the past.However,it will not have any direct impacts to CNIC’s capability to support the mission of providing service to the fleet, fighter and family.

Register for Vacation Bible School Registration has begun for Vacation Bible School at the NAS Oceana Chapel of the Good Shepherd, taking place July 15 - 19, 6 - 8:30 p.m. Bible school is open to 4-year-olds through rising 6th graders.Online registration is available at http://vbslifeway.com/vbs2013/yourVBS/myChurch/?id=22337. Volunteers are also needed to help with the many activities during the week. Call the chapel at 433-2871 for more information.

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Flight operations with VRC-40 ‘Rawhides’ Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40, commissioned July 1, 1960, is tasked with providing Carrier Onboard Delivery (COD) services to the Navy’s 2nd, 5th, and 6th fleets. VRC-40, located at Naval Station Norfolk, operates the C-2A Greyhound and reports to Commander, Airborne Early Warning Wing, U.S. Atlantic Fleet. The mission of VRC-40 is to facilitate the movement of high-priority cargo, mail and passengers to and from Atlantic Fleet aircraft carriers.

AT3 Chris Lanier directs a C-2A during the June 6 flight operations at Naval Station Norfolk. AM1 James Kocsis gives signals during a pre-flight inspection of the aircraft during daily flight operations at Naval Station Norfolk June 6. Every year, VRC-40 transports more than 3 million pounds of mail and cargo and completes more than 1,000 arrested landings.

Lt. Ross Adams, inspects one of the C-2A Greyhounds belonging to the “Rawhides” June 6. Adams is one of 42 officers and nearly 400 enlisted Sailors from VRC-40 who fly and maintain the squadron’s 14 aircraft.

Photos by MCSN Jackie Hart

CDSA Dam Neck honored for supporting employees in the Va. Guard, Reserve From Virginia Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Virginia Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR),a Department of Defense operational committee,announced June 8 that Combat Direction SystemsActivity Dam Neck, part of Naval Sea Systems Command, was honored with an“Above and Beyond”award in recognition of extraordinary support of its employees who serve in the Virginia National Guard and Reserve. According to Stephen Villalpando, Virginia ESGR State chair,“The ESGR ‘Above and Beyond’Award was created by ESGR to publicly recognize American employers providing extraordinary patriotic support and cooperation to their

employees, who like the citizen warriors before them, have answered their nation’s call to serve. Supportive employers are critical to maintaining the strength and readiness of the nation’s Guard and Reserve units.” NAVSEA joins with thousands ofAmerican employers who have reviewed and amended their current human resources policies to ensure compliance with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. Many employers provide “Above and Beyond” support with pay differential to offset the loss of wages, and extension of health care benefits which complement coverage provided by the military when their employees are mobilized. MartinVozzo with CDSA Dam Neck,was on hand to receive the award on behalf of NAVSEA.Also on hand was the military

nominator, retired Marine Lt. Col. Jimmie Opilla, who first nominated NAVSEA in recognition of the company’s support of their employers,who also serve in the Guard and Reserve. Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a Department of Defense office, seeks to foster a culture in which all employers support and value the employment and military service of members of the National Guard and Reserve in the United States. Paramount to ESGR’s mission is encouraging employment of Guardsmen and Reservists who bring integrity, global perspective and proven leadership to the civilian workforce. For more information about ESGR outreach programs, or ESGR volunteer opportunities, call 1-800-336-4590 or visit www.ESGR.mil.

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MC’s career takes off while at Oceana BY CATHY HEIMER Jet Observer With two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, two media awards, NAS Oceana Blue Jacket of the Year and of the quarter, two advancements, first place in the Military Photographers Workshop and acceptance into the Navy’s photojournalism program at Syracuse University,it appears the career of Mass Communication Specialist (MC) 2nd Class Antonio P.Turretto Ramos has taken off since reporting to the NAS Oceana Public Affairs Office Sept. 17, 2011. His hard work and many awards throughout his 21 months as the public affairs assistant culminated in a unique opportunity for an enlisted Sailor — a backseat ride in an F/A-18 Super Hornet June 18, just 10 days before checking out for his next assignment. His flight, piloted by Lt. Cmdr. Kristin Greentree from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106, was an incentive ride for earning the 2012 NAS Oceana Blue Jacket of the Year award. The 90-minute flight was part of a training flight with a formation of three aircraft with instructors and students. Turretto Ramos arrived at Oceana as a seaman,right out Photo by MCSN Kayla King of MC “A” School. He expected orders to a ship, like his MC2 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos with pilot Lt. Cmdr. Kristin Greentree from VFA-106, following their flight in an F/A-18 Super friends were getting.“I asked for sea duty in the Pacific Hornet June 18. Turretto Ramos earned the incentive ride for being selected the NAS Oceana Blue Jacket of the Year. and I got exactly the exact opposite. I was pretty disappointed when I first got here,” he laughed. utes, crashed into the Mayfair Mews apartment complex tos) helped show the message that the Navy was going His arrival at Oceana was “a baptism by fire,” with the in Virginia Beach. to do everything they could to help those people. I never annual air show the same week he arrived. One of three Within two hours of the mishap, Turretto Ramos was really understood that until way after. I just thought I was MCs in the office at the time, he found himself quite com- accompanying a PAO from the Navy Mid-Atlantic Region doing my job,” he explained. fortable with a camera and selecting, captioning and re- to Mayfair Mews. His first reaction at the scene was that What impressed him the most during the recovery efleasing his own photos from the hundreds taken over the “there had to be someone dead in there!” But the shock fort was the work of the Navy lawyers. “They had a line show’s three days. quickly passed when it became ap- going,all the way down the hall and out the door but they But by late February 2012, parent he was the only Navy pho- stayed cool and collected and kept taking people’s claims. Turretto Ramos found himtographer at the site. They were so nice to those people,” most of whom were self as the lone MC in the “I was thinking of documenting totally devastated,Turretto Ramos recalled,still somewhat office with a lot of responwhat’s happening … I just started surprised that nobody had died in the crash. sibilities. Normally found shooting everything that I could,” So consumed with covering the mishap,Turretto Ramos at work early and staying he explained about his coverage. had nearly given up on finishing his application for the later, on Good Friday, April He estimates he shot nearly 3,000 annual Military Photography Workshop, which selects 30 6, 2012 he decided to leave images, filling up 16 gigs and al- of the top military photographers from all branches of at noon to enjoy Easter most three memory cards in just service. But with a little push from the Jet Observer staff, weekend with his family. that first night, which stretched he decided to finish up the application, adding photos He also planned to work on past midnight. from the mishap. his portfolio and applicaTurretto Ramos returned to the Two weeks later, he was notified of his selection for the tion for the annual Defense Photo by AD3 Phurtura Brazier office to sort and caption his pho- workshop as part of the multimedia team, where he and Information School photog- For the 21 months MC2 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos has tos and then headed back to the his partner went on to earn a first place trophy and free rapher’s workshop, which been stationed at NAS Oceana, it’s been rare to find scene with his selections for Na- software for their multimedia presentation. was due in a week. That coverage of the aircraft mishap led to more honhim without a camera in his hands, photographing val Air Force Atlantic’s PAO to apWithin an hour of being daily events on base. His work has earned him sev- prove for release. One of his most ors. He earned his first Navy and Marine Corps Achievehome, he got a phone call eral awards and the opportunity to attend the Navy’s widely circulated photos was an ment Medal (NAM) for his coverage of the mishap. Last from Oceana’s Public Af- photojournalism program at Syracuse University. overhead shot of the scene, taken July, Turretto Ramos was selected as Blue Jacket of the fairs Officer Kelley Stirling, after Oceana’s Fire Chief, Ken Sny- Quarter, which led to the Blue Jacket of the Year, earning who was on vacation in der put him seven stories up in the him a second NAM in less than a year and the F/A-18 ride. Colorado at that time, telling him to return to the office air in a the fire’s truck’s ladder basket. Those photos, as well as an additional story that he because “a plane just crashed.” An F/A-18 Hornet from Turretto Ramos also documented the Navy’s recovery VFA-106 had taken off from NAS Oceana and within min- effort in the days following the mishap.“They (the pho— See Turretto Ramos, Page 19

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Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic hosts commander’s conference STORY/PHOTO BY LT. CMDR. MICHAEL WINDOM Fleet Readiness Center Patuxent River Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic (FRCMA) conducted a commander’s conference for site leaders May 14 -15, which was held at NAS Patuxent River, Md. FRCMA Commanding Officer Capt. Michael W. Zarkowski welcomed FRCMA officers in charge, maintenance officers, department heads and senior enlisted leaders from Oceana, Norfolk, New Orleans,Washington D.C. and Patuxent River to the conference. The purpose of the conference was to promote effective communication and ensure command alignment and unity. FRCMA Executive Officer Capt.Joseph A.Rodriguez was key to ensuring the conference’s objective was met. “We have a golden opportunity to make serious strides on making this the vision

and dream that the CO (commanding officer) and I have for this organization. I am asking you all now to stand up and make a difference and be part of the solution,” said Rodriguez. The two-day agenda was packed full with internal Mid-Atlantic briefings, external guest speakers, breakout sessions with deliverables and command project tasking. Guest speakers included Rear Adm. C.J. Jaynes, commander Fleet Readiness Centers; Dennis West, deputy commander for Fleet Readiness Centers, Naval Air Systems Command; Capt. James Donnelly, program manager for the Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment Program Office (PMA 251); Capt. Fred Hepler, program manager for the Aviation Support Equipment Program Office (PMA 260); and Capt. (select) Keith Nixon, military director of NAVAIR Logistics Management Integration Department (AIR 6.6).

Capt. Michael W. Zarkowski kicks off the Fleet Readiness Center MidAtlantic Commander’s Conference, held May 14 -16 at NAS Patuxent River, Md. Leadership from fleet readiness centers at NAS Oceana, Norfolk, New Orleans, Washington D.C. and Patuxent River, Md. attended the conference.

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NMCP staff recommits to patient safety on National Time Out Day STORY/PHOTO BY REBECCA A. PERRON Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Assistant Public Affairs OfďŹ cer Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) staff in departments throughout the medical center and at area branch health clinics and dental clinics, including those at Naval Air Station Oceana and Dam Neck Annex, took a time out June 12 to rededicate themselves to patient safety on National Time Out Day. In 2004, the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses, while supported by The Joint Commission, established National Time Out Day to stress the importance of surgical team time outs, where, as a standard safety precaution, the health care team verbally conďŹ rms they have the correct patient, procedure and site/side identiďŹ ed before beginning the procedure,

as well as the correct medication to administer during the procedure. “This annual practice is a powerful tool that supports health care team members’ roles as patient advocates with the emphasis on speaking up for safe practices,â€? said Cmdr. Rebecca Kiser, NMCP patient safety ofďŹ cer.“We must protect our patients.â€? NMCP’s main operating room staff has always participated in the national day, but this year, staff from every department who is involved in invasive procedures took the time out: each department held Time Out training and staff signed a poster in a reafďŹ rmation of the Time Out pledge. “Errors that do occur usually happen in clinics and dental — areas outside of the operating room, so it’s important to highlight this day for everyone,â€? said John Cherry, NMCP patient safety specialist.“It’s important for anyone who is performing

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Five main operating room surgical technicians at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth sign the Time Out pledge poster on June 12. The ďŹ ve were part of a group of more than 40 staff members in the unit who signed, with another dozen expected to sign the pledge during a later shift. From left, HN Shellie Vazques, HM2(FMF) Jer Esconde, HN Jonathan Pangburn and HM1 Tramaine Brown. procedures, even in Radiology, to take the time out.â€? According to Cherry, prior to 2009, there was an occasional minor incidence of wrong procedure or wrong site at NMCP. “But since then, we have had no cases because of a more vigilant climate of patient safety,â€? Cherry added. In the main operating room, more than 40 from the unit signed the pledge poster initially, with another dozen signing during a later shift. One of the 40 was surgical technician Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Tramaine Brown,the unit’s education petty ofďŹ cer. “This is an important reminder so we don’t get complacent,â€? Brown said.“It’s important to ensure we don’t have a miscommunication, which taking the time out al-

leviates that. Because of the potential for a mishap, we must take that extra step.� “It’s a time to think, a time to get on the same page,� interjected Hospitalman (HN) Tyler Duncan,a surgical tech who has been with NMCP for three months. “Yes, we always have to make sure we have the right patient, the right surgical site and the right medication,� added HN Jonathan Pangburn, who has also been at NMCP since March. At every level of care given at NMCP, from the most junior hospital corpsman to the most seasoned physician, the steps taken around the Time Out promotes a culture of safety to eliminate preventable patient harm by engaging, educating and equipping patient-care teams to institute these proven safe practices.

Specials at Oceana thrift shop The NAS Oceana Thrift Shop, located on Hornet Drive, next to bachelor housing in building 419, offers great deals and monthly specials on military uniforms, clothing for adults and children, household goods and much more. Active duty can take advantage of the special on uniforms; all pants, shirts and skirts are buy one, get one free. During the last week of every month, shoppers can save even more, with the exception of uniform items. For just $7, shoppers can ďŹ ll a brown, commissary-size paper

bag or $30 for a shopping cart. The store also accepts donations. A drop box is located in front of the building or items can be brought inside during store hours. The store is operated by volunteers from the Navy Wives Club of America, Princess Anne 143 and proceeds from items sold beneďŹ t military families and the local community. Current hours are Monday, Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 - 9 p.m. The store’s phone number is 4332193.

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Navy 311: One-stop-shop for all your questions BY MC1(SW/AW) MOLLY A. BURGESS The Flagship Customer support agents at Navy 311 help Sailors get the answers they need, when they need them, and in any way they can get the answer to them. With its launch in late 2012, Navy 311 was established as an all-in-one call center portal to provide on-demand information assistance for non-emergency, non-tactical issues for Sailors, veterans, civilians and family members – 24 hours a day, 356 days a year. Navy 311 is not necessarily a new service, but a new name to a consolidation of three previous Navy customer-based call centers – AnchorDesk, Distance Support (DS) and “877-41-TOUCH” assistance. The objective of the transformation is to simplify and streamline support to the fleet and establish a one-stop-query-shop for customers. Customers can contact the Navy 311 staff through any of the multiple channels of media available, (phone, email, web, text, live chat and fax), which makes connecting with an authorized service provider easier than ever. Once contacted, the NAVY 311

team will take immediate action on the request, identify the appropriate source of support, route customer’s service request and then track the issue through resolution to complete satisfaction. Non-tactical, non-emergency questions to Navy 311 are almost limitless and can be on almost any topic, including maintenance, ship systems, parts and/or repair, quality of life, personnel or career matters, training, IT systems, medical support, supply and logistics, installations and facilities, and many others. Sailors can still contact any Navy help desk directly, however, Navy 311 provides one easy-to-remember phone number, (1-855-NAVY-311) and email address (Navy311@ navy.mil). Instead of searching for the right help desk or trying to find necessary contact information on the web. NAVY 311 provides “One call answers all” support for assistance. Although other DS call centers have no plans for retiring their service centers, queries will all be automatically redirected to the Navy 311 service providers for answers. For more information, visit http://www. navy311.navy.mil.

Labor Department website features women vets’ issues From a Department of Labor News Release WASHINGTON — Labor Department officials have launched a new website devoted to issues and challenges affecting women veterans. The site is a collaborative effort between the Labor Department and the Veterans’ Employment Training Service and the Women’s Bureau. The site highlights potential challenges that may affect the economic security of women veterans, including: •Disability: Women veterans are more likely than their male peers to have a significant service related disability. Thirtyfive percent of women veterans have a

disability rating of 50 percent or higher, as compared with 26 percent of male veterans. •Marital: Women veterans are nearly twice as likely to be divorced as male veterans -- 18 percent vs. 10 percent. •Single parents: Eleven percent of women veterans are raising children alone, compared to 4 percent of male veterans.While veterans overall have higher median earnings than nonveterans, women veterans still tend to earn nearly $6,000 less annually than their male veteran counterparts. The site also contains links with information on employment opportunities, education and health care options and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other government agencies.

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New laws enhance DMV services for military, veterans and families From the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles RICHMOND – The Virginia General Assembly approved legislation that will add to the number of the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ (DMV) military-friendly initiatives. Effective July 1, active duty members of the military, or spouses or dependent family members of active duty members, who have successfully completed a basic motorcycle rider training course approved by the U.S. Armed Services are exempt from the Virginia motorcycle knowledge and skills tests when adding a Virginia motorcycle classification to their valid Virginia driver’s license.When applying for a motorcycle designation, a customer will need to provide a copy of his/her active duty military identification card and U.S. military-approved basic motorcycle rider training course certificate. To make it easier for military members and families preparing for deployment, starting Jan. 1, 2014, customers who operate vehicles registered in Virginia for only part of the year may temporarily deactivate their registrations and cancel the in-

surance without having to surrender the license plates to DMV. Service men and women can deactivate their vehicle registration and cancel insurance during deployment if the vehicle is not being used. Once a vehicle registration is reactivated, proof of insurance is required.The reactivation fee is $10 if the registration has not expired.

“DMV is dedicated to serving those who serve our country,” said DMV Commissioner Richard D. Holcomb. “Both of these new laws mean fewer steps, and we hope that will make things easier for military members and their families.” These laws add to a growing list of DMV military and veteran-friendly initiatives. One year ago, DMV began issuing veteran ID cards for proof of veteran status to those who served in several eras of military service to receive discounts from retailers and restaurants. Nearly 36,000 veterans’ ID cards have already been issued. Approximately 150 soldiers and Marines have directly benefitted from DMV’s Troops to TrucksSM program since it launched July 1, 2012. Through Troops to TrucksSM, DMV is helping service men and women obtain tools for future employment in the transportation industry. Similar to the new motorcycle endorsement law, military members with a military CDL may be exempt from taking the skills test. For military members with no or less than two years military driving experience,Troops to TrucksSM offers classroom and behind-the-wheel training right on post for participants before they leave service. DMV’s mobile offices, called DMV 2 Go, continue to make frequent stops at military installations throughout the Commonwealth. DMV 2 Go has monthly visits scheduled at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Fort Belvoir, Naval Air Station Oceana, Naval Station Norfolk, Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, Joint Base Langley and more. DMV 2 Go also visits the veterans’ medical centers and served soldiers from the Virginia National Guard’s Emporia-based 1710th Transportation Company as they prepared for deployment to Afghanistan. In October 2012, DMV opened a full service customer service center on post at Fort Lee. DMV has had a customer service center in the Pentagon since the 1970s and plans are in the works to open an office on Fort Belvoir later this year. DMV also offers more than 30 militarythemed special license plates. For more information about DMV’s military services, visit www.dmvNOW.com/ military or download the Virginia DMV app on your mobile device.

During the summer months, the red doubledecker bus operated by the Military Aviation Museum is a familiar sight on NAS Oceana. The museum, located in Virginia Beach, conducts the daily tours with assistance by volunteer tour guides from the Hampton Roads Squadron Association of Naval Aviation.

Daily tour of NAS Oceana returns STORY/PHOTOS BY MARSHALL LEFAVOR Special to the Jet Observer A familiar summer sight on NAS Oceana has returned.The beautifully restored 1961 double-decker bus, built in Scotland, is once again ferrying tourists onto the base to catch a glimpse of the Navy’s fighter jets, the F/A-18 Hornet and Super Hornet. The Military Aviation Museum, who owns the bus, along with the Hampton Roads Squadron Association of Naval Aviation has kicked off its annual summer bus tours at Oceana this June.The riders can purchase the $14 ticket at 24th and Atlantic for the two and a half hour ride. After clearing security, the HRANA guide conducts the tours, pointing out the base

tenants with stops at the Landing Signal Officer School, the flightline and the Aviation Historical Park.The flightline is always the highlight for visitors. The bus pulls onto the flightline directly in front of the air traffic control tower where they’re able to watch flight operations for about 10 minutes. Normally, the daily operations tempo allows them to be treated to at least three or four F/A-18 Super Hornets taxing past the bus, as well as several take-offs, landings and flyovers. With the cancellation of this year’s air show, the bus tour offers the only opportunity for civilian visitors to observe the flight operations at the Navy’s East Coast Master Jet Base. For more information about the tours, call the museum at 721-7767. A family poses for photos in front of the vintage aircraft at the Aviation Historical Park on NAS Oceana. After viewing the flightline, the tour stops at the park to allow the visitors to walk around and photograph the vintage aircraft. Tickets for the daily tour are available at the 24th Street Kiosk at the Virginia Beach oceanfront.

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Turretto Ramos: awards earn him F/A-18 flight; heading to photojournalism program at Syracuse

Photo by MCSN Andrew Schneider

Sailors assigned to the “Rampagers” of VFA-83 stand at attention during a change of command ceremony on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) June 17.

VFA-83: holds aerial change of command during deployment on IKE — Continued from page 1 Markovich graduated from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Mich. in 1990 with a Bachelor of Technology degree in Aviation. After completion of Officer Candidate School, he was commissioned in August 1995. During his career, Markovich has accumulated 6,500 flight hours (civilian and military) and 750 arrested landings. His military awards include various meritorious individual and unit awards, including six Strike Flight Air Medals, Joint Commendation Medal and five Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals with Combat “V.” VFA-83 was deployed for 13 out of the 16 months while under the command of Markovich and he said he could not have asked for a better squadron. His next command will be at Naval Central Command in Bahrain. Hilliker graduated from the U. S. Naval Academy in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics. He has logged more than 550 traps in the F/A-18 and more than 2,600 flight hours in 32 different aircraft. His military awards include various meritorious individual and unit awards including four Strike Flight Air Medals and three Navy Commendation Medals. Hilliker stated that he is proud to continue with a great team as commanding officer. “The squadron,air wing and ship team has been working very hard and I am excited to be a part of it,” said Hilliker. “[Markovich’s] patience, emphasis on flying and training and his dedication to his people are the things I will look forward to taking into my tour.” Cmdr.Nathan Ballou assumed duties as VFA-83 executive officer

— Continued from page 13 wrote afterwards, resulted in his selection for the Navy’s Advanced Visual Journalism Training Program at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. The program offers eight of the Navy’s best MCs the opportunity to hone their photojournalism or motion media skills and provides 33 college credits and an additional NEC. At nearly the same time, he was selected for the Syracuse program,Turretto Ramos also received top honors in the Navy’s 2012 Russell Egnor Media Awards. He earned third place for news/photo category with a homecoming photo and honorable mention in the writing/series category with his CPO 365 series, as well as being part of the Jet Observer team that earned second place for the newspaper. He’s still in awe — and just a little nervous — over his selection to the nine-month prestigious program in upstate New York, where classes begin July 20. He credits Military Newspapers of Virginia photographer Harry Gerwien, a graduate of the Syracuse program, for helping him with his application and portfolio that ultimately got him accepted. “Harry really pushed me,” he said about Gerwien, who is also a retired Navy photographer and shoots photos for the Jet Observer. The awards and honors are a far cry from his life just a few years ago on California’s central coast in Grover Beach.Tired of working “as a jack of all trades,” while trying to go to school at two community colleges and deliv-

ering pizzas at night, he listened when a Navy recruiter contacted him. Looking for “a little bit of adventure,” he decided to enlist. He first enlisted in the Delayed Entry Program in 2009, planning to work in a rating with computers and advanced electronics but an injury changed those plans, losing his contract. He reapplied in July 2010 and was offered the MC rating. In between enlisting for the second time and heading off to boot camp in December 2010,Turretto Ramos and wife Elizabeth became parents of a son,Alexander. He admits that he and his family, which will expand in September to include another son, have made sacrifices during his time in the Navy so far.Working toward his bachelor’s degree online through Ashford University, he frequently does his college coursework in the evening or on weekends. Because of the intense workload of the Syracuse program, the family made the decision for Elizabeth and Alexander to return to California during the time he’s at Syracuse. “I think I’ve been floating on a cloud for about a year now. All I did was come into work and do my best,” he said about his accomplishments. Following his time at Syracuse,Turretto Ramos hopes to return to the West Coast, either to Combat Camera or on a ship out of San Diego. Reflecting back on his 21 months at Oceana, he said, “This has been one heck of a ride. I wouldn’t trade it for anything.”

Adm. Kelso: remembered for intelligence, integrity — Continued from page 3 tours included the pre-commissioning crew of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Pollack (SSN 603), engineering officer aboard USS Daniel Webster (SSBN 626) and executive officer of USS Sculpin (SSN 590). From January 1969 to August 1971,Kelso served as commanding officer, U.S. Naval Nuclear Power School in Bainbridge, Md. Following tours included commanding officer, USS Finback (SSN 670); staff of Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet; and commanding officer, USS Bluefish (SSN 675). Kelso was then assigned as executive assistant to the Commander in Chief, U.S. Atlantic Command and U.S. Atlantic Fleet and Supreme Allied Commander Atlantic from September 1975 to July 1977. He served as commander, Submarine Squadron 7 until reporting as division director, Submarine Distribution Division in the Naval Military Personnel Command, and section head of the Submarine Programs Section in the Office of the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (Manpower, Personnel and Training) in September 1978. He was selected for promotion to the rank of rear admiral in February 1980.

Upon selection for flag rank, Kelso served as director, Strategic Submarine Division, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, and then was assigned as director, Office of Program Appraisal, Office of the Secretary of the Navy. On Feb. 8, 1985, Kelso became commander, 6th Fleet and NATO Commander Naval Striking Force and Support Forces Southern Europe. On June 30, 1986, Kelso was promoted to admiral and assumed the duties of commander in chief, U.S. Atlantic Fleet. Kelso became Supreme Allied Commander Atlantic and Commander in Chief, U.S. Atlantic Command on Nov. 22, 1988. He became the Navy’s 24th CNO on June 29, 1990. Kelso has been awarded the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, three Navy Distinguished Service Medals, four Legion of Merits, Meritorious Service, Navy Commendation and Navy Achievement Medals. He is survived by his second wife, Georgeanna, his four children and numerous grandchildren. Landess McCown, his first wife of 56 years, passed away in 2012. Kelso, who would have been 80 on July 11, 2013, will be buried in Fayetteville in the historic Rose Hill Cemetery on June 29.

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The Mount Trashmore YMCA is hosting the 29th annual “We Build People 5K Family Run,”July 4, beginning at 7:30 a.m. The event includes a 5K run, a 5K walk, 1 mile run, a free quarter-mile,“Tot Trot” for ages 3 - 5, and Pump N’ Run,” a full fitness competition. Money raised from the event helps others in the community with child care, swim lessons, health and wellness programs, youth and teen activities, senior programs and summer camp. Visit www.ymcaindependencedayrun.org, www.mettlevents.com or www.active.com for more information and registration.

As a part the First Weekend Series and to celebrate the Independence Day weekend, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship Portsmouth will be celebrating the 6th annual Patriot’s Day July 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Travel back in time with craft demonstrations, musical performances, games, military drill and much more. Admission is free. For more information, visit www. portsmouthnavalshipyardmuseum.com. Photo provided

Fireworks conclude Chesapeake’s July 3rd celebration. Celebrate America’s independence at Mount Trashmore Park with local musicians playing live music, delicious foods and booming fireworks. Local band User Friendly kicks off the celebration at 4 p.m., followed by East Coast music sensation Strictly Bizzness at 7 p.m. Free children’s activities and games, 4 - 8 p.m. The Virginia Freemasons will be making free child ID cards. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Free admission; limited on site parking for $5. Food and drinks available for purchase Note that when parking lots at Mount Trashmore Park are full, Edwin Drive between Independence Boulevard and South Boulevard may close. For more information, contact the Special Events Office at 427-2990.

with the Jim Newsom Quartet at 6:45 p.m. Admission is free; on site parking is $5 per car. There will be inflatables for the kid and concessions will be sold. For more information, call Chesapeake Parks & Recreation at 382-6411 or visit www.cityofchesapeake.net/prEvents.

July 4th kicks off with a parade that starts at South Norfolk Baptist Church at 10 a.m., and heads toward the Lakeside Park, 1441 Bainbridge Blvd. Opening ceremonies and entertainment follow the end of the parade. The family event features children’s events, games, petting zoo, paddle boat rides and more. The event also includes the dedication of the War Memorial on the Holly Avenue side of the park at noon. City and state officials will be participating. Event is free to the public.Food is available for purchase; bring a lawn chair and enjoy the fun. For general information, call Chesapeake Parks and Recreation at 382-6411 or visit ww.cityofchesapeake.net.

Enjoy a star-spangled musical salute at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront with the Stars and Stripes Explosion. Entertainment begins July 4 at 7 p.m. with English Channel at the 24th Street Park and at 7:30, 2U (a tribute to U2) will take the stage at 31st Street, followed by Almost Journey (a tribute to Journey) at 9:15. At the 17th Street Park, 8 p.m., will be Chester B’s MoTown Tribute Show and at 20th Street Stage will be “Symphonicity,” the symphony orchestra of Virginia Beach, performing patriotic, Broadway, classical, and folk selections. There will be a performance by Bill Deal’s Rhondels. The annual oceanfront fireworks show will be launched at 9:30 p.m. All concerts are free and open to the public. For more information and a complete schedule, visit The 31th annual AT&T Fourth of July Great American www.BeachStreetUSA.com or call 491-SUNN. Picnic will take place July 4, in Town Point Park, downtown Norfolk, from 5 -10 p.m. Guests can feast on traditional All-American fare, including hot dogs, hamburgers, barbecue, seafood, buttered corn on the cob, juicy watermelon, lemonade and more. Enjoy patriotic sounds by U.S.Army Training and Doctrine Command Band.Then watch as the sky lights up with the Bring the family and lawn chairs for a performance of fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band for Admission is free and open to the public. Bring a lawn the City of Chesapeake’s annual July 3rd celebration, conchair or blanket for seating. For more information, visit fescluding with a fireworks display at approximately 9:15 tevents.org or call 441-2345. p.m. The celebration will be at Chesapeake City Park, 900 Greenbrier Parkway. Event opens at 5 p.m.; music begins

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Fireworks light up the Governor’s Palace at Colonial Williamsburg during the annual July 4th celebration.

SUFFOLK Celebrate America’s birthday at Suffolk’s Constant Wharf Park and Marina on July 4, 6 - 9:30 p.m.The fun-filled party will have fireworks, music and family activities. Live music will be provided by Hotcakes. Call Suffolk Parks and Recreation at 514-7250 or visit www.suffolk-fun.com for more information.

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4TH OF JULY STARS IN THE SKY

PARADE AND FIREWORKS

The celebration at Victory Landing Park begins at 7 p.m. with free children’s entertainment — giant slides, moon bounces, obstacle course and more. Food vendors will be on site selling a variety of items. Entertainment will be provided by U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band, playing patriotic and popular music, 7 – 9:30 p.m., followed by a fireworks show set to music at 9:30 p.m. over the James River. Admission and parking are free. For more information, call 926-1400 or visit www.nngov.com.

KINGS DOMINION MILITARY DAYS Join Kings Dominion July 4 - 5 as with a tribute to military service men and women with free park admission to any active, inactive or retired U.S. military members with a valid military ID. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat picnic on those days for $17.50 per person, from 1:30 -2:30 p.m. in the Catering Pavilion. Picnic in the Park includes fried chicken, hot dogs, beans, potato salad, ice cream and sodas. For more information and to purchase tickets for the picnic, visit www.kingsdominion.com.

YORKTOWN INDEPENDENCE DAY RUN

Jet Observer file photo by Mark O. Piggott

The U.S. Fleet Forces Band marches down Main Street during a previous July 4th celebration in Yorktown. The parade through historic Yorktown kicks off a day-long Independence Day celebration in the birthplace of America.

LIBERTY CELEBRATION The Yorktown Victory Center, a museum of the American Revolution, will join in saluting the 237th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence during “Liberty Celebration,” July 4 - 6. From 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both days, visitors can observe tactical and artillery drills, take part in a variety of military exercises, discover the origins of “American” dishes such as apple pie, and learn about the challenges that faced the nation’s founders, including those who signed the Declaration of Independence. A rare early broadside printing of the Declaration dating to July 1776 is featured in the museum’s Declaration of Independence Gallery. The Yorktown Victory Center is located on Route 1020 near the Colonial Parkway. For a complete schedule of events and admission prices, call (888)593-4682 or 2534838 or visit www.historyisfun.org.

Registration is open for the Yorktown Independence Day 8K Run and 5K Walk. Both events begin and end near Surrender Field. Parking and registration is at York High School, 9300 George Washington Highway. The 8K loop course winds around the scenic roads and trails of the Yorktown battlefield at 8 a.m. Because the 8K is a competitive run, the chute closes at 9:30 a.m. and no walkers or jog strollers permitted on this course. 5K Fun Run is an out and back course on the Battlefield Road. Runners may compete in this race but it is a nonscored event. Cost for each race is $25; registration available online or on race day from 6:30 -7:30 a.m. More inforLight upYour Independence Day with a patriotic Fourth mation and registration at www.happypaceraces.com or of July celebration at Colonial Williamsburg. www.active.com. Begin the celebration with a “Salute to the States” in the Revolutionary City,behind the Courthouse at 10 a.m.and a reading of the Declaration of Independence at noon. From 5 – 7:30 p.m., the Fifes and Drums and Alumni perform Independence Day in Yorktown begins with a parade at on Market Square, followed by the 8 p.m. performance by 9 a.m. with a parade on Water Street. Event parking opens the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.The fireworks display at at 4 p.m. and evening events begin at 7 p.m. with a liberty 9:20 p.m. finishes out the night. Casual dining or a meal in bell ringing ceremony. Live music by Dixie Band of the the Historic Tavern is available by reservation. All daytime events in the Revolutionary City are inU.S.Army Training and Doctrine Command Band at 8 p.m. cluded in admission. For complete event schedule, meal Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. over the York River. Events are free. For more information, call 890-3500 or reservations or more information, visit www.colonialwilliamsburg.com or call 1-800-HISTORY. visit www.yorkcounty.gov/fourth.

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The town of Cape Charles, along with the Cape Charles Volunteer Fire Company,is planning a day-long July 4th celebration centered along the beachfront of Cape Charles. The parade, featuring decorated bikes and golf carts, begins at 10 a.m., followed by a beautiful baby contest and horseshoe, volleyball, fishing and cornhole tournaments at 11 a.m.There will be face painting for the kids, arts and crafts stands, sidewalk sales, food vendors and more. Beachfront fireworks will cap off the festivities after dark. For more information and a complete schedule, visit www.capecharles.org.

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Thursday June 27 7 p.m. - Fast and Furious 6 (PG-13)

FRIDAY June 28 7 p.m. - Now You See Me (PG-13)

SATURDAY June 29 1 p.m. - After Earth (PG-13) **Free Sneak Preview - Doors open at 4:30** 6 p.m. - Lone Ranger (PG-13)

SUNDAY June 30 Noon - Free Family Movie - Toy Story (PG) 3 p.m. - Fast and Furious 6 (PG-13) 6 p.m. - Great Gatsby (PG-13) 9 p.m. - Hangover III (R) * Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all `R’ rated movies. * Credit cards are accepted as payment for admission and concessions.

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BY MC2 ANDREA PEREZ Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs Office

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MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) — Planning ahead can be one of the biggest stress relievers when it comes to a permanent change of station (PCS) move, Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) officials said June 20. “For a lot of people [who move], the pre-departure can be both positive and negative,” said Diane Brown, Work and Family Life specialist, Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC).“You’re leaving what you’re familiar with, which can be very uncomfortable. But going on to something new can be exciting too, especially if it’s a location that you may have never been to. So it really depends on the person, on how up you are for change and how flexible you are.” After a Sailor receives their orders, the first thing they should do is visit their local FFSC and meet with a Relocation Assistance Program (RAP) specialist, then attend a “Smooth Move” class or “Moving Overseas” workshop to learn the basics about a PCS move and how to start the process. Applications like “Plan my Move” on the Military OneSource website at www.militaryonesource.com will organize a Sailor’s to do list prior to their move. It provides a three-month calendar of steps a Sailor needs to take to ensure a smooth move for themselves and their family. Brown says sponsors can also help reduce a Sailor’s stress by finding answers ahead of time to any questions they have about their new location. Sailors who have not been assigned a sponsor can request one on the Military OneSource website with the Electronic Sponsorship Application and Training tool. “Service members should ask their sponsor a lot of questions,” said Brown. “I think good questions that the incoming service member can ask the sponsor is your best bet to relieving stress.” Other helpful websites • Housing Early Application Tool (HEAT) at https:// www.dko.mil/heat/apply> • Housing Service Center locator at www.cnic.navy. mil/HousingQuickReference> • Schedule your PCS move at www.smartwebmove. navsup.navy.mil “Families definitely want to take a team approach to their PCS move, whether you divvy up whose going to do what each day, or what chores each person is responsible for prior to the move. The more information you share with your family, the smoother your move will be,” said Brown. Don’t forget that moving can be especially stressful on children, said Brown. “From a kid’s perspective, you’re leaving your house, your friends, you’re going to a new school...that’s hard, that’s really hard,” said Brown.“If you are struggling and are tense and stressed out, your children will notice that

FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSES SUPPORT GROUP June 28, 10 a.m. to noon Feeling lonely, homesick or isolated? Just want to talk to someone from your part of the world? Join other foreignborn military spouses, network and share resources, discuss the American way of life, develop friendships, receive monthly newsletters, and learn about the many resources available to make your new life experience positive.

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The more positive you are, the more positive they’re going to be. Brown suggests getting kids involved in learning about the new location and the new installation by doing research. Maybe even let them help pack and let them decide what items they may have outgrown and don’t want to bring with. Preparation, communication and family involvement are key to a less stressful PCS move, said Brown. “Be aware that you and your spouse may handle things differently... and recognize differences in coping strategies,” said Brown.“Some people look at moving as a really fun experience and as something positive. Some people who may have made really good friends or are leaving family may dread moving. Listen to each other. Stay positive.” To visit a Relocation Assistance Program specialist or to sign up for the “Smooth Move” or “Moving Overseas” workshops offered periodically at the Fleet and Family Support Center on Oceana, call 433-2912 or visit www. cnic.navy.mil/navylifema.

Transition GPS (Goals, Plan, Succeed) is for separating military and pre-retirees. It covers military to civilian crosswalk, financial planning, job search and career validation, federal hiring, resumes and programs,VA benefits and other topics that facilitate a smooth transition from the military to the civilian community.If space is available,spouses may accompany the transitioning member. Transition GPS is held in building C-9 at Naval Station Norfolk. Registration is each Monday at 6:30 a.m. See your command career counselor for a quota and workshop requirements to attend Transition GPS.

Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located in Building 531. It offers a variety of programs and workshops to assist active duty and their families.Registration is required for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/navylifema.

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